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The red-and-black palette, along with the stylized script and confident slogan, gives it a lively mid-century flair. Published by The Lewis Kohrs Company of Berkeley, California, the book advertises “easy challenge tricks” requiring “no skill” or “make-ready,” promising readers simple, sure-fire feats they can use to entertain or stump friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.25\" x 5.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, * Please note that this listing is for the cover artwork, and not the magazine as a whole. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. 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The cover showcases a powerful composition: a chief in full ceremonial regalia stands at center, war bonnet resplendent with eagle feathers, surrounded by his family in traditional dress against a sweeping Montana landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by Charlotte Barske and published by Artists and Writers Guild of Poughkeepsie, this large-format picture book exemplifies the era's fascination with documenting what many believed were 'vanishing' Native American cultures. The rich earth tones and bold primary colors demonstrate the sophisticated color printing techniques available for quality children's books during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fascinating artifact that captures both the artistry of mid-century book illustration and the complex history of how Indigenous peoples were portrayed for young American audiences. The decorative map endpapers add additional period charm to this collectible volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.0\" x 9.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e R. L. Lambdin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42135954030707,"sku":"BK3372","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/poster-3638-research-detail-2026-03-21-13-35-26-01-vkRx4pA4dxpKtk2gsQQQEEgrMacYbA.jpg?v=1774126550"},{"product_id":"balkans-a","title":"Balkan Athletics Games, Official Program","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original 1956 program was created for the XV Balkan Athletics Games held in Belgrade, Yugoslavia from July 20 to 22, 1956. The design embodies the clean, modern aesthetic of mid-century sports graphics, combining bold geometry with powerful silhouettes that symbolize speed, strength, and unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Balkan Athletics Games were a major regional sporting event, bringing together athletes from across Southeastern Europe in a spirit of international cooperation and competition. Taking place in the postwar era, the games reflected Yugoslavia’s growing cultural prominence and its role as a bridge between East and West during the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in Yugoslavia, the cover design uses the red, white, and blue of the national palette to create a striking sense of motion and patriotism. The figures of the runner and thrower emphasize both individual discipline and collective achievement, capturing the optimism of an era defined by athletic progress and regional solidarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0\" x 5.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age appropriate fading, toning and wear. 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Surviving brochures from this era are increasingly scarce, making this piece a valuable artifact of early automotive marketing, industrial history, and global trade on the eve of World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0\" x 11.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age appropriate wear, fading and toning. 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The cover design features an elegant cascade of coral-pink roses tumbling across a bold vertical stripe, surrounded by scattered confetti that hints at the festive spectacle awaiting inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe show 'Ah! Quelle Folie...'—'Oh, What Madness!'—plays cleverly on the venue's name while promising the elaborate revues for which the Folies Bergère was renowned. Dating to the mid-20th century golden age of Parisian music halls, this program represents an era when the venue's shows featured spectacular costumes, elaborate sets, and performers who became international celebrities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of French entertainment ephemera, this program transports us to an evening of Parisian glamour when the city's legendary music halls were essential stops for visitors seeking the joie de vivre that only Paris could provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.25\" x 5.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42339089481843,"sku":"BK6830","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6830.jpg?v=1767218147"},{"product_id":"over-the-bridge-to-bridgeport-playbill","title":"Over the Bridge to Bridgeport- Playbill","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho wouldn’t want a lasting visual reminder of a fantastic night spent at the theater? 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Published by Editions Zurfluh, a respected name in French music publishing, the 'Alphabet Musical à Colorier' promised young learners they could 'apprendre la musique en s'amusant,' learning music while having fun, through coloring activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charming cover illustration depicts seven enthusiastic children forming an impromptu orchestra around a grand piano. A young conductor stands atop the instrument directing players on double bass, saxophone, trumpet, violin, piano, and harp. The scene perfectly encapsulates the era's optimistic belief in making education engaging and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back cover reveals the broader Zurfluh educational universe, featuring characters like 'Madame Solfège' and her seven children, 'Tante Gamme,' and the whimsically named 'Pompier Béquarre.' 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Essential material for collectors of pre-Code cinema ephemera and early exploitation film marketing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.0\" x 12.