“Monument to the Third International” is an artwork by Vladimir Tatlin, created between 1919 and 1920. This lithography piece belongs to the Constructivism art movement and is classified within the genre of design. The artwork is currently in a private collection.
The artwork presents a detailed lithographic depiction of Tatlin’s visionary architectural project, also known as Tatlin’s Tower. The design features a dynamic and spiraled structure characterized by its geometric and industrial aesthetics, embodying the radical and avant-garde principles of Constructivism. The prominent text, presumably in Russian, overlays the structured image, underscoring the political and ideological context of the project. The tower’s form conveys a sense of movement and modernity, reflective of the revolutionary aspirations of the era in which it was conceived. The use of bold lines and clear forms in the lithography exemplifies the Constructivist ethos, merging both artistic innovation and functional design.
