East Germany (DDR) – Scott # 2355
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1983 DDR Founders of Naumburg Cathedral – Thimo and Wilhelm (Scott #2355); MNH issue depicting the Gothic donor statues from Naumburg Cathedral, celebrating medieval artistry and German cultural heritage.
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Description
East Germany (DDR) — Scott #2355 (1983) — Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Issued in 1983, this commemorative stamp honors the founders (Stifter) of the Naumburg Cathedral (Naumburger Dom)—the brothers Thimo and Wilhelm von Thüringen. The design reproduces two of the famous stone donor statues carved by the Naumburg Master in the 13th century, remarkable examples of early Gothic sculpture in Germany.
Design details:
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The two figures, Thimo and Wilhelm, are depicted holding shields bearing the arms of their noble lineage.
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The design emphasizes the artistry of medieval stonework and the cultural heritage of Naumburg Cathedral, a masterpiece of European medieval architecture and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The vertical inscription reads “Stifter des Naumburger Doms” (“Founders of Naumburg Cathedral”).
Details:
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Date of Issue: 1983
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Denomination: 20 Pfennig
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Theme: Medieval Art / Architecture / Religion / Sculpture / Cultural Heritage
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Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
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