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Voyage of Christopher Columbus: Crossing the
Atlantic
Gouache on board
Artist: Richard
Schlecht
Art director: Joe Brockert
First day of issue: April 24, 1992
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For this stamp, one of four illustrating the 1492 voyage
of Christopher Columbus, the Postal Service commissioned
artist Richard Schlecht. Trained as an Army illustrator
and known for specializing in underwater archaeology
and maritime history, Schlecht brought his remarkable
eye for detail to this painting, ensuring a sense of
authenticity as well as drama |
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