Lot of French stamps 1920s 1930s Sower Paris Olympiad postmarked

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Description

This lot includes several French postage stamps, mainly from the first half of the 20th century, as shown in the photo. It notably features iconic series such as the "Sower" in various face values and colors, as well as blocks dedicated to the 1924 Paris Olympics. The stamps are presented in groups of four, some in corner blocks, others in pairs, all affixed to a white sheet.

In detail, there is a block of four blue 75-centime stamps with a helmeted female profile, typical of classic French issues. Two blocks of four green 10-centime stamps are dedicated to the 8th Olympiad - Paris 1924, illustrating a female allegory holding an olive branch, with the inscription "FRANCE 8e OLYMPIADE 1924 PARIS".

Another set includes two blocks of four red 25-centime stamps, also featuring the 8th Paris Olympiad, on a red background with white inscriptions. The "Sower" series comes in several colors: reddish-brown (15c), violet (20c), pink (30c), and blue (30c), all marked "RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE POSTES" with the famous Sower figure sowing against the light.

Some stamps bear visible cancellations, notably "29.6.33" and "20.12.26", confirming their postal use at the time. The perforated edges are clearly visible, typical of prints from those years. The prints remain clear and the varied colors add interesting diversity to this lot. No stamp shows any surcharge or apparent signature on the visible side.

The presentation on a white sheet allows for clear distinction of each block and observation of the general condition: the corners are generally preserved, some traces of use or handling are visible, particularly on the margin of one of the blue blocks. The ensemble offers a representative overview of French philately from the 1920s-1930s.

Condition

Used items sold as is, with visible cancellations and traces of use consistent with their age.

Did you know? The "Sower" series is one of the most famous in French postal history, created from 1903 by the engraver Louis-Eugène Mouchon. It symbolizes the Republic sowing the seeds of liberty and was used on many values until the 1930s. The stamps commemorating the 8th Paris Olympiad of 1924 pay tribute to the Olympic Games organized in France that year, a major event of the interwar period.

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