{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-abbe-breuil-oblitere-1981-philatelie-mortain-prehistoire-france","title":"CEF leaflet Abbé Breuil canceled 1981 philately Mortain Prehistory France","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 philatelic sheet, published by the CEF (Centrale d'Édition Philatélique), pays tribute to Abbé Breuil, a major figure in prehistory and parietal art. On the visible side, there is an illustrated sheet featuring a portrait of Abbé Breuil, wearing a dark beret, in black and white on a reddish-brown colored background reminiscent of a cave painting. The central image is a reproduction of a prehistoric painting, typical of Abbé Breuil's work, with nuanced ocher and brown tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet includes a French stamp with a value of 1.90 F, bearing the effigy of Abbé Breuil, accompanied by a first-day cancellation dated 1981 in Mortain. The cancellation is clear, with a stylized illustration of a prehistoric animal, recalling Abbé Breuil's documentation work in the study of parietal art. The whole is inserted in a transparent plastic sleeve, with a lateral CEF insert, including the usual edition mentions and the print number (12890) as well as the CEF catalog reference No. 425.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe printed text on the sheet (partially legible) traces the biography of Abbé Breuil and his contribution to human paleontology, prehistory, and the art of decorated caves. The artistic reproduction occupies the central part of the sheet, elegantly framed, and highlights an animal scene typical of prehistoric cave surveys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe general presentation is typical of CEF emissions: rectangular sheet, quality printing, white margins, and discreet gilded framing. The protective sleeve is perforated on the left side, allowing for filing in a philatelic binder. The printed issue number at the bottom ensures the authenticity of the limited edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is in good visual condition on the observable side: vivid colors, clear print, no apparent traces of folding, tearing, or major stains on the visible part. The text, stamp, and cancellation are all clearly legible on this side.\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 notable defects on the observable area. The plastic sleeve shows slight signs of use consistent with being stored in an album. Other non-visible sides cannot be described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Abbé Henri Breuil (1877-1961) was one of the first prehistorians to study and publicize European parietal art. Nicknamed \"the Pope of Prehistory\", he made more than 600 surveys of cave paintings in French and Spanish caves, contributing to the scientific recognition of these works as major testimonies of the Upper Paleolithic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller. Each item is handled with care to guarantee its preservation until delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day sheet, CEF philately, Abbé Breuil stamp, Mortain 1981, parietal art, FDC envelope, French prehistory, philatelic sleeve, limited edition, French FDC, philatelic sheet, commemorative sheet France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54368503955783,"sku":"52269-e603c4e1-c591-459b-a01d-4f75e454c820-PA0.02","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_86288769-4420-4014-b5df-8001d8a1b317.jpg?v=1784341666","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-abbe-breuil-oblitere-1981-philatelie-mortain-prehistoire-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}