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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1906-1934

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The image displays an exhibition program or announcement for an event titled "EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY KÄTHE KOLLWITZ ... STUDIES FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919-21." The event is scheduled to take place from November 5th to November 30th, 1933, at the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, and also at the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

At the top left corner, there is a small, yellowed paper with the heading "KAETHE KOLLWITZ WORK IS SHOWN," indicating that the Germanic Museum in Cambridge is presenting an exhibition of lithographs and etchings by Käthe Kollwitz. The text mentions that the exhibition focuses on her recent work, particularly her role as a mother and the conditions of the poor, with some pieces dating back to the German Revolution of 1919-21. It also notes that this is the first time her work is being shown in New England.

Additionally, there is a handwritten note at the top, which appears to say "Howard, Jan 14, 1934." This might indicate that the document was kept or noted by someone named Howard on that date.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping or a museum announcement related to an art exhibition.

The main text on the page is a detailed notice for an exhibition titled "EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY KÄTHE KOLLWITZ ... STUDIES FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919-21." The exhibition was scheduled from November 5th to November 30th, 1933.

The notice also mentions the venues involved:

  • The Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts
  • The Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The upper part of the page includes a handwritten note dated January 14, 1950, by someone named Howard.

Additionally, there is a smaller article at the top left of the page titled "KAETHE KOLLWITZ WORK IS SHOWN." This article describes the exhibition opening at the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, highlighting that it features lithographs and etchings by Käthe Kollwitz. It notes that the exhibition is part of a series of events that include a showing of Kollwitz's work as a mother and child during November in Worcester. The article also mentions that the Worcester event will coincide with the Cambridge exhibition and will be reviewed in a larger publication.

The page appears to be from an old newspaper or a museum catalog, showing the historical context of the exhibition.

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The image shows an open page from a book or a document that appears to be related to an exhibition. The page contains the following information:

  1. In the upper left corner, there is a handwritten note dated January 14, 1951, and the name "Howard" is written.
  2. An article or notice in the upper left section of the page mentions that the work of Kaethe Kollwitz is shown. The notice is from the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and it describes an exhibition of lithographs and etchings by Kollwitz, focusing on her work from the period of the German Revolution (1919-1921). It also mentions a recent work, "The Mother and Child," which was shown at Worcester during November, and an upcoming exhibition of her work at the Worcester Art Museum.
  3. The main part of the page features a printed notice titled "EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY KÄTHE KOLLWITZ ... STUDIES FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919-21." It specifies the dates of the exhibition as November 5th to November 30th, 1933.
  4. Below the title and dates, the text reads "WORCESTER ART MUSEUM, WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS" and "GERMANIC MUSEUM, CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS," indicating the institutions involved in the exhibition.

The page is slightly worn, with some creases and some parts of the paper appear to have been torn off.

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The image shows an open page from a book or catalog, specifically an exhibition announcement or record. The page features details about an exhibition of prints by Käthe Kollwitz, which took place at the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, and the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key details include:

  1. Exhibition Title:

    • "Exhibition of Prints by Käthe Kollwitz: Studies from the German Revolution 1919-21."
  2. Dates:

    • The exhibition ran from November 5th to November 30th, 1933.
  3. Location:

    • The exhibition was held at the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, and the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  4. Newspaper Clipping:

    • There is a small newspaper clipping in the upper left corner of the page, dated January 14, 1970, mentioning that Käthe Kollwitz's work is shown at the Worcester Art Museum. The clipping discusses the exhibition of lithographs and etchings by Kollwitz, focusing on her work depicting the German Revolution and her recent work as a mother and child theme.
  5. Handwritten Note:

    • There is a handwritten note in the upper left corner of the page, indicating the date of the newspaper clipping as January 14, 1970.

The page appears to be part of a larger collection or archive, possibly related to the exhibition and the artist Käthe Kollwitz. The overall tone suggests a historical record of an important art exhibition from the mid-20th century.

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The image is of an exhibition pamphlet or booklet for the works of Käthe Kollwitz, a renowned German artist. The exhibition showcases her prints, specifically focusing on studies from the German Revolution period of 1919-1921.

Key details include:

  1. Title and Artist:

    • The main subject is the artwork of Käthe Kollwitz.
  2. Exhibition Details:

    • The title of the exhibition is "EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY KÄTHE KOLLWITZ ... STUDIES FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919-21 ...".
  3. Dates:

    • The exhibition runs from November 5th to November 30th, in the year 1935.
  4. Venues:

    • The exhibition was held at two locations:
      • Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts.
      • Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The upper part of the document mentions that the German Museum in Cambridge opened a comprehensive showing of lithographs and etchings by Käthe Kollwitz, which was the first extensive exhibition of her work in this country. It also notes that this exhibition will travel to the Worcester Art Museum after its display at the Germanic Museum.

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The image depicts a page from an exhibition catalog. The catalog is for an exhibition of prints by Käthe Kollwitz, specifically focusing on studies from the German Revolution between 1919 and 1921. The exhibition took place from November 5th to November 30th, 1942.

The locations of the exhibition are listed as the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, and the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

At the top left corner of the page, there is a small note with the handwritten text "Worcester, S. 10, 19, 24."

