Elias Geyer: The Sculptor of Dresden’s Green Vault Elias Geyer (1560 – 1634) stands as a pivotal figure in the Baroque artistic landscape of Germany, primarily recognized for his breathtaking sculptures housed within Dresden’s Green Vault—a testament to opulent craftsmanship and masterful execution. Born in Halle/Saale, he embarked on a formative apprenticeship with Adrian Schmal in Leipzig in 1572, honing his skills alongside Simon Kitzinger before achieving mastership in 1589. This established him as a respected artisan within the Leipzig guild, where he served as Obermeister from 1601-03…