This 100 Pfennig commemorative stamp issued by Deutsche Bundespost honors Therese Giehse (1898–1975), one of Germany’s most respected stage and film actresses. Known for her association with political theatre and the works of Bertolt Brecht, Giehse played a major role in 20th-century German cultural history. The stamp features a finely engraved portrait style typical of German artistic definitives of the 1970s, emphasizing realism and expressive character study. Collectors value this issue within thematic collections related to theatre, performing arts, and notable women personalities. It forms part of Germany’s tradition of commemorating influential cultural figures.