{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-andre-chantemesse-1851-1919-oblitere-premier-jour","title":"First day cancelled philatelic souvenir sheet CEF André Chantemesse 1851-1919","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis illustrated philatelic sheet honors André Chantemesse (1851-1919), a French physician and bacteriologist. It is a CEF edition, recognizable by its meticulous presentation and the typical print quality of these productions. On the main part, there is a detailed portrait of André Chantemesse, surrounded by laboratory glassware (flasks, globes, tubes), evoking his scientific field. In the center-right, a commemorative stamp dedicated to Chantemesse is affixed, accompanied by a \"first day\" postmark dated June 18, 1988, in Paris, with a reproduction of the portrait. The right part of the sheet presents a biographical text tracing the scientist's career and major discoveries. The entire sheet is framed with a golden fillet, adding an elegant finish to the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp, perfectly integrated into the composition, also displays Chantemesse's portrait and a face value of 2.20 francs. The first day postmark includes the mention \"PARIS\" and the issue date. The careful layout, typical of CEF sheets, combines illustration, explanatory text, and philatelic elements on matte-finish paper, with black, white, and shades of gray printing, enhanced by the golden frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet is intended for thematic philately, particularly concerning major French scientific figures, medicine, and postal history. The illustration of laboratory glassware echoes Chantemesse's work on vaccination and bacteriology. The printed text (in French) details his career, research, and commitment to fighting infectious diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left side of the photo, a perforation typical of sheets inserted into CEF binders or catalogs is visible, as well as the mention \"Éditions CEF\" and a visible reference number: 10151. No other elements, marks, or inscriptions appear on the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall condition of the sheet, as observable in the photo, appears very good: no folds, stains, or visible signs of wear on the presented side. The edges and corners seem sharp. The print is clear, without discoloration or apparent defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as shown in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e André Chantemesse was a pioneer in typhoid fever vaccination. He developed, with Fernand Widal, a subcutaneous vaccination method, which saved many lives, especially during World War I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping, careful packaging, and professional handling of your order by AFW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, first day, André Chantemesse, France stamp, cancellation, maximum card, scientist, postal history, medicine, CEF edition, philately France, FDC\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54347104026951,"sku":"51900-179da20f-0888-453a-938f-3d1f9c4606ae-PA0.02","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_0b7510a8-e4b9-4e0f-abb8-889f253d5997.jpg?v=1784102899","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-andre-chantemesse-1851-1919-oblitere-premier-jour","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}