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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1934-1936

ARCH.2013.5.2, Rendition: 793582

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The image appears to be a page from a book or catalog related to an art exhibition. The page contains two main elements: a textual announcement and a photograph of an artwork.

  1. Textual Announcement:

    • The top part of the page features a printed announcement for an exhibition titled "German Art from 1450-1550."
    • The exhibition is held at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.
    • It showcases various forms of art including painting, metal work, sculpture, and tapestry.
    • The exhibition dates are from June 5th to September 30th.
  2. Photograph of Artwork:

    • Below the announcement, there is a photograph of a portrait of a young girl.
    • The photograph is labeled "Harvard, June 14, 1936."
    • The caption beneath the photograph describes the artwork as a "Portrait of a Saxon princess by Lucas Cranach, and included in the museum's collection of German art."
    • The exhibition is noted to be one of the largest ever held in this country and is part of the Harvard Tercentenary celebration.

The page itself is aged, indicating that it is from an older publication, likely from the 1930s, given the date on the photograph. The book or catalog appears to be well-preserved, with a green spine visible on the left side of the image.

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The image displays an open scrapbook or album with two main items on display. At the top, there is a ticket or a program for the "Tercentenary Exhibition: German Art from 1450-1550" held at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University. The exhibition featured painting, metal work, sculpture, and tapestry, and was held from June 5th to September 30th, though the exact year is not specified on the program.

Beneath the program, there is a black and white photograph of a portrait. The portrait depicts a young girl in detailed attire, possibly from the historical period the exhibition focused on. The caption under the photograph identifies her as the "Portrait of a Saxon princess by Lucas Cranach," and notes that it was included in the Fogg Museum's German Art exhibition at Harvard in 1936. The photograph also notes that the original portrait is in the Gemaldegalerie, Dresden.

Additionally, there is a handwritten note above the photograph that reads "Herald, June 14, 1936," possibly indicating the source or the date the photograph was added to the scrapbook.

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The image shows an exhibition catalog or pamphlet from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The event is titled "Tercentenary Exhibition" and focuses on "German Art from 1450-1550."

The cover details the types of art featured in the exhibition:

  • Painting
  • Sculpture
  • Metal Work
  • Tapestry

The exhibition ran from June 5th to September 30th.

Additionally, the image includes a photograph of an artwork within the pamphlet. This artwork is described as a "Portrait of a Saxon Princess by Lucas Cranach," likely Lucas Cranach the Elder. The portrait is noted as being included in the exhibition, which is considered one of the most important ever held in the United States for this period of German art. The exhibition also serves as the museum's contribution to Harvard's Tercentenary celebration.

The pamphlet appears to have been signed and dated by someone named Morand on June 14, 1936.

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The image shows a page from a book or scrapbook that contains two primary items:

  1. Exhibition Label:

    • The top item is a label from an exhibition at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.
    • The label reads: "GERMANIC MUSEUM – HARVARD UNIVERSITY TERCENTENARY EXHIBITION GERMAN ART FROM 1450-1550 PAINTING METAL WORK SCULPTURE TAPESTRY JUNE 5th TO SEPTEMBER 30th."
  2. Newspaper Clipping:

    • Below the label, there is a newspaper clipping dated June 14, 1936, with a handwritten note indicating the date.
    • The clipping features a black-and-white image of a portrait of a Saxon princess, identified as being painted by Lucas Cranach.
    • The caption mentions that this portrait was included in the Harvard University Tercentenary Exhibition and is part of the collection at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.
    • The text below the image further elaborates that the exhibition is one of the most important events of the Harvard Tercentenary celebration, highlighting the museum's contribution.

The page is bound within what appears to be a book, with the edges of the book visible on the left side of the image. The overall presentation suggests a historical and academic interest in the exhibition and the artwork displayed.

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The image depicts an open book with a page containing information about a tercentenary exhibition. Here are the details:

  1. Exhibition Information:

    • Location: Germanic Museum at Harvard University.
    • Exhibition Name: "German Art from 1450-1550".
    • Types of Art Included: Painting, Sculpture, Metal Work, and Tapestry.
    • Dates: June 5th to September 30th.
  2. Image and Text:

    • Below the exhibition information, there is a black-and-white photograph of a portrait.
    • The portrait is of a young girl, identified as a Saxon princess, painted by Lucas Cranach, the Elder.
    • The photograph includes a caption explaining that the portrait was included in the exhibition at the Germanic Museum and is part of the Harvard Tercentenary celebration.
    • The caption mentions that the exhibition is one of the most important contributions to the Harvard Tercentenary celebration.
  3. Additional Notes:

    • There is a handwritten note in the upper right corner of the page, dated June 14, 1936, and signed "Herald."
    • The page appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, possibly a catalog or program from the exhibition.

