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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album that contains clippings related to an exhibition by Lewis Rubenstein at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, in 1955. The page includes two main items:

1. Exhibition Announcement:

   • The top part of the page has a small announcement card for an exhibition titled "Paintings - Drawings - Prints" by Lewis Rubenstein, which ran from June 13 to July 1, 1955.
   • It also mentions a special event on Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 P.M., titled "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein," described as a program of moving scroll paintings with music and voice.

2. Newspaper Clipping:

   • Below the announcement card, there is a newspaper clipping from "The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun" dated June 9, 1955.
   • The headline reads "'Time Paintings' Exhibition Here."
   • The article discusses the upcoming exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting that it will feature an unusual collection of paintings by Lewis Rubenstein, including works from as early as 1928.
   • It mentions that Rubenstein will give a public demonstration of his "Time Paintings" on June 18, which involves moving scroll paintings accompanied by music and voice.
   • The article provides details about Rubenstein's artistic background and the nature of his "Time Paintings," which are described as a continuous sequence of images that unfold to reveal a story or theme.

The page appears to be part of a collection documenting the exhibition and related events, likely preserved for historical or archival purposes.

The image depicts an announcement and a newspaper clipping related to an exhibition and an event featuring the work of artist Lewis Rubenstein at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.

Announcement Details:

• Title: Paintings – Drawings – Prints
• Artist: Lewis Rubenstein
• Dates of Exhibition: June 13 to July 1, 1955
• Special Event: "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein"
  • Date and Time: Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 P.M.
  • Description: A program of moving scroll paintings accompanied by music and voice.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

• Source: The Cambridge Chronicle, dated June 9, 1955
• Section: Happenings in Harvard Square
• Article Title: "Time Paintings' Exhibition Here"
• Content Summary:
  • The Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University is hosting an exhibition of "time paintings" by W. Lewis Rubenstein from June 13 to July 1.
  • Rubenstein's work involves painting and drawing, and he has been influenced by Asian art forms.
  • The exhibition includes a special feature on June 18 where Rubenstein will perform a "time painting" live, creating a continuous scroll painting in about 45 minutes. This performance will be synchronized with music and poetry readings.
  • The article notes that this type of painting is designed to be seen in a specific time frame, offering a unique viewing experience.
  • The event on June 18 will be held at New England Hall on the Fogg Museum's top floor and will feature a demonstration accompanied by a program of music and voice, including a performance by soprano Florence Van Hoesen Williams.

Both the announcement and the newspaper clipping emphasize the innovative nature of Rubenstein's "time paintings" and the special interactive event planned for June 18, 1955.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook or archival document related to an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The page contains two main items:

1. Exhibition Announcement:

   • The top portion of the page features a typed announcement for an exhibition by Lewis Rubenstein.
   • The exhibition is titled "Paintings - Drawings - Prints" and took place from June 13 to July 1, 1955.
   • On Saturday, June 18, at 3:00 PM, there was a special program titled "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein," which included moving scroll paintings accompanied by music and voice.

2. Newspaper Clipping:

   • Below the typed announcement is a newspaper clipping from "The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun" dated June 9, 1955.
   • The headline of the clipping reads "Happenings In Harvard Square."
   • The article is titled "'Time Paintings' Exhibition Here."
   • The article discusses the upcoming exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum featuring Lewis Rubenstein's "Time Paintings," which are described as moving scroll paintings that depict scenes from various parts of the world.
   • The exhibition was noted for its innovative approach, as the paintings were designed to be viewed sequentially and were accompanied by a program of music and voice.
   • The clipping also mentions that Rubenstein is a well-known artist and that his works have been exhibited in several countries, including England and Japan.
   • The article highlights the uniqueness of the exhibition, noting that the paintings are not static but designed to move and evolve over time, providing a continuous narrative.

Overall, the page provides detailed information about an art exhibition featuring innovative "Time Paintings" by Lewis Rubenstein, combining visual art with music and voice.

