Curatorial Narrative You Can’t Have Everything by Eric Rohman is a seminal work within the Art Deco canon, executed in 1938 at the height of this stylistic movement’s influence. The artist’s linear brushwork creates a sense of tension and dynamism, particularly in the figure’s elongated form, which seems to transcend its two-dimensional plane. The palette, characterized by an emphasis on yellow and orange hues, imbues the composition with an air of optimism and playfulness, while black accents serve to ground and balance this visual effervescence.When enlarged to 44×63 inches, the chromatic structure of You Can’t Have Everything asserts its presence within a luxury interior environment. The spatial rhythm established by Rohman’s design is particularly suited for pairing with materials such as dark wood paneling or luxurious textiles, which will absorb and complement the artwork’s atmospheric weight. In terms of lighting behavior, th