Japan – Scott #s 1447-48

Description

Japan – Scott #1447–1448 (Mint Never Hinged)

This thoughtful two-stamp commemorative set, issued in 1981, highlights modern Japanese painting, presenting two contrasting yet complementary works that explore interiority, mood, and daily life. Together, the stamps reflect Japan’s continued commitment to showcasing fine art through philately in the late 20th century.

Scott #1447 reproduces a richly colored portrait of a young girl wrapped in patterned fabric, rendered with expressive brushwork and a subdued, introspective gaze. The texture and palette give the image emotional weight and immediacy. Scott #1448 contrasts this with a quieter domestic scene: a seated woman in traditional dress within a sparsely furnished interior, drawn with clean lines and restrained color in a style influenced by modernized ukiyo-e traditions.

Both stamps carry a 60-yen denomination, intended for contemporary postal rates, and together they offer collectors a compact study in differing artistic approaches within modern Japanese art. The pair is especially appealing for collectors interested in portraiture, interior scenes, and art history themes.

This set is mint never hinged (MNH), with full original gum and no evidence of mounting, making it a strong choice for condition-conscious collectors.

A refined addition to collections focused on Japan, fine art stamps, modern painting, or cultural history.

Details:

• Country: Japan

• Scott Catalog Numbers: 1447–1448

• Denomination: 60 yen each

• Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH), full original gum

• Issue Year: 1981

• Format: Two-stamp set

• Color: Multicolor

• Theme: Modern art, painting, portraiture, domestic life