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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1960-1962

ARCH.2013.5.9, Rendition: 797129

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The image shows an open book displaying a page titled "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT." The text on the page is as follows:


To see the world during the past thirty years as endowed with order, poetry, and comprehensibility is a great rarity in these times of pessimism and nihilism. And to observe a sensitive painter from his beginning to his maturity—constantly experimenting, changing, growing—is a rewarding experience indeed. The Busch-Reisinger Museum wishes to express its gratitude to Lux Feininger for giving us this opportunity, and for his advice and help in organizing the exhibition.

Sincere thanks are extended to the following individuals and institutions that have kindly allowed us to borrow their paintings: Mrs. Richard Bowditch, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks, Jr., Mrs. Julia Feininger, Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger, The Fogg Art Museum, Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein, The Museum of Modern Art, New York, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder, Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr, Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney.

C. L. K.


The page appears to be part of an exhibition catalog or a similar publication, acknowledging the contributions of various individuals and institutions to an art exhibition. The text expresses gratitude for the opportunity to showcase the work of a painter named Lux Feininger and thanks those who lent their paintings for the exhibition. The page is neatly typed and centered within the book.

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The image displays a page from a book, specifically an "Acknowledgement" section. The text is written in a formal, typed style.

The acknowledgment expresses gratitude for the opportunity to view the world through the lens of art, particularly focusing on the evolution of a sensitive painter over thirty years amidst a backdrop of pessimism and nihilism. It highlights the rewarding experience of observing the growth and change of the artist from beginning to maturity.

The Busche-Reisinger Museum expresses its appreciation to Lux Feininger for this opportunity and for his advice and assistance in organizing the exhibition.

The acknowledgment also lists numerous individuals and institutions who have graciously allowed the museum to borrow their paintings. These include:

  • Mrs. Richard Bowditch, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks, Jr.
  • Mrs. Julia Feininger, Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger
  • The Fogg Art Museum
  • Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein
  • The Museum of Modern Art, New York
  • Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder
  • Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr
  • Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney

The signature at the bottom of the page is "C. L. K."

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The image shows a page titled 'ACKNOWLEDGEMENT' from a book or a program. The text expresses gratitude for the opportunity to observe the evolution of a sensitive painter over the past thirty years, noting that this is a rare and rewarding experience during times of pessimism and nihilism. The Busch-Reisinger Museum extends special thanks to Lux Feininger for his contributions and assistance in organizing the exhibition.

The acknowledgment also extends sincere thanks to various individuals and institutions for allowing the use of their paintings. These include:

  • Mrs. Richard Bowditch
  • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks, Jr.
  • Mrs. Julia Feininger
  • Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger
  • The Fogg Art Museum
  • Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein
  • The Museum of Modern Art, New York
  • Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder
  • Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr
  • Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney

The acknowledgment is signed with the initials 'C. L. K.'

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The image displays a page from a publication, specifically an acknowledgment section. Here's a detailed summary:

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The text begins by stating that witnessing the world with a sense of order, poetry, and comprehensibility over the past thirty years is rare, especially in times characterized by pessimism and nihilism. It further mentions that observing a sensitive painter's journey from the beginning to maturity—constantly evolving, experimenting, and growing—is a rewarding experience.

The Busch-Reisinger Museum expresses its gratitude to Lux Feininger for providing this opportunity and for his assistance and advice in organizing the exhibition.

The acknowledgment continues by extending sincere thanks to various individuals and institutions that have generously allowed their paintings to be borrowed for the exhibition. The names mentioned include:

  • Mrs. Richard Bowditch
  • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks, Jr.
  • Mrs. Julia Feininger
  • Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger
  • The Fogg Art Museum
  • Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein
  • The Museum of Modern Art, New York
  • Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder
  • Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr
  • Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney

The acknowledgment is signed off by the initials "C. L. K." at the bottom right of the text.

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The image is a page from a book or catalog, titled "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT." The text on the page reads as follows:

"To see the world during the past thirty years as endowed with order, poetry, and comprehensibility is a great rarity in these times of pessimism and nihilism. And to observe a sensitive painter from his beginning to his maturity—constantly experimenting, changing, growing—is a rewarding experience indeed. The Busch-Reisinger Museum wishes to express its gratitude to Lux Feininger for giving us this opportunity, and for his advice and help in organizing the exhibition.

Sincere thanks are extended to the following individuals and institutions that have kindly allowed us to borrow their paintings: Mrs. Richard Bowditch, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks, Jr., Mrs. Julia Feininger, Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger, The Fogg Art Museum, Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein, The Museum of Modern Art, New York, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder, Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr, Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney.

