Cannes Film Festival 35th Edition 1982 First Day Cover Philately Cinema
Cannes Film Festival 35th Edition 1982 First Day Cover Philately Cinema
AFW - Antique France Worldwide
Description
This illustrated commemorative sheet is dedicated to the 35th Cannes International Film Festival, 1982 edition. Published by CEF (Carterie d'Edition Philatélique Française), it features a meticulous layout typical of prestigious philatelic productions. On the main part, a colorful illustration signed by Pierre Forget, depicting a stylized view of the Croisette and the city of Cannes, occupies a large portion of the sheet. The artwork blends touches of blue, yellow, red, and green in a composition evoking the light of spotlights and the excitement of the festival.
The sheet incorporates an official "République Française" stamp, with a face value of 2.30 F, illustrated with a stylized film projector and a palm, emblematic symbols of the festival. This stamp is postmarked with a "First Day" cachet dated May 15, 1982, bearing the inscription "Festival International du Film - Cannes" as well as a schematic representation of the Palme d'Or. The inscriptions, perfectly legible, reinforce the philatelic authenticity of the document.
The left side of the sheet displays the CEF logo, the mention "N° 633 du catalogue CEF" (No. 633 of the CEF catalog) as well as the edition information. The explanatory text at the bottom right contextualizes the importance of the Cannes festival in the French and international cinematic landscape, highlighting the role of this event in recognizing auteur cinema. The sheet is numbered "674" at the bottom left, indicating a limited edition.
The overall presentation testifies to quality printing, with a golden frame, fine typography, and a balanced arrangement between illustration, stamp, and text. No defects are apparent on the visible side; the sheet is flat and well-preserved, with no visible creases or stains.
This sheet is aimed at enthusiasts of thematic philately, cinema lovers, and those seeking authentic souvenirs related to the Cannes Film Festival. It also serves as an educational resource on the history of French cinema and the art of contemporary philatelic illustration.
Condition
Used item sold as is. The visible side is in very good overall condition, with no apparent defects.
Internal reference
(N° 633 du catalogue CEF) - Visible numbering: 674
Did you know? The Cannes Film Festival was created in 1946, and the Palme d'Or, the festival's symbol, was designed in 1955 by Chopard jewelers. CEF first-day sheets are sought after for their artistic quality and limited print runs, often fewer than 20,000 copies, making them valuable testimonies to French cultural and postal history.
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