1930s Poster Appraisal

George Whiting and Sadie Burt 'Songs a' Saying' Art Deco Poster

This item is a framed Art Deco style poster advertising 'George Whiting and Sadie Burt. "Songs a' Saying"'. The poster features a striking graphic design characteristic of the Art Deco period, dominated by clean lines, geometric shapes, and a limited, yet bold, color palette. The central imagery depicts a stylized profile of a man and a woman. The man, on the right, wears a black top hat, and the woman, on the left, has blonde hair styled in a bob and wears a prominent green circular earring. Both figures are rendered with minimalist features, emphasizing their silhouettes and angular forms. The background is a vibrant red to the right, transitioning to a light cream or off-white on the left and bottom. Geometric elements, including black and white diagonal stripes, red triangles, and gold accents, are integrated throughout the composition, suggesting movement and rhythm. The typography for the title 'GEORGE WHITING SADIE BURT. "Songs a' Saying"' is a blocky, stylized font in a gold or brown color, fitting the period's aesthetic preference for strong, decorative typefaces. A subtle signature, possibly 'Truell' or similar, is visible in the upper right quadrant of the red background. The poster is housed in a simple, slender silver-colored metal frame, which appears to be a modern addition, protecting it behind glass or acrylic. There are no immediately obvious condition issues from the provided image, such as tears, significant creases, or water damage, though a detailed inspection out of the frame would be needed to confirm. The vibrant colors appear well-preserved under what looks like protective glazing, and the paper itself doesn't show overt signs of discoloration. The Art Deco style and the nature of the advertising suggest an estimated age from the 1920s to 1930s. The craftsmanship is indicative of commercial poster art of that era, prioritizing visual impact and clear communication through artistic design.