In the Gallery: Polish Jewish Cultural Posters Opening Reception and Talk November 16, 2006

Polish Jewish Cultural Posters

The vibrant Jewish culture that existed in Poland for 1000 years prior to WWII was effectively destroyed by the Holocaust. Nonetheless, during the Communist era, the Polish government sponsored Jewish cultural events and commissioned artists to create art posters to publicize these events. Some posters were for Jewish films, others were for operas and exhibitions, and many were designed to accompany productions of the E.R. Kaminski National Jewish Theater. The posters, as well as the art, is significant. These posters, from the golden era of the Polish School of Posters (1946-1989), are recognized as the best in contemporary poster art, comparable to the posters of the La Belle Epoque. Works courtesy Contemporary Posters, NYC.
On view Nov 16–Jan 17

Talk and Opening Reception

Hear more about the history and art of Polish Jewish cultural posters from Donald and Ylain Mayer of Contemporary Posters, a poster gallery specializing in Polish art posters, as well as remarks by a representative of the Consulate General of Poland.
Talk: 6pm
Reception: 7-8:30pm

Official Website: http://www.jccmanhattan.org/category.aspx?catid=2135#14243