The Rothko book

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"Mark Rothko was one of the greatest painters of the twentieth century. The Rothko Book explores his artistic development, the evolution of his artistic philosophy and the importance of his relationships with other artists of his generation."--Jacket.

Inhoud

Early years -- The spirit of myth : painting in the early 1940s -- The irascibles -- The first picture -- The eyes of the sensitive observer -- Containing light -- Rothko's painting technique / Mary Bustin -- Selected writings and statements by Rothko -- Criticism and commentary on Rothko's art, 1933-71.