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The image displays an exhibition catalog for "Max Ernst: Works on Paper," an exhibition circulated by The Museum of Modern Art, New York. The catalog is open to two pages. The left page lists various works by Max Ernst, categorized under different series such as "Dada and Proto-Surrealist Collages," "Frottages," and "Narrative Collages." Each entry includes the title, date, medium, dimensions, and collection information.

The right page features the title "Max Ernst: Works on Paper," with a subheading indicating that the exhibition is circulated by The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Below the title, there is an image of one of Ernst's works, which appears to be a collage or mixed media piece. The text mentions that Max Ernst was born in Brühl, near Cologne, Germany, in 1891, moved to Paris in 1922, and later to the United States in 1941, returning to France in 1952, where he became a French citizen. The catalog provides a detailed listing and description of the artworks on display, aimed at informing viewers about the pieces exhibited.

The image shows a page from an exhibition catalog, specifically for the works of Max Ernst. The page is divided into two main sections.

Left Side:
The left side contains a detailed list of works from the exhibition, organized by categories such as "Collages" and "Frottages." Each entry includes the title of the artwork, the year it was created, the medium used, and the dimensions of the work. Specific details are as follows:

• Collages:

  • The Roaring of the Ferocious Soldiers (1919), Rough drawings, gouache, ink, pastel, pencil.
  • Various other works from 1919 to 1931, with different media including pastel, ink, and pencil.

• Frottages:

  • Une Ombre d'une Doute (1925), pencil on paper.
  • Le Fascant Cyprès (1925), pencil on paper.
  • Le Belle Saison (1925), pencil on paper.
  • A few other entries from 1925 to 1936, such as charcoal, pencil, and oil on canvas.

Right Side:
The right side features the title "Max Ernst: Works on Paper" with a large, bold font, and it mentions that the exhibition was circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, New York.

Below the title, there is an image of a Max Ernst work, presumably from the listed items, and a brief biographical note:

• Max Ernst was born in Bruhl, near Cologne, Germany, in 1891 and moved to Paris in 1912. He died in Paris in 1976.

The page also includes the exhibition’s subtitle "An Exhibition Circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, New York," emphasizing the significance of Ernst’s contributions to art and his inclusion in significant modern art circles. The bottom right corner has a mention of the Carréroux, Paris, 1930, indicating another venue for the exhibition.

The image is a page from a catalog for an exhibition titled "Max Ernst: Works on Paper," which was circulated by the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The catalog details a variety of works by Max Ernst, an artist known for his contributions to Dadaism and Surrealism.

The page is divided into two sections:

1. Catalog of the Exhibition:

   • The section lists various works by Max Ernst, organized into categories such as "Collages," "Frottages," and "Narrative Collages."
   • Each entry includes the title of the work, date, medium, dimensions, and location of the work. Some entries also include additional information such as provenance, alterations, and past exhibition details.
   • Here are a few examples:
     • "The Roaring of the Ferocious Soldiers" (1919) is listed as a rough proof from an assembled photomontage.
     • "Tête de Feuilles" (1925) is noted as a pencil frottage with dimensions 16 3/4 x 10 1/4 inches.
     • "Loplop Presents (A Lion-Headed Man)" (1930) is a pencil frottage with dimensions 12 x 8 1/2 inches.
     • "Loplop Presents (The Marseillaise)" (1931) is a pencil frottage with dimensions 12 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches.

2. Biographical Note:

   • There is a brief biography of Max Ernst at the bottom of the page:
     • Born in Brühl, near Cologne, Germany, in 1891.
     • Moved to Paris in 1922, then to the United States in 1941.
     • Returned to France in 1952 and became a French citizen.

Additionally, there is a photograph of Max Ernst in the lower right corner of the page, showing him in a contemplative pose, likely taken during his lifetime.

The page provides a detailed and comprehensive look at some of Ernst’s significant works on paper, illustrating his diverse techniques and artistic range.

