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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1962-1966

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The image shows an open book or catalog from an art exhibition held at the City Art Museum in St. Louis from January 20 to March 1, 1964. The catalog includes an introduction and a list of artworks on loan from the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.

Introduction:
The introduction, written by Charles Nagel, the Director, explains that the City Art Museum is showcasing a selection from the art collection owned by Harvard University and on loan to the Fogg Art Museum. The collection includes gifts from various donors and a significant addition from the University Collection. The exhibition features 62 objects, including paintings, sculptures, and other art forms, primarily from the 19th century. The introduction highlights the diversity and quality of the collection, emphasizing the opportunity for the St. Louis community to appreciate these artworks.

Catalogue:
The catalogue lists the artworks under different sections, starting with American Art. Each entry includes the artist's name, the title of the artwork, the year it was created, the medium and dimensions, and the donor or source of the gift. For example:

  1. John Brew (1791-1745), "Mrs. William Stoughton," Oil, 30 x 25 inches, Gift of Mrs. William W. Story to Harvard College.
  2. John Singleton Copley (1738-1815), "Mrs. Charles Hedge," Oil, 30 x 25 inches, Gift of Mrs. Charlotte Hedge to Harvard College.

The catalogue also includes an image of a sculpture titled "Peter Paul Rubens: Head of a Man" by Charles A. Loeser, which is a bequest to the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the image captures a historical document from a 1964 art exhibition, providing insights into the artworks and their provenance.

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The image shows a page from a catalog for an exhibition held at the City Art Museum in St. Louis. The exhibition, titled "Harvard Club of St. Louis," took place from January 30 to March 1, 1964.

The left side of the page contains an introduction written by Charles Nagel, the Director of the City Art Museum. Nagel explains that the museum is showcasing a sampling of art collections from Harvard University and Harvard alumni. The collection includes 67 objects, with a section specifically dedicated to paintings from Harvard alumni, including works by notable artists like John Singer Sargent, Winslow Homer, and others.

The right side of the page lists the catalogue entries for the artworks under the category "American Art." Each entry includes the artist's name, the title of the artwork, the medium, dimensions, and the catalog number. The entries are as follows:

  1. John Singer Sargent: "Pair of Candlesticks" (Silver, 7 inches high)
  2. John Singer Sargent: "Candle Cap" (Silver, 5 inches high)
  3. John Singer Sargent: "Mannequin Before James H. 24½" x 29½ inches
  4. Winslow Homer: "Pitching Horseshoes" (Oil, 20½" x 53½" inches)
  5. Charles A. Looser: "Dunmore, Connecticut" (Oil, 9 x 11½ inches)
  6. Charles A. Looser: "Caddie" (Acrylic resin, 91½" x 60 inches)
  7. Amy Pittlow: "Portrait of Mrs. Harriet L. Lewis" (Oil, 56" x 27 inches)

The introduction notes that the exhibition also includes drawings, sculptures, and textiles. The exhibition opens on January 29 with a talk by the museum's director, Mr. John Goulding, and the opening reception is shared with the Friends of the Museum and the Harvard Club of St. Louis.

Additionally, a small image of "Head of Nero" by Peter Paul Rubens is included, with a note indicating it was a gift from Charles A. Looser.

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The image displays an open exhibition catalogue booklet. The left page contains an introduction, while the right page features a catalogue list and an image of a sculpture.

Left Page: Introduction

  • The City Art Museum in St. Louis is showcasing art from Harvard University, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, with the building funded by the generosity of the late Adolph Busch and expanded by his daughter, Edna Busch Reisinger, and her son-in-law, Carl J. Reisinger.
  • The exhibition includes 67 objects, encompassing paintings, drawings, sculptures, and textiles, with some pieces from Harvard alumni.
  • The exhibition opens with a talk by Mr. John Coolidge on January 29, followed by a reception hosted by the Friends of the Museum and the Harvard Club of St. Louis.
  • The introduction is signed by Charles Nagel, Director, and dated January 8, 1964.

Right Page: Catalogue

  • The catalogue lists American art pieces on display, with details including the artist, title, medium, dimensions, and the donor or source.

