This is a vintage poster created by the Hungarian Red Cross (Magyar Vöröskereszt) to raise awareness about the dangers of alcohol consumption.
The top of the poster features a scene of a family gathering at a dining table where alcohol is being offered, with the prominent word "NE! (No!)" displayed. The bottom half clearly illustrates how alcohol is absorbed into the body and circulates throughout the body via the bloodstream, using a simple diagram of the human body.
The accompanying Hungarian text states, "The alcohol consumed is absorbed from the stomach, transported to all cells of the body through blood circulation, and destroys living cells." This indicates that it was an educational poster aimed at public health education at the time. It is a piece that showcases the functional beauty characteristic of Eastern European graphic design, visualizing medical information through illustrations and bold typography.
The strong color scheme based on red, yellow, and green, along with the friendly and stylized depiction of people, strongly reflects the characteristics of Eastern European design from the 1960s-70s. The flat graphics, composed with a limited number of colors, possess both strong messaging and high design quality, giving them a presence that will stand out in modern interiors.
The natural aging, creases, and fading of the paper, unique to an original item, enhance its appeal as a historical document. It is already framed, so you can enjoy it as wall decor as is. This collectible item is recommended for industrial, mid-century, and Eastern European vintage spaces, as well as for shop fixtures and gallery displays.
Framed in an aluminum frame with an acrylic cover.
How about for your home or as shop fixtures?
[Year]
Unknown
[Country of Origin]
Hungary
[Size]
H735mm W520mm D20mm Weight 1.0kg
| Product # | A-71 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1000 g |
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