El Lisitzky, London, Paris, Berlin

£10.00

This image forms part of the innovative visual language developed by El Lissitzky, a seminal figure in the Russian avant-garde movement. His work, heavily influenced by Constructivism and Suprematism, sought to synthesise art, architecture, and design into a unified vision for social transformation. The red geometric elements, juxtaposed with bold typographic forms and stark insignias, suggest the dynamic interplay of communication and consequence—core themes in Lissitzky’s oeuvre. Reflecting his belief in art as a tool for ideological and societal change, the composition invokes the tension and connectivity between key European centres in the early 20th century, notably London, Paris, and Berlin.

Produced during a period of extraordinary political upheaval, the image embodies the intersection of propaganda, avant-garde aesthetics, and emerging graphic design principles. The precise, mechanistic arrangement of elements recalls the machinery of modernity, while the inclusion of foreboding symbols points to the stark realities faced by these cities during times of conflict. Through its calculated simplicity and arresting visual contrasts, it epitomises a radical shift in the way ideas were communicated to the masses, offering a poignant reflection of its historical moment.

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    El Lisitzky, London, Paris, Berlin
    £10.00