William Haskell Coffin Paintings & Artwork for Sale | William Haskell Coffin Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 12, 2025
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) 'Third Red Cross Roll Call', original c. 1919 colour poster, the artist's name at lower right in the plate, published by the American Red Cross, 76 x 50cm, together with 1918 81 x 56cm American Red Cross logo poste
Est: $120 - $200
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) 'Third Red Cross Roll Call', original c. 1919 colour poster, the artist's name at lower right in the plate, published by the American Red Cross, 76 x 50cm, together with 1918 81 x 56cm American Red Cross logo poster, artist unknown.
Leski Auctions Pty Ltd
Oct. 12, 2025
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) 'Joan of Arc Saved France - Women Of America Save Your Country - Buy War Savings Stamps', original 1917 colour poster, the artist's name at left in the plate, published by the United States Department of the Treasu
Est: $300 - $500
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) 'Joan of Arc Saved France - Women Of America Save Your Country - Buy War Savings Stamps', original 1917 colour poster, the artist's name at left in the plate, published by the United States Department of the Treasury, 102 x 76cm.
Leski Auctions Pty Ltd
Oct. 12, 2025
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) 'Share In The Victory - Save For Your Country - Save For Yourself - Buy War Savings Stamps', original 1917 colour poster, laid down on linen, the artist's name at lower right in the plate, published by the United S
Est: $600 - $800
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) 'Share In The Victory - Save For Your Country - Save For Yourself - Buy War Savings Stamps', original 1917 colour poster, laid down on linen, the artist's name at lower right in the plate, published by the United States Department of the Treasury, 109 x 75cm overall.
Leski Auctions Pty Ltd
Jun. 07, 2025
Two Large WWI Framed Posters to include William Haskell Coffin (American 1878-1941) "Joan of Arc Saved France-Women of America Save Your Country Buy War Savings Stamps", 1918 Lithograph poster printed by The United St...
Est: $300 - $500
Two Large WWI Framed Posters to include William Haskell Coffin (American 1878-1941) "Joan of Arc Saved France-Women of America Save Your Country Buy War Savings Stamps", 1918 Lithograph poster printed by The United States Printing & Lithograph Co 38" x 27 1/2" Leon Alaric Shafer (American 1866-1940) "Keep The Sea Lanes Open, Invest In The Victory Liberty Loan" Lithograph printed by The W.F. Powers Co. Litho, NY 29" x 39"
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Jun. 01, 2025
William Haskell Coffin (1877 - 1941) Antique American Nocturnal St Augustine Florida Framed Painting
Est: $800 - $1,200
Antique American nocturnal impressionis old Florida oil painting by William Haskell Coffin (1877 - 1941). Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 28 by 22 inches overall, and 24 by 18 painting alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $125 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.
Curated Gallery Auctions
Mar. 20, 2025
COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Joan of Arc Saved Fran...
Est: $200 - $400
COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Joan of Arc Saved France. 1917. New York: The United States Printing and Lithograph. Joan of Arc stands with sword raised, her eyes trained on victory in the distance. 30 x 20 1/8”. Unbacked. Scattered wrinkling and faint folds. B+/B.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Feb. 06, 2025
Original American World War I Poster Joan of Arc
Est: $300 - $400
Coffin, William Haskell 1878 - 1941 Third Red Cross Roll Call Letterpress Print ca. 1918 29.9 x 20 in. (76 x 51 cm) Printer: Condition Details: (B+) on linen (old), small tears and minor creasing and staining at the edges,#USA #World War I #Red Cross #Nurse
PosterConnection Inc.
Feb. 06, 2025
Original American World War I Poster Joan of Arc
Est: $300 - $400
Coffin, William Haskell 1878 - 1941 Joan of Arc Saved France Letterpress Print 1918 30.7 x 20 in. (78 x 51 cm) Printer: Condition Details: (B+) on linen (old), small tears and minor creasing and staining at the edges, minor buckling from moisture at the center right edge#USA #World War I #Joan of Arc
PosterConnection Inc.
