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One sheet Soviet propaganda poster, titled Long live and prosper our mighty homeland, was created by artist Boris Viacheslavovich Iordanskii in 1941. The poster is a key example of Stalin-era propaganda, symbolizing national unity and pride in the resilience of the USSR during the early years of World War II.
Poster Details
Artist: Boris Viacheslavovich Iordanskii
Year: 1941
Medium: Lithograph on paper
Printers/Publishers: Iskusstvo (Art Publishing House), Moscow-Leningrad
Main Slogan (English): "Long live and prosper our mighty homeland - the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics!"
Imagery: The poster features a portrait of Joseph Stalin in profile within a medallion at the top, towering over a happy crowd below a large red banner. The names of the 16 constituent Soviet Socialist Republics are listed vertically on either side.
Style and Purpose: Consistent with the style of socialist realism, the artwork uses a direct and ceremonial layout to create an emotional connection with the Soviet people. It presents a utopian image of health and happiness intended to cultivate a powerful cult of personality around Stalin and mobilize the population. |
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