The image shows a catalog page from an exhibition titled "Max Ernst: Works on Paper," which was circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, New York. The catalog includes a detailed list of works by Max Ernst, organized into categories such as "Collages," "Frottages," and "Narrative Collages."

Breakdown of the Catalog:

I. Collages

1. The Roaring of the Ferocious Soldiers... (1919)

   • Medium: Gouache, ink, and pencil on paper
   • Dimensions: 10 x 15 1/2 inches (25.4 x 39.4 cm)
   • Location: Galleria Schwarz, Milan

2. Trophy Hypertrophied (1919)

   • Medium: Rough proof from assembled printer’s plates, altered with ink
   • Dimensions: 13 x 17 inches (33 x 43.2 cm)
   • Location: The Museum of Modern Art, New York

3. The Hat Makes the Man (1920)

   • Medium: Pasted paper collage
   • Dimensions: 21 3/8 x 14 1/8 inches (54.3 x 35.9 cm)
   • Location: Collection William Copeland, New York

4. The Temptation of St. Anthony (1920)

   • Medium: Pasted paper and pencil
   • Dimensions: 15 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches (38.7 x 28.6 cm)
   • Location: The Museum of Modern Art, New York

5. Above the Clouds Midnight Passes... (1920)

   • Medium: Pasted paper and pencil
   • Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches (19 x 14 cm)
   • Location: Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Fund

6. The Swan is Very Peaceful... (1920)

   • Medium: Pasted paper collage
   • Dimensions: 3 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches (8.9 x 11.4 cm)
   • Location: Lent anonymously

7. The Graminivorous Bicycle... (1920-21)

   • Medium: Botanical chart altered with gouache
   • Dimensions: 29 1/4 x 39 1/4 inches (74.3 x 99.4 cm)
   • Location: The Museum of Modern Art, New York

II. Frottages

1. Une Ombre d'une Douleur (1925)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 8 x 6 inches (20.3 x 15.2 cm)
   • Location: Collection François de Menil, New York

2. Le Fascinant Cyprès (1925)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 8 3/4 x 6 1/2 inches (22.2 x 16.5 cm)
   • Location: Lent anonymously

3. La Belle Saison (1925)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches (19.1 x 26.7 cm)
   • Location: Lent anonymously

4. A Tout Vif (1926)

   • Medium: From Histoire Naturelle, Editions Jeanne Bucher, Paris
   • Dimensions: 11 x 17 1/2 inches (27.9 x 44.5 cm)
   • Location: Collection William Copeland, New York

5. Tête de Feuilles (1925)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 16 3/4 x 10 1/2 inches (42.5 x 26.7 cm)
   • Location: Galerie Alexandre Iolas, Paris

6. Forest and Sun (1925)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches (19.1 x 26.7 cm)
   • Location: Gift of Mme. Helene Rubinstein, New York

7. Oiseau Facteur (c. 1929)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches (19.1 x 11.4 cm)
   • Location: Lent anonymously

8. Flowers, One Sweet as Your Hair (1929)

   • Medium: Pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 6 1/4 x 4 1/2 inches (15.9 x 11.4 cm)
   • Location: Galerie Alexandre Iolas, Paris

9. La Nature à l'Aurore (c. 1934)

   • Medium: Engraved text altered with pencil frottage
   • Dimensions: 24 x 18 inches (61 x 45.7 cm)
   • Location: Lent anonymously

III. Narrative Collages

• Listed works from Ernst's novel "Rêve d'une Petite Fille Qui Voulut Entrer au Carmel" published by Editions du Carrefour, Paris, 1930.
• Includes various pages from the novel, with pencil, pastel, and mixed media, each with dimensions and location details.

Additional Information:

• The image also includes a portrait of Max Ernst, indicating his biography: born in Brühl, near Cologne, Germany, in 1891, moved to Paris in 1922, and returned to the United States in 1941, eventually settling in France in 1952.

