Sophie von der Goltz
Head of Sale
This auction has ended. View lot details
You may also be interested in
Lot 77
Paul Scheurich (1883-1945): Statuette en bronze représentant Vénus, après 1921
Paul Scheurich (1883-1945): A bronze figure of Venus, circa 1921 or later
Paul Scheurich (1883-1945): A bronze figure of Venus, circa 1921 or later
29 October 2025, 14:00 CET
Paris, Avenue HocheSold for €3,200 inc. premium
Looking for a similar item?
Our European Ceramics specialists can help you find a similar item at an auction or via a private sale.
Find your local specialistAsk about this lot
Sebastian Kuhn
Department Director
Nette Megens
Head of Department, Director
Raphael Machiels
Associate Specialist
Laura Toledo
Sale Coordinator
Paul Scheurich (1883-1945): Statuette en bronze représentant Vénus, après 1921
Paul Scheurich (1883-1945): A bronze figure of Venus, circa 1921 or later
Paul Scheurich (1883-1945): A bronze figure of Venus, circa 1921 or later
Standing on abstracted seafoam, her hands across her body, her hair falling down her back in two braids, 42cm high
Footnotes
The model of Venus is among the most widely recognised and copied models at the Meissen factory, and this bronze exemplar underscores the sculptural prowess of the original design, despite the minimalist nature of the subject matter. While it is conceivable that Paul Scheurich drew inspiration from the works of Cranach and other artists when contemplating the physiognomy of Venus, her characteristic expression of tenderness and caprice are clear hallmarks of Scheurich's artistic oeuvre.
Another bronze of this model was in the collection of Prof. J. Rafael, sold in these rooms, 14 April 2022, lot 31.
Additional information
Bid now on these items
