Josef Presser

Josef Presser (1907–1967) was a Polish-born American painter known for his expressive and emotionally resonant works. Born in Lublin, Poland, Presser immigrated to the United States as a child, settling in Boston. He studied at the Boston Museum School of Fine Arts, where his talent was quickly recognized. Presser's early work was influenced by European modernism and American Realism, leading to a style that combined vivid color, strong forms, and deep psychological insight.

In the 1930s, he became associated with the Federal Art Project, part of the New Deal, which supported artists during the Great Depression. Presser traveled widely, drawing inspiration from his visits to Mexico and Europe, and his subjects often included portraiture and scenes imbued with social commentary. He was married to painter Agnes Hart, and the two were prominent figures in the mid-20th-century American art scene.