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The Fleet's In! by Paul Cadmus (1934)

🎨 🌈Artist Spotlight Series 🌈🎨

Feb 03, 2025
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Hey everyone!

This month, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible work of Paul Cadmus, a provocative artist who challenged societal norms through his masterful depictions of urban life, queer desire, and satirical social commentary.

About the Art:

A painting depicting a group of sailors carousing with men and woman on a ledge

Paul Cadmus’ The Fleet’s In! (1934) is a striking example of his signature style—vivid, meticulously detai…

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