United Nations Geneva stamps year 1998 Architecture – Schonbrunn Palace

Stamp Issuance

• The stamps were issued by the United Nations Office at Geneva on December 4, 1998, under the theme “Culture and natural treasures” .
• They form part of a multi-stamp set depicting distinguished architectural elements of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna:
  • The Gloriette
  • The Great Palm House
  • Schönbrunn Palace itself
  • Interior details such as a wall painting from the Bergl Rooms, a porcelain vase from the Mirror Room, and the throne-room stove.

Catalogue References

• According to LastDodo:
  • One block (order number 1) covers themes like castles, ceramic (pottery), and UNESCO motifs.
  • Another block (order number 2) highlights themes including castles, gardens, reinforcing its architectural and heritage value.
• Mystic Stamp Company also lists these as UNV248 (Geneva edition) and emphasizes Schönbrunn Palace’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site, underscoring its universal cultural importance.

Significance & Design Highlights

• The stamps celebrate architectural heritage, zeroing in on one of Austria’s most iconic landmarks—Schönbrunn Palace, a symbol of imperial history and artistic legacy.
• The issue showcases both external and internal architectural details, giving collectors rich visual variety across the set.
• Their release aligns with the UN’s broader mission of recognizing and preserving global cultural heritage, embodied here in this distinguished Austrian monument.

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