Philately Fridays: German Federal Republic, 1964

The tale of Sleeping Beauty told through four postage stamps, done up in a classic flat illustration style which still remains relevant today.

Related: Little Red Riding Hood stamps from the same artist.

Philately Fridays: German Democratic Republic, 1973

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Set of six stamps showing the Russian fairy tale "By The Pike's Request."

Philately Fridays: German Federal Republic, 1960

Here's the story of Rotkäppchen, better known as Little Red Riding Hood, as told through postage stamps. I love how much detail is achieved through such a stripped-down illustration style and limited color palette. More of these vintage fairy tale stamp series to come!