Schmuck : The program 2009

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50th Special Jewellery Show
61st International Trade Fair Munich


This special exhibition is the eldest exhibition of contemporary jewellery work in the world. It takes place since 1959 every year during the International Trade Fair in March. Except the transport cost until Munich the participation in the special show is free of charge for you. Three contributions of Schmuck 2008 will be awarded with the Herbert Hofmann Prize. The prize commemorates Dr. Herbert Hofmann, the founder of the special show in 1959. In addition the jury of the Bavarian States Prize will look at the works in the special show. The Bavarian States Prize is awarded to 10 contribution of applied art within all contribution of the International Trade Fair. 
This prize is awarded with 5.000. €

Jewellery art reflects its day and age. Artists may refer to a political or social background, they may be rooted in fashion or arts.  The high standards and stunning inventiveness of its participants turn the international special show SCHMUCK into a renowned show case for trends in jewellery art world wide. The selection is made by a distinguished jewellery teacher changing every year.