Dec. 13, 2024
William Haskell Coffin. "Joan of Arc Saved France, Women of America, Save Your Country, Buy War Savings Stamps," lithograph
Est: $400 - $500
(American, 1878-1941) Two lithographs in color, 1918, published by the US Printing and Lithography Company, American, 20th century, sheet size: 30 x 20 in., unframed (Please note these are original World War I posters with age appropriate wear and are extremely fragile. Shipping is not recommended)
Alex Cooper
Oct. 19, 2024
Original American World War I Poster Joan of Arc
Est: $300 - $400
Coffin, William Haskell 1878 - 1941 Joan of Arc Saved France Letterpress Print 1918 29.9 x 20 in. (76 x 51 cm) Printer: United States Printing & Lithograph Co., New York Condition Details: (B+) on linen, minor light-staining/mat burn, minor tears and creasing at the edges#USA #World War I #Joan of Arc
PosterConnection Inc.
Jul. 11, 2024
WWI Share in the Victory Lithograph
Est: $300 - $600
An American Military WWI War Savings Stamps lithograph. Features winged victory and is inscribed "Share in the Victory, Save for your Country, Save for Yourself. Buy War Savings Stamps" Done by Haskell Coffin (1878 - 1941) and printed by Rusling Wood. Had small tears to the edges, one small hole in the upper right corner, one small hole under the wing and a tear above the P, all prior to mounting. Has some paint restoration to the edges and at the previously mentioned holes in the paper. Measures approx. 30 1/2" tall x 21" wide. All invoices must be paid within 24 hours of the sale. We offer multiple shipping options please read the shipping terms to understand your options. We also offer Pick-Ups Friday, Saturday, and Monday immediately following the sale. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Bodnar's Auction Sales
Jul. 11, 2024
Third Red Cross Roll Call Lithograph
Est: $200 - $400
WWI Red Cross lithograph by Haskell Coffin (1878 - 1941). Features a Red Cross nurse with her hands outstretched in almost a pleading gesture and is inscribed "Third Red Cross Roll Call". Printed by the American Lithographic Co, NY. Is backed on linen. Has some cracks and tears to the paper that were there pre mounting and some paint restoration throughout but is intact and in very good condition. Measures approx. 30 1/2" tall x 21 1/2" wide. All invoices must be paid within 24 hours of the sale. We offer multiple shipping options please read the shipping terms to understand your options. We also offer Pick-Ups Friday, Saturday, and Monday immediately following the sale. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Bodnar's Auction Sales
May. 16, 2024
COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Joan of Arc Saved Fran...
Est: $200 - $300
COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Joan of Arc Saved France. 1917. New York: The United States Printing and Lithograph. Joan of Arc stands with sword raised, her eyes trained on victory in the distance. 30 x 20 1/8”. Linen backed. Closed horizontal tear through image; scattered tears in margins. B.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Apr. 11, 2024
Haskell Coffin, Original Lithograph Poster American WWI
Est: $200 - $800
Beautiful impression of an original WWI American chromolithograph poster entitled Joan of Arc Saved France by painter and illustrator William Haskell Coffin. The United States Printing & Lithograph Co., New York published this poster in 1918 for the WSS program of The United States Treasury Department. Signed in plate on lower left: Haskell Coffin. Marked S-2 in lower left. Housed in a protective see-through cover. Artwork dimensions: 20"L x 30"H. Cover size: 22.50"L x 34"H x 0.10"W. Artist: William Haskell Coffin (American 1878-1941) Issued: 1918
Lion and Unicorn
Feb. 18, 2024
W. Haskell Coffin (1878-1941) Man's Portrait
Est: $600 - $800
Oil on canvas. Portrait of a man. Signed lower right W. Haskell Coffin. Mounted in a gilt frame. Size: 15" x 12". With frame: 18" x 15". Condition: Good.
Treasureseeker Auctions LLC
Feb. 08, 2024
Original American World War I Poster Joan of Arc
Est: $250 - $350
Coffin, William Haskell 1878 - 1941 Joan of Arc Saved France Letterpress Print 1918 40.1 x 29.9 in. (102 x 76 cm) Printer: United States Printing & Lithograph Co., New York Condition Details: (B-) was folded, tears and creasing and staining at the edges and folds, paper loss in the bottom left corner#USA #World War I #Joan of Arc
PosterConnection Inc.
