{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-aristide-maillol-fdc-france-philatelie-timbre","title":"First Day Cover Aristide Maillol FDC France philately stamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIllustrated First Day Cover (FDC) dedicated to Aristide Maillol, French sculptor (1861-1944), visible in a protective plastic sleeve. The displayed side features a stylized portrait of Aristide Maillol, accompanied by a graphic reproduction of a bas-relief sculptural work. The print is in shades of blue, purple, and black, with clear details and a layout typical of French First Day issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe top of the envelope bears the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION HISTORIQUE\" (HISTORIC FIRST DAY OF ISSUE) and the mention \"FDC\". The title \"ARISTIDE MAILLOL – Sculpteur – 1861-1944\" (ARISTIDE MAILLOL – Sculptor – 1861-1944) is clearly visible, printed at the bottom left, reinforcing the commemorative nature of this philatelic envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA French stamp illustrated with a sculpture (seated female nude) is affixed to the upper right. Two round \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE) postmarks with the mention \"ARISTIDE MAILLOL\" and the date \"16 FEV. 68\" are stamped on the stamp and the envelope. The postmark also indicates \"BANYULS-SUR-MER (PYR.ORIENT)\", referring to Maillol's birthplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface is clean, without stains or major apparent creases, protected by a transparent plastic sleeve. A small handwritten \"10F\" sticker is visible at the bottom right, without affecting the integrity of the item. No other notable defects are visible on the displayed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed item sold as is. The envelope appears in good overall condition, with clear prints and postmarks, under plastic protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Aristide Maillol (1861-1944) was a major sculptor of the early 20th century, known for his representations of the female figure. First Day Covers (FDCs) are official philatelic items issued on the day a stamp is released, often with a special postmark and a commemorative illustration. Banyuls-sur-Mer, mentioned on the postmark, is now home to a museum dedicated to Maillol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller. Your purchase benefits from rigorous tracking and a presentation consistent with the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: First Day Cover, FDC Aristide Maillol, commemorative stamp, philatelic postmark, France 1968, Banyuls-sur-Mer, philatelic cover, French First Day Cover, illustrated envelope, historic issue, philately France, Maillol sculpture\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54331450917191,"sku":"51586-40c387eb-c8e2-455e-b891-80136099a35b-PA0.15","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_a3692210-f2c3-4622-863f-60a950ed0852.jpg?v=1783895228","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-aristide-maillol-fdc-france-philatelie-timbre","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}