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Germanic Museum

Exhibitions:

• The museum held an exhibition of recent contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, and decorative art.
• An exhibition of International Advertising Posters was assembled and circulated by the College Art Association.
• A collection of contemporary sculptors' drawings was exhibited and circulated in the United States.
• The most popular exhibition was the contemporary German Textile and Pottery show, which was particularly interesting to design students.
• The season concluded with a special summer exhibition of paintings and drawings by Flemish, Dutch, and German artists from the 15th to the 20th century.

Collections:

• 153 objects were added by gift and purchase to the permanent collection.
• Notable acquisitions include contemporary German watercolors and drawings by various artists such as Albert Burkhardt, Otto Dix, Lyonel Feininger, Karl Hofer, and others.
• Important sculptures acquired include a terra cotta head by Wilhelm Lehmbruck and a bronze by Georges Minne.
• A watercolor by Paul Klee and a bronze by Erich Cole were also acquired.

Loans:

• 428 objects were loaned to the museum, with 328 being temporary loans for a brief period.
• Notable loaned items include a 15th-century tapestry, a drawing by Wilhelm Kobell, a bronze by Georg Kolbe, and paintings by Hans Burgkmair and Barthel Bruyn.

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Germanic Museum

Exhibitions (Continued):

• An exhibition of paintings by Joachim Patinir and a landscape by Vincent van Gogh was lent by Mrs. William Herman.

Library:

• The library's collection increased by 155 volumes by gift and 68 by purchase, totaling 1,375 volumes.
• Photographs and reproductions increased by 1,568, with 597 added by gift and 1,269 by purchase.
• A significant gift from Professor Arthur Burkhard included photographs of works by Hans Burgkmair and Matthias Grünewald.
• The collection of lantern slides increased to 4,228, with the Department of Art of New York University ordering duplicates.
• 397 photographic negatives were made, bringing the total to 697.

Attendance:

• Total attendance for the year was 22,033, with 20,007 representing gallery attendance and 2,026 visitors to lectures.

Extension Work:

• Educational programs with public school children continued, in collaboration with Mr. A. F. Burke, Art Director of the Cambridge Public Schools.
• Twelve lectures were given, accompanied by films, covering various art topics such as Egyptian art, Minoan art, Greek art, Roman art, and glass blowing.

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The image shows a page from a report or annual report of the German Museum. The text is divided into several sections, each detailing specific activities and updates of the museum.

1. Exhibitions:

   • The museum held various exhibitions throughout the year, including contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, and decorative art.
   • An International Advertising Posters exhibition was organized and circulated by the College Art Association.
   • A collection of Contemporary Sculptors' Drawings was presented in graphic form.
   • A significant show on contemporary German textile and pottery attracted students of design.
   • Special summer exhibitions featured Flemish, Dutch, and German artists, ranging from the 15th to the 20th century.

2. Collections:

   • The museum added 150 to 153 objects to its permanent collection through gifts and purchases.
   • A notable acquisition was a collection of contemporary German watercolors and drawings by artists like Albert Burkart, Otto Dix, and others.
   • Important works of sculpture included a terra cotta head of a woman and a bronze Kneeling Youth by Georges Minne.
   • A watercolor of the Head of a Woman by Paul Kleinschmidt was gifted to the museum by Mr. Erich Cohn.

3. Loans:

   • The museum received 428 objects on loan for special exhibitions.
   • Notable loans included a Flemish tapestry, a drawing by Wilhelm Kobell, and several artworks by various artists like George Kolbe and Hans Burgkmair.

4. Library:

   • The library's volume count increased by 195, reaching a total of 1,375 volumes.
   • There was an addition of 1,868 photographs and other reproductions, with 597 from gifts and purchases.
   • The Department of Art from New York University ordered lantern slides, bringing the total to 4,228.
   • Photographic negatives totaled 597, with 288 made specifically for the museum.

5. Attendance:

   • The total attendance for the year was 22,033, with 20,007 representing gallery attendance and 2,026 visitors to lectures.

