Signed original artwork for poster: "Food Now - Or Future Hate".

Published by [1945]

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Seller: Peter Harrington. ABA/ ILAB., London, United KingdomPeter Harrington. ABA/ ILAB.

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A superb example of Wragg's powerful artistry, in response to the refugee crisis gripping Europe in the aftermath of the Second World War - a starving, gaunt child, staring challengingly at the viewer. The implication is that the abandonment of Germany's people after the First World War led to the rise of Nazism, and risks repeating. The poster was produced by the Peace Pledge Union, which Wragg helped found in 1935. Wragg (1903-1976) was "a commercial graphic artist, producing posters and illustrations for magazines, and illustrating a variety of books throughout a career which extended for almost 50 years. His most significant work, however, set him apart from any other British twentieth-century illustrator. His images are savagely powerful, deriving from his fervent practical Christianity, pacifism, and sense of social justice. And they had a notable impact on public opinion, in a way that is unimaginable now" (Brook, p. 8). Judy Brook, Arthur Wragg: Twentieth-century Artist, Prophet and Jester, 2001 - this design is illustrated on p. 107. Ink and wash on card, 545 x 770 mm. Pasted overlay reconfiguring the lettering beneath, with sizing instructions in pencil to foot. Verso with mounted address label for advertising agency. Curled from being rolled, horizontal crease towards head, some light soiling, a couple of small tears. In good condition. …

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Title
Signed original artwork for poster: "Food Now - Or Future Hate".
Author
WRAGG, Arthur.
Publisher
[1945]
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