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The image shows pages from a document related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, detailing the distribution of original works of art by country of origin and listing acquisitions of works or art from 1965-1966. The document is divided into two main sections:

1. Table III — Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin:

   • This table provides a numerical distribution of artworks from different regions as of June 30, 1965, and June 30, 1966. The regions listed are Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), Low Countries, Scandinavia, and Others (America, France, Russia). The totals for each region are provided for both years.

2. Acquisitions of Works of Art, 1965-1966:

   • Decorative Art: This section lists various decorative art items acquired during 1965-1966, including ceramics, furniture, and metalwork. Each item is described with details such as the country of origin, century, specific description, and the donor or purchaser.
   • Paintings: This section lists paintings acquired during the same period, providing details such as the artist, title, century, medium, and the donor or purchaser. Notable artists and works include those by Paul J. Sachs, Carl Hofer, and Fritz Winter, among others.

The document appears to be a detailed record of the museum's acquisitions, highlighting the contributions of various donors and the specifics of each artwork or decorative item added to the collection.

The image displays a page from a catalog or a report from the Busch-Reisinger Museum detailing the distribution and acquisitions of original works of art by country of origin for the period between June 30, 1960, and June 30, 1966.

Table III: Distribution by Country of Origin

The table summarizes the number and percentage of works of art by country of origin for the two periods:

• June 30, 1960:

  • Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland): 1,021 pieces (86%)
  • Low Countries: 26 pieces (2%)
  • Scandinavia: 112 pieces (9.5%)
  • Others (America, France, Italy, Russia): 29 pieces (2.5%)

• June 30, 1966:

  • Central Europe: 910 pieces (82%)
  • Low Countries: 5 pieces (0.5%)
  • Scandinavia: 101 pieces (9%)
  • Others: 44 pieces (4%)

Acquisitions of Works of Art (1965-1966)

The acquisitions section lists the decorative art, furniture, and metalwork acquired during the specified period:

Decorative Art

• Ceramics:

  • Pair of Tureens by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pfeiffer (German, XVIII Century)
  • Personification of Winter by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pfeiffer (German, XVIII Century)
  • Personification of Autumn by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pfeiffer (German, XVIII Century)
  • Aeolus by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pfeiffer (German, XVIII Century)

• Furniture:

  • Desk and Storage Cabinets by Otto Hoffmann (Germany, painted wood and metal)
  • Pair of Cantilever Chairs by Dr. Alfred S. Lane (Germany, 1955)
  • Arm Chair by Mart Stam (Netherlands, 1925)
  • Arm Chair by Mart Stam (Netherlands, c. 1925)

• Metalwork:

  • Bowl with a Griffin by Hervey E. Wetzel (German, XV Century)
  • Bowl with Saint George and the Dragon by Mrs. George S. Seligman (German, XV Century)
  • Bowl by Hervey E. Wetzel (German, XVI Century)

Paintings

• Flemish or German:

  • Christ on the Mount of Olives (c. 1490) by Paul J. Sachs
  • Triptych of the Holy Family with Saint Catherine and Saint Barbara by Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Stone (c. 1530)

• Other Notable Paintings:

  • Composition by Werner Drewes (c. 1940)
  • Composition by T. Lur Feininger (1965)
  • Portraits and various other works by notable artists including Ruedel Frueauf, Jan Gossart, Adrian Isenbrande, Gustav Klimt, Heinrich Schuman, Theodor Werner, and Fritz Winter.

Each acquisition is noted with the artist, country of origin, date, medium, and sometimes the method of acquisition (gift, purchase, etc.). The page highlights the museum's growing collection and the diversity of its holdings.

The image displays two pages from a publication of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, focusing on acquisitions and distribution of original works of art by country of origin from June 30, 1960, to June 30, 1966.

Left Page:

• Table III: Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin:

  • The table lists the number and percentage of works from different regions, comparing data from June 30, 1960, to June 30, 1966.
    • Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland): 1,021 works (86%) in 1960; 910 works (82%) in 1966.
    • Low Countries: 26 works (2%) in 1960; 54 works (5%) in 1966.
    • Scandinavia: 12 works (1%) in 1960; 10 works (1%) in 1966.
    • Others (America, France, Italy, Russia): 112 works (9%) in 1960; 136 works (12%) in 1966.
    • Totals: 1,188 works in 1960; 1,109 works in 1966.

