ORIGINAL Civilians / Jewish Welfare Board. 1918.

ARTIST: SIDNEY H. RIESENBERG (1885-1971) SIZE: 22 x 33 INCHES. PRINTER: Alex Gravure, NY DESCRIPTION: "One of the greatest illustrators of the World War I era" (Karal Ann Marling), Sidney Reisenberg practiced his art in New York City and made many posters for Liberty Loans and the Marines. The Jewish Welfare Board was formed just after the U.S. declared war on Germany in 1917 to support Jewish soldiers at war, and by the looks of it, was one of the first organizations to understand shell-shock and the trauma of warfare on an industrial scale. "Civilians: When we go through this we need all the help and comfort you can give" was published "Week of November 11, 1918," the date of the Armistice. (Jewish Interest; Propaganda; War) . Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping information, and request any condition reports or photos prior to placing a bid. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. RBFineArts CFL INC. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Please email for a condition report and photos, if desired. Emails should be received at least 48 hours in advance of the date of the auction.