Arthur Szyk Lithograph Print for Soviet Stamp Album  This captivating lithograph artwork by Arthur Szyk celebrates the heritage and identity of the Soviet Union. At its center, a bold red star bearing the acronym "USSR" dominates the scene, with an image of four individuals engaged in various types of work below, representing facets of Soviet life. Portraits of Lenin and Stalin add historical depth, while industrial and agricultural scenes enrich the narrative. Intricate borders feature iconic Soviet symbols like the hammer and sickle, alongside agricultural motifs and a globe. Four smaller frames contain portraits of Lenin and Stalin. The ornamental red border includes symbols such as the hammer and sickle, a globe with a sailing ship, and agricultural scenes, reflecting the period's Soviet iconography.The background showcases ornate, colorful patterns and additional red stars, contributing to the overall alignment with Socialist visual motifs.The bottom right corner bears the inscription "Arthur Szyk, New Canaan, 1947," indicating the artist's location and year of creation.Printed on the back is "Title page for The Union Of Soviet Socialist Republics," along with details of its creation: Artist - Arthur Szyk, New York; Published by K. Bileski, Station B, Winnipeg, Canada; Printed in the U.S.A. by Herman Jaffe, Printer, New York, U.S.A.; Copyright 1947. This artwork, from the collection of David Remez, the Minister of Transportation at the time, was commissioned by Canadian entrepreneur and stamp connoisseur, Kasimir Bileski, for stamp album frontispieces.

 Dimensions: Page Size:28.5cm x 21cm I Image Size: 17cm x 20cm.