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Food and Fruits of Empire [6319396] (colour litho)
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Food and Fruits of Empire [6319396] (colour litho)
MAN464460 Food and Fruits of Empire [6319396] (colour litho) by Nicholson, William (1872-1949); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: See 464458, 464460, 464462, 464461, 464459.
Commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Vincent Brookes, Day & Son Ltd for HMSO
Manchester Art Gallery holds a fascinating collection of artist-designed posters, Commissioned by the British government's Empire Marketing Board between 1926 and 1933. The EMB's main function was to increase sales of Empire-grown and Empire-made goods throughout Great Britain, its Dominions and its Colonies. One aspect of its activities was a poster campaign that was designed to turn Britons into Empire-conscious consumers.
Over 200 posters were acquired by Manchester Art Gallery in the 1930s. The posters strong images illustrate the Empire's people, places and products. However, for a contemporary audience, the posters sometimes express uncomfortable beliefs and raise difficult questions about the legacies of the Empire today.); © Manchester Art Gallery ; © Desmond Banks
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© Manchester Art Gallery Desmond Banks / Bridgeman Images
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This colorful lithograph print titled "Food and Fruits of Empire" captures the essence of a bygone era. Created by William Nicholson in the early 20th century, this artwork was commissioned by the British government's Empire Marketing Board to promote sales of goods from the British Empire. Displayed at Manchester Art Gallery, this print is part of a larger collection of artist-designed posters that were intended to cultivate an Empire-conscious consumer base. The vibrant images featured in these posters depict various aspects of the empire, including its people, places, and products. While these posters serve as historical artifacts showcasing the power and influence of the British Empire during that time period, they also raise important questions about its legacy today. For contemporary viewers, some beliefs expressed in these artworks may be uncomfortable or thought-provoking. The "Food and Fruits of Empire" lithograph specifically highlights the abundance and diversity found within the empire's culinary offerings. It reminds us how food played a significant role in connecting different regions under imperial rule. As we admire this artwork captured by Desmond Banks for Bridgeman Images, let it serve as a reminder to reflect on our relationship with history and how it shapes our present-day perspectives on culture, trade, and global connections.
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