Allegories of the Colonies: Oceania

France · 1906 · 10c

This stamp is part of the 'Allegories of the Colonies' series, representing French colonial possessions. The design features an allegorical figure of Oceania, a woman in classical attire, seated with a backdrop of a tropical landscape and a steamship in the distance, symbolizing French influence and maritime connections.

Issued in the early 20th century, this series reflects the height of French colonial power and was used across various French territories, promoting a unified imperial identity.