CEF Sheet Montagne Sainte-Victoire Cézanne philately stamp 2.80 F 1994

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Description

This official philatelic sheet features a colorful illustration of Montagne Sainte-Victoire, rendered in a pictorial style inspired by the work of Paul Cézanne. The visible side displays a neat arrangement, with "Montagne Sainte-Victoire" at the top left and, just below it, a 2.80 F French postage stamp depicting the massif. The stamp is canceled with a commemorative postmark dated March 18, 1994, bearing the inscription "Sainte-Victoire-en-Provence" and a stylized illustration of the massif.

To the right of the stamp, a large colorful illustration shows the mountain with a face sketched in the clouds, evoking the artist Paul Cézanne. The composition highlights lush Provençal landscapes, punctuated by pine trees and limestone formations, faithful to the local geography. The sheet's presentation is framed by a double line, giving the whole an elegant and refined appearance.

The sheet also includes printed text recounting the artistic and historical importance of the mountain, its relationship with Cézanne, and its influence in art history. The text is printed in black on a white background, with clear and legible typography, and bears the signature of the painter Odette Baillais, author of the illustration.

On the left side, technical information is visible, including the limited edition number "1240" and the mention "N°1179 du catalogue CEF". There are also perforations on the left edge, indicating a sheet designed to be inserted into a philatelic collection album.

The sheet has a clean surface, with no apparent marks, tears, or visible stains on the photographed side. The whole is in good visual condition according to the area exposed in the photo.

Condition

Used item sold as is, with a well-preserved visible side and clear inscriptions. No major alterations are observable in the photograph.

Did you know? Montagne Sainte-Victoire was a major source of inspiration for Paul Cézanne, who painted it more than 80 times during his career. This mountain, emblematic of Provence, is now recognized worldwide thanks to his works, which contributed to the rise of modern art.

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