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: Jonas, Lucien Printer: Devambez, 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
War bonds or emprunt for the 4th emprunt approaching the end of the war. We see an Australian French and American fighting side by side with American troupes in the background charging onward while Marianne flies above the troupes leading them on. Souscrivez pour la Victorie.
Journey de L’armée Afrique et Troupes Coloniales by Lucien Jonas 1917
Artist: Jonas, Lucien 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
The troupes colonials who fought alongside the French in WWI. Their important role is shown in this dynamic poster by Lucien Jonas in 1917. Great stuff
Artist: Faivre, Abel 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
The reconstruction of France with a view on to farmland being placed by Abel Faivre 1920. Buy War bonds or Emprunts to invest in the reconstruction of the destroyed lands. The farmer takes of his hat to salute the fallen soldiers.
Artist: Faivre, Abel 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
A French soldier places the flag of liberty on the world by Abel Faivre 1917. Buy War bonds or Emprunts to invest in the war effort.
Verser Votre Or Pour La France by Abel Faivre c1915
Artist: Faivre, Abel Printer: Devambez, 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: 1918 Condition & Comments: excellent A
The German soldier “Boche” is weighed down by the money you give for the cause. This is actually an image used in all of the history books at schools in France when discussing the first world war. L’Or combat pour la Victoire. Gold coin.
Artist: Falter, H Printer: Chaix, 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: 1918 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Drummer boy dressed in Revolutionary clothes leads the troupes on while Marianne is flying overhead. Emrpunts war bonds for the effort. This is the 3rd calling so dates to 1917c.
Artist: Faivre, Abel Printer: Devambez, 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
The Kaiser with head bowed borken sword marching away under the strain of the allies flags. Famous iconic image for Emrpunts or War bonds.
Emprunt National 1918 Souscrivez pour la Victoire by B Chavannaz
Artist: Chavannaz, B Printer: Imp Crete, 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
Great image of a the allied troupes approaching on a tank of the epoque. An American, Frenchman and Englishman together with their respective flags flying and a golden Marianne holding up a golden wreat of Victory which by now was fast approaching after the intervention of American coming in to the war.
Agression de Mers El Kebir hand signed by Marin Marie
Artist: Marie, Marine Printer: Dept de la Marine Size: 24 x 36 ” / 61 x 91.5 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1979 Condition & Comments: excellent A
The image is of the bombing of the French Fleet docked at Mers-el-kebir at the beginning of the war when France fell to the Germans and the Vichy Government was working for the Germans. The Allies fearing that the fleet would be used by the germans against them decided to attack and destroy the fleet. Although only one battleship was sunk others were damaged and over 1297 French sailors perished. Rare and signed lithograph by one of France’s best marine artists.
London County & Westminster Bank Paris 5e Emprunt 1920 by Firmin Bouisset
Artist: Bouisset, Firmin 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: 1920 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Marianne wearing the wreath of Victory carrying the flags of the UK and France. London County and Westminster Banks with locations at the Place VEndome in Paris offering war bonds or Emprunts. It says Allied in War and Allied in Peace. Subscribe for the 5th Emprunt National. By this time the loans were to help in the reconstruction of France.
Vous Aussi faite vos Devoir Souscrivez a L”emprunt Credit Commercial by B Chavannaz c1920
Artist: Chavannaz, B Printer: Imp Crete, 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: 1920 Condition & Comments: excellent A
The soldier has come back from the war and is tilling the land. She holds his gun and a baby as he gets right to work for the reconstruction of France. Subscribe for the Emprunt National. By this time the loans were to help in the reconstruction of France.
La Douce Terre de France Souscrivez a L”emprunt Credit Commercial by B Chavannaz 1918
Artist: Chavannaz, B Printer: Imp Crete, 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: 1918 Condition & Comments: excellent A
its time to get right to work for the reconstruction of France. Subscribe for the Emprunt National. By this time the loans were to help in the reconstruction of France.
