{"product_id":"disque-vinyle-45-tours-rca-gaite-parisienne-boston-pops-vintage-annees-50","title":"Vintage 1950s RCA Gaité Parisienne Boston Pops 45 RPM Vinyl Record","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 45 rpm vinyl record features Offenbach's \"Gaité Parisienne,\" performed by the Boston Pops Orchestra under the direction of Arthur Fiedler. The square-format sleeve boasts a colorful and evocative visual: it depicts a Parisian cabaret scene, dominated by red, pink, and black tones, with a French Cancan dancer in the foreground, wearing a ruffled skirt, corset, and black stockings. The setting is adorned with bouquets of flowers and multicolored ribbons, reinforcing the festive atmosphere typical of Belle Époque Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front cover is clearly legible, distinctly mentioning the title \"GAITÉ PARISIENNE,\" the composer Offenbach, as well as the performers: \"BOSTON POPS ORCHESTRA\" and \"ARTHUR FIEDLER, Conductor.\" In the upper right corner, the RCA logo, along with the reference \"45 E.P.\" and the number \"B5.220,\" are visible, indicating the edition and format of the record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic composition of the sleeve, both dynamic and refined, is characteristic of RCA productions from the late 1950s. The color printing remains vibrant, with a slight patina due to time, giving the ensemble an authentic and vintage look. No major flaws are visible on the exposed side, apart from some slight superficial signs of wear typical of an old record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 45 rpm record is an emblematic format for classical music enthusiasts and collectors of old vinyl. The item stands out for its visual jacket, which highlights the festive and theatrical spirit of Offenbach's work, and for the precise and legible details on the sleeve. The photographed scene, placed on a carved piece of furniture, underscores the decorative and heritage value of this vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The general appearance of the sleeve visible in the photo shows good preservation with slight signs of wear consistent with its age. The record inside is not visible in the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"Gaité Parisienne\" is an orchestral suite composed from Offenbach's themes, arranged in 1938 by Manuel Rosenthal for the Ballets Russes de Monte-Carlo. The recording by the Boston Pops Orchestra, under the direction of Arthur Fiedler, helped popularize this work with the general public, particularly thanks to the sound quality of RCA's \"High Fidelity\" editions from the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are ensured by a professional seller specializing in antique items and vintage vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: 45 rpm vinyl record, RCA 45 EP, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler, Offenbach, vintage sleeve, French cancan record, classical music vinyl, old record, high fidelity RCA, vinyl record, gaîté parisienne vinyl, 1950s vinyl\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324469137735,"sku":"c7a4af55-c093-4162-9718-c176123bfbf7","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_1809bd27-e7dd-41c4-bd3b-bff43c8e63ba.jpg?v=1783755143","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/disque-vinyle-45-tours-rca-gaite-parisienne-boston-pops-vintage-annees-50","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}