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Victory (Reproduction)

Shigeo Fukuda

Artwork Details

Victory (Reproduction)
1976
Shigeo Fukuda
screenprint on paper
40 ½ in x 28 ¾ in (102.87 cm x 73.02 cm)
Gift of the DNP Foundation for Cultural Promotion
2017/2.86

Description

Subject Matter:

Shigeo Fukuda was known for his anti-war views, which are alluded to through this poster's depiction of a cannonball, or bullet, re-entering its barrel. The bolded "Victory" text emphasizes the irony and self-destruction that often follows conflict and war. 

Physical Description:

A black gun barrel with a bullet facing the barrel and "VICTORY" in white text in the upper left corner. 

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