L'Illustration — Noël 1936, No. 4892, 94e Année. French Christmas special edition of this renowned illustrated weekly newspaper, published in Paris.
This issue features cover artwork by Labouret Chaudière depicting a magus in mosaic/stained-glass style, plus numerous tipped-in color plates and rich illustrations throughout.
Content includes religious art (stained glass by Jacques Gruber), historical costume spreads from various cultures, Venetian cityscapes with gold-leaf borders, and a feature on "Paris Il y a Cent Ans" with modern illustrations by Drian.
Measurements: approximately 15" × 11.5".
Condition: Cover shows significant wear including a vertical tear on the right edge, chipping along edges, old clear tape repairs, scuffing, and creasing. Interior pages are in much better condition with vivid colors still bright, though some pages have minor tape repairs at edges. Cover is detached from magazine binding. Light age-toning present. Overall a presentable reference copy.
Will be shipped flat in rigid packaging with cardboard backing.