Helen Edwards wrote:

>I was wondering if there has been an exhibition at any time on the subject
>or if someone in museum-l land knows where I could get some crackerjack
>information to help me.

Dear Helen,
The current exhibition, Russian Jewish Artists in a Century of Change at
The Jewish Museum in New York shows the work of Jewish artists in Russia
from the late 19th century to the 1980s.  In doing so, it deals extensively
with the role of art as propaganda -- included in the show are leading
exponents of Socialist Realism. It also illustrates through later work that
art, as propaganda, can be subversive as well as supportive.  You may wish
to get the catalog which treats your subject in a number of essays and
should meet your need for some crackerjack information. Their number is 212
423 3200.  Best wishes,

Michael McLoughlin
thwaite @nets.com