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The image displays a page from a document, likely a catalog or brochure, detailing the life and works of the artist Georg Kolbe. The text provides biographical information about Kolbe and lists some of his notable artworks.

Biographical Information:

  • Birth and Early Life: Georg Kolbe was born on April 15, 1877, in the small Saxon village of Waldheim. He began his career as a painter, studying in Dresden and Munich, and later traveled to Paris and Rome. He started sculpting in 1900 and has lived in Berlin since 1904.
  • Artistic Style: Kolbe's art is described as purely classical, embodying the bitter satire or unhealthy eroticism typical of post-war German art. His work is noted for its youthful beauty and lack of suffering or ugliness. The figures in his sculptures are often nudes, portrayed with a sense of rhythm and plasticity, focusing on the beauty of composition rather than narrative or emotional events.

Artworks:

The document lists various drawings and sculptures by Kolbe, along with their lenders:

Drawings:

  1. 1-9: Lent by Mr. John Nicholas Brown, Providence.
  2. 10-18: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  3. 19-21: Lent by the Lyman Allyn Museum, New London.
  4. 22: Lent by Dr. Benjamin Rowland, Cambridge.
  5. 23-24: Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  6. 25-28: Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.

Sculptures:

  1. 29. Head of a Dancer (1915), bronze: A unique cast of the head from a full-length figure in the National Gallery, Berlin. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York.
  2. 30. Dancer (about 1914), bronze: Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  3. 31. Bathing Girl (1916), terracotta: Unique. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
  4. 32. Crouching Girl (1917), bronze: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  5. 33. Resurrection (1920), bronze: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  6. 34. Girl with Hand on Breast (1920), bronze: Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.
  7. 35. See Naples (1921), bronze: Lent by Dr. E. H. Hirschland, New York City.
  8. 36. Girl (1921), bronze: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  9. 37. Adagio (1923), bronze: Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  10. 38. Squatting Girl (1923), bronze: Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
  11. 39. Kneeling Girl (1926), bronze: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York.
  12. 40. Grinning Girl (about 1926), bronze: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  13. 41. Crouching Girl (1927), terracotta: A unique bronze cast of this figure is in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Munich's University. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.

The document appears to be part of an exhibition catalog, showcasing Kolbe's works and providing details about each piece, including the materials used and the lenders of the artworks.

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The image shows a document, likely a catalog or exhibition guide, detailing the life and works of the artist Georg Kolbe. Here is a detailed summary:

Biographical Information:

  • Georg Kolbe was born on April 15, 1877, in Waldheim, a small village in Saxony.
  • He served his apprenticeship in the academies of Dresden and Munich, where he studied drawing and painting.
  • He traveled to Paris and Rome, beginning to sculpt in 1900.
  • Since 1904, he has lived in Berlin and his works are present in many European and American museums and private collections.

Artistic Style and Themes:

  • Kolbe’s art is noted for its objectivity and lack of bitterness or unhealthy introspection, which is common in post-war German art.
  • His works are characterized by calm and peaceful representations of youth and maidens, with a focus on the beauty in youth.
  • His sculptures are described as graceful, mild, and relaxed, with a serene sentiment.
  • His art is considered a fusion of reality and idealism, and his figures are often in quiet poses, emphasizing a rhythm of plastic forms over strong emotions.
  • Kolbe treats the human body with the objectivity of a painter of still life.

Drawings:

  • Drawings numbered 1-9 are lent by Mr. John Nicholas Brown, Providence.
  • Drawings numbered 10-18 are lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  • Drawings numbered 19-21 are lent by the Lyman Allyn Museum, New London.
  • Drawing numbered 22 is lent by Dr. Benjamin Rowland, Cambridge.
  • Drawings numbered 23-24 are lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  • Drawings numbered 25-28 are lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.

Sculpture:

  • Head of a Dancer (1912), bronze, is a unique cast of the head from a full-length figure in the National Gallery, Berlin. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York.

List of Sculptures:

  1. Dancer (about 1914), bronze. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  2. Bathing Girl (1916), terracotta. Unique. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
  3. Crouching Girl (1917), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  4. Resurrection (1920), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  5. Girl with Hand on Breast (1920), bronze. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.
  6. Sea Nymph (1921), bronze. Lent by Dr. F. H. Hirsch, New York City.
  7. Grief (1921), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  8. Adagio (1923), bronze. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  9. Squatting Girl (1925), bronze. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
  10. Kneeling Girl (1926), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  11. Grieving Girl (about 1926), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  12. Crouching Girl (1927), terracotta. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
    • A large bronze cast of this figure is in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Marburg University.

This document provides a comprehensive overview of Georg Kolbe’s artistic contributions and the locations where his works can be found.