The image appears to be a page from an album or scrapbook featuring two main pieces of information related to an exhibition by the artist Lewis Rubenstein at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in 1955.

1. Top Section:

   • There is a handwritten note and a printed card.
   • The printed card is from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, detailing the exhibition titled "Paintings - Drawings - Prints" by Lewis Rubenstein.
   • The exhibition ran from June 13 to July 1, 1955.
   • An event, "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein," was scheduled for Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 PM. This program included moving scroll paintings with music and voice.

2. Bottom Section:

   • A clipping from "The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun," dated June 9, 1955, titled "Happenings In Harvard Square."
   • The article is about the "Time Paintings' Exhibition Here," detailing that the Busch-Reisinger Museum hosted an exhibition of Lewis Rubenstein's work.
   • The article describes Rubenstein's "Time Paintings," which are continuous scroll paintings that viewers can follow as they move along. It mentions the innovative aspect of these paintings, which were not meant to be viewed all at once but rather as a continuous experience.
   • The text also notes that the exhibition will include a program on June 18, which will feature the scroll paintings accompanied by music and voice.

Overall, the image captures the announcement and details of an art exhibition and a special event featuring Lewis Rubenstein's "Time Paintings" at Harvard University.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper clipping and a museum announcement from Harvard University's Busch-Reisinger Museum.

1. Museum Announcement:

   • The top part of the image contains a flyer from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.
   • It announces an exhibition titled "Lewis Rubenstein: Paintings - Drawings - Prints" scheduled from June 13 to July 1, 1955.
   • A special event is also scheduled for Saturday, June 18, at 3:00 PM. This event is titled "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein," which involves a program of moving scroll paintings accompanied by music and voice.

2. Newspaper Clipping:

   • Below the flyer is a newspaper clipping from The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun dated June 9, 1955.
   • The headline reads "Happenings In Harvard Square."
   • The article describes the exhibition of Lewis Rubenstein's "Time Paintings" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • It mentions that the exhibition includes drawings and prints from the 1930s to the present, and the artist's works are being showcased in a new way through the "Time Paintings."
   • The article highlights that these time-based paintings are intended to be viewed while walking, giving viewers a dynamic experience.
   • It notes that on June 18, there will be a public demonstration of these scroll paintings, accompanied by music, in the Harvard Square area.

The combination of the announcement and the article provides context and additional details about the exhibition and the special event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The image shows a page from what appears to be a scrapbook or album, with two main items related to an art exhibition by Lewis Rubenstein at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.

1. The top item is a formal announcement that reads:

   • "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY"
   • "LEWIS RUBENSTEIN"
   • "Paintings - Drawings - Prints"
   • "June 13 - July 1, 1955"
   • There is also a note about a special event on Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 PM titled "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein," which includes a program of moving scroll paintings with music and voice.

2. The bottom item is a newspaper clipping from "The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun," dated June 9, 1955. The headline reads, "Happenings In Harvard Square," with a subheading "Time Paintings' Exhibition Here." The article discusses the exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting that it features paintings, drawings, and prints by Lewis Rubenstein from 1933 to the present. It mentions that the exhibition includes "time paintings," which are designed to be viewed while in motion, creating a sense of change and development. The article also notes that on Saturday, June 18, at 3:00 PM, there will be a demonstration of these time paintings, accompanied by music and a recorded voice.

The items are carefully pasted onto the page, which shows some signs of aging.

The image shows a scrapbook or album page with two items affixed to it.

1. At the top, there is a typed announcement from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University about an exhibition by Lewis Rubenstein. It provides details about the exhibition of paintings, drawings, and prints from June 13 to July 1, 1955. It also mentions a specific event on Saturday, June 18, at 3:00 P.M. titled "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein," which is described as a program of moving scroll paintings with music and voice.

2. Below the announcement, there is a newspaper clipping dated June 9, 1955, titled "Happenings In Harvard Square" from The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun. The article discusses the "Time Paintings" exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which will display works by Lewis Rubenstein ranging from about 1935 to the present. It describes Rubenstein's work as involving moving scroll paintings and notes his distinctive skill as a draftsman. The article mentions the exhibition dates, highlights Rubenstein's reputation from other exhibitions, and previews a public demonstration on June 18 involving music and voice to accompany the paintings.

