Curatorial Narrative “Alibi” by Eric Rohman, created in 1929, occupies a pivotal position within the Art Deco movement. The artist’s linear brushwork gives rise to a stylized architectural subject that embodies the era’s fascination with modernity and technological advancement. As one navigates this work, it becomes apparent that Rohman’s intention was not merely to represent a building but to infuse it with an otherworldly quality. By employing a palette characterized by bold contrasts black, red, yellow, green, and white he generates a visual atmosphere of tension and anticipation.When scaled up to 44×62 inches, “Alibi” transforms into a commanding presence that demands attention within a luxury interior environment. The chromatic structure, originally intended to convey a sense of dynamism, now assumes a more assertive role, drawing the viewer’s eye along the building’s faade with an almost palpable spatial rhythm. As one consi