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The image shows a page from a catalog or an exhibition list featuring the works of the artist Georg Kolbe. Here are the detailed observations:

  1. Biographical Information:

    • Georg Kolbe was born on April 15, 1877, in the Saxon village of Waldheim.
    • He served an apprenticeship in the academies of Dresden and Munich, where he studied drawing and painting.
    • Kolbe traveled to Paris and Rome and began sculpting in 1900. He lived in Berlin from 1904 onwards.
  2. Artistic Style:

    • Kolbe’s art is described as objective, focusing on beauty and calmness without the bitter satire or unhealthy introspection often found in post-war German art.
    • His works emphasize a peaceful representation of youth and maidens.
    • He is noted for his rhythmic compositions of the human body, treating it with the same objectivity as a still-life painter.
  3. Drawings:

    • The page lists drawings numbered from 1 to 28, with their respective lenders:
      • Drawings 1-9 are lent by Mr. John Nicholas Brown, Providence.
      • Drawings 10-18 are lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      • Drawings 19-21 are lent by the Lyman Allyn Museum, New London.
      • Drawing 22 is lent by Dr. Benjamin Rowland, Cambridge.
      • Drawings 23-24 are lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
      • Drawings 25-28 are lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
  4. Sculptures:

    • Sculpture 29 is titled "Head of a Dancer (1912)" and is made of bronze.
      • It is a unique cast of the head from the full-length figure in the National Gallery, Berlin, and lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  5. Specific Sculptures Listed:

    • The page lists additional sculptures (numbered 30 to 41) with their details:
      • Sculptures 30 to 41 are detailed with titles, materials, and lenders:
        • 30: Dancer (about 1914), bronze, lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
        • 31: Bathing Girl (1916), terracotta, unique, lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
        • 32: Crouching Girl (1917), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
        • 33: Resurrection (1920), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
        • 34: Girl with Hand on Breast (1920), bronze, lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
        • 35: Sea Nymph (1921), bronze, lent by Dr. F. H. Hirschfeld, New York City.
        • 36: Grief (1921), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
        • 37: Adagio (1923), bronze, lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
        • 38: Squatting Girl (1925), bronze, lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
        • 39: Kneeling Girl (1926), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
        • 40: Grieving Girl (about 1926), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
        • 41: Crouching Girl (1927), terracotta, a large bronze cast of this figure is in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Marburg University, lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.

This catalog page highlights Kolbe's contributions to sculpture and his distinctive style in representing human figures with a focus on beauty and calmness.

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The image displays an open book, likely an exhibition catalog or an art book, detailing the works of the artist Georg Kolbe. The left page provides a brief biography of Kolbe, noting his birth on April 15, 1877, in Waldheim, and his studies in Dresden and Munich, with his first sculptures created in 1900. It highlights his focus on the beauty of the human body and his objective, non-satirical approach to art, which often features youthful, serene figures. The text also mentions that his works can be found in various European and American museums.

The right page lists several of Kolbe’s sculptures, each with a title, date, material, and the lender of the piece. Notable works include "Dancer" (1914), "Bathing Girl" (1916), "Crouching Girl" (1917), "Resurrection" (1920), and "Grieving Girl" (about 1926), among others. The lenders of these pieces include various individuals and institutions from New York City and other locations. The listed sculptures are primarily made of bronze, with some in terracotta, and the page provides specific details about the unique casts and locations of some of the pieces.

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The image is a document detailing the biography and a list of artworks by the artist Georg Kolbe, along with information about where these artworks are lent.

Biography:

  • Georg Kolbe was born on April 15, 1877, in the small Saxon village of Waldheim.
  • He began his artistic training through an apprenticeship in the academies of Dresden and Munich, where he studied drawing and painting.
  • In 1899, he traveled to Paris and later to Rome, where he started sculpting in 1900.
  • Since 1904, he lived in Berlin.
  • His works are displayed in numerous European and American museums and private collections.
  • Kolbe's art is noted for its lack of bitter satire or unhealthy introspection, focusing instead on the beauty of youth.
  • His sculptures often embody calm and poised representations, emphasizing the inner emotions rather than realism.
  • The human body is a central theme in his art, treated with a painter's eye for composition rather than strong narrative or emotion.

Artworks:
The document lists various drawings and sculptures by Georg Kolbe, including the type of artwork, their titles, year of creation, material, and the person or institution they are lent by:

Drawings:
1-9. Lent by Mr. John Nicholas Brown, Providence.
10-18. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
19-21. Lent by the Lyman Allyn Museum, New London.

  1. Lent by Dr. Benjamin Rowland, Cambridge.
    23-24. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
    25-28. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.

