Cyrillic Alphabet Collection

Workers of the world, unite!, 1931 (gouache on paper)
FIA5402942 Workers of the world, unite!, 1931 (gouache on paper) by Moor, Dmitry (Dmitry Stakhievich Orlov) (1883-1946); 103x146 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Poster for the film "Danger ahead", 1927 (lithograph)
FIA5402886 Poster for the film " Danger ahead", 1927 (lithograph) by Stenberg, Georgii Avgustovich (1900-1933); Russian State Library, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images

Affiche de film "La mere"de Vsevolod Poudovkine d apres le roman de Maxime Gorki
FIA5402828 Affiche de film " La mere" de Vsevolod Poudovkine d apres le roman de Maxime Gorki, 1926 Illustration de Grigori Borisov (Movie poster Mother after M Gorky par Borisov)

Affiche publicitaire pour la compagnie aerienne sovietique "Aviakhim"
FIA5402853 Affiche publicitaire pour la compagnie aerienne sovietique " Aviakhim" (If you have bought a lottery ticket of Aviakhim)

What expectant mothers should know about pregnancy and birth par Anonymous
FIA5403171 What expectant mothers should know about pregnancy and birth par Anonymous, 1925 - Colour lithograph, 51, 2x66

Fifth Anniversary of the Russian Revolution, 1922 (colour litho)
2960042 Fifth Anniversary of the Russian Revolution, 1922 (colour litho) by Simakov, Ivan (1877-1925); (add.info.: Poster of the USSR by Ivan Simakov)

Movie poster The Battleship Potemkin par Anonymous, 1925 (lithograph)
FIA5403404 Movie poster The Battleship Potemkin par Anonymous, 1925 (lithograph) by Anonymous; 107x72 cm; Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images; out of copyright

Cover design for the journal "Muzykalnaya nov"
FIA5405429 Cover design for the journal " Muzykalnaya nov" (New Musicianship) par Popova, Lyubov Sergeyevna (1889-1924)

Poster of the french movie "L enfant des halles"
FIA5403409 Poster of the french movie " L enfant des halles" by Rene Leprince (Movie poster), c.1927 (lithograph)

Legende: Roland Garros (1888-1918) se tue en abattant un Zeppelin - Roland Garros
FIA5403450 Legende: Roland Garros (1888-1918) se tue en abattant un Zeppelin - Roland Garros attacking a Zeppelin par Anonymous, 1918 - Chromolithography, 41

Bataille de la Vistule - The Battle of the Vistula River par Anonymous
FIA5403395 Bataille de la Vistule - The Battle of the Vistula River par Anonymous, 1914 - Chromolithography, 55x81, 5 - Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images;

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The Cyrillic alphabet, known for its distinctive and ornate script, has played a significant role in shaping the history and culture of various nations. From political posters to movie advertisements, this alphabet has been used to convey powerful messages and capture the essence of different eras. In 1928, a striking Soviet political poster titled "Down with World Fascism" showcased the strength and determination of the people against oppressive ideologies. The bold Cyrillic letters boldly proclaimed resistance and unity. Three years later, another artwork emerged - "Workers of the world, unite. " A gouache on paper masterpiece from 1931 depicted the solidarity among workers worldwide. The Cyrillic characters seemed to dance across the page as they symbolized hope for a brighter future. Moving into cinema territory, a lithograph advertising the film "Danger Ahead" caught viewers' attention in 1927. With its captivating visuals and intricate lettering in Cyrillic script, it invited audiences into an exhilarating cinematic experience. Similarly captivating was Grigori Borisov's illustration for Vsevolod Poudovkine's film adaptation of Maxime Gorki's novel "Mother. " This movie poster from 1926 beautifully combined elements of Russian literature with stunning Cyrillic typography that drew viewers into an emotional journey. Not limited to politics or entertainment alone, even aviation companies utilized this elegant alphabet. An advertisement for Soviet airline company "Aviakhim" boasted about their lottery tickets that could grant winners trips around the world. Grigory Abramovich Roze's colorful lithograph captured both excitement and wanderlust through carefully crafted Cyrillic text. Beyond propaganda or commercial purposes, knowledge sharing also found expression through this script. Anonymous authors created informative publications like "What Expectant Mothers Should Know About Pregnancy and Birth, " which provided essential guidance using clear yet graceful Cyrillic writing. Celebrating historical events was another area where this alphabet thrived. In 1922, a vibrant color lithograph commemorated the fifth anniversary of the Russian Revolution.