Magazine 7 Jours 1941 old retro press news France USSR ski

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Description

This antique news magazine is a copy of the periodical "7 Jours", dated January 19, 1941 (visible at the bottom left of the cover). The cover features a prominent headline on the situation in northern France and the position of the U.S.S.R. regarding the war, characteristic of the press of that era. The graphic presentation uses a typical 1940s layout, with a large black and white photograph of three skiers, including a woman identified as Émilie Allais, surrounded by two men. Below the photograph, the text "CHAMPIONS OF YESTERDAY AND TOMORROW" is inscribed, with a detailed caption visible beneath the image.

The "7 Jours" logo is clearly displayed in a box with an orange striped background at the top left, reinforcing the magazine's visual identity. The original selling price (1.75) and the mention "GRAND WEEKLY NEWS MAGAZINE" are also present at the bottom left, as is the issue number (N°16). The slightly yellowed paper and typography confirm the authenticity of an edition from the early 1940s.

The cover features a balanced arrangement of text and photography, characteristic of weekly news magazines of this period. The black and white printing, combined with pale orange graphic elements on the side, gives it a retro and authentic visual appeal. Only the front cover of the magazine is visible in the photo, with no indication of the internal content or the condition of the back.

The photo shows that the magazine is stored flat, with a slight curl at the top left corner, but no tears or major apparent defects on the cover. The edges appear relatively sharp, which is remarkable for a periodical of this era. The readability of the headlines and captions is good, despite a natural patina of the paper.

This issue highlights both international news and sports, with a particular focus on ski competitions and its emblematic figures of the time, making it an interesting testament to the French press during the Occupation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Slight patina visible on the cover, slightly curled corners, overall visually correct condition for a 1941 magazine.

Did you know? The magazine "7 Jours" was launched in 1938 and experienced several interruptions and evolutions during World War II. It was distinguished by its photographic reports and an editorial line focused on national and international news, offering a valuable testimony to life in France during the Occupation period.

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