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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1971-1972

ARCH.2013.5.14, Rendition: 798110

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The image is of an open book or catalog featuring information about the artist Franz Barwig. The page includes a textual section and an image of one of Barwig's sculptures.

The text provides information about the reaffirmation of Franz Barwig's artistic reputation, largely due to the efforts of his daughter, Frau Grete Barwig-Wagner. It mentions that most of Barwig's works are either in the family collection or in the Österreichische Galerie im Schloss Belvedere, and that the exhibition features works on loan from these collections. The text also highlights the support provided by Frau Barwig-Wagner and the Austrian Ministry of Science, Research and Art, as well as the Austrian Institute in New York. Additionally, it acknowledges Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major's extensive knowledge and financial support, and Mrs. Major's efforts in providing new photographs of the villa and information for the exhibition.

The image on the page depicts a sculpture of a stylized animal figure, likely a deer or antelope, with prominent antlers and an abstract design. The sculpture is credited to Franz Barwig.

The page is signed by John David Farmer, the curator of the exhibition.

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The image shows an open book featuring a page dedicated to the artist Franz Barwig. The page includes a black and white photograph of a sculptural piece by Barwig, which appears to be a deer head. Below the image, there is a section of text providing information about the artist and the exhibition.

The text reads:
"Largely through the efforts of Barwig's daughter, Frau Grete Barwig-Wagner, the artist's reputation has begun to be reaffirmed. Most of his works are in the family collection or in the Österreichische Galerie im oberen Belvedere, and it is from these sources that the works on exhibition have been lent, with the exception of cat. no. 5, which is from the collection of the Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst. Frau Barwig-Wagner provided the impetus for the exhibition through the Austrian Ministry of Culture. Dr. Richard Sickinger, Director of the Austrian Institute, New York, has provided both logistical and financial support in its current presentation at the Burch-Reisinger Museum. Finally, Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major's extensive knowledge and interest in Man-A-Lago has been invaluable. Mrs. Major made arrangements to have new photographs made of the villa and provided them and much information for this exhibition."

At the bottom of the page, the name "John David Farmer" is noted as the curator.

There is also a small label or sticker on the right side of the page, partially visible, which mentions "Museum Associates" and "Franz Barwig" with a reference to the book's catalog number, 40.

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The image depicts an open book featuring a page dedicated to the artist Franz Barwig. The page includes a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture, which appears to be a stylized deer head, likely one of Barwig's works.

On the page, there is a text that provides information about the artist and the exhibition. The text mentions that Franz Barwig's reputation has been reaffirmed largely through the efforts of his daughter, Frau Grete Barwig-Wagner. Most of Barwig's works are in the family collection or in the Österreichische Galerie in Belvedere, and several works from this collection have been lent for the exhibition, with one exception from the Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst. The text also credits Frau Barwig-Wagner, Dr. Richard Sickinger (Director of the Austrian Institute, New York), Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major, and the Austrian Ministry of Culture for their support and contributions to the exhibition.

The page is signed by John David Farmer, who is identified as the curator. The book itself appears to be an exhibition catalog or a publication related to Franz Barwig's works. The book is open to a page with a green spine and the text and image are on a white page.

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The image shows an open book page featuring an exhibition catalog or a section of a book dedicated to the artist Franz Barwig. The page prominently displays the name "Franz Barwig" in bold black text.

There is a black and white illustration of a sculptural piece, which appears to be an animal head, likely a deer, positioned in the center of the page. The accompanying text on the page is a brief description of the artist's reputation and the efforts made to reaffirm it through his daughter, Frau Grete Barwig-Wagner. Most of Barwig’s works are mentioned to be in family collections or the Österreichische Galerie im Oberen Belvedere, with the exception of a few pieces from the Kunst für angewandte Kunst collection at the Österreichisches Museum.

The text also credits various individuals and institutions for their contributions to the exhibition, including Dr. Richard Sickinger from the Austrian Institute in New York, and Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major, who provided information and photographs. John David Farmer is mentioned as the curator.

The book appears to be open at a page with some other pages partially visible around it. The page on the right side of the book shows a small portion of text and a green spine, indicating it is likely a catalog or a detailed publication related to the artist's work.

