CEF Stamp Sheet Homage to Women Pauline Kergomard France Stamp

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Description

This philatelic sheet published by CEF pays tribute to Pauline Kergomard, an emblematic figure of early childhood education in France. The main part of the sheet features a colorful illustration depicting a portrait of Pauline Kergomard, accompanied by a lively scene of children and a teacher in front of a classical-style school building. The illustration is signed by the artist Cécile Guillaume, whose name appears in the descriptive text at the bottom of the sheet.

In the upper right corner, the sheet includes a French postage stamp featuring Pauline Kergomard, cancelled with a first-day postmark "Hommage aux Femmes – Paris" (Tribute to Women – Paris). Next to the stamp, the inscription "HOMMAGE AUX FEMMES – Pauline Kergomard" is clearly legible, reinforcing the theme of the item.

The text printed at the bottom recounts Pauline Kergomard's biography, her contribution to nursery schools, and her major impact on public education. The sheet number "799" is also visible in the bottom left, as well as series indications in the left margin ("N° 799 du catalogue CEF"), confirming the philatelic edition.

The sheet features an elegant layout, with a wide white border, a black frame around the main illustration, and refined typography. The left side of the sheet is perforated, suggesting a presentation intended for a binder or album, typical of CEF editions.

This type of sheet is sought after for the quality of its illustrations, the precision of its texts, and the presence of a stamp with a first-day cancellation, thus bringing together several aspects of French thematic philately.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible areas in the photo show a clean sheet, with no apparent stains or tears. The print, stamp, and postmark are clear. No visible traces of writing or creases on the displayed side.

Did you know? Pauline Kergomard (1838-1925) is considered the founder of public nursery schools in France. Her actions were decisive in recognizing the importance of education from an early age. She was the first woman appointed Inspector General of Nursery Schools in 1881, a position she held until 1917.

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