Hungary – Scott #s 1863-69

Description

Hungary Scott #1863–1869 (issued 1969) is a set of seven commemorative stamps celebrating the country’s great painters and masterpieces of Hungarian art. Each stamp reproduces a famous work by a celebrated national artist, showcasing the depth and diversity of Hungary’s artistic tradition. Issued by Magyar Posta, the series is printed in vivid color with fine detail, making it one of the most visually appealing Hungarian art sets of the late 20th century.

Designs in the Set:

• 60f – “Testvérek” (Siblings) by Adolf Fényes

• 1f – “Birkozó fiúk” (Wrestling Boys) by Oszkár Glatz

• 1.50f – “Október” (October) by Károly Ferenczy

• 1.70f – “Asszonyok a vízparton” (Women by the Water) by István Szőnyi

• 2f – “Keresztapa reggelije” (Godfather’s Breakfast) by István Csók

• 2.50f – “Végzés” (Graduation) by Gyula Derkovits

• 3f – “Önarckép” (Self-Portrait) by Tivadar Csontváry Kosztka

This mint, never hinged (MNH) set remains a highlight for collectors of art-on-stamps and Hungarian culture, illustrating the transition of Hungarian fine art from realism to modernism. The series captures both the national character and the universal themes of everyday life and creativity.