WWI War Bonds: Artistic Patriotism and Support for the Frontlines
Explore a pivotal moment in history with Poster France’s collection of WWI War Bonds posters. During the First World War, artists—many of whom enlisted—played a key role in promoting patriotism through these powerful posters. Issued by various banks across France, the UK, and Italy, these war bonds became a symbol of public support for the troops.
Art at the Frontlines: Many artists contributed to raising funds and morale during the war.
Symbol of Support: War bonds were a financial lifeline for the war effort.
A Legacy of Artistry: This collection showcases a blend of fine and poster art, each poster a testament to unity and sacrifice.
Artist: Scott, Georges Printer: Devambez, Paris Size: 47 x 63 in / 120 x 160 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: Lithograph Year: 1917 Condition & Comments: Excellent A
Pour La Drapeau Pour La Victoire by Georges Scott 1917
Rare size Emprunt or War bonds poster as its Calle din the USA. For the Flag and for Victory as Marianne holds up the sword leading the marching troops. Airplanes fly in the sky. Emprunts were made mostly in a 31 x 47 inch size and its rare if ever to see a 47×63 inch size as paper was scarce so this was considered an important piece. Excellent on linen
Artist: Scott, Georges Printer: Devambez, Paris Size: 31 x 47 in / 80 x 120 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: Lithograph Year: 1917 Condition & Comments: Excellent A
Pour La Drapeau Pour La Victoire by Georges Scott 1917
Emprunt or War bonds poster as its Called in the USA. For the Flag and for Victory as Marianne holds up the sword leading the marching troops. Airplanes fly in the sky. Emprunts were made mostly in a 31 x 47 inch size. Excellent on linen
Artist: Cheret Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 12 x 16″ / 30.5 x 40.6 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1895-9 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
FETE DE CHARITE BY CHERET FOR LES MAITRES DE L’AFFICHE
Les Maitres de l’affiche were stone lithographs printed by the Chaix Imprimerie in paris between the years 1895 and 1899. The celebrated the masters of the posters of that period. Paris for 4 plates to arrive every month. The plate is in excellent condition.
Figaro Illustre cavalry by Edouard Detaille from 1898 original
Artist: Edouard Detaille Printer: Editeurs Figaro, Paris Size: 12 x 16 in / 30.5 x 40.6 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Year: 1898 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Firago Illustre came out monthly and used the best artists of the time. A Journal of events and news of the time with lots of illustrations and as time went on photos. At the turn of the Century chromolithography was the technique used. In excellent condition.
Artist: Heine Printer: Simplicissimus, Austria Size: 11 x 15 ” / 28 x 38,1 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: chromolithograph Year: 1913 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Arts by Jules Cheret Les Affiches Illustrees by Chaix Imprimerie 1896 original stone lithographic plate
Artist: Cheret Printer: Chaix, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Arts by Jules Cheret poster for Les Affiches Illustrees were plates printed at the Chaix Imprimerie in 1896 that featured the most famous artist of the day. Cheret was a master printer and artist, but also inventor and created the first lithographs in Stone. This enabled him to make several passes of colors using a stone for each color. This typeof printing method would be too expensive today, but it is the most artistic way of printing. The plate is in excellent condition.
“On les A” WE have them Emprunt de la Liberation by Firmin Bouisset 1917
Artist: Bouisset, Firmin Printer: Vaugirard, Paris Size: 31 x 47 ” / 80 x 120 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1917 Condition & Comments: excellent A
All of the important artists of the period either joined the army or did artwork for the cause. Firmin Bouisset does this Emprunt for the London County and Westminster Bank with location in Paris at the famous Place Vendome. Bombs explode in the air while the Frenchman holds up his Helmut and the Scotsman and American who just entered the war are with him. We’ve got them on the Run. Excellent on linen
Print of a Soldiers return to his farm 1918 hand signed by Georges Redon numbered
Artist: Redon, Georges Size: 16 x 20 ” / 41 x 58 cm On/Off Linen: Printed on Arches water color paper stone lithograph Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1918 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Wonderful scene of the French Soldier whose face we do not see, embracing his wife while his children come running to greet the homecoming hero. Georges Redon a famous artist of the period did these lithographic stone prints and signed and number them. RARE
Artist: Orth Size: 31 x 47 ” / 80 x 120 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1920 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Emprunt or War bonds poster as its Called in the USA. Banca di Roma had offices in Lyon.View on to the Colliseum of Rome. Emprunts were made mostly in a 31 x 47 inch size. Excellent on linen
Journey de L’armée Afrique et Troupes Coloniales by Fourneray 1917
Artist: Fourneray, Printer: Paris Size: 31 x 47 ” / 80 x 120 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1917 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Arabic writing White horse charging with the toupee colonials who fought alongside the French in WWI. Their important role is shown in this dynamic poster by Fourneray in 1917. Great stuff
Artist: Dormoy Printer: Paris Size: 15 x 23 ” / 38,1 x 58,4 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1939 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Friendship African “lui aussi a tout quite” He also left everything asking for contributions for the generosity to the troupes africaines who fight and fought alongside the French.
Artist: Tel Printer: Paris Size: 31 x 47 ” / 80 x 120 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1917 Condition & Comments: excellent
Clear picture of the French families supporting the soldiers at the front with “the last shells” asking the French to make another effort to support the troupes.