Nov. 10, 2023
COFFIN, Haskell (1878-1941). Share in the Victory / Buy War...
Est: $600 - $900
COFFIN, Haskell (1878-1941). Share in the Victory / Buy War Savings Stamp [1918]. U.S.A: Murai Advertising, Rustling Wood. WS-42. Color lithograph, issued by the United States Government. 30 x 20”. Linen backed. Creasing and minor losses to edges. A-/B+.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Nov. 10, 2023
[WORLD WAR I]. Seven propaganda posters. Color lithograph p...
Est: $400 - $600
[WORLD WAR I]. Seven propaganda posters. Color lithograph posters. Includes: COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Third Red Cross Roll Call. New York: American Lithograph Company, [1917]. Linen backed. – FISHER, Harrison. (1877-1934). WWI Red Cross Woman. Unbacked. – RALEIGH, Henry (1880 - 1944). Hun or Home? Chicago: Edwards & Deutsch Litho., ca. 1917. Unbacked. – RALEIGH, Henry (1880 - 1944). Halt the Hun! Buy U.S. Government Bonds / Third Liberty Loan. Chicago: Edwards & Deutsch Litho., [ca. 1900s]. Unbacked. – The American’s Creed / “Victory” Liberty Bonds. Circa 1900s, Unbacked. – WWI “Hunger” Poster. The United States Food Administration: 1900s. Unbacked. – Remember! The Flag of Liberty Support It! / Buy U.S. Government Bonds. 3rd. Liberty Loan. New York: Heywood Strasser & Voigt Litho. Co., ca. [1917]. Unbacked. – Largest 30 x 20”. Conditions and sizes vary. Tape restoration to some. B-/C.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Sep. 16, 2023
William Haskell Coffin, (1878-1941), Portrait of a Girl, oil on canvas
Est: $200 - $300
William Haskell Coffin (1878-1941) Portrait of a Girl oil on canvas signed lower right, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Aug. 19, 2023
Haskell Coffin, Young Woman in Winter Garb
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
William Haskell Coffin (American, 1878-1941), young woman in winter garb, most likely a study for Collier's Magazine, 25" x 30" (sight). Provenance: Beverly, Massachusetts collection.
Kaminski Auctions
Jun. 19, 2023
PEARL WHITE FOR PICTORIAL REVIEW 1940 BY HASKELL COFFIN
Est: $120 - $240
Pearl White for Pictorial review 1940, vintage cover. Portrait of film star Pearl White (1889-1938). Artwork by Haskell Coffin (1878-1941). Professionally double matted and framed in a wooden frame, no glass. Sight 15 x 19.75 inches. Framed 18 x 23 inches.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Apr. 03, 2023
JOAN OF ARC SAVED FRANCE HASKELL COFFIN WWI POSTER
Est: $300 - $400
Joan of Arc Saved France - WWI American war savings poster, illustration by artist William Haskell Coffin (1878-1941), published by the United States Treasury Department, 1918, marked S-2 in lower left, The United States Printing & Lithograph Co., New York, 20 x 30 inches, housed in a simple black frame. Bright colors. Not examined out of frame. Excellent.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Oct. 22, 2022
JOAN OF ARC SAVED FRANCE HASKELL COFFIN POSTER
Est: $300 - $500
American WWI poster 'Joan of Arc Saved France - Women of America Save Your Country Buy War Saving Stamps'. Artwork by Haskell Coffin (1878-1941). Commissioned by the United States Treasury Department. Matted and framed in a simple black plastic frame. Visible area 38.5 x 28.5 inches. Frame size 47 x 37 inches. Some creasing is visible, poster does not seem to be completely mounted. Not examined out of frame.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Oct. 15, 2022
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (AMERICAN 1878-1941)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (AMERICAN 1878-1941) Young Beauty with Corsage, pastel on paper 60 x 44 cm (23 5/8 x 17 3/8 in.) [sight] framed dimensions: 70 x 57.7 cm (27 1/2 x 22 3/4 in.) signed lower right
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Oct. 09, 2022
WWI YMCA POSTER "HELP US HELP OUR BOYS"
Est: -
Antique World War I Poster "Help Us Help Our Boys". In this World War I poster, a young woman in a YMCA uniform looks back towards the painter while hanging a poster on a wall. William Haskell Coffin (1878-1941), the artist, was a versatile illustrator who regularly created the covers for Redbook and The American. Keywords: Militaria, advertising; Ref: BD1657
Bradford's
Sep. 20, 2022
William Haskell Coffin (American, 1878–1941), Joan of Arc Saved France/Save Your Country/Buy War Savings Stamps, Unframed Linen-Back Poster, Overall including linen-back: 32 x 22 in. (81.28 x 55.88 cm.)
