One of the most famous and powerful World War I propaganda images. The flag-waving Ms. Liberty poster is unusual as it urged both recruitment and bond sales. The US had just entered the war when this poster appeared- the earliest examples used to motivate both troops and the American public.

Title: Fight or buy bonds--Third Liberty Loan. Lithograph. Created/published 1917. Forbes, Boston. Artist/illustrator: Howard Chandler Christy, American, 1873-1952. Wood frame, set in matting, under glass.

Frame: W30 x D3 x H39
Site: W20 x H29
Lower left: 3A.
Lower right: Forbes.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Photos part of condition and description. Age-appropriate wear. Mildly visible fold lines, wear on edges and slight color losses due to age and fading. Light wear on wood frame. Left in original state as found. Not examined out of frame. Imperfections consistent to original vintage condition.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Art Glass, Lithograph, Wood

Details:
Art Subjects: Figure, Other
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Photos part of condition and description. Age-appropriate wear. Mildly visible fold lines, wear on edges and slight color losses due to age and fading. Light wear on wood frame. Left in original state as found. Not examined out of frame. Imperfections consistent to original vintage condition.