Sculptures:

  1. Head of a Dancer (1912), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  2. Dancer (about 1914), bronze. Unique.
  3. Bathing Girl (1916), terracotta.
  4. Crouching Girl (1917), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  5. Resurrection (1920), bronze.
  6. Girl with Hand on Breast (1920), bronze. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.
  7. Sea Nymph (1921), bronze. Lent by Dr. F. H. Hirschland, New York City.
  8. Giraffe (1921), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  9. Adagio (1923), bronze. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
  10. Squatting Girl (1925), bronze. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.
  11. Kneeling Girl (1926), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York.
  12. Grieving Girl (about 1926), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
  13. Crouching Girl (1927), terracotta. A large bronze cast of this figure is in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Marburg University. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.

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The image is a page from an exhibition catalog or an informational pamphlet about the artist Georg Kolbe. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Biographical Information:

  • Georg Kolbe was born on April 15, 1877, in Waldheim, a small village in Saxony.
  • He began his artistic training in the academies of Dresden and Munich, where he studied drawing and painting.
  • In 1898, he traveled to Paris and then to Rome, where he started working on sculpture in 1900.
  • Since 1904, he has lived in Berlin, and his work can be found in numerous European and American museums and private collections.

Artistic Style and Philosophy:

  • Kolbe’s art is described as objective and free from bitterness or unhealthy introspection.
  • His works are noted for their calm and youthful beauty, avoiding suffering and ugliness.
  • Kolbe’s sculptures are characterized by a gracious, mild, and relaxed sentiment, free from exaggerated emotions.
  • His sculptures are often described as having a rhythm of plastic forms rather than strong feelings.
  • Kolbe’s main focus is on the beauty of composition and the human body, treating it with the objectivity of a painter of still life.

Drawings:

  • The drawings are listed by number, with their respective lenders:
    • 1-9: Lent by Mr. John Nicholas Brown, Providence.
    • 10-18: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
    • 19-21: Lent by the Lyman Allyn Museum, New London.
    • 22: Lent by Dr. Benjamin Rowland, Cambridge.
    • 23-24: Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
    • 25-28: Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.

Sculptures:

  • The sculptures listed include:
      1. "Head of a Dancer" (1912), bronze, a unique cast from the full-length figure in the National Gallery, Berlin, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      1. "Dancer" (about 1914), bronze, lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
      1. "Bathing Girl" (1916), terracotta, unique, lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
      1. "Crouching Girl" (1917), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      1. "Resurrection" (1920), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      1. "Girl with Hand on Breast" (1920), bronze, lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
      1. "Sea Nymph" (1921), bronze, lent by Dr. F. H. Hirschland, New York City.
      1. "Grief" (1921), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      1. "Adagio" (1923), bronze, lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
      1. "Squatting Girl" (1925), bronze, lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
      1. "Kneeling Girl" (1926), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      1. "Grieving Girl" (about 1926), bronze, lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
      1. "Crouching Girl" (1927), terracotta, a large bronze cast of this figure is in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Marburg University, lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.

This page provides a comprehensive overview of Kolbe’s background, artistic philosophy, and a list of his works included in the exhibition, along with the lenders of each piece.

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The image shows a typed text providing background information and a catalogue of works by Georg Kolbe, a sculptor and artist.

The text begins with a brief biography of Georg Kolbe, mentioning that he was born on April 15, 1877, in the Saxon village of Waldheim. It details his training in Dresden, Munich, Paris, Rome, and Berlin, along with a description of his artistic style. The text emphasizes that Kolbe's art is objective, avoiding bitterness or satire. His works focus on peaceful and calm representations of youths and maidens, expressing rhythm through the arrangement of bodies and limbs rather than intense emotion.

Following the biography and artistic philosophy, the text lists Kolbe's works in two categories: Drawings and Sculpture.

Drawings are numbered 1-28, with the lenders' names and locations provided, including Mr. John Nicholas Brown (Providence), Mr. Erich Cohn (New York City), the Lyman Allyn Museum (New London), Dr. Benjamin Rowland (Cambridge), Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg (New York City), and the E. Weyhe Gallery (New York City).

Sculptures are numbered 29-41, mostly bronze or terracotta, with titles and years such as "Head of a Dancer (1912)," "Dancer (about 1914)," "Bathing Girl (1916)," "Crouching Girl (1917)," and others. Lenders include Mr. Erich Cohn (New York), Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg (New York City), Dr. F. H. Hirschland (New York City), and the E. Weyhe Gallery (New York). One sculpture, the "Crouching Girl (1927)," is a terracotta piece with a large bronze cast located in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Marburg University.

The paper appears slightly aged, with some yellowing and a torn edge on the right side.

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The image shows a text document with two columns listing a series of artworks and descriptions. The left side of the document seems to be a continuation of a biographical sketch of an artist, possibly from an exhibition catalogue or a book. The artist's name mentioned is Georg Kolbe, with a birth date of April 15, 1877. It discusses his background, artistic style, and where his work has been displayed. His style is described as purely objective, without bitter satire or unhealthy introspection, and focused on representations of youths and maidens with a sense of calm and peace.

