No. 16 (Red, White, and Brown)
- Artist
- Mark Rothko
- Date
- 1957
- Style
- Color field painting
- Genre
- Abstract
- Location
- Kunstmuseum Basel
"No. 16 (Red, White, and Brown)" is an influential Color field painting that exemplifies the artist's exploration of pure Abstract forms through bold, expressive blocks of color. Created with Oil on canvas, it emphasizes the emotional power of color and simplified composition. This work has garnered significant attention for its high market value, contributing to record-breaking sales for contemporary art. While not as highly priced as the disputed $450.3 million Salvator Mundi, it remains a notable example of modern abstract expressionism and the enduring appeal of color field techniques.
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