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The image shows an open book, likely an exhibition catalog or monograph, dedicated to the artist Franz Barwig. On the left page, the name "Franz Barwig" is printed in large, bold text. The right page features a black-and-white image of an abstract sculpture, possibly by Franz Barwig, alongside a block of text. The text appears to be acknowledgments, mentioning various individuals and institutions that contributed to an exhibition. Specifically, it thanks Frau Grete Barwig-Wagner, the artist's daughter, for reaffirming his reputation and providing works from the family collection. It also acknowledges the Austrian Ministry of Culture, Dr. Richard Sickinger, and Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major for their support and contributions. The text is signed by John David Farmer, the curator. There is also a small, folded paper visible at the top right corner of the right page.

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The image shows an exhibition catalog or brochure for an artist named Franz Barwig. The cover prominently displays his name and features an illustration of one of his sculptures, which appears to be of a deer.

The text inside provides some background information about the artist and the exhibition:

  1. Artist Reputation: Franz Barwig's reputation as an artist has been revitalized largely through the efforts of his daughter, Frine Grote Barwig-Wagner. Many of his works are now part of the family collection or housed at the Österreichische Galerie im oberen Belvedere.

  2. Exhibition Sources: Most of the works on exhibition are sourced from these collections. The only exception is one piece, cataloged as cat. no. 5, which is from the collection of the Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst (Museum of Applied Arts).

  3. Support for the Exhibition: The exhibition was made possible through the support of several institutions and individuals:

    • Frau Barwig-Wagner provided the impetus for the exhibition.
    • Dr. Richard Sickinger, Director of the Austrian Institute, New York, offered both logistical and financial support.
    • Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major, known for her extensive knowledge and interest in Mar-a-Lago, contributed valuable arrangements.
    • Major's contributions included new photographs of the villa and provided much information for the exhibition.
  4. Curator: The curator of the exhibition is John David Farmer.

Overall, the document highlights the collaborative effort behind the exhibition of Franz Barwig's work and acknowledges the contributions of various supporters.

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This is an image showing an open book or exhibition booklet. On the left page, there's a block of text that mentions several names and institutions, indicating that the text is likely providing credits or acknowledgements related to an exhibition or collection. Notably mentioned are "Franz Barwig's daughter," "Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst," "Richard Shipman," and "John David Farmer" as the curator. The text is referring to the conservation and presentation of a collection or body of work.

The right page features the name "Franz Barwig" in a large, bold serif font, indicating that it is probably the focus of the book or exhibition. Below the name is a black-and-white reproduction of a sculpture, which is likely a work by Franz Barwig. The sculpture depicts a stylized animal figure, possibly a deer, with exaggerated features and an upward arcing pose.

The book itself is resting on a white surface, and a paper bookmark or a strip of paper is visible poking out from the top portion of the book's pages. The pages exhibit slight discoloration and wear, suggesting the book may be of some age or has been handled frequently.

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The image is of a book that is open to a page that has text and an image of a deer. The text is written in black font and appears to be an excerpt from a book about Franz Barwig, an artist. The image of the deer is in black and white and is placed in the center of the page. The book has a green cover and the pages are white.

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The image shows an open book with its pages turned to a section titled "Franz Barwig." The text on the pages discusses the artist Franz Barwig and the efforts of his daughter, Frau Grete Barwig-Wagner, to reestablish his reputation. It mentions the sources of the works on exhibition, including the Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst and the Galerie im oberen Belvedere. The text also acknowledges the contributions of Dr. Richard Sickinger and Mrs. Nettie Leitch Major-Lago. The book has a green spine and white pages, with a black and white illustration of a deer on the left page. The book's pages are folded in half, and the text is written in black ink.

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The image depicts an open book with a page featuring a black-and-white photograph of a stag with antlers. The stag is in a reclining position, with its head turned to the left. The photograph is accompanied by text that reads "Franz Barwig." Below the photograph, there is a small section of text that appears to be a caption or description. The book is opened to a page that contains text on the left side and the photograph on the right side. The book appears to be a collection of photographs or artwork, possibly related to the artist Franz Barwig.