{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-alberto-burri-italie-timbre-5f-oblitere-paris-philatelie","title":"CEF sheet Alberto Burri Italy stamp 5F cancelled Paris philately","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 features a creation dedicated to the artist Alberto Burri, a major figure in 20th-century Italian abstract art. It is a special illustrated issue, published by the CEF (Cercle des Émissions de France), accompanied by a French 5.00 franc postage stamp. The set is highlighted by a modern graphic composition mixing red and black flat colors, inspired by a work by Burri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet shows on the left part an enlarged reproduction of the abstract work, with angular red and black geometric patterns, on a white background, with the inscription \"ITALIE\" and \"ALBERTO BURRI\". Below, the matching stamp repeats the same visual and bears the inscription \"LA POSTE 5,00 \/ ALBERTO BURRI \/ ITALIE\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA special cancellation is clearly visible on the stamp, with the circular inscription \"ALBERTO BURRI • PREMIER JOUR • 20-3-99 • PARIS\", attesting to its First Day cancellation, which adds value to the piece for research related to thematic philately and commemorative issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is accompanied by a detailed explanatory text in French, presenting Alberto Burri's artistic approach and the context of this issue. In the bottom right, a note indicates that the illustration uses a specific abstract work by the artist, created for this issued stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left side strip, we can distinguish the mentions \"Les feuillets de timbres CEF\", \"Société des Émissions de France\", \"catalogue CEF\", as well as the limited edition number \"5044\". The entire set is presented on a cardboard backing, in clean visual condition and without visible defects on the shown side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item in very good apparent condition, sold as is. The visible side shows no marked folds, stains, or tears. The stamp is First Day cancelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Alberto Burri (1915-1995) is known for his works using non-traditional materials such as burnt wood, burlap, or melted plastic. His work profoundly influenced contemporary art, notably through the \"Sacchi\" series and his radical approach to material abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging ensured by a professional seller specializing in philately and postal collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day sheet, Alberto Burri stamp, CEF philately, special Italy issue, 5 franc France stamp, Paris cancellation, philatelic abstract art, First Day card, FDC France, abstract art stamp, Burri stamp, illustrated philatelic sheet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54423615013191,"sku":"52163-6aa700b6-cc64-4701-9a33-868299e5db5c-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_dc007b03-261e-4b92-ab97-4e485f9a3689.jpg?v=1784975869","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-alberto-burri-italie-timbre-5f-oblitere-paris-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}