This drawing of ancient sky deities was a proposal for a new top for a Chicago skyscraper. Look for two Egyptian gods, the Roman god Jupiter on his throne, and an annunciation angel. Each is taken from a well-known work of art.
Architects of the Hancock Tower boldly placed the cross braces that hold up the building on the outside and added no other ornament. Why do you think the artist Smolka topped this modern building with these gods?
