Experienced workers do not deride the young workers 1930

Created in 1930 by artists I. Yang and A. Chernomordik, this poster carries the slogan “Experienced workers, do not deride the young workers – teach and uplift them.” It shows a young laborer struggling with a machine while three older workers mock him from above. The composition contrasts the frustration of the beginner with the arrogance of the experienced men, warning against ridicule and promoting solidarity in the workplace. The angular lines, sharp shadows, and bold colors reflect the constructivist style of early Soviet industrial art. The message emphasizes the importance of mentorship, collective responsibility, and unity among workers for the advancement of socialist production.