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Food and Fruits of Empire [6319396] (colour litho)
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Food and Fruits of Empire [6319396] (colour litho)
MAN464461 Food and Fruits of Empire [6319396] (colour litho) by Nicholson, William (1872-1949); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: See 464458, 464460, 464462, 464461, 464459.
Commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Vincent Brookes, Day & Son Ltd for HMSO
Manchester Art Gallery holds a fascinating collection of artist-designed posters, Commissioned by the British government's Empire Marketing Board between 1926 and 1933. The EMB's main function was to increase sales of Empire-grown and Empire-made goods throughout Great Britain, its Dominions and its Colonies. One aspect of its activities was a poster campaign that was designed to turn Britons into Empire-conscious consumers.
Over 200 posters were acquired by Manchester Art Gallery in the 1930s. The posters strong images illustrate the Empire's people, places and products. However, for a contemporary audience, the posters sometimes express uncomfortable beliefs and raise difficult questions about the legacies of the Empire today.); © Manchester Art Gallery ; © Desmond Banks
Media ID 32144416
© Manchester Art Gallery Desmond Banks / Bridgeman Images
Back British Empire Empire Marketing Board Fruits Nicholson William 1872 1949 Rear View Sir William Nicholson Vintage Poster William Nicholson Advertizing
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This vibrant and captivating print titled "Food and Fruits of Empire" takes us back to a pivotal era in British history. Created by William Nicholson, this colour lithograph was commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Vincent Brookes, Day & Son Ltd for HMSO. Manchester Art Gallery proudly holds an extensive collection of artist-designed posters from this period. The purpose behind these posters was to encourage Britons to support the sales of goods produced within the British Empire. With over 200 acquired posters, Manchester Art Gallery showcases powerful images that depict the diverse people, places, and products of the Empire. While these artworks offer a glimpse into a significant chapter in Britain's past, they also raise thought-provoking questions about its legacy today. For contemporary viewers, some beliefs expressed in these posters may be uncomfortable or challenging. In this particular print, we are presented with an array of delectable food items and fruits symbolizing the abundance found within the Empire. The vivid colors bring life to each individual piece as they tempt our senses with their freshness and variety. As we admire this artwork captured by Bridgeman Images on behalf of Manchester Art Gallery, let us reflect upon how it serves as a reminder not only of historical achievements but also prompts us to critically examine our present-day understanding of empire-building and its consequences.
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