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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1972-1973

ARCH.2013.5.15, Rendition: 800900

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping pasted into a scrapbook or an album. The clipping features a photograph and an accompanying article.

Photograph:

  • Two women are shown in the photograph.
  • The woman on the left is identified as Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of Walter Gropius, who founded the Bauhaus School and served as Dean of the Graduate School of Design.
  • The woman on the right is identified as Agnes Gund, the president of the Busch-Reininger Museum.
  • They are looking at a portfolio or print, which is part of a collection of lithographs donated by Mrs. Gropius to the Busch-Reininger Museum.
  • The setting appears to be a library or an archive room, with bookshelves filled with books in the background.

Article:

  • The article describes the donation of five portfolios containing 48 print-lithographs, woodcuts, and linoleum cuts by Mrs. Walter Gropius to the Busch-Reininger Museum.
  • The donated works are described as an important part of the early production of the Bauhaus print shop.
  • Artists mentioned in the collection include Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmer, Marcks, Marcksoussis, Survage, and Chagall.
  • The article notes that the donation is part of a series of similar donations made by Mrs. Gropius to the Busch-Reininger Museum.
  • The article is credited to Rick Stafford.

Scrapbook Details:

  • The scrapbook page has a handwritten note at the top, which reads "Harvard Gazette 219193."
  • The page is part of a larger scrapbook with visible edges of other pages and tabs on the right side.

This image captures a significant moment in art history, highlighting the preservation and donation of important Bauhaus works to a museum.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette, dated February 2, 1973. The article discusses a significant donation made to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Here's a detailed summary:

  • Headline and Date: The article is from the Harvard Gazette, dated February 2, 1973.
  • Content: Mrs. Walter Gropius, who was the widow of Walter Gropius (the founder of the Bauhaus School and a former Dean of the Graduate School of Design), donated five portfolios to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Portfolios: These portfolios contain 48 prints, including lithographs, woodcuts, etchings, and other works by artists from the 1920s.
  • Artists: The artists represented in the gift include notable figures such as Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schmidt-Rottluff, Marcoussis, Schwitters, Vagstaff, and Muche.
  • Significance: The article describes the donation as an important part of the early production of the Bauhaus print shop. The gift was noted as the latest in a series of similar donations Mrs. Gropius made to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The photograph accompanying the article shows Mrs. Walter Gropius (left) presenting the portfolios to the Acting Curator, Hedya B. Landman (right). The image captures the moment of the donation, highlighting its significance.

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The image shows a page from a book or scrapbook containing a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette, dated 1973. The clipping features a photograph of two women examining a portfolio of artwork.

The caption beneath the photograph reads:
"On Tuesday, Mrs. Walter Gropius—left—widow of the man who founded the Bauhaus School and served as Dean of the Graduate School of Design, gave the Busch-Reisinger Museum five portfolios containing 48 prints—lithographs, woodcuts, etchings—of artists of the twenties. Artists represented, in a gift described by Acting Curator Hedy B. Landman (right) as 'an important part of the early production of the Bauhaus print shop,' include Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmer, Marcs, Marcoussis, Survage, Chagall, De Chirico, and Jawlensky. Mrs. Gropius' gift is the latest in a series of similar donations she has made to the Busch-Reisinger. (Rick Stafford)"

The newspaper clipping is handwritten with the note "Harvard Gazette 219 1973" at the top, indicating the source and date of the article. The photograph captures the two women closely engaged with the artwork, emphasizing the historical and cultural significance of the donated prints.

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The image is a photograph of a page from a book or catalog, specifically from the Harvard Gazette, dated 219193 (likely a typo for 1973). The page contains a black-and-white newspaper clipping.

The clipping features a photograph of two women examining a portfolio of art prints. The woman on the left is identified as Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of Walter Gropius, who founded the Bauhaus School and served as Dean of the Graduate School of Design. The woman on the right is Hedy B. Landman, the Acting Curator at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The article describes a donation made by Mrs. Gropius to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which includes five portfolios containing 48 prints, such as lithographs, woodcuts, and etchings by artists from the 1920s. The artists mentioned include Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmer, Marc, Marcousis, Survage, Chagall, De Chirico, and Jawlensky. The donation is noted as an important part of the early production of the Bauhaus print shop. This gift is part of a series of similar donations made by Mrs. Gropius to the museum. The article is credited to Rick Stafford.

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The image is a page from a book or magazine showing a newspaper clipping. The clipping is about a donation made by Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of the founder of the Bauhaus School.

The photograph in the clipping features Mrs. Walter Gropius and another woman, presumably a curator or museum staff member, both engaged in examining some artworks. Mrs. Gropius is seen on the left, with a hat and a plaid jacket, and the other woman is on the right, wearing a polka-dotted blouse. They are standing in front of a bookshelf filled with books.

The caption beneath the photograph reads:
"On Tuesday, Mrs. Walter Gropius—left—widow of the man who founded the Bauhaus School and served as Dean of the Graduate School of Design, gave the Busch-Reisinger Museum five portfolios containing 48 prints—lithographs, woodcuts, etchings—of artists of the twenties. Artists represented, in a gift described by Acting Curator Hedy B. Landman (right) as 'an important part of the early production of the Bauhaus print shop,' include Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmer, Marcks, Marcoussis, Survage, Chagall, De Chricco, and Jawlensky. Mrs. Gropius' gift is the latest in a series of similar donations she has made to the Busch-Reisinger."

