Ivan Rebroff CBS 45 rpm vinyl Le Temps des Fleurs Bessarabyanka Russe

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Description

This 45-rpm vinyl record features a black and white illustrated sleeve with a photographic portrait of Ivan Rebroff wearing a coat and a fluffy chapka, evoking a Russian feel. The jacket bears the CBS logo (reference 3660) in the upper left, with the artist's name "Ivan Rebroff" printed in red and white, the mention "chante en russe" (sings in Russian), as well as the titles "Le Temps des Fleurs" and "Bessarabyanka." The visual is dominated by a minimalist yet striking graphic aesthetic, typical of French-language musical productions from the late 1960s to 1970s.

The record belongs to the "Gemini Series," identifiable by the stylized red logo on the right side of the sleeve. The jacket shows visible signs of wear: prominent creases, blunted corners, and surface scratches, indicating regular handling, without obscuring the main inscriptions. No details of the reverse side are visible in the image.

The front cover features a striking contrast between Ivan Rebroff's half-profile portrait and the dark background, giving the whole a solemn atmosphere. The song titles are printed in clearly legible white capital letters, with a vertical and hierarchical layout. The overall impression immediately evokes popular Russian music adapted into French, in a simple 45-rpm format, widely used at the time for single releases.

The CBS logo, in the upper left, confirms the release by this recognized label, while the mention "Gemini Series" indicates a sub-collection from the record company. The overall condition of the sleeve, with its signs of wear, is typical of second-hand records circulated over several decades.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The sleeve shows visible signs of wear: creases, scratches, worn corners, and handling marks. The main inscriptions remain legible, and the front image is preserved.

Did you know? Ivan Rebroff, a singer of German origin, became known in the 1960s-1970s for his repertoire inspired by traditional Russian songs and his exceptional four-octave vocal range. His version of "Le Temps des Fleurs" is a French adaptation of the Russian song "Dorogoi dlinnoyu," popularized in many European countries.

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