Saul Steinberg Saul Erik Steinberg (June 15, 1914, Rm. Sărat, Romania – May 12, 1999, New York City) was a Romanian-born American artist, best known for his work for *The New Yorker*, most notably *View of the World from 9th Avenue*. He described himself as “a writer who draws,” encapsulating his artistic philosophy and lifelong dedication to observation and creative expression. Early Life & Education Steinberg was born in Râmnicu Sărat, Buzău County, Romania, to parents of Russian Jewish descent. In 1932, he enrolled at the University of Bucharest where he pursued studies in literature an…