Fernand Raynaud RIRE Philips vintage red sleeve 45 rpm vinyl record

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Description

This old 45 rpm vinyl record features a predominantly red cardboard sleeve with a large circular photograph in the center showing two men in suits, smiling and holding a glass in their hands. One of the men is Fernand Raynaud, an iconic French comedian, whose name appears in the top left in white capital letters. The other man is not identified on the visible cover. In the top right, a yellow insert with the inscription "RIRE" (LAUGH) and the Philips logo is clearly visible, confirming its release by this renowned label. The upper right corner mentions "MEDIUM 432.974 BE" as well as the list of tracks on the visible side: "le raciste" (the racist), "ma soeur s'est mariée" (my sister got married), "le saucisson" (the sausage).

The sleeve shows visible signs of wear on the edges and corners, including creases, scuffs, and small white marks on the lower part. The central photograph is clear, with no apparent stains. The graphic design, typical of the late 1960s to early 1970s, combines bold colors and simple typography, characteristic of comedy record sleeves from this period. The Philips logo appears at the bottom right of the visible side, confirming the authenticity of the release. The inscription "enregistrement public à l’A.B.C." (live recording at the A.B.C.) is also printed on the sleeve.

This vinyl record, in 45 rpm format (mentioned in the keywords), is a classic medium for popular sketches and songs of the era. The visible side does not show the record itself; only the sleeve is shown in the provided photograph. The cardboard support shows a patina and presentation consistent with a used item, with traces of handling and storage typical of old vinyl records.

The graphic style and presentation of this record clearly evoke the vintage aesthetic of the 60s-70s, a period during which Fernand Raynaud was particularly active on the French comedy scene. All the visual and typographic elements are perfectly representative of Philips productions from this era.

The sleeve highlights three tracks, typical of Fernand Raynaud's comedic repertoire, whose satirical tone and situational humor were popular during his public performances. These elements, visible and legible on the sleeve, constitute concrete testimony to French popular culture of the time.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Sleeve shows visible signs of wear: creases, marks, and scuffs on the front. The record is not visible in the photo. Please observe the details carefully to assess the overall condition.

Did you know? Fernand Raynaud was one of France's most popular comedians from the 1950s to 1970s, famous for his radio and television sketches. The Philips label, founded in the Netherlands and very active in the production of French-language records, released numerous comedy and variety vinyls throughout Europe, contributing to the spread of these artists.

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