Magazine Semaine Provence old 1967, vintage retro regional press

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Visual Description

This vintage magazine, titled "semaine PROVENCE," is an original copy of the French regional press, dated September 1967. The visible cover features a typical late 60s publication layout, with a title in thick black letters and a red bar underlining the name of the region. The paper has a slightly yellowed tint, characteristic of the natural aging of old magazines. The front page highlights an article on color television in Europe, illustrated with a map and a bright red title: "Color Television Divides Europe in Two."

In the upper left, a vintage advertisement for Dromelaine "Avola Almonds" dragées is visible, typical of the 1960s graphic style, with an address in Rome. Below the main banner, a black and white photograph illustrates the "28th Alpine Cup," paying tribute to car rallies, a central theme of the issue. The magazine also features a two-column structure, with thematic boxes and a table of contents visible on the lower part of the cover.

The graphic style is understated, alternating black and red titles, cartographic and photographic elements, giving the whole a retro visual identity. Noted is the presence of a box on the meeting of European bishops in Holland and an interview with Bishop Ch. de Provenchères, as well as an article on French sport after Vichy and Dortmund. The map printed on the cover illustrates Europe's division according to the adoption of color television at that time.

The entire magazine is in used condition, with slightly creased edges, folds, and softened corners, testifying to its handling over the decades. The observed format is that of a large newspaper, typical of the regional weekly press of that era, with printing in black, red, and shades of gray. No other details are visible regarding the spine or interior pages in the provided photo.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The cover shows signs of wear, creases, and some handling marks visible on the corners and upper edge, with no apparent tears on the shown face.

Did you know? Color television was officially launched in France on October 1, 1967, an event widely covered by the regional and national press. At that time, only certain European countries were already equipped with color technology, creating a real media divide on the continent.

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