{"product_id":"revue-ancienne-feu-n-1-audax-guerre-vintage-bimestriel-couverture-illustree","title":"Old magazine FIRE n°1 Audax vintage war bimonthly illustrated cover","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 lot concerns an old copy of the illustrated magazine titled \u003cb\u003eFEU\u003c\/b\u003e, identifiable here by its very graphic cover depicting uniformed soldiers in action on a battlefield. The dynamic layout, vibrant colors (yellow, red, green, black), and drawing style strongly evoke the aesthetic of popular war stories from the second half of the 20th century. In the upper right corner, a printed insert mentions \"BIMESTRIEL N° 1\" (Bi-monthly N° 1) as well as prices for Belgium, Switzerland, and Canada, indicating an international French-speaking distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flexible cover features the title \u003cb\u003eFEU\u003c\/b\u003e in yellow capital letters outlined in black and red against an explosion background, enhancing the dramatic effect typical of comic books or war magazines of that era. In the lower right corner, a yellow cartouche specifies \"collection AUDAX,\" confirming its belonging to this well-known series for its illustrated adventure and war stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe main scene shows in the foreground a crouching soldier in a green uniform, weapon in hand, accompanied by other military personnel advancing under fire, in a setting of ruins and flames. This highly expressive cover illustration is characteristic of popular illustrated publications intended for a teenage or adult audience in the 60s-70s. No other text or details are visible on the front cover apart from the elements already described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe format of the work is compact, typical of fascicles or small magazines. The spine and cover show visible signs of wear (rubbed corners, fold marks, small tears at the top edge), which indicates prior use and a certain age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue N° 1 of the FEU collection, published by Audax, is a testament to the popular military illustration press, particularly sought after for its iconography and retro graphic style. The cover visual is particularly representative of the imagery of war stories of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Marked signs of wear on the cover: dulled corners, scuffs, slight tear at the top, fold marks. The overall appearance remains decent for an old piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Audax publications released numerous illustrated fascicles in France and Belgium starting in the 1960s, specializing in adventure, war, and western stories. These magazines, often published bi-monthly, were widely distributed in French-speaking newsstands and are now sought after for their illustrated covers and historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed. Sold by a professional specializing in antique press and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: FEU magazine, Audax magazine, old war press, vintage illustrated, retro fascicle, bi-monthly N°1, illustrated cover, military story, old war comic, French vintage magazine, Audax collection, old illustrated magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54310066553159,"sku":"9251204e-6b74-4a52-9122-160bafc12889-PA0.37","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_a201a752-192f-4d77-8441-6c6566bbe76a.jpg?v=1783515708","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/revue-ancienne-feu-n-1-audax-guerre-vintage-bimestriel-couverture-illustree","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}