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c. 1960s; National Safety Council, Inc. - Chicago, IL
Hand-painted workplace safety poster featuring a stylized Atlas figure carrying the …
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c. 1960s; National Safety Council, Inc. - Chicago, IL
Hand-painted workplace safety poster featuring a stylized Atlas figure carrying the globe above the slogan "YOU'RE NOT ATLAS / DON'T TRY TO LIFT MORE THAN YOU CAN CARRY." Executed in bold block lettering with cartoon-style figural graphics against a star-filled background, the sign was likely produced for industrial or factory safety education associated with National Safety Council workplace campaigns. The piece is mounted within a painted wood frame with visible nail construction and retains its original backing paper and mounting hardware to the reverse.
The National Safety Council expanded heavily into illustrated workplace safety campaigns during the mid-20th century, distributing posters and educational graphics addressing lifting practices, machinery safety, fatigue, and industrial accident prevention across factories, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities.
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- Dimensions
- 44ʺW × 1ʺD × 29ʺH
- Styles
- Industrial
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paint
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Shows scattered paint wear, abrasions, discoloration, and surface scratches throughout. Poster surface has visible tears and creasing, particularly to the … moreShows scattered paint wear, abrasions, discoloration, and surface scratches throughout. Poster surface has visible tears and creasing, particularly to the lower left quadrant, along with scattered punctures and edge wear. Frame retains heavy paint loss and age-related wear. Reverse backing paper shows staining, tears, and deterioration. less
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