Arthur Szyk: Art &
Human Rights (1926-1951)
The Magnes Museum of Jewish Art and Life
University of California, Berkeley
In paintings and political cartoons, the artist (Arthur Szyk) exposed the Nazi genocide, supported the Polish resistance, exalted the establishment of the United Nations, and ridiculed dictators of all stripes. His unwavering denunciation of Fascist crimes in Europe, the suppression of national rights worldwide, and the endless violations of civil rights in America, are rooted in the experience of marginalization that characterized Jewish life in Eastern Europe in modern times. In our times, these concerns are still resounding strongly. — Francesco Spagnolo
Role
Graphic Design
Art Direction
Scope
Exhibition Design
Print Deliverables
Signage
Catalogue Design
Graphic Design
Art Direction
Scope
Exhibition Design
Print Deliverables
Signage
Catalogue Design
Collaborators
Installation Design Team:
Gavin Lee (Lead)
Ellen Woodson
Gina Borg
The Magnes Team:
Curator: Francesco Spagnolo
Curator: Shir Gal Kochavi
Registrar: Julie Franklin
Exhibition Specialist: Ernest Jolly
Photographer: Sibila Savage
Installation Design Team:
Gavin Lee (Lead)
Ellen Woodson
Gina Borg
The Magnes Team:
Curator: Francesco Spagnolo
Curator: Shir Gal Kochavi
Registrar: Julie Franklin
Exhibition Specialist: Ernest Jolly
Photographer: Sibila Savage