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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1973-1974

ARCH.2013.5.16, Rendition: 799470

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The image is a page from a book or brochure, likely related to art exhibitions and collections. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

Left Page:

  • Title and Introduction:

    • The page discusses an exhibition and print rental program organized by Harvard University.
    • The text mentions that the exhibition is open to students, faculty, and the general public.
    • It highlights that prints by various artists are available for rent at a nominal fee.
  • Artists and Prints:

    • The exhibition includes works by artists such as Philip Pearlstein, James E. Allen, and others.
    • The prints are available for rent through the Harvard-Radcliffe Print Rental Program.
    • The program allows students to rent prints for a semester or the entire school year.
  • Graphic Art Contest:

    • There is a mention of a Graphic Art contest with winners selected by a panel of judges.
    • The winners are listed, including names like Earl Powell, Ed Ruscha, and others.
    • The contest is sponsored by the Boston Printmakers.

Right Page:

  • Exhibition Details:

    • The page discusses an exhibition of works by Claude Lorrain, a French artist known for his landscapes and drawings.
    • The exhibition is organized by the Norton Simon, Inc. Museum of Art and is traveling to various locations.
    • It features sixty drawings by Claude Lorrain, covering his entire career.
  • Artist Biography:

    • Claude Lorrain, born in 1600, was active in Rome and known for his landscapes.
    • His works are characterized by a keen observation of nature and a sense of idealization.
    • The exhibition includes drawings from his sketchbooks and finished works.
  • Tribute to Benjamin Rowland Jr.:

    • The page includes a tribute to Benjamin Rowland Jr., a professor of Fine Arts at Harvard.
    • Rowland was known for his love of art and his contributions to the field of Indian art.
    • The exhibition is a tribute to his memory and includes works from his personal collection.
  • Image:

    • There is an image of a watercolor painting by Benjamin Rowland Jr., depicting a house in a natural setting.

Additional Information:

  • The text provides details on the exhibition's schedule, mentioning that it will be shown at various museums including the Fogg Art Museum, the William Hayes Ackland Art Center, and others.
  • The exhibition is accompanied by a catalog with essays and illustrations.

Overall, the image provides detailed information about art exhibitions, print rental programs, and tributes to notable figures in the art world.

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The image shows a page from a magazine or newspaper featuring an article about a traveling exhibition titled "The Claude Lorrain Album." The exhibition is organized by the Norton Simon Museum of Art and is currently on display at the University of California, Berkeley.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition features sixty drawings by one of the greatest masters of landscape painting, Claude Lorrain.
    • The show is part of a larger collection available through the PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM, starting from September 17 and ending on September 29.
    • The prints can be rented for school use.
  2. Curator and Context:

    • The exhibition is curated by Benjamin Rowland, Jr., a professor at Harvard University. He is described as a man whose work has been greatly admired and who is a personal friend of the artist.
    • Rowland's interest in Claude Lorrain dates back to his studies at Dartmouth College, where he began to appreciate and study the artist's work.
  3. Highlighted Works:

    • The exhibition includes works such as "Gial on Empire Sofa," "Through the Harvard" by Philip Pearlstein, and other prints by various contemporary artists.
  4. Additional Locations:

    • The exhibition is also on view at Smith College, the Wellesley College Art Museum, the Ackland Art Museum, and the University Art Museum at Berkeley, among others.
  5. Rental Information:

    • The exhibition's prints are available for rental through the Harvard Print Rental Program, which includes various other prints by notable artists like William Wylie, Helen Frankenthaler, and Robert Goodman.
  6. Availability and Timing:

    • The rental period runs from September 17 to September 29, with a special focus on educational use for school projects.

The magazine page also includes a small image of a drawing by Benjamin Rowland, Jr., and an introductory section highlighting his scholarly work and contributions to art education.

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The image shows an open book or catalog with text and images related to art exhibitions and artists. The left page contains a section titled 'New Yorker Staff and Contributors,' listing various individuals and their roles, such as cartographers, photographers, and designers. It mentions that some of these contributors will have their work on display at the Harvard Cooperative Society.

The right page features an article about an art exhibition titled 'The Art of Landscape: French Paintings from the Fogg.' The exhibition includes works by Claude Lorrain, and the text discusses the significance of the artist's work and the details of the exhibition, which is held at the Fogg Art Museum and will travel to other institutions. The article also includes a description of a portrait of Benjamin Rowland, Jr., by his son, Benjamin Rowland, Jr., and details about his life and contributions to art education.

The bottom of the right page includes an image of a painting, which appears to be a landscape, and a description of the artwork next to it.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine with several articles and an illustration related to art exhibitions.

