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Description
Gyula Derkovits (13 April 1894, Szombathely - 18 June 1934, Budapest) was a Hungarian painter and graphic artist known for his blend of Expressionism, Cubism, and Constructivism.
Initially trained at the Hungarian Royal Drawing School and later at the Budapest Academy of Fine Arts, Derkovits was influenced by various contemporary artistic movements. His works often portrayed Hungarian rural life, peasant culture, and the struggles of the working class, characterized by vibrant colors, bold lines, and dynamic compositions reflecting his social and political concerns.
Despite his short career due to his premature death at 39, Gyula Derkovits left a significant mark on Hungarian art. He is recognized as a pioneering figure in modern Hungarian painting, celebrated for his emotionally resonant works and social commentary.
Engraver: András Nagy Kis
Obverse
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Depicts the portrait of Gyula Derkovits with his signature on the left. The engraver's initials (KNA) above the portrait's left shoulder. Derkovits Gy |
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Reverse
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The field is partitioned into four sections by uneven vertical and horizontal columns. The upper left segment displays the country name (People’s Republic of Hungary) in three rows. On the upper right, the denomination is indicated. The bottom left features an artistic emblem—a large shield with three smaller shields—and includes the engraver's initials (KNA). The lower right quadrant contains the issue date and the mintmark (BP). MAGYAR |
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In a recessed pattern, there are 22 motifs resembling open-petaled flowers, alternating and rotated 180 degrees in relation to each other. |
200 Forint
People's Republic
Hungarian Painters
Gyula Derkovits
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KM# 609 Unger# 1608 Adamo# EM49
Hungarian Painters
Gyula Derkovits
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