Chinese Cultural Revolution Poster

A clenched fist, a red sleeve, and small figures on the run.

China is the origin of this Cultural Revolution poster, printed on paper in the 20th century. Political satire and denunciation posters were commonly produced in the period. A massive figure in a red cap and sleeve swings a fist at the upper left, sending tiny tumbling figures flying to the right. Red characters below, with an exclamation mark, form the caption, which is not translated here. The vigorous brushwork and strong diagonal give the print real force.

About 20 by 28 inches. A punchy diagonal for a lively wall.