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Enough with religious celebrations! (Down with the Religious Holidays!), c.1920 (print)
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Enough with religious celebrations! (Down with the Religious Holidays!), c.1920 (print)
FIA5368077 Enough with religious celebrations! (Down with the Religious Holidays!), c.1920 (print) by Russian School (20th century); Russian State Library, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Assez avec les fetes religieuses! (Down With The Religious Holidays!). Deux hommes ivres marchent devant des scenes de violence sociale, un homme brutalise une femme, un autre homme est ecrase par un tramway, un autre brise mobilier et vaisselle dans sa maison, laissant sa femme et son enfant en pleurs, enfin une autre scene decrit la deforestation sauvage des sapins pratiquee lors de la periode de Noel. Affiche, impression offset, vers 1920. Art russe, propagande sovietique, social realisme. Russian State Library, Moscou.); Photo © Fine Art Images
Media ID 33391382
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Alcoholism Danger Deforestation Drank Food And Drink Propaganda Russian Culture Vice Booze
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Enough with religious celebrations! (Down with the Religious Holidays!), c. 1920
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. This print, created by the Russian School in the early 20th century, challenges societal norms and critiques religious festivities. The image depicts two intoxicated men stumbling through a scene of social violence. One man is seen assaulting a woman, while another is tragically struck by a passing tramway. In another corner, a man destroys furniture and dishes in his home, leaving his wife and child in tears. Lastly, we witness the wanton deforestation of fir trees during the Christmas season. The poster's bold colors and striking imagery convey its message effectively: it denounces religious holidays as sources of chaos and suffering within society. It embodies Russian propaganda art at its finest - an embodiment of Soviet social realism that aimed to expose vices prevalent in society. Through this satirical cartoon-like composition, viewers are confronted with themes of alcoholism, violence, religion's potential dangers when taken to extremes, and environmental destruction caused by holiday traditions. As we delve into this thought-provoking artwork from Bridgeman Images' collection held at the Russian State Library in Moscow, Russia; we are reminded of how art can serve as a powerful tool for social commentary. This print serves as both a historical artifact capturing early 20th-century sentiments towards religion and an enduring reminder that critical examination of our cultural practices can lead to positive change. It invites us to question long-held beliefs surrounding religious celebrations while encouraging introspection about their impact on individuals and communities alike. In summary, "Enough with religious celebrations! (Down with the Religious Holidays!), c. 1920" challenges us to reevaluate our traditions through its evocative portrayal of vice-ridden scenes intertwined with biting satire – reminding us that progress often begins when we dare to question established norms.
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