Asked by Bayleigh Olsen on Jun 12, 2024

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Which Depression-era artist created a painting cycle based on newspaper photographs of the trial of two Italian anarchists in Massachusetts?

A) Edward Hopper
B) Ben Shahn
C) George Grosz
D) Alfred Barr

Depression-Era Artist

An artist active during the Great Depression who often depicted the struggles, socioeconomic challenges, and resilience of people during that period.

Ben Shahn

An American artist of Lithuanian Jewish descent, known for his works of social realism and left-wing political views.

Massachusetts

A state in the northeastern United States, known for its significant historical sites related to the early colonization of America.

  • Acquire an understanding of the theme-centric approach in the artwork of American Regionalist and Marxist creators.
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Joseph LacasseJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ben Shahn created a series of works based on the trial of Sacco and Vanzetti, two Italian anarchists, drawing from newspaper photographs to comment on social and political issues of his time.