  • The first few entries include:

    1. John Singleton Copley's "Portrait of a Lady" (1769), silver, by an unknown donor.
    2. John Singleton Copley's "Candle, Cap" (1769), silver, donated by Miss Charlotte Hedge.
    3. John Singleton Copley's "Paul Revere" (1769-1770), silver, donated by the Estate of Harriet Niel.
    4. Winslow Homer's "The Cotton Pickers" (1876), oil on canvas, donated by the Estate of Harriet Niel.
    5. George Inness's "Delaware Water Gap" (1859), oil on canvas, by an unknown donor.
    6. Thomas Eakins' "The Cello Player" (1896), oil on canvas, donated by the Louis E. Stern Fund.
    7. Thomas Eakins' "The Concert Singer" (1890-1892), oil on canvas, donated by the Louis E. Stern Fund.
  • A black-and-white image of a sculpture, "Head of Nero," by Peter Paul Rubens, is displayed, with dimensions and the note that it is a cast.

Handwritten Note at the Top

  • The handwritten note at the top of the right page reads: "City Art Museum, St. Louis, exhibition, Jan. 30 - Mar. 1, 1964."

The booklet appears to be an official guide for an art exhibition held in 1964, detailing the showcased pieces and their origins.

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The image depicts an exhibition catalog from the City Art Museum in St. Louis, dated January 1, 1964. The exhibition showcases a selection of artworks from the Harvard University Collection.

Introduction:

The introduction, written by Charles Nagel, the Director of the City Art Museum, explains the purpose of the exhibition. The City Art Museum is presenting a sample of artworks owned by Harvard University, highlighting the generosity of the late Adolphus Busch, who left a significant bequest for the establishment of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The exhibition features 67 objects that include paintings, drawings, sculptures, and textiles gathered from Harvard alumni. The collection was initially intended for display at the Busch-Reisinger Museum but could not be shown there due to ongoing construction work. This exhibition is seen as an opportunity to showcase the wealth of Harvard's collection.

The exhibition opens with a talk by John Coolidge, Director of the Fogg Museum, on January 22, followed by a reception.

Catalogue:

The catalog lists various American artworks included in the exhibition, each with a brief description and their dimensions. Here are some of the items listed:

  1. John Rogers - "Bust" (1869-1945): Plaster, 7 inches high, Gift of Reverend William W. Newton to Harvard College.
  2. Anonymous Artist - "Pair of Candlesticks": Silver, 7 inches high, Gift of Reverend William W. Newton.
  3. John Singleton Copley - "Portrait of Mrs. John Winthrop (1721-1774)": Oil on canvas, 56 x 45 7/8 inches, Gift of Mrs. Charles Francis Adams.
  4. John Singleton Copley - "Cradle Cap": Silver, 5 inches high, Gift of Miss Charlotte Hodges to Harvard College.
  5. John Singleton Copley - "Moses Williams": Engraving, 2 1/2 x 2 3/16 inches.
  6. Washington Allston - "Moonlight Bejeweled James II" (1819): Oil, 23 1/8 x 29 1/2 inches.
  7. Washington Allston - "Witches' Scene": Oil on canvas, Gift of Mrs. and Mrs. Frederic H. Curtis.
  8. Washington Allston - "Puck or a Sprite": Oil, 20 3/8 x 13 3/16 inches.
  9. E. C. Cabot - "Drawing": Pencil and watercolor, 9 x 11 3/8 inches, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Frederic H. Curtis.
  10. Alvan Fisher - "Durham, Connecticut": Oil, 9 x 11 3/8 inches, Alvan Burt Request.
  11. Martin Johnson Heade - "Coho Brier (1901)": Acrylic resin, 9 1/8 x 60 inches.
  12. Louise E. Bettens - "Autumn": Oil, 56 1/2 x 27 inches, Louise E. Bettens Fund Purchase.
  13. Portrait of Harriet Lowensohn: Oil, 26 3/4 x 27 inches.

Additionally, the catalog includes an image of a bust sculpture identified as a "Head of Noah" by Pierre Paul Rubens, part of the Charles A. Loeser Bequest.

Overall, the catalog provides a comprehensive overview of the artworks, their origins, and their significance in the context of the exhibition.

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The image shows an open book, specifically an exhibition catalogue from the City Art Museum in St. Louis. The exhibition is dated January 30, 1964, to March 1, 1964, and features artworks from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The left page contains an introduction written by Charles Nagel, the Director. It details the museum's privilege to showcase a sampling of art collections owned by Harvard University and housed in the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes a variety of works such as paintings, drawings, sculptures, and textiles, with a particular focus on the work of the late Adolph Busch. The introduction also mentions the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Frederic H. Clements, who contributed to the museum's holdings. It highlights that the Harvard collection includes many early Italian paintings and mentions the delicate nature of these works, which necessitates careful handling.

