Vintage Cab Calloway Phone Card Télécarte 50 units L'Art Vocal

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Description

The phone card shown in the photo is a chip card, featuring a design dedicated to Cab Calloway, an iconic figure of vocal jazz. The front shows a golden-ochre and mauve background, with a stylized frame around a central medallion featuring a black and white portrait of Cab Calloway, dressed in a light suit and displaying a broad smile. The inscription "CAB CALLOWAY" is placed in an arc above the portrait, while "L’ART VOCAL" (Vocal Art) appears at the bottom right, in an elegant, retro-inspired typeface.

At the bottom left, "TELECARTE 50" indicates a capacity of 50 units, characteristic of French phone cards used in the 1990s. The golden electronic chip is clearly visible at the top left, typical of chip cards from that era. The main colors are gold, mauve, and black, adding a refined touch, while the graphics are inspired by Art Deco motifs, evoking the visual world of jazz and the great voices of the 20th century.

The visual highlights the commemorative aspect of this card, intended to celebrate vocal art and the legacy of Cab Calloway, the famous American bandleader and singer. No other elements or logos are visible on the displayed side. The card's overall condition appears good in the photograph, with some signs of wear or micro-scratches consistent with a used card, but no major apparent defects.

The meticulous design and the presence of the golden chip recall French telecommunications of past decades, when these cards were used in public phone booths. This type of item is often sought after for its retro appeal and musical theme, particularly when it features prominent jazz figures like Cab Calloway.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Slight signs of wear visible on the front, consistent with normal use of an old phone card. See photo for details.

Did you know? Cab Calloway (1907-1994) was one of the most influential bandleaders and singers in American jazz. He made his mark on music history with his exuberant vocal style and energetic stage performances, notably with his hit "Minnie the Moocher" in 1931. Phone cards featuring musicians often celebrated anniversaries or thematic series in the 1990s.

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