Original Item: Only One Available. Now this is a lovely example of a hard to find cardboard poster for The Dutch War Relief effort during WWII. The poster was circulated and displayed publicly to advertise the help for post occupied Holland. The poster features artwork by Stefan Ronay, a Hungarian born artist who fled with his family to England as refugees from NSDAP Germany persecution.
This lovely lithograph by Ronay, was created in 1943. It features a powerful image that resonates with the viewer’s emotions. The poster serves as a promotional tool for the Dutch War Relief campaign, urging individuals to extend their helping hand towards war-torn Holland. The image displayed is of a young Dutch girl dressed in traditional attire amidst the aftermath of destruction. Her sorrowful expression reflects the devastating impact of war on the civilian populace. The artist skillfully captures her vulnerability and resilience simultaneously. The text boldly displayed across the poster reads “Help Holland, ” serving as both an urgent plea and a call to action to contribute towards relief efforts. This simple yet powerful message aims to evoke empathy and encourage support from those who witness it. Ronay’s lithograph beautifully encapsulates the spirit of unity and compassion during wartime hardships.
In wonderful condition with some folding and material loss on the corners/edges, this poster comes more than ready for further research and display.