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The largest and most complex of Robert Handler�s works, this project depicts how the West Side has been built up almost to the Hudson. Both sides of the river, New Jersey�s included, contain architectural marvels. This painting shows New Jersey in the background and Manhattan in the fore; it�s a nighttime view looking west towards the river. The moon�s reflection off the buildings illuminates these architectural gems. The original is comprised of multi-layered buildings, 12-deep, with a perspective of diminishing viewpoint.

Robert Benjamin Handler grew up in Manhattan. He developed his current style of art after traveling throughout Europe, Canada, and the States, observing the unique architecture of each area. His thoughts and concentration continued to return to the architecture of the cities he visited, with special emphasis on the differences and styles of each place. No matter where he traveled, though, Robert always seemed to gravitate back to the amazing uniqueness of New York City's cities within cities. Each area left him with a special feeling for the buildings and the times. Whole neighborhoods revolve around their uniqueness and special location. Areas like the Village, Chelsea, Canal Street, lower Manhattan, all have areas and buildings...