Шан, Бен

Graphic artist

Born Kovno (Latvia), 12 September 1898

Died New York, 14 March 1969

Benjamin Shahn was born in Kovno (now Kaunas in Latvia). His father, Joshua, was exiled to Siberia for revolutionary activities in 1902. In 1906 the family rejoined Joshua, who had fled Siberia, in Brooklyn in New York. Ben Shahn was trained as a lithographer in New York, which is apparent is his later graphic design of books often combining calligraphy, images and songs. In 1921 he attended arts classes at the new York City College and after at the national Academy of design. After the Second World War Shahn became known for his realist style used to contribute to social dialogue.

1947

1949

1957-59

1961-62

1964

1965

1967

1969

1972-73

1991

1993