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NORMAN WILKINSON A FEW CARELESS WORDS MAY END IN THIS. Circa 1940

A rare poster that was part of a campaign begun by the Ministry of Information in 1940, warning the British public against speaking too freely about the war. A prolifc poster artist for the Britsh railway companies in the 1920s and 30s, and a renowned marine painter, Wilkinson was also responsible for important advancements in the art of ship comouflage! The larger of two sizes. Paret 265.
29 3/4 x 20 inches

  • Condition: Condition B+: discoloration along vertical and horizontal folds. Paper.

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August 6, 2003 12:00 AM EDT
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