This stamp is part of a series issued in 1966 by the former Soviet Union (CCCP) featuring the theme of **"Azerbaijani Opera."** The stamp above features the opera "Nargiz." This opera premiered in 1935 and is one of the pioneering works of modern Azerbaijani opera. It depicts a scene from the opera, which deals with rural life and human drama of the time. The stamp below features the opera "Koroghlu." It premiered in 1937 and is a national opera representing Azerbaijan. The central image depicts Koroghlu, the protagonist of an epic poem from the Middle East and Central Asia, riding a horse. It is very popular as a story of a hero who confronts oppression. #SovietStamps #SovietUnionStamps To see my other stamp listings, tap ↓ #226doucan'sStampRoom Thank you for viewing. #ForeignStamps #UsedStamps #UnusedStamps #Souvenirs #MiscellaneousGoods #Seals #PaperGoods #Vintage #Antique #Materials #Art #Stamps #stamp #stamps #deadcountry stamp #Coins #Banknotes #coin #banknote