A Pioneer of Lithuanian Jewish Art: Lazar Berson (1882-1954) Lazar Berson, born Škupiškyi in Lithuania in 1882, remains a figure shrouded in some mystery—a testament to the challenges faced by documenting artistic lives during his era. Yet, his contribution to Jewish art and cultural expression is undeniable, particularly through his founding of ‘The Jewish-National Decorative Art Association (London) Ben Uri’ in 1915. This associatio…