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good to Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. Small tears. Marks\/stains as per photo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42349938278515,"sku":"BK6853","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_7750a009-267b-4137-9505-9b69ae702b06.jpg?v=1781563049"},{"product_id":"dante-magic-program","title":"Dante Magic Program","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat a treasure for magic history enthusiasts! This stunning souvenir program celebrates Dante the Magician at the height of his international fame, marking 25 extraordinary years of mystifying audiences across the globe. The cover alone is worth the price of admission: a gorgeously illustrated phantasmagoria of devils, ghosts, floating ladies, and skeletons swirling around the master illusionist himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the real magic lies inside. You'll find the remarkable 'Evolution of Dante the Magician,' nine photographs tracing his transformation from a six-year-old boy to a 48-year-old master of his craft. The spread showcasing his international medals tells the story of a performer who commanded audiences before royalty and military alike, from the palaces of Europe to the Red Army of Russia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurviving magic programs from this golden era are increasingly scarce, and this example combines exceptional visual appeal with genuine historical substance. For collectors of magic memorabilia, theatrical ephemera, or Art Deco illustration, this is exactly the kind of piece that anchors a collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.25\" x 9.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. 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Produced by RKO Radio Pictures for the mid-1940s re-release of the 1932 adventure documentary, this trade publication showcases the various poster formats available to theater exhibitors, from dramatic one-sheets to billboard-sized 24-sheet displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bold two-color design captures the visceral excitement that made Buck a household name during the Depression era. Surrounding his portrait in the signature pith helmet are the exotic creatures that defined his legend: snarling tigers, charging elephants, massive pythons, and snapping crocodiles. The dynamic composition promises the thrills that packed movie houses when audiences craved escape to distant jungles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirected by Clyde E. Elliott, this documentary pioneered the adventure film genre and established conventions that would influence everything from nature documentaries to Indiana Jones. A compelling piece of film history that documents both the golden age of Hollywood marketing and America's fascination with exotic adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.0\" x 12.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Age spotting in outer right margin. Wear along original centerfold. Slight bend at center. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. 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The bold Art Deco palette of teal, yellow, and coral remains remarkably vibrant, while Touchet's confident linework and caricature style exemplify the golden age of French magazine illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA distinctive piece of medical ephemera that bridges the worlds of art, humor, and healthcare history. The complete issue includes period pharmaceutical advertising on the verso, adding documentary value for collectors of interwar French culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacques Touchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. Marks\/stains as per photo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45093790056563,"sku":"BK8083","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_be72545e-81d3-430f-9b4d-f601babe08aa.jpg?v=1781219466"},{"product_id":"ridendo-magazine-3","title":"Saint Charlemagne- Ridendo Magazine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming issue of Ridendo, the French humor magazine created exclusively for physicians, celebrates Saint Charlemagne's Day with a delightful cover illustration. The scene depicts the medieval emperor, resplendent in burgundy robes and golden crown with halo, graciously pouring wine for a young student in blue school uniform. The playful imagery reflects the traditional French academic holiday honoring the patron saint of students and scholars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished in the late 1930s, Ridendo (Latin for 'laughing') provided French doctors with lighthearted entertainment amid their demanding profession. The magazine's subtitle, 'Revue gaie pour le Médecin,' speaks to its mission of bringing joy to the medical community. The back cover features a whimsical Biotrigon pharmaceutical advertisement showing dinosaurs being stacked by a crane, humorously illustrating the product's claim to increase weight and physical resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful example of inter-war French medical ephemera, this issue captures both the wit of period illustration and the fascinating world of pharmaceutical marketing to physicians. An intriguing piece for collectors of medical history, French periodicals, or vintage advertising.