Vinyl record 45 rpm Marie EMI Pathé retro sun old photo sleeve

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features a period paper sleeve illustrated with a black and white photograph. At the top of the sleeve, the name "MARIE" appears in large red letters, while the rest of the graphics use black and orange characters for the titles. Two titles are mentioned on the visible side: "SOLEIL" (SUN) and "IL NE FAUT JAMAIS SOURIRE D’UN ENFANT" (YOU SHOULD NEVER SMILE AT A CHILD), the latter having the word "SOURIRE" (SMILE) in orange, creating a striking visual effect. A "ROSE D'OR ANTIBES" (GOLDEN ROSE ANTIBES) label is affixed to the sleeve, indicating participation in a competition or festival, typical of many French 45s from the 1970s.

In the upper left corner are the EMI and Pathé logos, two historic labels of French music production, as well as the reference "2C006-11215 M". The singer's photo is signed "Photo: G. Bousquet" in the lower right. The person depicted is wearing a dark t-shirt adorned with a light heart motif, reinforcing the overall retro aesthetic.

The sleeve shows visible signs of wear, including a brown stain in the upper right corner, significant wear on the lower left corner, and creases or marks across the entire surface. The top edge also shows slight deformation.

The graphics, typography, and overall presentation, as well as the mention of the EMI Pathé labels, place this record within French production of the 1970s, a period when this type of photo sleeve was commonly used for 45 rpm singles.

This 45 rpm vinyl record is aimed at those who appreciate vintage music media, retro atmospheres, and authentic objects from the French music scene.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Sleeve with traces of wear, visible stains, creases, and handling marks. A sticker is affixed to the front. The vinyl record itself is not visible in the photo; only the sleeve is described here.

Did you know? The 45 rpm format, which appeared in the 1950s, was the main medium for singles in France until the 1980s. The EMI and Pathé labels have influenced many generations with their productions, often illustrated with original photographs of emerging or established artists, contributing to the rise of French pop and variety music.

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