Created in 1968 by Soviet graphic artist E. Artsrunyan, this bold propaganda poster is a striking visual artifact of the Cold War. Titled “Curb American Imperialism!” (in Russian: "Обуздать американский империализм!"), the work embodies the intense geopolitical tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union at the height of the ideological confrontation.
Produced in the USSR, the poster served as a visual weapon in the cultural and psychological battle against Western influence. Its powerful messaging aimed to unify Soviet citizens and international allies under a common resistance to U.S. foreign policy, symbolizing a broader critique of American global ambitions.
Artsrunyan was known for his direct and dramatic style, utilizing symbolism and caricature to communicate political narratives. This piece is emblematic of the time, capturing the atmosphere of mistrust and defiance that defined Soviet media and public communication strategies.
Today, the poster stands as a significant piece of 20th-century visual history, often collected for its graphic power and its representation of Soviet ideological aesthetics.
Politics - USSR - Cold War - Russia
Good condition
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