The artwork titled “Red Cross Nurse, World War II poster,” created by the artist Haddon Sundblom, employs oil on canvas as its medium. Its dimensions are 83.82 x 62.86 cm, and it belongs to the Kitsch art movement, falling within the advertisement genre.
The artwork portrays a nurse in a white uniform, standing gracefully with her arms outstretched before a deep blue background. Her serene expression and the radiant light emanating from behind her create a sense of hope and benevolence. Positioned prominently next to her is the iconic Red Cross symbol, illuminated against the backdrop. The nurse appears to be standing on the globe, symbolizing a global reach or impact. The composition exudes a sense of nobility and dedication, characteristic of wartime propaganda aimed at promoting trust and support for the Red Cross during World War II.
