Paul Scheurich
Mikhail Fokine and Vera Fokina in “Cléopâtre”
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Porcelain, colored
John Neumeier Foundation, Hamburg
Scheurich’s enthusiasm for the Ballets Russes’ guest performance in Berlin inspired him to create several porcelain dance figures, including a five-piece group that was produced by the Meissen manufactory. The sculptor succeeded in precisely characterizing the various members of the ensemble with his porcelain sculptures.