Richard Anthony 45 rpm vinyl Columbia twist vintage pop 60s sleeve

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record sleeve, as shown in the picture, features an original design typical of 1960s pop aesthetics. At the center, the artist's name "RICHARD ANTHONY" is highlighted by a yellow graphic explosion, surrounded repeatedly by the word "TWIST," evoking the musical trend of twist. The sleeve also mentions the titles "Avec une poignée de terre," "Tu peux la prendre," "Let's twist again," and "Laissez entrer le ciel," offering a glimpse into the musical content of the record.

The visual predominantly features black, contrasted by vibrant yellow and red lettering in the center. The white and red inscriptions are clear and highly visible on the front. In the bottom left, the Columbia label logo is visible, indicating a period release. The reference ESRF 1331 (M) is clearly legible in the top right, facilitating the exact identification of this release.

The visible sleeve shows signs of light wear, including handling marks, small white scuffs, and some surface creases, characteristic of vintage vinyl records that have endured several decades. No material loss or major tears appear on the photographed front.

The overall design displays an energetic graphic composition, true to the spirit of the twist era, with a dynamic layout and explosive motifs that recall the visual trends of the early 1960s. The typography is bold and impactful, reinforcing the explosive effect typical of promotional visuals from that period.

The provided photo only shows the front of the sleeve; no details about the back, the record itself, or the interior are visible. All observations strictly concern the photographed area.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of wear marks, creases, and visible scuffs on the sleeve, with no apparent tears on the front. Please refer to the photo for the precise condition.

Did you know? Richard Anthony was one of the first major French performers to adapt the twist in France, popularizing this rhythm in the early 1960s. The Columbia label, mentioned on the sleeve, was then a major player in European and international music production.

AFW Reassurance

Your vinyl will be carefully packaged and promptly shipped by a professional seller, with particular attention paid to protecting the sleeve and the record.

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