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The image shows a document reprinted from the "Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments, 1939-40." Specifically, it is a report on the Germanic Museum for the year 1939-1940.
Germanic Museum
The report is addressed to the President of the University and details the acquisition and significance of the Faber du Faur Library.
The report expresses hope that the library will eventually become a permanent part of the Museum, enhancing its usefulness and aiding in converting the Germanic Museum into a premier research institute focused on Germanic culture.
The image depicts an open book with a document inserted between its pages. The document is titled "Germanic Museum" and is a report reprinted from the Report of the President of Harvard College and Treasurer of Harvard University for the year 1939-1940.
The report is addressed to the President of the University and discusses the acquisition of the Faber du Faur Library, which is described as a significant event for the year. The library consists of a collection of approximately 6,000 books that provide a comprehensive overview of the developments in German literature from the late fifteenth century to the third quarter of the nineteenth century. Many of the books are first editions or special editions, and the collection includes manuscripts, autographs, and letters.
The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940, with a speech by Professor Martin von Fauer du Faur. The report expresses gratitude to Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur for his generosity in lending his collection and for his willingness to keep the library together as a unit. It also mentions the hope that means will be found to secure the library permanently for the Museum, emphasizing the importance of such an acquisition for the Museum's goal of becoming a research institute in Germanic culture.
The document is neatly typed and inserted into the book, which appears to be a bound volume, possibly part of a series of reports or records.
The image shows a page from a report titled 'Germanic Museum,' reprinted from the Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments, 1939-40. The document is addressed to the President of the University and details the significant events of the Germanic Museum for the year 1939-1940. The key highlight mentioned is the securing of the Faber du Faur Library on loan for five years, which includes approximately seven thousand volumes covering German literature from the 16th century to the 19th century, with a particular strength in Baroque literature. The library was enhanced with additional materials and displayed in a visually appealing manner, with the help of Professor Werner, who provided period-appropriate book cases and other items. The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940, with a reception for Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur. The report acknowledges the contributions of several individuals and expresses gratitude to Dr. von Faber du Faur for his generosity and vision in assembling the collection. The document concludes by hoping to acquire the library permanently for the museum, which would greatly enhance its research value and contribute to the goal of making the museum a leading research institute in Germanic culture.
The image shows a page from a report, specifically from the "Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments, 1939-40." The section is titled "Germanic Museum," and it details a report to the President of the University regarding the Germanic Museum for the year 1939-1940.
The main focus of the report is the acquisition and installation of the Faber du Faur Library. This library was secured on loan for five years and contains approximately seven thousand volumes that trace the development of German literature from the 16th century to the third quarter of the 19th century. The collection is noted for its richness in Baroque literature, with many first editions and special editions.
Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur, who owns the library, has enhanced its value by securing well-preserved volumes in fine bindings. He also lent the museum special items such as book cases, furniture, and sculptures from the Baroque and Rococo periods, contributing to the ambiance of the library room, which is designed to resemble an 18th-century monastic library from southern Germany or Austria.
The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940, with a tea and reception for Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur. The report expresses gratitude to several individuals, including Professor Taylor Starck and Professor Karl Victor of the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and Dr. K. de W. Metcalf, Director of the Harvard University Library, for their efforts in securing the loan of the library.
The report concludes by expressing gratitude to Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur for his generosity and for his understanding of the importance of keeping the library together as a unit. It also mentions the hope that funds will be found to acquire the library permanently for the museum, which would significantly enhance the museum’s usefulness and contribute to the goal of converting the museum into a research institute in Germanic culture.
The image depicts a page from a report titled "Germanic Museum," which is an excerpt from the "Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments" for the year 1939-1940. The report is addressed to the President of the University and discusses the acquisition of the Faber du Faur Library.
Key points in the report include:
Significance of Acquisition: The securing of the Faber du Faur Library as a loan for five years is noted as the most important event of the year. The collection consists of approximately seven thousand volumes covering the development of German literature from the early sixteenth century to the third quarter of the nineteenth century.
Content and Condition: The library is rich in Baroque literature and includes many first editions or editions of special significance. Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur has enhanced the collection by adding well-preserved volumes in fine bindings, and the library is complemented by a collection of designed book cases, furniture, and sculpture from the Baroque and Rococo periods. These items contribute to the library's warm and inviting atmosphere.
Opening: The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940, with a reception for Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur. The report expresses gratitude to several individuals, including Professor Taylor Starek, Professor Karl Victor of the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and Dr. K. de W. Metzell, Director of the Harvard University Library, for their roles in securing the loan.
Gratitude and Future Aspirations: The report expresses gratitude to Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur for his generous gift of the library collection and his foresight in recognizing its value as a unit. It also hopes that funds will be found to permanently acquire the library for the museum, which would significantly enhance the institution's usefulness and contribute to its goal of becoming a research institute in Germanic culture.
The image shows a page from a report titled "Germanic Museum" included in the "Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments, 1939-1940". The report is addressed to the President of the University and concerns the Faber du Faur Library, which was loaned to the Germanic Museum for five years.
Key points highlighted in the report include:
Importance of the Loan: Securing the Faber du Faur Library was considered a major event. The library contains approximately seven thousand volumes, focusing on German literature from the seventeenth to the third quarter of the nineteenth century. It is particularly rich in Baroque literature, with many first editions and significant editions.
