CEF Francis Bacon sheet 5F 1996 canceled stamp painting philately France

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet honors the painter Francis Bacon through a meticulous presentation, typical of French First Day issues. On the visible side, there is an elegant layout centered on the name "FRANCIS BACON" at the top, accompanied on the left by a French postage stamp of 5.00 francs depicting one of the artist's works ("Study for the Portrait of John Edwards"). The stamp is postmarked with a First Day cancellation dated January 20, 1996, in Paris, which attests to its philatelic authenticity.

To the right of the sheet, a color reproduction of the central part of Francis Bacon's painting echoes the stamp. The image highlights the artist's famous tormented aesthetic, recognizable by its blurred contours, dark hues, and the distorted representation of the human body, true to Bacon's universe.

The sheet also features an explanatory text printed at the bottom. This text analyzes Bacon's work, emphasizing the symbolism of violence and the emotional dimension of his characters. The entire sheet is framed by a dark brown border, reinforcing its elegant and institutional appearance.

The sheet is in very good condition visible on the front: no snags, tears, or traces of moisture are observable on the surface or edges. The colors are clear, and the printing of both text and visuals remains perfectly legible. The overall presentation is sober, typical of CEF creations for French philately.

The stamp and the First Day cancellation give this sheet a particular philatelic value, enhanced by the faithful reproduction of Bacon's work. This type of document is prized for illustrating artistic themes or for enriching a presentation on art and French philately.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows no major defects; the surface, text, and image are in very good visual condition.

Did you know? Francis Bacon, a British painter born in 1909, is famous for his powerful portraits marked by distortion and emotional intensity. The stamp issued in 1996 pays tribute to his work and is part of the French series featuring great international artists.

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