Non-Furniture Item (LIFE Magazine 1963 Issue)
Other / Ephemera (Collectible Periodical) · Modernist / Mid-Century Photojournalism (1963) · Publisher: Time Inc.; Cover photography by Elliot Erwitt or a similar staff photographer.
Type
Other / Ephemera (Collectible Periodical)
Style Period
Modernist / Mid-Century Photojournalism (1963)
Material
Paper, ink, and metal staples (binding).
Age Estimate
Dated December 6, 1963; approximately 60 years old.
Dimensions
Height: 13.5 inches, Width: 10.5 inches; This is the standard oversized format of LIFE magazine during the mid-20th century.
Origin
Published in the United States, Chicago/New York.
Designer/Maker
Publisher: Time Inc.; Cover photography by Elliot Erwitt or a similar staff photographer.
Value Estimate
Between $15 and $30 USD depending on whether the mailing label is present and the severity of spine stress.
Description
An iconic issue of LIFE magazine dated Dec 6, 1963, featuring Jackie Kennedy, Caroline, and John Jr. during the funeral procession of President John F. Kennedy. It represents a pivotal moment in American history.
Key Features
Red LIFE logo in upper left; date Dec 6, 1963 at bottom right; cover price 25 cents; address label at bottom left.
Color & Finish
Full-color photographic cover with high-gloss finish; features a prominent red and white LIFE logo.
Construction Method
Saddle-stitched mass printing using industrial web presses and photographic lithography.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Industrial binding; the spine is folded and stapled.
Wood Grain & Species
None (Cellulose-based paper from wood pulp).
Surface Treatment
Coated glossy paper for high-quality photo reproduction.
Upholstery Details
None (Paper-based item).
Hardware & Fittings
Two steel staples in the spine used for saddle-stitch binding.
Origin & Provenance
Published in the United States, Chicago/New York.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible creasing on the spine, edge wear (dog-earing), and a partially torn mailing label on the front cover. Minor scuffing on the black ink background.
Interesting Facts
This specific issue followed the assassination of JFK by exactly two weeks and is one of the most collected issues in the magazine's history.
Cultural Significance
A primary historical document of 1960s American culture and the collective mourning of a president.
Similar Pieces
Often confused with the Nov 29, 1963 issue (The Memorial Edition), which had a different cover image of JFK.
Care & Maintenance
Store in an acid-free archival sleeve with a backing board. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the red ink and yellowing of the paper.
Value Estimate
Between $15 and $30 USD depending on whether the mailing label is present and the severity of spine stress.
Sustainability Notes
Original vintage item; represents a form of paper recycling/preservation. Not produced under modern ESG standards.