• Decorative Art Acquisitions (1965-1966):

  • Ceramics:
    • Dutch, XVIII Century: Pair of Tureens, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Plaut.
    • German, XVIII Century: Personifications of Winter and Spring, gifts from various donors.
  • Furniture:
    • Otto Hoffmann: Desk and Storage Cabinets, gift of Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.
    • Mart Stam: Pair of Cantilever Chairs, gift of Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.
  • Metalwork:
    • German, XV Century: Bowl with a Griffin, gift of Hervey E. Wetzel.
    • German, XVI Century: Bowl with Saint George and the Dragon, gift of Mrs. George S. Swifield.
    • German, XVI Century: Bowl with Saint Christopher, gift of Hervey E. Wetzel.
    • German, XVI Century: Plate with the Resurrection of Christ, gift of Lucy H. Wallace.

Right Page:

• Decorative Art Acquisitions (continued):
  • Paintings:
    • Flemish or German, XV Century: Christ on the Mount of Olives, gift of Paul J. Sachs.
    • Flemish, XVI Century: Triptych of the Holy Family, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Stone, Jr.
    • German, XVII Century: Portrait of a Man, gift of Arthur E. Sachs.
    • Marianne von Werefkin: Three Compositions, purchase.
    • Werner Drewes: Composition, gift.
    • Karl Zerbe: Composition, purchase.
    • Ruedi Baer: Vase, purchase.
    • Jan Mossak: Portrait of a Man, gift.
    • Adolf Rohl: Portrait of a Woman, gift.
    • Karl Schrag: Two Figures, gift.
    • Adolf Rohl: Portrait of a Woman, gift.
    • Max Beckmann: The King, gift.
    • Fritz Winter: Composition in Blue, purchase.

The acquisitions include various gifts, purchases, and bequests, highlighting the museum's growth in its collection over the specified period.

The image shows a detailed inventory and acquisition report from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, specifically from a document titled "Table III - Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin" and lists acquisitions from 1965-1966.

Table III - Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin

This table outlines the number and percentage of original works of art acquired by the museum as of two dates: June 30, 1960, and June 30, 1966.

• Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland):

  • June 30, 1960: 1,031 works (86%)
  • June 30, 1966: 909 works (82%)

• Low Countries (Netherlands, Belgium, etc.):

  • June 30, 1960: 26 works (2%)
  • June 30, 1966: 51 works (5%)

• Scandinavia:

  • June 30, 1960: 112 works (9.5%)
  • June 30, 1966: 104 works (9%)

• Others (America, France, Italy, Russia):

  • June 30, 1960: 29 works (2.5%)
  • June 30, 1966: 44 works (4%)

• Totals:

  • June 30, 1960: 1,188 works
  • June 30, 1966: 1,109 works

Acquisitions of Works of Art, 1965-1966

Decorative Art

• Ceramics:

  • Dutch, XVIII Century: Pair of Tureens, Delft, faience; gift by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.
  • German, XVII Century: Personification of Winter, Fürstenberg; gift by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.
  • German, XVIII Century: Various porcelain items, mostly Meissen and Höchst; gifts by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.
  • German, XVIII Century: Aeolus, God of Winds, Kloster Veilsdorf; gift by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.

• Furniture:

  • Otto Hoffmann: Desk and Storage Cabinets, painted wood, and chirofront metal; gift by Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.
  • Various wooden items including a marquetry cabinet, turned legs and seats, caned chair, and arm chair; gifts by Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.

• Metalwork:

  • German, XV Century: Bowl with a Griffin, brass; gift by Hervey E. Wetzel.
  • German (transferred from Fogg Art Museum): Various items, including a bowl with Saint George and the Dragon, a brass candlestick, and a bequest from Georg Swarzenski.

Paintings

• Flemish or German, XV Century:

  • Christ on the Mount of Olives, oil on panel; gift by Paul J. Sachs.
  • Triptych of the Holy Family, oil on panel; gift by Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Stone in memory of their son.
  • Various other works including depictions of saints and other religious scenes, some transferred from the Fogg Art Museum.

• German, XVI Century:

  • Portrait of a Man, oil on panel; transferred from Fogg Art Museum.
  • Various other works including compositions and portraits, some gifts and some purchases from different funds.

• German, XVII Century:

  • Portrait of a Woman, oil on canvas; gift by Werner Drees.
  • T. Lax Feininger: Composition with Three Figures, oil on canvas; purchased through the Museum Association Fund.

