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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1951-1952

ARCH.2013.5.5, Rendition: 791367

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The image shows an open book with an article on an art piece. The left page is blank, while the right page features a black and white image of a glazed stove tile from the Austrian School, dated to around 1500. The image is labeled as "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500."

Below the image, there is a caption and some text. The caption reads: "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500." The accompanying text discusses the development of the Baroque style in Germany during the late seventeenth and first half of the eighteenth centuries, highlighting the formal elements that link this period to the Late Gothic. The text mentions the St. Michael and a baroque Madonna as examples, emphasizing the dramatic intensity and expressive means characteristic of this transition.

At the bottom of the page, it is indicated that this is from "THE AMERICAN-GERMAN REVIEW," and the page number is 18. The text continues to another page, but it is not fully visible in the image.

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The image shows a page from a book titled "The American-German Review." The focus is on a detailed description and figure caption related to an artwork.

The figure, labeled "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500," is a black-and-white illustration of an architectural and decorative tile that resembles a religious scene. The caption below the image discusses the development of Baroque style in Germany, highlighting its links with the Late Gothic period.

The text explains:

  1. The Baroque style in Germany developed almost uninterrupted into a full-blown style during the late seventeenth and first half of the eighteenth century.
  2. Formal elements of this Baroque style in Germany are linked spiritually with the Late Gothic, as evidenced by the dramatic intensity and artistic expression seen in the St. Michael and a Baroque Madonna.
  3. It mentions a specific piece, a Madonna statue, which is carved from uncolored fruitwood and is part of a group statue originally from the sixteenth century. The Madonna is characterized by deep sorrow and dramatic gestures, including a deeply undercut drapery that causes a strong emotional impact.

The page includes a note on the Swabian work style, mentioning artists Ignaz and Placidus Verhelst of Stuttgart, known for their detailed and expressive art. The article appears to be discussing the artistic traditions and stylistic transitions in European art, particularly focusing on the interplay between Gothic and Baroque periods.

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The image is a page from a book titled "The American-German Review," specifically from the December issue. The page features a detailed description of a piece of art, along with an illustration.

The illustration is a black-and-white photograph of a glazed stove tile from the Austrian School, dated around 1500. The tile depicts a religious scene, likely of the Madonna and Child, framed within an architectural setting.

The accompanying text discusses the development of Baroque art in Germany, noting its continuity and flourishing in the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. It mentions the dramatic intensity of the style, which connects it spiritually to the Late Gothic era. The text highlights the similarity in artistic means and expression found in a Baroque Madonna, recently acquired by a museum, and a Swabian work close in style to that of the brothers Ignaz and Placidus Verhelst of Stuttgart. This Swabian work, carved from uncolored fruit wood, shows deep emotional intensity and dynamic composition. The figure, originally part of a larger group, is noted for its expressive and sorrowful depiction, with the drapery deeply undercut to enhance the emotional impact.

The page number at the bottom of the text is 18.

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The image shows a page from a book, specifically a scholarly or academic publication. The page is titled "The American-German Review," with the date "December" visible at the bottom right corner.

The main focus of the page is a black-and-white photograph of a glazed stove tile, labeled as "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500." The tile features a religious scene, likely depicting the Madonna and Child, along with an angel, framed by an architectural arch.

Below the image, there is accompanying text discussing the artistic development and stylistic influences on the tile. The text mentions that the Baroque style flourished in Germany in the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries, with formal elements that were dramatically intense, linking it to Late Gothic art. The description also references a specific "St. Michael" and a "baroque Madonna" acquired by a museum.

The text continues to elaborate on the artistic qualities of the tile, noting its similarity to works by Ignaz and Placidus Verhelst of Stuttgart, and how the statue's emotional expression and detailed drapery have aged over time, contributing to its dramatic impact. The figure of the Madonna is described as part of a group at the foot of the Cross, with her hands raised in a gesture of grief and her face contorted in sorrow. The drapery is noted to be deeply undercut, adding to the overall intensity of the artwork.

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The image shows an open page from a publication titled "The American-German Review," dated December-January, specifically from the page numbered 18.

