Which New York skyscraper inspired Georgia O'Keeffe's painting Radiator Building—Night?

Georgia O'Keeffe's painting Radiator Building—Night depicts New York's American Radiator Building.

The building, designed by Raymond Hood and André Fouilhoux, opened in 1924 at 40 West 40th Street in Manhattan. Its dark brick exterior and bright golden ornament made it a memorable presence in the city skyline.

O'Keeffe painted the structure in 1927, emphasizing its vertical form and dramatic contrast between darkness and illumination. The work reflects her fascination with New York architecture during the years when she lived in the city and painted skyscrapers as powerful modern symbols.

The building is now known as the Bryant Park Hotel. It is often confused with the Empire State Building or Chrysler Building because all three are strongly associated with New York's 1920s and 1930s skyline. O'Keeffe's title, however, identifies the specific subject directly.