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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1962-1966

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The image shows an open book or catalog related to an art exhibition titled "Eight Young German Painters," which was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University from April 18, 1966, to May 14, 1966. The exhibition featured the works of eight young German artists: Antes, Bembe, Bohrmann, Croissant, Dahmen, Hoehme, Michel, and Reuter.

The pages visible in the image provide detailed information about two of the artists, Michel and Heimrad Prem.

Michel:

  • Born in Stettin in 1924.
  • Studied at the Meisterschule des Deutschen Buchgewerbes in Leipzig and the Kunsthochschule Hamburg.
  • Worked as a book designer and teacher.
  • Traveled extensively, including trips to Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor.
  • Had numerous one-man shows and participated in group exhibitions in various cities, including Paris, Hamburg, Munich, and New York.
  • Notable works include:
    • "Das Rosenboot," collage, 1959, 34 x 42 cm
    • "Hommage à Ezra Pound," collage, 1960, 31 x 41 cm
    • "Spontinaccosi," collage, 1962, 33 x 41 cm
    • "Little Stephen Mine," collage, 1962, 33 x 41 cm
    • "L'Orage," collage, 1963, 80 x 68 cm
    • "King Edward's Dream," collage, 1965, 39 x 34 cm

Heimrad Prem:

  • Born on May 27, 1934, in Roding, Oberpfalz.
  • Studied at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Munich.
  • Worked as a freelance artist and participated in numerous exhibitions.
  • Notable works include:
    • "Der Tropfen," oil on canvas, 1959, 38 x 42 cm
    • "Ohne Titel," oil on canvas, 1960, 33 x 38 cm
    • "Der Ankai," oil on canvas, 1960, 65 x 105 cm
    • "Grau ohne Zelt," oil on canvas, 1964, 65 x 105 cm
    • "Schwebende Vögel," oil on canvas, 1966, 65 x 105 cm

The catalog includes images of the artists' works alongside their biographical information and lists of their exhibitions and notable pieces.

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The image shows a page from an exhibition catalog for "Eight Young German Painters," held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, from April 18 to May 14, 1966. The page features information about two artists: Michel and Heimrad Prem.

For Michel, the text provides biographical details, noting that he was born in Stettin in 1924, studied at various institutions, and has lived in Paris since 1951. It includes a list of one-man shows and group exhibitions from 1956 to 1965, along with a black-and-white image of one of his collages titled "Das Rosenboot," created in 1959.

For Heimrad Prem, the text also provides biographical details, noting that he was born in Roding, Oberpfalz, in 1934, studied at the Akademie der bildenden Künste in Munich, and was a foundation member of Group Spur. It includes a list of one-man shows and group exhibitions from 1959 to 1966, along with a black-and-white image of his artwork titled "Der Tropfen," created in 1959.

The catalog page is well-organized, providing a clear overview of each artist's background and notable exhibitions, accompanied by images of their work.

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The image is of an exhibition poster and informational sheets for an art exhibit titled "Eight Young German Painters," which took place in 1966. The exhibition was held at two venues:

  1. Busch-Reisinger Museum (April 18, 1966)
  2. Harvard University (May 14, 1966)

The poster lists the eight German painters featured in the exhibition:

  • Antes
  • Bembe
  • Bohrmann
  • Croissant
  • Dahmen
  • Hoehme
  • Michel
  • Reuter

Below the poster are detailed biographical and professional information about two of the artists:

Michel (Karl-Heinz Michel)

  • Born in Stettin, 1924; lived from 1940-1941 apprenticed in a print shop.
  • Studied at the "Meisterschule des Deutschen Handwerks" in Stettin, 1945-51.
  • Studied at Kunsthochschule Hamburg under Professor Richard von Sichowsky.
  • Self-taught painter.
  • Travels included North Africa, Turkey, Greece, Italy, and Asia Minor. Since 1951, living in Paris.
  • Notable one-man shows: 1956 at Haut-Pavé Gallery, Paris; 1958 Hamburg Wasserburg; 1959 Württembergischer Kunstverein, Stuttgart; 1962 Galerie Springer, Berlin; 1963 Goethe Institute, Naples and Trieste.
  • Group exhibitions include Salon des Réalités Nouvelles, Paris, 1953-1959; "Junge deutsche Maler," traveling exhibition in Baden-Baden, Karlsruhe, Mannheim, and Kunsthalle, Hamburg; and "50 Ans de Collages" at Musée d'Art Decoratif, Louvre, Paris.

