Twenty Zloty 2015 Alfred Wierusz-Kowalski, Coin from Poland - detailed information

This coin was issued in Poland.

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The Mint of Poland is proud to present a subsequent commemorative coin from the series “Polish Painters of the XIX and XX Centuries” issued by Narodowy Bank Polski (National Bank of Poland). It is devoted to Alfred Wierusz-Kowalski – one of the most prominent Polish painters of the realism art movement.                            Commemorative and historical value Attractive design Limited mintage Perfect gift for all lovers of art! Alfred Wierusz-Kowalski (born October 11 th , 1849 in Suwałki, died February 16 th , 1915 in Munich) was a Polish painter active in Munich, where he set up his private studio and became a leading painter of the Polish realism art movement. Wierusz-Kowalski looked for inspiration in the rural environment of his motherland. Generic scenes in the countryside or in small towns, carts pulled by horses, hunting expeditions – these were the most common motifs of his works. A solitary wolf depicted against a melancholic winter landscape is one of the most distinguishable themes of his artistic legacy. Alfred Wierusz-Kowalski’s paintings were highly appreciated in the international artistic circles. His works, displayed in numerous exhibitions and art galleries, soon won him immense and long-lasting popularity. Today his paintings are exhibited in the most renowned art galleries in the world.
Denomination: 20 zloty
Material: Ag 925
Decoration: pad printing
Quality: proof
Size: 40.00 mm x 28.00 mm
Weight: 28.28 g
Date of issue: July 2015