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PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION

An exhibition of fifty works by PAUL KLEE, paintings and prints in various media ranging in date from 1904 to 1940, the year of his death, will be shown at the Germanic Museum from March 8th through April 3rd.

This exhibition was organized and is being circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, and has been lent by the Paul Klee Foundation of the artist's native city Berne, Switzerland, which also provided the works for the major retrospective exhibition being shown this season at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and in San Francisco, Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

Born near Berne in 1879, the son of a German father and a French mother, both musicians, Klee went to Munich to study painting when he was twenty. While he visited Italy and Paris, he was most closely linked with the modern school which flourished in Germany before the advent of Hitler. Klee exhibited with the "Blue Riders" group in Munich, and from 1920 to 1929 was a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau. With Feininger, Kandinsky and Javlensky, he formed the "Blue Four" group, which exhibited in Germany and the United States.

It has been said that the titles of a picture by Paul Klee contribute not only to our understanding of the picture, but to the picture itself. At once intuitive and inventive, tender and sharp of wit, he is the most captivating of modern artists, and second only to Picasso as a governing influence on young painters of all countries. In the introduction to the catalogue of the large exhibition, James Thrall Soby remarks, "Within its smaller scale... Klee's art seems as rich in plastic discovery as Picasso's...... both men have consistently invented values of color, shape and line which transcend, without obliterating, a strong allusive content."

The image shows a page from a book or catalog discussing an exhibition of Paul Klee's works. Here are the detailed observations:

1. Title and Exhibition Information:

   • The page is titled "PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION."
   • An exhibition of 50 works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints in various media, spanning from 1904 to 1940, the year of his death, will be displayed.
   • The exhibition runs from March 8th to April 3rd at the Germanisches Museum in Munich.

2. Organization and Loan Details:

   • This exhibition is organized and is being circulated by the Museum of Modern Art.
   • The Paul Klee Foundation of the artist’s native city, Berne, Switzerland, has loaned the works for this exhibition, which is also part of the larger retrospective being held at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, San Francisco, and other cities including Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

3. Biographical Context:

   • Paul Klee was born near Berne in 1879, the son of a German father and a French mother, both musicians.
   • He began studying painting in Munich when he was twenty, and his artistic journey was influenced by the modern art movements in Germany before World War I.
   • Klee was associated with the "Blue Riders" group and taught painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau from 1920 to 1933.
   • He formed the "Blue Four" group, which included Wassily Kandinsky, Lyonel Feininger, and Franz Marc, and exhibited in both Germany and the United States.

4. Artistic Influence and Style:

   • The text emphasizes that Klee’s works are known for their titles contributing significantly to the understanding of the art itself.
   • Klee is described as a captivating and innovative artist, noted for his wit and intuitive creativity. He is considered a significant influence on modern artists, second only to Picasso.
   • James Thrall Soby remarks that Klee’s art is rich in plastic discovery, akin to Picasso's, and both artists consistently invent values of color, shape, and line that transcend without diluting a strong allusive content.

The image shows a page from a document or book discussing an exhibition of Paul Klee's work. Here is a detailed summary:

Exhibition Details:

• Title: Paul Klee Exhibition
• Works Displayed: Fifty works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints in various media, spanning the years 1904 to 1940, the year of his death.
• Dates and Location: The exhibition was shown at the Germanisches Museum from March 8th through April 3rd.
• Organizer and Lender: Organized and circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, with the support of the Paul Klee Foundation of the artist’s native city, Bern, Switzerland. The same works were featured in a retrospective exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and subsequently traveled to San Francisco, Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

Biographical Information:

• Birth: Paul Klee was born near Bern in 1879.
• Parents: Son of a German father and a French mother, both musicians.
• Early Education: Studied painting in Munich at the age of 20.
• Artistic Affiliations: Closely linked with the modern school in Germany before the rise of Hitler. He exhibited with the "Blue Riders" group in Munich and was a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau from 1920 to 1929.
• Collaborations: Formed the "Blue Four" group with Feininger, Kandinsky, and Jawlensky, which exhibited in Germany and the United States.

Artistic Influence:

• Contribution: The title of Paul Klee’s pictures is said to contribute not only to our understanding but also to the picture itself.
• Style and Influence: Known for his intuitive and inventive, tender and witty art, Klee is considered one of the most captivating modern artists, second only to Picasso in his influence on young painters globally.
• Cultural Remarks: James Thrall Soby notes in the introduction to the catalog of the large exhibition that Klee's art is as rich in plastic discovery as Picasso's, both artists consistently inventing values of color, shape, and line that transcend without obliterating a strong allusive content.

