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rothko’s color field style, existential angst, jewish heritage, spiritual quest, legacy expression

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No.2

: Mixed Technique
: WallArt
: Abstract Expressionism Abstract Expressionism
: Modern

Mark Rothko (1903 – 1970)

Mark Rothko mastered Color Field painting with the Seagram Murals. Discover the emotional power of his iconic abstract works today.

Visual Composition

The painting No.2 features a large monochromatic canvas that presents a dark, almost black rectangular shape. This central form is bordered by a subtly lighter frame. Beneath the dominant rectangle, there is a narrow strip of contrasting tone, which creates a division within the vertical expanse of the composition.

Style and Technique

Executed using a mixed technique on canvas, this abstract work belongs to the Minimalism art movement. The piece is characterized by its simplicity, utilizing large, solid fields of color to create an introspective effect.

By the AllPaintingsStore.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 27, 2026

About this artwork

Title: No.2
Artist: Mark Rothko
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Under copyright
Period: Modern
Medium type: WallArt
Creative period: Mature Period
Corpus context: existential angst , rothko’s color field style
Keywords: color field painting , red yellow contrast , emotional art
Color hue: Golden Yellow Range

Quick Facts

Movement: Abstract Expressionism
Dimensions: 38 x 57 cm
Artistic style: Chromatic Abstraction
Location: Neue Galerie, New York
Notable elements or techniques: Color Field Painting
Title: No.2