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Mark Rothko paintings in Chicago

American/Latvian · 1903–1970

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3 works across 1 institution

Chicago's Art Institute of Chicago holds 3 works by Mark Rothko (1903–1970) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.

Rothko was a leading figure of Color Field painting, who believed his large, luminous canvases of hovering colour could evoke profound emotional and spiritual states. Born in Latvia, he emigrated to the US as a child and spent his career in New York. The Rothko Chapel in Houston and the Tate Modern's Seagram Murals room are dedicated permanent installations of his work.

Works by Mark Rothko are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago · 3 works on display

The Art Institute of Chicago holds one of the world's finest collections of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, alongside major American art. Seurat's A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte and Grant Wood's American Gothic are among its most famous works.

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Untitled (Painting)

c. 1953

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Untitled (Painting)

Art Institute of Chicago

c. 1953

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Number 19

c. 1949

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Number 19

Art Institute of Chicago

c. 1949

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Untitled (Purple, White, and Red)

c. 1953

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Untitled (Purple, White, and Red)

Art Institute of Chicago

c. 1953

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About the artist

Mark Rothko

American/Latvian · Abstract Expressionism / Color Field · 1903–1970

Rothko was a leading figure of Color Field painting, who believed his large, luminous canvases of hovering colour could evoke profound emotional and spiritual states. Born in Latvia, he emigrated to the US as a child and spent his career in New York. The Rothko Chapel in Houston and the Tate Modern's Seagram Murals room are dedicated permanent installations of his work.

Key works

No. 61 (Rust and Blue)Orange and YellowSeagram Murals
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Frequently asked questions

How many Mark Rothko paintings are on display in Chicago?

Our current data shows 3 Mark Rothko paintings on display in Chicago, spread across the Art Institute of Chicago. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.

Which museum in Chicago has the most Mark Rothko paintings?

Art Institute of Chicago holds all 3 known Mark Rothko works in Chicago.

Where else can I see Mark Rothko's paintings?

Mark Rothko's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Mark Rothko

Planning your visit to Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago is at Millennium Park — take the Red or Green CTA line to Adams/Wabash. Allow at least three hours; the Impressionist collection alone warrants a full morning. Illinois residents receive free entry on select days.

Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.