Vinyl Record Echoes of Joy Retro Christmas Music Old 45 RPM Vintage

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Description

This old vinyl record features an illustrated sleeve in blue tones, with typical retro graphics. On the visible side, the jacket prominently displays the title "ECHOS DE LA JOIE" (ECHOES OF JOY) in large black capital letters, accompanied by the mention "Musique de Noël" (Christmas Music) at the bottom of the cover. The central illustration shows four stylized characters, dressed as traditional choristers, each holding an object (star, lantern, songbook), all against a starry background punctuated by lines evoking a musical staff. The overall graphic style is reminiscent of the 1950s-1960s, characterized by stylized drawing, flat colors, and a festive Christmas aesthetic.

The visible sleeve is in good apparent condition, with no major tears or stains on the front, although there is slight warping of the cardboard in the upper right corner. The vibrant blue and black colors are well preserved, giving the whole a very distinctive decorative appeal. No record label logo is clearly visible on the photographed part, but the printed mention "45T 1577" in the upper left suggests it is a 45 rpm record, which corresponds to a single or EP vinyl format.

The visual highlights a Christmas scene, confirming the thematic musical content of the sleeve. The characters and starry motifs are typical of festive music illustrations from the era, reinforcing the vintage character of the item. The record is displayed upright, on a wooden table in front of a bookshelf, emphasizing its decorative and retro appearance.

The title "Echos de la Joie" and the mention "Musique de Noël" are perfectly legible, enhancing the authenticity of the piece for collectors of old records and holiday music. The entire visible front shows no handwritten inscriptions or stickers, leaving the jacket in its original condition on the front.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The overall condition of the visible sleeve is good, with slight handling marks and minor warping in one corner. The back and the condition of the record are not visible in the provided photo.

Did you know? The 45 rpm format, popularized from the late 1940s onwards, was long the preferred medium for singles and thematic songs, especially Christmas music. This type of record often came with illustrated sleeves featuring striking graphics, which are now sought after for their decorative and historical value.

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