Men Atop Manhattan Skyscraper 1945

"Men Atop Manhattan Skyscraper" is a 1945 lithograph by American artist William Wolfson (1894-1966). The artwork depicts two men working on the top of a skyscraper in a bird's-eye view, showcasing a striking perspective of the dense city. Wolfson, known for his urban landscapes, uses this piece to capture the monumental scale and grandeur of New York City's architecture. The scene is rendered in a stark, realistic style using graphite, emphasizing the vastness of the city and the tiny figures of the workers who help to build it. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the human effort required to construct these towering structures.