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Mihály Munkácsy (1844–1900) was a Hungarian painter celebrated for his realistic style and evocative compositions. Born Michael Lieb in Munkács, part of the Kingdom of Hungary (now Mukachevo, Ukraine), he studied art in Budapest, Vienna, and Munich. Initially focusing on landscapes and genre scenes, Munkácsy gained international fame for his grand historical paintings and portraits. His work often drew from Hungarian history, biblical narratives, and contemporary life, conveying intense emotions and compelling stories. Notable masterpieces include "The Condemned Cell" (1872), reflecting his social awareness, and "Christ before Pilate" (1881), part of his renowned "Christ Trilogy." Despite personal and financial hardships, Munkácsy received numerous awards and honors, including the French Legion of Honour, for his significant contributions to art. His emotionally resonant paintings continue to be cherished and studied by art enthusiasts worldwide.
Engraver: Gábor Kereszthury
Obverse
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Depicts the half-length portrait of Mihály Munkácsy based on his 1896 painting "Self-Portrait." The inscription "MUNKÁCSY" appears in a quarter-circle at the top right, with his birth and death years, "1844-1900," centered beneath it. At the bottom right, integrated into the depiction of the painter's palette, the engraver's privy mark is visible. MUNKÁCSY |
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Reverse
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Depicts a detail from Mihály Munkácsy's painting "Christ Before Pilate." Integrated into the depiction, at the top edge in a semicircular inscription, is the text "HUNGARY", below it in the center is the issuance year "2019," to the right is the mint mark "BP," and at the bottom edge in a semicircular inscription is the denomination and the text "FORINT." Inside the mint mark, under at least tenfold magnification, microtext becomes visible. MAGYARORSZÁG |
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Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Copper Nickel |
Weight | 23.7 g |
Diameter | 37 mm |
Thickness | - |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |
Mint |
Budapest Mint (BP)
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