• Original World War I American Poster - Save Gasoline It's a War Necessity c1917
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Save Gasoline

Save Gasoline

ID# 13792
Ray Greenleaf
C1917
18.25" x 26.5"
(46cm x 67cm)
¥48,400 JPY
¥48,400 JPY
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Everything old is new again with the prudent message in this WWI poster for gasoline conservation. The bottom text reads, "keep this poster displayed where gas users can not fail to see it", underscoring the importance of gasoline in American life then and through today. While we aren't sure how gasoline was ever used "for washing", many of the advice in this poster is timely. The charming design of the border of this poster harkens to the Arts and Crafts Movement; note the cheeky drips of oil used to frame the bottom edge.

Ray Greenleaf (1877-1950) was an American illustrator who trained at the famed Art Student's League in New York City. He created many WWI posters for the U.S. Government, and also designed camouflage.

This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster was printed on thick cardstock, and it is in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.

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