Chinese Cultural Revolution Lithograph

Children and adults tumble through a snowy yard, with a sack and dropped gear underfoot.

This cultural revolution lithograph is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is ink on paper. Color lithographs were produced in large numbers in China in this period, and their bold figures and strong color follow the conventions of official propaganda art. Vertical scene of a lively group, kids in red, green and blue running alongside men with cross straps. Snow covers the ground, a wooden gate stands behind, and a pile of helmets and cloth lies in the foreground, caption beneath. It is 10.25 inches wide and 7.5 high.

Chaos staged so cleanly it nearly looks rehearsed.