The overall impression is that this page serves as a record or keepsake from the 1936 exhibition at Harvard University's Germanic Museum.

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The image depicts a page from a book or a magazine that contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University, specifically from a tercentenary exhibition titled "German Art from 1450–1550."

Here's a detailed description:

  1. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition was held at the Germanic Museum – Harvard University.
    • The exhibit included categories: Painting, Metal Work, Sculpture, and Tapestry.
    • The dates of the exhibition were from June 5th to September 30th.
  2. Artwork Featured:

    • The clipping features a portrait of a Saxon princess created by Lucas Cranach the Elder.
    • The portrait is described as being included in the exhibition and part of the museum's contribution to the Harvard Tercentenary celebration.
  3. Date and Signature:

    • The clipping is dated June 14, 1936, and has a handwritten signature that reads "Herald."
  4. Visual Elements:

    • The portrait itself shows a detailed depiction of a woman in traditional attire, holding a pearl or a similar object in her hand. The clothing and style suggest it is from the 15th to 16th century.
    • The newspaper clipping is taped to the page, and there is a small portion of the text from the caption below the image visible.

This clipping highlights the historical and cultural significance of the exhibition and the specific artwork on display during that period.

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This image depicts an open page of a publication or book. On the right side, there's a yellowed exhibition label affixed to the page, from the "Germanic Museum – Harvard University" detailing a "Tercentenary Exhibition" of "German Art from 1450–1550", which includes painting, sculpture, metalwork, and tapestry. The exhibition dates are listed as "June 5th to September 30th" without a specified year. Below the label, there's handwriting that reads "Herald, June 11, 1936", suggesting the possible date for the information in the publication.

On the page, beneath the label, there is a black and white printed image, presumably a reproduction of a piece of art. The printed text below the image provides a caption, identifying the representation as "Portrait of a Sixteen-Year-Old Boy...". Although the full text isn't visible, it seems to explain the significance of the portrait within the context of the exhibition.

The physical condition of the book is apparent from the weathered edges and the yellowing of the pages. The left edge of the book reveals the thickness of the publication, hinting at many pages contained within it. The image captures the tactile quality of a vintage book, reflecting a sense of age and the preservation of historical materials. There is a clear sense of archival research or reference, perhaps within an academic or museum setting.

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The image shows a page from a book or album. There is a clipped newspaper article attached to the page, and above it is a printed notice from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The notice announces a Tercentenary Exhibition featuring German art from 1450-1550, including painting, sculpture, metal work, and tapestry, running from June 5th to September 30th. The newspaper clipping features an image and text describing the exhibition with reference to a specific portrait included in the display.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album page containing two items pasted on it.

At the top, there is a typed card with the heading "GERMANIC MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY." It announces a "TERCENTENARY EXHIBITION" of "GERMAN ART FROM 1450-1550," featuring paintings, metal work, sculpture, and tapestry. The exhibit dates are from "JUNE 5TH TO SEPTEMBER 30TH."

Below the card, there is a newspaper clipping dated "Herald, June 14, 1936." The clipping is a black-and-white image of a portrait of a Saxon princess attributed to Lucas Cranach. Underneath the portrait, there is a caption explaining that this portrait is considered one of the masterpieces of German art on view at the Germanic Museum at Harvard. The exhibit is noted as one of the most important events for the museum, marking their tercentenary celebration.

The page and pasted items show some signs of aging, such as yellowing and browning.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a catalog or program from an art exhibition. The left page shows a printed label or cover sheet with the following details:

  • Title: "GERMANIC MUSEUM – HARVARD UNIVERSITY"
  • Subtitle: "TERCENTENARY EXHIBITION"
  • Exhibition Focus: "GERMAN ART FROM 1450–1550"
  • Art Forms: "PAINTING," "METAL WORK," "SCULPTURE," "TAPESTRY"
  • Dates: "JUNE 5TH TO SEPTEMBER 30TH"

The right page contains a handwritten note at the top, dated "June 14, 1936," and signed "Hennard." Below the note is a black-and-white photograph of a woman, identified as a "Portrait of a Saxon princess by Lucas Cranach." The caption beneath the photograph provides additional context, mentioning that the portrait is part of a collection of German art on display at the Germanic Museum, Harvard, and notes that the exhibition is part of Harvard's Tercentenary celebration.

The book appears to be part of an archival or historical collection, with visible wear and tear, including creased pages and faded text, suggesting age and use. The overall presentation indicates it is a document related to a significant art exhibition held at Harvard University.