The right page is a catalogue listing of artworks. The first entry listed is "American Art" and includes:

  1. A pair of candlesticks by John Burt (1693-1745) made of silver, measuring 7 inches high.
  2. A silver cup by the same artist, also 7 inches high.
  3. A portrait of Reverend William W. Seward by John Singleton Copley, gifted to Harvard College.
  4. A portrait of Miss Charlotte Hedge by the same artist.
  5. A painting titled "Mountain Before James H. - Oil, 24 3/4 x 29 1/2 inches" by Copley Amy, Jr.
  6. A painting titled "Pitching Horseshoes 1865 - Oil, 20 3/4 x 53 1/2 inches" by Winslow Homer.
  7. A portrait of Mrs. Frederic H. Clements by George Fuller, measuring 30 1/2 x 25 1/2 inches.
  8. A painting titled "Dunkirk, Connecticut - Oil, 9 x 13 1/2 inches" by Albert Bierstadt.
  9. A portrait of Louis E. Bettens Fund Purchase by a different artist.
  10. A portrait of Harriet Niel by Amy Lowell, measuring 56 1/2 x 27 inches, a gift from the Estate of Harriet Niel.

Additionally, there is a small black-and-white photograph of a bust labeled "Peter Paul Rubens: Head of Nero" with a note that it is a loan from Charles A. Loeser.

The catalogue notes that all dimensions, heights, and widths precede the titles.

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The image shows an open book with the title page and a catalogue from an exhibition held at the City Art Museum in St. Louis from January 30 to March 1, 1964.

The left page is titled "INTRODUCTION" and contains a letter dated January 8, 1964, from Charles Nagle, the Director of the museum. The letter provides an overview of the exhibition, which includes artworks from the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University collections. It highlights the diversity of the works, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, and textiles from various periods and traditions, with a notable emphasis on American art. Nagle mentions that the exhibition is limited in scope and that the Harvard holdings include many early Italian paintings. He also notes the museum's appreciation for the loan of these objects and the support from the Friends of the Museum and the Harvard Club of St. Louis.

The right page is titled "CATALOGUE" and lists various artworks on loan from the Fogg Art Museum. The catalogue includes details such as the artist's name, title, medium, dimensions, and accession numbers for each piece. It also features a black-and-white image of "Head of Nero" by Peter Paul Rubens.

The exhibition appears to have been a collaborative effort between the City Art Museum, St. Louis, and Harvard University, showcasing a diverse collection of American artworks.

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The image displays an open catalog or exhibition booklet page. The left side of the page begins with the title "INTRODUCTION" in bold letters, followed by text that provides background information presumably about an exhibition, mentioning the involvement of a museum. The text continues and is followed by another titled section at the bottom, "CATALOGUE," which seems to indicate a transition to a list or description of items.

The right page of the booklet appears to continue the "CATALOGUE" section, listing various works of art alongside their details like artist names, titles, sizes, and presence in the museum collection, although the specific details can't be discerned at this resolution. Each catalogue entry is numbered and some include additional descriptive text. In the middle of this right page, there is a high-contrast image of a classical sculpture or bust.

At the top of the pages, handwritten notes give indications of location and dates, referencing a museum and dates in January to March.

The booklet itself appears to be well-preserved, with some signs of wear visible such as slightly uneven page edges. It is resting on a surface, and all of this is captured within a well-lit environment.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible, placed on top of a larger book or album. The pages appear to be part of an art exhibition catalogue from the City Art Museum in St. Louis, dated around the early 1960s.

The left page is titled "INTRODUCTION" and provides an overview of the City Art Museum’s exhibition. It mentions the collection is from Harvard University and housed in the Fogg Art Museum and lists the museum's notable donors. It also references the types of art pieces included in the exhibition, such as paintings, drawings, sculptures, and textiles, focusing on American paintings both from Italy and the eastern United States. Additionally, it informs about an exhibition event with talks scheduled on January 29 by the Director of the Fogg Museum and others from Harvard. The text is signed at the bottom by Charles Nagel, Director, with the date January 8, 1964.

