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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1927

Page

7

Striking Chicago painting sparks debate on Jesus smiling

A Chicago exhibited painting of a smiling Christ prompts呼 debate among modernists and fundamentalists. Dr John Straton and Harry Emerson Fosdick defend the work arguing Christ could show joy, while critics fear it bends sacred imagery.

John Straton Fundamen Doane Chicago Christ Harry Emerson Fosdick Jonefeller’s Park Avenue Baptist Emaes Straten Fosdick Powell

Powell's Christmas Portraits Draw Mixed Reactions

Fragmented criticism notes readers' tension over sacrilege versus reverence in Powell's Christmastide works. It compares his treatment to Titian and Gustave Doré, praising benevolence in the air while questioning the overall impact and public acceptance of his portrayals.

Aula Christ Powell

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