Synopsis "Ben Shahn: His Graphic Art (in English)"
Ben Shahn: His Graphic Art is a comprehensive book that explores the life and work of the American artist Ben Shahn. Written by James Thrall Soby, a noted art historian and curator, the book delves into Shahn's graphic art, which includes posters, book illustrations, and other forms of print media. The book begins with a biographical overview of Shahn's life, highlighting his upbringing in Lithuania and his immigration to the United States as a child. It then goes on to examine his early artistic training and his involvement with the Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression. The bulk of the book is devoted to Shahn's graphic art, with chapters focusing on his posters, book illustrations, and other forms of print media. The author provides detailed analyses of each work, discussing Shahn's use of color, composition, and symbolism. Throughout the book, Soby also discusses the political and social context in which Shahn created his art. He explores the artist's commitment to social justice and his use of art as a means of political activism. The book is illustrated with numerous reproductions of Shahn's graphic art, allowing readers to appreciate the full range of his work. It also includes an extensive bibliography and index, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of American art. Overall, Ben Shahn: His Graphic Art is a fascinating and informative look at one of America's most important artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
