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Description
Date: 1942
Size: 23 x 16 inches
Artist: Thomas, Bert
About the Poster: Created by artist Bert Thomas during the …
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Date: 1942
Size: 23 x 16 inches
Artist: Thomas, Bert
About the Poster: Created by artist Bert Thomas during the Second World War, the poster "Is Your Journey Really Necessary?" was commissioned by the Railway Executive Committee in the United Kingdom. It was part of a campaign aimed at reducing non-essential travel to ease pressure on the overcrowded railway system and prioritize military transportation. By depicting a weary soldier, fully equipped for battle but assigned to ticket control, the poster poignantly highlights the importance of limiting travel to support the war effort and conserve national resources. The use of bold colors and a direct, urgent tone made this message particularly impactful for the public at the time.
Poster has obvious fold line and a rip on the top part. Please see pictures. Ready to frame !
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- Dimensions
- 16ʺW × 0.1ʺD × 23ʺH
- Frame Type
- Unframed
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- As described, ready to frame. As described, ready to frame. less
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