The image shows a page from a document or catalog detailing an exhibition of works by Paul Klee, a renowned artist. Here's a detailed summary:

1. Exhibition Information:

   • The exhibition features fifty works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints, created between 1904 and 1940, the year of his death.
   • The exhibition is scheduled to be shown at the Germanic Museum from March 8th through April 3rd.

2. Organization and Circulation:

   • Organized and circulated by the Museum of Modern Art.
   • The works are lent by the Paul Klee Foundation of the artist’s native city, Bern, Switzerland, which also provided works for a major retrospective exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and other cities including San Francisco, Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

3. Artist Background:

   • Paul Klee was born in 1879 near Bern, Switzerland, to a German father and a French mother, both musicians.
   • He studied painting in Munich at the age of twenty.
   • Klee was associated with the modern school in Germany before Hitler’s rise.
   • He exhibited with the "Blue Riders" group in Munich and was a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau from 1920 to 1932.
   • Along with Feininger, Kandinsky, and Jawlensky, he formed the "Blue Four" group, which exhibited in Germany and the United States.

4. Artistic Influence and Style:

   • Klee's titles for his pictures contribute significantly to both understanding and the artwork itself.
   • He is noted for his intuitive and inventive style, wit, and sharpness, making him one of the most captivating modern artists.
   • His influence is second only to Picasso among young painters worldwide.
   • James Thrall Soby's introduction to the catalog remarks that Klee’s art is as rich in plastic discovery as Picasso’s, with both artists consistently inventing values of color, shape, and line that transcend without obliterating a strong allusive content.

The document is likely part of a catalog or informational brochure for the exhibition, providing context about the artist and the significance of his work.

The image shows a document detailing an exhibition of works by the artist Paul Klee. Here is a detailed summary:

PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION

The exhibition features fifty works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints created using various media. These works span from 1904 to 1940, covering the period from early in his career until his death. The exhibition is scheduled to be shown at the Germanic Museum from March 5th through April 3rd.

The exhibition was organized and circulated by the Museum of Modern Art and has been lent by the Paul Klee Foundation based in Bern, Switzerland. The same foundation also provided works for a major retrospective exhibition held earlier that season at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, as well as in other cities like San Francisco, Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

Biographical Information:

• Paul Klee was born near Bern in 1879, the son of a German father and a French mother, both of whom were musicians.
• He moved to Munich at the age of twenty to study painting.
• During his visits to Italy and Paris, he became closely associated with the modern art movements in Germany.
• Klee exhibited with the "Blaue Reiter" (Blue Rider) group in Munich.
• From 1920 to 1939, he was a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau, and later at the Düsseldorf Academy.
• Alongside artists like Feininger, Kandinsky, and Jawlensky, he formed the "Blaue Vier" (Blue Four) group, which exhibited in Germany and the United States.

Artistic Influence:

• Klee's works are noted for their titles, which contribute significantly to the understanding of the pieces.
• He is described as one of the most captivating modern artists, known for his intuitive and inventive approach, wit, and sharp intellect.
• Klee is second only to Picasso in his influence on younger painters of all countries.
• James Thrall Soby, in the introduction to the exhibition catalog, remarks that Klee's art is as rich in plastic discovery as Picasso's. Both artists continually innovated with color, shape, and line, creating transcendent and elusive content without collaboration.

The text highlights the profound impact and unique qualities of Paul Klee's contributions to modern art.

The image shows an open book with a page that contains text about a Paul Klee exhibition. Here is a summary of the text:

PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION

An exhibition featuring fifty works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints created between 1904 and 1940, the year of his death, is being showcased at the Germanic Museum from March 8th through April 3rd. This exhibition was organized and circulated by the Museum of Modern Art and has been lent by the Paul Klee Foundation of the artist's native city, Bern, Switzerland. The exhibition has also been shown at various locations including New York, San Francisco, Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

Paul Klee was born near Bern in 1879 to a German father and a French mother, both musicians. He studied painting in Munich and visited Italy and Paris. He was associated with the modern art movement in Germany before Hitler's rise to power. Klee exhibited with the "Blue Rider" group in Munich and was a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau. He formed the "Blue Four" group with Feininger, Kandinsky, and Jawlensky, which exhibited in Germany and the United States.

The text highlights the significance of the titles of Klee's works, suggesting that they not only aid in understanding the pictures but also contribute to the artwork itself. Klee is described as one of the most emulative modern artists, second only to Picasso in influencing young painters globally. James Thrall Soby, in the introduction to the exhibition catalog, praises Klee's art for its richness in plastic discovery and inventive use of color, shape, and line, which transcends without colliterating, maintaining a strong allusive content.

The page appears to be from a catalog or a book detailing the exhibition and Klee's contributions to modern art.

