The Excellence of Knowledge. Stamp dedicated to the Luce Archive on its Centenary
Rome, December 6, 2024 – The Italian government presented today a new stamp dedicated to the Luce Archive on the occasion of its centenary. The stamp, issued by Poste Italiane, is part of the series “The Excellence of Knowledge” and celebrates the important role played by the Luce Archive in preserving and promoting Italian culture and history.
Founded in 1924 as the Istituto Luce, the Luce Archive is a public institution that collects, preserves, and distributes documentaries, newsreels, and other audiovisual materials related to Italian history and culture. Over the years, the Luce Archive has become a precious source of information for researchers, scholars, and the general public, providing a unique glimpse into the past century of Italian life.
The stamp features an image of the Luce Archive headquarters in Rome, located in the historic Palazzo delle Esposizioni. The design also includes a reproduction of the first Luce newsreel, which was released in 1927.
“This stamp is a fitting tribute to the Luce Archive and its invaluable contribution to Italian culture,” said Minister of Culture Gennaro Sangiuliano. “The archive preserves a unique record of our past and helps us to understand the present and build the future.”
The stamp will be available for purchase at all Italian post offices starting from December 7, 2024. A limited-edition collector’s set, including the stamp and a commemorative envelope, will also be available.
About the Luce Archive
The Luce Archive is a public institution under the Ministry of Culture. Its mission is to collect, preserve, and promote Italian cultural and historical heritage through audiovisual materials. The archive houses over 100,000 hours of film and video footage, including documentaries, newsreels, commercials, and home movies. The Luce Archive also has a large collection of photographs, posters, and other documents related to Italian history and culture.
The Luce Archive is open to the public and provides a variety of services, including research assistance, digital preservation, and educational programs. The archive also hosts exhibitions and events throughout the year.
About the “Excellence of Knowledge” series
The “Excellence of Knowledge” series is a philatelic series issued by Poste Italiane to celebrate Italian institutions and individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge and culture. Previous stamps in the series have featured the Accademia dei Lincei, the University of Bologna, and the Italian Institute for Historical Studies.
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