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Linen-backed original 1939 James Montgomery Flagg vintage poster: Yours in Trust; we must protect it from fire. “If we had forests–we must prevent fires: Maryland State Department of Forestry.
The artist Flagg is best known for the 1917 self-portrait of “Uncle Sam” in the poster “I Want You for U. S. Army.” His self-portrait makes him one of the world’s most famous faces.
In very good condition and ready to frame.
This is an original 1939 vintage poster designed by the renowned artist James Montgomery Flagg, titled “Yours In Trust”. Commissioned by the American Forestry Association, the poster conveys a strong conservation message: “We Must Protect It From Fire.” It vividly depicts two men standing amid a lush forest landscape, emphasizing the collective responsibility to protect the forest from the looming threat of wildfires in the background.
Flagg’s masterful artwork not only highlights the beauty of nature but also the dire consequences of neglect, making it a powerful visual campaign for forest fire prevention. This original piece serves as both a historic artifact and a timeless appeal for environmental awareness. Printed during the pre-Smokey Bear era, the poster is a rare and collectible item for fans of vintage advertising, environmental history, or Flagg’s illustrious artistic legacy.
American Forestry Association.
Rare original 1939 U.S.A. Forestry original poster. This poster was also printed as a U. S. Postal stamp.
This is an Original Lithograph Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction.
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