Introduction
Designed by Andre Regagnon, and engraved by Jules Piel, here is a calm and majestic Marianne, at the bow of a ship, representing France. The sun is rising, a wind is in the sails, and all looks good for the Republic.
This was the only stamp ever designed by Regagnon.
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Artist's Proof with Regagnon and Piel Signatures Artist's Proofs, or Die Proofs are made by hand from the unhardened die. Early die proofs were made by the artist, thus the term "Artist's Proof." These typically have an embossed control seal, and are signed in pencil by the artist and/or engraver. The artist/designer always signs on the left, and the engraver on the right, unless they are the same, then the signature appears on either side.* |
