St. Lucia, 1981 Christmas, Adoration of the Shepherds by Jacob Jordaens

Saint Lucia · 1981 · 10c

This stamp features a detail from the painting 'The Adoration of the Shepherds' by the Flemish Baroque artist Jacob Jordaens (1593-1678). The design focuses on the central figures of Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus, capturing a tender moment of the Nativity. It was part of a set issued to celebrate the Christmas season.

Issued in 1981, this stamp is part of a long tradition of countries around the world, including those in the Commonwealth, releasing special postage for the Christmas holiday, often featuring religious art.