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German poster by the Association to Combat Bolshevism. 1919. Gigantic Russian man
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German poster by the Association to Combat Bolshevism. 1919. Gigantic Russian man
German poster by the Association to Combat Bolshevism. 1919. Gigantic Russian man holding flaming torch, standing on the burning ruins of a city. Text: Germanys ideal future under the leadership of the Bolsheviks. Anti-Communist
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1919 Anti Communist Association Burning City Combat Future German Germany Ideal Leadership Lithograph Poster Ruins Russian Text Torch Bolsheviks Bolshevism Flaming Gigantic
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This powerful lithograph, created in 1919 by the Association to Combat Bolshevism, captures a chilling vision of Germany's future under Bolshevik leadership. The image portrays a gigantic Russian man standing tall amidst the burning ruins of a city, holding a flaming torch that illuminates the destruction around him. The text boldly declares "Germany's ideal future under the leadership of the Bolsheviks" leaving no doubt about its anti-communist message. The artist skillfully conveys the fear and apprehension felt by many Germans during this tumultuous period in history. The towering figure symbolizes both physical and ideological dominance, representing the perceived threat posed by Bolshevism. The engulfed city serves as a stark reminder of what could befall Germany if communism were to take hold. This poster is not merely an artistic creation; it is also a historical artifact that reflects the political climate of post-World War I Germany. It speaks to the anxieties and uncertainties faced by German society at that time. As we examine this print from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us remember its significance beyond commercial use. It offers us insight into an era marked by social upheaval and ideological struggle, reminding us of how art can serve as a powerful tool for expressing political viewpoints and shaping public opinion.
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