Philatelic Week 1980, Painting by Fernando Amorsolo

Philippines · 1980 · 30s

This stamp commemorates Philatelic Week in the Philippines for the year 1980. The design features the 1939 painting "Tinikling" by renowned Filipino artist Fernando Amorsolo, depicting a traditional folk dance. The stamp's design places this artwork within a perforated stamp border, creating a 'stamp-on-stamp' motif.

Issued during the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos, this stamp highlights the Philippines' rich cultural heritage through the work of National Artist Fernando Amorsolo, celebrating both national art and the hobby of philately.