Breslin, JEB

Mark Rothko: A Biography

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ISBN 13:: 9780226074061
author:: Breslin, JEB
format:: Paperback
publisher:: University of Chicago Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1998
Pages:: 707
Dimensions:: 16.51 x 4.57 x 23.88 centimetres
Genre:: Abstract Expressionism
Condition:: New
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A comprehensive biography of one of the 20th century's greatest artists, Mark Rothko. This book offers an in-depth look at Rothko's life and art, drawing on exclusive access to his personal papers and over 100 interviews with artists, patrons, and dealers. The author, James Breslin, provides a nuanced portrait of Rothko as both a person and an artist, exploring the tensions between genius and ego, culture and commerce. The book also delves into the world of Abstract Expressionism, providing a rich context for understanding Rothko's work within its historical context. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Breslin brings to life the complex and fascinating story of Mark Rothko, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

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