His pieces of jewelry are sometimes delicate, sometimes powerful and concise - but always extraordinary: for almost 20 years, Munich goldsmith and jewelry designer Patrik Muff has stood for handmade jewelry that incorporates symbols from all over the world and all eras. Even his location is significant: in Graggenau, right in the heart of Munich and in a district where craftsmen were already plying their trade in the Middle Ages. Alongside symbolism, authenticity and precious materials, craftsmanship is a defining element that unites his creations, which now number over 2,000.

Now the goldsmith's studio and workshop have moved a few streets away: To Kosttor 2, a store in a four-storey neo-Renaissance building with a simplified façade by Anton Roth from 1879/80: as soon as you enter through the high round arch into the five-meter-high rooms, you can sense a sacred grace. The entire "cosmos" of Patrik Muff is presented here: collector's items such as skulls and antlers, works of art made of Murano glass and much more, as well as his jewelry. Antique apothecary display cabinets and clock cases are set against modern, simple museum display cabinets. The frame is formed by the charred back wall, which has been treated using the Japanese Yakisugi technique. The textured surface, which is reminiscent of crocodile skin, reflects light and prevents them from appearing monotonous. They were designed by Patrik Muff and his wife and graphic designer Bele: Their aim was for the look of the jewelry - the twist of antique grace and modernity - to be reflected in the furnishings.

www.patrikmuff.com

Photos:
Daniel Sommer
www.danielsommer.eu

(Published in CUBE Munich 02|24)