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POSTER : ARM WITH GUN
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POSTER : ARM WITH GUN
Revolutionary poster showing a raised arm holding a rifle against a backdrop of armed revolutionaries on the steps of a building Date: 1917
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Armed Backdrop Communism Propaganda Raised Revolutionaries Revolutionary Rifle
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This powerful and evocative poster, dating back to 1917, captures the essence of the revolutionary spirit that swept through Russia during this tumultuous period in history. The central image features a raised arm, clenched in a fist and holding a rifle, against a backdrop of determined and armed revolutionaries ascending the steps of a building. The bold use of red and black in the design reflects the ideologies of the Bolsheviks, who were at the forefront of the Russian Revolution. The poster is a prime example of propaganda art, designed to inspire and mobilize the masses to join the cause. The image of the raised arm, a symbol of defiance and resistance, would have resonated deeply with the people of Russia who were yearning for change and willing to fight for it. The image of the armed revolutionaries, marching forward, reinforces the idea of collective action and the power of the people to bring about change. The poster is a testament to the revolutionary fervor that swept through Russia in 1917, leading to the overthrow of the Tsarist regime and the establishment of the Soviet Union. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that were endured in the pursuit of political and social justice, and a reminder of the enduring power of art as a tool for political expression and mobilization.
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