Johann Melchior Mörikofer
Born in 1706.
Died in 1761.
Johann Melchior Mörikofer was an artist whose activity extended across several fields, notably medal-making, seal engraving and the cutting of precious stones. Between 1755 and 1761, he worked as a coin engraver in Bern. He is also known as the uncle and teacher of Johann Kaspar Mörikofer, underscoring the importance of his influence in the fields of engraving and craftsmanship.
The details of his career and works remain partly obscure, leaving questions about his impact and legacy within the artistic milieu of his time.