Est: $50 - $100
William Haskell Coffin (American, 1878–1941), Joan of Arc Saved France/Save Your Country/Buy War Savings Stamps, Unframed Linen-Back Poster, The United States Printing & Lithograph Co
Weschler's
Jul. 27, 2022
Haskell Coffin "Joan of Arc" WWI Stamps Poster
Est: $300 - $600
William Haskell Coffin (American, 1878-1941). Original lithograph on paper poster titled "Joan of Arc Saved France" depicting an armored and sword-wielding Joan of Arc on a blue background, issued to promote savings stamps during World War I. Additional captions read "Women of America Save Your Country Buy War Savings Stamps." A seal along the lower right corner reads "The United States Printing & Lithograph Co" and a seal along the lower left reads "Torch of Liberty W.S.S. War Savings Stamps issued by the United States Government." Signed in plate along the lower left.
Revere Auctions
Jul. 24, 2022
William Haskell Coffin (1878-1941 American)
Est: $500 - $700
Vintage WWI Poster Joan of Arc Saved France... Women of America Save your Country Sheet 29 1/2in. x 39 1/2in. (75cm. x 100cm.)
Fine Estate Inc.
Jul. 11, 2022
Antique 1918 Original WWII Share In The Victory : Save For Your Country, Save For Yourself : Buy War Saving Stamps Poster by Haskell Coffin
Est: -
Published by Rusling Wood. Poster printed in color showing an allegorical female figure representing victory holding a sword and a palm branch. William Haskell Coffin (October 21, 1878 May 12, 1941) was a painter and commercial artist who flourished in the early decades of the twentieth century. His work appeared on the cover of leading magazines in the United States and on posters that the US government commissioned. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
One Source Auctions
Jul. 01, 2022
JOAN OF ARC HASKELL COFFIN POSTER
Est: $200 - $400
American WWI poster 'Joan of Arc Saved France - Women of America Save Your Country Buy War Saving Stamps', artwork by Haskell Coffin (1878-1941), United States Treasury Department, 40 x 30 inches. Creases and chips on margins, loss at edges and two parts in the image area, repaired with tape on verso.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Jul. 01, 2022
THIRD RED CROSS ROLL CALL HASKELL COFFIN POSTER
Est: $140 - $240
American WWI poster 'Third Red Cross Roll Call', artwork by Haskell Coffin (1878-1941), published by the American Red Cross, printed by American Litho. Co., N.Y., 1918, 30 x 20 inches. Loss at upper left corner, minor loss at center, minor crease, and a fold.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Jul. 01, 2022
JOAN OF ARC SAVED FRANCE HASKELL COFFIN POSTER
Est: $600 - $800
WWI poster, 'Joan of Arc Saved France - Women of America Save Your Country Buy War Saving Stamps'. Artwork by Haskell Coffin, (1878-1941). Commissioned by the United States Treasury Department. Matted and framed in a simple black frame. Visible area 38.5 x 28.5 inches. Framed size 47 x 37 inches. Some creases on poster. Not examined out of frame.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Jun. 25, 2022
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (AMERICAN, 1878-1941) FARM SCENE
Est: $200 - $300
WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (AMERICAN, 1878-1941) FARM SCENE, oil on panel, depicting the kitchen with cauldron cooking at the hearth, and with a broom leaned up against a fall-leaf table, signed and dated lower right "W.H. COFFIN 1900".
