Hugues Aufray 7" vinyl single vintage Barclay 70s sleeve

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Visual Description

45 rpm vinyl record presented in its original illustrated sleeve, visible on the front. The sleeve features a red border with a yellow trim, typical of French productions from the 1970s. In the upper left, the name "HUGUES AUFRAY" appears in red capital letters. The central part of the sleeve shows a color photograph of the artist sitting barefoot in a wooden boat, looking to the right. Four titles are listed under the artist's name: "La nuit est belle" (The Night is Beautiful), "Le port de Tacoma" (Tacoma Port), "Le petit âne gris" (The Little Grey Donkey), "Chanson de la mariée" (Bride's Song).

In the lower left, the Barclay label logo is distinguishable, recognizable by its stylized black shape and the handwritten mention "Barclay". The background of the sleeve hints at elements of a maritime setting, reinforcing the folk ambiance associated with Hugues Aufray. The upper left edge shows a printed reference, but it is not clearly legible in the provided photo.

The sleeve shows signs of vintage wear: slightly whitened corners, some visible marks and patina on the surface, indicating old storage. The overall appearance remains consistent with an un-restored vintage vinyl record. No accessories or vinyl are visible outside the sleeve; only the front is shown in the image.

The photographic presentation enhances the object by placing it on an antique carved table, in an indoor setting with colored stained glass in the background, suggesting a carefully chosen environment for the shot.

Condition

Used item, sold in original condition, untested. The sleeve shows signs of wear and handling visible on the edges and surface. The vinyl inside is not visible in the photo.

Did you know? Hugues Aufray, a major figure in French song, popularized many folk tunes in the 1960s and 1970s. The Barclay label, founded in 1953, released a large part of his repertoire and remains an essential reference for French musical production of that period.

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