Engelbert Joseph Peiffer: A Sculptor Rooted in Faith and Tradition Engelbert Joseph Peiffer (1830-1896) was a German sculptor whose artistic legacy resides primarily in his devotion to religious iconography and meticulous craftsmanship. Born in Cologne, he embarked on an academic journey at the Berlin Art Academy, honing his skills before establishing himself as a modeler in Kellinghusen – experiences that would profoundly shape his a…