Boris Deutsch: A Lithuanian Soul in American Expressionism Boris Deutsch, a name perhaps less familiar than many of his contemporaries, nevertheless represents a fascinating and significant chapter in 20th-century art. Born in Krasnogorsk, a shtetl within the Russian Empire – now part of Lithuania – in 1892, Deutsch’s life was one of constant movement and adaptation, ultimately culminating in a distinguished career as an Expressionist painter and printmaker rooted firmly in the vibrant artistic landscape of Los Angeles. His early years were shaped by the upheaval of World War I, a period tha…