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Neysa McMein
Original YMCA United War Work Campaign vintage World War 1 poster

1918

About the Item

Original 1918 YMCA, One of the Thousands of YMCA Girls in France. United War Work Campaign vintage poster. Archival linen backed and ready to frame. Some touch up in the lower bottom of her coat. Presents in A condition but is A-, B+ and ready to frame. This striking vintage poster, initially created by renowned American artist Neysa McMein in 1918, is a captivating piece of World War 1 history and propaganda. The poster featuring a YMCA-uniformed woman holding books and a cup promotes the "United War Work Campaign" from November 11-18, highlighting the YMCA's invaluable support to American troops stationed in France during the war. \ McMein's bold, eye-catching design uses a vibrant red, white, and blue color scheme to draw the viewer's attention to the central figure and the prominent YMCA branding. The text at the bottom emphasizes the "Thousand Y.M.C.A Girls in France" who worked tirelessly to boost morale and provide essential services to the soldiers. Neysa McMein was an illustrator and poster artist who designed all the McCall's Magazine covers from 1923 through 1927 for The Saturday Evening Post and The Woman's Home Companion. During World War I, McMein went to France as a lecturer and entertainer for the U.S. and France. Also, she designed posters for both the Y.M.C.A., the Y.W.C.A., and the Red Cross. The Y.M.--Y.W.C.A. services to the armed forces began in the U.S. with the Civil War, and it continued providing service for all wars after that. (Library of Congress) As an authentic original 1918 of this iconic World War 1 poster, this piece offers a glimpse into the patriotic fervor and wartime efforts that defined that era. It makes for a remarkable historical collectible and a stunning addition to any home, office, or gallery wall. Available in multiple sizes to suit your space, this high-quality print is printed on durable, archival-quality paper for lasting enjoyment. This is an original vintage poster, not a reproduction!
  • Creator:
    Neysa McMein (1888 - 1949, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1918
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 41.25 in (104.78 cm)Depth: 0.05 in (1.27 mm)
  • Medium:
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  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Archival linen backed with some restoration in her coat . Certificate of Authenticity. Bright and vibrant colors, no paper loss. Ready to frame.775.
  • Gallery Location:
    Spokane, WA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 101591stDibs: LU1404215462802

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