{"product_id":"magazine-paris-match-7-mars-1940-ancien-journal-vintage-france-ww2","title":"Paris Match Magazine, March 7, 1940, vintage newspaper, France, WWII","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 vintage magazine is an original copy of \"Match,\" dated March 7, 1940. The cover, in black and white with a characteristic red frieze, features a close-up portrait of a French soldier in a World War II uniform, helmeted, photographed from a low angle. The inscription \"MATCH\" appears in the upper left in a red circle, typical of the magazine's layout at that time. The photographic scene, strongly marked by the documentary aesthetic of the 1940s, highlights the solemnity of the subject and the importance of the historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe mention \"DEVANT LE BURNOUS ROUGE DE BOURNAZEL\" (IN FRONT OF BOURNAZEL'S RED BURNOUS) appears at the bottom left of the cover, emphasizing the military and commemorative nature of the issue. At the bottom right, one finds the precise date \"7 MARS 1940\" (MARCH 7, 1940) as well as the period price \"2 fr.\", two essential elements for enthusiasts of old newspapers and contemporary history. The spine of the magazine is visible, showing a classic stapled binding for this type of weekly publication of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe background of the photo hints at a wooden library, but only the front of the magazine is visible in this shot. No details of the back or interior pages are visible or described. The edges of the magazine show a slight curve, typical of a copy that has gone through decades, but no major tears or stains are visible on the displayed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic design, combining realistic photography and clean typographic elements, perfectly reflects the style of illustrated French press on the eve of the Occupation. This type of cover, focused on current events and portraiture, is emblematic of \"Match\" issues from the 1939-1940 period, before the title became \"Paris Match\" after the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe format of the magazine appears standard for illustrated press of the era (large page, stapled), but no precise dimensions are mentioned or estimated. The paper seems matte, with no particular sheen in the photo, which is consistent with publications of this type dating from the first half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible cover shows some signs of moderate wear (slight curvature of the corners, no chips or major tears visible on the front side).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The magazine \"Match\" was launched in 1938 as an illustrated current affairs weekly, and suspended its publication during the Occupation, before being relaunched in 1949 under the name \"Paris Match.\" Issues published before the war are now sought after for their historical value and their direct testimony to France in the years 1939-1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed. Professional seller specializing in old press and historical objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Paris Match 1940, old newspaper, French press WW2, retro magazine, illustrated weekly, historical magazine, vintage press, soldier cover, Match 1940s, old French magazine, French press 1940, French war review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54261969027399,"sku":"9a481f18-1858-49d7-a03c-b0e07cde0b17-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_dc71efc4-01f0-4147-a314-b6af7c1d65b5.jpg?v=1782851563","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-paris-match-7-mars-1940-ancien-journal-vintage-france-ww2","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}