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Long Live the Sun! Hide the Darkness!, 1921. Creator: Simakov, Ivan Vasilievich (1877-1925)
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Long Live the Sun! Hide the Darkness!, 1921. Creator: Simakov, Ivan Vasilievich (1877-1925)
Long Live the Sun! Hide the Darkness!, 1921. Private Collection
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Agitation Agitprop Analphabetism Cultural Revolution Eradication Of Illiteracy Historyposter And Graphic Design Illiteracy Likbez Literacy Peasant Political Poster Proletarian Proletariat Propaganda Russian Cultural Revolution Socialist Realism Soviet Political Agitation Art Symbol
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Long Live the Sun! Hide the Darkness!
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is a powerful and iconic political poster created by Russian artist Ivan Vasilievich Simakov in 1921 during the height of the Russian Cultural Revolution. This color lithograph, now part of a private collection, is a prime example of Soviet political agitation art and a testament to the era's revolutionary spirit. The image depicts a radiant sun rising over a group of determined peasants and workers, their faces uplifted towards the light. The sun's rays penetrate the darkness, symbolizing the eradication of ignorance and illiteracy, key goals of the Cultural Revolution's Likbez (Literacy and Knowledge) campaign. The dark background contrasts sharply with the vibrant colors of the sun and the people, emphasizing the transformative power of education and enlightenment. The poster's composition, with its bold lines and simplified forms, is reminiscent of the agitprop and analphabetism styles popular during the period. Simakov's use of color and symbolism, however, sets this work apart, showcasing the artist's unique interpretation of socialist realism. The poster's proletarian subjects, representing the working class, are depicted as active agents of change, their faces filled with hope and determination. This image served as a powerful call to action, urging the population to embrace education and join the cause of building a new, enlightened society. Today, "Long Live the Sun! Hide the Darkness!" remains an important historical artifact, providing a glimpse into the revolutionary fervor and artistic innovations of the Russian Cultural Revolution. Its enduring impact on the fields of fine art, poster and graphic design, and political propaganda continues to inspire artists and designers around the world.
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