• German, XVIII Century:

  • Rueland Froeuff the Elder: Visitation, oil on panel; purchased through the Museum Association Fund.

• German, XIX Century:

  • Various works, including a depiction of a scene from Prometheus in Chains, gifts by Michael Hall.

• Modern:

  • Works by artists such as Gustav Klimt and Erich Heckel; some transferred or purchased through different funds.

The image contains a document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum detailing the distribution of original works of art by country of origin and a list of acquisitions of works of art from 1965 to 1966. The document is divided into two main sections: a table and a list.

Table III: Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin

This table shows the number and percentage of works of art by country of origin as of June 30, 1960, and June 30, 1966.

June 30, 1960:

• Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland): 1,021 works (86%)
• Low Countries: 26 works (2%)
• Scandinavia: 112 works (9%)
• Others (America, France, Italy, Russia): 29 works (2.5%)
• Totals: 1,188 works (100%)

June 30, 1966:

• Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland): 910 works (82%)
• Low Countries: 26 works (2%)
• Scandinavia: 101 works (9%)
• Others (America, France, Italy, Russia): 44 works (4%)
• Totals: 1,109 works (100%)

Acquisitions of Works of Art, 1965-1966

This section lists acquisitions categorized into Decorative Art and Paintings.

Decorative Art:

• Ceramics:

  • Pair of Tureens, Delft, XVIII Century, gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Phleger
  • Personification of Winter, Fürstenberg, porcelain, XVIII Century, gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Phleger
  • Personification of Autumn, Hoechst, porcelain, XVIII Century, gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Phleger
  • Aesopus, God of Winds, Klöster Veilsdorf, porcelain, XVIII Century, gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Phleger

• Furniture:

  • Desk and Storage Cabinets, Otto Hoffmann, painted wood and chromed metal, gift from Dr. Alfred S. Lanes
  • Pair of Cantilever Chairs, Mart Stam, tubular steel, wood, and leather, gift from Dr. Alfred S. Lanes
  • Arm Chair, Mart Stam, wood, cane, and fabric, gift from Dr. Alfred S. Lanes

• Metalwork:

  • Bowl with a Griffin, XV Century, brass, gift from Hervey E. Wetzel (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
  • Bowl with Saint George and the Dragon, XV Century, brass, gift from Mrs. George S. Seldridge (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
  • Bowl with Saint Christopher, brass, XV Century, gift from Hervey E. Wetzel (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
  • Bowl with Adam and Eve, brass, XVI Century, Lucy Wallace Porter Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
  • Plate with the Resurrection of Christ, XVI Century, German, Naumburg Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)

Paintings:

• Christ on the Mount of Olives, XV Century, Flemish or German, oil on panel, gift from Paul J. Sachs (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• Triptych of the Holy Family with Saint Catherine and Saint Barbara, XVI Century, Flemish, oil on panel, gift from Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Stone in memory of Mr. Stone's father, Galen L. Stone (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• Three Compositions, Marianne Aue, gouache, 1945, purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund
• Composition, Werner Drewes, oil on canvas, 1949, gift
• Composition with Three Figures, T. Lux Feininger, oil on canvas, 1965, purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund
• Vastation of the Elder, Rueland Frueauf, oil on panel, purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund
• Portrait of a Man Holding His Hat, Jan Gossart, oil on panel, gift, Arthur Sachs (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• Saint Catherine, Adrian Isenbrandt, oil on panel, Paul J. Sachs Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• Saint John the Baptist, Adrian Isenbrandt, oil on panel, Paul J. Sachs Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• Pear Tree, Gustav Klimt, oil on canvas, gift, Otto Kallir (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• The Circus Family, Heinrich Schaumann, oil on canvas, gift, Mrs. Dorothea van der Straten in memory of her husband, Charles van der Straten (transferred from Fogg Art Museum)
• Fruits and Vegetables, Theodor Werner, oil on paper, 1954, purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund
• Composition in Blue, Fritz Winter, oil on canvas, 1953, purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund

This document provides a comprehensive look at the museum's holdings and acquisitions during the specified period, highlighting the geographical distribution and the types of artworks acquired.

The image shows a page from a document titled "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM," detailing the distribution of original works of art by country of origin and acquisitions of works of art from 1965 to 1966.

