CEF sheet René Magritte The Return illustrated surrealism stamp France

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Description

This illustrated CEF sheet highlights René Magritte, a major figure of surrealism, through his work "The Return". On the visible side, the sheet features a central illustration inspired by Magritte's artistic universe, with a stylized portrait and a dreamlike scene in the foreground, created by illustrator Nicole Goffin.

To the right of the illustration, an official stamp of the French Republic is integrated into the sheet. This stamp, predominantly blue in color, depicts a bird with clouds against a starry sky, an emblematic motif from Magritte's 1940 painting "The Return". A specific first day cancellation "Magritte - Le Retour" with the date 18.04.98 and the mention "Paris" is affixed to the stamp, confirming its philatelic authenticity.

The upper right part of the sheet features René Magritte's printed signature as well as the title of the artwork. In the lower left, the biographical text traces the artist's career, his influences, and the genesis of the reproduced work. The sheet is surrounded by a brown border and bears the number 3596 in the lower left, indicating a limited edition.

The left edge reveals the perforation for filing in a binder, typical of CEF sheets. The main colors are white, blue, and sepia tones for the central illustration, enhancing the artistic and commemorative aspect of this piece.

The whole is presented flat, without a frame, and the visible surface shows no major apparent defects. This sheet is aimed at enthusiasts of thematic philately and modern art, looking for a piece dedicated to Magritte and surrealism.

Condition

Used item and sold as is. The visible side shows no folds, stains, or notable alterations. Edition number in the lower left: 3596.

Did you know? René Magritte is one of the most influential artists of Belgian surrealism. His work "The Return", created in 1940, marks an important stage in his career, where the bird crossed by clouds became an internationally recognized visual icon. CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise à Faciale) sheets are highly valued for the quality of their illustrations and their meticulous presentation, paying tribute to great figures in art history.

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