Freedom of Worship (Large) Propaganda Advertising Poster
| Genre: | Propaganda |
|---|---|
| Artist: | Norman Rockwell |
| Year Printed: | 1943 |
| Size: | 56.5" x 40.5" |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | Norman Rockwell – Freedom of Worship (1943) | Original Four Freedoms Vintage Poster Freedom of Worship by Norman Rockwell is one of the most powerful and recognizable images from the historic Four Freedoms poster series created during World War II. Published in 1943 by the U.S. Government Printing Office, this moving composition illustrates people of different faiths standing together in quiet prayer beneath the words “Each according to the dictates of his own conscience.” Rockwell’s painting was inspired by President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 1941 Four Freedoms speech, which defined the essential human rights worth defending during the war: Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Worship, Freedom from Want, and Freedom from Fear. The paintings first appeared in The Saturday Evening Post before being reproduced as posters by the Office of War Information (OWI) to promote unity, tolerance, and patriotism across the United States. In Freedom of Worship, Rockwell portrays a diverse group of men and women in profile, each engaged in personal prayer. The intimate composition highlights the shared humanity of individuals from different religious traditions, reinforcing the American ideal of religious freedom and mutual respect. This poster belongs to the original Four Freedoms series issued by the U.S. government in 1943. The set was printed in two formats, and this example represents the smaller version distributed nationwide during the war effort. OWI Poster No. 43 U.S. Government Printing Office: 1943 – O‑510256 Condition This Original Lithograph Vintage Poster is not a reproduction. Professionally acid‑free conservation mounted Linen‑backed for preservation Expert restoration to original mailing folds Creases are now barely visible Overall very good condition Historical References Documented in major poster and design references including: American Style, p.132 Posters for Victory, p.40ff Design for Victory, p.37 War Posters, no. 210 Authenticity Guarantee All posters offered by The Vintage Poster are guaranteed authentic and include a . This is an original 1943 Norman Rockwell wartime poster, not a later reproduction. You may purchase securely online 24/7 by adding the poster to your cart, or contact us for availability and pricing for the complete Four Freedoms poster set. Collectors and historians continue to regard the Norman Rockwell Four Freedoms posters as some of the most important American propaganda and illustration works of the 20th century. Keywords: Norman Rockwell Freedom of Worship poster, Four Freedoms poster, 1943 WWII poster, Norman Rockwell vintage poster, Office of War Information poster, WWII propaganda poster, original Rockwell poster, American wartime poster, freedom of religion poster. |
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