This striking set of nine stamps showcases masterpieces of world art, each reproduced with remarkable clarity and bearing the red overprint KHORFAKKAN. Issued by Sharjah & Dependencies, the set includes paintings by renowned European and Japanese masters, representing styles from the Renaissance to Romanticism. Denominations range from 1 Riyal to 60 Dirhams, with both regular and airmail values. Printed by Rudder Rosenbaum, Vienna, these issues reflect the Emirate’s philatelic period celebrating global art heritage prior to UAE federation.

The subjects feature elegant portraits, classical compositions, and maritime scenes, all bordered in black — giving the set a rich, gallery-like presentation.

Key Details:

• Theme: Fine Art / Paintings / World Masterpieces

• Overprint: Khorfakkan (red)

• Printer: Rudder Rosenbaum, Vienna

• Period: Early 1970s (Pre-UAE era)

• Condition: Mint commemorative & airmail issues