Paul Zimmermann (blacksmith)

Zimmermann is considered one of the first German blacksmiths to move towards innovative and contemporary forms in the trade.

Paul Zimmermann was born in Pliezhausen, Germany in 1939, his parents being farmers during the beginning of World War II.

After his apprenticeship he won an award for gifted students and spent time in an intermediate study, partly abroad in Switzerland.

Throughout his active work time he demonstrated and lectured at several international blacksmith meetings.

His work was displayed on Exhibitions in Germany, England, Finland, France, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Slovenia, Russia, USA, Canada.