Untitled (still life with vase and bottle) 1937 - 1938

This watercolor still life, "Untitled (still life with vase and bottle)," was painted by Mark Rothko in 1937-38. The painting depicts a simple arrangement of household objects, including a vase, bottle, bowl, and a table with a patterned tablecloth. This artwork, while showcasing some elements of realism, departs from the traditional still life genre with its loose brushstrokes and simplified forms. It foreshadows Rothko's later work, which embraced abstract color field painting.