At Sotheby’s, a $70M Giacometti Fails to Sell While Works By Munch and Cézanne Ignite Buyer Excitement
Despite some high-profile withdrawals and passes, moments of collector enthusiasm offered flashes of confidence.
Mark Rothko
Mark Rothko (1903–1970), a preeminent figure in Abstract Expressionism, profoundly impacted the evolution of post-war American art with his emotive use of color and form. Born in Latvia, Rothko’s family emigrated to the United States in 1913, where his artistic journey would ultimately blossom. Rothko is celebrated for his "Multiform" paintings and iconic, large-scale color field works that envelop viewers in a world of chromatic harmony and emotive power. His compositions, typically featuring soft-edged rectangles floating on a color-saturated field, explore the profound depth and emotion that can be expressed through abstract forms and hues. Rothko’s work is prominently featured in institutions globally, such as the Tate Modern in London and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and continues to captivate audiences with its rich, immersive colors and profound spiritual depth. Read more about Arts.
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Despite Quiet Bidding, Christie’s Evening Sales Brought in $489M
The big three auction houses are playing it safer and smarter, leaning on strategy and heavy guarantees to offset risk and keep the spectacle alive.
Ten Highlights From New York’s Spring Marquee Auctions
As the art world braces for May’s pivotal test of market confidence, Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips are unveiling major consignments—from a $70 million Giacometti to a luminous Rothko and 40 Lichtensteins—aimed at reigniting collector appetites after a volatile year.