Heimrad Prem

  • Born May 27, 1934, in Roding, Oberpfalz.
  • Studied at Akademie der bildenden Künste, Munich, and Hochschule für bildende Künste, Berlin.
  • 1957: Foundation member of "Gruppe SPUR."
  • One-man shows: 1963 Van de Loo Gallery, Munich.
  • Group exhibitions include "Junge Stadt sieht junge Kunst," Wolfsburg; "Gruppe SPUR," Munich, 1958; "Premio Lissone," Milan; "World's Fair," Brussels; and others in Paris, Munich, Ulm, Venice, and more.

The images to the left show some of the artwork, specifically pieces by Michel and Prem, including descriptions and dimensions of selected works:

  • "Das Rosenboot," collage, 1959, 34 x 42 cm
  • "Hommage à Ezra Pound," collage, 1960, 33 x 41 cm
  • "Spoumjaccoeli," collage, 1962, 33 x 41 cm
  • "Der Anpfiff," oil on canvas, 1966, 65 x 105 cm
  • "Ohne Titel," oil on canvas, 1966, 33 x 38 cm
  • "Graubohne Zeit," oil on canvas, 1966, 65 x 105 cm

The exhibition aimed to showcase the contemporary work of these eight emerging German painters.

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The image shows an exhibition catalog for "Eight Young German Painters," held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University from April 18 to May 14, 1966.

The catalog includes information about eight artists: Antes, Bembe, Bohrmann, Croissant, Dahmen, Hoehme, Michel, and Reuter.

Two artists, Michel and Heimrad Prem, are highlighted in detail:

  1. Michel:

    • Born in Stettin, 1924.
    • Trained as a print shop apprentice from 1940 to 1941.
    • Studied at the Meisterschule des Deutschen Handwerks in Stettin from 1945 to 1946.
    • Studied at Kunsthochschule Hamburg from 1948 to 1951, focusing on book design and graphics.
    • Lived in Africa and Asia from 1951 to 1954.
    • Since 1951, has been living in Paris.
    • Notable exhibitions include:
      • One-man shows at Haut-Pavé Gallery, Paris (1956), Hamburg Wasserturm (1958), Wuppertal Museum, Turmhof (1959), and several others.
      • Group exhibitions include the Salon des Réalités Nouvelles, Paris (1952-1962), and various international exhibitions.
    • The catalog lists several works by Michel, such as "Das Rosenboot," "Hommage à Ezra Pound," "Sputnikcoeil," "Little Sulphur Mine," "Anima II," and "King Edward's Dream," with their respective years and dimensions.
  2. Heimrad Prem:

    • Born on May 27, 1934, in Roding, Oberpfalz.
    • Studied at Akademie der bildenden Künste, Munich, and Hochschule für bildende Künste, Berlin.
    • Became a founding member of Group SPUR in 1957.
    • Notable exhibitions include:
      • One-man shows at van de Loo Gallery, Rotterdam (1965), and Delta Gallery, Munich (1963).
      • Group exhibitions with SPUR in various cities, including Paris, Munich, and Venice.
    • The catalog lists several works by Prem, such as "Der Tropfen," "Ohne Titel," "Der Artikel," "Grau ohne Ziel," and "Die leere Minute," with their respective years and dimensions.

The catalog page also contains images of the artists' works, with Michel's work titled "Little Sulphur Mine" and Prem's work titled "Der Tropfen" displayed prominently.

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The image depicts a catalog or exhibition booklet from the "Eight Young German Painters" exhibition held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, from April 18 to May 14, 1966.

The booklet includes detailed information about two artists, Michel and Heimrad Prem:

  1. Michel:

    • Born in Stettin, 1924.
    • Studied printmaking apprenticeship and later at Meisterschule des Deutschen Handwerks in Stettin, and the Kunsthochschule Hamburg.
    • Known for self-taught painting, collage, and book design.
    • Worked in Africa and Asia, and has lived in Paris since 1951.
    • Notable exhibitions include one-man shows in Paris, Hamburg, and group exhibitions in Paris, Munich, and elsewhere.
    • Specific works mentioned include collages like "Das Rosenboot" (1959), "Hommage à Ezra Pound" (1960), "Spoutnijaecoil" (1962), "Little Sulphur Mine" (1962), "Anima II" (1965), and "King Edward's Dream" (1965).
  2. Heimrad Prem:

    • Born in Roding, Oberpfalz, on May 27, 1934.
    • Studied at Akademie der Bildenden Künste, Munich, and Hochschule für bildende Künste, Berlin.
    • Founded Group "Spur" in 1959.
    • Notable exhibitions include one-man shows in Munich and group exhibitions in various European cities.
    • Specific works mentioned include "Der Tropfen" (1959), "Ohne Titel" (1966), "Der Artikel" (1966), "Grau ohne Zeit" (1966), and "Die treuere Minute" (1966).

