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Lily Harmon
A Life Painted in Social Realism: The World of Lily Harmon Lily Harmon (born Lillian Perelmutter, 1912-1998) was a quietly powerful force in American art for much of the 20th century. Though perhaps not a household name, her career spanned decades and encompassed portraiture, book illustration, assemblage, and a deep engagement with the Social Realist movement. Harmon’s life story is as compelling as the canvases she created—a journey
marked by intellectual curiosity, artistic dedication, and a willingness to explore the complexities of human experience. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, her early exposure to art led her on an educational path that took her from the Yale School of Fine Arts to the Académie Colarossi in Paris and finally to the Art Students League of New York. This diverse training laid the foundation for a versatile artistic practice. Her time in Pari…