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The image shows a document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. It is a press release (marked "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE") announcing an exhibition to commemorate the 100th birthday of Ernst Barlach, one of the most significant German artists of the 20th century. The exhibition includes a comprehensive display of his works.

Key points from the document include:

1. Exhibition Dates: The exhibition runs from December 16 to February 13.
2. Ernst Barlach (1870 – 1938): The exhibition is the largest of Barlach's work in the United States this year, showcasing his total work. It offers a comprehensive overview of Barlach's talent as a sculptor, draftsman, and graphic artist.
3. Monumental Sculpture: In 1931, the museum acquired a monumental sculpture by Barlach called "Der Bettler" (The Beggar), which was a gift from Harvard alumni. This sculpture was one of 16 figures that Barlach created for the Gothic facade of the Cathedral in Lübeck, Germany.
4. Historical Context: The sculpture was not part of Barlach's first significant artworks but was acquired by the museum, which was one of the first American museums to purchase works by Barlach when he was still relatively unknown outside Germany.
5. Museum's History with Barlach: The Busch-Reisinger Museum has been actively collecting Barlach's works for almost 40 years, making it a significant effort to preserve and showcase his art.

The document is placed inside a book or a folder, suggesting it is part of a larger collection or archive.

The image shows a page from a news release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated for immediate release. The text is in German and announces an exhibition commemorating the 100th birthday of Ernst Barlach, a renowned German sculptor of the 20th century.

Here are the main points from the text:

1. Event Details:

   • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
   • Exhibition Dates: December 16 to February 13.

2. Artist Celebration:

   • The exhibition honors the 100th anniversary of Ernst Barlach (1870–1938), one of the most significant German artists of the 20th century, with a comprehensive display that includes loans from other institutions.

3. Significant Artwork:

   • The museum acquired in 1931 a monumental clay sculpture called "Der Bettler" (The Beggar), which was specially commissioned by Harvard. This piece was part of the 16 sculptures Barlach created for the decoration of the Gothic facade of the Katharinenkirche in Lübeck. This sculpture was one of the first significant artworks acquired by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and was also the first piece by Barlach to be purchased by an American museum at the time, given that Barlach was still largely unknown outside Germany.

4. Historical Context:

   • The museum has been collecting works by Barlach for nearly 40 years, building a substantial and ongoing collection.

The press release emphasizes the significance of this exhibition and the importance of the Busch-Reisinger Museum's collection in the history of modern German art.

The document is a news release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated 1970, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Ernst Barlach, a prominent German artist of the 20th century. The museum is hosting a comprehensive exhibition of Barlach's work from December 16 to February 13, showcasing his talents as a sculptor, draughtsman, and graphic artist. The museum acquired a significant bronze sculpture, "Der Bettler" (The Beggar), in 1931, one of the first works by Barlach acquired by an American museum, highlighting the artist's international recognition even before his widespread acclaim. The release also notes the museum's long-standing commitment to collecting Barlach's work.

The image shows a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here is a detailed summary of its content:

Headline:
NEWS from the Busch-Reisinger Museum
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts
For Immediate Release
Phone: 495-2338

Content:

The Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University is celebrating the 100th birthday of Ernst Barlach, one of the most talented German artists of the 20th century, with a comprehensive exhibition that includes loans from various sources.

The exhibition will run from December 16 to February 13.

About Ernst Barlach:
Ernst Barlach (1870-1938): The only significant exhibition in the United States this year dedicated to his complete works provides a thorough overview of Barlach’s talents as a sculptor, draftsman, and graphic artist.

Notable Acquisition:
In 1931, the museum acquired a monumental cast brick sculpture ("Der Bettler" or "The Beggar"), which had been specifically commissioned by Harvard. This piece was part of a set of 16 figures Barlach was commissioned to create to decorate the late Gothic facade of the Katharinenkirche (St. Catherine's Church) in Lübeck. This sculpture was not only one of the first important artworks acquired by the Busch-Reisinger Museum but also one of the first works by Barlach to be purchased by an American museum. At that time, Barlach was still relatively unknown outside Germany.

Collection Growth:
Thus, the Busch-Reisinger Museum has, for nearly 40 years, made an important beginning towards establishing a Barlach collection that continues to grow.

The image shows a page from a press release document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated for immediate release. The press release is written in German and English.

Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Title:
News from the Busch-Reisinger Museum
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Headline:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Content:
The Busch-Reisinger Museum of Harvard University is celebrating the 100th birthday of Ernst Barlach, one of the most celebrated German artists of the 20th century, with an extensive exhibition that includes loans.

The exhibition runs from December 16, 2008, to February 13, 2009.

Ernst Barlach (1870 - 1938): This is the only significant exhibition in the United States this year dedicated to the complete works of the artist, offering a thorough overview of Barlach's talent as a sculptor, painter, and graphic artist.

The museum acquired in 1931 a monumental glazed ceramic sculpture ("Der Bettler"), which was specially commissioned by Harvard. This was the double casting of one of 16 figures that Barlach created to decorate the late Gothic facade of the Katharinenkirche in Lübeck. This sculpture was not only one of the first important artworks acquired by the Busch-Reisinger Museum but also one of the first by Barlach to be purchased by an American museum, as at that time, the artist was still unknown outside of Germany.

