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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1906-1934

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or an album, featuring two newspaper clippings from 1933. The clippings are related to an art exhibition at the Germanic Museum.

  1. Top Clipping (Herald, June 18, 1933):

    • Headline: "Germanic Museum Shows Sculpture"
    • Subheading: "Outdoor Courtyard Provides Setting for Exhibit"
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition of sculptures by local artists in the outdoor courtyard of the Germanic Museum. It mentions that the courtyard, with its lily pond, rose garden, and hedges, provides a perfect setting for the sculptures. The exhibition features works by artists such as Gladys Gunther, Frank Vigderman, and others. Notable pieces include a bust of Beethoven, a marble sculpture titled "Joy," and a bust of a young girl by Gladys Gunther. The article also mentions that the exhibition is open to the public.
  2. Bottom Clipping (American, June 22):

    • Headline: "Sculpture Show in Courtyard of Museum"
    • Content: This article also covers the sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum. It highlights the pleasant setting of the courtyard with its lily pond and rose garden. The exhibition features works by members of the Boston Guild of Sculptors and other artists. Notable pieces include a bust of Beethoven by Gladys Gunther, a marble sculpture titled "Joy," and a bust of a young girl. The article mentions that the exhibition is open to the public and provides a list of the exhibiting artists, including Gladys Gunther, Frank Vigderman, and others.

Both clippings emphasize the aesthetic appeal of the courtyard setting and the variety of sculptures on display, inviting the public to visit the exhibition.

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The image shows a page from the newspaper "Herald" dated Sunday, June 18, 1933. The primary article on the page is about an exhibition at the Germanic Museum (now known as the Busch-Reisinger Museum) featuring outdoor sculpture.

Key Points of the Article:

Title:
"Germanic Museum Shows Sculpture"

Subheading:
"Outdoor Courtyard Provides Setting for Exhibit"

Content Summary:

  • The article discusses an exhibition of sculpture in the courtyard of the Germanic Museum.
  • The setting is described as particularly fitting for the summer exhibition, with the group of sculptures being shown outdoors for the first time.
  • The exhibition features works by Cyrus Edwin Dallin, an American sculptor known for his depictions of Native Americans.
  • One of the main pieces highlighted is a plaster cast of Dallin's "Appeal to the Great Spirit," which is usually on display in front of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
  • Other featured pieces include works by artists such as Michael D'Arienzo, who has created a war memorial, and Richard Henry Recchia, known for his work "Lincoln the Boy."
  • The exhibition is noted for its diverse collection, ranging from memorials to more whimsical and decorative pieces.

Additional Information:

  • The page also contains a partial view of other articles and headlines, such as "A 'Immutable Swell'" by Frank Wigglesworth and an exhibition notice for the North Shore artists at the Boston Art Club.

The overall tone of the article is positive, highlighting the appropriateness of the outdoor setting and the variety of artworks on display.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from the same newspaper, the Boston Herald, dated Sunday, June 18, 1933. These clippings are about an exhibition of sculptures in the courtyard of the Germanic Museum.

The first clipping, titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE," describes the outdoor courtyard setting of the exhibit. It mentions that the courtyard, filled with goldfish, rose gardens, and hedges, provides a pleasant and fitting setting for the sculptures. The exhibition features works by local artists, including pieces by Arthur B. Davies, Cyrus Dallin, and others. The article highlights various sculptures, such as "Sitting Bull" by Cyrus Dallin, "Buffalo" by Arthur B. Davies, and "St. Michael" by Joseph Collins. The clipping also notes that the show is part of the summer exhibitions by local artists.

The second clipping, titled "SCULPTURE SHOW IN COURTYARD OF MUSEUM," reiterates the information from the first clipping but with some additional details. It emphasizes the idyllic setting provided by the rose gardens and hedges, making it an excellent backdrop for the sculptures. The article lists notable works and artists, including pieces by Frank Wigglesworth, Richard Peebles, and others. It also mentions the presence of a bronze statue by Cyrus Dallin, "Buffalo," and a statue by Joseph Collins, "St. Michael," which is described as an aviation memorial.

Both clippings are attached to a larger piece of paper, with the top clipping placed on page three and the bottom clipping placed on a separate page. The newspaper clippings have been cut out and pasted onto a larger sheet, with some handwritten notes and annotations visible.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated Sunday, June 18, 1933. The page has been cut and placed into a scrapbook or album.

