Western fear of Communism had been growing since the Russian revolution, and by the close of World War 2, the uneasy peace between the Western superpowers and the Soviet Union was faltering. The Russian state used propaganda posters as a vehicle to disseminate communist ideology and promote their world view.
Soviet art traded exclusively in the imagery of an imagined future. Vibrant posters with messages of hope, unity and friendship provided encouragement to the everyday worker. Soviet artists had unabridged creative freedom as long as the state was portrayed in a positive light. With their stark simplicity and bold colours, propaganda posters were a part of the texture of everyday life in Russia, and reflect the officially approved history as it was experienced by its citizens.
Apply Protective Facilities | Russia | 1986 £300
Hello to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics | Russia | 1972 £200
Youth of the Planet, Fight for Peace | Russia | 1985 £150
Create, Invent, Try! | Russia | 1982 £350
Soviet People are Builders | Russia | 1960s £450
Towards Unknown Worlds | Russia | 1980 £250
We are for Peace | Russia | 1960s £450
Woman Working in Wheat Field | Russia | 1960s £650
Glory to the Soviet Navy | Russia | 1960s £450
The People of Cuba are Invincible | Russia | 1960s £450
Cooperation, Friendship, Peace | Russia | 1984 £100
Take Care of the Springs! | Russia | 1986 £200
World Festival, Moscow | Russia | 1985 £500
Tourist Programme | Russia | 1980s £250
Our Soviet State is Strong by Fraternal Unity! | Russia | 1982 £250
Reading is the Best Form of Teaching | Russia | 1980 £150
Archery | Russia | 1970 £250
60 Years of the USSR | Russia | 1982 £200
Children, Caution! | Russia | 1980 £150
Equality to the Party, to the Komsomol | Russia | 1980 £150
Komsomol | Russia | 1980 £100
Green Light Ahead | Russia | 1980 £150
World Convention of Youth in Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Lenin | Russia | 1970 £750