Up for sale is a vintage Time magazine, dated August 20, 1956, featuring the iconic “Jazzman Duke Ellington” cover by artist Peter Hurd. This richly illustrated issue spotlights one of the most influential figures in jazz history, making it a must-have for collectors, music historians, and vintage magazine enthusiasts.


Details:

- Issue Date: August 20, 1956 (Vol. LXVIII, No. 8)

- Cover: Duke Ellington with piano background, painted by Peter Hurd :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}


Condition:

Good – vintage magazine with expected wear: light edge rubbing, slight corner creases, tanning to pages. No missing pages or major tears. Overall solid collectible condition.

- Binding intact; pages complete and readable.

- No missing pages; minimal aging (yellowing) appropriate for age.

- Insert any flaws: small stains, light scuffs, small tears, writing, etc., with clarity.


Why It’s Special:

- Iconic jazz-related cover from the golden era of Time Magazine.

- Fine piece of mid-20th-century pop culture history.

- Well-preserved and suitable for framing or display.


Please refer to photos for full details of condition.