{"product_id":"soviet-educational-poster-where-what-how-why","title":"Soviet Educational Poster \"Where, What, How and Why!\" – Children's Books","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet educational poster, titled \"Where, What, How and Why!\", was used as an advertising and educational aid for popular Soviet children's encyclopedias and educational books, such as \"Astronomy in Pictures\" and \"What Is What and Who Is Who.\" Its charming mid-century illustrations include Ivan Fedorov, the first Russian printer, a telescope, Alexander Suvorov, natural phenomena, wildlife and instruments. It is a colorful example of Soviet design for young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage poster \/ book advertisement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Where, What, How and Why!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Children's education, science, history, books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 53 x 41 cm (approx. 21 x 16 in); see photos with the measuring tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in vintage condition and sold as-is. There are some tears and wear along the top edge, which is uneven with minor damage to the paper. The central portion of the poster, including the main text and illustrations, remains bright, colorful and in good condition. The reverse has subtle pencil sketches and writing from use. Please examine all high-resolution photos carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoviet publishers produced posters like this to bring their children's and popular science books to schools and libraries, and the artwork often reads as a small illustrated encyclopedia in its own right. The mix of science, history and nature themes reflects the Soviet emphasis on curiosity and self-education for children. Framed, it makes a bright piece of home decor, a gift for book lovers, or a welcome addition to a collection of Soviet-related paper items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678840389781,"sku":"EBAY-406932053353","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-educational-poster-where-what-how-why-1.jpg?v=1791647406","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-educational-poster-where-what-how-why","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}