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SCG7270 -🇬🇧 Great Britain 1975 – J.M.W. Turner Bicentenary Set
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Issued in 1975 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the celebrated British painter Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775–1851), this striking set of four stamps captures the brilliance of his romantic landscapes and seascapes. Each design reproduces one of Turner’s masterpieces, paired with the cameo of Queen Elizabeth II in profile. The set highlights Turner’s fascination with light, atmosphere, and the sublime power of nature, representing a perfect fusion of art and philately.
Stamp Designs:
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4½p – “The Fighting Temeraire” (1839): Depicts the grand warship being towed to her last berth, symbolizing the end of an era.
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5½p – “Snow Storm – Steam-Boat off a Harbour’s Mouth” (1842): A powerful, swirling depiction of man battling the fury of the sea.
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8p – “The Grand Canal, Venice” (1835): A warm, glowing portrayal of Venetian architecture and sunset reflections.
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10p – “Norham Castle, Sunrise” (c.1845): A tranquil, misty landscape suffused with dawn light, expressing Turner’s mastery of luminosity.
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