1972 KrieghoffCornelius Krieghoff (1815 – 1872) , born in Amsterdam, was a popular 19th century painter of Canadian landscapes and Canadian life outdoors. A biography of Krieghoff and analysis of his place in Canadian art has been posted on the Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online website.
The stamp honouring Krieghoff, issued on November 29, 1972, reproduces one of the artist's best paintings, "The Blacksmith's Shop".
The Blacksmith's Shop
First Day Covers
Shering Corporation
Canada Envelope Company
"Broken Door Frame on Shed" variety
Jackson
Overseas Mailers
Grover
Canada Post Office Official First Day Cover
Ottawa (General) Tag
Canadian Bank Note
David Pritchard
Usages
Domestic Letter
Downsview Sub. No.8 to Belleville, December 4, 1972
8 cents domestic letter rate + 50 cents registration fee
Air Mail Letter Rate to the U.S.
10 cents air mail letter rate to the U.S.