Richard Anthony Columbia vintage 45 rpm vinyl record photo sleeve 60s

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Description

45 rpm vinyl record shown on its front face, illustrated with a color photo sleeve depicting Richard Anthony in a close-up portrait. The visual, typical of 1960s French productions, combines a refined composition and natural colors, with a beige background and a vivid red garment worn by the artist. The lettering of the name "Richard Anthony" appears at the top of the sleeve, in black and red capitals, with a distinct graphic typography characteristic of the pop aesthetic of that decade.

The upper part of the sleeve lists the four tracks on the record: "Ce Monde," "A Toi de Choisir," "Oui, Va Plus Loin," and "Les Garçons Pleurent." This information is printed in black on a white background, separated by stars, in a sober and legible style. In the upper right corner is the reference "ESRF 1539" followed by an "M" in a circle, characteristic of Columbia's pressings of the era.

The Columbia logo is visible in the lower right, confirming the publishing label. The mention "Photo Bertrand" appears discreetly in the lower left, indicating the photographer. The sleeve has a glossy appearance, with no additional decor or apparent texture effect on the visible area.

The object is photographed in natural light, placed on a wooden surface, with an antique bookshelf in the background. No record is visible in the photo, only the front cover is shown. No major defects (tears, stains, writing) are observable on the front face, apart from slight handling marks on the bottom of the visual, typical of an old vinyl record.

This type of 45 rpm record, also known as a single, was the standard format for popular songs during the 1960s. The graphic presentation and the choice of a close-up photograph are characteristic of this era, highlighting the artist's personality.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Sleeve visible only on the front face, with slight wear compatible with age and handling. Record untested. Please examine the photo carefully to appreciate the exact condition of the sleeve.

Did you know? Richard Anthony, a major figure in French music of the 1960s, popularized many adaptations of Anglo-Saxon hits. At the time, the Columbia label was one of the main publishers of 45 rpm vinyl records in France, contributing to the spread of pop and yéyé music.

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