China: the safe use of electricity in the countryside. Colour lithographs, 1964.

Date:
1964
Reference:
2982237i
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About this work

Also known as

Safe use of electricity in the countryside

Description

Set of 10 educational propaganda posters produced in China as part of a safety campaign. This was in response to the high level of accidents and fatalities from electric shocks following the introduction of electricity into many rural areas of China. Produced in 1964, they disseminate information on safety measures to be taken to prevent electrical shock. Each poster contains a number of images reproduced from original paintings and drawings explaining aspects of installation, use and danger.

Publication/Creation

Beijing : [publisher not identified], 1964.

Physical description

10 prints : lithographs, printed in colours ; sheets approximately 76.5 x 52.6 cm

Lettering

Nongcun anquan yong dian guatu

Reference

Wellcome Collection 2982237i

Contents

No. 1. Dian zai nongyeshang de yingyong: The use of electricity in agriculture.
No. 2. Dian de shengchan yu yunsong: The production and transmission of electricity.
No. 3. Changyong de dianqi cailiao: Frequently used electrical equipment.
No. 4. Ren weishenme hui chudian?: How do people get an electric shock?
No. 5. Zhengque anzhuang dengxian: The correct installation of electricity for lighting.
No. 6. Dianlixian he tongxunxian de jiashe: The erection of electricity power cables.
No. 7. Diandongji he bianyaqi de anzhuang: The installation of electrical machinery and transformers.
No. 8. Zheyang zuo zui weixian! (1): Doing this is dangerous (1).
No. 9. Zheyang zuo zui weixian! (2): Doing this is dangerous (2).
No. 10. Chudian jijiu: First Aid for electric shocks.

Language note

Lettering in Chinese characters.

Type/Technique

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Holdings

  • Complete set of 10 prints

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