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Crosshatching adds texture, hinting at the complexity beneath the surface.\nThis print fits seamlessly in a study or library, where its contemplative presence can be fully appreciated.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53099861803325,"sku":"adb8065a-523d-47c5-a659-9ed9c86cf4cd","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53099861836093,"sku":"cb89b575-5875-42a9-abc3-017470732118","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/05680327-c300-494d-9982-7befd1ae3c93.webp?v=1789664083"},{"product_id":"three-lutes-by-ben-shahn-poster","title":"Three Lutes by Ben Shahn – Poster","description":"Three lutes lean against a muted background in Ben Shahn's work, Three Lutes. The instruments are the sole focus, their forms simple yet full of quiet character.\nThe lutes are rendered in a limited palette of ochres and umbers, their curves and lines creating a sense of harmony. The background is a soft, almost indistinct wash, allowing the instruments to stand out without competition. The composition is balanced, with each lute having its own space yet contributing to a unified whole.\nThis print suits a study or music room, where the appreciation of fine craftsmanship is understood.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53099930255677,"sku":"62135c4c-9ab2-44bf-b661-bdff6f459ac5","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53099930288445,"sku":"fac759c0-c9c0-433b-8c0e-eac9c9d34fad","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/90bb09f9-ce92-433f-a5d0-3aafdbca719a.webp?v=1789666104"},{"product_id":"signs-by-ben-shahn-poster","title":"Signs by Ben Shahn – Poster","description":"Street signs and symbols dominate the frame in Ben Shahn's Signs. The artwork is a visual lexicon, each element a character in a silent narrative of urban life.\nShahn's composition is a mosaic of bold letters and numbers, rendered in a palette of stark whites, blacks, and grays. The signs overlap and intersect, creating a sense of organized chaos. The contrast between the sharp edges of the text and the softer, worn backgrounds adds depth and texture to the piece.\nThis poster suits a study or office, where its graphic clarity and intellectual resonance can be appreciated daily.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53099953684797,"sku":"89075012-1d91-45d3-a5e1-da34191f7bc7","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53099953717565,"sku":"28e0f03f-68a3-4cc9-a65a-4bda932e29b4","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/37475678-725e-483b-b213-3edc94bb90ab.webp?v=1789667095"},{"product_id":"untitled-artwork-no-1-by-ben-shahn-poster","title":"Untitled Artwork No. 1 by Ben Shahn – Poster","description":"Ben Shahn's Not Detected 29 presents a compelling visual narrative. The artwork invites viewers into a world of subtle complexity and quiet intensity.\nShahn's use of muted earth tones creates a sense of depth and texture. The composition is anchored by a central figure, surrounded by abstract elements that hint at a larger story. The interplay of light and shadow adds a dynamic quality to the piece.\nThis poster suits a study or library, where its thoughtful presence can be appreciated in a quiet moment.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53099991007549,"sku":"c74c58e2-8e3e-4c34-8169-6487e9542207","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53099991040317,"sku":"fc63a821-056c-47f7-a6b6-412f3f9bec1d","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/40084ea8-46a0-42f3-9642-9eb7441e00a8.webp?v=1789668413"},{"product_id":"coal-company-town-in-jenkins-by-ben-shahn-1935-poster","title":"Coal Company Town In Jenkins by Ben Shahn (1935) – Poster","description":"A cluster of weathered houses nestles in a valley. Ben Shahn's Coal Company Town In Jenkins captures the stark beauty of a community shaped by industry and time. The composition draws the eye through layers of muted structures and rolling hills.\n\nShahn's precise lines and subdued palette reveal the textures of wood, stone, and earth. The artwork balances the weight of history with a quiet resilience, as figures move through their daily routines. Shadows stretch long, hinting at the passage of time and the enduring spirit of the town.\n\nThis print fits well in a study or office, where its understated depth can be appreciated without competition.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53100118573373,"sku":"816994dd-13b7-4d5e-8a76-30345f78b775","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53100118606141,"sku":"ee9046ad-b157-4948-b9db-dca7077e6415","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/2564303a-12f0-44f4-b2f3-e6761fe30ba2.webp?v=1789669976"},{"product_id":"loading-recently-mined-coal-in-jenkins-by-ben-shahn-1935-poster","title":"Loading Recently Mined Coal In Jenkins by Ben Shahn (1935) – Poster","description":"Men load coal into carts under a stark sky. Ben Shahn's Loading Recently Mined Coal In Jenkins captures the raw, unyielding labor of the 1930s. The scene is both a testament to human endurance and a snapshot of industrial life.\n\nShahn's use of bold lines and muted tones creates a sense of depth and texture. The figures, rendered in shades of gray and black, stand out against the lighter background. The composition draws the eye to the workers' determined postures and the stark contrast of the coal against their skin.\n\nThis print brings a piece of history to any space, fitting seamlessly into a study or a modern industrial-themed room.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53100150489405,"sku":"a1a99082-6aa3-45bc-905c-5703957ddc44","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53100150522173,"sku":"685d2a54-5e30-43ee-9de3-0dd84e4b1c7b","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/301067b9-f38e-45d1-a9bc-5ce5923bd231.webp?v=1789670879"},{"product_id":"sign-on-a-restaurant-we-cater-to-white-trade-only-by-ben-shahn-1938-poster","title":"Sign On A Restaurant We Cater To White Trade Only by Ben Shahn (1938) – Poster","description":"A sign in a restaurant window boldly declares its policy. 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It commands attention in a quiet corner, inviting contemplation.","brand":"Wall Deco","offers":[{"title":"45x60 cm \/ 18x24″","offer_id":53100157206845,"sku":"80222a88-ee35-470f-b6e3-d9d5e0620d3e","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":53100157239613,"sku":"e60cef55-2582-4635-a9b5-30329c28b0bc","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5148\/8829\/files\/bd4b0f27-d583-4e89-a83a-b9a537124cd4.webp?v=1789670952"}],"url":"https:\/\/walldecoree.com\/collections\/ben-shahn.oembed","provider":"Wall Deco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}