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Michael Galmer established Galmer Silversmiths in Long Island City, New York, in 1981. Word of his quality silverwork quickly grew and soon after, a prominent luxury retailer turned to him to create a silver line exclusively for them. Soon, other fine stores recognized the limitless capabilities of Galmer Silversmiths, and Galmer's reputation for talent and technical brilliance grew.
Over the years, Galmer perfected his techniques and invented new, entirely unique modes of silver making. He and his workshop became legendary for his custom silver creations which were primarily made for a knowledgeable silver connoisseur who wanted personal and one-of-a-kind pieces.
Galmer Silversmiths was commissioned in 1996 to recreate the historic punch bowl of the Battleship Oklahoma which was built in 1916 and sunk, along with 400 men in the battle of Pearl Harbor in 1946. The bowl was not aboard the ship at the time and, when found, was put to constant ceremonial use, jeopardizing the important antique relic. In a painstaking labor of love, the silver master adhered to the original details, even replicating the bowl's original scratches from shipboard use. Today, the original is showcased safely in the Oklahoma Historical Society, and Michael Galmer's extraordinary replica is exhibited with pride at the Governor's Mansion.
Michael Galmer is one of the only artisans who still employs repousse techniques today. His work for Tiffany & Co., other exemplary retailers and private collectors is of unquestionable distinction. American Estate Jewelry is deeply honored to have Michael Galmer creating special works of heirloom quality for a new generation of sterling silver jewelry collectors…and generations beyond.
To purchase tabletop items created by Michael Galmer, please contact americanestatejewelry@gmail.com
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