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Vintage French Magazine Cover: "La Vie Parisienne" from March 16, 1918 This image depicts a stylized cover of the French magazine "La Vie Parisienne, " dated Saturday, March 16, 1918. The illustration showcases a woman in early twentieth-century fashion—a chic dress with puffed sleeves and a bow accentuating her waist—posing confidently with one hand on her hip and the other holding an elegant hat adorned with feathers. Her attire is complemented by black stockings and heeled shoes, capturing the essence of Parisian style at that time. Behind her sits a man who appears to be overwhelmed or exhausted; his face is covered by his top hat as he slumps forward onto an ornate wooden chair. This comical juxtaposition may imply a narrative or social commentary typical for this magazine's satirical content. The title "La Vie Parisienne, " which translates to "Parisian Life, " suggests that the publication focused on lifestyle, culture, and perhaps humor related to life in Paris. The intricate border surrounding the artwork adds to its vintage charm while also framing two phrases written in French: - On the left: "Le Fauteuil de ses belles Cérémonies de haute tenue. " (The armchair of its beautiful high-class ceremonies. ) - On the right: "Ce n'était qu'Un Garde des sceaux L'amour seul aura raison. . . " (It was only A Keeper of Seals Love alone will prevail. . . ) These phrases likely relate to articles within or are part of serialized stories common in such magazines during that era.
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