Albert W. Hampson (1911 - 1990)
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Title:
Saturday Evening Post Newsstand Poster
Date:
1940
Size:
22" x 28"
Medium:
Offset-Lithograph
Price:
$350.00
INV. #:
7374
Original 1940 Saturday Evening Post Newsstand Poster by Albert W. Hampson – "St. Paddy Cake for Policemen" – Linen-Backed Vintage Advertising Display. (Note that the original painting is available online for $149,000)
Rare and charming original vintage newsstand poster for The Saturday Evening Post, dated March 16, 1940. This iconic promotional display features the full cover illustration by renowned American illustrator Albert W. Hampson (1911–1990), titled "St. Paddy Cake for Policemen."
The whimsical scene depicts a cheerful baker piping green frosting onto a heart-shaped cake inscribed "To the Boys 17th Precinct Police Station," evoking the warmth and gentle humor of mid-century Americana—just in time for St. Patrick's Day.
Printed in vibrant colors with the classic Saturday Evening Post masthead, issue date, and "5¢ the Copy" pricing, this poster was designed to attract newsstand buyers during the golden age of illustrated magazines. Professionally linen-backed for preservation and stability, it presents beautifully, with excellent color retention and minimal age-appropriate wear.
Albert W. Hampson was celebrated for his Rockwell-esque portrayals of ordinary people in lighthearted moments. He created 13 covers for the Post and worked extensively in commercial illustration for brands such as Coca-Cola and DuPont. This piece is a delightful slice of 1940s cultural history—perfect for collectors of vintage advertising, magazine ephemera, Americana, or mid-century illustration.
Originally intended for short-term display at newsstands to boost magazine sales, very few of these ephemeral large-format posters have survived. This piece has been professionally preserved and is in excellent condition.
This poster has been professionally archival linen-backed, a process that stabilizes the vintage paper and protects it for centuries. It is in excellent vintage condition and arrives ready for a custom frame.
Each poster includes a Certificate of Authenticity. We use sturdy, appropriate packaging to ensure it arrives safely. We strive to provide the most accurate and detailed online descriptions of the artwork's condition.
Consider The Vintage Poster your trusted source for antique posters. Buy with confidence. We guarantee your satisfaction and are always ready to help. With over 30 years in the business, we keep our inventory regularly updated and available online. To purchase, add the item(s) to your cart and proceed to checkout. We will ship promptly to your door. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand behind it.
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Rare and charming original vintage newsstand poster for The Saturday Evening Post, dated March 16, 1940. This iconic promotional display features the full cover illustration by renowned American illustrator Albert W. Hampson (1911–1990), titled "St. Paddy Cake for Policemen."
The whimsical scene depicts a cheerful baker piping green frosting onto a heart-shaped cake inscribed "To the Boys 17th Precinct Police Station," evoking the warmth and gentle humor of mid-century Americana—just in time for St. Patrick's Day.
Printed in vibrant colors with the classic Saturday Evening Post masthead, issue date, and "5¢ the Copy" pricing, this poster was designed to attract newsstand buyers during the golden age of illustrated magazines. Professionally linen-backed for preservation and stability, it presents beautifully, with excellent color retention and minimal age-appropriate wear.
Albert W. Hampson was celebrated for his Rockwell-esque portrayals of ordinary people in lighthearted moments. He created 13 covers for the Post and worked extensively in commercial illustration for brands such as Coca-Cola and DuPont. This piece is a delightful slice of 1940s cultural history—perfect for collectors of vintage advertising, magazine ephemera, Americana, or mid-century illustration.
Originally intended for short-term display at newsstands to boost magazine sales, very few of these ephemeral large-format posters have survived. This piece has been professionally preserved and is in excellent condition.
This poster has been professionally archival linen-backed, a process that stabilizes the vintage paper and protects it for centuries. It is in excellent vintage condition and arrives ready for a custom frame.
Each poster includes a Certificate of Authenticity. We use sturdy, appropriate packaging to ensure it arrives safely. We strive to provide the most accurate and detailed online descriptions of the artwork's condition.
Consider The Vintage Poster your trusted source for antique posters. Buy with confidence. We guarantee your satisfaction and are always ready to help. With over 30 years in the business, we keep our inventory regularly updated and available online. To purchase, add the item(s) to your cart and proceed to checkout. We will ship promptly to your door. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand behind it.
#originalposter #vintageposter #Historicalposter #authenticvintageposter #oldposters #originalposters #antiqueposters #Authenticvintageposter #affiche
#Saturday Evening Post #Newsstand poster #Albert W. Hampson
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