50 - ORELSAN

ORELSAN Blüthner piano that belonged to Orelsan, signed on the inside by the artist and accompanied by its certificate of provenance German-made Blüthner grand piano that belonged to Orelsan and bears his signature on the inside of the instrument. It comes with a document attesting to its provenance. Founded in Leipzig in 1853, the Blüthner piano factory holds an important place in the history of German piano-making. Its instruments are particularly prized for their craftsmanship and rich tone. The presence of this piano in Orelsan’s personal world sheds light on a more understated aspect of his artistic journey. For Orelsan, musical creation has long been inseparable from his living spaces. From his early days in Caen, he worked on his debut album, *Perdu d’avance*, released in 2009, in a studio set up inside his home. This closeness between the intimacy of daily life and his musical work would continue throughout his career, as the artist maintained recording spaces associated with his home. This Blüthner fits into this environment, where musical instruments are also part of his personal sphere. Beyond its craftsmanship, its significance lies in its connection to Orelsan, of whom it retains a tangible trace. However, there is no evidence linking it to the recording or composition of any specific track. The instrument’s history takes a new turn in June 2026, when it reappears at a flea market in the Caen region. Orelsan visits the site and signs the inside of the piano. The event was documented by a photograph featuring the artist and the instrument, as well as by the local press. This reappearance in Normandy—a region that has remained at the heart of Orelsan’s life and work—gives the Blüthner’s story a special resonance. From his early years in Caen to his rise to national prominence, the artist has consistently maintained a connection to this region, which has become one of the cornerstones of his musical identity. A German-made instrument, an object from his personal life and now signed by the artist, this piano thus bears witness to a more intimate aspect of his journey, distinct from his public appearances and stage performances. The piano is accompanied by a certificate of provenance and a photograph of the artist taken during his visit in June 2026.