Vintage Lisette magazine 1932, Girls' magazine, illustrated cover

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Description

This old issue of the newspaper "Lisette" is an illustrated periodical intended for young girls, published in France in the first half of the 20th century. This is issue 41, dated Sunday, October 9, 1932, as clearly indicated on the cover. The newspaper has 16 pages, information visible at the top left. The cover is distinguished by its color illustration signed "Levesque," depicting two elegantly dressed young girls in an urban setting, one handing an object to a counter, the other leaving a room. The title of the main story "L’occupation de Jeannine" is clearly visible at the bottom of the page, accompanied by a note inviting readers to read the story on pages 8 and 9.

The "Lisette" logo stands out on an oval blue background adorned with stylized roses, typical of youth graphic design of the era. Publication information is clearly visible: "Journal des fillettes" (Girls' Newspaper), "parait chaque semaine" (published weekly), original price of 25 centimes, and the office address in Paris (4, rue Gazan, Paris XIVe). The typography and illustration style are characteristic of the 1930s, with clothing details faithful to women's fashion of that period: mid-length dresses, matching accessories, strap shoes, berets, and contrasting collars.

The spine of the newspaper is stapled, which corresponds to the common assembly method for this type of publication. The paper has an ivory to browned tint, with visible marks of stains, foxing, and notable wear on the edges, indicating its age and use. The corners are slightly bent, and the cover shows some creases and soiling, but the overall visual remains legible and attractive for an object from this era.

The cover features an interior decor with stylized marble and tiling, typical of the illustrative style of French periodicals from the interwar period. The mention "Douzième année (587e livraison)" (Twelfth year (587th delivery)) at the top left attests to the longevity of the title at that date. The whole is printed in color, with a palette dominated by green, blue, beige, and red and yellow accents.

This children's newspaper, emblematic of the French youth press, is a valuable testimony to the illustration, popular literature, and lifestyles of the 1930s.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of wear marks, stains, foxing, bent corners, and small tears on the spine. Cover colors still clearly visible despite the aging of the paper.

Did you know? The "Lisette" newspaper was founded in 1921 and established itself as one of the most popular youth feminine periodicals of the interwar period in France. Each week, it offered illustrated stories, comic strips, and educational columns, contributing to the cultural awakening and imagination of several generations of young French girls.

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