HOPPS, Harry R. (1869 – 1937). Destroy this Mad Brute / Enlist. 1917. Predating King Kong by more than a decade, depicting a bloodied German brute wearing a helmet reading “militarism”. The brute steps onto an American shore holding a half-naked Lady Liberty captive. A brutal and visceral call to action for American men. Framed. With contemporary printed recruiting text slips. Actual 41 x 27”. Not examined outside frame. Creases and small tears at edges; slight toning and discoloration in border. B+.