SIGN THE TIME
Michael Peuster
Michael Peuster
Gemstone Carving Studio
"Sign the time -
My aim is to leave a fingerprint with my carvings"
My aim is to leave a fingerprint with my carvings"
Introduction
Masterful Gemstone Carving
Experience the beauty of handcrafted gemstones
Every piece begins with a dialogue between the artist and the stone. Explore cameos, carvings, sculptures, and objets d'art, all carved by hand in Michael's studio on the German Gemstone Route.
"Sculpting beautiful Art Works is my Passion, Gemstones are my Medium."
About the Artist
Master Cameo Carver,
Master Gemstone Engraver
and Artist
MICHAEL PEUSTER
Master Gemstone Engraver
and Artist
MICHAEL PEUSTER
A double master craftsman with more than 35 years of experience, Michael creates cameos, intaglios, carvings, sculptures, and objets d’art in his studio near Idar-Oberstein, Germany.
"If you find the job you love,
you'll never have to work again."
you'll never have to work again."
Our Expertise
Second to none
Mastering the full range
of classic and innovative
Carving Techniques
of classic and innovative
Carving Techniques
- CameosCameos are artfully carved relief images on agate or other gemstones, often depicting classical or contemporary motifs.Explore cameos
- CarvingsAnimals, figures, and fantastical creatures carved in rock crystal, tourmaline, opal, and many other gemstones.Explore carvings
- Objets d'artCarved gemstones, precious metals, and fine materials united in one-of-a-kind objects.Explore objets d'art
- SculpturesFrom a life-size Carrara marble bust of King Rama IX of Thailand to figures carved in precious gemstones.Explore sculptures
"I will always first hold a dialogue with each stone.
But equally important is the influence of the Zeitgeist."
But equally important is the influence of the Zeitgeist."
Upcoming Events
- 22 - 25 OCT 2026, MunichBooth A1.212 (Hall A1)
Trade days Thu–Fri, public days Sat–Sun - Tucson 2027(more info soon)
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"As an artist, I'm continually experimenting, developing and evolving my techniques and designs."
Latest Works
"I love creating art and exchanging
about the messages behind my projects!"
about the messages behind my projects!"
Contact us
I am always happy to meet and work with new people.
Feel free to send me your proposals or requests!
Feel free to send me your proposals or requests!
My studio is located right at the German Gemstone Route!
Open on appointment only.
Hauptstr. 31,
55743 Kirschweiler, Germany
Open on appointment only.
Hauptstr. 31,
55743 Kirschweiler, Germany
