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The Portuguese Mint has today issued the first piece in its new “Contemporary Portuguese Plastic Artists” series , paying tribute to Paula Rego (1935-2022) . Titled “Paula Rego – Let me paint you a story” , this collector coin celebrates the narrative and social universe of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Designed by Catarina Silva , the numismatic work evokes details from the painting O Anjo , one of Rego’s most iconic works, and foregrounds her powerful voice as a visual storyteller.
Biography of Paula Rego: the painter who gave voice to the silenced
Born in Lisbon in 1935, Paula Rego grew up in a liberal environment that encouraged her talent from an early age. In 1952, she moved to London , where she studied at the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art . Her career was characterized by a deeply personal narrative style: dreamlike scenes, powerful female figures, and a blend of tenderness and violence that questions social and political norms.
Rego explored themes such as power, gender, oppression, and childhood , becoming one of the first Portuguese artists to achieve international acclaim. In the 1980s and 1990s, her series on abortion and authoritarianism in Portugal profoundly impacted social debate. She was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the United Kingdom and received multiple international awards.
Her work, always filled with narratives and symbols, sought to "paint stories" that gave voice to the marginalized and revealed human complexities. Paula Rego passed away in 2022, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence generations of artists.
Coin design
Obverse description: Portrait of Paula Rego occupying the entire area of the coin. On the left border, the legends "Paula Rego" and "1935-2022," accompanied by the national coat of arms. On the right border, the inscription "Let me paint you a story," the title of the coin.
Reverse description: In the center, a right arm wielding a sword and a left arm holding a sponge, forming a "V." These elements cite details from the work "O Anjo ," a symbol of strength and endurance. In the center, the face value. The left border features the author's name, the issuing house, and the era; at the top, the legend "República Portuguesa."
Technical characteristics of the currency
Element Detail Series / Theme Contemporary Portuguese Plastic Artists
Character Paula Rego (1935-2022)
Designer Catarina Silva
Face value 10.00 euros
Metal 925/1000 silver
Quality Proof
Weight 27.0 g
Diameter 40.00 mm
Emission limit 4,000 pieces
Issue date September 17, 2025
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