About This Stamp
The Unites States Postal Service honored four individuals from different artistic genres on postage stamps issued between February 28 and September 20, 1973.
The issue's third stamp honored African-American artist Henry O. Tanner (1859–1937). The subjects of Tanner's works ranged from Biblical characters and themes to everyday people. In 1927, 10 years before his death, Tanner became a full Academician at the National Academy of Design in New York City, the first African-American to attain this status.
First Day of Issue Ceremony
First Day of Issue Date: September 10, 1973
First Day of Issue Location: Pittsburgh, PA