Peter and Paul Fortress 1923

Mstislav Dobuzhinsky's 1923 "Peter and Paul Fortress" is a striking black and white lithograph depicting a silhouetted cityscape of St. Petersburg. The prominent Peter and Paul Fortress, with its iconic spire, stands against a backdrop of billowing clouds and a sea of flags, suggestive of a celebratory atmosphere. Dobuzhinsky, a key figure in the Russian avant-garde, is known for his distinctive graphic style, evident in the sharp lines and dramatic contrasts of this work. The piece captures a moment in time, highlighting the grandeur of the city while hinting at the political and social turmoil of the era.