6 september 1938 1938

"6 september 1938" is a 1938 poster by Dutch artist Henk Doornekamp. The poster depicts a man in a festive hat, blowing a trumpet, as if celebrating a joyous occasion. The artwork's title and date suggest this poster was part of a campaign by the "Ned. Vereniging tot afschaffing van alcoholhoudende dranken" (Dutch Association for the Abolition of Alcoholic Beverages), advocating for temperance. The poster's message is anti-alcohol, utilizing visual humor and bold lettering to convey its message, making it an interesting example of graphic design during a time when social reform was a key topic.