which was modelled by Peter Anton von Verschaffelt in 1770 based on the first specimen of an Indian rhinoceros from Bengal to live in Europe

Styled along the lines of the “New Objectivity” movement

but developed with absolute perfection

Der elegante und vor allem schmeichelnde Schein ist durch nichts zu übertreffen

Schwan Franz Xaver Lorch which was modelled by PeterLuise Terletzki Scherf experimented with bronze, majolica and stone. However, only the fineness of handmade Nymphenburg porcelain provide the highest sculptural quality for the works that she designed. In creation of her animal figures, the Aschaffenburg artist carried out countless nature studies to portray her circus performers. The colourful combo, which to this day enchants with its playful, almost childishly naive charm, is full of emotion.