Flora and Fauna. Pavo Cristalis

This stamp illustrates the Tunisian proverb “Tâlou kif el taous yéghni... w ma ychoufchi fi sakih” (He sings like a peacock... without looking at his feet), showcasing the elegance of the bird in the face of its musical caricature. The message underlines a lesson in humility and self-awareness anchored in oral culture: the peacock, symbol of beauty and pride with its majestic train displayed in front of a minaret, often forgets the ugliness of its legs. By using this animal figure, the show promotes popular wisdom which warns against vanity and self-satisfaction, reminding us that each being has imperfections despite the most striking appearances.