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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1972-1973

ARCH.2013.5.15, Rendition: 800885

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from The New York Times, dated Sunday, December 1. The article is titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" and is written by John Canaday. The article discusses an exhibition of 19th-century German master drawings that was organized by Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Exhibition Overview: The exhibition features German art from the 19th century and is noted for its significance in understanding the development of European art.
  2. Comparison with French Art: The author compares German art to French art, suggesting that German art has been underappreciated and overshadowed by French art.
  3. Artistic Style: The article highlights the meticulous and detailed nature of German drawings, which are described as more serious and less spontaneous than French art.
  4. Artists Mentioned: The text mentions artists like Eastman Johnson and Thomas Eakins, who were influenced by German art.
  5. Exhibition Locations: The exhibition has been shown in various cities, including Boston, Philadelphia, and New York.
  6. Critique of German Art: The author notes that German art is often seen as more intellectual and less emotionally engaging compared to French art.
  7. Historical Context: The article provides context about the historical and cultural influences on German art, including the impact of the Napoleonic wars and the unification of Germany.

Overall, the article aims to shed light on the unique qualities and historical significance of 19th-century German art, contrasting it with the more widely recognized French art of the same period.

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The image shows an open newspaper, specifically a page from The New York Times, dated Sunday, December 1, 1946. The article is titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" by John Canaday.

The article discusses an exhibition organized by Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is focused on the study and elucidation of German art from the 19th century. The exhibition features 53 German master drawings from the 19th century, which are being shown in the United States for the first time.

The article argues that Americans tend to know little about 19th-century German art, despite its importance and influence. It highlights that the exhibition is a significant opportunity to recognize the contributions of German artists like Eastman Johnson and Thomas Eakins, who were inspired by German art. The piece also mentions that many American artists, including Winslow Homer, were influenced by German artists during their studies in Munich.

The article touches on the idea that the German artists' works are often misunderstood or overlooked in favor of French art. It emphasizes the beauty, refinement, and influence of German art and its relevance to the development of modern art.

Additionally, the article includes references to other art exhibitions and critiques, suggesting that the German drawings are part of a broader discussion on the impact of European art on American artists. The exhibition is organized by John Canaday and will travel to various museums in the United States.

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The image shows a page from "The New York Times," dated Sunday, December 1, with an article titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" by John Canaday. The article discusses an exhibition of German master drawings from the 16th century, organized by Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum. The exhibition is part of an ambitious tour and features works that highlight the German artistic tradition, which is often overlooked or misrepresented as merely French in influence.

The text notes that the exhibition includes around 90 drawings by artists such as Albrecht Dürer and Hans Holbein the Younger, and it aims to present a more accurate picture of German art and culture. Canaday explains that the drawings are not merely French-inspired but are distinctively German in style and execution. He also mentions the significance of these works in the context of broader European art history and their influence on later artists.

The article is accompanied by a small inset image of a drawing titled "Hochzeitstanz," attributed to Hans Holbein the Younger. The text also touches on the challenges and limitations of the exhibition, such as the lack of diversity in the works and the need for more comprehensive studies on German art. The exhibition runs until January 23 and is part of a larger project that includes stops in other institutions such as the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the New York Times, dated Sunday, December 11. The article is titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" by John Canaday.

The article discusses an exhibition at Harvard’s Busch-Reisinger Museum, which focuses on 19th-century German master drawings. Canaday argues that Americans are often underappreciative of the German artistic tradition and how it contrasts with French art. He highlights that while Americans may recognize the influence of French art, they tend to overlook the significant contributions of German art during the same period.

Key points in the article include:

  • The exhibition features 33 German master drawings from the 19th century.
  • Canaday notes that these drawings are often seen as mere copies of French works, which is not entirely accurate.
  • He asserts that German artists, like those in France, had their unique styles and contributions.
  • The article criticizes the lack of recognition and appreciation for German art in America, suggesting that this perception is due to a bias toward French art, which is more globally celebrated.

Canaday emphasizes the importance of understanding and valuing the diverse artistic heritage from different cultures, particularly the understated contributions of German artists. The article provides a critique of the prevailing artistic appreciation trends in the United States.

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The image shows an open book with an article from "The New York Times, Sunday, December 11" titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" by John Canaday. The article discusses an exhibition organized by Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum, which focuses on 19th-century German master drawings. The author comments on the difficulty of appreciating German art due to its perceived lack of similarity to French art, which has historically been favored. The article mentions specific artists like Eastman Johnson and Thomas Eakins, and it critiques the impression that German drawings often lack spontaneity and freedom, being more dry and conscientious. The author also notes that the exhibition includes works by French artists, which may help draw interest. The exhibition is set to travel to several cities, including Boston, Philadelphia, and Chicago, after its showing in New York.

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The image is of an article from The New York Times, dated Sunday, December 1. The article is titled "Art: Not How French Are They, But How German" and is written by John Canaday.

