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Canvas Print : Showing Off, New York, 1937. Creator: Unknown
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Showing Off, New York, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Showing Off, New York, 1937. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and to bring theater to thousands in the United States who had never before seen live theatrical performances
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Administration Works Progress Cream Cream Colour English Text Federal Theatre Project Lower Case New Deal New York United States Of America Publicity Showing Off Theatre Des Varietes Theatrical Typeface Variety Theatre Verse Western Script Work Projects Administration Works Progress Administration Playhouse
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the vibrant energy of the past to your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Showing Off," New York, 1937. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases a lively performance during the Federal Theatre Project, a New Deal program initiated in 1935 to preserve and develop theater skills. The unknown creator's masterpiece is now available as a stunning canvas print, adding a touch of history and artistry to any room. Experience the rich heritage of the performing arts with every glance.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Showing Off, New York, 1937: A Vintage Poster from the Federal Theatre Project This vintage poster, titled "Showing Off," hails from the Federal Theatre Project, an initiative established by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935. The Federal Theatre Project was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and to bring theater to thousands in the United States who had never before seen live theatrical performances. The poster, which dates back to the 1930s, showcases a bold and colorful design, with the title "Showing Off" written in an eye-catching brown, cream, and western script typeface. The background features a brown and cream color palette, giving the poster a warm and inviting feel. The lettering is set against a simple, textured background, allowing the text to take center stage. The poster promotes a theatrical production, likely a play or variety show, with the tagline "A Playhouse Production at Theatre des Varietes." The political and cultural significance of this poster lies in its connection to the New Deal, a series of programs and projects implemented in response to the Great Depression. The Federal Theatre Project was just one of many initiatives aimed at providing employment and promoting cultural enrichment during this challenging time in American history. This poster serves as a reminder of the power of art and entertainment to bring people together and uplift communities, even in the face of adversity. Its vintage charm and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection of American heritage art or 20th-century poster design.
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