Congo year 2002 Art – Handicrafts stamps MNH set

Congo year 2002 Art – Handicrafts stamps MNH set

The stamp set is a commemorative issue from Congo (likely the Republic of the Congo / Congo-Brazzaville), released in the year 2002, on the theme of Art – Handicrafts.

Here are the details found:

• Issuing Country: Congo (often refers to the Republic of the Congo, or Congo-Brazzaville, for this type of agency issue).
• Year of Issue: 2002.
• Theme: Art – Handicrafts (also referred to as “Artisanat” in French listings).
• Format: It was issued as a set of stamps. An online stamp dealer mentioned a set of stamps, and the theme is centered around the rich artistic traditions of the Congo, such as:
  • Wood Carving (masks, sculptures, figurines)
  • Basket Weaving
  • Textiles (like Kuba cloth)
  • Pottery
  • Metalwork

These topical issues are common from many countries and are popular with thematic stamp collectors.