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A. Theunissen
"Engagez-Vous Dans La Marine, " an Original Lithograph signed by A. Theunissen

1930

About the Item

"Engagez-Vous Dans La Marine (Battleship)" is an original color lithograph poster signed and dated in the lower right by the artist, A. Theunissen. It depicts a battleship on the ocean with a call for engagement for the French Navy in red. 42 1/2" x 28 1/4" paper 52 1/2" x 38 1/4" framed This recruitment poster was created between the two World Wars. A. Theunissen was appointed as the official painter of the Navy in 1925 for his experience in rendering naval and marine subjects.
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    1930
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    Height: 52.5 in (133.35 cm)Width: 38.25 in (97.16 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10954g1stDibs: LU60531935593
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