1941
The music which plays such an important role in his life and his paintings increasingly absorbs him.
1942
For his work Broadway he is awarded a purchase prize on the occasion of the exhibition Artists for Victory at The Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Seattle Art Museum
1944
Solo exhibition at Willard Gallery, New York. Catalogue introduced by Sidney Janis. This gallery continues to exhibit his work at regular intervals. This period also marks the start of his national recognition.
1945
Willard Gallery, New York
1945/46
Paintings by Mark Tobey. Solo exhibition at the Portland Art Museum; San Francisco Museum of Art; The Arts Club of Chicago; Alger House, Detroit Institute of Arts. Tobey's solo exhibitions and invitations to national group exhibitions increase.
1946
Willard Gallery, New York
The Arts Club of Chicago
Alger House, Detroit Institute of Arts
1947
Willard Gallery, New York
Phillips Academy, Andover
Albany Gallery, Buffalo
Baltimore Museum of Art
1948
He takes part in the Venice Biennale, Italy (also in 1956, 1958 and 1964).