{"product_id":"document-philatelique-croix-rouge-1977-santons-provencaux-timbres-france","title":"Red Cross Philatelic Document 1977 Provençal Santons French Stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis official philatelic document, issued in 1977 by the Postal Administration, showcases the same year's Red Cross issue, centered around the theme of Provençal santons. The visible side features a richly illustrated composition, including three reproductions of traditional santons: the spinner, the shepherd, and the knife grinder, accompanied by their respective captions. These illustrations are presented on a graphic background adorned with stylized motifs around the emblematic Red Cross symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom, two 1977 French Red Cross stamps are affixed, each adorned with a character in traditional costume, with surcharges of \"+0.25\" and \"+0.20\" for the contribution to the Red Cross. The stamps are canceled with a commemorative postmark \"La Croix-Rouge – La Poste – 13 Novembre 1977 – Marseille,\" featuring Red Cross symbols and a mention of the Postal Museum. Two other identical stamps are reproduced in facsimile on the right, integrated into the layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe text printed at the bottom of the page details the history and symbolism of Provençal santons, in connection with the tradition of nativity scenes in Southern France. The printed signature \"Pierre Béquet,\" a renowned engraver, can be found under the illustration of the spinner. The mention \"44-77 Document Philatélique Officiel édité par l’Administration des Postes et Télécommunications pour le Musée Postal\" appears at the bottom, specifying the origin and edition of this sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire document is presented in a transparent plastic sleeve, protected for preservation. The document is distinguished by the delicacy of its illustrations and the quality of the printing, typical of official French philatelic issues from the late 1970s. No major defects or visible alterations appear on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet offers a visual and historical overview of French philately, highlighting Provençal traditions through santons and support for the Red Cross, an emblematic institution in the French humanitarian and postal landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is, visible side in good overall condition, with no apparent deterioration on the exposed area. Presented under plastic protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging ensured by a professional seller specializing in philately and postal items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: 1977 Red Cross sheet, official philatelic document, France Red Cross stamps, Provençal santons, Postal Museum edition, Pierre Béquet, canceled letter, philately France, official postal document, Red Cross Marseille, stamp +0.25, French philately, illustrated postal document\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319373812039,"sku":"51235-6f91f293-5971-4171-87b1-0ea48d7d8304-PA0.38","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_987a61d6-1fe1-41d8-8a88-7a36948e51c5.jpg?v=1783657540","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/document-philatelique-croix-rouge-1977-santons-provencaux-timbres-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}