Exhibition of the works by 36 artists 1901

Created by Mikhail Vrubel in 1901, this poster advertises the Exhibition of Works by 36 Artists held in St. Petersburg. Designed entirely in stylized Cyrillic typography, it reflects the revival of ancient Russian manuscript art and the search for a national artistic identity at the turn of the century. The bold use of red and black lettering emphasizes harmony and rhythm rather than illustration, demonstrating Vrubel’s mastery of form and composition. The poster stands as one of the earliest examples of Russian graphic design where text itself becomes an expressive artistic element.