Barnett Freedman (1901-1958)

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Barnett Freedman (1901-1958)
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two lithographs in colours, 1936, printed by Curwen Press, condition B+; backed on linen
each 39½ x 25in. (100 x 63cm.) (2)

Literature

Modern British Posters, p.109

Exhibited

London, LTM, Poster Art 150: London Underground's Greatest Designs, 2013

Lot Essay

Tom Purvis remarked in 1938 that this poster was "one of the most colourful and attractive posters put out by London Transport. Exciting colours, red, yellow and black, are resolved into a skillful blend. The artist has studied and made successful use of the possibilities of the lithographic method"

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