6. Extension Work:

   • Educational programs with public school children continued, including lectures and film screenings on various art topics, such as the art of Egypt, ancient and modern Minoan art, Greek art, and Roman art.

Overall, the page provides a detailed snapshot of the museum's activities, acquisitions, loans, library expansions, attendance statistics, and educational outreach efforts.

GERMANIC MUSEUM

The next exhibition consisted of recent accessions of contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, and decorative art. This was followed by an exhibition of International Advertising Posters, assembled and circulated by the College Art Association. A collection of Contemporary Sculptors' Drawings was next exhibited and illustrated in graphic form the various trends of modern sculpture in Germany. The most unusual exhibition of the year and one which proved of great interest to students of design was the contemporary German Textile and Pottery show. The season concluded with a special summer exhibition of paintings and drawings by Flemish, Dutch, and German artists ranging in date from the fifteenth to the twentieth century.

COLLECTIONS

One hundred and fifty-three objects were added by gift and purchase to the permanent collection of the Museum. The most important group of works of art purchased was a splendid collection of contemporary German watercolors and drawings by Albert Burkart, Otto Dix, Lionel Feininger, Günther Grassmann, Georg Grosz, Karl Hofer, Wassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Georg Kolbe, August Macke, Emil Nolde, Otto Mueller, and Karl Zerbe. Two important works of sculpture were also purchased — the terra cotta Head of a Woman by Wilhelm Lehmbruck and the bronze Kneeling Youth by the Belgian artist, Georges Minne. The bronze is a replica of one of the figures from the fountain in the entrance hall of the Folkwang Museum at Essen. Among the gifts, the watercolor of the Head of a Woman by Paul Kleinschmidt, generously presented to the Museum by Mr. Erich Cohen, is worthy of special mention.

LOANS

Objects loaned to the Museum during the year numbered 428. The majority of these were lent for a brief period for special exhibitions. Among the objects lent for a considerable length of time, the following are worthy of special mention: A Flemish seventeenth-century tapestry, lent by Mr. Hosmer Johnson; a drawing by Wilhelm Kobell, lent by Mrs. Edward B. Adams; the bronze Klage by George Kolbe, lent by Mr. Erich Cohen; the Portrait of an Architect by Hans Burkmair and the Portrait of a Lady by Barthel Bruyn, lent by Mr. Ernst Rosenfeld; the St. Jerome in a Landscape by Joachim Patinir and the Landscape by Vincent van Gogh lent by Mrs. William Herman.

LIBRARY

The number of the volumes in the library has been increased by 195, — 127 by gift and 68 by purchase. The total number of volumes is now 1,375.

The photographs and other reproductions used for study material have been increased by 1,868. Of these, 597 have been added by gift and 1,269 by purchase. The total number is now 7,067. The generous gift of Professor Arthur Burkhard consisting of photographs of the complete works of the painters, Hans Burkmair and Matthias Grunewald, was a most welcome addition to the collection.

Fifty-nine lantern slides have augmented the collection which now numbers 4,228. The Department of Art of New York University has ordered the entire collection of lantern slides duplicated and this order is now over half completed.

Two hundred and eighty-eight photographic negatives of objects belonging to the Museum have been made, the total number being 597.

ATTENDANCE

The total attendance for the year was 22,033. Of this, 20,007 represents gallery attendance and the remainder, 2,026, visitors to lectures.

EXTENSION WORK

The experimental work with public school children which had been begun in the year 1933-34 was continued. This educational programme was conducted in collaboration with Mr. A. F. Burke, Art Director of the Cambridge Public Schools. Twelve lectures followed by appropriate motion pictures illustrated the history of art from ancient times to the present day. The programme was as follows: (1) Lecture: The Art of Egypt. Film: The Daily Life of the Egyptians, Ancient and Modern. (2) Lecture: The Art of Egypt. Film: Digging into the Past. (3) Lecture: Minoan Art. Film: The Gorgon's Head. (4) Lecture: Greek Art. Film: The Making of a Bronze Statue. (5) Lecture: Roman Art. Film: Glass Blowing — with Specimens of Ancient and Mediaeval Blown Glass. (6) Lec-

