Antigone
c. 1941
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184 works across 1 institution
Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 184 works by Mark Rothko (1903–1970) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
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.
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 184 works on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
Aquatic Drama
c. 1946
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Archaic Phantasy
c. 1945
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Birth of Cephalopods
c. 1944
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Ceremonial
c. 1945
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Contemplation
c. 1937
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Conversation
c. 1932
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Family
c. 1936
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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
Frequently asked questions
How many Mark Rothko paintings are on display in Washington DC?
Our current data shows 184 Mark Rothko paintings on display in Washington DC, spread across the National Gallery of Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Washington DC has the most Mark Rothko paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 184 known Mark Rothko works in Washington DC.
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 Washington DC
Washington DC's Smithsonian museums — including the National Gallery of Art, American Art Museum, and Hirshhorn — are all permanently free to enter. They're clustered along the National Mall and easily walked between. The National Gallery has two buildings connected by an underground passage; the East Building houses 20th-century art.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.