{"product_id":"magazine-paris-match-ancien-1939-retro-presse-france-hebdomadaire-actualite","title":"Vintage Paris Match magazine 1939 retro French press weekly news","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 issue of \"Match\" magazine, visible on the cover with the distinctive red and white logo in the upper left. This world news newspaper features a black and white photograph of a woman in military uniform on the front cover, identified by the inscription \"LE CAPORAL IRONSIDE\" and the \"TRANSPORT SERVICE N.Y.T.\" badge on her sleeve. The cover indicates the precise date of December 7, 1939, placing this issue at the very end of the 1930s, in the midst of World War II. The full title at the bottom of the page states: \"L’HEBDOMADAIRE DE L’ACTUALITÉ MONDIALE\" (The Weekly of World News).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual highlights a sober and elegant aesthetic, characteristic of illustrated magazines from before the war. The photographic portrait occupies the entire page, with a tight framing on the corporal's smiling face, wearing a cap adorned with a badge. The bichromy printing (black and white, red logo) reinforces the graphic style typical of the illustrated press of that era. No other text is visible on the cover, apart from the price \"2 fr.\" in the lower right and the reference \"A. 1346\" in small print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spine of the magazine, visible on the left, shows slight wear, consistent with the document's age. The corners are slightly rounded and the paper has a natural patina, with no major tears observable on the front. The magazine is displayed upright, leaning against a carved wooden background, which highlights the object and emphasizes its authentic vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe period typography, visual format, and military portrait make this issue a testament to the history of the French press, particularly notable for its publication date, situated in the first months of the global conflict. This type of weekly constitutes a valuable source of illustrations and information on the news of the late 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a typical example of the French illustrated press, also sought after under the names \"retro press\", \"vintage newspaper\" or \"old magazine\". The military iconography and clean layout are characteristic of publications from this period.\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 spine and slightly blunted corners. The cover shows a beautiful period patina, with no major apparent tears on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"Match\" magazine, which became \"Paris Match\" after the war, was founded in 1938. Its illustrated positioning and photographic reports made it a valuable witness to world news, particularly during World War II, where many issues highlighted significant figures and events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old illustrated magazine, Paris Match 1930s, retro French magazine, 1939 news newspaper, vintage weekly, vintage WWII press, military cover, old French magazine, illustrated Paris press, historical magazine, vintage photo magazine, old Match journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54308221059399,"sku":"1f354017-ef81-46c9-b76e-6f2978b9f3e8-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_7ec94569-f6fe-4f6f-9f2b-443ba9ba1e53.jpg?v=1783473444","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-paris-match-ancien-1939-retro-presse-france-hebdomadaire-actualite","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}