Unframed reproduction of 'To Work, to Build' – Alexander Deineka – 1933 – State Russian Museum Facsimile

A fine art reproduction of one of the most iconic images in Soviet graphic art — Alexander Deineka’s 1933 poster ‘To Work, to Build’, sourced from the institution-backed Palace Editions / State Russian Museum facsimile (2004). Printed on museum-quality matte paper, ready to frame to your own specification.

The image is commanding and timeless: a female discus thrower rendered in bold, clean lines against a stark ground — a defining image of Socialist Realism and Soviet Modernism at their peak. Paired with a motivational verse urging physical culture and collective discipline, it remains as visually arresting today as it was in 1933. At 102 × 73 cm, it is a definitive statement piece — particularly striking in a home gym, studio, or any interior that can hold something with this much presence.

Publication Details
Artist: Alexander Deineka (Аlexander Дейнека), 1899–1969
Original Year: 1933
Source Edition: Palace Editions / State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, 2004
Style: Socialist Realism / Soviet Modernism

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Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper. Add a wonderful accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment.

• Each print is derived from the Palace Editions / State Russian Museum facsimile (2004) — institution-backed, produced to archival standards
• Original size: 73.3 × 102.2 cm (28.8 × 40.2 in)
• Print size: 24 × 36 in (61 × 91 cm) — the closest standard size to the original
• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
• Paper weight: 189 g/m²
• Opacity: 94%
• ISO brightness: 104%
• Paper is sourced from Japan

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