Balz Fidel Schmid
Born in 1757.
Died in 1768.
Balz Fidel Schmid was an artist whose activity took place mainly in Sarnen. He is recognised for his skills as a sculptor, altar builder and decorative painter. In 1757, he created the high altar dedicated to the Virgin Mary in the parish church of Isenthal.
His most notable work, the body of the pulpit, dates from 1768 and is located in the parish church of Steinen. The details of his life and work remain partly obscure, leaving questions about his artistic career unanswered.