{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-charles-dullin-1885-1949-philatelie-illustration-gravure","title":"CEF Charles Dullin 1885-1949 Sheet Philately Illustration Engraving","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 Charles Dullin (1885-1949), a major figure in 20th-century French theater. On the left side of the sheet, a black and white illustration, signed René Quillivic, depicts an expressive portrait of Charles Dullin against a theatrical architectural background. The drawing is framed by an ornamental Greek-patterned fillet, adding a classic touch to the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper right, a postage stamp matching the sheet features Charles Dullin's portrait, accompanied by a First Day cancellation dated \"73 Yenne\". The stamp has a face value of 3.20. The cancellation includes Charles Dullin's name and a stylized representation of a building, likely related to his theatrical career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet also includes a long biographical text about Charles Dullin, tracing his career, his influences, and his role in the renewal of dramatic theater in France. The texts are printed in black on a white background, with a neat and readable layout. The illustration on the sheet is explicitly attributed to René Quillivic, Grand Prix de Rome for engraving and creator of the issued stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible part of the sheet shows no apparent defects: the surface is clean, the corners are sharp, and the prints remain well-contrasted. The sheet is referenced CEF, with the number 2188 visible in the bottom left.\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, photographed, shows a very good overall appearance with no major signs of wear, stains, or visible creases. The print and conservation quality is very satisfactory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Charles Dullin was one of the main reformers of French theater between the two world wars. He founded the Atelier troupe in Paris, which became a major center for scenic innovations and training for many actors, including Jean Vilar. His approach emphasized staging and interpretation, profoundly influencing modern theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller specializing in philately and paper collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, Charles Dullin, First Day stamp, René Quillivic engraving, French philately, theater illustration, commemorative envelope, stamped portrait, FDC France, first day cover, French stamp, commemorative cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54366725013831,"sku":"52247-6c429312-dea2-4b23-88f9-ad7ed76d5654-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_8d0fa032-21f0-4798-85f3-29ad09d2b200.jpg?v=1784328465","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-charles-dullin-1885-1949-philatelie-illustration-gravure","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}