2019 First-Class Forever Stamp,Ellsworth Kelly
# 5382-91 - 2019 First-Class Forever Stamp - Ellsworth Kelly
$18.95 - $67.50
Write a Review
Write a Review
5382-91 - 2019 First-Class Forever Stamp - Ellsworth Kelly
| Image | Condition | Price | Qty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Fleetwood FDC with Digital Color Cancel
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 64.95
|
$ 64.95 |
|
|
|
Fleetwood First Day Cover (Plate Block)
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 18.95
|
$ 18.95 |
|
|
|
Fleetwood First Day Cover Set
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 34.95
|
$ 34.95 |
|
|
|
Mint Plate Block
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 35.95
|
$ 35.95 |
|
|
|
Mint Stamp(s)
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Free with 8,630 Points
$ 32.50
|
$ 32.50 |
|
|
|
Mint Sheet(s)
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 67.50
|
$ 67.50 |
|
|
|
Mint Horizontal Gutter Pair
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 29.95
|
$ 29.95 |
|
|
|
Used Single Stamp(s)
Ships in 1-3 business days.
Ships in 1-3 business days.
$ 27.50
|
$ 27.50 |
|
Mounts - Click Here
| Mount | Price | Qty |
|---|
US #5382-91
2019 Ellsworth Kelly
- Commemorates abstract artist Ellsworth Kelly and 10 of his works
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Value: 55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: May 31, 2019
First Day City: Spencertown, New York
Quantity Issued: 20,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Panes of 20
Tagging: Phosphor, block tag
Why the stamp was issued: To honor Ellsworth Kelly, an abstract artist known for his paintings, sculpture, and works on paper.
About the stamp design: Each of the 10 stamps pictures a different piece by Kelly.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held at Ellsworth Kelly Studio in Spencertown, New York.
History the stamp represents: Ellsworth Kelly (1923-2015) was one of the most influential abstract artists of his generation. Throughout his life, he created art focused on color and form, without personal meaning. The resulting works were visual experiences that challenged the traditional concept of art.
Kelly grew up in New Jersey, where he developed an appreciation for nature while birdwatching. His days spent observing nature would later direct the way he approached his art. After attending the Pratt Institute, Kelly volunteered for the Army during World War II. He helped create camouflage for tanks and was part of the Ghost Army, a deception unit that drew German fire away from US troops.
After the war, Kelly briefly attended school in Boston before traveling to Paris. His eyes were opened there, taking in the art and architecture, and experimenting with abstraction for the first time. In Paris, Kelly developed his artistic style, capturing everyday items through simple shapes and colors.
When he returned to America, Kelly’s work stood out. Most American artists were practicing abstract expressionism, which focused on emotional expression. But Kelly’s work was more abstract in that he sought to remove emotion from it. His massive painting installations and sculptures grew popular and soon were featured in public buildings and art galleries around the world. Kelly would go on to receive numerous awards and honors, including the National Medal of Arts.
Kelly had a major influence on Pop Art, Minimalism, and hard-edge and color field painting. Today, he is beloved as an independent artist whose popularity is as monumental as the artworks he created.
US #5382-91
2019 Ellsworth Kelly
- Commemorates abstract artist Ellsworth Kelly and 10 of his works
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Value: 55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: May 31, 2019
First Day City: Spencertown, New York
Quantity Issued: 20,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Panes of 20
Tagging: Phosphor, block tag
Why the stamp was issued: To honor Ellsworth Kelly, an abstract artist known for his paintings, sculpture, and works on paper.
About the stamp design: Each of the 10 stamps pictures a different piece by Kelly.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held at Ellsworth Kelly Studio in Spencertown, New York.
History the stamp represents: Ellsworth Kelly (1923-2015) was one of the most influential abstract artists of his generation. Throughout his life, he created art focused on color and form, without personal meaning. The resulting works were visual experiences that challenged the traditional concept of art.
Kelly grew up in New Jersey, where he developed an appreciation for nature while birdwatching. His days spent observing nature would later direct the way he approached his art. After attending the Pratt Institute, Kelly volunteered for the Army during World War II. He helped create camouflage for tanks and was part of the Ghost Army, a deception unit that drew German fire away from US troops.
After the war, Kelly briefly attended school in Boston before traveling to Paris. His eyes were opened there, taking in the art and architecture, and experimenting with abstraction for the first time. In Paris, Kelly developed his artistic style, capturing everyday items through simple shapes and colors.
When he returned to America, Kelly’s work stood out. Most American artists were practicing abstract expressionism, which focused on emotional expression. But Kelly’s work was more abstract in that he sought to remove emotion from it. His massive painting installations and sculptures grew popular and soon were featured in public buildings and art galleries around the world. Kelly would go on to receive numerous awards and honors, including the National Medal of Arts.
Kelly had a major influence on Pop Art, Minimalism, and hard-edge and color field painting. Today, he is beloved as an independent artist whose popularity is as monumental as the artworks he created.