Chinese Propaganda Posters. 45th Ed.

Featuring a radiant, smooth, and rosy complexion, Mao Zedong was a prominent figure in Chinese propaganda posters from the establishment of the People's Republic in 1949 until the early '80s. These posters often depicted Chairman Mao as a stoic superhero—titles like the Great Teacher, the Great Leader, the Great Helmsman, and the Supreme Commander were commonly associated with him. In various depictions, he was shown in diverse scenarios, such as inspecting factories, sharing a cigarette with peasant workers, standing in a bathrobe by the Yangtze River, presiding over the bow of a ship, or hovering over a sea of red flags. These images were populated with strong, healthy, timeless men, and women and children wearing baggy, unisex clothing. The purpose of these posters was to convey a sense of moral righteousness and to portray a glorious future for Communist China, one that could be achieved if the people united and followed a common path. This book compiles a vibrant collection of propaganda artworks and cultural items from that era, highlighting posters that have now become exceedingly rare.