Summary of the Article:

The article discusses a new exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, which focuses on German art from the 19th century. Canaday starts by describing a tour of German art that begins in Kassel, emphasizing the country's rich artistic heritage and its roots in various historical contexts.

Key Points:

  1. Exhibition Context:

    • The exhibition, curated by Charles L. Kuhn, includes 100 works by artists from German-speaking regions, aiming to show a different perspective on 19th-century art, often overshadowed by French art.
  2. German vs. French Art:

    • Canaday notes that while French art of the 19th century is widely known and appreciated, German art of the same period is less familiar to the public.
    • He argues that German art is not derivative of French art but has its own unique qualities and developments.
  3. Artistic Themes and Styles:

    • The article mentions the intellectual and aesthetic environment of 19th-century Germany, which included movements like the Nazarene and Romantic schools.
    • The author points out the difficulty in categorizing German art, which ranges from the poetic to the straightforwardly realist.
  4. German Masters Drawings:

    • The second part of the article discusses an exhibit of German master drawings from 1780 to 1850 at the Yale University Art Gallery.
    • Canaday highlights the expressive and spontaneous qualities of these drawings, noting the freedom and lack of pretension in them compared to the more finished French works of the same period.
  5. Artists and Works:

    • The article references several artists, such as Philipp Otto Runge and Caspar David Friedrich, and their contributions.
    • Canaday praises the immediacy and emotional depth of the drawings, suggesting they offer a fresh perspective on the era's art.
  6. Conclusion:

    • Canaday concludes by encouraging readers to visit these exhibitions to gain a better understanding and appreciation of 19th-century German art, which he believes is both impressive and undervalued.

Overall, the article aims to shift the focus from French to German contributions in 19th-century art, highlighting the distinctive qualities and significance of the latter.

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The image shows a page from a book or scrapbook, featuring a newspaper clipping from The New York Times. The article is titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" by John Canaday. It appears to be a review or commentary on an art exhibition organized by Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum focusing on German art, particularly from the 19th century. The article discusses the significance of German artists and their distinction from French influences, emphasizing the unique qualities of German art and artists. The clipping is taped or pasted onto the page, and some parts of the article are slightly obscured by discoloration or the tape marks. The edges of the clipping and surrounding page show some wear and aging.

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The image shows an open book with a newspaper article pasted onto the right-hand page. This article is from "The New York Times, Sunday, December 12," though the year is not visible. The headline of the article reads “Art – Not How French Are They, But How German.” The author's name, JOHN CANADAY, is printed above the headline.

The article discusses an art exhibition organized by Harvard’s Busch-Reisinger Museum, aiming to redefine the perception of German culture study and the Metamorphosis Movement primarily focused on German art approximately from the years of 1890 to 1918. It mentions that the exhibition goes against the ingrained idea that German art is derivative of French art and instead promotes an appreciation of the unique qualities of German art, beyond influences from French impressionism or expressionism.

Below the newspaper article, a small portion of another article or text can also be seen, although the exact content is not clear due to the angle and the overlapping pages.

The book itself has a green cover, and there are several other pages that are not wholly visible in the image. The edges of the pages appear to have some age-related discoloration.

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The image shows a page from a printed publication, specifically an article titled "Not How French Are They, But How German" by John Canaday, which appears in The New York Times on Sunday, December 11. The article is about an exhibition of German drawings from the 19th century, organized by Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum. The layout includes a headline, byline, and a dense block of text discussing the exhibition and its significance.

Key Visual Elements:

  1. Text Content:

    • The article is a review or commentary on an exhibition of German drawings from the 19th century.
    • It critiques the perception of German art, contrasting it with French art and highlighting the unique qualities of German artists of that era.
    • The text discusses the exhibition's focus on drawings rather than paintings, emphasizing the importance of this medium in German art.
    • It references specific artists such as Eastman Johnson, Thomas Eakins, and others, and touches on themes like sentimentality, romanticism, and the role of German artists in the 19th century.
  2. Layout:

    • The article is formatted in a standard newspaper or magazine style, with a clear headline, byline, and body text.
    • The text is printed in a serif font, typical of formal publications.
    • The page number "12" is visible at the top right corner, indicating it is part of a larger publication.
  3. Left Margin:

    • The left margin contains a vertical column of text or notes, likely from a different section or a sidebar. This column includes fragmented phrases such as:
      • "ger."
      • "W"
      • "18th"
      • "JO POLK"
      • "JAPO JIU"
      • "UULU"
      • "WILK"
      • "JULIUS"
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The image shows an open book with two pages displaying a newspaper article. The text on the pages reads "Not How French Are They, But How German" and discusses a German art exhibition. The article mentions that the exhibition showcases drawings by German artists from the 19th century, including Caspar David Friedrich, Philipp Otto Runge, and Carl Philipp Fohr. The article also discusses the influence of German art on American artists and the challenges of recognizing the German origins of some of the artists' works.