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1938 Original Soviet Maritime Poster “Le Port - Joseph Staline”

1938

$2,470.88
£1,829.56
€2,520VAT Included
CA$3,441.59
A$3,501.37
CHF 2,006.64
MX$42,158.67
NOK 23,453.86
SEK 23,556.79
DKK 16,013.37

About the Item

Created in 1938, this original Soviet poster titled “Le Port” depicts a bustling maritime scene centered around the vessel “Joseph Staline”, reflecting the importance of shipping, industrial development, and international trade within the Soviet Union during the late 1930s. Combining elements of Socialist Realism with a calm and optimistic vision of modern life, the poster celebrates the growth of Soviet maritime infrastructure and the nation’s ambitions as an industrial power. The composition is dominated by the ship bearing the name Joseph Stalin, entering or departing a busy harbor decorated with maritime signal flags. In the foreground, families, workers, and children gather along the waterfront, while a small rowing boat drifts nearby. Behind them rise cranes, warehouses, steamships, and industrial installations, creating a panorama of economic activity and technological progress. The scene conveys both the practical importance of the port and its role as a symbol of national achievement. During the 1930s, Soviet ports represented gateways connecting the USSR to distant regions and international markets. Large-scale investments in shipbuilding, transportation networks, and maritime facilities formed an integral part of Stalin’s industrialization policies. Posters such as this were designed to illustrate these achievements while emphasizing the benefits that modernization supposedly brought to ordinary citizens. Unlike many overtly political propaganda posters of the era, “Le Port” adopts a more narrative and human approach. The presence of families, children, and everyday observers softens the industrial setting and presents maritime progress as something that belongs to the entire population. The ship itself becomes both a practical vessel and a symbolic embodiment of Soviet power and ambition. The artist employs a refined palette of muted blues, greys, and warm earth tones, creating an atmosphere that is both realistic and idealized. The careful rendering of water reflections, harbor machinery, and human figures demonstrates the influence of Socialist Realist aesthetics, which sought to combine accessibility, technical skill, and optimistic messaging. Today, original Soviet posters devoted to transportation and maritime themes are increasingly appreciated by collectors and historians. They provide valuable insight into the visual culture of the Stalin era while documenting the central role of industry, commerce, and infrastructure in Soviet propaganda. This example is particularly notable for its elegant harbor scene, its depiction of the vessel Joseph Stalin, and its evocative portrayal of Soviet maritime life on the eve of the Second World War. Original Poster Navy - USSR - Russia - Azerbaijan
  • Creation Year:
    1938
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.45 in (57 cm)Width: 32.68 in (83 cm)
  • Medium:
    Paper,Lithograph,Linen
  • Period:
    1930-1939
  • Condition:
    Good condition, creases visible, on linen.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792218221312

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