{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-centre-hautes-etudes-afrique-asie-modernes-timbre-3-20-f-cheam","title":"CEF Booklet Centre for Advanced Studies on Modern Africa and Asia 3.20 F CHEAM stamp","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 CEF philatelic sheet honors the Centre des Hautes Études sur l’Afrique et l’Asie Modernes (CHEAM) in Paris. On the visible side, it features a sober and elegant graphic composition: in the upper left, a French stamp of 3.20 F, illustrated with a stylized map of Africa and Asia in white on a black background, with a green and red silhouette, accompanied by the mention \"CHEAM 1936-1986\". A round, black commemorative postmark is affixed just below, with the legible inscription \"JOUR D’ÉMISSION PARIS\" and the date associated with CHEAM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the sheet displays a colorful visual signed by René Dessirier. It shows two figures in profile: on the left, a masculine figure with dark skin, wearing an African headdress, and on the right, a feminine face with light skin, in front of a mask or sculpture of Asian inspiration. The whole is framed by a golden line. The title \"CENTRE DES HAUTES ÉTUDES SUR L’AFRIQUE ET L’ASIE MODERNES\" is printed in black capital letters at the top of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn explanatory text occupies the lower part of the sheet, tracing the history of CHEAM, its mission, and its activities. The text mentions the center's creation in 1936 by Robert Montagne, its objectives for developing African and Asian studies, as well as its role in training and research on these regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is mounted on a white cardboard sheet with perforated edges (two perforations on the left), typical of CEF presentations. In the margin, \"N° 811 S du catalogue CEF\" and \"N° 822 sur\" are visible, as well as the individual number \"9461\" printed at the bottom left. The mention \"tirage de l'émission limité à : 13 800 exemplaires\" (issue limited to: 13,800 copies) is visible on the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall finish is matte with a neat appearance, corresponding to the expected quality for a CEF sheet. No major tears, folds, or stains are visible on the photographed side. The text, illustrations, and colors are sharp and well-preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The visible side presents a clean appearance, with no notable defects observed. The corners and edges of the sheet appear sharp on the photographed part. Please examine the photo carefully to assess the visual condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Centre des Hautes Études sur l’Afrique et l’Asie Modernes (CHEAM), founded in 1936, was for a long time a reference organization for the training of French administrative executives assigned to overseas territories, then for the study of African and Asian societies in the post-colonial context. It notably contributed to the publication of the journal \"Afrique et Asie modernes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in philatelic items and collectible documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, Centre des Hautes Études Afrique Asie, CHEAM, 3.20 F stamp, first day cancellation, French philately, commemorative document, René Dessirier, limited edition, stamped sheet, France stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54351009612103,"sku":"51986-b2cbb485-e45e-4102-b728-25a6345e69b3-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_f5b612f5-60d3-408d-bc0a-b39262cba17c.jpg?v=1784154479","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-centre-hautes-etudes-afrique-asie-modernes-timbre-3-20-f-cheam","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}