1957, 2k & 8k Musical Instruments, essays (Scott 34, 36), monochrome black proofs pulled on thin vertically laid paper, each signed in pencil by Jean Pheulpin; reverse of each with note from collector indicating "Late State" and the design element that indicates this; a clean pair, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 1,500 - 2,000. Est. HK$1,500-2,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,500-2,000

1957, 2k to 8k Musical Instruments complete, specialist's proof selection (Scott 34-36), a compilation of 12 items, with the 2k value as a black print, a reddish brown print and a multi-color hand-painted example; the 4k value a glorious multicolor hand-colored example, a blue violet die proof plus three die proofs in black; the 8k value as a late stage proof on thin vertically laid paper, plus proofs in each black, blue violet and plum; all die sunk on thick card (less the one 8k item), and each signed by Jean Pheulpin, Very Fine, a lovely compilation impossible to duplicate.
Estimate HK$ 4,000 - 6,000. Est. HK$4,000-6,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$4,000-6,000

1958, Elephants issue, set of six proofs (Scott 41-43, 45-47), complete less the 2k value; each die sunk on deckle-edged card, 5k value showing papermaker's watermark; the 10c, 20c and 13k values pulled in brown, the others in black, pristine, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 5,000 - 7,500. Est. HK$5,000-7,500 (Image1)

Est. HK$5,000-7,500

1958, 2k Elephants, first through fourth state die proofs (Scott 44), a set of four die sunk proofs on deckle-edged card, each signed Jean Pheulpin and inscribed 1^er état to 4^e état, showing the stages of production of the issue, each as fresh as the day it was pulled, Very Fine, a one-of-a-kind set.
Estimate HK$ 5,000 - 7,500. Est. HK$5,000-7,500 (Image1)

Est. HK$5,000-7,500

1959, 1k & 5k Education & Fine Arts, proofs (Scott 56, 59), set of three, two of the 1k Dancers and a single 5k Dancers & Temple; each on deckle-edge heavy stock (one 1k on die-cut deckle, the other two items with natural deckles); each die-sunk, signed by Jean Pheulpin, and bearing the embossed "Imprimerie des timbres-poste/Contrôle" stamp of the printery; a few foxed spots on the 5k away from the impression, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 1,200 - 1,500. Est. HK$1,200-1,500 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,200-1,500

1959, 1.50k, 11k & 12.50k Historical Monuments, die proofs (Scott 61, 64-65), an absolutely beautiful trio, the 11k (Scott #64) on paper with a single natural deckle and in monochrome violet, the 1.50k and 12.50k (#61, 65) on die-cut deckled stock in glorious hand-painted multicolor beauty—even the area sunk by the die is filled in in a light yellow; each signed by engraver Jean Pheulpin with printing works' "Contrôle" emboss, Very Fine, a glorious lot.
Estimate HK$ 3,600 - 4,000. Est. HK$3,600-4,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$3,600-4,000

1961, 4k, 9k & 25k King Sisavang-Vong's Funeral, die-sunk proofs (Scott 66, 68-69), five items in total: the 4k value (Scott #66) in slate blue, the 9k (#68) in a deep red, and three examples of the 25 (#69), one in black, the other two delicately hand-painted in different color combinations; each signed by the engraver; light diagonal crease at upper right of 9k barely noticeable, Very Fine, a beautiful group.
Estimate HK$ 5,000 - 6,000. Est. HK$5,000-6,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$5,000-6,000

1963, 9k FAO "Freedom from Hunger" Campaign, pair of die-sunk proofs (Scott 84), one a blackprint, the second beautifully hand-painted in strong, vibrant color; each is signed and carries the "Imprimerie des timbres-poste/Contrôle" emboss at lower left; both on heavy paper with two natural deckle edges, the blackprint showing partial "F K Rives" watermark, Very Fine, a beautiful duo.
Estimate HK$ 1,600 - 2,000. Est. HK$1,600-2,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,600-2,000

