Cultural Revolution Woodcut Mao Poster

This early 20th century cultural revolution poster is a woodcut, an ancient form that was given new life by young artists trying to create a new style that derived neither from the West or elitist Chinese art. It is an authentic piece of history depicting Mao Ze Dong, Chinese national flags, and armies of comrades. During this period of time in China, propaganda art was one of the most important ways of spreading communist party ideology. It has been thoughtfully framed under plexiglass.