Enhancement by Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur: The report notes that Dr. Faber du Faur's efforts to preserve and enhance the library's bindings and furnishings have contributed to its overall aesthetic and historical value. The furnishings include fine bookcases, furniture, and sculptures from the Baroque and Rococo periods.
Opening Ceremony: The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940. The event included a tea reception for Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur. The report thanks several individuals, including Professor Taylor Starek, Professor Karl Victor, and Dr. K. de W. Metcalf, for their roles in securing the loan.
Gratitude and Future Aspirations: The report expresses gratitude to Dr. Faber du Faur for his generosity and vision in loaning the collection. It also hopes that the library will be found suitable for permanent acquisition by the museum, enhancing the museum’s capacity to become a research institute dedicated to German culture.
The image shows an old, open book with a single typed report page affixed to the left-hand side. The report is titled "Germanic Museum" and appears to be reprinted from the "Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments, 1939-40." The content is a formal communication addressed to the President of the University, reporting on the Germanic Museum for the year 1939-1940.
The report focuses on the Faber du Faur Library, which was secured as a loan for five years and considered the most important event of that year for the museum. It describes the significant collection of approximately seven thousand volumes covering the development of German literature from the 15th to the 19th century, emphasizing the quality and physical beauty of the volumes and related objects from the Baroque and Rococo periods. The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940, with a tea and reception for Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur. The report concludes with thanks to various contributors and expresses hope that the library will be permanently acquired by the museum to advance its mission as a research institute in Germanic culture.
The page is affixed to the book page by what looks like a strip of old tape on the right side, which has caused some discoloration on the underlying page. The book itself appears to be old, with yellowed pages and a green cloth spine.
The image shows an open book with a single page visible. The top of the visible page indicates that the text is "Reprinted from the Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments, 1939-1940." The title "Germanic Museum" is prominent and centered near the top of the page.
The text is addressed "To The President of The University." The content on the left side of the page begins with a formal opening, "Sir,—I have the honor to make the following report on the Germanic Museum for the year 1939-1940."
It goes on to discuss "The Fajer de Faar Library," mentioning its significance, collection, and details about the securing of this library for a five-year term as a loan. Specific topics covered in this report include the literary importance and the historical significance of the collection, which consists of approximately seventy thousand volumes from the fifteenth century to the German literature from the end of the eighteenth century, with a focus on Baroque literature. The report credits individuals associated with the process, such as Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur, Professor Karl Viëtor, and Dr. K. W. Mettaer.
The text has a vintage look, indicative of the time it was printed, and the book has a beige border with slight discoloration at the edges from age or handling. There is some curvature to the page suggesting it might be somewhat thick or stiff. The text is well-aligned, and the font is small and formal, typical of academic or historical documents of the period.
The image depicts an open book with a page showing a report titled "Germanic Museum," which appears to be reprinted from the Report of the President of Harvard College and Reports of Departments from the academic year 1939-41. The document is addressed "To the President of the University" and begins with the heading "The Faber du Faur Library."
The report discusses the acquisition of the Faber du Faur Library, recognizing it as the most significant event of the year. The collection, loaned for five years, includes approximately seven thousand volumes covering the development of German literature from the end of the fifteenth century to the third quarter of the nineteenth century. The report mentions the importance and condition of the books, the assortment of complementary items like furniture and pictures, and the contributions of various individuals, including Dr. Curt von Faber du Faur. The library was officially opened on February 5, 1940, with a reception for Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur.
The document expresses gratitude to those who facilitated the acquisition and highlights the potential benefits of permanently acquiring the library for the Museum, aiming to enhance the institution's usefulness and further research in Germanic culture.
The image shows an open book, likely a report or formal document, with a clean and formal layout. The page displayed is titled "Germanic Museum" and is addressed "To the President of the University." The text appears to be a formal report or letter, dated from 1939–1940, as indicated at the top of the page. The content discusses the acquisition of the Faber du Faur Library as a loan for five years, highlighting its significance as a major event for the Germanic Museum.
Key points from the text include:
Library Acquisition: The Faber du Faur Library, consisting of approximately 7,000 volumes, was secured as a loan. The collection spans from the end of the Fifteenth century to the third quarter of the nineteenth century and is rich in Baroque literature, including first editions and special editions of significant books.
Physical Enhancements: The library's physical beauty is enhanced by well-preserved volumes in fine bindings, along with furniture, sculpture, paintings, and textiles from the Baroque and Rococo periods. These items create a warm, mellow atmosphere, reminiscent of Southern German or Austrian monastic libraries.
Opening Ceremony: The library was formally opened on February 5, 1940, with a tea and reception hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Curt von Faber du Faur.
Acknowledgments: Gratitude is expressed to several individuals, including Professor Taylor Starck and Professor Karl Victor from the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and Dr. K. de W. Metcalf, Director of the Harvard Library, for their support in securing the loan.
Future Goals: The report expresses hope that the library will eventually be acquired permanently as a unit for the Museum, which would greatly enhance the institution's usefulness and support its goal of converting the Museum into a research institute in Germanic culture.
The page is numbered 1 at the bottom, indicating it is the first page of this section. The text is typed in a formal, serif font, and the paper has a light cream or off-white color, typical of historical documents. The book's spine and adjacent pages are visible, showing a classic binding style with a dark spine and light-colored pages. The overall presentation suggests an official or academic context.