No. 6 (Yellow, White, Blue Over Yellow on Gray)

No. 6 (Yellow, White, Blue Over Yellow on Gray) is a 1954 oil on canvas by Latvian-born American artist Mark Rothko. Exhibiting his shift from mythological themes and Surrealism experiments to a focus on color field painting, Rothko creates large, painterly rectangular regions of color that evoke deep emotional responses. The painting exemplifies his move toward abstract compositions, emphasizing the interplay of luminous colors and subtle gradations over recognizable imagery, inviting viewers into a contemplative space.