Description of the artistic plot of the postal block

The artist Mykola Kochubei achieved an incredible feat - he managed to fit the monumentality of Tovtry into the elegant framework of the postal block, creating a holistic, lively and harmonious artistic canvas. Looking at this issue, you do not just see a set of stamps, you immerse yourself in the very essence of the Podolsk forest, hear the rustle of grass and feel the breath of wind from the Bakotskaya Bay.

The composition of the block is built on the principle of panoramic painting. The backdrop for the entire issue is the majestic Podolsk landscape. A deep blue canyon opens before us, where the calm waters of the Dniester embrace the green slopes of the Tovtry hills. The space breathes with volume and light, creating a feeling of boundless flight. Against this picturesque background, like actors on the stage of a natural theater, the main characters of the issue appear - rare representatives of flora and fauna listed in the Red Book of Ukraine.

In the left part of the block, proudly standing out in the foreground, sits a majestic eagle owl (Bubo bubo). Its penetrating, wise gaze of large orange eyes attracts the viewer's attention. Each feather of the bird is drawn with extraordinary love and precision - from soft gray-brown shades to characteristic feather "ears". The eagle owl personifies the night wisdom and mystery of the Podolsk forests, acting as a formidable and at the same time fragile guardian of these lands.

Nearby, on the neighboring stamp, the great pasque flower (Pulsatilla grandis) blooms - one of the most beautiful harbingers of spring. Thin, fluffy stems hold large purple-lilac bells with bright yellow cores, reaching for the first spring sun. The artist even managed to convey the silky texture of the hairs on the petals, which protect the flower from night frosts. This image gives a feeling of rebirth, purity and invincibility of life.

In the lower right part of the block, warming up on a limestone stone, a green lizard (Lacerta viridis) lurks. Its emerald scales literally burn with life, sparkling in the sunlight with various shades of light green and turquoise. The dynamic pose of the lizard, ready to disappear into the grass at any moment, adds movement and realism to the composition.

The color scheme of the entire block is built on deep, natural tones: the rich green of the forests, the warm golden-gray color of the rocks, the sky-blue of the water and bright accents of wildlife. The subtle use of foiling gives the stamps a special noble shine, emphasizing that we have before us a true treasure of national philately.

Technical parameters of the issue of the postal block Podilski Tovtry

Behind each work of art in philately stands the filigree work of printers and strict technical calculations. The postal block "National Natural Park "Podilski Tovtry"" is made at the highest printing level, which makes it a desirable ecnat for collectors around the world.

Below are the detailed technical specifications of this unique issue:

Parameter Value and description

Name of issue Postal block No. 227 "National Nature Park "Podilski Tovtry""

Composition of the block 4 stamps: No. 2238 "Early Eagle Owl Bubo bubo", No. 2239 "Podilski Tovtry", No. 2240 "Great Sleep Pulsatilla grandis", No. 2241 "Green Lizard Lacerta viridis"

Date of introduction into circulation June 27, 2026

Block format 120x85 mm - a classic size that allows you to see the panorama of the landscape in detail

Formats of individual stamps Combined dimensions: 33.06x55.68 mm; 67.86x24.36 mm; 33.06x40.02 mm; 34.8x40.02 mm. This asymmetry adds dynamics to the issue

The denomination of the stamps U - corresponds to the tariff for sending an internal simple letter weighing up to 50 g and a postcard

The circulation of the block is 40,000 copies - a limited series, which increases its collector's value

Printing method Offset combined with exquisite foil embossing, which creates a unique play of light

Printing place Printed at the Ukraine Printing Plant for the production of securities

Project author Famous Ukrainian artist Mykola Kochubey

Associated products First Day Envelopes (FDC) - 15,000 pcs., art cards - 15,000 pcs., presentation folders - 350 pcs.