Mythical Figures
Euringer
Helft Schützen Euren Rhein - Zeichnet Kriegsanleihe
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PST 7325
As well as depicting soldiers standing guard over their country, posters were also produced featuring mythical figures. In these two German posters the use of symbolic figures watching over the landscape connects the land to the history and traditions of the people.
In Reupke's poster an oversized knight holds his shield above the landscape, reminding the German people of their history of defending their fatherland. Euringer's poster depicts ‘Father Rhine’ watching over a Rhineland valley.