Use it Up wear it out Make it Do World War II Advertising Poster
| Genre: | World War II |
|---|---|
| Artist: | Gwathmey |
| Year Printed: | 1943 |
| Size: | 22 x 28 inches (half sheet) |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | ORIGINAL VINTAGE WWII POSTER USE IT UP - WEAR IT OUT 1943. Linen backed in very good condition, with the original WWII fold marks restored during linen backing. "Use It Up, Wear It Out, Make it Do! is a 1943 U.S.A World War II propaganda poster. The image demonstrates both male and female roles in conserving goods and labor. The woman is shown patching the man's pants as he in turn is depicted fixing his push-lawn mower. The artwork is lighthearted and humorous of addressing the importance in re-use and conservation of materials during the war for the United States. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. During the second World War, approximately 40% of all food consumed was the product of the Victory Garden program, and the 20 million Americans who participated by planting their own gardens. Description: Woman is patching up man's britches with needle and thread while he oils the lawn mower. Sewing basket sits near by. Publisher: [Washington, D.C.] : U. S. Government Printing Office Year: 1943; Economic aspects Manpower Rationing and conservation War work World War, 1939-1945. United States. Posters This poster has been archival mounted on linen. It is in excellent condition, though the creases are still somewhat visible. During WW2, virtually all American propaganda posters were folded so they could be sent through the mail to destinations throughout the country. |
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