Ben Shahn Childhood Illnesses Modern Lithograph from the Rilke Portfolio UF

A modern lithograph on paper titled “Childhood Illnesses” by Ben Shahn. Signed in the plate. From the Rilke portfolio, published in 1968 by Atelier Mourlot Ltd., New York. A serene composition of a male figure with closed eyes. On the verso of the lithograph it is printed with the following verse, “… to childhood illnesses that so strangely begin with such a number of profound and grave transformations,”. Ben Shahn protested social injustice and honored ordinary people in lithographs, paintings, photographs, and public murals. 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. From a private collection. Dimensions: 22.5”h x 17.75”w (unframed). In very good vintage condition. Checkout our three-floor showroom located at:   ~ Le Shoppe Modern ~ 3325 Orchard Lake Rd. Keego Harbor, MI 48320 ~   ~Tue-Sat 12pm-5pm ~ Sun-Mon by Apt. only ~   We ship world-wide and quote through USPS, FedEx, UPS,