Old newspaper Le Provençal 50s vintage retro French press

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Description

This period newspaper, "Le Provençal," is an original copy of the French daily press, typical of the 1950s. On the visible side, the front page stands out with its red-lettered header "LE PROVENÇAL," accompanied by the mention "The highest circulation of the daily newspapers in the South-East." The newspaper features a layout characteristic of the post-war French press, with numerous front-page articles, capitalized headlines, and black and white photographs embedded in the frame.

The visible articles cover significant topics of the era, such as "The Tragedy of André Citroën," political and international news, and various news items. Several period advertisements are present, notably for products like "Magnesie Bismurée" or "Prince Buckingham." The entire page is printed on ivory-toned paper, now patinated and marked by time, which gives the object its vintage character.

The newspaper is presented open, showing the entirety of the front page, with aligned columns, typographical breaks, and period illustrations. The graphic style, typography, and the nature of the subjects covered confirm the authenticity of a 1950s issue, perfectly representative of the French regional press of that period.

The visible surface shows traces of handling, slight undulations, and a homogeneous patina, typical of old newspaper. The edges are slightly crumpled, with no major tears visible on the exposed side. The print remains legible despite the effects of time, with nuanced grey contrasts in the photographs and crisp text.

This newspaper is a true testament to the history of the press, with its headlines, varied sections, and period advertisements. It is an ideal medium for retro decoration, scenography, or as a documentary source on the social and political history of the 1950s in France.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Homogeneous wear, period patina, visible creasing on the front page. No missing parts or major tears visible on the exposed side. Text and images remain legible.

Did you know? Le Provençal was one of the most widely circulated regional daily newspapers in southeastern France in the 20th century. Founded in 1944 in Marseille, it covered major political, economic, and social events in the region for several decades before merging in 1997 to become "La Provence."

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