The main article on the top portion of the page, titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE," discusses an outdoor courtyard exhibit at the Germanic Museum. The article describes the setting, which includes a rose garden and arched passageway, and highlights various sculptures on display. It mentions several artists and their works, such as "Swirl" by Frank Wigglesworth, a bust by Cyrus Dallin, and a statue by Philip Rockefeller. The exhibit includes pieces by artists like Mr. Glochstein, Mr. Rocchi, and others, featuring Indian and other themed sculptures.

The bottom portion of the page contains another article, titled "Sculpture Show in Courtyard of Museum." This article also discusses the same exhibit, emphasizing the museum's courtyard filled with sculptures and the variety of works displayed. It notes the participation of numerous artists and the inclusion of pieces like "Chief Joseph" and "Sitting Bull" by Cyrus Dallin. The article highlights the attractiveness of the outdoor setting for the sculptures and mentions specific pieces and artists again, including Mr. Glochstein's "Pope Paschal" and Mr. Rocchi's "Avenging Angel."

Additionally, there is a small note about a "NORTH SHORE EXHIBITION" that will be open to the public in July, with details about the gallery and the works to be shown.

The page is handwritten with some signatures in the margins, possibly indicating ownership or personal notes by the person who compiled the scrapbook.

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The image shows a section of a newspaper from June 18, 1933, featuring articles about a sculpture exhibition at the German Museum.

Here's a detailed summary of the visible content:

  1. Page Three Headline:

    • The headline on the upper part of the page reads "Germanic Museum Shows Sculpture."
  2. Article on Sculpture Exhibition:

    • The article on the top part of the page discusses the outdoor courtyard of the museum, which provides a pleasant setting for the sculpture exhibition.

    • The courtyard is described as having rose gardens, hedges, and an arched passageway, making it ideal for displaying sculptures.

    • Various sculptures are highlighted, including:

      • "Swirl" by Frank Wigglesworth.
      • "Chief Joseph" and "Sitting Bull" by Cyrus Dallin, which are Indian heads.
      • "Buffalo" by Cyrus Dallin.
      • "Awakening" by Philip Driscoll.
      • "Pilgrim" and "Pilgrim's Wife" by Richard Wilbur.
      • A statue of "Pippa Pascoe" by George Grosz.
      • "Little Dancer" by Auguste Rodin.
      • Various other sculptures by local artists such as Mr. and Mrs. Coates, and others.
    • The article notes that there are thirty pieces of sculpture on display, including both well-known and local artists' works.

  3. Additional Notes and Excerpts:

    • The second part of the article includes additional details about the exhibition, listing specific sculptures and artists, such as "Hilda Scudder" and "Joseph Collis."
    • The lower section of the newspaper page also includes a smaller text about the North Shore Exhibition opening on July 1, with the gallery being open to the public on Saturdays.

The newspaper page is partially ripped, with some sections missing, but the main focus remains on the outdoor sculpture exhibition at the German Museum.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with two newspaper clippings pasted on one of its pages. The page is dated "SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1933." The clippings are from different sections of the newspaper and both discuss art exhibitions.

  1. The first clipping, titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE," describes an outdoor sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum. The article mentions that the courtyard, with its goldfish pond, rose garden, and hedges, provides a picturesque setting for the exhibit. It highlights several sculptures, including works by Cyra Alexander, Leo Lentelli, and others. The article also mentions an aviation memorial and several portraits and busts by various artists.

  2. The second clipping, titled "Sculpture Show in Courtyard of Museum," also details an art exhibition, possibly the same one. It mentions that the courtyard, filled with goldfish, roses, and hedges, is an ideal setting for the exhibition. The article lists several pieces, including a bronze buffalo by Cyrus Dallin, a portrait of John Boynton by Leo Lentelli, and a figure of a girl by Richard White. Other artists mentioned include Louis St. Lora, Atkins, Richard White, Frank Wigglesworth, and Joseph Coletti. The exhibition also includes works by Hilda, Scudder, and Joseph Coletti.

Both articles are descriptive of the sculptures and the setting, providing a sense of the artistic and aesthetic experience of the exhibitions.

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The image shows an open book or a scrapbook page with newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The main visible article is titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE," with a smaller article beneath it titled "Sculpture Show in Courtyard of Museum." The articles are dated Sunday, June 18, 1933. There's also handwritten text on the image—one at the top left corner, which appears to say "Kassel," and another one below the main article, which reads "Aurora, June 22."

