Sidney H. Riesenberg (1885-1971)
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Title:
U. S. Marines Active Service on Land and Sea
Date:
c. 1917
Size:
28" x 42"
Medium:
Lithograph
Price:
$2,950.00
INV. #:
11191
Original U. S. Marines enlistment antique poster. World War I recruitment poster by *Sidney H. Riesenberg* ranks among the most powerful visual achievements of U.S. wartime art. Archival linen backed, untrimmed full size 28” x 42” lithograph. Excellent condition.
A marine with a rifle advancing toward the viewer, naval ships behind, symbolizing “service on land and sea.” Created around 1917, *“U.S. Marines – Active Service on Land and Sea”* depicts a determined Marine with rifle at the ready, framed by smoke and motion, as ships surge across stormy seas in the distant background.
Riesenberg’s bold composition conveys movement, courage, and patriotism—an image crafted to inspire enlistment and symbolize the Marine Corps’ global reach. His naturalistic style, strong use of perspective, and confident brushwork made this Poster is one of the iconic images of early 20th-century American military art. design.
Printed in rich red, blue, and ochre tones, this piece captures both the realism of reportage and the romance of national service. It remains one of the **most collectible Marine Corps recruiting posters of the Great War era**.
Sidney H. Riesenberg (1885–1971) was a prominent American illustrator known for his powerful wartime and patriotic imagery. His work appeared in *The Saturday Evening Post*, *Collier’s Illustrated Weekly*, and many government-commissioned projects. During World War I, Riesenberg created some of the Marine Corps’ most iconic posters, blending fine art sensibility with the urgency of propaganda.
This example comes from a **private American collection** and has been carefully preserved under archival conditions. It maintains excellent color and sharp lithographic detail, showcasing the high quality of U.S. Government printing during the First World War.
Every poster comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. We use durable, proper packaging to make sure it arrives safely.
Consider The Vintage Poster your trusted source for antique posters. You will be satisfied with our service, and we're always ready to help. Our current inventory is available online and updated regularly. To purchase, add the item(s) to your cart and proceed to checkout. They will be shipped to your door quickly. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand by it.
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A marine with a rifle advancing toward the viewer, naval ships behind, symbolizing “service on land and sea.” Created around 1917, *“U.S. Marines – Active Service on Land and Sea”* depicts a determined Marine with rifle at the ready, framed by smoke and motion, as ships surge across stormy seas in the distant background.
Riesenberg’s bold composition conveys movement, courage, and patriotism—an image crafted to inspire enlistment and symbolize the Marine Corps’ global reach. His naturalistic style, strong use of perspective, and confident brushwork made this Poster is one of the iconic images of early 20th-century American military art. design.
Printed in rich red, blue, and ochre tones, this piece captures both the realism of reportage and the romance of national service. It remains one of the **most collectible Marine Corps recruiting posters of the Great War era**.
Sidney H. Riesenberg (1885–1971) was a prominent American illustrator known for his powerful wartime and patriotic imagery. His work appeared in *The Saturday Evening Post*, *Collier’s Illustrated Weekly*, and many government-commissioned projects. During World War I, Riesenberg created some of the Marine Corps’ most iconic posters, blending fine art sensibility with the urgency of propaganda.
This example comes from a **private American collection** and has been carefully preserved under archival conditions. It maintains excellent color and sharp lithographic detail, showcasing the high quality of U.S. Government printing during the First World War.
Every poster comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. We use durable, proper packaging to make sure it arrives safely.
Consider The Vintage Poster your trusted source for antique posters. You will be satisfied with our service, and we're always ready to help. Our current inventory is available online and updated regularly. To purchase, add the item(s) to your cart and proceed to checkout. They will be shipped to your door quickly. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand by it.
#originalposter #vintageposter #Historicalposter #authenticvintageposter #oldposters #originalposters #antiqueposters #Authenticvintageposter #affiche #rareposter #USMC #MarineCorps #USMarines