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Cover design, Progress, April 1927

Cover design, Progress, April 1927



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Cover design, Progress, April 1927

Cover design, Progress, April 1927 - Lever Brothers magazine, mythological figure in Liverpool Date: 1927

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Brothers Clouds Curtain Lever Liverpool Lorries Lorry Mercury Mersey Mythological Parting Progress Steamer Vans Wings 1927


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This cover design for the April 1927 issue of Progress magazine showcases a mythological figure standing proudly at the edge of a bustling Liverpool waterfront. The figure, depicted with the wings of Mercury, the Roman god of transportation and commerce, symbolizes the progress and advancement of the 1920s. The background of the cover is a vibrant blend of the old and the new. On one side, we see the traditional means of transportation such as trains, boats, and lorries plying their trade along the Mersey River and the railways. On the other side, we witness the dawn of a new era with the emergence of modern modes of transport like planes and automobiles. The figure, with a hand parting a net-like curtain, seems to be inviting the viewer to step into this world of change. The cover design is a beautiful amalgamation of classical and contemporary elements. The use of bold lines, intricate patterns, and rich colors creates a striking visual contrast. The figure, with its wings spread wide, adds a sense of grandeur and majesty to the design. The clouds in the sky and the sun setting over the horizon add to the overall sense of progress and movement. The cover design for the April 1927 issue of Progress magazine is a testament to the spirit of innovation and progress that defined the 1920s. It encapsulates the excitement and anticipation of a world on the brink of change, where traditional methods of transportation were being replaced by modern, faster, and more efficient ones. The mythological figure, with its wings symbolizing the power of transportation, serves as a reminder of the transformative power of progress and the endless possibilities it brings.

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