Rooftops

c. 1935-1943

Isami Doi

Associated Names
Isami Doi

Artist, American, 1903 - 1965

This is a painting of an urban rooftop scene. The setting consists of various buildings with distinctive architectural elements such as chimneys, staircases, and patterned windows. The perspective is from a high vantage point, looking out over adjacent rooftops. The sky is filled with expressive clouds rendered in a dramatic style. The detailing in the structures suggests they may be made of brick or stone, with textures indicating urban decay or wear. A balcony is adorned with a wavy iron railing, flanked by bare, twisting trees devoid of leaves.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: "ROOFTOPS" in pencil, lower center; "15" in pencil, lower right corner; "Isami Doi", in pencil, lower center, verso; signed: "Doi" in pencil, lower right; "I.D.", lower left

Wikidata ID

Q76455929

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