{"product_id":"four-arithmetic-actions-el-lissitzky","title":"Four (arithmetic) actions - El Lissitzky","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic example of Constructivist graphic design by El Lissitzky, featuring a bold, geometric arrangement of typography and mathematical symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Lissitzky, a central figure in the Russian avant-garde, produced this work as part of his graphic design output during the late 1920s. The composition demonstrates his interest in the synthesis of typography, geometry, and political messaging. By utilising a restricted palette of red and black, Lissitzky creates a visual system where numbers and letters function as structural elements rather than mere linguistic symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the Constructivist ambition to merge art with social utility. Lissitzky employs a modular approach, arranging geometric forms to suggest human figures and mathematical operations. This method aligns with his broader experiments in photomontage and exhibition design, where he sought to create a universal visual language. The inclusion of Cyrillic text and the abbreviation for the Soviet Union (CCCP) anchors the piece within its specific historical context, yet the formal rigour of the design remains the primary focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the print is characterised by its clean lines and flat application of colour. The arrangement of the red arcs and black bars creates a sense of kinetic energy, typical of Lissitzky's work during this period. The figures, constructed from simple geometric shapes, interact with the mathematical symbols to form a cohesive, albeit abstract, narrative. This piece is an example of how the artist applied the principles of Suprematism to the practical demands of propaganda and information design, treating the page as a space for architectural construction rather than traditional illustration. The balance between the negative space and the bold, graphic elements ensures that the composition remains legible and direct, avoiding unnecessary ornamentation in favour of functional clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/propaganda-of-electrification-gustavs-klucis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePropaganda of Electrification - Gustavs Klucis — Gustavs Klucis\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"El Lissitzky","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860689129807,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860949766479,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860949799247,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860949832015,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860949864783,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Four-arithmetic-actions_Poster_CompositorV1_1790135771447.jpg?v=1790139235","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/four-arithmetic-actions-el-lissitzky","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}