Art Hungary year 1960/80 Art MNH stamps
The period between 1960 and 1980
That is a broad and exciting request! The period from 1960 to 1980 was a golden age for thematic stamp collecting in Hungary, and Art (especially fine art paintings, drawings, and applied arts) was one of the most frequently and beautifully depicted subjects.
Here are some of the most prominent and popular “Art” series issued by the Hungarian Post (Magyar Posta) during this time:
🎨 Major Hungarian Art Stamp Series (1960–1980)
| Year(s) | Theme / Series Name | Key Subjects | Notes & Characteristics |
| 1966-1970 | Paintings from Hungarian Galleries | Masterpieces by Hungarian and International artists (e.g., Károly Ferenczy, István Csók, foreign masters from Dutch, German, Italian schools). | These were multi-year, long-running sets, often featuring 6–8 stamps and a miniature sheet each year. Highly popular with thematic collectors. |
| 1960 | Halas Lace Patterns | Intricate designs of the famous Hungarian Halas lace (a form of fine needle lace). | This set (and its associated miniature sheet) is often collected under both “Art” and “Applied Arts/Handicrafts.” |
| 1968 | Kinder Paintings | Features charming works of art created by children. | A unique and colorful set that falls under the broader “Art” theme, showcasing youthful creativity. |
| 1972 | Herend Porcelain | Depictions of classic patterns and items from the world-renowned Herend Porcelain Manufactory. | Highly decorative series representing Hungarian applied art and industry. |
| 1974 | Master Drawings | A set showcasing important drawings and sketches from museum collections. | This series focuses on works of art that are typically less seen than paintings. |
| 1978 | Works by Munkácsy | Stamps dedicated to the paintings of Mihály Munkácsy, one of Hungary’s most celebrated 19th-century painters. | A focused series celebrating a national art icon. |
| 1980 | Old Hungarian Glass Art (Stamp Day) | Art in the form of historical glassworks, often linked to the annual Stamp Day (Bélyegnap) issue. | Another great example of applied art featured on |
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