{"product_id":"vintage-1966-tout-l-univers-no-240-cinema-poe-ravel-magazine-2c187","title":"Vintage 1966 Tout l’Univers No. 240, Cinema, Poe \u0026 Ravel Magazine – 2C187","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1966 Tout l’Univers No. 240\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vintage French Tout l’Univers magazine brings cinema, literature and music together in one richly illustrated issue. Published by Hachette in 1966, No. 240 combines film stills, painted portraits and colourful historical scenes. Its 20 pages offer a varied introduction to cultural and educational subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe front cover features a red masthead, yellow side band and white border. A Napoleonic interior scene shows uniformed figures gathered beneath chandeliers. A separate printed image of an eagle ornament appears near the lower corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCinema Genres\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cinema spread presents comedy, drama and adventure through French explanatory text and black-and-white film stills. Yellow panels divide the material into clearly defined sections. Additional topics include gangster films, science fiction, horror and swashbuckling adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe arrangement contrasts dramatic scenes, recognisable screen characters and descriptive passages across two densely composed pages. It offers an engaging example of illustrated film education from the 1960s. The feature is part of this magazine, not a separate cinema publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEdgar Allan Poe\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Edgar Allan Poe article combines biographical writing with several colour illustrations. A painted portrait introduces the writer, while a larger scene depicts him working at a candlelit desk. A smaller portrait of Virginia Clemm appears beneath the main image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrench text explores Poe’s life and literary work through short sections. The page design balances columns, captions and dramatic imagery. This combination gives the article a distinct visual identity within the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaurice Ravel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA further double-page feature introduces Maurice Ravel and his music. A large painted portrait appears beside biographical text and a smaller black-and-white image. A broad colour illustration extends across the lower part of the spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dedicated Daphnis et Chloé panel accompanies the pastoral scene. Pale green backgrounds distinguish this feature from the cinema and Poe pages. Together, these articles give the issue particular appeal for readers interested in several creative disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOther Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditional material includes the end of the Napoleonic era, illustrated historical developments and a contemporary information page. An article headed Comment s’acquiert la propriété discusses property ownership. Reader correspondence and a crossword complete the varied contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for one complete issue, rather than a bound encyclopaedia or complete magazine run. The format measures approximately 35 × 25 × 0.3 cm. All text is in French.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition overall, with light age toning and minor handling wear. The cover shows rubbing and small creases along the spine fold and edges. Slight waviness and corner wear are visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pages are complete and legible, with vivid colour illustrations and clear black-and-white reproductions. The issue remains together and opens across its central fold. Careful handling is recommended around the worn spine edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTitle: Tout l’Univers\u003cbr\u003eIssue: No. 240\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Hachette\u003cbr\u003eDate: 1966\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: French\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Illustrated encyclopedic weekly magazine\u003cbr\u003eFeatured subjects: Cinema genres, Edgar Allan Poe and Maurice Ravel\u003cbr\u003eAdditional subjects: History, property ownership, reader letters and crossword\u003cbr\u003ePages: 20\u003cbr\u003eIllustrations: Colour and black-and-white\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Approximately 35 × 25 × 0.3 cm \/ 13.8 × 9.8 × 0.1 inches\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with minor spine wear, creasing and light toning\u003cbr\u003eSKU: 2C187\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy It’s Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe appeal lies in the interplay between cinema stills, literary portraiture and illustrated music history. Each major feature has its own colour palette and layout. A characterful addition to a collection of French magazines, educational publishing or vintage cultural ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One Royal Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55151736291674,"sku":"2C187","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9656\/8577\/files\/2C187_1_c35d6330-1e29-49c8-892a-a9243bcd1992.jpg?v=1794318614","url":"https:\/\/www.oneroyalart.com\/de-europe\/products\/vintage-1966-tout-l-univers-no-240-cinema-poe-ravel-magazine-2c187","provider":"One Royal Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}