The back cover was invariably an advertisement for French commerce—boosterism for French made goods and industry. Signing his work “Jim,” a caricature drawn by the then unknown Jean Cocteau was published in Le Témoin In 1910; his likeness of actress Sarah Bernhardt was well received and brought him instant recognition.
The back cover was always an advertisement for French trade—promotion of French-made products and industries. Signed as “Jim,” a drawing by the unrecognized Jean Cocteau appeared in Le Témoin in 1910; his likeness of actress Sarah Bernhardt received positive feedback and earned him immediate recognition.