The top clipping describes an outdoor courtyard exhibit of sculpture at the Germanic Museum. The smaller clipping provides additional information about the sculptures shown and mentions various works on exhibit. There's also a section on the right which is partly torn and the text becomes illegible.

On the left-hand side of the page, some hand annotations are visible—circular marks and underlined parts—suggesting that someone has interacted with this content, possibly for study or reference. The page edges look slightly worn, indicating age or frequent handling, and the paper color is aged as well, with a yellowish tone typical of old documents.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with two newspaper clippings pasted on the page. The upper clipping is dated Sunday, June 18, 1933, and is from a publication labeled "Herald." The headline reads "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE," and the subheading states, "Outdoor Courtyard Provides Setting for Exhibit." The article describes the sculpture exhibition held at the Germanic Museum’s courtyard, highlighting works by various artists.

The lower clipping appears to be from a different date and publication, as indicated by a handwritten note above it, which reads "American, June 22." The headline of this article is "Sculpture Show in Courtyard of Museum." The content details the exhibition, mentioning the garden setting, the artists featured, and specific sculptures displayed.

The page also shows some signs of aging and wear, with the upper clipping having irregular tearing at the bottom edge, while the lower clipping has more uniform edges. The scrapbook itself has a green cover visible on the left side.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with two newspaper clippings about a sculpture exhibit at the Germanic Museum. The top clipping is titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE" dated Sunday, June 18, 1933, and describes the exhibit's setting and featured sculptures and artists. The lower clipping, pasted below with handwritten notation "American, June 22," is titled "Sculpture Show in Courtyard of Museum" and similarly discusses the exhibit, mentioning the variety of sculptures, artists involved, and details about some specific works and creators. The page has a simple beige background with visible signs of aging on the clippings. The scrapbook's binding and edges are visible, indicating the page is part of a collection preserving these historical newspaper pieces.

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The image depicts an open book, specifically a newspaper or magazine, dated Sunday, June 18, 1933. The visible page is labeled Page Three and features a headline titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE." The article discusses an outdoor sculpture exhibition held at the Germanic Museum, highlighting the setting and notable artworks on display.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Headline and Date:

    • The headline reads: "GERMANIC MUSEUM SHOWS SCULPTURE."
    • The date is clearly marked as Sunday, June 18, 1933, at the top of the page.
  2. Content Overview:

    • The article describes an outdoor sculpture show in the museum's courtyard, which includes an arched passageway and a pond filled with goldfish.
    • It mentions that the setting is ideal for sculpture, with the gardens and arched walkway providing a picturesque backdrop.
  3. Featured Sculptures:

    • The article highlights several notable sculptures, including:
      • "Indian heads of Chief Joseph and Sitting Bull" by Cyrus Dallin.
      • "Two Indian heads of 'Chief Joseph' and 'Sitting Bull'" by Cyrus Dallin, described as attracting much attention.
      • "Fifteen Sitting Mother Figures" by Leonard G. Fuller.
      • "An Indian warrior with a luxurious feather headdress" by Frank Wiggleworth.
      • "Bronze queens, recently crossed, for an aviation memorial" by various artists, including Louis A. Atkins, Richard Richart, Basil Pacif, Amelia Peabody, Blanche Plimpton, and others.
      • "Mrs. Anne Coleman Ladd" by Louis A. Atkins, noted as a fine study of a youthful girl.
      • "Louis artist is the subject of fanciful bronze" by Richard Richart.
  4. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition is part of the Harvard Commencement and Centennial events.
    • The article emphasizes the success of the display and the variety of works featured.
    • It also mentions that the museum's outdoor courtyard, with its hedges and rose gardens, provides an ideal setting for the sculptures.
  5. Additional Text:

    • There is a smaller section titled "NORTH SHORE EXHIBITION" at the bottom of the page, which appears to be a separate article or announcement about an exhibition at the North Shore Art Association.
    • The page includes some handwritten annotations, such as "Herald" at the top left and "American, June 22" near the bottom, suggesting the source or date of the clipping.
  6. Layout and Design:

    • The page has a classic newspaper layout with columns of text.
    • The text is typed in a serif font, typical of newspapers from the early 20th century.
    • There are visible page numbers and headers indicating the structure of the publication.

Summary:

The image shows a historical newspaper or magazine page from June 18, 1933, reporting on an outdoor sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum. The article highlights various notable sculptures, the setting, and the success of the display, providing insight into the artistic and cultural events of the time. The page also includes additional content about a North Shore exhibition and some handwritten notes.