CD Enrico Caruso The World's Greatest Voices Vintage Selection

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Description

This CD presents a compilation dedicated to Enrico Caruso, one of the most famous tenors in opera history. The cover art, visible in the photo, features a portrait of Enrico Caruso in period costume, set against a refined black and gold layout with a red border. The inscription "Les Plus Grandes Voix du Monde" (The Greatest Voices in the World) appears at the top, emphasizing the prestigious nature of this edition. Enrico Caruso's name is displayed in large golden letters on the right side of the cover, giving the artist excellent visibility. In the bottom right corner, the "Sélection du Reader’s Digest" logo accompanied by the word "Musique" (Music) identifies the publisher, adding a touch of legitimacy and classicism to the overall presentation.

The jacket highlights a sepia visual of the singer in richly decorated opera attire, with embroidered details, a ruff, and a feathered hat, typical of Caruso's stage portraits. The graphic design evokes a vintage collection, with elegant typography and nostalgic hues. The CD case is a standard type, with a glossy surface, showing some signs of wear or micro-scratches visible in the light on the front.

The CD is presented in its original case, with a cover that appears well-preserved despite some signs of use. No content from the back or non-visible sides is described here, in accordance with the provided view. The general presentation suggests an edition intended for classical music enthusiasts and fans of great voices from the early 20th century, with no precise year indicated on this side.

The printed signature visible on the cover, in the lower left corner, adds an authentic dimension to the item, even if it is not a handwritten autograph. The overall design recalls editorial collections from the late 20th century dedicated to historical artists.

The "Sélection du Reader’s Digest" edition is known for its thematic compilations, offering a representative overview of Caruso's repertoire, although the detailed content is not visible here. The jacket highlights the opera style and the singer's legacy through period iconography and sober graphics.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The case shows signs of wear and slight micro-scratches on the front, typical of a vintage CD. No chips or major damage are visible on the photographed part. The front cover remains legible and well-preserved.

Did you know? Enrico Caruso (1873-1921) was one of the very first opera singers to record his voice on disc, contributing to the democratization of opera through early phonographic recordings. His interpretations marked the history of recording and remain references for vocal art.

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