CEF Leaflet Sacred Heart Church Audincourt Léger stained glass philately

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet highlights the Church of Sacré-Cœur in Audincourt, illustrated by a stained-glass window by Fernand Léger. The visible side features a vivid color reproduction of an abstract stained-glass window, dominated by shades of pink, yellow, blue, and black, evoking Léger's characteristic style. The graphic composition occupies the upper part of the sheet, with interlocking shapes and strong black lines, typical of modern stained-glass art.

Below, the sheet includes a detailed explanatory text about the work, Fernand Léger's artistic approach, and the history of the building. The title "ÉGLISE DU SACRÉ-CŒUR AUDINCOURT" (Church of the Sacred Heart Audincourt) as well as the artist's name are clearly legible. Two illustrated stamps are affixed to the lower part, each canceled with a "First Day" postmark dated December 8, attesting to the commemorative philatelic issue.

The sheet is well-centered on a white page, with a thin brown border framing the whole. On the left, one can see the mention "CEF" (Centrale d'Édition Philatélique), catalog reference "N° 612," and the indication of a silk print. The overall appearance is in good condition, with no apparent folds or tears on the displayed side.

The typography of the text and the printing quality confirm a meticulous philatelic edition, typical of CEF sheets. The two stamps themselves feature a miniature reproduction of the stained-glass window, and the First Day postmark is clear and legible. The presentation makes this sheet a choice item for anyone wishing to promote thematic philately around sacred art or contemporary stained-glass windows.

This CEF sheet showcases French religious and artistic heritage through an emblematic work by Fernand Léger, while offering a sought-after First Day philatelic item for its printing quality and modern iconography.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The overall condition of the visible side is very satisfactory, with no noticeable defects or signs of wear on the part shown.

Did you know? CEF First Day sheets have been published in France since the 1960s and are renowned for the quality of their presentation, often on silk or luxury paper. Fernand Léger, a major 20th-century artist, created several stained-glass windows for French churches, including that of Sacré-Cœur in Audincourt, considered a flagship work of modern sacred art.

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