As an official Soviet artist, his work was well received and widely exhibited. His works were aimed at exemplifying the work ethic of the Soviet people; they were displayed in many homes and federal buildings. He is also known for his paintings of prominent public officials.
However, his controversial Black Ravens painting, which depicts Stalin's secret police (NKVD) that came at night to disappear people, was regarded as a piece that transcended the values of Socialist Realism. It is still unknown how this work passed censorship.
'Black Ravens' were the cars used by the NKVD (KGB) to arrest civilians, often in the wee hours of the morning. They were notorious in creating an atmosphere of fear and distrust so prevalent in the 1930s and 1940s. Note the prison in the background.
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