{"product_id":"1936-horse-eats-hat-new-york-wpa-federal-art-project-theatre-poster","title":"1936 Horse Eats Hat New York WPA Federal Art Project Theatre Poster - Depression Era Art Deco - Archival Reproduction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1936 Horse Eats Hat New York WPA Theatre Poster. Printed on archival-grade paper that resists fading and discoloration for over 100 years. Perfect for home, office, or gallery display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to remove age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to prevent damage and ensure perfect condition upon arrival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreated in 1936, this striking poster advertises the Federal Theatre Project's production of \"Horse Eats Hat\" at Maxine Elliott's Theatre. Designed during the Great Depression's WPA era, this promotional artwork exemplifies the government's unprecedented support for theatrical arts, employing thousands of theater professionals during America's deepest economic crisis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Federal Theatre Project, operating from 1935 to 1939, represented America's first national theater program, staging productions across the country. \"Horse Eats Hat,\" adapted by Orson Welles and John Houseman from Eugene Labiche's farce, premiered as part of Project 891, showcasing innovative theatrical techniques that would influence American drama for decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis production marked twenty-year-old Orson Welles's New York directorial debut, featuring experimental staging that presaged his revolutionary approaches in theater, radio, and film. The poster's bold modernist design reflects the Federal Theatre's commitment to accessible yet artistically ambitious productions that brought quality theater to millions of Depression-era Americans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis poster stands as testament to New Deal cultural programs that sustained artistic communities through economic catastrophe. The artwork captures a pivotal moment when government patronage enabled theatrical innovation, preserving evidence of America's brief experiment with subsidized national theater, making it an extraordinary addition to any collection of Depression-era cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Historic Prints","offers":[{"title":"8x12 Inch","offer_id":46328403689661,"sku":"ENPM0037_0812V","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11x17 Inch","offer_id":46328403722429,"sku":"ENPM0037_1117V","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x24 Inch","offer_id":46328403755197,"sku":"ENPM0037_1624V","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36 Inch","offer_id":46328403787965,"sku":"ENPM0037_2436V","price":97.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/5459\/3725\/files\/9df425b3-9a82-572f-8609-237869d458cf.jpg?v=1768958897","url":"https:\/\/historicprints.com\/es\/products\/1936-horse-eats-hat-new-york-wpa-federal-art-project-theatre-poster","provider":"Historic Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}