40s VTG DEPARTMENT STORE Catalog_1941 WARDS_LG MENs Section_Workwear

Description: Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 1941 Vintage ~~~ Fall / Winter MONTGOMERY WARD Department Store Catalog Important Men’s Wear Department! -> 140 Pages ~~~ All original 1941 MONTGOMERY WARD fall/winter full seasonal catalog. World War II era designs. 1174 pages of classic early 1940's fashions and other general department store items. Great for historical design research. Womens, mens & childrens fashions, accessories and home furnishings, sporting gear, tools, automotive supplies, agricultural supplies and so much more. Significant reference for 1940's war time style & trends. This larger format MONTGOMERY WARDS catalog has large pictures and extraordinary illustrations, showing more detail. (In general Wards catalogs tend to be more stylish and fashion forward, in both clothing and in home furnishings compared to Sears.) Womens wear includes classic 40’s dresses and playwear plus a section of “Women in Defense”: womens wear for factory work ie. Rosie the Riveter. Dionne Quints were used to promote mattresses. This particular issue has a remarkable section of mens wear: denim work-wear (including Homesteaders, Pioneers, Powr House & Pepperall labels) suits, sweaters, shirts, Hollywood trousers, shoes, sneakers, work boots and many many accessories. We have a collection of literally hundreds of catalogs and we can say unequivocally that this catalog is a far superior to most in its contents. For those interested in mens wear of the period, this is an exceptional research tool. Though far from perfect, this catalog is a treasure trove of details & information 1941 America. All original 1941 Montgomery Ward catalog, NOT a reproduction, eBook or CD copy. Approximate Size: 9 1/2" x 13 1/4" Condition: As found, good condition. Not in the best condition->priced accordingly. Shows 20 or so loose pages at bottom but still connected to binding, 5 pages though present are loose from binding, these are in Home Maintenance section. Shows dogs ears, a few moderate tears, lays flat at p413. Shows general wear & some discolor, including covers. Regardless of these condition issues, contents are still remarkable! In the past we have sold other similar catalogs for up to $125. Comes from smoke free environment.Fine print: Please email with any questions. All sales are final. Buyer pays shipping & sales tax where applicable. Thank you, we appreciate your business.

Price: 48 USD

Location: Los Angeles, California

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