Beat the Whites with the Red Wedge! - El Lissitzky

"Beat the Whites with the Red Wedge!", created by El Lissitzky between 1919 and 1920, is an iconic work of Russian constructivism. This artistic movement, born from the Russian Revolution, sought to use art as a tool for social and political transformation.

The work represents a red triangle, symbol of the Bolsheviks, penetrating a white circle, which symbolizes the anti-revolutionary Whites. Lissitzky employed simple geometric forms and primary colors to convey clear and direct ideological messages, aligning with the principles of constructivism that prioritized functionality and simplicity. This style influenced later movements such as modern graphic design and Bauhaus architecture, highlighting the importance of art in visual and political communication.