Canvas Print : WWI Poster, Wanted Men Munitions Money
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WWI Poster, Wanted Men Munitions Money
WWI Parliamentary War Savings Committee Poster, design by Bert Thomas, Wanted Men Munitions Money. If you can neither enlist nor make munitions, buy the new 4 1/2% War Loan! Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14168878
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Bert Coins Committee Enlist Finance Funding Invest Investment Loan Money Moneybag Munitions Parliamentary Savings Wanted
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring an iconic piece of WWI history - "Wanted Men Munitions Money" by Bert Thomas. This powerful poster, originally created for the Parliamentary War Savings Committee in 1916, calls for the support of those unable to enlist or produce munitions by investing in the new 4 1/2% War Loan. The vivid colors and intricate details of this image come to life when printed on high-quality canvas, making it a captivating addition to your home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your space with the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, expertly crafted to preserve the essence and beauty of this iconic WWI poster.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative WWI poster, titled "Wanted Men: Munitions Money," was designed by renowned British artist Bert Thomas for the Parliamentary War Savings Committee in circa 1916. The poster reflects the intense urgency and patriotic spirit during the First World War, as the Allied powers faced significant financial challenges in funding their war efforts. The central image of the poster features a large, ominous shadow of a man's head, with the caption "Wanted Men" written above it. Below the shadow, three wanted posters are displayed, each bearing the faces of men labeled as "Munition Workers Wanted," "Money Lenders Wanted," and "Investors Wanted." The implication is clear: those who cannot enlist in the military or contribute to the war effort by working in munitions factories can still make a difference by investing in the war effort through the purchase of the new 4 1/2% War Loan. The lower portion of the poster shows a bag of coins being poured into a moneybag, symbolizing the financial contributions being made by the public. The caption "If you can neither enlist nor make munitions, buy the new 4 1/2% War Loan!" reinforces the message that everyone had a role to play in the war effort, regardless of their abilities or circumstances. This powerful poster is a testament to the innovative ways in which governments and communities mobilized resources during wartime. It also highlights the importance of public participation and investment in war efforts, which remains a relevant concept even in today's global conflicts. The poster's striking design and impactful message continue to resonate with audiences, making it a significant historical artifact from the First World War era.
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