Electricity for Everyone Painting

This striking oil painting critically examines Joseph Stalin and the early Soviet Union's quest for progress following the 1917 Revolution. The artwork reflects on the regime's grand promises, such as widespread electrification, aimed at advancing the nation toward communism. However, this progress came with a significant human cost. The painting employs unsettling imagery to underscore this disparity. Stalin’s genitalia are depicted as a lamp bulb, while his victorious hand gesture embodies both triumph and menace. This powerful portrayal invites viewers to confront the harsh realities behind the heavy price of political ambition.