Der Messermacher Salzburg
(+43 676 397 03 28)
Getreidegasse 25
5020 Salzburg
Mo – Sa: 10.30 – 13.30 und 14.00 – 18.00 Uhr
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Werkstatt
(+43 699 1180 6866)
Gnigler Straße 65
5020 Salzburg
Mo – Do: 8.00 – 17.00 Uhr
Fr: 8.00 – 13.00 Uhr
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Der Messermacher in Wien
(+43 676 843 529 550)
Rauhensteingasse 5
1010 Wien
Mo – Sa: 10.30 – 13.30 und 14.00 – 18.00 Uhr
The Knifemaker
Since an early age, Richard Kappeller has been driven by a passion for knives.
His first successful commissions while he was still a student set him
on his path, with steel becoming his primary medium after he completed
his training at the Holztechnikum Kuchl. Today, his love for the craft remains
as strong as ever, and he looks back on his beginnings with a smile.
Twenty years have now passed since he first embarked on his knifemaker’s journey.
To mark this momentous occasion, some of his finest creations – the fruits of his accumulated
knowledge – have been put on display in a stylish setting. On the second floor
above his shop in the heart of Salzburg, visitors will gain a new perspective on the art of
knifemaking through changing exhibits showcasing unique pieces.
Knives as Works of Art
As handcrafting is a time-consuming process, only a limited number of unique knives
can be produced in the course of a lifetime. This uniqueness is enhanced when precious
materials are used such as gemstones, animal teeth, and fossils, some of which are so
rare that they may no longer be obtainable.
Creating truly magnificent pieces, meanwhile, requires
the cooperation of experts in other arts such as engravers,
who imbue the work with even greater rarity. The
combination of these factors means that knives can
have tremendous value as display pieces as well as be
sound investments.
The Knife Atelier
The venerable walls of the 13th century Nußdorferhaus,
a heritage-listed building, provide
the perfect ambience to immerse yourself in the
traditional art of knife making. Various aspects of
the craft can be explored in three spaces:
At the workstations in the show workshop, you can experience some of the most artistic and
challenging processes up close, from embossing leather to setting gemstones.
Next, in the special exhibit, you can learn about modern techniques such as planning using
CAD software and producing components from precious metals using 3D printing. From
draft sketch to finished product, the entire process is explained. Also on display are knives
made from rare materials along with notable prototypes, which highlight the artistic
possibilities of knife making.
Last but not least, Richard Kappeller’s finest creations can be viewed in the treasure
chamber, a space which is also used for consultation and creative work. This includes
designing knives to customer
specification, selecting gemstones,
and planning special undertakings
inspired by reference projects.
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