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Silversmith Jarosinski & Vaugoin

The family-run business Jarosinski & Vaugoin is one of the oldest surviving silversmiths in the world that produces hand-hammered silverware. In a historic workshop in the 7th district, they create handmade silverware that’s even delivered to the royals at Kensington Palace in London, as well as to far-flung royal houses in Arabia and Malaysia. The silver manufacturer specializes in tableware and dining culture, from Baroque to contemporary designs. The extensive selection of silver cutlery includes 200 different models. Jean-Paul Vaugoin, the master of the house, is always happy to share stories about these and especially unusual pieces of tableware. There is a specific utensil for almost every purpose, from grapefruit spoons and oyster forks to silver chicken leg holders. If you want to know how to set the perfect table, Jean-Paul Vaugoin is an expert in that too. He is frequently consulted for his expertise.

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Jean-Paul Vaugoin holding a drawer of silverware
Jean-Paul Vaugoin is the sixth generation of his family to run the silversmith’s workshop© WienTourismus/Paul Bauer
Jean-Paul Vaugoin with an employee in his workshop
The historic workshop in the 7th district is worth a visit.© Jarosinski & Vaugoin GmbH
Silverware of the silversmiths Jarosinski & Vaugoin
Elegant silverware from the past to the present day© WienTourismus/Paul Bauer
Silverware in a modern design
Modern silver design: The design for the Bols d'Or comes from designer Thomas Feichtner.© Thomas Feichtner
Punching presses in a silversmith
The stamping presses are the company's main asset.© WienTourismus/Paul Bauer

Jarosinski & Vaugoin also produces contemporary designs by renowned designers such as Thomas Feichtner and Sebastian Menschhorn. Jean-Paul Vaugoin is especially proud of a silver replica of the famous Saliera by Benvenuto Cellini (the original is made of gold). The replica was crafted in 1969 as a state gift for Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of her visit to Vienna.

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Jean-Paul Vaugoin tells the story of the Saliera made by the silversmiths Jarosinski & Vaugoin

Jarosinski & Vaugoin

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Video with Jean-Paul Vaugoin on the steel punches of silversmiths Jarosinski & Vaugoin

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