Francisco Goya, La Maja Desnuda
Spain · 1930 · 10 Ptas
This stamp features the famous painting 'La Maja Desnuda' (The Nude Maja) by the renowned Spanish artist Francisco Goya. The design is part of a triptych set issued to commemorate the artist, with the other stamps depicting 'La Maja Vestida' (The Clothed Maja) and a portrait of Goya himself. The stamp is celebrated for its exquisite engraving and artistic significance.
Issued in 1930 during the final years of King Alfonso XIII's reign, this set was controversial for being one of the first to depict a nude figure on a postage stamp. It represents a bold artistic choice for its time and remains a classic of Spanish philately.
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