This 1967 First Day Cover features the 5¢ Thomas Eakins commemorative stamp, postmarked in Washington, DC on November 2, 1967. The cachet, produced by C. Stephen Anderson, displays a striking portrait of the artist alongside a detailed biographical text.
Thomas Eakins (1844–1916) was one of America’s most important 19th-century painters, celebrated for his realistic portrayals of everyday life, sporting scenes, and prominent figures. His work captured the spirit of post-Civil War America and helped elevate American art on the world stage.
The stamp reproduces Eakins’ 1872 painting “The Biglin Brothers Racing,” a dynamic depiction of competitive rowing on the Schuylkill River. The block of four stamps on this cover prominently displays the “First Day of Issue” inscription across the perforations.
The cover is addressed to LtCol R. E. Brandel at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps in Washington, DC—an address tied to the historic Navy Annex and Marine Corps operations during the mid-20th century.
A fine addition for collectors of American art topicals, sports philately, or classic U.S. First Day Covers, this example remains in attractive condition with clear postmarks and vibrant stamp colors.