1963, 4k and 20k+5k International Red Cross Centenary, set of four die proofs (Scott 85, B9), comprising three examples of the 4k value, one monochrome in blue, the other two brilliantly and differently hand-painted; plus a single copy of the 20k+5k Semi-Postal, also lovingly colored by hand; light overall toning to the 4k pieces, the 20k+5k on lily-white paper; each signed and "Contrôle"-embossed, Very Fine, very pretty.
Estimate HK$ 3,000 - 4,000. Est. HK$3,000-4,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$3,000-4,000

1964, 10k UNESCO Campaign to Save Nubian Monuments, hand-painted die proof (Scott 91), and magnificently done at that, with vibrant colors perfectly placed; impression is die-sunk on cream stock showing full "B F K Rives" papermaker's watermark; signed Robert Cami, with fancy "Contrôle" emboss at lower left including depiction of a Gutenberg-style platen press; some foxing well away from the design image, still Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 1,200 - 1,600. Est. HK$1,200-1,600 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,200-1,600

1964, "Neutral and Constitutional Laos" issue, set of eight proofs (Scott 92, 94-95), a lovely holding comprising the 10k, 20k and 40k values; single example of the 10k in black; four copies of the 20k (in red, blue, brown black and beautifully hand-colored); and three 40k values (black, blue green and light red); all die-sunk and signed by Charles Mazelin, the 40k black showing the full "B F K Rives" watermark, Very Fine, an exquisite set.
Estimate HK$ 6,500 - 7,500. Est. HK$6,500-7,500 (Image1)

Est. HK$6,500-7,500

1964-74, a sextet of single sunken-die proofs (Scott 100//249), a pretty group, comprising 25k Lao Women (Scott #100) in black, 10k Hophabang Temple (#108) in red brown, 5k Slaty-headed Parakeet (#122) in slate green, 50k That Luang (#194) in brown, 20k Wild Boar (#203) in black and 25k Mekong River Ferry (#249) in blue; each signed and bearing platen-design "Contrôle" emboss at lower left, Very Fine, inspect.
Estimate HK$ 3,200 - 3,600. Est. HK$3,200-3,600 (Image1)

Est. HK$3,200-3,600

1965, 55k & 75k Foreign Aid to Laos issue, die-sunk proofs (Scott 106-107), of the "British Aid" and "American Aid" denominations, the 55k in black and signed by Georges Bétemps, the 75k hand-colored and signed Jacques Combet; both with "Contrôle" emboss lower left, "British Aid" on paper with complete Rives watermark, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 1,600 - 2,000. Est. HK$1,600-2,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,600-2,000

1965, 5k to 50k I.T.U. Centenary complete, die proof assortment (Scott 109-111), a group of five die-sunk proofs, two each of the 5k and 30k values (each signed Michel Monvoisin; one 30k in black, the others in various colors), plus a single 50k proof in slate blue signed Jean Pheulpin; all with platen press "Contrôle" emboss; a couple with intermittent foxing, but with designs clean, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 3,200 - 3,600. Est. HK$3,200-3,600 (Image1)

Est. HK$3,200-3,600

1965, 10k, 25k & 50k Pastimes, proofs (Scott 118, 120-121), four proofs for the three denominations: one each 10k (brown black) and 50k (red brown), plus two 25k examples (one brown red, the other hand-colored); 10k & 50k signed Georges Bétemps, 25k signed André Freres, all with emboss at lower left, Very Fine, a pretty group.
Estimate HK$ 3,200 - 3,600. Est. HK$3,200-3,600 (Image1)

