This poster is currently unbacked. At check out, you will be given the opportunity to add backing which would cost $255 and take approximately 6-8 weeks.
Linen backing is the industry standard of conservation. Canvas is stretchered and a sheet of acid free barrier paper is laid down. The poster is then pasted to the acid free paper using an acid free paste. This process is fully reversible and gives support to the poster. A border of linen is left around the poster and can be used by a framer to mount the poster so that nothing touches the poster itself. Backing is what we recommend for framing, and for any poster needing restoration.
Haunting World War II propaganda poster of a drowning soldier pointing at the viewer, accusing them of sharing information with the enemy. Part of a broader campaign to enforce wartime secrecy and vigilance against espionage, urging citizens to stay silent about military operations.
OWI Poster No. 18, U S Government Printing Office : 1944 - O -496733
Please note stains in edges and overall toning to paper, linen backing would address these issues.