1989 Press Photo The life of American artist Thomas Hart Benton on PBS special.

The colorful, controversial life of American regionalist artist Thomas Hart Benton is vividly recalled in a 90-minute film by award-winning filmmaker/historian Ken Burns. At left, Benton circa 1930, surrounded by his early history paintings in his New York City home. At right, Benton at his summer home on Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts - five years before his death - after completing his "Self-Portrait" (1970). "Thomas Hart Benton" airs November 1, 1989 on PBS.

Photo measures 10 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 11-1-1989.



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