The items are neatly arranged on a blank page with green binding visible on the right side, suggesting it is part of a larger collection or book.

This is an image of an open page from a scrapbook or collection of memorabilia related to art exhibitions. The page shows various pieces of paper with printed and handwritten text, which have been pasted onto it. The top section is a label with typewritten text that reads:

BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY
LEWIS RUBENSTEIN
Paintings - Drawings - Prints
June 13 - July 1, 1955

Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 P.M.
"Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein"
A Program of Moving Scroll Paintings
with Music and Voice

Below the label, there is a newspaper clipping with a date handwritten at the top, "June 9, 1955," and the newspaper's name "THE CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE-SUN." The article is titled "Happenings In Harvard Square" and details "Time Paintings' Exhibition Here" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. It discusses Lewis Rubenstein's exhibition and describes his "Time Paintings," a unique exhibition concept of moving scroll paintings accompanied by music and voice.

The visual elements in the image suggest a historical context and give a sense of the archival process of documenting art exhibitions and related events. The items are presumably part of a personal or institutional collection, providing insights into past cultural activities and the preservation of such historical records.

The image shows two pages from a book or catalog, likely related to an art exhibition or archive. Here is a detailed description:

Top Page:

• Header: The top section features a printed label or card with the following details:
  • Institution: "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY"
  • Artist: "LEWIS RUBENSTEIN"
  • Exhibition Title: "Paintings – Drawings – Prints"
  • Dates: "June 13 – July 1, 1955"
  • Event Details:
    • Date and Time: "Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 P.M."
    • Title of Presentation: "Time Painting by Lewis Rubenstein"
    • Description: "A Program of Moving Scroll Paintings with Music and Voice"

Bottom Page:

• Handwritten Note: At the top of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads:
  "June 9, 1955"
  This suggests a date related to the exhibition or an event.

• Clipping from "The Cambridge Chronicle-Sun":

  • The clipping is titled "Happenings In Harvard Square" and includes a subheading: "Time Paintings' Exhibition Here".
  • The article provides details about an exhibition of Lewis Rubenstein's work at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University. Key points include:
    • Exhibition Dates: June 13 to July 1, 1955.
    • Exhibition Content: Features paintings, drawings, and prints by Rubenstein, dating from 1935 to the present.
    • Description of Rubenstein's Work: The article highlights Rubenstein's artistic skill, particularly in color and line, and mentions that his works are "pure and vital" and "nowhere lost in position." It also notes that Rubenstein's paintings are not "contemporary" in the sense of being influenced by modern trends but are instead "pure landscape" and "narrative" in nature.
    • Special Event: The article mentions a Saturday event on June 18 at 3:00 P.M., where Rubenstein will demonstrate the "Time Paintings" accompanied by a program of music and voice.
    • Location: The exhibition is held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and Rubenstein will lead a public talk at the Fogg Art Museum.

General Observations:

• The pages appear to be part of an archival or exhibition catalog, combining printed information with a handwritten note and a news clipping.
• The content focuses on an art exhibition featuring the works of Lewis Rubenstein, with an emphasis on his "Time Paintings" and a special event involving music and voice.
• The layout suggests this is part of a historical record or documentation of the exhibition.

This image captures a snapshot of an art exhibition's promotional and archival materials from 1955.

The image shows an open book with a white paper and a newspaper clipping attached to it. The white paper reads "BUSCH-REISING MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and "Paintings - Drawings - Prints June 13 - July 1, 1955" with a date of "Saturday, June 18 at 3:00 P.M." and a description of the event. The newspaper clipping reads "Happenings In Harvard Square" and "Time Paintings" with a date of "June 9, 1955" and a description of the exhibition. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to the exhibition of paintings, drawings, and prints by Lewis Rubenstein at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.