This catalog page serves as a comprehensive guide to the specific works on paper by Max Ernst included in the exhibition, detailing the medium, dimensions, and locations of each piece.

The image displays a catalog from an exhibition of works by Max Ernst, specifically focusing on his works on paper. The exhibition was circulated by The Museum of Modern Art, New York.

The catalog includes detailed entries for various pieces, listed in sections:

I. Dada and Pre-Surrealist "Collages," Collage Novels

This section lists collages and works from the Dada period and early Surrealist phase. Examples include:

• The Hat Makes the Man (1920)
• Rough proofs and prints from various portfolios and collections.

II. Frottages

This section features frottage works, a technique where the artist rubs a medium over a textured surface:

• Histoire Naturelle (1925-26), a series of pencil frottages.
• Individual pieces such as Une Ombre d’une Douche (1925) and La Femme 100 Têtes (1929).

III. Narrative Collages

Collages that were part of narrative works, including:

• Selections from Ernst's novel La Femme 100 Têtes and Rêve d’une Petite Fille qui Voulut Entrer au Carmel.

IV. Loplop Presents, Collage Series

This section showcases the Loplop series, where Loplop is a bird-like alter ego of Ernst:

• Loplop Introduces Loplop (1930)
• Loplop Presents the Beauty (1931)
• Various other works from the early 1930s, including pencil and pasted collages.

General Notes:

• The titles in brackets indicate those added by the lender or director.
• Measurements are given in inches, with sheet sizes noted unless otherwise mentioned.
• Many works are on loan from notable collections, including The Museum of Modern Art, New York, and private collections.

Biography Note:

The image also includes a brief biographical note about Max Ernst:

• Born in 1891 in Brühl, near Cologne, Germany.
• Moved to Paris in 1922, then to the United States in 1941.
• Returned to France in 1952 and lived there until his death in 1976.

The catalog provides a comprehensive overview of Ernst's works on paper, showcasing his evolution through different periods and techniques.

The image shows an open page from a booklet or catalog titled "Max Ernst: Works on Paper, An Exhibition Circulated by the Museum of Modern Art, New York." The page contains a detailed catalogue of the exhibition, listing various works by Max Ernst.

The catalogue is divided into several sections:

1. Collages: This section lists several collage works by Ernst, including "Dada and Proto-Surrealist 'Collages'" (1919-1921), "Frottage Histoire Naturelle" (1925), and "The Canalization of Frozen Gas" (1920). Each entry includes the title, date, medium, dimensions, and the collection or gallery where the work is housed.

2. Narrative Collages: This section lists works published in Ernst's collage novel "Rêve d'une petite fille qui voulut entrer au Carmel" (1930). The works are described with their titles, dates, mediums, and dimensions.

3. Loplop Presents: This section includes works from the "Collage Series" (1929-1932), such as "Loplop Presents a Portrait" (1930) and "Loplop Presents Our Forest" (1931). Each entry includes the title, date, medium, dimensions, and the collection or gallery where the work is housed.

The page also includes a brief biographical note about Max Ernst, stating that he was born in Brühl, near Cologne, Germany, in 1891. He moved to Paris in 1922 and to the United States in 1941, returning to France in 1952, where he now lives as a French citizen.

Additionally, there is a black-and-white photograph on the page showing Max Ernst in a studio setting, surrounded by several people, possibly engaged in a collaborative art project or discussion.

The image showcases an open brochure or catalog related to an art exhibition by the artist Max Ernst titled "WORKS ON PAPER." The exhibition was circulated by The Museum of Modern Art, New York. It seems to contain detailed information about specific art pieces included in the exhibition.

On the left side, there are lists of art pieces with their titles, creation dates, medium specifications (such as pencil frottage, pasted photogravings), sizes, and sometimes the collection or gallery where the artwork is housed. The list appears orderly and provides insights into the variety of works Ernst created.

