Mark Rothko Oil on masonite

Title: Untitled (Red and Orange Composition)

Technique: Oil on masonite

Measures: 31 x 23 inches (approximately 78.7 x 58.4 cm)

Year: Undated

Condition: Appears in good overall condition, with vibrant colors and visible brushwork. Minor surface irregularities and age-related imperfections may be present. Presented in a simple black frame. Condition is described from the photographs supplied. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition description.

Provenance: Private collection, Miami, Florida; reportedly acquired through a private transaction in the late 1980s. Previous details were conveyed verbally by the consignor.

Visual Description: A bold abstract composition featuring two expansive red rectangular fields against a luminous orange background, separated by a prominent horizontal black band. Subtle tonal variations and softly irregular edges introduce depth and movement. Rendered in the Color Field style of Mark Rothko, the work emphasizes chromatic intensity, geometric simplicity, and the emotional interaction of contrasting colors.

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