Affiche bij de schenking van het 'Monument de la Hollande amie' aan Verdun 1919

This poster, designed by Huib Luns in 1919, commemorates the gift of the "Monument de la Hollande amie" to Verdun, France. The poster is a testament to the solidarity between the Netherlands and France during World War I. Luns uses a bold graphic style to emphasize the message of sympathy, admiration, and recognition for France's defense. The design incorporates a central image of Auguste Rodin's "The Burghers of Calais", symbolizing the city's bravery and resilience. The inclusion of the years "1914" and "1918" further emphasizes the context of war and its impact. This poster, now in the Rijksmuseum collection, is a powerful visual representation of the historical bond between the two nations.