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SCHMUCK m\u00fcnchen – The original since 1959<\/h2>\n

In 1959, the special show SCHMUCK was presented for the first time at the craft fair. She stood for the dream of leading Germany out of the political isolation of its dark past<\/strong>. Herbert Hofmann, the initiator, wanted to use his message to express that jewellery and its design are about people as such, that jewellery speaks a global language<\/strong>. International artists were therefore invited to take part in SCHMUCK from the outset.<\/p>\n

The supposedly apolitical bridge brought the Handwerksmesse and Bavarian craftsmanship back into the international community. The special show thus became an important meeting place for all<\/b> those interested in jewellery. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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SCHMUCK today<\/h2>\n

The goldsmiths’ current examination of the issues of our time<\/strong> makes this exhibition a special experience every year. We discover unseen ideas alongside the results of continuous research work at a high level. <\/p>\n

In the competition for participation, we receive over 700 international applications<\/strong> every year, which are viewed and selected by changing curators. In this way, the exhibition always develops its own character and is a benchmark for our jewellery culture.<\/p>\n<\/div>

To SCHMUCK 2026<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Awards and prizes<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Herbert-Hofmann-Prize<\/h3>\n

The art historian Dr. Herbert Hofmann initiated the first jewelry show in 1959. With this award, the Gesellschaft f\u00fcr Handwerksmessen honors three jewellery makers whose work is exemplary due to the novelty of the jewellery idea, originality of the concept, outstanding craftsmanship, wearability and decorative effect.<\/p>\n

The works will be honoured the following year with images and text in the SCHMUCK catalogue.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Bavarian State Prize<\/h3>\n

All exhibitors at the Internationale Handwerksmesse have been able to apply for the Bavarian State Prize since 1952. The Bavarian State Prize is awarded with 5,000 euros, a gold medal and a certificate. <\/p>\n

More information on the Bavarian State Prize can be found on the website of the Association of Bavarian Chambers of Crafts.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Organisation and promotion of the special show<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Since 2005, SCHMUCK has been organised in cooperation between the Handwerkskammer and the Danner Foundation.<\/p>\n<\/div>