American Artist Paintings - Andrew Wyeth Sheet of 12 Stamps

This stamp pane celebrates the centennial of the birth of Andrew Wyeth (1917–2009), one of the most prominent American artists of the 20th century. Wyeth, working in a realistic style that defied artistic trends, created haunting and enigmatic paintings based largely on people and places in his life, a body of work that continues to resist easy or comfortable interpretation. The issuance includes 12 stamps that feature a detail of a different Andrew Wyeth painting, showcasing his diverse and captivating work. The paintings featured are: "Wind from the Sea" (1947), "Big Room" (1988), "Christina's World" (1948), "Alvaro and Christina" (1968), "Frostbitten" (1962), "Sailor's Valentine" (1985), "Soaring" (1942–1950), "North Light" (1984), "Spring Fed" (1967), "The Carry" (2003), "Young Bull" (1960), and "My Studio" (1974). The selvage of the pane displays a photograph of Wyeth from the 1930s, providing a glimpse into the artist's life. The pane was designed by art director Derry Noyes, and the Forever stamps included will always be equal to the first-class rate, making them a great choice for your special occasion needs.

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