In the right column, there is a list of artworks, which are likely his creations, with titles, years, the medium used, and information on who lent the pieces. The titles suggest the artist has produced a range of sculptures, mainly in bronze, with subjects relating to figures and dancers. The lenders are primarily from New York City, with some from Providence, New London, and Cambridge. The document seems well-preserved but shows some signs of wear with a visible vertical crease and a frayed edge on the right-hand side. This suggests it is an excerpt from a printed material, such as an exhibition catalog.

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The image is a photograph of a page from a book or catalog, detailing artworks by Georg Kolbe. The text includes a brief biography and description of Kolbe's art style, followed by lists of specific drawings and sculptures with their lenders and locations.

Georg Kolbe, born on April 15, 1877, in Waldheim, Germany, was a student in Dresden and Munich, eventually focusing on sculpture after traveling to Paris and Rome. He lived in Berlin since 1904 and his works are celebrated in many European and American museums and private collections. His art reflects a rejection of the bitterness and unhealthy introspection found in post-war German art, emphasizing calm and peaceful representations.

The listed artworks include both drawings and sculptures. The drawings section consists of numbered items lent by various individuals and institutions, including John Nicholas Brown, Erich Cohn, the Lyman Allyn Museum, Benjamin Rowland, Edward M. M. Warburg, and the E. Weyhe Gallery.

The sculpture section includes pieces such as:

  • "Head of a Dancer" (1912)
  • "Dancer" (about 1914)
  • "Bathing Girl" (1916)
  • "Crouching Girl" (1917)
  • "Resurrection" (1920)
  • "Girl with Hand on Breast" (1920)
  • "Sea Nymph" (1921)
  • "Grief" (1921)
  • "Adagio" (1923)
  • "Squatting Girl" (1925)
  • "Kneeling Girl" (1926)
  • "Grieving Girl" (about 1926)
  • "Crouching Girl" (1927)

Each sculpture listing provides details about the medium, date, and lender such as Edward M. M. Warburg, Erich Cohn, Dr. F. H. Hirschland, and the E. Weyhe Gallery.

The document emphasizes the artist's focus on form and composition rather than narration or emotion, treating the human body with objectivity akin to still life painting.

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The image shows a page from a catalog or exhibition guide, likely related to an art exhibition. The page is divided into two main sections: Drawings and Sculpture, each listing numbered works along with details about their materials, lenders, and locations.

Left Side: Drawings

  • Section Title: "DRAWINGS"
  • List of Works:
    • 1-9: Lent by Mr. John Nicholas Brown, Providence.
    • 10-18: Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
    • 19-21: Lent by the Lynam Allyn Museum, New London.
    • 22: Lent by Dr. Benjamin Rowland, Cambridge.
    • 23-24: Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
    • 25-28: Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.

Right Side: Sculpture

  • Section Title: "SCULPTURE"
  • List of Works:
    • 29: Head of a Dancer (1912), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York. A unique cast of the head from the full-length figure in the National Gallery, Berlin.
    • 30: * Dancer (about 1914), bronze.* Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
    • 31: Bathing Girl (1916), terracotta. Unique. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
    • 32: Crouching Girl (1917), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
    • 33: Resurrection (1920), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
    • 34: Girl with Hand on Breast (1920), bronze. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York.
    • 35: Sea Nymph (1921), bronze. Lent by Dr. F. H. Hirschland, New York City.
    • 36: Grief (1921), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
    • 37: Adagio (1933), bronze. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.
    • 38: Squatting Girl (1935), bronze. Lent by the E. Weyhe Gallery, New York City.
    • 39: Kneeling Girl (1936), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York.
    • 40: Grieving Girl (about 1936), bronze. Lent by Mr. Erich Cohn, New York City.
    • 41: Crouching Girl (1977), terracotta. A large bronze cast of this figure is in the garden of the Kunstinstitut of Marburg University. Lent by Mr. Edward M. M. Warburg, New York City.

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The page begins with a descriptive paragraph about the artist Georg Kolbe, detailing his background, education, and artistic style. It highlights that Kolbe's art is purely objective, focusing on the beauty of the human form rather than expressing emotional or satirical themes. His works are noted for their serene and graceful depictions of youth and maidens, emphasizing calm and peaceful representations.

Overall Layout:

  • The page is clean and organized, with clear headings and numbered entries.
  • The text is typed, suggesting it is part of a formal catalog or exhibition guide.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger document, as indicated by the visible edge of another page on the left side.

This page provides a detailed overview of the artist's works, their materials, and the lenders, making it useful for viewers or researchers attending the exhibition.