High Quality Seeds are the Basis of the Harvest 1955

This propaganda poster was made by Valerii Lamakh, likely mid-20th century, using lithography. The bright red text and simple imagery are typical of propaganda, designed for quick communication. The slogan, written in Ukrainian, emphasizes agricultural productivity. This was a key theme in Soviet ideology, which focused on industrial and collective farming. Look closely at the image, and you'll see idealized workers using machinery to process seeds. Lithography allowed for mass production, which was crucial for disseminating these messages widely. The inherent qualities of the print—its flatness, bold color, and reproducible nature—lent itself perfectly to the era’s political goals. These posters weren’t just art objects; they were tools in a larger project of social engineering. By understanding the materials, processes, and context of its creation, we can see how even a seemingly simple print like this speaks volumes about the complex relationship between art, labor, and political power.