C. L. K."

This page is acknowledging contributions from various individuals and institutions for their support in organizing an exhibition, specifically thanking Lux Feininger and listing those who loaned artworks.

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The image shows an acknowledgment page from a book or catalog. The text begins with a statement reflecting on the rarity of viewing the world with order and poetry amidst contemporary pessimism and nihilism. It specifically praises the experience of observing a sensitive painter's work from their early beginnings to maturity, highlighting the painter's constant experimentation and growth.

The Busch-Reisinger Museum expresses gratitude to Lux Feininger for providing the opportunity to exhibit his work and for his advice and assistance in organizing the exhibition.

The acknowledgment also extends thanks to several individuals and institutions for lending their paintings for the exhibition. These include:

  • Mrs. Richard Bowditch
  • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks Jr.
  • Mrs. Julia Feininger
  • Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger
  • The Fogg Art Museum
  • Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein
  • The Museum of Modern Art, New York
  • Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder
  • Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr
  • Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney

The page is signed by "C. L. K." at the bottom.

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The image shows an open book with a single page of typed text titled "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT." The text expresses gratitude and reflects on the rarity and value of seeing the world with order, poetry, and comprehensibility during times of pessimism and nihilism. It appreciates the opportunity to observe a sensitive painter's growth and thanks the Busch-Reisinger Museum for organizing an exhibition. Additionally, it extends sincere thanks to various individuals and institutions for lending paintings for the exhibition. The text ends with the initials "C. L. K."

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The image shows an open book with a page containing text under the heading "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT." It appears to be an acknowledgment section of a publication, expressing gratitude to various individuals and institutions for their contributions or support, likely in relation to an exhibition or a similar event. The text recognizes the rarity of observing order, poetry, and comprehensibility in the world, particularly in a time characterized by pessimism and nihilism. It mentions the rewarding experience of observing a sensitive painter from the beginning of his maturity, who is constantly experimenting and growing.

The text thanks the Busch-Reisinger Museum and expresses gratitude to Lux Feininger for the opportunity and help in organizing the exhibition. It then goes on to thank specific individuals and institutions, mentioning their names and, in some cases, their spouse's names too, as well as the institutions that have allowed the borrowing of paintings.

The writing style is formal and appreciative, common to preface sections of books or catalogs associated with art exhibitions or critical works. The institutions mentioned include The Fogg Art Museum and The Museum of Modern Art in New York. The names of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder, Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr, and Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney are also listed. The acknowledgment concludes with the initials "C. L. K." at the bottom right, presumably the author of the text or the person responsible for compiling the acknowledgments.

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The image shows an open book displaying a page titled "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT". The page contains formal text expressing gratitude and appreciation. The content is structured as follows:

  1. Opening Statement: The text begins by reflecting on the rarity of observing the world with order, poetry, and comprehensibility over the past thirty years, particularly in a time marked by pessimism and nihilism. It highlights the value of witnessing the evolution of a sensitive painter from their early beginnings to maturity, emphasizing the rewarding nature of such an experience.

  2. Gratitude to Lux Feininger: The text expresses gratitude to Lux Feininger for providing the opportunity to observe his artistic journey and for his advice and assistance in organizing an exhibition. This indicates that the book or publication is likely an exhibition catalog or a similar document related to Feininger's work.

  3. Acknowledgments: The text then extends sincere thanks to a list of individuals and institutions that have contributed to the project by lending their paintings. The names and titles mentioned include:

    • Mrs. Richard Bowditch
    • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Brooks, Jr.
    • Mrs. Julia Feininger
    • Mr. and Mrs. T. Lux Feininger
    • The Fogg Art Museum
    • Mr. and Mrs. George G. Kirstein
    • The Museum of Modern Art, New York
    • Mr. and Mrs. Eric Schroeder
    • Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Starr
    • Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney
  4. Closing Signature: The text concludes with the initials "C. L. K.", likely representing the author or editor of the acknowledgment.

The page is clean and well-formatted, with centered text and a simple, professional layout typical of formal acknowledgments in books or exhibition catalogs. The overall tone is appreciative and respectful, underscoring the collaborative nature of the project.

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The image shows an open book with the title "Acknowledgment" on the page. The text on the page appears to be a formal acknowledgment of contributions and support received for an exhibition. The text reads, "To see the world during the past thirty years as endowed with order, poetry, and comprehensibility is a great rarity in these times of pessimism and nihilism. And to observe a sensitive painter from his beginning to his maturity--constantly experimenting, changing, growing--is a rewarding experience indeed. The Busch-Reisinger Museum wishes to express its gratitude to Lux Feininger for giving us this opportunity, and for his advice and help in organizing the exhibition." The page also lists the names of individuals and institutions that have contributed to the exhibition by allowing the museum to borrow their paintings.