Catalogue Number
NMLH.2022.81
Object Name
Poster
Title
PSI Cresce L'Italia
Date
1987
Description
This poster is part of a collection of 100 posters designed by Ettore Vitale for the Italian Socialist Party (PSI) between 1973 and 1991. The posters promote a range of events and campaigns using the colours of the Italian flag- red, white, and green, along with motifs of roses, rainbows, and stars. White text in a blue box reads "PSI / Italy Grows" whilst white text on a brown background reads: "In four years of a socialist led government, stability has made institutions better. But the state, individuals, and justice system still need deep reforms" Text at the bottom reads "14 June Vote socialist". This poster was produced for the 1987 Italian general election as part of the PSI's re-election campaign, having been eledted to government in 1983 under Bettino Craxi's leadership. (All text translated from Italian)