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Jun. 21, 2022
Original Vintage WWI Poster Share in the Victory by Coffin c1917
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, wields a sword in one hand and a laurel frond in the other in this beautifully elegant WWI poster. The powerful imagery is meant to convey the triumphant winning of the war, which can only happen if the viewer buys war savings stamps. We are told that buying these stamps will help "save for your country, save for yourself". America's involvement in WWI was largely unanticipated, and quite expensive. The U.S. Government began soliciting bonds that everyday Americans could deposit to the cause, to be paid back by the government when the war ended with interest applied. This influx of cash flow allowed the US to buy tanks, feed soldiers, and essentially finance the path to victory. William Haskell Coffin (1878-1941) was an American painter and illustrator most well-known for his work in literary magazines such as Harper's and The Saturday Evening Post. Coffin was one of the most highly paid illustrators of his time, and his style pulled from the Pre-Raphaelite movement. This is an Original Vintage Poster, not a reproduction. It has been archivally backed onto linen and is in excellent condition. We fully guarantee the authenticity of our items.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Apr. 23, 2022
1925 Calendar "The Ranch Girl" By W.H. Coffin
Est: $400 - $800
Offered in this lot is a 1925 calendar with tear-off months and a painting "The Ranch Girl" by W. Haskell Coffin. William Haskell Coffin (October 21, 1878 May 12, 1941) was a painter and commercial artist who flourished in the early decades of the twentieth century. His work appeared on the cover of leading magazines in the United States and on posters that the US government commissioned. This calendar was an advertising give away by John Krabania "The Fashion" Kingman, Ariz. The calendar is on a two tone sage green board, with the art measuring 8" x 6". The monthly tear sheets measure 4 1/2" x 2 1/4". This calendar is in very good condition with slight bend to the lower right corner.
North American Auction Company
Apr. 03, 2022
20th C. Attr. William Haskell Coffin Portrait Oil on Canvas
Est: $100 - $200
Early 20th C. attributed William Haskell Coffin portrait oil on canvas. Very good condition (craquelure and needs re-framing). Art measures 11.5" x 15.5", frame measures 8.5" x 23".
Neely Auction
Jan. 29, 2022
COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Joan of Arc Saved Fran...
Est: $200 - $300
COFFIN, William Haskell (1878-1941). Joan of Arc Saved France. New York: The United States Printing and Lithograph, 1917. Joan of Arc stands with sword raised, her eyes trained on victory in the distance. 40 ½ x 30”. Linen backed. Chipping along extremities. A-.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Sep. 12, 2021
William Haskell Coffin (Am 1878-1941) Portrait
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
William Haskell Coffin (Am 1878-1941) Portrait painting of a beautiful young woman. Excellent condition, cleaned and relined. Art measures 22" x 30". Frame measures 28.5 x 36.5".
Neely Auction
Jul. 20, 2021
War Savings Stamps / Share in the Victory. 1918.
Est: $1,000 - $1,200
ARTIST: HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) SIZE: 20 x 29 7/8 in./51 x 75.8 cm PRINTER: Rusling Wood Litho., New York DESCRIPTION: “The rationale most often offered [for the War Savings Stamps campaign] was that no contribution to the war effort was too small, that even collected in nickels and quarters the money could be used by the government to hire workers and purchase raw materials that would help win the war... Committees, or War-Savings Societies, were set up all over the country to sell Savings stamps, which were in effect small-denomination securities available in stores, hotels, theaters, and even in booths set up on the sidewalks... By means of inventive campaigning, the government was able to bring in more than a billion dollars through the sale of Thrift and War Savings Stamps” (Rawls, p. 219-222). And while the economic realities of the initiative were unquestionably shrewd—that no amount is too small an amount when it comes to funding a just cause—it certainly couldn’t have hurt that this particular angelic embodiment of certain victory is drop-dead sexy: an alabaster-skinned, scarcely draped vision guaranteed to make every red-blooded American male dig deep. (War & Propaganda; American)
Poster Auctions International Inc
Apr. 09, 2021
William Haskell Coffin (Am 1878-1941) Sister
Est: $200 - $400
William Haskell Coffin (American 1878-1941) Sister graphite on paper signed lower left inscribed to Mrs. GH Rice from W. Haskell Coffon 1908" 14 x 10"