The page contains text and a photograph of an antique glazed stove tile. Here are the details:

Text Summary:

The text discusses the development of Baroque art in southern Germany, highlighting its uninterrupted evolution and the influence of Italian artistic elements. It mentions that some stylistic elements of the Baroque era were derived from Late Gothic art, which is illustrated by similarities in motifs and expressions found in works attributed to St. Michael and other Swabian sculptures.

There is a specific mention of a Madonna sculpture that demonstrates the transition from Gothic sorrow to Baroque emotionalism.

Additionally, the text describes a Swabian wood carving by artists Ignaz and Placidus Verhelst of Stuttgart, which depicts the scene of the Crucifixion. This work is noted for its rich, deep brown patina and its emotional, dynamic depiction of the figures. The Virgin Mary is described as being portrayed in a gesture of grief and supplication, adding to the dramatic and sorrowful atmosphere of the scene.

Image Description:

The photograph on the page is labeled "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500." The tile features intricate carvings with a Gothic architectural frame. Inside the frame, there is a depiction of two figures, possibly religious in nature, with one figure holding a book and another figure that appears to be in a posture of reverence or prayer. The craftsmanship shows detailed line work and a high level of artistry characteristic of the period and region.

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The image depicts an open book with a page containing a black-and-white photograph of a glazed stove tile from the Austrian School, circa 1500. The tile features a detailed relief sculpture, likely of a religious nature, showcasing figures within an architectural setting.

The text accompanying the image discusses the development of a particular artistic style in the late Gothic period, specifically around the second half of the eighteenth century. It mentions that this style flourished in Austria and Bavaria and was influenced by the Late Gothic period. The formal elements of this style are noted to have links with the Madonna in the St. Michael Church in Munich and a baroque Madonna in the museum.

The text also describes a Swabian work, specifically the sculpture of the brothers Ignaz and Placidus Verhelst of Stuttgart, which is made of uncolored fruit wood and was originally painted brown. The statue is highly emotional and dramatic, depicting the Virgin Mary standing at the foot of the Cross with her hands raised in a gesture of grief and despair. The drapery of the statue is deeply undercut, conveying a sense of violence and intensity.

The page is from "The American German Review," and the month indicated at the bottom right corner is December.

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The image shows an open book with a photograph of a glazed stove tile on its right-hand page. This stove tile, identified as being from the Austrian School around 1500, is depicted in black and white. The tile itself features a carved, elaborate design that includes two figures standing on either side of a centered emblem within an arch-like frame. Above the figures, there is a central crest flanked by decorative elements. Below the photographed tile, printed text provides details and context regarding the piece and its artistic significance. The book is titled "The American-German Review," and the page number seen is 18.

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This image shows a page from a book with text and a reproduction of an artwork. The artwork is titled "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500." It appears to be a photograph of a glazed tile featuring a relief, possibly from a stove, depicting three figures in a Gothic architectural frame. The figures and architectural elements are rendered with deep grooves and appear to have a three-dimensional quality, characteristic of relief work.

This black-and-white photograph is set on a page with text describing various aspects of art history. To the right of the photograph, the text continues discussing artistic developments and mention of a "Swabian work close in style to that of the brothers Jörg and Pilacidus Verhulst of Stuttgart." Further descriptions involve a comparison to other works, including the statue of St. Michael, as well as a brief mention of artistic and expressive qualities observed in the tile.

The page number at the bottom left indicates that this is page 18, and there is a header to the right on the bottom that reads "THE AMERICAN-GERMAN REVIEW DECEMBER." The physical attributes of the book—such as the yellowed page edges, the typographic style, and the green book binding showing on the left—suggest that this is an older publication, possibly a historical or art journal. The page appears to be open on a gray surface, suggesting the book is being read or examined while laying down.

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The image shows an open book with a black and white illustration of a woman standing in front of a cross. The book is titled "The American-German Review" and is dated December 1938. The illustration is labeled "Fig. 5. Glazed Stove Tile, Austrian School, about 1500." The book appears to be discussing the history of art and architecture in Germany, with a focus on the Baroque style. The text on the page discusses the development of the Baroque style in Germany and its influence on other styles, such as the Late Gothic.

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The image shows a page from a book. The book is opened and is placed on a gray surface. The page is filled with text, except for a black-and-white image in the middle. The image shows a rectangular frame with intricate designs, possibly a piece of artwork. The text on the page is written in a formal font and seems to be discussing the artwork. The book's spine is visible on the left side of the image.