N4005

Children’s Book Animals

Wild Thing by Maurice Sendak

Collins Cover Announcement 

Favorite Children's Book Animals

Wild Thing

Of all the stamp subjects in this series of eight, the -Wild Thing presented the most difficult obstacle in my deciding to use real animals in my hand painted cachets. I couldn't decide which way to go until I learned of a small wildcat which is found in parts of Africa. With teeth barred and ears pointed, it certainly looks like a "wild thing" to me, and I think it makes for an extremely effective cachet. It is distinctive in its appearance, and not only will future Collins collectors search for this cachet, but dedicated "cat" topicalists will seek it out. With the neat pictorial First Day postmark, you'll enjoy adding this bold First Day Cover to your collection. It's wild!

I'm pleased to offer the "Wild Thing" — Collins #N4005 — $13.25.