Dimensions: 19 x 20.4 cm.
Description:
Paul and Chris Calle handsigned philatelic presentation in Sweden. Artists' proof print No. 0649. The postmark says "Stockholm release date 11.05.1994".
Paul Calle:
Paul Calle (1928-2010) was an American artist known for his illustrations and paintings. He was chosen to document NASA's Mercury-Atlas 7 mission in 1962 and capturing the spirit of space exploration. He went on to create numerous iconic illustrations and paintings depicting astronauts, spacecraft, and pivotal moments in space history.
Paul Calle's involvement in the Apollo 11 mission also extended to designing a postage stamp. In 1969, he was commissioned by the United States Postal Service to create a stamp commemorating the first moon landing. Calle's design depicted an astronaut's boot on the lunar surface with Earth in the background. The stamp, known as the "First Man on the Moon" stamp, was released on September 9, 1969, and became one of the most iconic and widely recognized postage stamps in American history.
Paul Calle's involvement in the Apollo 11 mission also extended to designing a postage stamp. In 1969, he was commissioned by the United States Postal Service to create a stamp commemorating the first moon landing. Calle's design depicted an astronaut's boot on the lunar surface with Earth in the background. The stamp, known as the "First Man on the Moon" stamp, was released on September 9, 1969, and became one of the most iconic and widely recognized postage stamps in American history.
Chris Calle:
Christopher "Chris" Calle is an American artist known for his contributions to space art. Born in 1961, Calle grew up surrounded by the artistic influence of his father, Paul Calle.He has collaborated with NASA, creating artwork for various missions and events, including the 50th-anniversary celebrations of the Apollo moon landing. His art often depicts astronauts, spacecraft, and cosmic landscapes. has also illustrated for book covers, magazines, and other publications.
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