The image shows an open book with a page containing a typed document titled "PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION". The text describes an exhibition of fifty works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints from 1904 to 1940, the year of his death. It mentions that the exhibition will be shown at the Germanic Museum from March 8th through April 3rd and was organized and circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, with works lent by the Paul Klee Foundation of Bern, Switzerland. The document provides a brief biography of Paul Klee, noting his studies in Munich, his association with the "Blue Riders" group, and his professorship at the Bauhaus. It includes a quote from James Thrall Soby highlighting Klee's significance as a modern artist, second only to Picasso in influence on young painters worldwide. The text emphasizes Klee's inventive use of color, shape, and line, and his contribution to modern art. The page has yellowed with age, and there are discoloration marks, especially around the edges. The book's binding is visible on the right side.

This image shows a somewhat aged text page from a book or a pamphlet describing the "PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION." The text mentions that an exhibition of fifty works by Paul Klee, including paintings and prints variously dated between 1904 to 1940—the year of his death—was shown at the "Galerie Maeght" from March 8th through April 3rd. It also states that the exhibition was organized and circulated by the Museum of Modern Art and was on loan from the Paul Klee Foundation of the artist's native city Bern, Switzerland. Additionally, it mentions that this exhibition was part of the season's offerings at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and it also traveled to San Francisco, Portland, Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, and Cincinnati.

Paul Klee is described as born near Bern in 1879, with a German father and a French mother, both musicians. He went to Munich at the age of twenty, which was closely linked with the modern school that flourished in Germany before the advent of Hitler. Klee exhibited with the "Blauer Reiter" (Blue Rider) Group in Munich, and from 1920 to 1929 was a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau. He is associated with important modernist figures like Wassily Kandinsky and Josef Albers.

The text concludes with commentary on Klee's influence and artistic approach, noting that he is second only to Picasso as a governing influence on young painters and that his works are "rich in plastic discovery as Picasso's" yet with their own transcendent values of color, shape, and line.

The page shows signs of discoloration and wear, typical of old printed material, with slightly yellowed paper and worn edges.

The image depicts an open page of an old book, possibly a catalog or an art exhibition record, featuring text about the "PAUL KLEE EXHIBITION." The page inside this book appears to be yellowed with age and shows some signs of slight deterioration, including spots and discoloration, particularly around the edges.

The content of the text provides information about an exhibition of fifty works by Paul Klee, encompassing paintings and prints in various media dating from 1904 to 1940, the year of his death. This exhibition is scheduled from March 8th through April 3rd at the Germanic Museum. It is organized by the Museum of Modern Art, which has circulated it and lent the pieces from the Paul Klee Foundation in Berne, Switzerland. Additionally, the works are part of a major retrospective exhibition being shown this season at multiple locations including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and several cities across the United States.

The text further elaborates on Paul Klee's background—his birth near Berne in 1879, his heritage, his studies in Munich, and his association with the modern school, particularly his connection with the "Blue Rider" group and teaching tenure at the Bauhaus. It highlights his influence on modern art, comparing his innovative contributions to those of Picasso.

In the introduction to the exhibition catalog, the text cites James Thrall Soby’s remarks on the significance and scale of Klee's work, noting the richness in values of color, shape, and line which maintain a strong, allusive content.

The image shows an open book, specifically a page from a catalog or exhibition guide titled "Paul Klee Exhibition." The page contains text detailing an exhibition of fifty works by the artist Paul Klee, spanning from 1904 to 1940. The exhibition was organized by the Museum of Modern Art and was circulated by the Paul Klee Foundation of Berne, Switzerland. The works were displayed at the Germanic Museum from March 8th through April 3rd.

The text provides background information about Paul Klee, noting that he was born near Berne in 1879 to a German father and a French mother, both musicians. Klee studied painting in Munich and was closely associated with the modern art movement in Germany, particularly with the "Blue Riders" group in Munich. He later became a professor of painting at the Bauhaus in Weimar and Dessau, and in 1929, he co-founded the "Blue Four" group with Feininger, Kandinsky, and Jawlensky, which exhibited in Germany and the United States.

The page also includes a quote from James Thrall Soby, who remarks on Klee's artistic influence, comparing his work to that of Picasso. The quote highlights Klee's inventive and intuitive approach, noting that his titles contribute to both the understanding and the essence of his paintings. It emphasizes Klee's consistent innovation in color, shape, and line, which transcend traditional forms without diminishing their allure.

The book's spine and edges suggest it is a bound volume, likely part of an archive or collection, and the page appears to be part of a formal catalog or exhibition documentation. The text is printed in a clean, formal font, and the layout is structured, indicating an official or academic context.