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacques Touchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. Marks\/stains as per photo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45093791072371,"sku":"BK8084","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_b4d34587-f80f-4c64-8165-a9d793091d81.jpg?v=1781220233"},{"product_id":"ridendo-magazine-4","title":"King of Epiphany- Ridendo Magazine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming issue of Ridendo, the French humor magazine created exclusively for physicians, captures the spirit of Epiphany celebrations in mid-1930s Paris. The cover illustration depicts a jovial figure wearing the traditional paper crown from the Galette des Rois, gleefully examining what appears to be medical charts while surrounded by holiday treats. The bold two-color printing in burgundy and gold on pale blue stock exemplifies the economical yet visually striking approach of interwar French periodical publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRidendo, meaning 'laughing' in Latin, served as professional light reading for the French medical community, combining humor and satire with pharmaceutical advertising. This issue features a back cover advertisement for Eucalyptine Le Brun, a pulmonary antiseptic marketed for respiratory conditions from bronchitis to tuberculosis. Such medical advertising provides fascinating insight into pharmaceutical marketing of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive piece of French medical publishing history, this magazine bridges the worlds of professional practice and popular culture, offering a window into how interwar French physicians balanced their serious work with seasonal celebrations and collegial humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.25\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacques Touchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. Marks\/stains as per photo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45093791760499,"sku":"BK8085","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_f495b9e5-28ff-4d24-8e4e-ff7ab36b61f5.jpg?v=1781220352"},{"product_id":"ridendo-magazine-6","title":"The Great Sphinx Nurse- Ridendo Magazine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delightful cover from the French medical humor magazine Ridendo transforms the Great Sphinx of Giza into an unlikely nurse, complete with a medical cross on its headdress. Illustrated by Jacques Touchet, the cover showcases his characteristic wit and bold graphic style. A bewildered tourist gazes up at the colossal figure while personal effects lie scattered at its paws, suggesting the Sphinx's riddles remain as challenging as ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRidendo, subtitled 'Revue gaie pour le Médecin' (A cheerful review for the Doctor), was a unique publication created specifically to entertain French physicians during the interwar years. This issue, number 50 from the magazine's third year, captures the playful spirit that made the publication a welcome respite for its medical readership. The bold orange and blue color scheme exemplifies the confident graphic design of mid-1930s French illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA charming piece that bridges medical ephemera, French illustration, and the enduring Western fascination with ancient Egypt. The included pharmaceutical advertisement on the verso adds historical context about period medical practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.25\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacques Touchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. Marks\/stains as per photo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45093793529971,"sku":"BK8087","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_5751dfa7-fabb-4edd-bae9-74a69587c7ec.jpg?v=1781220634"},{"product_id":"ridendo-magazine-9","title":"Art Critics- Ridendo Magazine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis November 1936 cover of Ridendo magazine offers a delightful window into French interwar humor, specifically crafted for the medical profession. The illustration by Jacques Touchet playfully satirizes the Salon d'Automne art exhibition, depicting a bohemian artist figure in his characteristic black hat and polka-dot scarf, contemplating both a modernist stone sculpture and a provocative nude painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRidendo, which translates roughly as 'Laughing,' was a unique periodical that combined sophisticated humor with insider medical references, distributed primarily through pharmaceutical companies to French physicians. The cover's bold graphic design employs a striking orange and green palette typical of the era's commercial illustration, while the satirical content reflects the ongoing cultural dialogue between traditional and modern art that characterized the mid-1930s Paris art scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA charming example of niche French publishing from the interwar period, this piece bridges the worlds of medical ephemera, satirical illustration, and Art Deco graphic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.25\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacques Touchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. Marks\/stains as per photo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45093796118643,"sku":"BK8090","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_acf74140-4d30-4374-acb7-e0e00bd53876.jpg?v=1781221038"},{"product_id":"ridendo-magazine-10","title":"Doctor Saint Nick- Ridendo Magazine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delightful Christmas cover from Ridendo magazine showcases the wit and charm of French medical humor publishing in the mid-1930s. The illustration by Jacques Touchet presents a pink-suited Père Noël (Father Christmas) kneeling at a fireplace, where instead of traditional stockings, he discovers a caduceus, the serpent-entwined staff symbolizing medicine. A sleeping baby rests in a canopied bassinet while the mantel clock strikes midnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRidendo, whose name derives from the Latin phrase 'castigat ridendo mores' (laughter corrects morals), was a specialized humor magazine created exclusively for French physicians. Published throughout the 1930s, it offered doctors a respite from their demanding profession through cartoons, jokes, and illustrations that played on medical themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Christmas issue exemplifies the publication's approach of blending seasonal celebration with professional identity. The limited color palette of magenta, blue, and black demonstrates the economical yet effective printing techniques of period magazine illustration. A standout piece for collectors of medical ephemera, French illustration, or vintage Christmas imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacques Touchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, An original vintage or antique magazine, book, or other bound publication. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the publication's age. 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