I AM CITIZEN OF SOVIET UNION ?USSR PASSPORT - 1975 SOVIET POSTER by VIKTOROV

$ 105.6

Item Width: 22 in Framing: Unframed Title: I AM THE CITIZEN OF THE SOVIET UNION! Date of Creation: 1970-1980 Theme: Advertising, Art, History, Holidays, Natural History, Patriotic, People, Politics, Social History Year of Production: 1975 Material: Paper Height (Inches): 35 Size: Large Artist: VIKTOROV VALENTIN PETROVICH (1927-1987) Character: Karl Marx, Friendrich Engels, Joseph Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, Leonid Brezhnev, Mikhail Gorbachev, Yuri Andropov Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Listed By: Dealer or Reseller Item Height: 35 in Culture: USSR Featured Person/Artist: Friendrich Engels, Karl Marx, Joseph Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, Leonid Brezhnev, Mikhail Gorbachev, Yuri Andropov Personalize: No Features: Signed, 1st Edition, Limited Edition Country of Origin: Russian Federation Style: Socialist Realism, Socrealism, Affichiste, Art Deco, Avant-garde, Constructivism, Realism, Russian, Surrealism Signed: No Region of Origin: USSR Subject: Advertising, Art, History, Social History, Coat of Arms, Motivational Type: Poster Custom Bundle: No Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No Item Length: 35 in Color: Multi-Color Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work Handmade: No Width (Inches): 22

Description

Original slogan on the poster: Я - ГРАЖДАНИН СОВЕТСКОГО СОЮЗА! ПАСПОРТ СССР Literally English translation: I AM THE CITIZEN OF THE SOVIET UNION! USSR PASSPORT POSTER ARTIST: VIKTOROV VALENTIN PETROVICH PRINT YEAR: 1975 SUBJECT: TEACHERS HOLIDAY LANGUAGE: RUSSIAN PRINT RUN: 250.000 PUBLISHED BY: "PLAKAT", MOSCOW SIZE: IN: 22 ½ x 35= CM: 57 x 89 CONDITION: FLAT, VERY GOOD ✯ Description & Historical Background — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — This 1975 Soviet poster proudly proclaims: "I am a citizen of the Soviet Union!" Centered on the striking image of a red USSR passport, the composition symbolizes civic identity, pride, and unity under socialism. The large state emblem of the USSR rises in the background like a sun, flanked by iconic landmarks of Moscow and illustrations representing the various Soviet republics. The emphasis on citizenship reflects the significance of being part of a vast multinational union, with shared rights, responsibilities, and a common ideological purpose. The poster was issued during the Brezhnev era, a time of strong emphasis on patriotic education and allegiance to the ideals of the Soviet state. ✯ Style — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Rendered in a vivid red-gold color palette, this poster showcases classic Socialist Realist design, emphasizing monumental symbols like the Soviet emblem and Kremlin tower. The passport is prominently placed, using photorealistic design to contrast with the stylized background of industry and unity. The combination of clean typography and symbolic imagery reflects mid-1970s Soviet aesthetics focused on civic pride and state loyalty. ✯ Condition — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Very good vintage condition with some light edge wear and a small crease on the lower right corner. Colors remain vibrant, and the artwork is well-preserved. Please refer to the image for a full visual assessment.

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