Pierre de Ronsard, 400th Anniversary of Birth
France · 1936 · 75c
This stamp commemorates the 400th anniversary of the birth of Pierre de Ronsard (1524-1585), a renowned French poet of the Renaissance. The design features a portrait of Ronsard, who was a leading member of the literary group 'La Pléiade' and is celebrated for his lyrical poetry and sonnets.
Issued during the French Third Republic, this stamp reflects a national pride in France's rich literary and cultural heritage, honoring one of its most significant historical figures in poetry.
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Photogravure
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