A finely crafted 3 Schilling commemorative issued by Austria in 1982 to mark the 100th birthday of Max Mell (1882–1971), one of Austria’s distinguished playwrights and narrative writers. The stamp features a warm painted portrait framed by ornate decorative motifs in blue, gold, and red, showcasing Austria’s elegant design tradition. Printed with excellent detail and crisp typography, this issue is popular among collectors of European literature themes and 20th-century Austrian commemoratives. Your example shows strong color, sharp perforations, and clean presentation—ideal for a refined thematic or country collection.