SP.1 – Greetings from Bosnia and Herzegovina
A monograph by Magbul Škoro, based on decades of collecting documentary material, postcards and photographs. Richly illustrated and documented, the book presents the towns, villages, customs, people and everyday life of Bosnia and Herzegovina between 1878 and 1918. The subjects are portrayed through historical postcards accompanied by descriptions and interpretations.
This award is presented courtesy of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo Canton.
SP.2 – “Vinča” Decorative Set
The “Vinča” decorative set is a replica of the Vinča tablet entitled “Life Is Love”, created by sculptor Jovan Petronijević.
This award is presented courtesy of Vladimir Milić FRPSL, President of the Union of Philatelists of Serbia (SFS).
SP.3 – Slovenian Beehive Panel – Panjska končnica
A Slovenian beehive panel (panjska končnica) is a painted wooden front panel of a beehive and a unique form of Slovenian folk art, particularly popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. Colourful depictions of religious subjects, rural life, traditional crafts, animals and humorous scenes helped beekeepers distinguish between their hives. Today, these panels represent an important part of Slovenia’s cultural heritage and its long-standing beekeeping tradition.
This award is presented courtesy of the Philatelic Association of Slovenia.
SP.4 – Decorative Plate
A decorative ceramic plate in the form of grapevine leaves and grape clusters, featuring relief details.
This award is presented courtesy of the Croatian Philatelic Federation (HFS).
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SP.5 – Four Lions Fountain
The Four Lions Fountain, Sremski Karlovci, drypoint, a work by Sremski Karlovci artist Slobodan Radin.
The award is presented through the courtesy of Svetislav D. Jelić (SFS).
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