Shakespeare's Plays: The Elf


Shakespeare's Plays: The Elf
The postage stamp depicts a dreamlike elf figure inspired by the world of William Shakespeare’s plays. The design blends nature and magic with fantasy and the mysterious atmosphere that has surrounded one of the most significant figures in world literature for centuries. The design is based on an internationally acclaimed original artwork and evokes the rich tradition of European mythological tales, legends, and fairy-tale creatures. The postage stamp celebrates imagination, the beauty of the fantasy world, and the timeless legacy of Shakespeare’s work.
Last pieces
€6.00
Categoryznamky
Catalog Number12282
Release Date9/6/2023
Dimensions40x30 mm
DesignerMarina Richterová
EngraverMarina Richterová
Weight20 g
Elves and other magical creatures are an integral part of William Shakespeare’s plays. In his works, they represent a world of fantasy, mystery, and natural forces that intertwines with the fates of human characters. It is thanks to them that Shakespeare’s stories take on their unique fairy-tale and dreamlike quality.
The postage stamp features a detail from an internationally acclaimed sheet issued in 2023. The precise engraving faithfully captures the lightness, playfulness, and magical atmosphere of this fairy-tale character. The design draws on the rich tradition of European legends and evokes the timeless magic of Shakespeare’s works.
The stamp brings together the worlds of literature, art, and fantasy in a striking miniature that celebrates the imagination and magic of stories passed down through generations.



