South Korea 1957 New Year's Greetings, Traditional Mask Dance
South Korea · 1957 · 40 Hwan
This stamp was issued to celebrate the New Year of 1957. The design features a traditional Korean mask, specifically one used in the 'Talchum' or mask dance, a form of folk theatre. The vibrant colors and expressive face of the mask represent a significant aspect of Korean cultural heritage.
Issued during the post-Korean War reconstruction period, this stamp reflects a national effort to promote and preserve traditional Korean culture and arts.
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