Bidspirit auction | 1939 SOVIET PROPAGANDA PHOTO BOOK

1939 SOVIET PROPAGANDA PHOTO BOOK BY ALEXANDER RODCHENKO - ”A Pageant of Youth”, from a series of books published for the 1939 World's Fair in New York. Published by the State Art Publishers, Moscow, 1939. Hardcover with a relief medallion on the front. Design by Alexander Rodchenko and Varvara Stepanova. Photographs by Alexander Rodchenko and others. Alexander Rodchenko (1891–1956) was a Russian Constructivist artist, pioneer of Soviet Avantgarde photography. His wife Varvara Stepanova (1984–1958) was an Avantgarde artist who worked in propaganda, poetry, stage scenery and textile designs. Keywords: Soviet Books, Communist Propaganda, Photography, Albums, Antiquarian, Librarian, Collectibles. Dimensions 10 1/4 x 7 7/8 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and age. Has some stains and tears. Refer to photos. Sold as is.