Vintage magazine L'ECHO Femmes de pays lointains April 1961 religious

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Description

This old issue of the magazine "L'ECHO des Françaises" is dated April 1961. It is a monthly religious publication, published by the Action Catholique Générale Féminine in Paris. The visible cover features a large black and white image of a woman in a traditional Japanese kimono, kneeling on a tatami mat, illustrating the theme "Women from distant lands..."

The top of the page displays a green banner with the title "L'ECHO" in large letters, followed by "des Françaises" and publication information (address, issue number, date, price). The bright green subtitle "Femmes de pays lointains..." (Women from distant lands...) is clearly distinguishable above the central photograph.

On the left and right sides of the page, vertical Japanese characters add an authentic touch and reflect the intercultural approach of the issue. In the bottom left, a box contains an introductory text in French about encountering and understanding women from other cultures, with a sober typography.

The paper has a matte appearance, typical of religious or association periodicals printed in the 1960s. There are some visible creases on the surface, particularly on the upper part, indicating that it was stored folded. The visible corners are clean, with no apparent tears on the shown side.

The layout, photographic choices, and overall graphic design are characteristic of the French editorial style of the early 60s, with a didactic approach and an emphasis on international openness.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible cover shows prominent creases but no major stains, tears, or apparent structural defects on the displayed side. The printing remains legible, and the banner colors are well preserved.

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