CEF Sheet 200th Anniversary Proclamation of the Republic Contemporary Artists

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Description

This CEF philatelic souvenir sheet, visible in the photo, commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic in France. It is an illustrated sheet, published by CEF (Connaissance et Enthousiasme Philatélique), including an original 2.50 F stamp and several commemorative postmarks dated "21-9-1992 Paris." The stamps and cancellations are positioned on the upper part of the sheet, accompanied by red vignettes with various graphic motifs.

The sheet features a central frame with the main stamp, surrounded by stylized portraits and red and black graphic elements. The artists mentioned are Pierre Alechinsky, Jean-Charles Blais, Gérard Garouste, and Martial Raysse, each having contributed to the creation of stamps for this event. The printed texts provide a short biography of each artist, as well as a presentation of the commemorative project.

The left side of the sheet shows the typical perforation of CEF editions, as well as the mention "Tirage limité" (Limited edition) followed by the number 4627, confirming the limited edition of this copy. In the upper left, one can distinguish the reference "1101 du catalogue CEF" (1101 from the CEF catalog) and various technical details related to the edition and print run.

The whole is printed on white paper with a neat presentation, typical of modern commemorative philatelic sheets. The overall condition observed in the photo is good, with no apparent defects, crisp edges, and well-preserved printing. No noticeable folds, tears, or stains are visible on the displayed side.

This sheet is for anyone looking for a philatelic piece dedicated to contemporary French history or the creations of modern artists on postage stamps. The various commemorative postmarks and graphic layout also make it a decorative item for display in a sleeve or frame.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The sheet has a clean face, with no visible defects in the image, and a limited edition numbering.

Did you know? CEF sheets are renowned for their print quality and their collaboration with great contemporary artists. This type of commemorative philatelic document was launched in the 1950s in France, often combining special postmarks and original stamps to mark major national events.

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