vintage postage stamps

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a visual look at vintage postage stamps from around the world with a focus on design and illustration (any additional history in forms of notes always appreciated)

Curated by Karen Horton
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Ryukyu Islands postage stamp: textile monkey

c. 1967

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Ryukyu Islands postage stamp: textile design

c. 1970, celebrating the “New Year”

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Great Britain postage stamp: William Morris

c. 1982, one of set of 4 stamps featuring British textiles

above textile image: Strawberry Thief by William Morris c. 1880s

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