Denmark – Scott #s 1059-60, used

Description

Denmark – 1996 Thorvald Bindesbøll Design Stamps (Scott 1059–1060), Used

This distinctive used pair from Denmark, issued in 1996 and cataloged as Scott 1059–1060, celebrates the work of Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846–1908), one of Denmark’s most influential decorative artists and designers.

Bindesbøll is best known for his groundbreaking contributions to ceramics, ornamentation, and graphic design, bridging Art Nouveau sensibilities with a uniquely Nordic visual language. His work emphasized organic forms, bold patterning, and strong surface design, elements clearly reflected in this stamp pair.

• Scott 1059 (3.75 kr) depicts a ceramic vessel designed by Bindesbøll, rendered in rich greens and dark accents. The rounded form and abstract decoration highlight his innovative approach to functional art and surface treatment.

• Scott 1060 (4.00 kr) features a dense ornamental pattern drawn from Bindesbøll’s decorative motifs, composed of flowing black forms against a warm ochre background, emphasizing rhythm, repetition, and organic movement.

The designs were created by Torben Skov and engraved by Martin Mørck, combining modern graphic clarity with precise line work. Together, the stamps function as both miniature art reproductions and tributes to Denmark’s design heritage.

Both stamps are postally used, with visible cancellations that do not significantly detract from the artwork. Colors remain strong, perforations are intact, and overall condition is clean and visually appealing for used examples.

An excellent pair for collectors of Denmark, design and decorative arts, Art Nouveau influences, or artists on stamps, and a standout issue within Denmark’s 1990s cultural commemoratives.