Table III - Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin:

The table lists the number and percentage of works of art from different countries as of June 30, 1960, and June 30, 1966.

• Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland)

  • June 30, 1960: 1,021 works, 86%
  • June 30, 1966: 910 works, 82%

• Low Countries

  • June 30, 1960: 26 works, 2%
  • June 30, 1966: 54 works, 5%

• Scandinavia

  • June 30, 1960: 11 works, 1%
  • June 30, 1966: 10 works, 1%

• Others (America, France, Italy, Russia)

  • June 30, 1960: 29 works, 2.5%
  • June 30, 1966: 44 works, 4%

• Totals:

  • June 30, 1960: 1,188 works, 100%
  • June 30, 1966: 1,109 works, 100%

Acquisitions of Works of Art, 1965-1966:

Decorative Art:

• Ceramics:

  • Dutch, XVIII Century: Pair of Tureens, Delft, faience; gift, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.
  • German, XVIII Century: Personification of Winter, Fürstenberg, porcelain; gift, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.
  • German, XVIII Century: Personification of Autumn, Hoechst, porcelain; gift, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.
  • German, XVIII Century: Aesculapius, God of Winds, Kloster Veilsdorf, porcelain; gift, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger.

• Furniture:

  • Otto Hoffmann: Desk and Storage Cabinets, painted wood and chromed metal; gift, Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.
  • Mart Stam: Arm Chair, tubuluar steel, wood, and cane; gift, Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.
  • Mart Stam: Arm Chair, steel and wood, caned back and seat, c. 1925; gift, Dr. Alfred S. Lanes.

• Metalwork:

  • German, XV Century: Bowl with a Griffin, brass; gift, Hervey E. Wetzel (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
  • German, XV Century: Bowl with Saint George and the Dragon, brass; gift, Mrs. George S. Selfridge (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
  • German, XV Century: Bowl with Saint Christopher, brass; gift, Hervey E. Wetzel (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
  • German, XVI Century: Bowl with Adam and Eve, brass; Wallace Porter Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
  • German, XVI Century: Plate with the Resurrection of Christ, pewter; gift, Michael Hall.

Paintings:

• Flemish or German, XV Century: Christ on the Mount of Olives, oil on panel, c. 1490; gift, Paul J. Sachs (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
• Flemish, XVI Century: Triptych of the Holy Family with Saint Catherine and Saint Barbara, oil on panel, c. 1530; gift, Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Stone in memory of Mr. Stone’s father, Galen L. Stone (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
• Marianne Aue: Three Compositions, gouache, 1948; purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund.
• Werner Drewes: Composition 269, oil on canvas, 1949; gift, Werner Drewes.
• T. Lux Feininger: Composition with Three Figures, oil on canvas, 1965; purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund.
• Rueland Frueauf the Elder: Visitation, oil on panel; purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund.
• Jan Gossaert: Portrait of a Man Holding His Hat, oil on panel; gift, Arthur Sachs (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
• Naumburg Bequest: Saint Catherine, oil on panel; Naumburg Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
• Adrian Isenbrandt: Saint John the Baptist, oil on panel; Paul J. Sachs Bequest (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
• Gustav Klimt: Pear Tree, oil on canvas; gift, Otto Kallir (transferred from Fogg Art Museum).
• Heinrich Schaumann: The Circus Family, oil on canvas; gift, Mrs. Dorothea van der Straeten in memory of her husband, Charles van der Straeten.
• Theodor Werner: Frühlingsschwetter, oil on paper, 1954; purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund.
• Fritz Winter: Composition in Blue, oil on canvas, 1953; purchase, Busch-Reisinger Museum Association Fund.

The image shows two pages from what seems to be an exhibition catalog, report, or perhaps a museum collection catalog from the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The left page is labelled "TABLE III—DISTRIBUTION OF ORIGINAL WORKS OF ART BY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN" at the top, and lists the number and percentage of artworks according to their country of origin as of June 30, 1966. Below that section is a heading "ACQUISITIONS OF WORKS OF ART, 1965-1966" under which various decorative art pieces are listed along with their details such as type (ceramics, metalwork), century (XVIII Century, XIX Century), description, origin (e.g., Dutch, German), and acquisition information (e.g., gift, purchase).

The right page continues with details of the acquisitions, specifically naming pieces under categories such as "Pewter," "Paintings," and that these pieces were transferred, gifted, or purchased, along with donor names when applicable.

