1936 Ad EV Johnson Art World Peaceways Non-Profit Anti-War Military YTF1

This is an original 1936 black and white print ad for the anti-war efforts of World Peaceways of 103 Park Avenue, New York, NY. The ad features an illustration by E.V. Johnson that depicts rows of white crosses in a military cemetery. The ad also includes some of the most bizarre sentences in the history of copywriting, including; "$25,000 will seem a bargain basement figure in comparison to the cost of blowing a decent human being to hell" and "certain people have worked out the theory that war exists to save the world from overpopulation. Charming thought, isn't it?"

CONDITION

This 77+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 11 inches; 19 x 28 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Johnson, E.V.. Artist signature in print - embedded in image.

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Political, Charity, Great Depression Era

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