CEF Paul Delvaux souvenir sheet 5F stamp first day philately France

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Detailed description

This CEF philatelic sheet honors the artist Paul Delvaux, a major figure in Belgian surrealism. On the visible side, the sheet features a color illustration depicting a detail from the painting "Le Rendez-vous d’Éphèse," showing a woman sitting in front of a mirror in a dreamlike atmosphere. The central image is accompanied by an explanatory text on the life and work of Paul Delvaux, printed in black on an off-white background.

In the lower left corner, a French stamp of 5.00 francs is integrated, also illustrating Paul Delvaux's painting. The stamp bears the inscription "LA POSTE 1991," "PAUL DELVAUX BELGIQUE," as well as a first day cancellation "MUSÉE POSTIQUE EUROPÉEN P. DELVAUX PREMIER JOUR 20 AVR. 1991 PARIS."

The sheet features an elegant layout, typical of CEF philatelic issues, with a dark brown frame and a sober composition. The print quality highlights the nuances of the reproduced painting, while offering a detailed text on the artist and the surrealist context of his works.

The document is in very good visual condition on the presented side, with no apparent nicks, folds, or stains. The visible corners are clean and the backing appears rigid, suitable for philatelic preservation.

The left part shows the printed strip "CEF – La Fédération des Éditeurs de Feuillets Officiels – Premier Jour," confirming the authenticity of the sheet and its official edition for French philately.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side is in very good condition, with no major apparent defects. See photos for all observable details.

Did you know? Paul Delvaux (1897-1994) is renowned for his enigmatic and poetic scenes, populated by female figures and architectural elements. His artistic universe, on the border of dreams, profoundly marked the history of surrealism in Europe.

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