CEF Jean Dubuffet 1985 Le Havre Art Brut stamp FDC souvenir sheet

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Description

This illustrated philatelic souvenir sheet is dedicated to Jean Dubuffet (1901-1985), a major figure in contemporary art and founder of Art Brut. It is a CEF sheet, identifiable by the mention "CEF" and the numbering "N°784 du catalogue CEF" visible in the upper left corner. This sheet features a horizontal composition on a white background, with a stamp issued by the French Republic on the left representing the work "L'Égaré," accompanied by a clearly legible cancellation "1er jour Dubuffet 14 Sept 1985 Le Havre." On the right is a color reproduction of Jean Dubuffet's painting, characterized by abstract motifs, white, black, and red lines, and a stylized central silhouette.

The central part of the sheet details Jean Dubuffet's biography, printed in French in black font on a white background. The text highlights Dubuffet's importance in 20th-century art, evoking his attachment to Art Brut, his break with academic conventions, and the impact of his graphic and sculptural work. The sheet is framed with a brown border and numbered "10930" in the lower left corner.

On the left, a technical column specifies that it is a limited edition, with mentions of the print run and manufacturing ("20 300 offset, 13 500 sur soie"), as well as the designer's name. The whole has a matte finish, typical of CEF commemorative sheets.

The visible side is in good general condition, with no apparent creases or tears. The impression of the stamp, cancellation, and text is clear. The colors of Dubuffet's visual are vibrant and well-contrasted, with graphic details faithful to the artist's aesthetic.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The presented side is clean, with no major visible defects. Some minor traces related to handling may be present, without affecting legibility or the integrity of the sheet.

Did you know? Jean Dubuffet coined the term "Art Brut" to describe works created outside traditional art circuits, often by people without academic training. His influence deeply marked French philately, which paid tribute to him on several occasions, notably with the issue of this stamp in 1985.

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