The provided image is a segment of an annual report from the Germanic Museum, detailing activities and developments over a particular year. Here is a detailed summary:

Exhibitions

1. Recent Acquisitions: The museum displayed recent acquisitions in contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, and decorative art.
2. International Advertising Posters: An exhibition of these posters was assembled and circulated by the College Art Association.
3. Contemporary Sculptors' Drawings: This exhibition was next in line.
4. Modern Sculpture in Germany: An exhibition showcasing the various trends in German sculpture.
5. German Textile and Pottery Show: This was noted as one of the most unusual exhibitions, demonstrating great interest from students of design.
6. Summer Exhibitions: Included Flemish, Dutch, and German artists' works from the fifteenth to the twentieth century.

Collections

• Additions: The museum added 153 objects through gifts and purchases. Notable acquisitions included:
  • Works by German artists such as Otto Dix, Lionel Feininger, and George Grosz.
  • Sculptures by Wilhelm Lehmbruck and Georg Kolbe.
  • A terracotta head of a woman by the Belgian artist Georges Minne.

Loans

• Number of Loans: The museum had 498 objects on loan during the year, with many lent out for special exhibitions.
  • Notable loans included a Flemish tapestry, drawings by Wilhelm Kobell, and paintings by Hans Burgkmair and Barthel Bruyn.

Library

• Volume Increase: The library’s collection increased by 195 volumes, totaling 1,375 volumes now.
• Photographs and Reproductions: The number of photographs and reproductions grew by 1,868, adding to the study materials.
• Notable Donation: Professor Arthur Burkhard donated a collection of photographs of works by Hans Burgkmair and Matthias Grünewald.

Lantern Slides

• The collection of lantern slides was augmented by 4,228 new slides, with the entire collection duplicated for preservation.

Photographic Negatives

• 288 new photographic negatives of museum objects were made, totaling 597.

Attendance

• Total Attendance: 22,033, with 20,007 being gallery attendees and 2,026 attending lectures.

Extension Work

• Public School Collaboration: An experimental educational program continued from the previous year, involving collaboration with Mr. A. F. Burke from the Cambridge Public Schools.
• Lectures and Films: The program included lectures and films on topics such as:
  • The Art of Egypt.
  • The Daily Life of the Egyptians, Ancient and Modern.
  • The Making of a Greek Art Object.
  • Roman Art and Glass Blowing with specimens of ancient and medieval blown glass.

The image displays two pages from a document related to the Germanic Museum, detailing various activities and collections for a particular year. Here's a detailed summary:

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Exhibitions:

• The year began with an exhibition of contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, and decorative art.
• Followed by an exhibition of International Advertising Posters, organized by the College Art Association.
• A collection of 'Contemporary Sculptors' Drawings' was exhibited and illustrated in graphic form, showcasing modern sculpture trends in Germany.
• A notable exhibition was the German Textile and Pottery show, which drew significant interest from students of design.
• The year concluded with a summer exhibition of paintings and drawings by Flemish, Dutch, and German artists, spanning the fifteenth to twentieth centuries.

Collections:

• The permanent collection of the Museum was enriched by 153 objects, added through gifts and purchases.
• Significant acquisitions included a collection of contemporary German watercolors and drawings by artists like Albert Burkart, Otto Dix, Lionel Feininger, and others.
• Notable sculptures purchased included works by Wilhelm Lehmbruck, Georges Minne, and a terra cotta head by Paul Kleinschmidt.

Loans:

• The Museum borrowed 428 objects, many for special exhibitions.
• Notable loans included a Flemish tapestry, a drawing by Wilhelm Kobell, a bronze by George Kolbe, a portrait by Hans Burgkmair, and a painting by Barthél Bruyn.

