Charles Aznavour Barclay 4-track EP vinyl 45 RPM picture sleeve

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Description

This 45 RPM vinyl record features a sleeve illustrated with a close-up photographic portrait of Charles Aznavour, with hands clasped, against a predominantly beige and brown background. The name “CHARLES AZNAVOUR” appears at the top in black and red capital letters, with a simple yet striking typography. The front of the sleeve lists four titles: “Que c’est triste Venise”, “A ma fille”, “Quand j’en aurai assez”, and “Hier encore”, printed in white, clearly legible against the dark background. The Barclay label logo is visible at the bottom right, indicating the original edition. The reference “70681 M” is inscribed on the upper left side of the sleeve.

The sleeve displays a glossy finish typical of vinyl records from the second half of the 20th century, with slightly worn corners and a faint crease mark on the upper left. The colors remain vibrant, particularly the red of Charles Aznavour's clothing, which catches the eye. The overall design reflects the graphic style of French record sleeves from the 60s and 70s, combining expressive photography and contrasting lettering.

This 45 RPM record (single) brings together four iconic songs from the repertoire of Charles Aznavour, a major figure in French chanson. The item is shown front-facing only, with no visibility of the back or the vinyl's center label.

This type of record, also known as a single or SP (for “single play”), is sought after for its practicality and the compact format of its illustrated cardboard sleeve. The presence of the Barclay label, a historic house in French music publishing, confirms the authenticity of this edition.

Condition

Used item sold as is, with visible signs of wear on the sleeve (crease marks, worn corners, surface slightly dulled in places). The record itself is not visible in the photo; only the front sleeve is shown.

Did you know? Charles Aznavour recorded “Hier encore” in 1964, a song that became one of his greatest international successes, translated into several languages and covered by many artists. The Barclay label, founded in 1953, produced many major artists in French and international music.

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