Est. HK$3,200-3,600

1966-75, 12 United Nations-related issue die-sunk plate proofs (Scott 126//264), issues celebrating the U.N. and its various agencies, among them the WHO, UNESCO, UNICEF and ILO; includes Scott #126, 133 (2), 160, 164 (2), 191, 206 (2), 233-234 and 264; #126 (WHO Geneva Headquarters), one #206 (U.N. 25th Anniversary) and #264 (International Women's Year) in black, the rest printed monochrome in various colors; all signed and embossed, Very Fine, view them all online.
Estimate HK$ 5,000 - 6,000. Est. HK$5,000-6,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$5,000-6,000

1966, 10k to 40k Folklore issue complete, hand-tinted die proofs (Scott 129-132), set of six proofs, all but one 30k meticulously colored by hand; one each of the 10k, 25k and 40k values, plus three of the 30k, the 25k and two 30k with the full area of the plate's impression with yellow wash; signed various, all but one with emboss, Very Fine, a gorgeous complete set.
Estimate HK$ 6,000 - 7,500. Est. HK$6,000-7,500 (Image1)

Est. HK$6,000-7,500

1967, 50k & 70k Temple Sculptures, proofs in black (Scott 143-144), portraying sculptures from Xiengthong and Visoun Pagodas; each monochrome black, allowing the artistry of the engraving to show in all its glory; each signed (50k Robert Cami, 70k Jean Pheulpin), with platen-design "Contrôle" emboss; both incredibly fresh, Very Fine, one to view.
Estimate HK$ 800 - 1,000. Est. HK$800-1,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$800-1,000

1967-73, decadent selection of "single multiples" die-sunk plate proofs (Scott 147//243), two proofs each for five designs, being Scott #147, 226, 228, 241 and 243; each in black and in monochrome color, save #226 (30k World Book Year) in red and purple; each signed and "Contrôle"-embossed; a few on cream stock, but most on lily-white paper, Very Fine, be sure to view.
Estimate HK$ 4,000 - 5,000. Est. HK$4,000-5,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$4,000-5,000

1968, 15k to 60k Laotian Army complete, full set of hand-colored proofs (Scott 168-170), each vibrantly colored on Rives paper, plus a fourth proof of the 15k value in a light reddish brown; a lovely set that contrasts nicely with the issued stamps; each signed and embossed, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 4,000 - 5,000. Est. HK$4,000-5,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$4,000-5,000

1968, 20k to 250k Fruits complete, monochrome and hand-tinted proofs (Scott 174-177), eight proofs in all, one of each value hand-colored, plus monochrome (though not black) proofs of the 20k (2), 180k and 250k values; each signed and embossed, and as fresh as the day they were pulled, Very Fine, a sweet set.
Estimate HK$ 7,000 - 8,000. Est. HK$7,000-8,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$7,000-8,000

1968, 15k & 110k Olympics, pair of hand-colored proofs (Scott 178, 181), the hurdles and high jump, each beautifully painted and signed, with emboss lower left and nary a spot of ageing, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 2,400 - 2,800. Est. HK$2,400-2,800 (Image1)

Est. HK$2,400-2,800

1970, 30k & 70k Laotian Silk Industry/EXPO '70 complete, set of four proofs (Scott 201-202), two for each value, 30k in black and blue green, 70k in red brown and orange; all exceptionally fresh, signed and embossed, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 1,500 - 2,000. Est. HK$1,500-2,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,500-2,000

1971, 30k to 70k Crafts complete, die proofs in color (Scott 209-211), a set of four, one each for the 30k and 50k values, two for the 70k (in blue and red brown); pristine paper, crisp impressions, signatures and embossing, Very Fine.
Estimate HK$ 1,500 - 2,000. Est. HK$1,500-2,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,500-2,000

1974, 60k Centenary of Marconi's Birth, set of four monochrome proofs (Scott 251), die-sunk on Rives paper, each signed Jumelet with platen-design "Contrôle" emboss; one each in black, deep blue, brown and red violet; coffee stain at right top of deep blue example, well away from the die impression, Very Fine group.
Estimate HK$ 1,500 - 2,000. Est. HK$1,500-2,000 (Image1)

Est. HK$1,500-2,000