Leaflet CEF Red Cross 1983 Blank Baillon Genainville philately

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Description

This illustrated sheet features a French philatelic issue dedicated to the Red Cross from 1983, published by CEF editions. On the visible side, two "first-day" cancelled stamps are distinguishable, depicting Madonnas with Child: the Madonna of Baillon (left) and the Madonna of Genainville (right). The central illustration highlights an artistic representation in soft tones, with a blue gradient effect in the background, emphasizing the spiritual dimension of the subject.

The sheet is framed with a brown border, with explanatory text printed in French below each stamp and a central legend in Gothic letters "CROIX-ROUGE 1983" (RED CROSS 1983). The inscriptions specify the theme and provide historical context on the symbolism of Madonnas with Child in French rural religious art. Each stamp bears the mention "République Française" (French Republic) and the emblematic red cross of the humanitarian organization.

On the left side, the sheet bears the mention "Éditions CEF" (CEF Editions) as well as information on the limited edition (35,000 copies) and a visible individual numbering: "10387". The presence of perforations on the margin, typical of philatelic sheets designed for binders, is also noted.

The print quality, the care taken with the illustration, and the harmonious arrangement of the elements attest to the meticulous craftsmanship characteristic of CEF editions, renowned in French philately for their thematic and historical presentations.

This sheet has a smooth surface, well-preserved colors, and clear typography. No printing defects, folds, or stains are visible in the photo. The corners and edges of the sheet appear clean and undamaged on the visible part.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible side is in very good overall condition, with no apparent defects.

Did you know? CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise Philatélique) sheets are supports produced in limited editions to accompany French stamp issues. They highlight cultural or historical themes, and each copy is individually numbered, making them a prized support for documenting the postal history and iconography of stamps issued in France.

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