Chinese Petroleum 1978

"Chinese Petroleum" (1978) by Erro is a jarring and satirical collage that combines a scene from a Chinese propaganda poster with a reclining female nude. This juxtaposition creates a critical commentary on the social and political realities of the time, questioning the ideals of progress and the portrayal of women in both Western and Eastern cultures. The artist's use of photomontage, a technique popularized by the Dadaists, brings together disparate imagery to create a jarring and thought-provoking work of art.