Wild Life c.1936 by Frank S. Herrmann | Vintage WPA National Parks Wildlife Conservation Poster

Wild Life – An Iconic WPA National Parks Conservation Poster by Frank S. Herrmann

Celebrate America’s national parks and enduring commitment to wildlife conservation with Wild Life, a striking circa-1936 poster by Frank S. Herrmann. Created for the Department of the Interior and National Park Service through the Works Progress Administration, this historic design promotes the protection of animals and their natural habitats.

The poster depicts a solitary deer drinking from a quiet woodland pool beneath a towering forest canopy. Monumental tree trunks rise vertically through the composition, surrounding the small animal and emphasizing the scale, mystery, and protective power of the wilderness.

The message “The National Parks Preserve All Life” appears beneath the commanding Wild Life headline. Together, the words and imagery communicate a clear conservation message: national parks protect complete living environments rather than scenery alone.

Herrmann uses simplified silhouettes, dramatic vertical lines, limited colors, and textured shading to create depth and atmosphere. Deep brown, forest green, muted blue, cream, black, and glowing yellow give the scene a quiet, almost theatrical quality. The elongated typography and geometric organization reflect the influence of Art Deco, while the bold shapes and accessible public message are characteristic of American WPA poster design.

This museum-grade reproduction is an excellent choice for a living room, office, library, cabin, lodge, nature center, park office, classroom, or rustic gallery wall. It also makes a thoughtful gift for hikers, wildlife enthusiasts, conservationists, park rangers, and collectors of New Deal-era American graphic art.

Why Collectors Love This Print

• Historic circa-1936 WPA conservation poster
• Original design by Frank S. Herrmann
• Created for the National Park Service
• Features a deer in a dramatic forest setting
• Memorable “The National Parks Preserve All Life” message
• Strong Art Deco and American modernist influences
• Authentic New Deal-era graphic design
• Excellent artwork for cabins, lodges, and libraries
• Appeals to wildlife and national park enthusiasts
• Available in multiple premium display formats

Available Print & Display Options

• Fine Art Prints
• Poster Prints
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• Gallery-Wrapped Canvas
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• White Floater Frame Canvas
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• Natural Floater Frame Canvas
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Choose an unframed print for flexible presentation or select one of our ready-to-display canvas, framed, or metal options for a finished statement piece.

Artwork Details

• Title: Wild Life
• Artist: Frank S. Herrmann
• Date: Circa 1936
• Country of Origin: United States
• Commissioning Organization: Department of the Interior, National Park Service
• Program: Works Progress Administration
• Subject: Wildlife, deer, forests, national parks, and conservation
• Style: WPA poster design with Art Deco and American modernist influences
• Primary Colors: Brown, forest green, yellow, cream, black, and pale blue
• Orientation: Portrait
• Recommended Décor: Living room, office, library, cabin, lodge, classroom, nature center, or park-inspired interior

Disclaimer

This artwork is a Museum Grade Reproduction of a Historical National Park poster.

Colors, cropping, scale, and fine details may vary slightly depending on the selected size, material, and display format.

Yesterday’s Poster is an independent reproduction-art retailer and is not affiliated with Frank S. Herrmann, the Works Progress Administration, the Department of the Interior, or the National Park Service.