CEF Gaston Bachelard stamp sheet philately postmark Bar-sur-Aube

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Description

This illustrated sheet is a philatelic document issued by the CEF (Centrale d'Édition Philatélique), dedicated to Gaston Bachelard, the famous French philosopher and epistemologist. On the visible side, the sheet presents a careful composition blending biographical text, a color illustration depicting Gaston Bachelard in front of a library, and a reproduction of a postage stamp canceled with a commemorative "Bar-sur-Aube" postmark featuring the philosopher's image. The text, written in French, details Bachelard's life and work, including his main publications.

The left side of the sheet shows the mention "N° 730 du catalogue CEF" as well as information about the limited edition. Perforations on the margin are also visible, typical of CEF sheets designed to be filed in specialized albums. The whole is printed on smooth-finish white paper, with a beige border and an elegant layout.

In the upper right, the name "GASTON BACHELARD" is clearly printed in capital letters. Notable visual elements include a stylized reproduction of the postage stamp issued in his honor, as well as the "Bachelard Bar-sur-Aube 10.2.82" first-day cancellation mark. The illustration signed by Jacques Combet adds an artistic touch to this philatelic document.

The sheet bears the number "1430" in the bottom left, which likely corresponds to its individual number in the limited series. The visible side shows no major defects or apparent signs of wear, and the printing remains perfectly legible across the entire surface.

This type of sheet, commonly called a "first-day sheet" or "illustrated philatelic document," is sought after for the quality of its presentation and the historical interest of the subject matter. It appeals to any enthusiast of thematic philately or French intellectual history.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows no notable defects; the text, illustration, and postmark are well preserved. Contractual photo: only the elements visible in the image are guaranteed.

Did you know? Gaston Bachelard (1884-1962), originally from Bar-sur-Aube, is one of the major thinkers in 20th-century philosophy of science. His approach to scientific imagination and his reflection on the "epistemological break" profoundly influenced research in epistemology and the history of science in France.

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