  1. Top Article (Left Column):

    • Title: Not explicitly mentioned, but it discusses the availability of an exhibition catalog.
    • Content: The article explains that university students and faculty interested in the exhibition at the Norman Simon Museum can obtain a catalog for $1. The exhibition, titled "RENTA PROGRAM," runs from September 17 through September 29. The museum's hours are mentioned: Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 4 PM. The majority of the exhibited works are from San Francisco and are primarily prints.
  2. Middle Article (Left Column):

    • Title: "Harvard's Graphic Art consists of drawings completed since 60's."
    • Content: This article describes an exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, featuring 60 works from contemporary artists such as Philip Pearlstein, Jim Dine, and others. The exhibition runs from September 28 and includes a brief history of the collection's development.
  3. Top Article (Right Column):

    • Title: "Exhibition of drawings by Claude Lorrain."
    • Content: This article discusses an exhibition at the Princeton University Art Museum, showcasing 27 drawings by the famous landscape painter Claude Lorrain. The exhibition is open to the public and will be on display until October 21. It includes a brief biography of Claude Lorrain, who lived in Rome during the 17th century, and highlights his influence on art.
  4. Bottom Article (Right Column):

    • Title: "Benjamin Rowland, Jr."
    • Content: The article is a tribute to Benjamin Rowland, Jr., a professor known for his love of art, particularly watercolor painting. Rowland was an authority on Indian art and a Harvard faculty member for 40 years. The piece mentions his influence and the impact of his work and personality on his colleagues and students.
  5. Illustrations:

    • The page includes two images:
      • One of a detailed mechanical drawing, possibly an etching or engraving.
      • A sketch of a building, likely part of the article about Claude Lorrain's drawings.

Overall, the page is dedicated to various art exhibitions and tributes to significant figures in the art community.

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The image shows a page from a publication, likely a catalog or brochure, detailing an art exhibition. The exhibition is titled "The Claude Lorrain Album in the Norton Simon Collection" and is organized by Princeton University's Art Museum. The exhibition runs from September 17 through September 29 and is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays.

Key points of the exhibition include:

  1. Exhibition Overview:

    • The exhibition features prints by contemporary artists such as William Wiley, Helen Frankenthaler, Dan Christensen, Al Held, Robert Goodnough, Philip Pearlstein, Ralph Goings, and John Clem Clarke.
    • The prints are available for rent through the PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM.
  2. Claude Lorrain Album:

    • The exhibition includes the Claude Lorrain Album, purchased by Norton Simon in 1968. This album is notable for containing 60 drawings by Claude Lorrain, a famous landscape painter.
    • The album has been on display at various institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Princeton University Art Museum, and the Allen Memorial Art Museum at Oberlin College.
    • The exhibition is a tribute to Benjamin Rowland Jr., who was an influential figure in the art world and a friend of Claude Lorrain.
  3. Drawings and Exhibits:

    • The album's drawings, figures, and preparatory compositions illustrate Claude Lorrain's work, which was inspired by his travels and observations of nature.
    • The exhibition is curated to provide an extensive look at Lorrain's work, including his systematic study of nature.
  4. Additional Details:

    • The exhibition coincides with the 270th anniversary of the Harvard Corporation, and the prints are available for rent through the school year.
    • The exhibition will travel to several museums after Princeton, including the Wadsworth Atheneum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the Ackland Art Museum, the University Art Museum at Berkeley, and the Allen Memorial Art Museum.

The page also includes an image of a watercolor painting by Benjamin Rowland Jr., titled "S. Newbury, Vt., 1949, watercolor, 21 7/8 x 14 5/8 inches," and a note acknowledging Rowland's contributions to the art community.

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The image is a page from a booklet or brochure detailing various art exhibitions and programs at universities and museums. Here are the details from each section:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • This section lists "New Yorker Staff" and "New Yorker Staff Photographers" with their names, including:
      • Peter Arnold
      • Cynthia Chou
      • James Hill
      • Michael Kalas
      • Robert Frank
      • Richard Avedon
      • Michael Gross
      • John Loengard
      • David Douglas Duncan
      • Martha Holmes
      • Bruce Davidson
      • Leonard Freed
      • Paul Fusco
      • William Klein
      • Ralph Gibson
      • Larry Fink
      • Michael Snow
      • Joel Meyerowitz
      • Bruce Gilden
      • Bruce Davidson
      • Martha Holmes
      • John Loengard
  2. Top Right Section:

    • This section describes an exhibition of contemporary American art prints, available for rental through the PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM.
    • The exhibition is at the Reisinger Museum, from September 17 through September 29, with an extended view time on Saturdays until 4 P.M.
    • The collection includes prints by William Wiley, Helen Frankenthaler, Dan Christensen, Al Held, Robert Goodnough, Philip Pearlstein, Ralph Goings, and John Cleon Clarke.
    • The exhibition is available for rental from September 28 through the school year, with a brief essay by the curator, John Loengard, available upon request.
  3. Middle Section:

