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The GPU strikes the counter-revolutionary saboteur on the head (colour litho)
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The GPU strikes the counter-revolutionary saboteur on the head (colour litho)
BAL397733 The GPU strikes the counter-revolutionary saboteur on the head (colour litho) by Deni, Viktor Nikolaevich (1893-1946); State Borodino War and History Museum, Moscow; (add.info.: The State Political Directorate was the secret police of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (RSFSR) and the Soviet Union from 1922 until 1934; it was initially known under the Russian abbreviation GPU for Gosudarstvennoye Politicheskoye Upravlenie of the NKVD of the RSFSR ; Joseph Stalin (1879-1953); )
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This print titled "The GPU strikes the counter-revolutionary saboteur on the head" by Viktor Nikolaevich Deni depicts a powerful scene of political turmoil and oppression. The color lithograph showcases an intense moment where a lightning bolt-like strike is delivered to a counter-revolutionary saboteur, symbolizing the forceful actions taken by the State Political Directorate (GPU) during its reign as the secret police of Soviet Russia. Deni's artwork highlights the struggle between communism and rebellion, with vivid imagery that portrays the Bolshevik regime's determination to suppress dissenting voices. Joseph Stalin, one of history's most influential figures, looms in the background as a reminder of his role in shaping this era. Through satire and agitprop techniques commonly used in Russian propaganda art, Deni skillfully conveys both fear and defiance within this piece. The cartoonish style adds an element of dark humor while shedding light on the harsh reality faced by those who opposed communist rule. "The GPU strikes. . " serves as a poignant reminder of Russia's tumultuous past, showcasing how political power can be wielded to oppress individuals deemed threats to state ideology. This thought-provoking print invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as revolution, repression, and resistance that continue to resonate throughout history.
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