Magazine: "Demorest's Illustrated Monthly" (New York: Demorest's Monthly Magazine, May, 1870). White paper and black ink. Cover has title and date across the top and logo illustration at center. Illustration shows 3 arches with statues under right and left arches and a parlor scene under center arch. The text of 40 pages includes a pullout fashion page [partial color] of new styles for May, 1870; music and poems; illustrations; short stories; 4 pages of advertising; and a supplement called "Jubliant Voices" [samples of new church music]. Subjects include current fashion [dress, accessories, & hair]; morality; and architectural designs. Back cover is an advertisement for "Mme. Demorest's Emporium of Fashions" in New York City. Paper is yellowed. Acid burns. Front and back covers are soiled around the edges. Overall physical condition and appearance is fair. Mme. Demorest's Mirror of Fashions. Fashion - Its Utility and Beauty rather than its Frivolity and Extravagance [printed on front cover].
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