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POSTER: BOOKS, c1938. A Bookmark Would Be Better! Poster promoting proper care
POSTER: BOOKS, c1938.
A Bookmark Would Be Better! Poster promoting proper care for library books. Silkscreen by Arlington Gregg, c1938
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Media ID 13640587
1938 Arlington Bookmark Chicago Funny Gregg Ironing Library Manners Page Paper Person Poster Silkscreen
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage poster from Granger, NYC's Media Storehouse collection. This charming piece, titled "A Bookmark Would Be Better! Poster promoting proper care for library books," dates back to 1938. Created by Arlington Gregg via silkscreen, this poster playfully encourages responsible library usage with its endearing illustration of a book being held by a bookmark instead of a reader. Add a touch of nostalgia and literary charm to your home or office decor with this unique, framed print from Granger Art on Demand.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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POSTER - BOOKS, c1938. A Bookmark Would Be Better! Promoting Proper Care for Library Books
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. This vintage poster from 1938 captures the essence of early American manners and highlights the importance of caring for library books. Created by Arlington Gregg, a talented illustrator from Chicago, this silkscreen print showcases his unique style and sense of humor. The image portrays a young boy engrossed in reading a book while ironing its pages with an iron labeled "Manners". The comical depiction emphasizes the message that using a bookmark is far more appropriate than resorting to extreme measures like ironing. Through this artwork, Gregg reminds us to treat books with respect and care. The vibrant colors and attention to detail draw viewers into the scene, making it impossible not to appreciate the cleverness behind this playful illustration. Commissioned during the era of Works Progress Administration (WPA) initiatives, this poster aimed to promote literacy and encourage responsible behavior among library-goers. It serves as a reminder that even in our digital age, printed books deserve our admiration and gentle handling. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from their collection as a testament to both artistic talent and social consciousness prevalent in 1930s America. Let it inspire you to cherish your own personal library or remind others about proper book care etiquette – after all, nothing beats using a bookmark!
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