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POSTER: BOOKS, c1938. Don t Gum Up a Book. Poster promoting proper care for library books
POSTER: BOOKS, c1938.
Don t Gum Up a Book. Poster promoting proper care for library books. Silkscreen by Arlington Gregg, c1938
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Media ID 13640310
1938 Arlington Chicago Funny Gregg Illinois Library Manners Poster Silkscreen Works Progress Administration
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our Metal Prints featuring the iconic "Don't Gum Up a Book" poster from 1938. This vintage poster, part of The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, promotes the importance of proper care for library books. Silkscreened by Arlington Gregg, this timeless design is now available in a modern and durable metal print format. Preserve the message and add a unique touch to your space, while keeping the spirit of literature and respect for knowledge alive.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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. Don't Gum Up a Book
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. This vintage poster captures the essence of early 20th-century library etiquette with its humorous yet instructive message. Created in 1938 by Arlington Gregg, this silkscreen print promotes proper care for library books and encourages readers to refrain from gumming up their beloved reads. Set against a vibrant red backdrop, the illustration showcases a young boy engrossed in his book, seemingly oblivious to the sticky mess he's making with chewing gum. The comical depiction serves as a gentle reminder that books deserve respect and should be handled with care. Commissioned during the Works Progress Administration era in Chicago, Illinois, this artwork reflects both artistic skill and social consciousness. Its bold lines and simple composition make it visually striking while effectively conveying its educational purpose. As we admire this piece today, it transports us back to an era when manners were valued even within the confines of a library. It reminds us of the importance of treating books as cherished treasures rather than disposable objects. This Granger Art on Demand print is not only an exquisite example of artistry but also serves as a historical artifact capturing societal values at that time. Let it inspire us to preserve our literary heritage by handling books gently and respecting them as gateways to knowledge and imagination.
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