Dark Over Light Earth I Review

: He aimed for an almost religious experience for the viewer, seeking to eliminate all "obstacles" (like recognizable figures or symbols) between the painter’s idea and the observer. How to View It To experience the work as the artist intended:

For more detailed technical analysis or to see where his works are currently exhibited, you can check the archives of Christie's or WikiArt . Dark Over Light Earth I

No. 9 (Dark Over Light Earth/Violet and Yellow in Rose) [Mark Rothko] : He aimed for an almost religious experience

: Rothko used feathered edges and thin, overlapping glazes of pigment to achieve a sense of luminosity that seems to emanate from within the canvas rather than being reflected off it. Emotional and Spiritual Intent 9 (Dark Over Light Earth/Violet and Yellow in

Mark Rothko * Date: 1954. * Style: Color Field Painting. * Genre: abstract. www.wikiart.org

: Active borders of dark red corral the central shapes, creating a tension between the fields of color.

: A large upper passage of "dusky," dark hues contrasts with a smaller, dappled white area below.