Beats the Whites with the Red Wedge (1919)
El Lissitzky
-Soviet constructivist art
-Red wedge representing the breakthrough of revolution through collectivism
-Strong geometric shapes and bold colors demonstrate the power that can come from human beings when they unite
-Humans not just being workers or soldiers, but actually transforming into a tool that can be used for revolution
-Innovative style of art that highlights the urge for a future driven mindset
Sports Costume (1923)
Varvara Stepanova
-Functional art through design
-Integration of art and daily life
-Efficient use of the human body, clothes that are designed to have people function at their highest capacity, aiding in physical labor and the collective
-When a body is dressed in these designs, they become a useful tool for the state
Krokodil Magazine
-Satirical magazine, so while in support of the communist party, it offers many insightful critiques
-Used humor to address the difficulties of individuals living under the soviet state
-Highlighted the space between the broad, romantic visions of the successful, high-functioning soviet state, and the reality of human’s every day life
-Helped to return humanity to collectivism