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Rooftops

1990

Frederick Mershimer

Associated Names

Frederick Mershimer

Artist, American, born 1958

The image depicts a cityscape from a rooftop view. Various rooftops with chimneys, pipes, and an antenna are visible. The horizon is low, leading to a skyline of buildings. Majestic clouds fill the sky with sunlight breaking through. It has a monochromatic palette, creating a classic atmosphere. The work highlights cloud textures, and the color scheme is mostly shades of gray, emphasizing light-and-shadow contrasts.

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Artwork overview

Medium

mezzotint
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

image: 400 x 600 mm
sheet: 504 x 730 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3488

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, Trial Proof Rooftops; lower right, Frederick Mershimer.

Wikidata ID

Q76548901

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