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Half sheet vintage
World War II home front poster titled "War Savings Are Warships," published in the United Kingdom around 1942.
The poster was created by the notable marine artist Norman Wilkinson to encourage the British public to buy war savings bonds to fund the construction of naval vessels.
Key Details
Artist: Norman Wilkinson (1882–1971), a figure painter and marine artist.
Subject: A dramatic depiction of four British battleships at sea, flying signal flags and White Ensigns, with dark smoke pouring from their funnels.
Purpose: Issued by the National War Savings Committee to promote war savings as a direct contribution to the Royal Navy's strength.
Dimensions: Original prints typically measure approximately 75 cm by 50 cm (29.5 in x 19.7 in).
Today, the original poster is held in historical collections like the Imperial War Museums and is also available as modern reproductions in various formats, including framed prints and even coffee mugs. |
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