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Esphyr Slobodkina

Honoring the Life and Art of Esphyr Slobodkina

Esphyr Slobodkina was a pioneer of American abstract art. Her participation in the avant-garde activities and exhibitions of the 1930s & 40s helped achieve recognition for abstract art in the United States.

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Behind the Dark Window Shade

written and illustrated by Esphyr Slobodkina

Published in 1958 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard

SYNOPSIS:  In their city apartment, Judy and Jim try guess what is happening behind their neighbor’s dark window shade. Luckily, just when they run out of guesses, the window shade flies up.

About the Illustrations: Abstract design using collage technique, crayon, watercolor and recycled materials.

 

 

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