Additionally, there is a small newspaper clipping attached to the upper part of the page. The clipping provides information about Käthe Kollwitz and her work, mentioning that the Germanic Museum is opening the year with an important exhibition of her prints. It highlights that Kollwitz is known for her powerful and emotional art, particularly her depictions of working-class people and the effects of war and poverty. The clipping also notes that the exhibition includes works from her series "Peasant War" and "Death," and that the prints are available for purchase.

The overall layout of the page suggests it is part of a larger document or book, with the pages bound together, as indicated by the visible spine on the right side.

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The image shows a page in an album or book. On the page, there are two items attached:

  1. At the top left corner, there is a small newspaper clipping titled "KAETHE KOLLWITZ." The clipping talks about an exhibition at the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, which opened the new year with a striking display of lithographs and etchings by German artist Käthe Kollwitz. It mentions that the exhibition covers the artist's career from her early period to her revolutionary drawings. It also refers to a recent show at the Worcester Art Museum in November, which was the first showing of Ms. Kollwitz's work since an exhibition two years ago at the Goodman-Walker Gallery. There is a handwritten note above the clipping that reads, "Harold, Jan 14, 1941."

  2. Below the clipping is a larger printed card or flyer for an exhibition titled "EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY KÄTHE KOLLWITZ ... STUDIES FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919-21." Originally, the exhibition dates "NOVEMBER THE FIFTH TO NOVEMBER THE THIRTIETH 1935" and location "WORCESTER ART MUSEUM WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS" were printed but have been crossed out. The current location is listed as "GERMANIC MUSEUM CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS."

The page shows signs of aging with some discoloration and fading, particularly on the right edge. The attached items appear to document the exhibition history of Käthe Kollwitz's work, focusing on prints related to the German Revolution period.

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The image displays a page of an exhibition catalogue or announcement. At the top left, there's a handwritten note that reads "Herald Jan 14 '34". The main text on the page is centered and announces an exhibition:

"EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY
KÄTHE KOLLWITZ .... STUDIES
FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919-21 .... .... ...."

The exhibition was scheduled from:

"NOVEMBER THE FIFTH TO
NOVEMBER THE THIRTIETH
1933"

Below this information, the institutions that presumably collaborated for the exhibition are mentioned:

"WORCESTER ART MUSEUM
WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS

GERMANIC MUSEUM
CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS"

The right half of the page shows evidence of something that was previously attached (likely another page or insert) now removed, as indicated by the rectangular discoloration and remaining torn paper edge. The edge of the book or portfolio can be seen on the left, bound in green with a slight wear on the corner. The text is printed in a classic serif typeface, and the page has aged, showing some discolouration, more pronounced towards the binding spine.

Käthe Kollwitz was a renowned German artist known for her prints, drawings, and sculptures, which often depicted the suffering of the working class and the horrors of war.

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This image shows an exhibition booklet or pamphlet for an exhibit of prints by Käthe Kollwitz titled "Studies from the German Revolution 1919-21." The text indicates that the exhibition was held from November 5 to November 30, 1933. The locations mentioned are the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, and the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. There is a pasted, aged newspaper clipping about Käthe Kollwitz's work shown at the Germanic Museum in Cambridge near the top of the page. Additionally, there is handwritten text by the newspaper clipping that reads "Herald Jan 12, 1934." The page itself appears to be slightly discolored and possibly from an old book or archive.

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The image shows an open book or catalog page, likely from an exhibition or archival collection. The page features two distinct sections:

  1. Top Section:

    • Handwritten Note: At the top left, there is a handwritten note in blue ink that reads: "Dear old, Jan 14, 1954." This appears to be a personal or informal annotation, possibly a date or a note related to the content below.
  2. Printed Text:

    • Exhibition Announcement: Below the handwritten note, there is printed text describing an exhibition of works by Käthe Kollwitz. The text highlights that the exhibition is titled "Work is Shown" and is held at The Germanic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It mentions that the exhibition features Kollwitz's work, including lithographs and etchings, and focuses on her themes of motherhood, childhood, and social issues. The exhibition is scheduled to open on November 5, 1933, and will feature a collection of Kollwitz's work from the German Revolution period (1919–21).
  3. Exhibition Poster:

    • Central Printed Poster: Below the descriptive text, there is a printed poster or announcement for the exhibition. The poster reads:
      • "EXHIBITION OF PRINTS BY KÄTHE KOLLWITZ ... STUDIES FROM THE GERMAN REVOLUTION 1919–21"
      • Dates: November the Fifth to November the Thirteenth, 1933
      • Location: Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, Massachusetts
      • Co-sponsored by: Germanic Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts
  4. Design and Layout:

    • The page has a clean, formal layout typical of exhibition catalogs or archival documents. The text is neatly typed, and the poster is centered, giving it prominence.
    • The book itself has a light-colored page with visible spine edges, suggesting it is part of a bound volume, possibly a catalog or archive.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from an exhibition catalog or archive, detailing an exhibition of prints by the German artist Käthe Kollwitz. The exhibition focuses on her work from the German Revolution period (1919–21) and was held at the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts, from November 5 to November 13, 1933. The page also includes a handwritten note dated January 14, 1954, likely added by someone reviewing or annotating the catalog.