The artwork, titled “Wyoming,” was created by Saul Steinberg in 1985. It is associated with the art movements of Expressionism and Surrealism and falls within the cityscape genre.
The artwork features a surreal and stylized cityscape, dominated by two towering, abstract structures in the background that evoke a sense of whimsical futurism. These structures are drawn with fluid, undulating lines that give them a dynamic presence, enhanced by shadings of pastel colors. The city’s streets, rendered in a sharp perspective, lead the viewer’s eye towards the central buildings, creating a dramatic sense of depth. On either side of the streets, smaller buildings and cars are depicted with simplified, almost cartoonish detail, complementing the distinctive architectural fantasy of the scene. The yellow line running through the road adds a leading path that contrasts with the mostly monochromatic palette of the cityscape, infusing the piece with a touch of bright color and guiding focus towards the horizon. This composition reflects Steinberg’s characteristic blend of imagination and architectural form, seamlessly blending the realistic and the surreal.
