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Lou Packard, Carpenter , circa 1950, woodcut.
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The
story of labor – which comprises passionate
struggles and triumphs as well as dehumanizing
forces – has figured largely in the art
of our time. “At Work: The Art of California Labor”
is the first exhibition to explore this important
topic through the eyes of artists who witnessed,
or were inspired by, some of the most significant
events of the 20th Century.
“At
Work” takes audiences on a journey from the early
events and conditions that led to the rise of
organized labor to the changing demographics of
the wartime workforce. The exhibition also includes
the unique California Labor School, as well as
issues surrounding the farm workers' movement.
This multicultural compilation offers surprising
insight into one of the most fundamental components
of our daily lives and shows how our collective
identity has evolved over time.
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developed by the California Historical Society and the
San Francisco State University Fine Arts Gallery, “At
Work” features many of California's most renowned artists.
The exhibition includes original artwork by contemporary
artists such as Christina Fernandez, Yolanda Lopez, and
Allan Sekula, as well as high-quality reproductions of
work by such notables as Diego Rivera, Dorothea Lange,
and Tina Modotti.
The “At Work: The Art of California
Labor” exhibition includes:
- 34 artworks (original art and high-quality reproductions,
runs approximately 200 linear feet)
- Exhibition text panels and labels in English and
Spanish
- Exhibition manual
- Press kit
- Education materials
- Exhibition gallery postcards
- Color catalog available through Heyday Books
Rental fee:
$2,500 + shipping for an 8-week booking
Funds for accompanying
public programs may also be available
Security: Moderate
This exhibition
is no longer traveled by CERA. For more information
please contact info@ceraexhibits.org.
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