Japan – Scott #s 1501-02

Description

This pair consists of Japan Scott #s 1501–1502, a two-stamp commemorative issue denominated 60 yen each, featuring reproductions of Japanese fine art paintings drawn from different artistic traditions. Issued as part of Japan’s continuing program highlighting national art and culture, the stamps present a contrast between classical imagery and modern still-life composition.

The first stamp reproduces a traditional-style depiction of a woman in winter dress, rendered with delicate linework and muted seasonal tones, evoking themes common in Japanese woodblock-inspired painting. The second stamp features a modern floral still life, with bold color, stylized form, and decorative patterning, reflecting 20th-century artistic experimentation.

Together, the pair illustrates the breadth of Japanese visual art, from historically rooted figurative subjects to contemporary interpretations of form and color. As with many Japanese art issues, the designs prioritize faithful reproduction and clarity, making them especially appealing to collectors of art on stamps.

Both stamps are mint, never hinged (MNH), with full original gum and clean margins. Condition is crisp and well preserved, forming an attractive matched pair.

A strong addition for collections focused on Japanese art, painting-themed philately, or modern commemorative issues.