Vermeer’s Milkmaid on a stamp from Rwanda
collection highlight
On the occasion of International Women’s Year (1975), approximately 250 postage stamps were issued all over the world.
The colorful postage stamps cover a wide range of subjects. Among these is of course the peace dove, the official symbol of IWY. Moreover, many well-known paintings featuring women, working women and famous women were portrayed. Inspiring, powerful statements such as ‘peace, development, equality’ were often used.
Stamps from Rwanda (1)
These stamps form a rich and curious collection which is owned by Atria. A selection is shown here.
Stamps from the DDR
Stamps from Rwanda
Stamps from Irak
Stamps from Republiek Guinee
Stamps from Ghana
