A tall, abstract oil painting that reproduces a claustrophobic view down a cramped backstreet in what looks like an anonymous, densely urban capital somewhere in Mitteleuropa. The stacked-block buildings—depicted in subdued, nail-polish tones—remind us of the heavy, dull architecture often seen in minor Soviet satellites. The closely packed structures suggest a palpable sense of confinement. Up above, a thick, green sky looms low; a lack of clouds suggests stillness, yet the color hints at something toxic or unpleasant. The overall effect is a sense of cosmopolitan isolation. The unknown artist has left the work untitled.

DETAILS

Artist – UNKNOWN

Period/Year – 1965

Origin – USA

Styles/Movements – EXPRESSIONISM; MID-CENTURY MODERN

Media – OIL

Support – CANVAS

Colors – ROSE, RUBY, AVOCADO, OXBLOOD

Condition – Excellent vintage condition. May show minor signs of previous ownership and use.

Dimensions – 53 ½" H × 25 ½" W × 1 ½" D