Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
American, 1898-1969
Ben Shahn (1898 – 1969) was a Lithuanian-born American artist. He is best known for his works of social realism, his left-wing political views, and his series of lectures published as The Shape of Content. Shahn began his path to becoming an artist in New York, where he was first trained as a lithographer. Shahn's early experiences with lithography and graphic design is apparent in his later prints and paintings which often include the combination of text and image. Shahn's primary medium was egg tempera, popular among social realists. Shahn mixed different genres of art. His body of art is distinctive for its lack of traditional landscapes, still lifes, and portraits. Shahn used both expressive and precise visual languages, which he coalesced through the consistency of his authoritative line. Shahn is also noted for his use of unique symbolism, which is often compared to the imagery in Paul Klee's drawings. His art is striking but also introspective. He often captured figures engrossed in their own worlds. Although he used many mediums, his pieces are consistently thoughtful and playful.to
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Creator: Ben Shahn
"In Rooms Withdrawn and Quiet" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn
By Ben Shahn
Located in San Diego, CA
"In Rooms Withdrawn and Quiet" stone lithograph from the Rilke portfolio by Ben Shahn, circa late 1960s. It is presented silver painted wood frame with cream and signed in the stone ...
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Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
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Wood, Paper
"January 18 to February 12" Exhibition Poster of Jester on Horse by Ben Shahn
By Ben Shahn
Located in San Diego, CA
"January 18 to February 12" exhibition poster of jester on horse by Ben Shahn, circa 1960s. The poster is in good vintage condition and measures 20" x 28"; it is presented in a vint...
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Ben Shahn "Deserted Fairground" Rare 1948 Screenprint
By Ben Shahn
Located in Sharon, CT
Privately printed and distributed by the artist. Signed in the matrix. Unframed.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
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Paper
Ben Shahn Exhibition Poster
By Ben Shahn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ben Shahn Jester Exhibition Poster from the 1960's. Framed in possibly an original frame from the period.
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"Many Men" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn
By Ben Shahn
Located in San Diego, CA
Limited edition lithograph entitled "Many Men" by Ben Shahn, circa late 1960s. "Many Men" depicts modernist black silhouette figures in business suits on a teeming street. Released b...
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Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
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Paper, Wood
$1,600 Sale Price
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Ben Shahn To Days of Childhood That are Still Unexplained Signed Lithograph 1968
By Ben Shahn
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An intriguing and sentimental lithograph titled To Days of Childhood That are Still Unexplained by Ben Shahn. From the Rainier Maria Rilke portfolio, For the Sake of a Single Verse, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
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Vintage "Three Generations" Lithograph by Abraham Rattner
By Ben Shahn
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage "Three Generations" lithograph by Abraham Rattner, circa 1975. It is presented in a silver chrome metal frame with a cream mat and signed and numbered 39 out of an edition of...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
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Wood, Paper
1958 Ben Shahn Lute and Molecule No. 2 Framed Screenprint
By Ben Shahn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Limited-Edition Screen Print, entitled "Lute and Molecule No. 2", executed in 1958 by Lithuanian artist Ben Shahn in the USA. It depicts a molecule-like shaped structure ac...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Ben Shahn Wall Decorations
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Steel
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Striking Poster by Renowned Artist Ben Shahn
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Ben Shahn McCarthy Peace, 1968
By Ben Shahn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ben Shahn McCarthy Peace poster, 1968.
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Ben Shahn McCarthy Peace, 1968
By Ben Shahn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ben Shahn McCarthy Peace poster, 1968.
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Original Ben Shahn Painting, Mid-Century Icon
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Ben Shahn (1898-1969).
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Ben Shahn wall decorations are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Ben Shahn wall decorations, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wall decorations by Ben Shahn were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by Larry Rivers, Raoul Pene du Bois, and Lowell Nesbitt. Prices for Ben Shahn wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $225 and can go as high as $16,645, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,500.
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- What style of art is Ben Shahn?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024The style of art of Ben Shahn is social realism. Artists working in this movement sought to highlight social issues by depicting scenes that showed the struggles of modern-day life. For example, Shahn produced four paintings and more than 100 drawings inspired by a 1947 mining accident that killed 111 people in Centralia, Illinois. Arguably the most famous of these works is Miner's Wives, which shows the widows of the miners in mourning. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Ben Shahn art.