Color Test in Crimson, Black, and Umber 

Mark Rothko's "Color Test in Crimson, Black, and Umber" exemplifies his signature Color Field painting style. This small-scale work, measuring just 18.1 x 9.1 cm, showcases the artist's minimalist approach, reducing the composition to a series of vertical bands of color. The subtle gradations from dark green to black to crimson create a sense of depth and evoke a sense of contemplation and emotional resonance in the viewer. Rothko's Color Field paintings are characterized by their focus on pure color and form, leaving the viewer to interpret the work's meaning without relying on traditional representational elements.