In the Eye of the Storm: An Art of Conscience 1930-1970 : Selections from the Collection of Philip J. & Suzanne Schiller

by Frances K. Pohl

Seventy-one paintings, drawings, and prints from the private collection of Philip J. and Suzanne Schiller represent a wealth of styles and subject matter and range from social realism to magic realism and social surrealism. The author offers a broad definition of social commentary art, examining works in a chronological context, and interweaving social history and aesthetic criticism. Published in conjunction with a traveling exhibit organized by the American Federation of Arts. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

128 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1995