Latvian/American artist Mark Rothko was born in Dvinsk, Russia, (now Daugavpils, Latvia) but later immigrated with his family and settled in Portland, Oregon. His multi-colored paintings remain a legacy of his works, with the most famous and well-known of Rothko’s works are those that have shapes incorporated in them. Another well heard of series of pieces are the tri-toned and, two-toned works of art. Rothko’s name would eventually be equated with these two or tri-toned paintings.

Original Medium: oil on canvas Original Size: 93 1/2”h x 73 1/2 x 2 3/4”w

Location: Albright-Knox Art Gallery Located in Buffalo, NY, this vibrant museum of modern and contemporary is also the sixth oldest public art institution in the United States.

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