Philatelic sheet CEF Les Gens du Voyage illustration Sandra Jayat

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet features a thematic edition entitled "Les Gens du Voyage" (Travellers). On the visible side, a sheet is inserted into a transparent plastic sleeve, with explanatory text printed in black on the left and a large color illustration in the center-left. The illustration, signed by Sandra Jayat, depicts a female character in an expressive pictorial style, with dominant tones of yellow, brown, ochre, and blue, with marked brushstroke effects. The scene evokes a bohemian universe, directly related to the sheet's theme.

In the upper right corner of the sheet is a matching stamp, reproducing part of the pictorial work, accompanied by a "Les Gens du Voyage – Premier Jour – Paris" (Travellers – First Day – Paris) postmark in black. This type of sheet is typical of CEF (Connaissance et Étude de la Philatélie Française) issues, recognized for their careful presentation and their enhancement of cultural or historical subjects through art and philately.

The sleeve has perforations on the left side, suitable for filing in a philatelic album. On the lower white border, the number "605" is printed, indicating that it is a limited edition. On the left, the mention "N° 111 du catalogue CEF" is legible, specifying the reference of this sheet in the CEF collection, as well as mentions relating to SO.CO.DA.P. and the limited edition.

The text printed on the sheet details the history and cultural diversity of Travellers, while highlighting the artistic and musical contribution of these communities. The whole is presented on a rectangular cardboard support, with a thin brown border surrounding the main visual.

This CEF sheet stands out for its neat visual appearance, the quality of the illustration, and the presence of a matching stamp with a First Day postmark. It is aimed at anyone who appreciates thematic philately, contemporary graphic art, and limited edition commemorative documents.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The sheet visible in the photo shows good general preservation, with no major apparent defects on the shown side. Intact plastic sleeve and clean sheet, with no visible stains or creases on the exposed part.

Did you know? The CEF (Connaissance et Étude de la Philatélie Française) is a series of illustrated philatelic sheets published since the 1960s, each copy offering a cultural or historical theme accompanied by a stamp and a First Day postmark, often produced in limited editions for philatelists and postal art enthusiasts.

AFW Reassurance

Fast and careful shipping, professional packaging to guarantee the integrity of the sheet. Experienced professional seller in the management of philatelic objects and specialized editions.

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