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World War I WWI Recruitment Poster, General Pershing “You Are Wanted by US Army”

$9,950
£7,502.34
€8,645.41
CA$13,803.34
A$15,466.57
CHF 8,050.94
MX$189,209.67
NOK 102,191.75
SEK 96,518.89
DKK 64,539.72
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About the Item

Incredibly rare WWI recruitment poster featuring what is likely General Pershing on horseback with a play on the poster featuring Uncle Sam proclaiming “I want you.” Printed for San Francisco by a local printer, likely a much small print run and distribution than posters intended for national distribution.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1918
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Please view video carefully for damages shown. Has not been inspected out of frame. Frame has no glass.
  • Seller Location:
    Jensen Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7789242891032

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