Think of framed album covers as a way for a guy to project his self-image to the world. Led Zeppelin, Muddy Waters or Cream all show an appreciation for rock ‘n’ roll’s heritage.

As for how that photo ended up on the album cover: Legend has it that Robert Plant, Led Zeppelin’s vocalist, and his bandmate Jimmy Page were in an antique shop in Pangbourne, a village about 50 ...