Stamp. Mauritius 2018 . Issued as part of the two-stamp series “Art and Science”, this stamp was created to honor Joseph Nicéphore Niépce (1765–1833), the French scientist, inventor, and pioneer of photography. Its design features Niépce’s portrait alongside a reproduction of his 1826–1827 work “View from the Window at Le Gras”, regarded as the world’s first permanent photograph. Niépce achieved this historic milestone using a method he called heliography, which required several hours of exposure. He later collaborated with Louis Daguerre, playing a significant role in the development of photography. This stamp pays tribute to both his scientific innovations and the lasting legacy he left on visual culture. Today, Niépce’s pioneering work is recognized as the foundation of modern photography, bringing together art and science in a revolutionary way.
Stamp. Luxemburg 2004. Issued as part of a two-stamp series honoring Luxembourg natives who emigrated to the United States, this stamp features renowned photographer and painter Edward Steichen (1879–1973). Considered one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century, Steichen was known for his pioneering work in portrait, fashion, and war photography. As the first curator of the Photography Department at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, he played a key role in establishing photography as a respected museum art form. This stamp symbolizes Steichen’s enduring legacy in both art and the development of photography.
Stamp. Marshall Island 1997. This stamp, part of the “20th Century 1900–1909” 15-stamp series, symbolizes one of the significant social and technological developments of the era. It depicts a man photographing his family using a Brownie box camera. The Brownie box camera, introduced by Eastman Kodak in 1900, was a revolutionary product that made photography accessible to the general public. With its simple design and affordable price, the Brownie became the first camera that amateur photographers could easily use. This transformed photography from a privilege of professionals and the wealthy into a widespread hobby. The stamp highlights both the democratization of photography and the growing importance of capturing everyday family life in the early 20th century. Thanks to the Brownie camera, millions of people were able to preserve their memories for future generations, greatly enriching our visual history.
Stamp. St. Pierre Miquelon 1988. This stamp was issued in honor of military doctor and passionate photographer Dr. Louis Thomas (1887–1976). Between 1912 and 1926, Thomas spent three separate periods on the islands of Saint Pierre and Miquelon. During this time, he took thousands of photographs documenting daily life in the archipelago and the lives of sailors from Normandy during the great cod fishing era. In addition to his professional duties, Dr. Thomas produced visual records of great historical and cultural value. His photographs provide an important window into the social structure of the islands, the lives of the sailors, and the fishing activities of the early 20th century. This stamp honors the lasting legacy Dr. Louis left through his photography.
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