The drummers of factories and state farms, join the ranks of the CPSU * Soviet Posters (1917-1941)

The composition presents a dynamic and overtly celebratory scene, structured around a central figure who dominates the visual field. He is depicted with a broad smile and raised arm, gesturing towards the viewer and seemingly inviting participation in a collective endeavor. The upward thrust of his arm creates a strong diagonal line that bisects the image, directing the eye toward the bold Cyrillic text positioned above him. This text serves as the central message: an exhortation for workers from factories and state farms to join the ranks of the Communist Party.
Below this central figure, a multitude of individuals are arranged in tiers, appearing to surge forward with similar enthusiasm. They are rendered in a somewhat stylized manner, their faces conveying determination and shared purpose. The artist employed a limited palette dominated by reds, blacks, and whites, intensifying the sense of urgency and ideological fervor. Red is particularly prominent, symbolizing revolution and the Communist ideal.
A newspaper, bearing the title Pravda (Truth), is prominently displayed in the lower right corner, further reinforcing the message’s connection to official party publications and propaganda. The inclusion of this newspaper suggests a direct link between the call to action and the established narrative disseminated by the state.
The background features an industrial landscape – suggesting factories – and agricultural fields – representing collective farms – blurring together in a somewhat idealized depiction of Soviet progress. This backdrop reinforces the idea that the party’s influence extends across all sectors of society, uniting industry and agriculture under a single banner. The overall effect is one of orchestrated unity and enthusiastic endorsement of Communist Party membership, designed to inspire participation and solidify ideological alignment within the population. The work functions as more than just an invitation; it presents joining the CPSU as a natural progression for dedicated workers, a culmination of their efforts in building the new Soviet society.