Rooftops c. 1935 - 1943
johnpheins
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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toned paper
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shading to add clarity
# print
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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limited contrast and shading
"Rooftops" is a woodcut print created by American artist John P. Heins between 1935 and 1943. This piece captures a dramatic perspective of an urban cityscape, likely New York City, with the viewer looking up at the tall buildings. Heins uses bold, graphic lines and stark black and white contrasts to create a sense of depth and towering structures. The print reflects the artist's interest in the changing face of modern architecture, showcasing the impact of skyscrapers on the urban landscape. Heins’s signature is clearly visible at the bottom right corner, emphasizing his ownership of this compelling image.
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