On the right side, a black and white reproduction of one of Max Ernst's artworks is visible. The specific artwork in this reproduction shows a group of people, presumably from a historical or mythological scene due to the attire and dynamic poses. The style of this piece appears in line with Ernst's known surrealist and Dada approaches to art.

Overall, the document serves as an informative guide for viewers of the exhibition, which seems to offer a comprehensive overview of Max Ernst's diverse techniques and themes throughout his career.

The image shows a folded exhibition brochure or catalog for Max Ernst's "Works on Paper." The exhibition is circulated by the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The content is divided into several sections listing various artworks, including "Dada and Proto-Surrealist 'Collages,'" "Frottages," "Narrative Collages," and "Loplop Presents, Collage Series." Each listing includes the title of the work, the date (mostly early 20th century), medium, dimensions, and sometimes the collection it belongs to or the lending institution.

The right panel has the title "MAX ERNST" in bold, large letters, followed by a subtitle "WORKS ON PAPER," and the exhibition details. Below the text is a small black-and-white image of an artwork that depicts a scene with several people inside a room, with some looking distressed or in dynamic poses.

The brochure is set against a neutral gray background with a bit of an olive-green ribbon partly visible behind it on the left side. The top left corner of the brochure is slightly dog-eared.

The image shows a page from an exhibition catalog titled "Max Ernst: Works on Paper", which was circulated by The Museum of Modern Art, New York. The page is divided into two main sections:

Left Side:

• Title and Description: The left side lists a catalog of works by Max Ernst, detailing various pieces from his collection. Each entry includes:

  • Title of the artwork.
  • Year of creation.
  • Medium (e.g., pastel, pencil, photogravure, etc.).
  • Dimensions (in inches).
  • Techniques used (e.g., frottage, collage, ink, watercolor).
  • Provenance or exhibition history (e.g., collections, galleries, museums).
  • Signatures or anonymous attributions where applicable.

  Examples of listed works include:

  • "Le Serait de la Proto-Surréaliste" (1919): A rough proof from ink, assembled printer's plates, altered with ink.
  • "The Swan is Peaceful" (1920): A pastel gouache and pasted silver paper.
  • "Une Ombre d'une Doute" (1925): A pencil frottage.
  • "La Nature à l'aucure" (1934): An engraved text altered with pencil frottage.

Right Side:

• Image: A black-and-white illustration depicting a surreal and chaotic scene. The image portrays a group of figures engaged in a dynamic, almost violent interaction. The figures appear to be in motion, with one figure seemingly being restrained or attacked by others. The scene is filled with expressive, exaggerated forms and a sense of movement, characteristic of Max Ernst's surrealist style.

• Text: Below the image, there is a brief biographical note about Max Ernst:

  • Birthplace: Born in Brühl, near Cologne, Germany, in 1891.
  • Early Life: He held French citizenship from 1922 to 1941.
  • Migration: He moved to the United States in 1941 but returned to France in 1952, where he currently resides.

Overall Layout:

• The page is clean and organized, with a clear separation between the textual catalog on the left and the visual artwork representation on the right.
• The design reflects a formal exhibition catalog, likely intended for art historians, collectors, or museum-goers attending the exhibition.

This page effectively combines textual information with a visual example of Ernst's work, providing context and showcasing his artistic style.

The image is of a page from a catalog titled "Max Ernst: Works on Paper" by the Museum of Modern Art, New York. The catalog is divided into two main sections. The left side of the page lists various artworks, including collages and photogravures, with details such as the title, medium, dimensions, and the collection or institution where the work is held. The artworks are numbered and include titles like "Dada and Proto-Surrealist 'Collages'," "The Roaring of the Furious Soldiers," and "La Belle Saison." The right side of the page features a black-and-white illustration of a scene with several people in a room, possibly engaged in a conflict or argument. The illustration is framed within a white border, and the text "Max Ernst" is prominently displayed at the top of the page.