Description
Vintage Art News Magazine – November 1-14, 1942
This rare vintage magazine issue features captivating U.S. Army photographs focusing on camouflage techniques during World War II.
Step back in time with this collectible Art News magazine, showcasing significant artistic insights and military strategies from a pivotal moment in history. This November 1942 issue captures the essence of wartime creativity, highlighting the ingenious camouflage employed by the U.S. Army, including stunning cover art depicting an anti-aircraft battery disguised under a 'flat top' made of cloth garlands. This striking image not only serves as a cover but also sets the tone for an engaging array of articles that reflect the era's artistic spirit and military innovations.
This edition further explores various topics, including the art scene in America, notable exhibitions, and features on prominent works and artists, making it a must-have for vintage magazine collectors and history enthusiasts alike. With contributions from esteemed writers and artists, this magazine is a remarkable resource for anyone fascinated by the cultural context of this time.
Condition-wise, the magazine has a slightly off spine on the binding, yet remains in good condition overall, showing only light wear typical for its age. Owning this vintage issue not only enhances your collection but also offers a glimpse into the intersection of art and military history, making it a valuable addition.
Key Features:
- Historical significance showcasing wartime camouflage techniques.
- Rich content spanning articles, editor’s letters, and art critiques.
Contents include:
- Camouflage of an anti-aircraft battery under "flat top" made of cloth garlands. U.S. Army photograph (Cover, see article on page 9)
- Editor's Letters - Page 4
- Art News of America - Page 6
- Vernissage - Page 7
- Can You Find the Nine Soldiers? (Frontispiece) - Page 8
- U.S. Army Camouflage - Capt. William McK. Spierer - Page 9
- Departures from the Primitive Pattern - Page 14
- Prizes along the Pacific - Page 15
- Flannagan: Return to the Rock - W.R. Valentiner - Page 16
- Tchelitchew Hides and You Seek - Page 18
- Detail from Tchelitchew’s Hide and Seek (Colorplate) - Page 19
- Two Great Bronzes, Two Styles, Two Techniques - Page 20
- Chagall’s Décor for Aleko (Colorplate) - Page 22
- The Passing Shows - Page 23
- Our Box Score of the Critics - Page 25
- Process and Progress in Rembrandt’s Etching - Page 26
- Berlandina: Stage Entrance - Page 27
- Anglo-American Painting Parallels - Blake-More Godwin - Page 28
- The Poster Front - Page 29
- In Art News 25 Years Ago - Page 30
- Coming Auctions - Page 34
- Bookshelf - Page 36
- When & Where to Exhibit - Page 37
- Competitions & Scholarships - Page 37
- The Exhibition Calendar
- National - Page 37
- New York City - Page 38
