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Uncle Sam's Church - Ethel Reed
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$220.00 NZD
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$220.00 NZD
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Archival giclée
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Description
A vibrant Art Nouveau poster by Ethel Reed, 'Uncle Sam's Church' combines patriotic imagery with elegant design. This vintage lithograph adds a touch of Americana to any room.
Ethel Reed (1874-1912) was an American graphic artist and poster designer, recognised as one of the leading female figures in the American Art Nouveau movement. 'Uncle Sam's Church' exemplifies Reed's distinctive style, characterised by bold lines, flat planes of colour, and elegant compositions. Created in 1895, this lithograph served as a promotional poster, likely for a theatrical production or political event. The design cleverly incorporates American patriotic symbols within an Art Nouveau framework. Uncle Sam, depicted with a twinkle in his eye, gestures towards a building topped with the US flag, while a classically draped female figure, possibly representing Liberty, sits below, holding a document inscribed with 'Declaration of Independence'. The poster's colour palette of red, white, and blue reinforces its patriotic theme, while the flowing lines and decorative lettering are hallmarks of the Art Nouveau aesthetic. The composition is carefully balanced, drawing the viewer's eye from the title at the top to the publisher's information at the bottom. As a fine art print, 'Uncle Sam's Church' brings a touch of vintage Americana and Art Nouveau charm to any space. Its bold design and historical significance make it a conversation starter, perfect for adding character to a study, living room, or hallway. The print's vibrant colours and clear lines ensure it remains a visually striking piece, even in modern settings.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. See our refunds page for full details.
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Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Uncle Sam's Church - Ethel Reed
Regular price
From $130.00 NZD
Sale price
From $130.00 NZD
Regular price
Fine Art Framed / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / Black frame
Artist Biography
Ethel Reed
Ethel Reed, a name now whispered with a mix of admiration and melancholy, was a blazing comet across the late 19th-century American art scene. Born in 1874, she emerged as a prodigiously talented graphic artist during the poster craze of the 1890s. Her boldly decorative and Symbolist-tinged designs, often featuring striking women and floral motifs, quickly garnered attention. Reed became the first American woman to achieve international recognition in the field of poster design, her works displayed alongside those of masters like Toulouse-Lautrec.
At a time when the Art Nouveau movement was captivating Europe and America, Reed put her own unique spin on the style. She was known for her innovative use of colour and composition, and her posters were highly sought after by collectors. Some of her most celebrated works include posters for "The Chap-Book" and "An Arabian Night's Entertainment." Her career, however, was tragically short-lived.
Despite her early success, Reed's personal life was marred by turmoil. A failed romance led her to London, where she struggled to maintain her artistic momentum. Ethel Reed's story serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of fame and the challenges faced by women artists in a male-dominated era. Though her output was relatively small, her impact on graphic design remains significant, and her posters continue to enchant viewers with their beauty and originality.
At a time when the Art Nouveau movement was captivating Europe and America, Reed put her own unique spin on the style. She was known for her innovative use of colour and composition, and her posters were highly sought after by collectors. Some of her most celebrated works include posters for "The Chap-Book" and "An Arabian Night's Entertainment." Her career, however, was tragically short-lived.
Despite her early success, Reed's personal life was marred by turmoil. A failed romance led her to London, where she struggled to maintain her artistic momentum. Ethel Reed's story serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of fame and the challenges faced by women artists in a male-dominated era. Though her output was relatively small, her impact on graphic design remains significant, and her posters continue to enchant viewers with their beauty and originality.
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Hand-stretched canvas with neat gallery-wrapped edges, giving the artwork surface texture and depth. Arrives ready to hang.
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