Sur La Rive Enchantee

“Sur la Rive Enchantée” – French Sheet Music Cover
Original French sheet music cover for Sur la Rive Enchantée (“On the Enchanted Shore”), framed.
A highly atmospheric French sheet music cover printed in rich monochrome red tones, titled “Sur la Rive Enchantée” and described as “La célèbre valse pour piano”. The romantic composition depicts a moonlit waterside terrace framed by exotic foliage and balustrades, evoking the glamour and escapism of early 20th century continental café and salon culture.
The music is credited to Louis Benech, with references also to the chanson by S. Dumont. Printed in Paris and retaining period library stamps and signs of handling, the piece possesses authentic age character and strong decorative appeal.
Combining elegant typography with stylised Art Deco-influenced illustration, the work offers a nostalgic glimpse into the world of French popular music publishing between the wars. Presented in a modern glazed frame.

This collection of pages from some 1960's French magazines have no real impact on their own but when they are grouped together in different coloured frames they show a sense of style and charm.
I love the font and the artwork of these musical sheets....so romantic and so French.