The artwork titled “Do not read, grab bars, paper, pieces of wood, fold, paint, build” was created by El Lissitzky in 1920 in Moscow, Russian Federation. It belongs to the Constructivism art movement and is a part of the illustration genre. This piece is from the series “Suprematic tale about two squares.”
The artwork features a minimalist design typical of Constructivism, with a clear emphasis on geometric elements and utilitarian instructions rendered in black text against a beige background. The central composition is dominated by a sharp, angular line that divides the space diagonally, accompanied by directives in Russian such as “берите” (take) and “бумажки” (paper). This structure appears to provide instructions for an activity involving paper, bars, and pieces of wood. The overall presentation reflects the aesthetic principles of Constructivism, focusing on practical engagement and the merging of art with everyday tasks.
