Antique Art and Arms Fall Auction
Lot 101:
Original U.S. WWII 1942 Someone Talked OWI Propaganda Poster by Frederick "Fritz" Siebel – 40 x 28. Created by artist Fred Siebel this WW2 Someone Talked 1942 propaganda poster is in wonderful condition having been professionally mounted to a heavy canvas backing.The poster measures 40 x 28 while the backing measures 42 x 30. "Someone Talked!", poster depicts a drowning man beyond your help who points accusingly. This particular poster is notable for being part of a 1942 contest sponsored by Devoe & Reynolds Painting Company to create images that would reinforce the importance of protecting information. Careless discussion of the whereabouts of troops or ships was hazardous to National Security, and many troop ships were being attacked by German u-boats. The contest was judged by notable individuals, such as Eleanor Roosevelt, and this poster won numerous awards. It was placed on display at Radio City, and copies were distributed throughout the country. These posters and others like it were displayed in shipyards, army and navy posts, waterfront bars, restaurants, public buildings and gathering places; and wherever there was danger of spies or saboteurs.
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