Seven Brothers: The Pale Girl
Finland · 1970 · 0.50mk
This stamp depicts a scene from Aleksis Kivi's classic novel 'Seven Brothers,' specifically illustrating 'The Pale Girl' from the fifth chapter. The design, by Pentti Rahikainen, features a stylized and somewhat melancholic portrayal of a young woman, reflecting the novel's themes.
Issued in 1970, this stamp commemorates the centenary of Aleksis Kivi's seminal work, 'Seven Brothers' (Seitsemän veljestä), a foundational piece of Finnish literature. It is considered the first significant novel written in the Finnish language, deeply influencing the nation's cultural identity.
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Photogravure
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