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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1952-1955

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The image shows a page from a book or document, which appears to be a schedule for exhibitions at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The page lists the following exhibitions:

  1. March 29 – April 17: Cambridge Art Association, Tenth Annual Exhibition.
  2. April 20 – May 22: Design in Contemporary Textiles (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course).
  3. April 26 – May 20: William Zorach (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course).
  4. April 26 – May 26: Selection of Recent Acquisitions.

Additionally, there is a smaller piece of paper attached to the page with the title "Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, March 29 – April 17, 1954." This smaller piece of paper also features an illustration of an abstract design. The overall appearance of the page suggests it is part of an official document or catalog from the museum, detailing the exhibition schedule for a specific period.

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The image shows the inside pages of a booklet or program from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, specifically detailing the schedule for the Spring Exhibition in 1954.

  1. Top Section:

    • The top part of the image features a schedule titled "Spring Exhibition Schedule" from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.
    • The schedule lists several exhibitions and their dates:
      • March 29 to April 17: Tenth Annual Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association.
      • April 20 to May 25: Design in Contemporary Textiles (organized by a member of the Museum Course).
      • April 26 to May 20: William Babcock (organized by a member of the Museum Course).
      • April 26 to May 25: Selection of Recent Acquisitions.
  2. Bottom Section:

    • The lower part of the image is a printed poster or card for the "Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University".
    • The poster specifies the dates from March 29 to April 17, 1954.
    • There is an opening event on Sunday, March 28, at 2:30 PM, which is indicated at the bottom.
    • There is an illustration or graphic of what appears to be a textile design or artwork on the poster.

Overall, the image captures the event details and design elements of the exhibition brochure for the Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum during the spring of 1954.

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The image shows an open book or album with two primary items affixed to the right-hand page.

  1. Top Item: Schedule for Exhibitions at Harvard University's Busch-Reisinger Museum

    • The document lists the Spring Exhibition Schedule for the year, specifying the following events:
      • March 29 - April 17: Tenth Annual Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association.
      • April 20 - May 25: Design in Contemporary Textiles (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course).
      • April 26 - May 20: William Babcock (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course).
      • April 26 - May 25: Selection of Recent Acquisitions.
  2. Bottom Item: Announcement for the Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition

    • The flyer or card announces the Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University, taking place from March 29 to April 17, 1954.
    • The opening reception is noted as happening on Sunday, March 28, from 3 to 5 p.m.
    • A small illustration at the bottom of the card depicts an abstract or modern art piece.

The items reflect the cultural and artistic activities hosted by Harvard University's Busch-Reisinger Museum in 1954, showcasing a focus on contemporary art and design.

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The image shows a document outlining the spring exhibition schedule for the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in 1954. Specifically, it details the following exhibitions:

  1. Tenth Annual Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association (March 29 - April 17)

    • This exhibition was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from March 29 to April 17, 1954.
    • The opening reception was scheduled for Sunday, March 28, from 2 to 5 PM.
  2. Design in Contemporary Textiles (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course) (April 30 - May 28)

  3. William Habock (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course) (April 26 - May 30)

  4. Selection of Recent Acquisitions (April 26 - May 28)

The document also includes a graphic of what appears to be a stylized bird or similar figure. The text is printed on aged paper, and there is a visible binding on the left side, indicating this document might be part of a book or a pamphlet.

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The image shows a page from a book or a bound document related to exhibitions at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The page includes a schedule for the spring exhibition season in 1954.

The top part of the page contains a typed schedule titled "Spring Exhibition Schedule," listing the following exhibitions:

  1. March 29 - April 17: Tenth Annual Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association.
  2. April 20 - May 25: Design in Contemporary Textiles (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course).
  3. April 26 - May 20: William Babcock (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course).
  4. April 26 - May 25: Selection of Recent Acquisitions.

Below the typed schedule, there is a vertical poster or flyer for the "Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University," which took place from March 29 to April 17, 1954. The poster includes an illustration of what appears to be an abstract or modern art piece. The opening hours for the exhibition are noted as Sunday, March 28, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.

