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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1958-1960

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The image shows an open book with a yellowed, taped-in document on the right-hand page. The document is an announcement for the "Cambridge Art Association 15th Annual Spring Exhibition," which took place from March 8 to March 28, 1959. The event featured two types of exhibits:

  1. "Paintings - Sculpture" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
  2. "Drawings - Prints" at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association, located at 18 Eliot Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The left-hand page has some visible markings, including the number "2" at the top and the letters "B10 O" written vertically. The edges of the pages are visible, showing signs of age and handling.

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The image depicts a page from a book or catalog, specifically from a 15th Annual Spring Exhibition organized by the Cambridge Art Association. The document is dated March 8 to March 28, 1959.

The page features the following details:

  1. Title and Dates:

    • "CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION"
    • "15TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION"
    • Dates: March 8 - March 28, 1959
  2. Exhibition Locations:

    • Paintings and Sculptures were displayed at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.
    • Drawings and Prints were exhibited at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association, located at 18 Eliot Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The page has some visible wear, with a few creases and a small tear along the bottom edge. There are also some handwritten notes or markings on the left side of the page, including what appears to be a number (61) and the letters "BLO."

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The image shows a page from a book or catalog with a yellowed, aged appearance. The page contains information about the 15th Annual Spring Exhibition by the Cambridge Art Association.

The text on the page reads:

"CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION
15TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION
MARCH 8 - MARCH 28, 1959

PAINTINGS - SCULPTURE
at the Busch-Reisinger Museum
Harvard University

DRAWINGS - PRINTS
at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association
18 Eliot Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts"

The page is inserted into a book, which appears to have a spine with handwritten numbers "81" and "B10" on the left side. The page itself is slightly torn and creased, adding to its aged look. The book seems to be a catalog or a record of art exhibitions from that time period.

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The image shows an open book page featuring a yellowed, aged document inserted into it. The document is an exhibition announcement for the 15th Annual Spring Exhibition of the Cambridge Art Association, held from March 8 to March 28, 1959.

The announcement details the locations where the exhibition was held:

  • Paintings and Sculpture were displayed at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
  • Drawings and Prints were displayed at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association, located at 18 Eliot Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The document is slightly tattered, particularly along the right edge, indicating some wear and age. The page number "91" is handwritten in the top left corner of the book page. There is also a label "BI 0" written vertically along the left margin.

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The image shows a poster or exhibition catalog for the 15th Annual Spring Exhibition organized by the Cambridge Art Association in 1959. Here are the details:

  1. Event Name: 15th Annual Spring Exhibition
  2. Organizer: Cambridge Art Association
  3. Dates: March 8 to March 28, 1959
  4. Categories and Locations:
    • Paintings and Sculpture: Displayed at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
    • Drawings and Prints: Displayed at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association, located at 18 Eliot Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The document appears to be mounted on a wall or display board and is partially covered by a vertically placed piece of artwork or paper featuring abstract designs or sketches. This covering material has some handwritten notations and numbers on it.

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The image shows an open book or binder with a document placed inside. The document is a yellowed piece of paper, likely aged, with printed text on it. The text reads:

"CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION
15TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION
MARCH 8 - MARCH 28, 1959

PAINTINGS - SCULPTURE
at the Busch-Reisinger Museum
Harvard University

DRAWINGS - PRINTS
at the Gallery of the
Cambridge Art Association
18 Eliot Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts"

The document appears to be an announcement or invitation for an art exhibition held by the Cambridge Art Association in 1959. The exhibition featured paintings and sculptures displayed at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, and drawings and prints exhibited at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association located on Eliot Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The event took place from March 8 to March 28, 1959.

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The image shows an open book with a yellowed, slightly crumpled paper taped onto one of the pages. The paper contains typed information about an art exhibition. The text reads:

"CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION
15TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION

MARCH 8 - MARCH 28, 1959

PAINTINGS - SCULPTURE
at the
Busch-Reisinger Museum
Harvard University

DRAWINGS - PRINTS
at the Gallery of the
Cambridge Art Association
18 Eliot Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts"

The yellow paper is old and has some folds, particularly on the right edge. The book's pages around it are white and slightly aged. The book is held open on a flat surface with white clips at the top and bottom.

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The image presents an open book or catalog with its pages slightly ruffled and a transparent, orange-yellow paper insert or flyer placed unevenly on the right-hand page. The insert announces the "Cambridge Art Association 15th Annual Spring Exhibition, March 8 – March 28, 1959," and lists categories of artworks on display such as Paintings, Sculpture, and Drawings – Prints. It also mentions locations like the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University and the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The background is neutral, and the book is possibly archival or part of a research collection, evidenced by a visible library or archival tag on the top left corner of the binder.

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The image shows an open book or catalog, likely related to an art exhibition. The visible page contains a yellow insert or label that provides details about the event. The text on the insert reads:

  • CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION
  • 15TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION
  • MARCH 8 - MARCH 28, 1959

Below this, the insert lists two separate exhibition sections:

  1. PAINTINGS - SCULPTURE at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
  2. DRAWINGS - PRINTS at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association, 18 Eliot Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The book itself appears to be a catalog or program for the exhibition, with its pages slightly worn and marked. On the left side of the open book, there are handwritten notations, including the numbers "8" and "9," possibly indicating page numbers or catalog entries. The overall setting suggests an archival or historical context, likely from the mid-20th century. The book is placed on a surface with a transparent protective cover or sleeve visible at the top.

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The image shows a book open to a page with a yellow paper insert. The insert appears to be a program or announcement for an art exhibition. The text on the insert reads "CAMBRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION 15TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION MARCH 8 - MARCH 28, 1959 PAINTINGS - SCULPTURE at the Busch-Reisinger Museum Harvard University DRAWINGS - PRINTS at the Gallery of the Cambridge Art Association 18 Elliot Street Cambridge, Massachusetts." The insert is attached to the page with a small piece of tape. The book has a green cover and is placed on a gray surface.