The right page is titled "CATALOGUE" and lists seven pieces of American art included in the exhibition, detailing the artist names, titles, mediums, dimensions, dates, and acquisition information. There is a black and white sketch or print of a sculptural bust on the bottom right side of this page, identified as "Head of Nero" by Peter Paul Rubens, which is part of the Charles A. Loeser Bequest.

At the top of the larger book page, there is a handwritten note in blue ink that reads: "City Art Museum, St. Louis, Exhibition, Jan. 30 – Mar. 1, 1964." The overall setting suggests archival documentation of a specific past art exhibition.

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The image shows an open book or catalog titled "Catalogue", which appears to be part of an exhibition or collection documentation. The book is open to two pages: the left page is labeled "INTRODUCTION", and the right page is labeled "CATALOGUE".

Left Page: Introduction

  • Title: "INTRODUCTION"
  • Content:
    • The introduction discusses the City Art Museum's exhibition, which features a selection of artworks from the Fogg Art Museum collections owned by Harvard University and housed in the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Art.
    • It highlights the museum's role in showcasing works of art, including paintings, sculptures, textiles, and other objects.
    • The text mentions that the exhibition includes works from the University Collection, the Harvard Club of St. Louis, and other contributors.
    • It notes logistical details, such as the exhibition's opening date (January 29, 1964) and the involvement of the Fogg Museum's director, Mr. John Coolidge, who will give an introduction.
    • The introduction also acknowledges the support of the Harvard Club of St. Louis and the City Art Museum.

Right Page: Catalogue

  • Title: "CATALOGUE"
  • Content:
    • The catalogue lists artworks with detailed descriptions, including:
      • Artist names
      • Titles of works
      • Mediums (e.g., silver, oil, acrylic resin)
      • Dimensions
      • Dates
      • Accession numbers or catalog numbers
    • Examples of entries include:
      • John Buri: "Pair of Candlesticks—Silver, 7 inches high" (Gift of William W. Sever to Harvard College)
      • Janna Cox: "Gift of Miss Charlotte Hedge" (Gift of Harvard College)
      • Joseph Coplay: "Gift of Coplay, Jr."
      • John Singleton Copley: "Mouth Before James II—Oil, 29 1/4 x 29 1/4 inches" (Gift of Mrs. and Mrs. Frederick H. Carris)
      • Winston Hoxton: "Pitching Horsehead—Oil, 30 1/2 x 33 1/4 inches" (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick H. Carris)
      • Dorothea Burke: "Allenbury Bay—Oil, 9 1/2 x 11 3/4 inches" (Gift of the Allenbury Fund Purchase)
      • George Inness: "Monnie E. Beigel—Acrylic resin, 51/2 x 60 inches" (Gift of Louise Barrier)
      • Annie Plimpton: "Portrait of Harriet Loomis—Oil, 54 1/2 x 27 inches" (Gift of the Estate of Harriet Neil)
    • At the bottom of the right page, there is an image of a sculpture titled "Peter Paul Rubens: Head of Nero", with the caption:
      "Peter Paul Rubens: Head of Nero
      Charles A. Loebner Bequest
      Cat. No. 21"

Additional Details

  • Handwritten Notes: At the top of the left page, there is handwritten text:
    "City Art Museum, St. Louis, exhibition, Jan 30 - Mar. 1, 1964".
    This indicates the exhibition dates and location.
  • Binding: The book appears to be a softbound or unbound catalog, likely part of an exhibition or archival collection.
  • Layout: The pages are clean and well-organized, with clear headings and structured entries in the catalogue section.

Overall Impression

The image depicts a formal exhibition catalog or documentation, likely used for an art exhibition at the City Art Museum in St. Louis. It provides detailed information about the artworks on display, their creators, materials, dimensions, and provenance, along with an introductory text explaining the exhibition's context and purpose. The inclusion of handwritten notes suggests it may have been used or annotated by someone involved in the exhibition.

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The image shows a book open to a page with the title "CATALOGUE" at the top. The text is in blue and black ink. The book appears to be an exhibition catalogue from the City Art Museum in St. Louis, dated January 30 to March 1, 1964. The catalogue includes an introduction and a list of artworks with their descriptions and dimensions. The artworks are primarily American, with some European pieces. The catalogue also includes a portrait of Peter Paul Rubens by Charles Le Loeser.