Vintage 45 RPM vinyl "Ma liberté" Jacques Canetti picture sleeve

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features a sleeve with a graphic design characteristic of French productions from the mid-20th century. The visible side shows a black and white photographic portrait of a man, printed on a matte background, topped by a bright red band bearing the handwritten title "Ma liberté" and the mention "Jacques Canetti présente". The design, combining an expressive photograph and handwritten lettering, evokes the aesthetic trends of the 1960s-1970s, common in French chanson of that period.

The sleeve, in the classic square format of 45 rpm records, is made of rigid cardboard. The visible corners appear slightly worn, but without major tearing. The full-page printing of the portrait highlights the silver halide texture of the photograph, emphasizing an authentic and sober aesthetic, typical of "chanson à texte" editions. The contrast between the red upper part and the black and white rest immediately draws attention to the title and presentation.

The mention "Jacques Canetti présente" in the upper right identifies an emblematic producer of the French music scene, known for having discovered many major artists. No other text or logo is visible on the front of the sleeve in this image. The record itself is not visible, but it is clearly a 45 rpm vinyl, as indicated in the keywords.

The visual style, combining sobriety and impact, is part of a tradition of records published to highlight the performer's personality, with a choice of a close-up and expressive portrait. The handwritten lettering of the title "Ma liberté" reinforces the personal and intimate character of the record.

Condition

Second-hand item, sold as is. The sleeve shows visible signs of wear on the corners and some handling marks on the surface, with no apparent structural defects on the presented side. The record has not been tested.

Did you know? Jacques Canetti, a major figure in French music production, helped discover many artists, including Georges Brassens, Jacques Brel, and Serge Gainsbourg. His label marked the history of French-language chanson, notably through carefully designed sleeves and the promotion of "chanson à texte."

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