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Library:

• The library's collection increased by 105 volumes through gifts and 68 by purchase, totaling 1,375 volumes.
• The number of photographs and reproductions for study increased by 1,868, with 597 added by gift and 1,269 by purchase, totaling 7,967.
• A significant addition was the generous gift of Professor Arthur Burkhard, consisting of photographs of works by painters Hans Burgkmair and Matthias Grünewald.
• The collection of lantern slides was augmented by 4,228 slides, with the Department of Art of New York University duplicating their entire collection.

Attendance:

• Total attendance for the year was 22,033, with 20,007 visitors to gallery attendance and 2,026 to lectures.

Extension Work:

• An educational program for public school children, initiated in 1933-34, continued.
• Twelve lectures were conducted in collaboration with Mr. A. F. Burke, Art Director of the Cambridge Public Schools, featuring films and slides illustrating art history from ancient to modern times.

The document provides a comprehensive overview of the museum's activities, acquisitions, loans, library growth, attendance figures, and educational outreach programs for the year in question.

The image displays two pages from a report or catalog of the Germanic Museum. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

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• Exhibitions:

  • The museum hosted an exhibition of contemporary sculptures, paintings, drawings, and decorative arts.
  • This was followed by an exhibition of International Advertising Posters, organized by the College Art Association.
  • A collection of Contemporary Sculptors' Drawings was also showcased, highlighting modern German sculpture trends.
  • The year's most notable exhibition was a contemporary German Textile and Pottery show, which attracted significant interest.
  • The season concluded with a summer exhibition of Flemish, Dutch, and German artists' works spanning from the fifteenth to the twentieth century.

• Collections:

  • The museum added 153 objects to its permanent collection, including a significant collection of contemporary German watercolors and drawings by notable artists like Albert Burkart, Otto Dix, and others.
  • Notable sculptures acquired include a terra cotta Head of a Woman by Wilhelm Lehmbruck and a bronze Kneeling Youth by Georges Minne.
  • The watercolor of the Head of a Woman by Paul Kleinschmidt was donated by Mr. Erich Cohn.

• Loans:

  • The museum loaned out 428 objects, with several notable loans for special exhibitions, including a Flemish seventeenth-century tapestry, drawings by Wilhelm Kobell, and various paintings and portraits.

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• Library:

  • The library saw an increase in its volumes, with 105 gifts and 68 purchases, making the total number of volumes 1,375.
  • The collection of photographs and reproductions for study material increased by 1,868, with 597 of these being purchased. A notable gift was the complete works of painters Hans Burgkmair and Matthias Grünewald.
  • The museum acquired 597 lantern slides, including a complete set from the Department of Art of New York University.
  • Two hundred and eighty-eight photographic negatives of museum objects were created, bringing the total to 597.

• Attendance:

  • The total attendance for the year was 22,033, with 20,007 representing gallery attendance and 2,026 visitors attending lectures.

• Extension Work:

  • Educational programs with public school children were continued, including lectures and films on various topics in art history, such as the Art of Egypt, Minoan Art, Greek Art, and Roman Art.

The image reflects the museum's active engagement in exhibitions, acquisitions, educational outreach, and community involvement throughout the year.

This image displays two columns of text on a page, likely from a report or informational document. Specifically, it is a two-page spread shown side-by-side. On the left page, labeled "2" at the top, the heading "GERMANIC MUSEUM" is visible, suggesting that the text pertains to information about activities, exhibitions, or acquisitions of a museum focused on Germanic culture or history. The text on this page discusses recent accessions consisting of contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, and a collection of International Advertising Posters. It continues to detail various exhibitions, the popularity of a design contest, and the conclusion of a special summer exhibition of paintings and drawings by Flemish, Dutch, and German artists.

In the "COLLECTIONS" section, the document states that one hundred and fifty-three objects were added to the collection by gift and purchase, with mentions of artwork by various artists. There are also comments on gifts received, including a watercolor by Paul Klee, and a bronze kneeling Youth by Wilhelm Lehmbruck.

