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Contemporary Irish Art: 'Flight of the Earls' by James Scanlon
common1945-1980

Contemporary Irish Art: 'Flight of the Earls' by James Scanlon

Ireland · 1980 · 12p

This stamp features the painting 'Flight of the Earls' by contemporary Irish artist James Scanlon. The abstract design uses bold colors and shapes to evoke the historical event of 1607 when Gaelic aristocrats fled Ireland. It is part of a series showcasing modern Irish art.

The stamp was issued as part of the second series celebrating Contemporary Irish Art, highlighting the nation's vibrant cultural scene during this period.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg499
scott472
michel515

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.