Electrola 45 RPM Vinyl Beethoven Menuhin Furtwängler Two Violin Romances

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features an illustrated sleeve associated with the recording of two violin romances by Ludwig van Beethoven, performed by the renowned violinist Yehudi Menuhin. The cover showcases a photograph of a violin resting on a foliage background, accompanied by a golden insert mentioning "Eine Furtwängler Aufnahme," indicating the direction of conductor Wilhelm Furtwängler for the Philharmonia Orchestra.

The visual design of the sleeve is structured around a green top band where the following mentions appear: "Ludwig van Beethoven," "Zwei Violinenromanzen Op.40 und Op.50," as well as the soloist's name, Yehudi Menuhin. The "Electrola" logo with the dog listening to a phonograph, the label's signature, is clearly visible in the upper left, accompanied by the reference "E 50 513" and "7 ERW 5371."

The lower part of the sleeve, in brown and orange tones, highlights the violin motif surrounded by white flowers and green leaves, evoking the delicacy of the romantic repertoire. The overall impression is elegant and refined, typical of mid-20th century German classical editions.

The inscriptions are perfectly legible on the front: "Philharmonia Orchester," "Wilhelm Furtwängler," as well as the golden medallion "Eine Furtwängler Aufnahme." No major defects are visible on the illustration, apart from noticeable wear on the corners, especially in the bottom left where a crease and discoloration of the jacket are observed.

The record is presented in its original sleeve, with no visible indication of the vinyl's condition itself (side not visible in the photo).

Condition

Used item sold as is. The sleeve shows signs of wear, including creases and slight discoloration on the corners. The visual remains generally clear and the text is legible. The condition of the record is not visible in the provided photo.

Did you know? Beethoven's two violin romances, Opus 40 and 50, are major works of the romantic repertoire for violin and orchestra, composed in 1802 and 1798 respectively. Yehudi Menuhin, the performer here, is recognized as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century, and the collaboration with Wilhelm Furtwängler is particularly sought after for its musical depth.

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