Pour le gouvernement Soviétique ! partie 2 1977

This 1977 poster by Victor Koretsky constitutes the central panel of the triptych “За власть Советов!” (“For the power of the Soviets!”), a powerful visual narrative revisiting the revolutionary origins of the Soviet Union. Positioned as the second part, it serves as the ideological and emotional core of the composition, shifting from the chaos of battle to the affirmation of political victory.

At the center of the image, a bold red banner dominates the scene, bearing the slogan itself. The flag acts as both a literal and symbolic focal point—representing unity, purpose, and the triumph of Soviet authority. In front of it, a mounted soldier shouts as he charges forward, embodying revolutionary fervor and collective momentum. Behind him rise three monumental figures of Red Army soldiers, their faces stern, focused, and resolute. They appear almost timeless, less as individuals than as embodiments of the revolutionary spirit.

The repetition of figures in the background creates a sense of mass participation, reinforcing the idea that Soviet power was not achieved by a few, but by the collective will of the people. The composition is tightly structured, with the banner anchoring the image and the figures arranged in a hierarchical, almost iconic formation.

Color once again plays a decisive role. The overwhelming red palette symbolizes revolution, sacrifice, and ideological purity. Unlike the first panel, where flames and motion dominate, here the red becomes more controlled and emblematic—less chaotic, more declarative. It marks the transition from struggle to consolidation.

As the central piece of the triptych, this poster represents the moment of affirmation: the establishment of Soviet power. It connects the sacrifices depicted in the first panel with the stability and legacy implied in the final one. Koretsky’s style—characterized by dramatic contrasts, monumental figures, and emotional intensity—elevates the scene into a form of visual myth-making.

Ultimately, this second panel of За власть Советов! crystallizes the message of the entire triptych. It presents Soviet authority as the product of unity, courage, and unwavering belief, symbolized by the red banner carried forward by the people themselves.

Original Poster

Propaganda - Military - USSR - Russia

Triptych with the different Soviet ethnic groups

Good condition, creases