Ethiopia 1966 UNESCO Art Series: 17th Century Painting of the Virgin Mary

Ethiopia · 1966 · 50c

This stamp features a detail from a 17th-century Ethiopian painting depicting the Virgin Mary and Child. The artwork is rendered in the traditional Gondarine style, characterized by its vibrant colors and distinct facial features. The stamp was issued as part of a series to promote the preservation of cultural monuments, in collaboration with UNESCO.

Issued during the reign of Emperor Haile Selassie I, this stamp highlights Ethiopia's rich Christian artistic heritage and its participation in international cultural preservation efforts led by UNESCO in the mid-20th century.