{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-journee-du-timbre-1982-picasso-femme-lisant-oblitere-philatelie","title":"CEF 1982 Picasso Woman Reading Sheet canceled philately","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, from the CEF catalog under number 827, is dedicated to the 1982 National Stamp Day. It highlights Pablo Picasso's \"Woman Reading\" artwork, exhibited at the Musée de Grenoble. The visible side features a color reproduction of the painting, framed by a gold fillet. To the right, an explanatory text traces Picasso's artistic and biographical context, accompanied by the official mention \"JOURNÉE NATIONALE DU TIMBRE 1982\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet includes a French postage stamp issued for the occasion, with a face value of 1.60 F + 0.40 F, also reproducing the \"Woman Reading\" portrait. A commemorative cancellation \"JOURNÉE DU TIMBRE PARIS\" completes the set, perfectly legible in the visible area. The sheet is presented on a white cardboard backing, with perforations on the left for insertion into a philatelic binder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lateral inscriptions specify the publisher CEF (Covers Éditions Philatéliques), printing by the Imprimerie des Timbres-Poste, and a limited edition of 33,800 copies (including 13,500 on silk and 20,300 offset, this version being offset). The individual number 13387 appears at the bottom left of the visible area, attesting to the authenticity of the copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sober and elegant layout, typical of CEF sheets, highlights both the pictorial work and the philatelic element, while offering a cultural mediation text. The reproduction of Picasso's work is distinguished by gray, black, and pink tones, faithful to the original palette. The whole is intended for conservation and presentation in a specialized album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The visible side shows very good general preservation, with no apparent defects, crisp printing, and well-preserved colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The CEF (Courrier d'Entreprise Philatélique) sheet is an emblematic French production, published in a limited edition to commemorate major philatelic events. The 1982 issue pays homage to Picasso, whose work \"Woman Reading\" (1920) marks a period of transition towards a more classical style, influenced by ancient art and the search for refined forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller, specializing in philately and antique correspondence items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, Picasso stamp, Journée du Timbre, Woman Reading, 1982 cancellation, France stamp, philately cover, commemorative sheet, Picasso stamp, offset CEF, philatélie France, stamped sheet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54348130681159,"sku":"51926-5b817704-0c58-4643-8240-cca053f8feb0-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_e514c1a5-d45a-479e-bc32-974e5d0b5a82.jpg?v=1784118499","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-journee-du-timbre-1982-picasso-femme-lisant-oblitere-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}