Description: Presenting a vintage issue of L'Illustration magazine from 11th January 1930, a window into the richness of early 20th-century French culture. This edition provides a blend of royal features, automotive innovation, and colonial exposition, making it a significant historical document for collectors.Content Highlights:This edition is filled with a variety of content, including:Royal Feature: An exclusive cover photo featuring Princess Marie-José of Belgium and Prince Umberto of Piedmont, symbolizing the close ties between Italy and Belgium.Theatrical Supplement: A section dedicated to 'La Belle Marinière,' a play by Marcel Achard, showcasing the thriving French theatre scene.Automotive Advertisement: An impressive spread for Chenard & Walcker cars, highlighting the cutting-edge design and engineering of French automobiles.Additional Features:The issue also boasts:Subscription Details: A comprehensive list of subscription options, underscoring the magazine's international reach and the era's communication strategies.Period Advertisements: Enthralling advertisements for products ranging from luxury automobiles by Renault to exotic lotions by L.T. Piver, capturing the commercial vibrancy of the epoch.Humorous Sketches: 'Les Croquis de la Semaine' by Henriot, offering satirical insights into societal norms through humorous illustrations.Condition and Preservation:This magazine has been preserved with attention to maintaining its historical value:Authenticity: All original pages, they provide an authentic experience of French historical media.Clarity: Despite its age, the illustrations and text are still discernible, preserving the charm of the period.Signs of Age: There are natural indications of aging, such as slight discolouration and edge wear, lending authenticity to the piece. There is additional staining to the top of some pages. Please see pictures.Photographs: Images of the magazine are provided to offer a clear understanding of its condition to prospective buyers.Packaging and Protection:The magazine will be carefully packaged in a sturdy cardboard-backed envelope with a weather-resistant sleeve, ensuring it arrives in excellent condition.I am pleased to offer combined postage on multiple purchases to provide the best value.
Price: 7.99 GBP
Location: Burry Port
End Time: 2025-01-04T23:30:09.000Z
Shipping Cost: 28.76 GBP
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Binding: Magazine
Language: French
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Original/Reproduction: Original
Region: Europe
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1930
