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Shame May Be Fatal

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This public health poster was created by the New York City Works Progress Administration Federal Art Project, circa 1937. It encourages people with syphilis to seek treatement as quickly as possible: 'Shame may be fatal. If you fear you have contracted a disease don't let false shame destroy health & happiness. Consult a reputable physician.'


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Framed Prints: Dec. 6 | Shirts & Mugs: Dec. 11 | Standard Prints, Aluminum & Canvas: Dec. 15 | Details

We’ve expertly restored Shame May Be Fatal from a high-resolution scan so that your print faithfully represents the original.


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Shame May Be Fatal Product Details
Paper Prints: Premium matte, 200 gsm (80 lb) paper. Prints have borders. Paper and image dimensions don't always match. Printed image sizes are below.

• 8"x10" paper has .5" border = 7"x8.8" image
• 11"x17" paper has .5" border = 10"x12.6" image
• 16"x20" paper has 1" border = 14"x17.7" image
• 24"x32" paper has 1.5" border = 21"x26.5" image
• 30"x40" paper has 2" border = 26"x32.8" image

Canvas: No borders, mounted. Image aspect ratio will change to fit sheet dimensions.
Aluminum Prints: No borders. Image aspect ratio will change to fit sheet dimensions.
Frames: Custom made. Acid-free mats, UV-shielding plexiglass. 3-5 weeks for delivery. Frame sales final.
T-Shirts: Custom made 100% cotton. Shoulder taping, double stitched sleeves. T-shirt sales final.
Size: Inches
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