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Keep Your Money in the Empire, from the series Where Our Exports Go, c. 1927 [6321242] (colour litho)
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Keep Your Money in the Empire, from the series Where Our Exports Go, c. 1927 [6321242] (colour litho)
MAN452959 Keep Your Money in the Empire, from the series Where Our Exports Go, c.1927 [6321242] (colour litho) by Grimmond, William (1884-1952); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: See 6320722, 452963, 452962, 464497, 452959, 452960.
Keep Your Money in the Empire - The Empire is the Best Market for British Skill and Industry; Commissioned by Empire Marketing Board and printed by Haylock, Cadle & Graham 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
Media ID 32118284
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The captivating print titled "Keep Your Money in the Empire, from the series Where Our Exports Go, c. 1927" by William Grimmond takes us back to a pivotal era in history. This vibrant colour lithograph, housed at Manchester Art Gallery in the UK, is part of a larger collection commissioned by the British government's Empire Marketing Board. Created between 1926 and 1933, these artist-designed posters aimed to promote sales of goods produced within the British Empire. With over 200 posters acquired by Manchester Art Gallery in the 1930s, this particular piece stands out for its powerful message. The poster urges viewers to support their own empire by keeping their money within its borders. It highlights that the empire provides an ideal market for British skill and industry. The image showcases various products from different regions of the empire while emphasizing unity and economic strength. However, viewing these historical artifacts through a contemporary lens raises complex questions about colonial legacies and uncomfortable beliefs associated with them. While celebrating Britain's past achievements and global influence, it also prompts reflection on how those actions continue to shape our present world. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking artwork today, it serves as a reminder of both progress made and challenges yet to be addressed regarding issues related to imperialism and globalization.
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