World War I Poster, "U.S.A. Bonds, Third Liberty Loan Campaign, Boy Scouts of America," 1917
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Commercial artist J.C. Leyendecker (1874-1951) was known for advertising and magazine illustrations that told a complete, compelling story through a single image. During both World War I and II, the U.S. government called on Leyendecker to create posters in support of the war effort. This one promoted war bonds sold by the Boy Scouts of America in 1918.
Commercial artist J.C. Leyendecker (1874-1951) was known for advertising and magazine illustrations that told a complete, compelling story through a single image. During both World War I and II, the U.S. government called on Leyendecker to create posters in support of the war effort. This one promoted war bonds sold by the Boy Scouts of America in 1918.
Artifact
Poster
Date Made
1917
Subject Date
1917
Creators
Leyendecker, J. C. (Joseph Christian), 1874-1951
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Artwork by J.C. Leyendecker and printed by the American Lithographic Company, New York, New York.
Keywords
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
91.0.93.94
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 30 in
Width: 20 in
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