Philatelic sheet CEF The Council of Europe Strasbourg stamps 1964

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Description

This philatelic sheet, published by CEF, honors the Council of Europe, with a central illustration depicting Strasbourg Cathedral and the Council building, as well as a map of Europe in the background. The composition combines purple, grey, and black tones, adding an artistic touch to the whole. The title "LE CONSEIL DE L’EUROPE" is printed in black below the illustration, offering a sober and elegant presentation.

On the left side, two stamps are visible, one green and one blue, each canceled with a round postmark "CONSEIL DE L’EUROPE 17 NOV 1964 STRASBOURG". A third red stamp, also canceled with the same postmark, is on the right. These philatelic elements authenticate the sheet and attest to its commemorative edition.

The text printed on the sheet explains the history and role of the Council of Europe, created after the Second World War and headquartered in Strasbourg. The information is presented in two columns framing the central illustration, with careful typography and balanced layout. The illustration is signed by Eugène Lacaque, a renowned painter known for his philatelic creations.

The left edge of the sheet displays perforations for insertion into a binder, as well as printed mentions: "Édition CEF", "Modèle déposé", "Imprimé par les soins du service commercial CEF France", and the catalog number "9809". The print is clear, with no visible defects on the presented side.

This CEF commemorative sheet is a sought-after philatelic document for its graphics, canceled stamps, and print quality.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The sheet has a clean surface and clear print, with no apparent signs of wear on the visible side. The stamps and postmarks are well preserved. The lateral perforations are intact.

Did you know? The Council of Europe was founded in 1949 in Strasbourg and now includes 46 member states. Its main objective is to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law on the European continent. CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise Philatélique) sheets are known for their high-quality illustrations, often entrusted to renowned artists such as Eugène Lacaque.

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