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Description
Béla Czóbel (1883–1976), a Hungarian painter born in Budapest on September 4, 1883, was a leading figure in Hungarian modernism during the early 20th century. Associated with The Eight, he played a pivotal role in introducing Post-Impressionist styles, along with Fauvism, Cubism, and Expressionism, to Hungary. Czóbel's dynamic artistic journey, influenced by vibrant colors and geometric forms, unfolded through landscapes, portraits, and contemporary scenes, showcasing his innovative approach to capturing modern life's essence. Engaging with the European avant-garde, he participated in numerous exhibitions, leaving a profound legacy in Hungarian modern art upon his death.
Obverse
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Depicts a portrait of Béla Czóbel, with the artist's original signature beneath it. The centenary years "1883—1983" are positioned to the right of the portrait in a circular pattern. The engraver's initials (RP) on the middle left. RP |
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Reverse
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Depicts the coat of arms of the Hungarian People's Republic at the top center of a laurel wreath, surrounding the denomination, the mintmark (BP) and the engraver's initials (KNA), the issue year and the country name below. 100 |
| Edge |
100 Forint
People's Republic
100th Anniversary of Birth of Béla Czóbel
KM# 634 Unger# 1629 Adamo# EM75
100th Anniversary of Birth of Béla Czóbel
Characteristics
| Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
| Material | Copper Nickel |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape |
round
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| Alignment | Medal |
| Mint |
Budapest Mint (BP)
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