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A wonderful collection of six original McCall's magazines from 1948. This set is a treasure trove of post-WWII Americana, featuring iconic fashion illustrations, "New Look" style guides, and colorful full-page advertisements that define the mid-century aesthetic.
Product Highlights:
Quantity: 6 original issues from 1948.
Includes: February, March, May, July, December.
Key Features: Includes the "Meet Mrs. Kinsey" cover and feature, iconic fashion sewing patterns, and classic home-life articles.
Advertisements: Beautiful full-page color ads for Gorham Sterling, Ipana Toothpaste, Spic and Span, and a festive Christmas Chesterfield ad featuring Arthur Godfrey.
Versatile Use: Ideal for vintage collectors, fashion historians, or for sourcing high-quality vintage paper for framing and decor.
Condition Report:
Overall: Fair to Good vintage condition.
Spines: Show significant wear, paper loss, and tattering consistent with age and storage (see photos).
Covers/Edges: Includes some chipping, small tears, and age-related yellowing. One back cover shows a corner tear (Betty Crocker ad).
Interior: Pages are generally clean and bright; ads remain very suitable for clipping and framing.
Please examine the high-resolution photos for a close-up look at the spine condition and specific cover wear.
