First Day Cover Charles Le Brun 2.00 F Paris 1989 philately FDC

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Description

Illustrated First Day Cover, dedicated to Charles Le Brun, visible in the photograph. This philatelic envelope features a French stamp of 2.00 francs with the effigy of the painter Charles Le Brun, printed in brown and orange tones. The postage is cancelled with a clearly legible round postmark, dated April 29, 1989, in Paris 07.

At the top left, the mention "Premier Jour d’émission" (First Day of Issue) is in a red box, typical of FDC (First Day Cover) envelopes. To the right of the stamp, an illustrated postmark indicates the "Salon du Timbre" (Stamp Exhibition) at the Grand Palais in Paris, a key philatelic event, accompanied by the dates "April 20 - May 10."

The address printed at the bottom right mentions "SCOTEM, 25 rue Calmel, 75018 PARIS," which corresponds to the editor or distributor of this envelope. The entire item is presented in a protective plastic sleeve, contributing to the preservation of its overall condition.

The visual shows an off-white envelope, with the stamp and postmarks well-centered. The stamp features an artistic portrait in the classical style, characteristic of French postal iconography. The legibility of the inscriptions and the sharpness of the cancellations indicate good preservation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The envelope is presented in a protective plastic sleeve; the visible sides show no major defects, chips, or apparent stains. The inscriptions, stamps, and the stamp itself are clearly legible.

Did you know? Charles Le Brun (1619-1690) was the First Painter to King Louis XIV and director of the Gobelins tapestry manufactory. He profoundly influenced 17th-century official art in France, particularly through his decorations at the Palace of Versailles. Stamps bearing his likeness pay tribute to his major influence in the history of French art.

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