Lydia Naumova

Lydia Naumova is known exclusively for her graphic output active in 1928. Her documented body of work consists of twelve items represented in museum collections, specifically 8 prints and 4 designs, focusing on themes related to international labor organizations and political history.

Naumova’s most significant contribution is the series History of the International Trade Union Movement (Istoriia mizhnarodnoho profruhu). This suite of posters served as visual didactic tools addressing global political developments. Documented titles from this series include The International Trade Union Movement Before the War (Poster no. 1), The International Trade Union Movement During the War (Poster no. 2), The Amsterdam International (documented as Poster no. 5 and no. 6), and The Pan-Pacific Secretariat (Poster no. 7).

These Lydia Naumova prints demonstrate the graphic vocabulary used in mass communication during the late 1920s, employing stark compositions and clear informational layouts. Examples of her work are preserved in major American institutions, most notably the Museum of Modern Art. Because of their historical and graphic significance, these rare documents are often reproduced, allowing researchers access to high-quality prints for study.