CEF Philately Saint-Germain-de-Livet Calvados stamp sheet illustration Haley

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Description

This philatelic sheet, shown in the photo, is published by CEF (Covers Événementielles Françaises). It is dedicated to the commune of Saint-Germain-de-Livet, located in the Calvados department, and highlights the famous local manor, emblematic of Norman architecture.

The main part of the sheet features a color illustration of the manor, recognizable by its round towers topped with blue-grey conical roofs and its checkerboard facades of light stones and red bricks. The work is signed by Claude Haley, whose signature appears at the bottom right of the illustration. The mention below the image specifies that the artist created both the stamp and the illustration for the sheet.

On the right, a printed text details the history and architectural characteristics of the Saint-Germain-de-Livet manor, providing precise historical context. A matching stamp, reproducing the main motif, is present on the sheet, accompanied by an illustrated cancellation dated March 15, with the mention "Saint-Germain-de-Livet Calvados".

The sheet is presented in a perforated plastic sleeve, typical of CEF presentation, with the reference "N° 808 of the CEF catalog" visible on the left edge. The individual number "5831" is printed at the bottom left, indicating a numbering specific to this limited edition.

The whole displays a neat presentation, with clear prints, well-preserved colors, and perfectly legible texts on the visible side. No major defects are observable on this side: no apparent stains, creases, or missing parts.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The displayed side is in very good visual condition, with no notable apparent defects.

Did you know? The manor of Saint-Germain-de-Livet, often nicknamed "the marvel of the Pays d'Auge," is a classified monument from the 15th and 16th centuries, famous for its checkerboard stone and brick facades. It belonged to the Tournebu family and then the Livet family, and today houses a collection of artworks, having inspired many artists and writers.

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