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Courtney Allen 1896-1969 War Bonds Vintage Poster

Sold for $125 at Hill Auction Gallery on Feb 1, 2024.

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Courtney Allen (American, 1896-1969). A vintage silkscreen poster on paper. Titled, "The Sky's the Limit!" A figural interior hangar landscape, produced circa 1940s for the U.S. Treasury Department to promote the sale of government war bonds during World War II. Depicting a trio of factory worker figures and a military aircraft with additional airplanes and figures in background. Aerial bomb and Japanese Rising Sun flag design to upper left, with call to action KEEP BUYING WAR BONDS to bottom. Artist signed in the plate to lower right. Presented under glass with a mat border in a modern black frame. Sight size measures approximately 25.5" x 18.5". Dimensions: 32.5 X 25 X 1 in. Condition: Good overall condition having mild surface wear, with creasing from storage and evidence of age related toning. Frame having mild wear to edges and corners. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

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