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424 - Paul Davis (1938-2008) - Viva Chávez, Viva la Causa. 1968. 1…
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Paul Davis (1938-2008) - Viva Chávez, Viva la Causa. 1968. 114.5x76cm. Original offset printed poster. Not backed. Condition A, small folds to left margin. Poster to promote a show of support for farm workers in California, as part of the campaigns led by César Chávez (1927-1993) and the United Farm Workers (UFW). The period of 1968, marked by student protests, liberation movements and civil rights struggles, provides a strong historical context for this poster, which reflects Davis's political commitment and interest in international social causes. The poster accompanied an event in support of Californian farm workers, who were campaigning for better working conditions and fair wages in the vineyards and fields. With its dynamic graphics and bright colours, Davis conveys the energy and urgency of the social cause. The stylised shapes and integrated typography highlight the slogan "Viva Chávez, Viva la Causa", reinforcing the message of solidarity and collective action. Paul Davis, is one of the most influential American illustrators of the second half of the XXᵉ century. Trained as an illustrator and graphic designer, he became famous for his cultural, political and social posters. His work is distinguished by an expressive use of colour, bold graphic compositions and an ability to transform political or social messages into powerful and memorable images. This poster is in the collections of several prestigious institutions, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian Institution. The poster reflects the context of the American social movements of the 1960s, when struggles for civil rights and workers' rights were at the forefront. The representations of support and other solidarity initiatives show how art and graphic design were mobilised to amplify these causes, and Paul Davis illustrates perfectly this intersection between art, social commitment and visual communication. May 1968, Politics, U.S. History.
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About the sale Collection of an ink merchant, sale of posters n°17 and miscellaneous.
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Auction time 06/12/2026 at 1:30 PM
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