Vintage Lisette 1933 illustrated old magazine, Girls' magazine, 16 pages

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Visual Description

This old issue of the "Lisette" newspaper, titled "Journal des fillettes" (Girls' Newspaper), is dated Sunday, September 17, 1933, as indicated at the top right of the cover. The front page features a color illustration titled "Au chevet de dame Ruperte" (At Lady Ruperte's Bedside), signed "L. MAITREJEAN" in the bottom right corner. The scene depicts several female characters in traditional attire gathered in a village courtyard, with typical architectural details and a rustic atmosphere. Pottery and a fountain are visible on the left, enhancing the period feel.

The blue banner "Lisette" occupies the upper part, accompanied by mentions such as "16 pages" and "PRICE: 25 centimes" in yellow inserts. The information "N° 38. — Thirteenth year (1933)" and "Journal des fillettes" are clearly legible, as is the address of the office in Paris. The overall impression evokes the illustrated style of early 20th-century youth periodicals, with a meticulous layout and colors still vibrant despite the passage of time.

The cover shows a light patina, typical of old papers, with visible signs of wear on the edges and yellowing, particularly in the lower corners. No major tears are apparent on the visible side, but small stains and traces of time are present, especially at the bottom left and on the spine.

The newspaper appears complete on the displayed side, with the "16 pages" indication clearly visible. The typography and floral ornamentation around the title confirm an Art Deco aesthetic, characteristic of the 1930s. The whole is typical of illustrated publications intended for a young female audience during the interwar period.

The main inscriptions are perfectly legible, and the cover page shows no visible gaps. The overall condition remains good for a periodical of this era, with an authentically vintage appearance and undeniable graphic charm.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Patina, stains, and wear visible on the cover. Yellowing of the paper, slightly creased corners, but no major tears on the visible side.

Did you know? The "Lisette" newspaper was launched in 1921 by Éditions de Montsouris and established itself as one of the most popular French youth periodicals for girls until the 1970s. It offered illustrated stories, comic strips, games, and advice, and influenced several generations with the quality of its illustrations and stories.

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