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Ben Shahn Prints

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.
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Creator: Ben Shahn
"January 18 to February 12" Exhibition Poster of Jester on Horse by Ben Shahn
"January 18 to February 12" Exhibition Poster of Jester on Horse by Ben Shahn

"January 18 to February 12" Exhibition Poster of Jester on Horse by Ben Shahn

$475

"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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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ben Shahn Prints

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1958 Ben Shahn Lute and Molecule No. 2 Framed Screenprint
1958 Ben Shahn Lute and Molecule No. 2 Framed Screenprint

1958 Ben Shahn Lute and Molecule No. 2 Framed Screenprint

$3,000

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 Prints

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Steel

"In Rooms Withdrawn and Quiet" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn
"In Rooms Withdrawn and Quiet" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn

"In Rooms Withdrawn and Quiet" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn

$1,800

"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 Prints

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"Many Men" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn
"Many Men" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn

"Many Men" Stone Lithograph by Ben Shahn

$1,600Sale Price|20% Off

"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 Prints

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Ben Shahn Lithograph 41" x 28" Mid Century Modern Art
Ben Shahn Lithograph 41" x 28" Mid Century Modern Art

Ben Shahn Lithograph 41" x 28" Mid Century Modern Art

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Ben Shahn Lithograph 41" x 28" Mid Century Modern Art

By Ben Shahn

Located in Atlanta, GA

Color lithograph by Ben Shahn, American, circa 1960s. It has been recently professionally framed in a black lacquered wood frame under UV resistant plexiglass.

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Ben Shahn "Deserted Fairground" Rare 1948 Screenprint
Ben Shahn "Deserted Fairground" Rare 1948 Screenprint

Ben Shahn "Deserted Fairground" Rare 1948 Screenprint

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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 Prints

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Vintage "Three Generations" Lithograph by Abraham Rattner
Vintage "Three Generations" Lithograph by Abraham Rattner

Vintage "Three Generations" Lithograph by Abraham Rattner

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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 Prints

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Ben Shahn prints for sale on 1stDibs.

Ben Shahn prints 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 prints, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original prints 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 prints by Schumacher, Omar Rayo, and Robert Indiana. Prices for Ben Shahn prints can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $675 and can go as high as $16,645, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,750.

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Questions About Ben Shahn Prints
  • What style of art is Ben Shahn?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    The 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.