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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1906-1934

ARCH.2013.5.1, Rendition: 793691

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The image shows an open page from a book or a catalog, featuring an invitation and a newspaper clipping.

  1. Invitation (Top Section):

    • The invitation is from "The Germanic Museum of Harvard University."
    • It announces a "Loan Exhibition of Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century."
    • The exhibition dates are from March 25 to April 25.
    • The invitation cordially invites the recipient to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.
  2. Newspaper Clipping (Bottom Section):

    • The clipping is from "The Boston Herald," dated Sunday, March 29, 1931.
    • The headline reads "IN THE BOSTON" and the article is by F. W. Coburn.
    • The article discusses an exhibition of Dutch drawings at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University.
    • It mentions that the exhibition includes drawings by various Dutch masters, highlighting the significance of the collection.
    • The article notes that the exhibition was opened on Tuesday afternoon and will continue through April 25.

The page is part of a bound book or catalog, as indicated by the green binding visible on the right side of the image.

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The image shows a page from a book or an album that contains two distinct pieces of information related to an exhibition.

  1. Top Section:

    • There is a notice from "The Germanic Museum of Harvard University" announcing a loan exhibition of Dutch drawings from the seventeenth century.
    • The exhibition is scheduled from March 25 to April 25.
    • It invites viewers to attend the opening day from three to five o'clock.
  2. Bottom Section:

    • This section includes a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Herald," dated Sunday, March 29, 1951.
    • The article discusses the exhibition of Italian paintings and drawings at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, specifically mentioning a series of Dutch drawings.
    • The article highlights that the exhibition includes original drawings by Dutch masters, such as Rembrandt and Frans Hals, and is part of an extensive collection at Harvard University. It notes the significance of these pieces and mentions the series of paintings and sculptures that will be shown in conjunction with the drawings.

The clipping covers additional details about the schedule and the nature of the exhibition, suggesting that it was part of a broader cultural event.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album. At the top, there is an invitation from The Germanic Museum of Harvard University for a "Loan Exhibition of Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century," which is scheduled to take place from March 25 to April 25. The invitation cordially invites the recipient to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.

Below the invitation, there is a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Herald" dated Sunday, March 29, 1931. The article, titled "IN THE BOSTON," mentions an event at the Fogg Art Museum where Mrs. F. W. Coburn will lecture on "Early Italian Painters." The article also mentions the exhibition at the Germanic Museum, highlighting that it includes original drawings by Dutch masters such as Rembrandt, van Ostade, and others. The clipping notes that the exhibition, which began on March 25, will be on view for about a month and is open to the public daily from 10 to 5 o'clock.

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The image contains two distinct documents related to an art exhibition.

  1. Invitation Card:

    • This is an invitation from the Germanic Museum of Harvard University.
    • It announces a "Loan Exhibition of Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century."
    • The exhibition is scheduled from March 25 to April 25.
    • Recipients of the invitation are cordially invited to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.
  2. Newspaper Clipping:

    • The clipping is from "The Boston Herald," dated Sunday, March 29, 1931.
    • The article is titled "In The Boston Pad" and is written by F. W. Coburn.
    • It discusses an exhibition of early Italian paintings at the Fogg Art Museum curated by Henry L. Seaver.
    • The article mentions the upcoming exhibition at the Germanic Museum, which features Dutch drawings from the 17th century.
    • The exhibition includes works by famous Dutch masters like Rembrandt, Jacob van Ruisdael, Adriaen van Ostade, Frans Hals, and others.
    • The article notes the importance of drawings in understanding the techniques and foundational methods of the masters.
    • It emphasizes the rarity and value of such an exhibition, stating that it is one of the few opportunities to see these works outside of Europe.

Both documents together highlight an important cultural event showcasing Dutch art from the 17th century at Harvard University.

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The image shows an open book or album page with two pieces of ephemera related to an exhibition.

  1. The top piece is an invitation card from The Germanic Museum of Harvard University for a loan exhibition titled "Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century." The exhibition ran from March 25 to April 25, and attendees were cordially invited to be present on the opening day from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m.

  2. The bottom piece is a newspaper clipping from The Boston Herald, dated Sunday, March 29, 1951. The article, written by F.W. Coburn, discusses the loan exhibition of Dutch drawings at the Germanic Museum. It highlights the exhibition's significance and the quality of the drawings, mentioning that the exhibition features works by Dutch masters from the seventeenth century, including artists such as Rembrandt and other notable names. The article provides context on the historical and artistic value of the drawings and their importance to the collection. The clipping also notes that the exhibition is one of the highlights of the museum's schedule.