The page number in the book is marked as Harvard Gayette 219193. The clipping is inserted into an open book, which is part of a collection or archive.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated March 21, 1990. The headline and text are not fully visible, but the photograph and caption can be seen. The photo features two women in a library or archive setting, examining a large book or print together. One of the women is identified in the caption as Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of Walter Gropius, the founder of the Bauhaus School and former Dean of the Graduate School of Design.

The caption explains that on that day, Mrs. Walter Gropius donated five portfolios containing 48 prints to the Busch-Reisinger Museum. These prints include lithographs, woodcuts, and etchings by various artists of the twentieth century, such as Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmer, Marc, Marcoussis, Survage, Chagall, De Chirico, and Jawlensky. The donation is described as significant because it includes early productions from the Bauhaus print shop. An acting curator, Hedy B. Landman, is mentioned as providing context for the importance of the gift. The photo credit goes to Rick Stafford.

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The image shows a photograph of two individuals standing in front of a bookshelf, examining some artworks that include prints or drawings. Two of the works are held by the individuals, while one is laid out on a surface in front of them. The individuals are in a room with various sized books or folders stored in the shelf behind them, suggesting a library or study room environment.

In the foreground, a piece of text accompanies the image, which seems to be part of an article. The text talks about an art-related event and mentions the donation of a print collection by the Gropius estate to an institution, listing numerous prominent artists including Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmer, Marcks, Moholy-Nagy, Schwitters, Chagall, De Chirico, and Jawlensky among others. It also credits "Rick Stafford" at the end, possibly for the writing or reporting of the article.

The image forms a part of a bound compilation of pages or a book, as evidenced by the adjacent pages and the binding visible to the left. A handwritten note at the top of the photograph provides a name and a date, which adds to the archival feel of the image.

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The image is a black and white photograph pasted on a page of a book or album, with a handwritten note above it reading "Harvard Gazette 2/9/73." The photo shows two women in an indoor setting filled with bookshelves in the background. The woman on the left, dressed in a checkered outfit and wearing a hat, is holding up a piece of artwork. The woman on the right, wearing a dress with a bold polka dot pattern, is sitting and gesturing towards the artwork.

Below the photograph is a caption explaining the context:

On Tuesday, Mrs. Walter Gropius—widow of the man who founded the Bauhaus School and served as Dean of the Graduate School of Design—gave the Busch-Reisinger Museum five portfolios containing 48 prints, including lithographs, woodcuts, and etchings by artists of the twenties. The portfolios were described by Acting Curator Hedy B. Landman as representing an important part of the early production of the Bauhaus print shop. Artists mentioned include Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmmer, Marcoussis, Surrage, Chagall, De Chirico, and Jawlenski. Mrs. Gropius's gift is noted as the latest in a series of similar donations she has made to the Busch-Reisinger. The caption credits Rick Stafford for the photo.

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An open book with white pages has a picture of two women standing in front of a desk with a picture frame on top. The woman on the left is holding a picture frame, while the woman on the right is looking at the picture frame. The text "Harvard Suggeste 219173" is written on the top left corner. The text below the picture reads, "On Tuesday, Mrs. Walter Gropius, left-widow of the man who founded the Bauhaus School and served as Dean of the Graduate School of Design, gave the Busch-Reisinger Museum five portfolios containing 48 prints-lithographs, woodcuts, etchings-of artists of the twenties."

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album, likely from the early 20th century, as indicated by the handwritten date "Harvard Gazette 2/19/73" at the top. The page features a black-and-white photograph placed within a mounted frame, accompanied by a caption below.

Photograph Description:

  • Setting: The photograph depicts an indoor scene, likely in a library or study, with bookshelves visible in the background.
  • Subjects: Two individuals are present:
    • Left: A woman wearing a dark, patterned dress and a wide-brimmed hat. She is holding a framed artwork or print and appears to be engaged in conversation.
    • Right: Another woman, dressed in a polka-dotted blouse and a striped skirt, is seated and holding the same framed artwork. She is gesturing with her hand, possibly explaining or discussing the piece.
  • Artwork: The framed piece being held by both individuals appears to be an abstract or modern-style print, featuring bold lines and shapes.

Caption:

Below the photograph, there is a typed caption that provides context:

  • Date and Event: The caption mentions "Tuesday" and identifies the individuals as Mrs. Walter Gropius (on the left) and another person (on the right).
  • Significance: Mrs. Walter Gropius is described as the widow of Walter Gropius, the founder of the Bauhaus School and Dean of the Graduate School of Design. She is noted for donating five portfolios containing 48 prints (lithographs, woodcuts, etchings, etc.) to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Gift Details: The caption highlights that the donation includes early works by notable artists of the 1920s, such as Paul Klee, Kandinsky, Feininger, Schlemmers, Marcks, Marcoussis, Suraj, Chagall, De Chirico, and Jawlensky. It also mentions that this gift is part of a series of similar donations made by Mrs. Gropius to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Photographer: The photograph is credited to Rick Stafford.

Additional Elements:

  • Scrapbook Page: The page is part of a bound album, with visible spine and pages on either side. The album appears to be well-preserved, with a green spine and neatly arranged content.
  • Mounted Photograph: The photograph is mounted on the page, likely for archival or display purposes, and is accompanied by a typed caption for context.

Overall Context:

The image captures a moment of cultural and artistic significance, showcasing the donation of important early 20th-century art to a museum. It highlights the role of Mrs. Walter Gropius in preserving and promoting modernist art, particularly works associated with the Bauhaus movement and its influential artists. The setting and the formal presentation suggest the importance of the event and the historical value of the donation.