Lot 875
Vintage WWI Poster Enlist In The Navy. Vintage original WWI poster printed by the U.S. Navy, 28" x 34", with illustration by Dutch artist, Louis Raemaekers here mocking the Kaiser. Uncle Sam, dressed as a doughboy, is lifting the cross of subjugation off an innocent, with the words slavery and barbarism clearly evident. Driving the point further, a rallying quote by Theodore Roosevelt printed below illustration for " Americans! Stand by Uncle Sam For liberty against tyranny." Poster originally rolled but given its age had chipping, paper loss and tears throughout the white borders, including one tear extending into the image. Expert restoration and linen backing has minimized greatly these issues only evident at close distance. Colors remain strong and overall a compelling piece of WWI propaganda.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $246 |
