China: the safe use of electricity in the countryside. Colour lithographs, 1964.
- Date:
- 1964
- Reference:
- 2982237i
- Pictures
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
Languages
Holdings
- Complete set of 10 prints
Where to find it
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