{"product_id":"magazine-match-1939-mannerheim-finlande-ancien-hebdomadaire-presse-vintage","title":"Magazine Match 1939 Mannerheim Finland vintage weekly press","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\u003eThis old issue of \"Match\" magazine, dated December 14, 1939, features a black-and-white photographic cover showcasing Mannerheim, Marshal of Finland, on horseback. The iconic red \"MATCH\" logo appears at the top left of the cover, characteristic of the publication's early years. The scene captures the marshal in military uniform, with attention paid to the sharpness of the portrait and his martial posture, typical of illustrated press magazines of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe front page layout includes a red band at the bottom, bearing the inscription \"L'HEBDOMADAIRE DE L'ACTUALITÉ MONDIALE\" (THE WEEKLY OF WORLD NEWS), the precise date \"14 DÉCEMBRE 1939\" (DECEMBER 14, 1939), and the period price \"2 fr\". The inscription \"MANNERHEIM, MARECHAL DE FINLANDE\" (MANNERHEIM, MARSHAL OF FINLAND) is visible at the bottom left of the photograph. The old printing, slightly yellowed matte paper, and period typography confirm the authenticity of this copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe magazine shows visible signs of wear on the cover: blunted upper corners, tears, and small folds on the upper left edge, testifying to the natural aging of the paper. However, the whole remains legible, and the cover's visual retains its graphic impact, faithful to the aesthetic of the illustrated press of the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of magazine, with its historical cover and content focused on international news, perfectly illustrates the French weekly press on the eve of World War II. The item, by its condition and dating, appeals to those looking for an authentic piece of old press, illustrating a key moment in European history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe format is typical of a large illustrated weekly, with black and white printing and visible red graphic elements. No details of the back or interior are visible in the photo, so the description focuses solely on the cover shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is, with visible signs of wear, crumpled corners, and tears on the cover. Paper yellowed by time, visible handling marks. The whole remains solid but shows defects of use consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"Match\" magazine was founded in 1938 and quickly became a benchmark for illustrated press in France before becoming \"Paris Match\" in 1949. This December 1939 issue, in the midst of the Winter War between Finland and the USSR, highlights Marshal Mannerheim, a central figure in the Finnish resistance against the Soviet invasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast and careful shipping, professional packaging suitable for antique paper items. Professional seller specializing in vintage press and historical documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old magazine, vintage newspaper, illustrated press, Match 1939, early Paris Match, retro weekly, Mannerheim cover, French press, world news 1939, historical magazine, French vintage magazine, old newspaper France, period press\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54227346358599,"sku":"99ab075a-0e0e-4e43-8894-5b1788b3030a-PA0.31","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_027d5028-95f8-42e8-a98e-5f5d7ce0b574.jpg?v=1782375511","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-match-1939-mannerheim-finlande-ancien-hebdomadaire-presse-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}