Look closely at this bronze figure. This is the Mutter mit Kindern sculpture. It stands proudly in Berlin’s Brosepark.
Created in 1911 by Reinhold Felderhoff this isn’t just any mother and child. It’s a powerful statement. A 215-meter tall bronze testament to motherhood. The mother’s bare chest is striking. She holds her child securely on her right shoulder. This wasn’t always its home.
For decades this powerful sculpture traveled Berlin. From Pankow’s Bürgerpark to the old village square in front of the Pankow Rathaus. Imagine the changing cityscapes it witnessed. The people who passed it daily.
In the early 1950s it found temporary rest in Bürgerpark. Then it was moved again in 1971. Imagine the journeys it took the removal and storage. Until finally in 1976 it found its current home in the Brosepark. Perhaps its placement near the mothers’ counseling center wasn’t coincidental.
Feldherrhoff’s creation is more than just bronze and skill. It’s a story of resilience and relocation. A silent observer of Berlin’s history. A poignant image of a mother’s unwavering love. This is far more than just a sculpture. It is a moving symbol of motherhood and the changing face of Berlin itself. It’s a reminder of the enduring power of art to capture a moment in time. A time that continues to shape the city we see today.