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The image shows an open page from an old book or scrapbook. The page contains two distinct items:

  1. Top Item:

    • A printed invitation or notice from "The Germanic Museum of Harvard University."
    • The notice is titled "Loan Exhibition of Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century."
    • The exhibition was held from March 25 to April 25.
    • The notice cordially invites attendees to be present on the opening day from 3 to 5 o'clock.
  2. Bottom Item:

    • A clipping from "The Boston Herald" dated Sunday, March 29, 1951.
    • The article, titled "In The Road," is written by F. W. Coburn.
    • The clipping describes an exhibition of original drawings by masters of the seventeenth-century Dutch school at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.
    • It mentions that the collection is part of a loan exhibition and highlights some of the featured artists, including Rembrandt and Jan Steen.
    • The article provides insight into the types of drawings on display, such as landscapes, portraits, and genre scenes.

The items are clipped and pasted into the scrapbook or book, likely for preservation or reference. The clipping gives more context to the exhibition advertised in the notice.

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The image features an open book or booklet with a page displayed that contains a pasted piece of paper. This pasted paper is a printed invitation from "The Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University" to a "LOAN EXHIBITION OF DUTCH DRAWINGS OF THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY," which took place from March 25 to April 25, though the year is not visible. Attendees are cordially invited to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.

Below this invitation, there is a portion of a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Herald," dated Sunday, March 29, 1931. The visible headline on the clipping reads "IN THE" followed by a break, and below it, "BOSTON" is visible. The rest of the headline and the accompanying article are cut off or covered.

The page on which these items are pasted appears to be slightly aged, with some discoloration and wear visible along the edges. The book or booklet has a green cover, which is slightly visible on the right side of the image.

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The image shows an open book with two items on the left page. At the top, there is a printed announcement from The Germanic Museum of Harvard University for a "Loan Exhibition of Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century," scheduled to take place from March 25 to April 25. The invitation states that guests are cordially invited to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.

Below the announcement, there is a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Herald," dated Sunday, March 29, 1931. The article is titled "In The Museum Galleries. Boston." The article begins mentioning a lecture on "Early Italian Painting" and highlights an exhibition at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University featuring seventeenth-century Dutch drawings, focusing on artists such as Rembrandt and his followers, including Jan Lievens, Jacob van Ruisdael, and Jan van der Heyden. The clipping appears weathered and has a small tear on the left side.

The book itself has a green cover and its pages show a slight yellowing, indicating its age.

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The image shows an open book or album page with two clippings pasted on it.

  • The top clipping is an invitation from "The Germanic Museum of Harvard University" for a "Loan Exhibition of Dutch Drawings of the Seventeenth Century." The exhibition dates are March 25 to April 25, and it includes a cordial invitation to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.

  • The bottom clipping is a partial newspaper article from "The Boston Herald," dated Sunday, March 29, 1931. The headline visible reads "IN TH BOSTON" and is written by F.W. Coburn. The article discusses a free lecture on "Early Italian Paintings" by Henry L. Seaver at the Museum of Fine Arts and mentions free guidance in museum galleries. It also highlights the "Drawings by Dutch Masters" exhibition at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University, emphasizing the originality and spirit of the Dutch school of painting, specifically mentioning a monochrome flower piece by Van Huysum, and noting examples by van Goyen and other Holland painters.

The page itself appears to be from an old scrapbook or archival album with slightly yellowed edges, suggesting age. The corner of the page and the book binding show signs of wear.

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The image shows an open book or catalog, likely from an art exhibition. The visible pages contain two distinct sections:

Top Section:

  • Title: "The Germanic Museum of Harvard University"
  • Subtitle: "LOAN EXHIBITION OF DUTCH DRAWINGS OF THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY"
  • Dates: "MARCH 25 – APRIL 25"
  • Invitation: A formal invitation to attend the exhibition, stating:
    "You are cordially invited to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock."

Bottom Section:

  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • Source: "THE BOSTON HERALD. SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 1931"
    • Headline: "IN TH" (likely part of a larger headline, possibly "IN THE BOSTON" or similar).
    • Article Content: The clipping discusses an exhibition of "Drawings by Dutch Masters" at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. Key details include:
      • The exhibition features drawings from the Netherlands, lent by a master of the National Art Gallery in Amsterdam.
      • The collection includes works by notable artists such as Jan van Goyen, Bol, and others.
      • The article mentions that the exhibition is part of a broader series of lectures and events, including free lectures on Italian paintings by Henry L. Shaver at the Museum of Fine Arts.

Overall Context:

The image appears to be a page from a catalog or scrapbook documenting an art exhibition of Dutch drawings from the 17th century, held at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University in March–April 1931. The inclusion of a newspaper clipping suggests that the event received media coverage, highlighting its significance and reach. The design is formal and archival, typical of exhibition catalogs or historical records.