Canvas Print : WW2 poster, We re working for our lives
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WW2 poster, We re working for our lives
WW2 poster, We re not only working for our living, we re working for our lives. Design by Victor Hicks. Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14146165
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, featuring an inspiring piece of history: "We're not only working for our living, we're working for our lives," a powerful WW2 poster design by Victor Hicks. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time, reminding us of the resilience and determination of the past. Our high-quality canvas prints bring this iconic artwork into your home or office, creating a unique and thought-provoking statement piece. Experience the history and emotion of this WW2 poster like never before.
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.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
We're Not Only Working for Our Living, We're Working for Our Lives
EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Stirring Call to Action from the Home Front during World War II This evocative and powerful WWII poster, titled "We're Not Only Working for Our Living, We're Working for Our Lives," is a poignant reminder of the collective spirit and unwavering determination that defined the home front during the Second World War. Designed by the renowned graphic artist Victor Hicks in the 1940s, this poster was a clarion call to action for the British people, urging them to contribute their efforts to the war effort with unyielding resolve. The image features a determined and focused worker, clad in a blue overalls and a red scarf, gazing intently at an aircraft taking off in the background. The plane, emblazoned with the Union Jack, represents the RAF's valiant airmen defending the skies against the Axis powers. The worker's expression conveys a sense of purpose and duty, as if to say that every mundane task, every hour worked, was not just for personal gain but for the very survival of their lives and the lives of their loved ones. The flames and smoke billowing from the aircraft's exhaust add a sense of urgency and danger, while the machine gun nestled in the foreground serves as a grim reminder of the very real threats facing the Allied forces. The overall design is both visually striking and emotionally resonant, encapsulating the spirit of sacrifice, resilience, and unity that characterized the WWII home front. As we reflect on the historical significance of this poster, we are reminded of the indomitable human spirit that emerged in the face of adversity, and the collective sacrifices that ultimately led to the Allied victory in World War II. This powerful image serves as a testament to the enduring impact of art and design on our collective memory and serves as a reminder of the power of unity and determination in the face of adversity.
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