Between the two pages, we can see a detailed account of the artworks acquired by the museum in a given time frame, often specifying the type of artwork, century of creation, cultural origin, and how the museum acquired each piece.

The image shows two pages from a catalog or publication titled "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM", specifically Table III – Distribution of Original Works by Country of Origin for the years June 30, 1960, to June 30, 1966. The document is structured into two main sections:

Left Page: Distribution by Country of Origin

• Header: "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM" and "ORIGINAL WORKS BY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN."
• Table Structure:
  • Columns:
    • Country/Region: Lists various geographic regions and countries.
    • June 30, 1960: Number of original works as of that date.
    • Number Percent: Percentage of the total collection represented by each region/country.
    • June 30, 1966: Number of original works as of that date.
    • Number Percent: Percentage of the total collection represented by each region/country at the end of the period.
  • Rows:
    • Central Europe (Germany): Shows the number and percentage of works from this region.
    • Austria, Switzerland, Low Countries, Scandinavia, Others (America, France, Italy, Russia): Each row details the count and percentage of works from these regions.
    • Totals: Summarizes the total number and percentage of works for all regions combined.
  • Data: The table provides numerical data, showing changes in the collection over the six-year period.

Right Page: Acquisitions of Works of Art, 1965–1966

• Header: "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM" and "ACQUISITIONS OF WORKS OF ART, 1965–1966."
• Content:
  • Sculptures and Decorative Art:
    • Lists various sculptures and decorative art pieces acquired during the period, including details such as:
      • Artist: Name of the artist.
      • Title: Name of the work.
      • Date: Year of creation.
      • Medium: Material used (e.g., bronze, porcelain, wood).
      • Source: How the work was acquired (e.g., gift, purchase, transfer from another museum).
      • Donor or Donor Information: Name of the donor or institution involved in the acquisition.
    • Examples include:
      • Dutch, XVIII Century: Pair of Tureens, Delft, faience (gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger).
      • German, XVIII Century: Personification of Winter (gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Pflueger).
      • German, XVI Century: Bowl with Saint George and the Dragon (gift from Mrs. George S. Selfridge).
  • Paintings:
    • Lists paintings acquired during the same period, with similar details:
      • Artist: Name of the artist.
      • Title: Name of the painting.
      • Date: Year of creation.
      • Medium: Type of support (e.g., oil on panel, oil on canvas).
      • Source: How the work was acquired.
      • Donor or Donor Information: Name of the donor or institution.
    • Examples include:
      • Flemish or German, XV Century: Christ on the Mount of Olives (gift from Paul J. Sachs).
      • Flemish, XVI Century: Triptych of the Holy Family with Saint Catherine and Saint Barbara (gift from Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Stone).
      • German, XVI Century: Relief of Prometheus in Chains or English, XVII Century: The Story of William Tell (gift from Mrs. Horatio G. Curtis in memory of her husband).

Overall Layout and Design

• The pages are formatted in a clean, organized manner typical of museum catalogs or annual reports.
• The left page uses a tabular format for statistical data, while the right page uses a list format for detailed acquisition records.
• The text is typed, suggesting it is part of an official publication or report.

This document serves as a record of the museum's collection growth and acquisitions during the specified period, providing both quantitative data (distribution by origin) and qualitative details (specific works acquired).

The image shows two pages from a book, specifically pages 6 and 7, featuring text and tables related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The left page is titled "Busch-Reisinger Museum" and contains a table labeled "Table III – Distribution of Original Works of Art by Country of Origin." This table lists the number and percentage of artworks from different regions, including Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), Low Countries, Scandinavia, and Others (America, France, Italy, Russia). The right page continues with the same title and includes a list of acquisitions of works of art from 1965 to 1966, detailing ceramics, furniture, and metalwork, along with their origins and donors. The entries provide specific information about each item, such as the artist, century, material, and the circumstances of acquisition.

The image shows a book opened to two pages. The pages are filled with text and tables, which seem to be a catalog or an inventory of an art museum. The text is organized into sections and subsections, with headings and subheadings that indicate the type of artwork, the artist, the date, and other relevant information. The text is written in a formal and descriptive style, with precise and detailed information about each artwork. The tables provide additional information, such as the dimensions, materials, and provenance of the artworks. The overall impression is of a comprehensive and well-organized catalog of an art museum.