Head of Bayard c. 1932

"Head of Bayard" is a portrait painting created by the American artist Mark Rothko in 1932. The artwork is a realistic depiction of a man's head and shoulders, with the subject facing to the side and looking upwards. The man is shown wearing a blue jacket over a white shirt, and his facial features are rendered with a degree of detail, capturing a sense of seriousness and thoughtfulness. The painting's bold color palette and loose brushstrokes give the piece a sense of dynamism and energy, anticipating Rothko's later works.