On the right side, labeled "3," the text continues under the same heading "GERMANIC MUSEUM" and then moves on to a section titled "LIBRARY," detailing the increase in volumes and mentions gifts, including photographs of Professor Arthur Kingsley Porter and his wife. It gives specifics on the growth of their collection, the addition of slides, and the complete photographic negatives of objects in the museum.

The bottom portion of the right column discusses "ATTENDANCE," stating the total for the year, and "EXTENSION WORK," which involves educational initiatives like work with public school children and a collaboration with the Cambridge Public Schools. It lists various lecture topics and educational programs including those on ancient and modern art, film showings, and a schedule of lectures.

The document appears to be historical in nature, as the typography and style suggest an older publication. The physical attributes such as the paper's quality and aging, as well as the typesetting used, also indicate it could be from the mid-20th century or earlier, but without a date on the page, the exact time period cannot be determined.

The image displays two pages from a book or a report about the Germanic Museum. The left page (page 2) covers topics related to recent acquisitions, collections, and loans:

1. Germanic Museum:

   • Recent acquisitions of contemporary sculpture, painting, drawings, and decorative art are mentioned.
   • There was an exhibition on International Advertising Posters and a special summer exhibition of paintings and drawings by artists from Germany, Flanders, and the Netherlands, dating from the fifteenth to the twentieth century.

2. Collections:

   • The museum received 153 objects by gift and purchase.
   • Significant additions include contemporary German watercolors and drawings by various prominent artists.
   • Sculpture works such as "Head of a Woman" and "Kneeling Youth" from different artists were also acquired.
   • Specific mention is given to the watercolors of the "Head of a Woman" by Paul Kleinschmidt, donated by Erich Cohn.

3. Loans:

   • The museum loaned 428 objects during the year, with a majority on loan for short periods.
   • Noteworthy items include a Flemish seventeenth-century tapestry, drawings, and bronze pieces.

The right page (page 3) discusses the library's resources, attendance, and extension work:

4. Library:

   • The library volumes increased by 195, bringing the total to 1,375.
   • Study materials were increased by 1,658 items, now totaling 7,767.
   • The library augmented its collection with 4,228 lantern slides, including new acquisitions supported by the Department of Art of New York University.
   • 288 photographic negatives were added, making the total 597.

5. Attendance:

   • The total attendance for the year was 22,033, including gallery attendance and visitors to lectures.

6. Extension Work:

   • Programs for public school children were continued and included lectures and films on various art and historical topics.
   • The educational program covered areas such as Egyptian art, Minonan art, Greek art, Roman art, and activities like glass blowing, with specific lectures on related subjects.

The image shows an open book or booklet with text on two facing pages labeled pages 2 and 3. The title "GERMANIC MUSEUM" appears at the top of both pages. The content is formatted in blocks with headings such as "COLLECTIONS," "LOANS," "LIBRARY," "ATTENDANCE," and "EXTENSION WORK."

The text describes various aspects of the Germanic Museum’s activities, including exhibitions of contemporary sculpture, paintings, and drawings, with specific artists and works mentioned. It details acquisitions and gifts added to the museum collection, numbers of objects loaned, and notable loans for exhibitions. The library section provides statistics on volumes, photographs, and lantern slides. Attendance figures for the year are given, followed by information about educational extension work, including lectures and films related to art history and ancient art.

The overall layout is clean with a clear serif font and the text appears to be part of an annual report or similar official document related to the museum's operations and collections.

The image shows a two-page spread from a book or report. The left page contains a section titled "COLLECTIONS" with details about recent acquisitions and loans to the museum. It mentions the addition of 153 objects to the permanent collection, including works by notable artists such as Albert Burkart, Otto Dix, and Paul Klee. It also notes the loan of 428 objects for special exhibitions.

The right page contains a section titled "LIBRARY" with details about the library's growth. It mentions an increase of 127 volumes by gift and 68 by purchase, bringing the total number of volumes to 1,375. It also notes the addition of 1,868 photographs and other reproductions, bringing the total to 7,967.

The sections are separated by a blank space, and the text is presented in a clear, legible font. The image provides an overview of the museum's acquisitions and library growth for a particular year.