Vintage 45 rpm vinyl Rounds and songs for good children illustrated sleeve

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features an illustrated cover dedicated to "Rondes et chansons pour les enfants sages" (Rounds and songs for good children). The visible side highlights a colorful and vibrant illustration, typical of mid-20th century youth productions, with two commedia dell'arte characters: a Punchinello and a Harlequin. The costumes are detailed with multicolored diamonds, white jabots, and accessories, including a mandolin and a stick, against a plain blue background with a black and white checkerboard border.

The main title "Rondes et chansons pour les enfants sages" appears at the top, in a pink and yellow banner, while the mention "LES ENFANTS SAGES" is repeated at the bottom of the cover. Several song titles are listed on the left and right, such as "Il pleut il pleut bergère" (It's raining, it's raining shepherdess), "Frère Jacques" (Brother John), "Fais dodo Colas mon p’tit frère" (Sleepy-by Colas my little brother), "C’est la mère Michel" (It's Mother Michel), "Dame Tartine" (Lady Tartine), and "Marie trempe ton pain" (Marie, dip your bread).

In the bottom right, the "45 T" logo confirms the record's format (45 rpm), typical of children's vinyl records from this period. The reference "ENF 708" is visible in the upper right corner, identifying this specific edition. The overall visual evokes the playful and educational world of children's teaching records, with bold graphics and a retro style.

The cover has a glossy appearance, suggesting a laminated finish. No label logo is clearly identifiable on the visible side, but the graphic style and typography are characteristic of vintage French editions for youth. The overall condition appears good based on the photo, with no major visible damage on the front, but some reflections and a small handwritten label ("F. 2,60") are present in the upper right corner.

This type of record was commonly used in schools and homes to introduce children to music and traditional songs. The visual aspect of the object also makes it a beautiful decorative element for a child's room or a space dedicated to retro music.

Condition

Used item, sold as is, untested. The visible cover is in generally good condition, with slight signs of wear from use and a price sticker affixed to the top right. The record inside is not visible in the photo and its condition has not been verified.

Did you know? Children's 45 rpm vinyl records were particularly popular in France between the 1950s and 1970s. They often featured nursery rhymes, stories, and songs illustrated by artists specializing in youth publishing. These records were a preferred medium for early musical learning.

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