“Look, Vistula is Near Poster” is an artwork created by Kazimir Malevich in 1914. The artwork belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is categorized as a poster.
The artwork vividly captures a stark and almost caricatured figure dominating the composition. This central character, dressed in a bright red coat and brown pants, towers over a backdrop of rolling hills and smaller, secondary figures. The figure’s imposing presence and exaggerated features, such as a potbelly and a severe facial expression, evoke a sense of imminent confrontation or warning. The vibrant colors, thick outlines, and simplified forms are characteristic of Naïve Art, contributing to the piece’s bold and direct visual impact. The setting includes a mix of blue-clad figures and a landscape with greenery and a sky filled with stylized clouds, enhancing the surreal quality of the scene.