Mark Rothko: The Story Of His Life

Discover the captivating journey of Mark Rothko in 'Mark Rothko: The Story Of His Life', a beautifully illustrated graphic biography by Francesco Matteuzzi. This hardback edition, measuring 170 x 240 mm, encompasses 128 pages of rich insights into Rothko's life and artistic evolution. Explore the transformative phases of Rothko's career, from his early immersion in art as a child who emigrated from Russia to America, through his significant contributions to the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the 1930s. This book chronicles the remarkable shift in his work from representational art to the profound abstraction that defines his legacy. With striking illustrations that reflect Rothko's iconic color palettes, this biography peels back the layers of his complex emotional landscape and artistic philosophy. Ideal for art lovers and students alike, 'Mark Rothko: The Story Of His Life' demystifies the renowned artist's path, providing readers with a deeper appreciation of his influence on modern art. This unique tome not only narrates Rothko's struggles and triumphs but also offers a key to understanding his visual language, which has deeply resonated with audiences worldwide. Dive into Rothko’s world, where color speaks volumes and the essence of expressionism is explored in depth.

Author: Francesco Matteuzzi Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 07-09-2021

Mark Rothko's work is among the most recognisable in modern art history. His huge colour-field works enjoy enormous popularity for their luminosity, moodiness, and immersive qualities. But he didn't always paint in bold, simple swaths of colour. This graphic biography traces Rothko's entire life, from his boyhood emigration from Russia to America, to his suicide in 1970. It touches on his schooling and early work for the WPA in the 1930s; the evolution of his art from representational to purely abstract; and the dawning of his artistic philosophy, which took him farther and farther away from the material world and toward a universally emotional and expressionist modality. The book's finely detailed drawings are Rothko's signature colours and draw readers into his fascinating creative journey. While Rothko the artist was largely misunderstood during his lifetime, this unique graphic biography offers a way of making sense of his life and of decoding the visual language he invented.