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Poster Print : WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. Deposit Your Gold for France. Gold Fights for Victory. Poster depicting a large gold coin with a Gallic rooster on it crushing a German soldier. Lithograph poster by Abel Faivre, 1915, encouraging French citizens to trade their gold for paper money, as gold was needed to pay for foreign imports
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WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. Deposit Your Gold for France. Gold Fights for Victory. Poster depicting a large gold coin with a Gallic rooster on it crushing a German soldier. Lithograph poster by Abel Faivre, 1915, encouraging French citizens to trade their gold for paper money, as gold was needed to pay for foreign imports
WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER.
Deposit Your Gold for France. Gold Fights for Victory. Poster depicting a large gold coin with a Gallic rooster on it crushing a German soldier. Lithograph poster by Abel Faivre, 1915, encouraging French citizens to trade their gold for paper money, as gold was needed to pay for foreign imports
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Media ID 6241631
1915 Abel Artcom Coin Crush Economic Economics Economy Finance Financial Gallic Gold Poster Propaganda Rifle Rooster World War Faivre Troop
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER from the Media Storehouse range. This authentic lithograph, created by Abel Faivre in 1915, showcases a powerful image of a gold coin with a Gallic rooster emblematically crushing a German soldier. A poignant reminder of the French citizens' call to deposit their gold for the war effort, "Gold Fights for Victory," this collectible poster is an essential addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection. With its vivid colors and intricate detail, this 1915 piece will transport you back to the early 20th century and the spirit of resilience and determination during a pivotal moment in history.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.5cm x 61.5cm (15.9" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 powerful lithograph poster by Abel Faivre, created in 1915 during World War I, captures the essence of French patriotism and economic sacrifice. The image features a large gold coin adorned with a Gallic rooster, symbolizing France's strength and resilience. In a dramatic display of symbolism, the coin is shown crushing a German soldier beneath it. The message conveyed through this artwork is clear: "Deposit Your Gold for France. Gold Fights for Victory". With the war raging on, France needed financial resources to pay for essential imports from other countries. By encouraging citizens to trade their gold for paper money, the government aimed to bolster its economy and support the war effort. Faivre's skillful use of color and composition draws attention to both the majestic golden coin and the defeated German soldier lying beneath it. The uniformed soldier clutching his rifle represents Germany's aggression while highlighting France's triumph over its enemy. This poster serves as an example of wartime propaganda that effectively mobilized public sentiment towards supporting their country financially. It reflects not only historical significance but also artistic excellence in conveying complex ideas through visual imagery.
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