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Poster; the Assembly
THE CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY The enemies of the Revolution, but their ship is only a shoe and the sails are tattered
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Media ID 614487
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Assembly Communism Constituent Enemies Propaganda Revolution Sails Shoe Tattered 1921
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Poster: The Assembly" by Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a beautiful Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image transports us back in time to the heart of the Revolution, where the enemies gather on a makeshift vessel, their intentions threatening the newfound freedom. The intricate details of the original artwork come alive on the canvas, with the shoe instead of a ship and tattered sails adding an unexpected twist. Bring this thought-provoking piece into your home or office and ignite conversations with its intriguing narrative. Order your Canvas Print today and let the story unfold in your personal space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful poster, created in Russia during the tumultuous year of 1921, depicts a pivotal moment in the country's history: the Constituent Assembly, which was seen as a threat to the emerging Communist regime. The enemies of the Revolution, represented by a ship with a shoe for a hull and tattered sails, are shown being swept away by the tide of history. The image is a poignant reminder of the tumultuous political landscape of the time, as the Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin, sought to consolidate their power and implement their radical vision for a communist society. The Constituent Assembly, which had been elected in November 1917, was seen as a vestige of the old regime and was dissolved by the Bolsheviks in January 1918. The use of a ship as a symbol of the enemies of the Revolution is a common motif in revolutionary propaganda, reflecting the idea that the forces of reaction were being swept away by the tide of history. The image of a shoe for the hull of the ship is a particularly striking detail, suggesting that the enemies of the Revolution were insubstantial and easily overcome. The tattered sails, meanwhile, symbolize the disarray and chaos of the old regime, which was being replaced by the order and discipline of the Communist regime. The poster is a testament to the power of propaganda in shaping public opinion and mobilizing support for a political cause. It is a powerful reminder of the tumultuous history of the Russian Revolution and the enduring legacy of Communism in Russia and beyond.
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