Old newspaper BRIEF 1925 press theater Paris vintage retro rare collection
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Description
This document is an original copy of the weekly newspaper "BREF...", dated Thursday, December 24, 1925, visible at the top right of the front page. The newspaper's title, displayed in large capital letters, occupies the upper part of the page. It is a publication dedicated to theater news, as suggested by the sections and the mention "See our theater tickets on pages 6 and 8". The subscription address, "9, rue Louis-le-Grand, Paris", is legible under the subscription box on the left.
The layout features two main columns, separated by a vertical rule. The articles visible on this front page are titled "LE LAURÉAT" (THE LAUREATE) and "ANIMAUX DE THÉÂTRE" (THEATER ANIMALS). The typography is typical of the 1920s press, with cream-colored paper that has a slightly yellowed appearance, reflecting its age. The printing is clear, and the texts are entirely legible on the visible part.
The newspaper is laid flat on a dark wooden desk, accompanied by an old pen holder and a metal letter opener to the right, reinforcing the retro atmosphere of the scene. No major defects are visible on this side: the condition of the paper appears very well preserved for a publication of this era, with no tears or apparent stains on the shown page. The central fold of the newspaper, typical of how such items were stored, is visible but does not seem to weaken the overall integrity.
The general presentation and aesthetics of the front page faithfully evoke the French press of the Art Deco period, with a sober and elegant graphic style. The texts cover topics related to theater, with authors' signatures legible at the bottom of each article (Paul Casell and Raymond Genty).
The visible side shows no illustrations, focusing on the text and titles. Pagination or other information about the interior pages are not visible in the photo.
Condition
Used item, sold as is. The photographed copy shows good preservation on the visible side, without notable tears or stains, with natural yellowing of the paper consistent with its age.
Did you know? The newspaper "Bref..." was a weekly publication of the Parisian theater scene in the 1920s, offering its readers reviews and news of live performances. The subscription addresses printed on these newspapers are now valuable witnesses to the cultural life of Paris during the Art Deco era.
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