Vinyl 45 RPM Michel Sardou Philips vintage sleeve "Le Rire du Sergent"

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features Michel Sardou's original cover, released under the Philips label. The visible side shows a predominantly ocher and brown jacket with a gradient effect, typical of 1970s graphic design. In the upper left is a full-body photograph of Michel Sardou, dressed in black, positioned next to his name in large, white, embossed letters, occupying most of the cover. The titles "LE RIRE DU SERGENT" and "VIVE LA MARIÉE" are inscribed in black, in capitals and clearly legible, above the artist's name. The Philips logo appears in the upper right, confirming the original edition. In the lower left, the mention "Productions TREMA" is printed, while in the lower right, the colorful "parade couleurs" logo is found.

The jacket has a matte appearance with some visible signs of wear: slight handling marks, small superficial scratches, and age marks on the cardboard surface, with no apparent tears on the visible side. The photograph highlights the oversized typography of the name "MICHEL SARDOU," an emblematic graphic element of this edition. The overall design clearly evokes the French musical aesthetic of the 70s, reinforced by the warm color palette and the artist's clothing style.

The vinyl is offered in its original sleeve, with the record itself not visible in this photo. No stickers or handwritten annotations are perceptible on the front. The ensemble displays a retro style, perfect for fans of French variety and vintage records. The visual is typical of Philips and TREMA productions from this period, with attention to graphic detail and careful layout.

The cover suggests a simple edition, without a double flap or special opening, true to the standards of 45 rpm records marketed during the 1970s. The mention "parade couleurs" in the lower right indicates a specific series or collection from the label, adding a touch of authenticity to the object. The contrast between the warm background and the white typography accentuates the visibility of the artist's name, a common graphic choice at that time.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Slight handling marks and small signs of wear visible on the cover (front side only), typical of a vintage record. No major tears or stains on the visible side.

Did you know? Michel Sardou released "Le rire du sergent" in 1971, a title that quickly became one of his first great popular successes. The Philips label, very active in vinyl production in France in the 60s and 70s, contributed to the spread of many major French singers.

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