Thus, the Busch-Reisinger Museum made an important start almost 40 years ago for a Barlach collection, which has since steadily grown.

Contact Information:
495-2338

The page is from a book, and the press release is written in a formal and structured manner, highlighting the significance of Ernst Barlach's work and the museum's efforts in commemorating his 100th birthday.

The image is a page of a document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated for immediate release with a reference number of 495-2338. The text is in German and discusses the 100th birthday celebration of Ernst Barlach, a renowned German artist of the 20th century. The museum is hosting an extensive exhibition in honor of this milestone, which includes loans and runs from December 16 to February 13.

Key points from the document include:

• The exhibition is the first major one in the United States dedicated to Barlach’s complete works.
• It provides an overview of Barlach's talents as a sculptor, draughtsman, and graphic artist.
• The museum acquired a monumental brick mold sculpture titled "Der Bettler" (The Beggar) in 1931, which was commissioned specifically for Harvard.
• This sculpture was one of 16 figures created by Barlach to decorate the Gothic facade of the Katharinenkirche in Lübeck.
• The acquisition of this sculpture was significant because it was one of the first major works by Barlach purchased by an American museum, marking an early start to the museum's Barlach collection.

The document highlights the museum's foresight in beginning a significant collection of Barlach's works almost 40 years prior to the celebration of his 100th birthday.

The image shows an open book or document with a page on the right side partially visible containing text. The top of this page features the heading "NEWS from the Busch-Reisinger Museum Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts" followed by "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 495-2338". The text is in German and it mentions the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University celebrating the 100th birthday of Ernst Barlach, a respected German artist of the 20th century. It describes an exhibition that includes loans and ran from December 16 to February 13, although the years are not visible. It discusses the significance of Barlach's work and mentions a particular piece, "Der Bettler" (The Beggar), that was acquired by the museum. The piece was specially commissioned by Harvard and was part of a larger group of figures intended for the Katharinenkirche in Lübeck.

The text also notes that this sculpture was not only one of the first major works by Barlach that the Busch-Reisinger Museum acquired, but it was also one of the first of Barlach's works to be bought by an American museum at a time when the artist was still relatively unknown outside Germany. It concludes by stating that the Busch-Reisinger Museum had almost 40 years of history with Barlach's work, implying an ongoing relationship or collection. The year of the document is not visible, and neither is the complete range of dates for the exhibition.

On the left side, there are the edges of another page that is folded in and obscured, hindering a complete view of its contents. The visible part of this folded page does not contain any text or discernible features.

The image shows an open book with a printed page visible. The page contains a news release or announcement from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The text is in German and discusses the museum's celebration of the 100th birthday of Ernst Barlach, a prominent German artist of the 20th century. The announcement highlights an extensive exhibition dedicated to Barlach, running from December 16 to February 13. It emphasizes that this is the only significant exhibition of Barlach's complete works in the United States that year, offering a comprehensive overview of his talents as a sculptor, draftsman, and graphic artist.

The text also mentions that the museum acquired a monumental bronze casting (by Per Betzler) in 1931, specifically commissioned by Harvard. This sculpture, a double figure, was one of the 16 figures commissioned by Barlach to decorate the late Gothic arcade of the St. Catherine's Church in Lübeck. The announcement notes that this was one of the first major works of art the Busch-Reisinger Museum acquired and one of the earliest pieces by Barlach purchased by an American museum, as the artist was still relatively unknown outside of Germany at the time. The museum is highlighted for its early and ongoing efforts in building a collection of Barlach's works.

The page is printed on clean, white paper, and the book itself appears to have a brown, worn cover, suggesting it may be an archival or historical document. The layout is formal, typical of official press releases or museum announcements.

The image shows a single-page document with a white background and black text. The text is written in German and appears to be a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document includes the museum's address and phone number, as well as a heading that reads "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE." The text discusses an exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Ernst Barlach, a renowned German artist of the 20th century. The exhibition, which ran from December 16 to February 13, showcased Barlach's work as a sculptor, draftsman, and printmaker. The museum also mentions that it acquired a monumental clinker-brick kiln, known as "Der Bettler," which was specially commissioned by Harvard and was one of the first significant artworks acquired by the museum. The press release highlights the importance of the exhibition and the museum's ongoing efforts to collect Barlach's works.

The image depicts a page from a book or a document, possibly a press release or an official announcement. The page is placed on a surface that appears to be a table or a desk, and it is open to reveal the text inside. The text is written in German and is titled "NEWS from the Busch-Reisinger Museum Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts." The document is marked as "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE" and includes a reference number, "495-2338." The content discusses an exhibition of works by Ernst Barlach at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting the significance of Barlach's talent as a sculptor, draftsman, and graphic artist. The text also mentions the acquisition of a monumental clinker sculpture by Barlach, which was one of the earliest significant works by the artist to be acquired by an American museum. The exhibition was the first Barlach exhibition in the United States and one of the earliest in Germany. The document also notes that the museum had been collecting works by Barlach for nearly 40 years, making it a significant collection of his work.