    • This section details a traveling exhibition, "The Claude Lorrain Album," which opened on September 21 at the Norton Simon Museum.
    • The album was purchased by Norton Simon in 1968 and is a collection of Claude Lorrain’s drawings and watercolors.
    • The exhibition will travel to various museums, including the University of California, Berkeley; the Art Museum, Princeton University; the Ackland Art Museum, Chapel Hill; the Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College; and the University Art Museum, University of California, Santa Barbara.
    • The exhibition is curated by Professor Benjamin Rowland Jr., who wrote a catalogue essay for the exhibition.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • The section describes the print rental program, which includes contemporary prints by various artists.
    • The prints are available for rent at rates ranging from $5 to $25, with a rental period extending to Harvard Corporation Appointees.
    • The exhibition coincides with the Harvard Print Rental Program and includes a brief essay by the curator.
  5. Bottom Right Section:

    • This section provides a description of the artist Claude Lorrain and his works.
    • It mentions a tribute to Benjamin Rowland Jr., who was a renowned professor and art historian, with a personal connection to Claude Lorrain's art.
    • The text highlights Rowland’s extensive research and admiration for Claude Lorrain’s work, noting that the exhibition is a significant tribute to Rowland's contributions to art history.
  6. Image of Benjamin Rowland Jr.:

    • A black-and-white photograph of Benjamin Rowland Jr. is included, showing him in a formal pose, with a detailed caption and brief biographical note.

Overall, the brochure serves as a guide to various art exhibitions and programs, emphasizing the availability of prints for rental and the significance of Claude Lorrain's work and the contributions of Benjamin Rowland Jr. to the field of art history.

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The image shows an open book with text and two black-and-white images on the right-hand page. The text appears to discuss art exhibitions, artists, and specific artworks. On the left side of the right page, there is a small photograph of a girl on an empire sofa, which was produced by Philip Pearlstein in 1972, described as a lithograph in brown, hand-printed from an aluminum plate, measuring 32 1/4 x 24 inches.

On the right side of the right page is a detailed black-and-white illustration titled "Benjamin Rowland, Jr. Doe Corners, S. Newbury, Vt., 1949," a watercolor measuring 21 7/8 x 14 5/8 inches, lent by Mrs. Benjamin Rowland, Jr. The illustration depicts a rustic, stone building surrounded by trees.

The text on the page provides information about an exhibition featuring the Claude Lorrain Album, details about Benjamin Rowland Jr., and additional art exhibition details from institutions such as Harvard University and Princeton University. There is also a small illustration on the far left side of the spread, showing a drawing of a portion of a bricked wall and a chair.

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The image shows an open book or magazine displaying two pages of text with a small inset image on the left page and a black and white illustration on the right page. The text appears to be from an art-focused publication.

On the left page, the inset image is a photograph of a sculpture or figurine titled "Philip Pearlstein, Girl on Empire Sofa, 1972," which is a photolithograph in brown, hand-printed from an aluminum plate, sized 32 x 24 inches. The caption mentions that it is through the Harvard Radcliffe Print Rental Program and framed prints such as this may be rented for the school year.

The right page features a black and white image of an artwork in the upper right corner. The text beside it discusses various topics related to art exhibitions, artists, and an individual named Benjamin Rowland, Jr., whose work, titled "Dee Coners, Newbury, Vt., 1949, watercolor," is mentioned. It mentions that sizes and information about this particular piece are lent by Mrs. Benjamin Rowland, Jr.

The surrounding text discusses details about different art exhibitions, including mentions of Harvard Corporation, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Claude Lorrain album. It also references a number of institutions such as Smith College, Wellesley College, and the University of California, Berkeley.

The text seems aimed at a readership interested in art history, exhibitions, and the fine arts, possibly serving as a newsletter or guide for academic or museum communities.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page is titled "highly contemporary American drawings completed in the 60s and 70s" and appears to be a catalog or description of an art exhibition. The text discusses a collection of drawings by artists such as Philip Pearlstein, Ed Ruscha, and others, including details about the exhibition, such as its opening date (September 21), location (at Harvard University), and the artists featured. The page also mentions that the drawings are available for rental, with prices ranging from $5 to $25, and includes a description of the exhibition's format and scope.

The right page continues the narrative, focusing on an exhibition of drawings by Benjamin Rowland, Jr., curated by Dorothy Simon. The text provides background on Rowland, describing him as a professor at Harvard University and a renowned watercolor painter. It highlights his contributions to the field of art, particularly his work in watercolor painting, and mentions his influence on various institutions and artists. The page also includes a brief tribute to Rowland, noting his passing and the legacy of his work.

The layout includes a small black-and-white photograph of a drawing or artwork on the left page, which appears to be a still life or figure study. The text is formatted in a standard book style, with paragraphs and headings clearly organized. The overall design suggests this is part of an art catalog, exhibition guide, or academic publication.

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An open book with a black and white image of a woman sitting on a sofa with her legs crossed. The book contains text that reads, "Philip Pearlstein, Girl on Empire Sofa, 1972. Lithograph in brown, hand-printed from an aluminum plate, 32 1/2 x 24 inches. Through the Harvard Print Rental Program, framed Radcliffe prints such as this may be rented for the school year." The book also contains a black and white image of a building and a person standing in front of it.