The artwork, titled “No.10,” was created by Mark Rothko in 1950 and belongs to the Color Field Painting art movement. It is an abstract genre artwork that exemplifies Rothko’s unique approach to color and form.
The artwork features a composition of large, softly defined rectangles of color that appear to float against one another. Dominated by a substantial block of yellow situated centrally, the piece also includes a luminescent band of blue at the top and a more muted light gray section at the bottom. Each color zone blends subtly at the edges, creating a sense of enveloping tranquility and depth. The combination of these vibrant yet serene hues invites viewers to experience an emotional and contemplative response, highlighting Rothko’s mastery in evoking human feelings through simplicity in color and structure.