The booklet also includes illustrations of some of the artists' works, providing visual examples of their styles and techniques. The exhibition seems to have focused on presenting the works of these eight young German artists, with a particular emphasis on their unique contributions to the art world during the mid-1960s.

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The image shows a page from an exhibition catalog for "Eight Young German Painters" that took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University from April 18 to May 14, 1966.

On the right side of the page, there are details about the artist Heimrad Prem. Here are the key points:

  • Biography: Born May 27, 1934, in Roding, Oberpfalz. Studied at Akademie der bildenden Künste, Munich, and Hochschule für bildende Künste, Berlin. He was a founding member of the Group 'Spur'.

  • Works and Exhibitions:

    • Heimrad Prem had a one-man show at the van de Loo Gallery, Munich in 1963 and at Delta Gallery, Rotterdam in 1965.
    • He participated in various group exhibitions, including:
      • 1959 Group 'Spur' at Museum der Kunst, Ulm.
      • 1961 Biennale de Paris: 'Permio Marzotto' and Group 'Spur'.
      • 1962 Group 'Spur' in Denmark and Sweden.
      • 1962 'Visionen' at Galerie Gassmann, Venice.
      • 1963 International de Galeries pilotes, Lausanne.
      • 1964 Group 'Spur' at Freiburg: Documentation III, Kassel.
  • Artworks:

    • "Spur," 1959, Youth Art Prize, Baden-Baden.
    • "Granate," 1960, Kulturbund im Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie.
    • Several oil on canvas works from 1963 to 1966, including titles like "Der Tropfen," "Ohne Titel," "Der Artikel," "Grau ohne Zeit," and "Die treibende Minute," with dimensions ranging from 38 x 42 cm to 65 x 105 cm.

On the left side, there is an entry for Michel, although the specific details about Michel's work and exhibitions are not fully legible but include:

  • A brief mention of his apprenticeship in print shop and studies at the Meisterschule des Deutschen Handwerks in Stettin.
  • Studied under Richard von Schwöky.
  • Self-taught painter and worked in Africa and Asia from 1951 onwards.
  • One-man shows at various galleries in Paris, Munich, and other cities.
  • Participation in several group exhibitions, including at the Salon des Réalités Nouvelles and various collage shows.

Illustrations and small images of some of Michel's and Heimrad Prem's works accompany their descriptions.

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This image shows an open catalog or brochure, presumably for an art exhibition. On the right side, there is a cover page showcasing a large, bold number "8" enclosed in a black circle with the text "Exhibition of ANTES BEMBE BOHRMANN CROISSANT DAHMEN HOEHME MICHEL REUTER EIGHT YOUNG GERMAN PAINTERS April 18, 1966 - May 14, 1966" The names listed are likely the artists featured in the exhibition. The text indicates that this exhibition was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University.

On the left side, there are two pages from the inside of the catalog. The upper half contains information about an artist named Michel, including a brief biography and a list of works (titles and years). Below the text, there are three small reproductions of artworks with their respective titles, "Das Rosenbett," "Homage a Freud," and "See Illustriation," along with their sizes.

On the lower right side, there is information about another artist, Heimrad Prem, with a similar structure: a brief biography, a list of exhibitions, and one image of an artwork titled "Das Große Auge" or "The Big Eye". Next to this image, another artwork is partially visible, with the text referring to it as "Spur" and providing its size and a reference number.

The catalog appears to be from a historical exhibition and contains monochrome reproductions of the artworks, typical of printed catalogs from the mid-20th century. The focus of the exhibition was on a group of eight young German painters, and the catalog provides insight into their work and background.

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The image shows an open book with two pages containing text and images about two artists, Michel and Heimrad Prem.

