Pathé 45 rpm vinyl record The Land of Smiles vintage Jacqueline de Bo cover

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Description

This vintage 45 rpm vinyl record features a cover illustrated with a golden graphic motif on a white background, typical of the 1950s-1960s aesthetic. The visible side shows a copy of the Pathé label, mentioning the "Super 45 rpm microgroove" series, a popular format at the time for classical and lyrical music. The main title, "The Land of Smiles" by Franz Lehár, is clearly legible in the center of the cover, accompanied by the tracklist: "Je t'ai donné mon cœur" (I gave you my heart), "Dans l'ombre des pommiers en fleurs" (In the shade of apple blossoms), "Toujours sourire" (Always smile), "Prendre le thé à deux" (Having tea for two).

The cover highlights the main performers: Jacqueline de Bourges (soprano) and Michel Dens (baritone of the Opéra), with the Orchestre du Théâtre de la Gaîté Lyrique under the direction of Marcel Cariven. The Pathé logo and the reference "45 ED 48 Artistique" are clearly printed in the bottom right, emphasizing the authenticity of the edition.

The visual shows slight signs of use, including some discreet marks and traces on the white surface, as well as a slight crease in the lower right corner. The golden details of the motifs remain well preserved, without major alteration. The black typography of the inscriptions stands out clearly, making it easy to read the main information.

This 45 rpm record is a microgroove (vinyl record) in a compact format, appreciated for its faithful reproduction of voices and orchestras. The cardboard cover, with straight edges, is typical of Pathé's production of this period, with a sober but elegant graphic style.

The names of the artists and the orchestra conductor are highlighted, attesting to a careful production for the French-speaking market of classical music and operetta. The record is presented on a wooden table, the photo having been taken in natural light, which highlights the matte texture of the cover.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Cover with traces of use, visible marks, and slight crease. The condition of the vinyl record is not visible in the photo.

Did you know? The "Super 45 rpm" format was introduced in the 1950s to offer a high-quality sound alternative to 78 rpm records. Pathé, a company founded in 1896, was one of the pioneers in microgroove record publishing in France, with a strong specialization in classical music, opera, and variety.

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