{"product_id":"magazine-match-14-mars-1940-vintage-presse-ancienne-france-retro","title":"Magazine Match March 14, 1940 vintage old press France retro","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn old French news magazine, a copy of the title \"MATCH\", dated March 14, 1940. The cover features a black and white photograph of Sumner Welles, with a bright red insert in the upper left bearing the \"MATCH\" logo in white capital letters. The layout reflects the graphic style of illustrated press from the late 1930s and early 1940s, characterized by the use of contrasting black and white and the integration of solid colored areas for the banner and logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible cover shows a simple and elegant composition, typical of magazine press from this period. The name \"SUMNER WELLES\" is printed in the lower left, while the date \"14 MARS 1940\" and the price \"2 fr.\" are clearly visible in a red banner at the bottom of the page. The spine and inner pages are not visible in this image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe magazine shows slight signs of wear from use visible on the spine and corners, including a small paper loss at the bottom left and a slight crease in the upper right corner. The cover still appears well-attached, with an authentic patina linked to age and handling. The print colors for the red logo and banner have remained vibrant, contrasting with the monochrome photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue, published in the context of the Second World War, constitutes a rare testimony to the French press under the Occupation and illustrates the evolution of editorial graphics on the eve of the 1940s. The format, the slightly satin texture of the paper, and the typography are characteristic of illustrated magazines of that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible wear on the cover (corners, spine, bottom of page). Complete front cover, with authentic period patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The magazine \"Match\" was created in 1938, before becoming \"Paris Match\" in 1949. It is renowned for its striking photographic covers and illustrated reports, which influenced visual journalism in France. This issue, dated March 1940, was published a few months before the suspension of the review during the Occupation, making these early editions particularly representative of the history of the French press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller specializing in antique press and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old magazine, illustrated press, Match 1940, vintage Paris Match, retro newspaper, French news magazine, historical magazine, old French press, Sumner Welles cover, old French magazine, vintage news magazine, paper press 1940s\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54307001729351,"sku":"00971f42-918e-4ea3-86a6-30a947f08746-PA0.31","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_83a6b5c9-6df2-4830-bbb3-353c538b53cc.jpg?v=1783450938","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-match-14-mars-1940-vintage-presse-ancienne-france-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}