Merrill's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 15, 2020
War Savings Stamps / Joan of Arc. 1918.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
ARTIST: WILLIAM HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) SIZE: 20 x 29 7/8 in./50.6 x 75.8 cm PRINTER: United States Printing, New York DESCRIPTION: Halfway through 1918, while the quickly trained American doughboy was displaying his mettle at Château-Thierry and Belleau Wood, the costs of conducting the war were mounting so rapidly that it was necessary to find substantial new sources for money. In late July, a concerted drive to raise money through sales of War Savings stamps was officially launched. [The] War Savings movement was not designed simply to raise money for waging war. Its true purpose was... an attempt at remedying domestic problems that arose from rapid conversion to an all-out war economy. Initially this campaign might have seemed a way to make even young boys and girls feel a part of the War Loan Organizationgiven the low cost of its twenty-five cent Thrift Stamp. But there was also the Haskell Coffin poster 'Joan of Arc Saved France, which exhorted Women of America, Save Your Country' (Rawls, p. 215). This powerful design posits that everyday American women can embody the prowess and magnitude of Joan of Arc with the simple act of buying war stamps. This is the smaller format. (Art Nouveau; War & Propaganda; American)
Poster Auctions International Inc
Jun. 11, 2020
William Haskell Coffin (American, 1878-1941)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Portrait of a Woman pastel on paper board signed Haskell Coffin lower right sight: 23 1/4 x 17 3/4 inches.
Cowan's Auctions
May. 30, 2020
William Haskell COFFIN (1878-1941)
Est: $150 - $250
Vintage World War I Poster. Joan of Arc Saved France, 1918 [Small Version]. Paper size: 31 1/2 x 22 inches. Linen backed. Condition: as per photograph.
Turner Auctions + Appraisals
May. 14, 2020
Help Us Help Our Boys YWCA. WWI Poster.
Est: $160 - $260
Coffin, William Haskell (American, 1878-1941). "Help Us Help Our Boys YWCA". 1918. Lithograph poster in colors. Sheet: 27 7/8" x 20 7/8". Condition Closed tears. Chips. Splits. Fold lines, as issued. Sold with all faults. Cannot be rolled or folded.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Feb. 23, 2020
War Savings Stamps / Share in the Victory. 1918.
Est: $800 - $1,000
ARTIST: HASKELL COFFIN (1878-1941) SIZE: 20 1/8 x 29 3/4 in./51 x 75.6 cm PRINTER: Rusling Wood Litho., New York DESCRIPTION: The rationale most often offered [for the War Savings Stamps campaign] was that no contribution to the war effort was too small, that even collected in nickels and quarters the money could be used by the government to hire workers and purchase raw materials that would help win the war... Committees, or War-Savings Societies, were set up all over the country to sell Savings stamps, which were in effect small-denomination securities available in stores, hotels, theaters, and even in booths set up on the sidewalks... By means of inventive campaigning, the government was able to bring in more than a billion dollars through the sale of Thrift and War Savings Stamps (Rawls, p. 219-222). And while the economic realities of the initiative were unquestionably shrewdthat no amount is too small an amount when it comes to funding a just causeit certainly couldnt have hurt that this particular angelic embodiment of certain victory is drop-dead sexy: an alabaster-skinned, scarcely draped vision guaranteed to make every red-blooded American male dig deep. (Art Nouveau; World War I; American; Propaganda)
Poster Auctions International Inc
Jan. 04, 2020
10 William Haskell Coffin Anatomy Study Drawings
Est: $300 - $500
United States,1878-1941 Taken from a portfolio of numerous works, group contains a collection of figure studies in both graphite and watercolor of men and women, most pages double sided with various sketches.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 04, 2020
5 William Henry Haskell Coffin Study Drawings
Est: $200 - $300
United States,1878-1941 Taken from a portfolio of numerous works, this group contains a large realist depiction of a drummer boy, two portraits labeled "Moms" and Pops," two neoclassical works, and one figure study.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 04, 2020
18 William Haskell Coffin Nude Figure Drawings
Est: $300 - $500
United States,1878-1941 Taken from a portfolio of numerous works, group includes multiple male nude sketches, figure drawings, a woman's portrait, and various anatomical studies.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers