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World War I was the first war in which the pictorial full color poster
played a major propaganda role. The era's greatest illustrators and fine
artists contributed their energies to produce hundreds of great and
classic posters. A surprising number of these posters have survived and
many are still found in attics and barns today. This book illustrates
over 450 World War I posters that were produced in the United States,
Canada, and Europe. Many great classics are featured, but numerous less
dramatic posters are also included which still have much historic
importance. The text discusses the history of World War I posters and
how they were designed and printed by color lithography. The book also
devotes considerable attention to issues relevant to collectors:
condition, conservation, display, and value. World War I posters are
increasing in recognition and value as new collectors discover the
beauty and power of these historic artifacts.
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