{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-hommage-aux-femmes-louise-michel-philatelie-timbre-illustre","title":"CEF Sheet Homage to Women Louise Michel philately illustrated stamp","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 illustrated philatelic sheet, published by the CEF (Cercle des Émetteurs de France), pays tribute to the emblematic figure of Louise Michel (1830-1905), activist and major figure in French social history. On the visible side, the item features a colorful artistic composition, highlighting two stylized portraits of Louise Michel, created by graphic designer Huguette Sanson, with an additional illustration in the background evoking the allegory of freedom and women's struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet bears the inscription \"HOMMAGE AUX FEMMES\" (Tribute to Women) at the top and, at the bottom, Louise Michel's name and dates of birth and death. To the right, a printed text traces the life and commitments of Louise Michel, visually accompanying the tribute. A first-day postmark is affixed to the upper right, specifically labeled \"HOMMAGE AUX FEMMES – PARIS\", accompanied by a stamp matching the main illustration. The stamp and postmark are perfectly integrated into the layout, enhancing the philatelic interest of this sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire item is inserted in a protective plastic sleeve, punched on the left side for binder storage. Serial number 2504 is visible at the bottom left, attesting to the limited edition of the issue. On the lateral edge are the inscriptions \"CEF\", the issue reference, and various information relating to the print run and distribution, characteristic of CEF productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dominant colors are warm tones of beige, orange, red, and black, enhanced by the contrast of the light background. The presentation highlights the commemorative aspect, both historical and artistic, typical of thematic sheets published for philately and historical documentation enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet is a representative example of French commemorative philately, combining original illustration, biographical text, and matching stamp, all presented in a sleeve dedicated to professional archiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The sheet shown in the photo appears clean, with no apparent signs of wear or visible defects on the exposed side. Protective plastic sleeve included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2504\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Louise Michel, nicknamed \"the Red Virgin\", was one of the major figures of the Paris Commune in 1871 and worked her entire life for social emancipation and education. She inspired numerous stamps, artistic works, and commemorative documents in France, particularly in thematic philately dedicated to great figures of national history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging ensured by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and commemorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, commemorative stamp, Louise Michel, tribute to women, first-day cover, FDC, French philately, Sanson illustration, philatelic document, women stamp, French stamp sheet, historical woman stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54348874219847,"sku":"51941-072222d2-40b4-4795-a75a-e7af2dd2196b-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_97419a9a-6bf3-4ea7-8aae-7b50b23df1d7.jpg?v=1784127486","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-hommage-aux-femmes-louise-michel-philatelie-timbre-illustre","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}