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“The Sunday World” – American Newspaper Cover (1896)

The cover of the February 9, 1896 edition of The Sunday World is a striking example of American Art Nouveau design. It features a majestic female figure in an elegant golden gown, holding a lit torch, rendered with dynamic lines and rich decorative detail.

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Description

Description

Artwork Description

The woman’s long flowing hair and the sweeping motion of her dress create a powerful sense of movement, giving the composition a festive and almost symbolic tone. The dark background contrasts sharply with the vivid golden highlights, emphasizing the radiant elegance of the central figure. Decorative lettering and ornamental framing further reflect the influence of Art Nouveau, which was flourishing in both Europe and the United States during this period.

Promotional Text

A notable feature on the cover is the promotional callout: “8 Funny Pages!”—a typical strategy of the time, aimed at attracting a wider audience by highlighting entertaining content. This playful detail adds a layer of period charm and marketing savvy to the sophisticated visual.

Context and Style

At the turn of the 20th century, newspaper covers were becoming more visually expressive, blending editorial promotion with fine illustration. This piece embodies that shift, showcasing both graphic refinement and clever consumer appeal. It stands as a historical record of American media aesthetics, as well as a snapshot of public taste in entertainment and illustration.

Details

  • Title: The Sunday World

  • Date of Publication: February 9, 1896

  • Style: American Art Nouveau, Retro

  • Country: United States

  • Theme: Elegance, torch-bearing figure, festive symbolism

  • Medium: Color lithograph

  • Typography: Decorative Art Nouveau lettering

  • Additional Text: “8 Funny Pages!” (promotional feature)

Significance and Popularity

This cover is a refined example of late 19th-century American newspaper design, notable for its symbolic imagery, elegant composition, and blend of art with commercial promotion. It reflects the growing sophistication of print media and the era’s fascination with ornamental beauty and female personifications of light, knowledge, or liberty.

Ideal Decorative Piece For

  • Admirers of Art Nouveau and American vintage aesthetics

  • Collectors of historic newspaper and magazine covers

  • Interiors embracing retro, literary, or artistic themes

  • Libraries, study rooms, creative studios, or vintage galleries

This piece captures not just a moment in time, but a visual philosophy—where beauty, media, and symbolism come together in one unforgettable cover.

Additional information

Additional information

Frame

Without Frame, Brown, Green, Red, Black, Yellow
Size

30×30, 30×42, 38×60, 40×60, 42×60, 44×60

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