Magazine 7 Jours No. 45 1941 old press retro cover Caucasus oil

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot features an old issue of the French magazine "7 Jours", number 45, dated September 7, 1941. The cover features a distinctive red insert, typical of periodicals of the era, with a black and white photograph depicting a summer skiing scene in the mountains, captioned "Ski en août" (Skiing in August). In the background, a rocky mountain range is visible, while in the foreground, a smiling woman in sports attire holds ski poles, accompanied by another person in the background.

The main headline on the front page reads: "CAUCASE - Carrefour du pétrole et de la guerre" (CAUCASUS - Crossroads of Oil and War), highlighting the geopolitical and historical scope of the editorial content. The magazine's masthead, "7 Jours", appears in the upper left with period typography, reinforcing the visual authenticity of the medium. The rest of the cover features a structured layout, typical of illustrated newspapers from the first half of the 20th century.

The visible spine shows a slight patina and some initial wear, mainly on the lower left corner, without affecting the legibility or integrity of the cover. The dominant chromatic scheme is red, associated with black, white, and gray elements, characteristic of old illustrated magazines.

At the bottom of the page, the issue number ("N° 45"), the precise date ("7 septembre 1941"), and the original price ("2 fr.") are mentioned. No other details are visible on the spine or back in this image.

The cover photograph, graphics, and typography confirm the editorial style of the 1940s, consistent with the period mentioned in the title. This is a vintage press item, both a witness to the global news of World War II and a reflection of the graphic design of French periodicals of that time.

Condition

Used item, showing signs of wear and tear on the spine and corners, but the cover remains generally in good visual condition for a magazine of this era. Sold as is.

Did you know? "7 Jours" was a French illustrated weekly launched in 1938, which covered national and international news, and whose publication continued during World War II despite the constraints of the Occupation. Today, it is a valuable witness to the historical context and journalistic practices of the time.

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