Frank Brangwyn (also
known as Sir Frank William Brangwyn) (1867–1956)
“The Recruitment” or “Le
Recrutement” (as inscribed in lower margin), also known as “The Crimp”, 1917
Technical Details & Condition:
Lithograph on fine
buff laid paper with wide margins. The print is signed in the plate at the
lower right and hand-signed with a pencil monogram (presumably by the artist)
at the lower right corner.
This lithograph was
produced as part of the Ministry of Information’s portfolio “Britain’s Efforts
and Ideals”, designed to showcase various aspects of the war effort, from
industrial work to the realities of military enlistment. The depicted
recruiting sergeant is called a “crimp,” a term referring to coercive
tactics—such as intimidation, trickery, or force—used to procure recruits for
the armed forces, a practice also known as “shanghaiing.”
The impression is
richly inked and well-printed. Aside from a few minor surface marks and pencil
notations, the large sheet is in excellent condition, free of tears, holes,
folds, abrasions, or significant stains.
Dimensions:
• Sheet: 71.5 x 57.3 cm
• Image borderline: 54.5 x 47 cm
Price & Shipping:
AU$363 (approximately US$250.66 /
€216.67 / £189.27), including worldwide express shipping. Import duties (if
any) are the buyer’s responsibility.
If you are interested in acquiring this large,
museum-quality lithograph, please contact me at oz_jim@printsandprinciples.com.
I will be happy to provide a PayPal invoice for a smooth and secure purchase.
