#Exhibit of the Month

The National Bank of Moldova annually issues commemorative or anniversary coins dedicated to various historical events, prominent cultural and scientific figures, the promotion of heritage and cultural traditions, architectural monuments, the flora and fauna of the Republic of Moldova, etc. A significant place in the coin series of the Republic of Moldova is held by those reflecting key milestones in the formation and development of our country. These coins are the subject of this mini-exhibition:

1-2. 5 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 1996, AR; W: 28.28 g; D: 38.61 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-23252-1,2.
3. 10 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2001, AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-24305.
4. 20 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2011, AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-29968-3.
5-7. 30 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, set; 50 lei; 2023; AR; W: 20 g; D: 32 mm; mintage: 500 pcs. The coins bear the inscriptions: "A sacred freedom", "My heart is Moldova", "As long as we live on this earth". PMC-423-425.
8. 20 Years Since the Introduction of the National Currency in the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2013, AR; W: 28.28 g; 40 x 28 mm; mintage: 2,000 pcs. FB-29968-2.
9. Anniversary of the National Currency, 50 lei, 2023; AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 500 pcs. FB-PMC-870.
10. 20 Years Since the Adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2014; AR; W: 13.0 g; D: 28 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-29968-1.

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The opening of the photographic exhibition "Picasso.Intimo."

September 11, 2023

On September 11, the National Museum of History of Moldova had the honor of hosting a special event, the opening of the photographic exhibition "Picasso.Intimo.", which celebrates the legendary Spanish artist Pablo Picasso and his impressive work.

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in the Republic of Moldova, based in Bucharest, in collaboration with the National Museum of History of Moldova, organized this exhibition to highlight the artist's vision and contribution. With Picasso's words in mind, "a painting lives only through the one who seeks it", the exhibition invites visitors to make their own connections with the work and personality of Pablo Picasso.

During the opening event of the exhibition, the General Director of MNIM, Mr. Eugen Sava highlighted the importance of Pablo Picasso's personality for contemporary culture and history and, H.E. Jose Antonio Hernan Perez-Solozano, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain in the Republic of Moldova, based in Bucharest, pointed out the uniqueness of the photographs and exposed the fact that the talent of Roberto Otereo, the public in the Republic of Moldova can better familiarize themselves with the universe of Pablo Picasso.

Roberto Otero (1931-2004), Argentine photographer, journalist and writer, had the privilege of immortalizing Picasso in the privacy of his home at Notre-Dame-de-Vie in Mougins. His photographs, featured in this exhibition, offer an intimate glimpse into the maturity of the artist and the complicity between the photographer and his subject. This unique exhibition, which includes selections from the Otero Collection of the Picasso Museum in Malaga, offers a rare opportunity to discover the lesser-known side of Picasso.

The photographic exhibition "Picasso. Intimo." will be open to the public until October 12, 2023, in the hall on the ground floor of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Chisinau, 31 August 1989 street, no. 121A. We invite everyone interested to come and explore the fascinating world of Picasso through the lens of Roberto Otero.