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The image shows an open book, likely a catalog or program, detailing the spring exhibition schedule at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The book is open to a section labeled "Spring Exhibition Schedule."

The schedule includes the following events:

  1. March 29 - April 17:

    • "Tenth Annual Exhibition" by the Cambridge Art Association
  2. April 20 - May 25:

    • "Design in Contemporary Textiles" prepared by a member of the Museum Course
  3. April 26 - May 20:

    • An exhibition of the work of "William Babcock" prepared by a member of the Museum Course
  4. April 26 - May 25:

    • "Selection of Recent Acquisitions"

Additionally, there is a poster or flyer for the "Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University," which is dated March 29 to April 17, 1954. The flyer mentions that the exhibition opened on Sunday, March 28, 1954, from 2:30 to 5:30 PM. The flyer includes an illustration of a textile or woven design.

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The image shows an open book with a green cloth binding. Inside, on one of the pages, there are two pieces of paper affixed.

The upper piece of paper is a typed schedule from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, listing the Spring Exhibition Schedule:

  • March 29 - April 17: Cambridge Art Association, Tenth Annual Exhibition
  • April 20 - May 25: Design in Contemporary Textiles (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course)
  • April 26 - May 20: William Babcock (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course)
  • April 26 - May 25: Selection of Recent Acquisitions

The lower piece of paper is a vertically oriented flyer or ticket for the "Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University," dated March 29 - April 17, 1954. The flyer also notes the opening date as Sunday, March 28 at 2:45 pm, and features a stylized graphic that appears to be a bird or an abstract design.

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This image appears to be a photograph of a printed page from a book or a catalog. The open page features text that reads:


Busch-Reisinger Museum - Harvard University

Spring Exhibition Schedule

March 29 - April 17
Cambridge Art Association, Tenth Annual Exhibition

April 20 - May 25
Design in Contemporary Textiles (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course)

April 25 - May 20
William Baboolal (Prepared by a member of the Museum Course)

April 26 - May 25
Selection of Recent Acquisitions


Below this schedule, there is what looks to be a clipping or ticket with the following text:


Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition
für die
CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION
at the BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM
March 29 - April 17, 1954

OPENING: SUNDAY, MARCH 28, 2-5 P.M.

There's also a small image or emblem at the bottom right of the clipped text. The motif seems to be a stylized illustration of some sort that possibly represents elements of art or Modernist design. The edges of the book are visible, and we can see that the spine of the book is green. The rest of the open pages are blank except for the printed material. It's clear that the page has aged, indicated by the slight yellowing. The clipping/ticket is pasted at an angle on the page.

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The image shows an open book or catalog, likely from an art museum or academic institution. The visible page contains typed text detailing exhibition schedules for the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The text outlines several events scheduled for the spring of 1954, including:

  1. March 29 – April 17: The Tenth Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association.
  2. April 20 – May 25: An exhibition titled "Design in Contemporary Textiles," prepared by a member of the Museum Course.
  3. April 26 – May 20: An exhibition curated by William Babcock, also prepared by a member of the Museum Course.
  4. April 26 – May 25: A selection of recent acquisitions.

At the bottom of the page, there is a small illustration of a stylized bird, possibly a logo or emblem associated with the museum or institution. The page also includes a header indicating the museum's name ("Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University") and the title of the document ("Spring Exhibition Schedule"). The overall design is clean and formal, typical of institutional catalogs or exhibition guides from the mid-20th century. The book's spine and edges suggest it is part of a bound collection or archive.

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The image is of an open book with the title "Spring Exhibition Schedule" on the left side. The book has a green cover with the text "AR" on it. The book is filled with information about the exhibition schedule, including the dates, times, and descriptions of the exhibitions. The exhibition schedule includes the Tenth Annual Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association, Contemporary Textiles, and Selection of Recent Acquisitions. The book also includes a white card with a drawing of a bird and the text "March 29-April 17, 1954".