URUGUAY 2023 (Diplomacy, Chile, Poets, M E Vaz Ferreira, Gabriela Mistral, Nobel Prize, Literature, Flowers) - 1 Block
Country: Uruguay
Year: 2023
Theme: Diplomacy, Chile, Poets, M E Vaz Ferreira, Gabriela Mistral, Nobel Prize, Literature, Flowers
Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Uruguay and Chile with this commemorative block, celebrating 180 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. At the forefront of this exquisite block are two remarkable women poets, representing the literary prowess of each country.
Maria Eugenia Vaz Ferreira: A distinguished Uruguayan teacher and poet, Maria Eugenia Vaz Ferreira was a contemporary of Delmira Agustini and Julio Herrera y Reissig. Her contributions to literature continue to resonate.
Gabriela Mistral: Hailing from Chile, Gabriela Mistral was not only a poet but also a diplomat and educator. She made history by becoming the first Latin American author to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945.
Adding to the visual allure of the block are two carefully chosen flowers, each representing the flora of its respective nation. The delicate Jazmín del Uruguay (Uruguayan Jasmine), scientifically known as Guettarda uruguayensis, graces the block from Uruguay. Meanwhile, the elegant Lapageria rosea (Chilean bellflower or copihue) proudly stands as the national flower of Chile, highlighting its endemic beauty.
The intricate design extends to include the Coat of Arms and Flags of both countries. The Uruguayan Coat of Arms features symbolic elements such as a Horse, a Cow, a Scale, and the iconic Hill of Montevideo with its lighthouse. Meanwhile, the Chilean Coat of Arms proudly displays the endangered South Andean deer and the majestic Andean condor, emphasizing the nation's rich biodiversity.
This block serves as a captivating homage to the enduring diplomatic ties, literary legacies, and natural splendors shared by Uruguay and Chile.
