Bidspirit auction | Jane Birkin et Serge Gainsbourg

Jane Birkin et Serge Gainsbourg - Je T'aime... Moi Non Plus Fontana – 885 545 MY (1969, Stereo/Mono, France) - This is the 1969 first pressing of Jane Birkin et Serge Gainsbourg's self-titled album, featuring the iconic and controversial track Je T'aime... Moi Non Plus. Released by Fontana Records (885 545 MY), the album is a landmark of French pop and chanson, blending sensuality, orchestral arrangements, and poetic lyricism. Gainsbourg originally wrote Je T’aime… Moi Non Plus for Brigitte Bardot, but this recording with Jane Birkin became an international sensation. The album contains additional tracks composed and arranged by Gainsbourg, including: L'anamour Sous le Soleil Exactement 69 Année Érotique Elisa Les Sucettes This French pressing features an iconic glossy gatefold sleeve, with striking photography by Jean-Louis Rancurel (cover) and Jean Thigues (back). Condition (Based on Visual Inspection): Cover Condition: The front and back covers retain strong visual appeal, with the laminate still glossy. Moderate edge and corner wear, with visible creasing and laminate peeling on the edges. Spine wear and slight fraying along the top and bottom edges. Inner Sleeve Condition: The original inner sleeve is present, featuring a gold geometric pattern. Minor yellowing due to age, but no major tears. Vinyl Condition: The record appears glossy but has visible surface scuffs and light scratches. The Fontana black label is intact and legible. Needs cleaning and playback testing to determine audio quality. Final Notes: This is a highly collectible first pressing, appealing to French pop, Gainsbourg, and Jane Birkin collectors. Given the laminate creasing, spine wear, and scuffing on the vinyl, this would be graded as Very Good (VG) to Very Good Plus (VG+) under Goldmine Grading Standards. If the record plays cleanly without skips or excessive noise, it could qualify for VG+ audio grading.