We Only Feel The Chains When We Start To Move

We Only Feel The Chains When We Start To Move

Martin Walker

1976

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This poster shows three people walking in a line, connected by blue chains. The background is bright green, and the figures are dark brown with simple shapes. One person is wearing a hat, and all three have their arms out, like they’re marching. The bold text at the top reads: *"WE ONLY FEEL THE CHAINS WHEN WE START TO MOVE."* The chains wrap around their arms and legs, making it look like they’re tied together but also free to move forward. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this poster in person.

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