Historic 1948 Merce Cunningham Dance Class Photograph by Clemens Kalischer

A photograph by Clemens Kalischer documents a Merce Cunningham dance class held during the summer of 1948. The image captures choreographer Merce Cunningham on the left, with dancer Elizabeth Jefferjahn positioned in the foreground. The photograph was published on the artcritical website on September 29, 2011. This visual record provides a glimpse into the early pedagogical environment surrounding the influential American choreographer. The image serves as historical documentation of Cunningham's work during a formative period. The photograph's publication date in 2011 made this archival material accessible to a contemporary audience.