The Munich goldsmith’s trade Ziborium

Description

Masterful art and sacred treasures

Old silver communion cups for sale and purchase in Munich and Cologne

In the first half of the 19th century, the Munich goldsmith trade experienced a heyday characterized by masterful craftsmanship and innovative techniques. From 1800 to 1868, Munich developed into an important center for gold and silversmithing, as evidenced not least by the quality and reputation of the works created during this period.

Original old sacral church utensils for sale and purchase in Munich and Cologne

Georg Sanct Johanser, a respected silver master in Munich, set standards at this time. His silver master stamp was a sign of the highest quality and masterful workmanship. Johanser was known for his artistic works, which included both secular and ecclesiastical objects. The production of sacred works of art such as chalices, monstrances and liturgical implements in particular demonstrated his exceptional skill and his deep connection to religious art.

The demand for high-quality ecclesiastical objects was particularly high at this time, as the church played a central role in social life. Johanser and his contemporaries made a significant contribution to the fact that Munich’s gold and silversmith work was valued in churches and monasteries far beyond the city limits. These objects were not only of spiritual significance, but also an expression of wealth and artistic splendor.

Old chalices and monstrances for sale in Munich and Cologne

The Munich goldsmith trade benefited from the economic stability and growing prosperity that prevailed in Bavaria. The Munich Art Academy, founded in 1808, also contributed to the promotion of craftsmanship by training young talents and introducing technical innovations. The combination of traditional craftsmanship and artistic progress led to an unprecedented heyday of the goldsmith’s trade in Munich.

During this period, sacred works of art of inestimable value were created in Munich, which are still admired in churches and museums today. The works of Georg Sanct Johanser and other masters of the time reflect the religious and artistic significance of the Munich goldsmith’s trade, which gained an international reputation in the 19th century.

Ciborium:

Old monstrances for sale and purchase in Munich and Cologne

Handcrafted silver chased and gilded. Silver master stamp by Georg Sanct Johanser Munich 1865.

The ciborium lat. The ciborium is richly decorated with grapes and the cup is edged with a cupola basket. Silver weight 530 gram

cf. M. Klein The Munich goldsmith’s trade from 1800-1868)

Excellent condition.

A collector’s item!