Cold War Posters

Published in the wake of World War II and entering the early Cold War era, this poster served as part of a domestic campaign against industrial waste, distributed by the U.S.

Original Poster Cold War - USSR - Propaganda - Vietnam - Russia - Napalm

Original Poster Cold War - Propaganda - USSR - Russia Image showing a worker fighting the American Grim Reaper

The aircraft appear sleek and dynamic, symbolizing speed, precision, and technological advancement during the late Cold War period. Unlike earlier Soviet posters that emphasized str...

This example is particularly notable for its association with Raúl Martínez, its vibrant representation of Cuban revolutionary identity, and its connection to one of the most influen...

This 1968 Soviet poster reflects the intense geopolitical tensions of the Cold War, focusing on the conflict in Vietnam and presenting a strongly critical view of United States invol...

This powerful 1962 Soviet poster by V. Volikov is a striking example of Cold War-era anti-colonial propaganda, expressing strong support for African independence movements.

This framing reflects the core principles of Soviet propaganda, where military power was inseparable from political identity and collective purpose. Created during the Cold War, the...

During the Cold War, Soviet propaganda posters played a central role in shaping public opinion, both domestically and internationally.

Original 1968 Cold War Superman Style Poster by Roman Cieslewicz USSR / CCCP USA.

The bold red title at the bottom reinforces the sense of urgency and finality—this is not merely conflict, but a decisive moment of reckoning. Created during the Cold War, the poste...

Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, the poster reflects the importance of airspace control in an era defined by rapid advances in aviation and missile technology.

This 1979 Soviet propaganda poster by the renowned collective Kukryniksy—formed by Mikhail Kupriyanov, Porfiri Krylov, and Nikolai Sokolov—offers a vivid example of late Cold War pol...

Produced during the Cold War period, this poster aimed to showcase the prowess of Soviet winter sports and recreational activities, particularly skiing.

Original Poster Caricature - USSR - Cold War

It appeals to collectors of political posters, Cold War and reconstruction memorabilia, twentieth-century propaganda, and modernist design, while serving as a lasting reminder of one...

Produced during the late Cold War, the poster reflects a period when airspace defense and early-warning systems were of paramount importance.

Produced during a period of intense technological rivalry in the Cold War, the poster celebrates the strength and sophistication of the Soviet air defense forces.

As a historical artifact, the 1966 poster by V. Pysarevsky offers a glimpse into the cultural and ideological priorities of the Soviet Union, making it a valuable piece for collector...

The 1952 propaganda poster "Les Deux Pigeons", issued by the French anti-communist organization Paix et Liberté, captures a pivotal moment of Cold War tension in France with wit and ...

Original Poster Cold War - USSR - Propaganda - Russia

The Aeroflot logo, with its characteristic hammer and sickle emblem inside a winged symbol, reinforces the airline’s state-controlled status and Soviet pride. This Cold War-era trav...

Original Poster Propaganda - Military - USSR - Russia - Navy - Cold War

The industrial setting grounds the piece in the reality of the Soviet Five-Year Plans, but the composition pushes into the heroic, the symbolic. Created during the Cold War's ideolo...

The historical context of this poster is crucial. In the 1970s, the space race was a major front in the Cold War, with both the United States and the Soviet Union vying for supremacy...

Produced during the height of the Cold War, the poster aligns with the USSR’s broader effort to present itself as a defender of oppressed peoples worldwide.

Designed during the height of the Cold War, the poster reflects the Paix et Liberté movement’s mission to combat the influence of communism in post-war France and across Europe.

Crafted during the peak of the Cold War, the poster celebrates the achievements of Soviet athletes and their continuous breaking of records in various sporting disciplines.

Today, this 1965 poster is a significant artifact for those interested in the history of the Vietnam War, Soviet propaganda, and Cold War-era art.

Whether viewed as a collectible or a window into Cold War-era tourism diplomacy, this poster remains a vivid reminder of how the United States promoted its cities as centers of innov...

Through Koretsky’s striking visual language, the image asserts that the desire for peace is resilient and unstoppable—rooted in the unity and strength of the people themselves. Orig...

The original 1951 poster by the French anti-communist group "Paix et Liberté" titled "Voter Communiste c'est voter pour l'occupation russe" (Voting Communist is Voting for Russian Oc...

Produced during the early 1980s, at the height of Cold War anxieties, the poster reflects the mood of global uncertainty surrounding nuclear policy, military escalation, and conserva...

Crafted during the height of the Cold War era, the poster serves as a visual invitation to the festival, which was a large-scale gathering of young people from around the world to ce...

Created in the aftermath of World War II and amidst the escalating tensions of the Cold War, Koretzky's poster encapsulates the sentiment of many who were disillusioned by the geopol...

Crafted during the height of the Cold War in 1971, the Soviet poster titled "Encore sur Mars!

The historical context of this poster is rooted in the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States during the Cold War.

The poster’s original image (drawn in 1952 and used for multiple Peace Congress gatherings) was later adapted in 1960 with the powerful slogan “PAIX DÉSARMEMENT” (Peace Disarmament),...

Botero’s armored archangel, softened by his rounded, gentle forms and a peaceful gesture, may represent the eternal, protective nature of art and music, especially in a time when cul...