Yellowstone National Park (1938): WPA Art Deco Giclée Print

Capture the monumental beauty and historical optimism of America's first National Park with this spectacular Yellowstone National Park WPA Poster reproduction. This rare 1938 print is an iconic blend of Art Deco design and enduring American heritage.

Created under the federal Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the Great Depression, this poster was designed to encourage national travel and appreciation for public lands. It is a stunning example of the WPA's Federal Art Project (FAP) and its distinctive style:

• Streamline Moderne: The artwork uses bold, simplified geometry and flat, rich color blocks—hallmarks of 1930s Art Deco—to render Yellowstone's geothermal wonders and iconic wildlife (like the bison or Old Faithful). This approach translated the park's majestic scale into a powerful, accessible graphic image.

• Historical Significance: As one of the extremely rare original serigraphs commissioned by the National Park Service (NPS) and the WPA, this design is highly prized. It symbolizes the government's dual commitment to economic relief for artists and the preservation of national treasures.

This print is an essential piece of vintage Americana and historic travel art, highly valued for its rarity and its sophisticated graphic appeal.

• Park/Event: Yellowstone National Park, established 1872.

• Era: 1938, created by the WPA Federal Art Project.

• Artistic Style: Art Deco / Streamline Moderne; utilizing bold geometry and flat color for maximum impact.

• Technique Note: Faithful reproduction of the original silkscreen (serigraph) technique.

• Historical Context: Documents the iconic public works and arts projects of the New Deal.

• Print Quality: Museum-quality Archival Giclée Print faithfully recreating the sharp registration and saturated colors.

Own this powerful, historically significant symbol of American optimism and graphic design heritage. This WPA Yellowstone print is an inspiring statement piece for any collector. Order this Art Deco Giclée reproduction today.

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