  • The left page is dedicated to Michel, including a black-and-white image of his artwork and a detailed biography. The biography mentions that Michel was born in Stettin in 1924, apprenticed in a print shop, studied at various arts institutions, and traveled extensively. It lists several solo shows and group exhibitions he participated in. At the bottom of this page are numbered art titles and descriptions.

  • The right page features Heimrad Prem, with a color reproduction of one of his paintings above a biographical text. Heimrad Prem was born in 1934 in Roding, Oberpfalz, studied at art academies in Munich and Berlin, and was a founding member of a group in 1957. The text lists his awards, solo and group exhibitions, and important milestones.

Above the open book, taped to the page, is a flyer or invitation for an exhibition titled "Exhibition of Eight Young German Painters" held at Harvard University, Busch-Reisinger Museum, from April 18 to May 14, 1966. The flyer lists eight names of artists participating: Antes, Bembe, Bohrmann, Croissant, Dahmen, Hoehme, Michel, and Reuter. A large black circle with the number 8 is prominently displayed in the center of the flyer.

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The image shows an open book or catalog featuring details about an exhibition titled "Exhibition of Eight Young German Painters" held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and Harvard University from April 18, 1966, to May 14, 1966. The exhibition highlights the work of eight artists: Ante Bembé, Bormann, Michel, Croissant, Dahmen, Höhme, Reuter.

The open pages display information about two of the featured artists:

Michel

  • Bio: Born in Stettin, 1924. Apprenticed in a print shop. Studied at the Meisterschule des Deutschen Handwerks in Hamburg (1945–51), studied at Kunsthochschule in Stuttgart (book design class under Prof. Richard von Schickow). Self-taught painter. Small collages and colored drawings. Traveled in Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor. Lives in Paris since 1951.
  • Exhibitions: One-man shows in Paris (1956 at the Pavillon Galliery), Hamburg (1958 at Haus der Kulture), Wuppertal (1959), Ulm (1962), Munich (1963), and others. Group exhibitions in Paris, Amsterdam, and elsewhere.
  • Works Listed:
    1. "Das Rosenblatt" (collage, 1959, 34 x 42 cm)
    2. "Hommage à Ezra Pound" (collage, 1960, 33 x 41 cm)
    3. "Spoutanoceoi" (collage, 1962, 33 x 41 cm)
    4. "Little Sulphur Mine" (collage, 1962, 33 x 41 cm)
    5. "Anima II" (collage, 1965, 40 x 40 cm)
    6. "King Edward's Dream" (collage, 1965, 39 x 34 cm)

Heimrad Prem

  • Bio: Born May 27, 1934, in Röding, Oberpfalz. Studied at the Akademie der bildenden Künste, Munich, and Hochschule für bildende Künste, Berlin. Foundation member of Group 47 (1957).
  • Exhibitions: One-man shows at the Loo Gallery, Munich (1965), Salon Granet, Aix-en-Provence (1965), and others. Group exhibitions in Paris, Munich, Venice, and elsewhere.
  • Works Listed:
    1. "Der Tropfen" (oil on canvas, 1958, 38 x 42 cm)
    2. "Der Ort" (oil on canvas, 1963, 33 x 38 cm)
    3. "Ohne Titel" (oil on canvas, 1966, 65 x 105 cm)
    4. "Die Graue Zeile" (oil on canvas, 1966, 65 x 105 cm)
    5. "Zwei und Eine" (oil on canvas, 1966, 65 x 105 cm)

Visual Elements

  • Cover Page: Features a bold black circle with the number "8" in the center, representing the eight artists in the exhibition. The text is clean and minimalist, emphasizing the exhibition's title and dates.
  • Interior Pages: Each artist's section includes a small thumbnail image of one of their works, along with a brief biography and a list of selected works with dimensions and mediums.

The design is modern and typographically clean, typical of mid-20th-century exhibition catalogs, with a focus on clarity and visual hierarchy. The layout is organized, with text and images presented in a structured manner to provide viewers with essential information about the artists and their works.

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The image features an open book with a white cover, displaying a catalogue for an art exhibition. The title of the exhibition is "Eight Young German Painters," and it was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The exhibition dates are listed as April 18, 1966, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and May 14, 1966, at Harvard University. The book contains detailed information about the artists and their works, including names, birth years, and a list of exhibitions where their works were displayed. The book is open to a page that provides a biography of one of the artists, Michel, along with a list of his artworks and exhibitions. The page also includes an image of one of Michel's paintings, showcasing his artistic style.