This striking silver brooch by Austrian artist Richard Teschner features a tender, sculptural design of a cherub-like baby boy nestled within fern-like leaves. Surrounding the central motif is an inscription 'Reichsanstalt für Mütter und Kinderfürsorge Wien' that translates to: "Imperial Institute for Mother and Child Welfare, Vienna."

A beautifully cast and meaningful piece, this brooch is both a wearable work of art and a piece of social history. The signature "Teschner" is stamped along the edge, identifying the renowned artist known for his work in Jugendstil and early 20th-century Viennese design.

Whether collected for its artistic merit or worn as a symbolic piece, this brooch carries beauty, history, and heart.

Details:

Artist: Richard Teschner
Material: Silver
Weight: 13.7 grams
Size: 5.25 cm x 4.3 cm
Design: Cherub in ferns with surrounding inscription
Markings: Signed "Teschner" on the side
Origin: Vienna, Austria
Era: Early 20th century

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