CEF sheet philately Vienne Isère cancelled illustrated Rhône

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Description

This illustrated philatelic sheet, published by CEF, highlights the city of Vienne (Isère) and its historical heritage on the banks of the Rhône. The visible side presents a refined graphic composition combining architectural drawings in red and grey tones, accompanied by the text "Vienne sur le Rhône". The central visual represents Vienne's emblematic monuments, including ancient and classical buildings, with a mirror effect on the waters of the Rhône. The whole is framed by a golden fillet that enhances the presentation.

At the bottom of the sheet is a French postage stamp with a face value of 1.70 francs, illustrating a historic building in Vienne. Next to it, the special cancellation bears the inscription "Vienne – 1er jour d’émission" (Vienne – First Day of Issue), as well as a stylized decorative motif, emphasizing the philatelic authenticity of the ensemble. The left side of the page features printed annotations indicating the CEF provenance, the catalog number (N°794), and the mention of a limited edition (visible number 1027).

On the right, a printed text titled "Vienne (Isère)" offers a detailed historical and cultural presentation of the city. The typography is meticulous, and the layout emphasizes both the documentary and aesthetic aspects of the sheet. We note the signature of Marie Noëlle Coffin, a painter, who created the illustration and the issued stamp.

The visible surface shows no major defects: the printing is clear, the colours well-preserved, and the inscriptions perfectly legible. The perforation on the left margin indicates a format intended for a binder or archiving system. No folds or deterioration are observable on the side shown.

This CEF sheet combines several sought-after philatelic elements: original illustration, matching stamp, first-day cancellation, and historical text, all in an elegant presentation. It is a popular medium for showcasing French regional themes.

Condition

Used item, in good overall condition and sold as is. The presented side shows no notable defects.

Did you know? CEF, or "Le Cercle des Émetteurs de France" (The Circle of French Issuers), is renowned for its illustrated philatelic sheets accompanied by stamps and special cancellations. This type of medium is often produced in limited editions, offering enriched visual and historical documentation on French cities, monuments, or heritage themes.

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