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Untitled, by Varvara Stepanova, Reklam-Konstruktor (Advertising Constructor) Agency Aleksandr Rodchenko, gouache, 1926

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Overview

Untitled is a 1926 gouache by Varvara Stepanova, Reklam-Konstruktor (Advertising Constructor) Agency Aleksandr Rodchenko, held at Museum of Modern Art.

When & what style?
1926
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This poster is split into bold colors—black, red, and blue—with sharp angles. Big red text asks questions in Russian, like *"Where can you find it?"* and *"Buy it cheap!"* In the center, a white lightbulb with a red "R" glows against a blue background. Arrows point toward the lightbulb, as if it’s the answer. The lightbulb might be a hint about what’s being sold, but the rest is left to guess. The text looks urgent, like an old ad trying to grab attention fast. Want to see more work like this? Check out The Museum of Modern Art.

About the artist

Artist

Varvara Stepanova, Reklam-Konstruktor (Advertising Constructor) Agency Aleksandr Rodchenko

Aleksandr Rodchenko, Varvara Stepanova, Reklam-Konstruktor Agency (1891–1956) was a Russian artist.

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