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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1973-1974

ARCH.2013.5.16, Rendition: 799472

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The image is a page from a publication, likely a newsletter or a magazine, detailing various news and events related to the fine arts and academic departments. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

  1. The Development of the Relief:

    • A discussion on the evolution of relief art in the Byzantine and Romanesque periods, focusing on the use of space and the influence of Greek and Roman art.
  2. Bucher-Reisinger Museum News:

    • An announcement about the Bucher-Reisinger Museum, including a lecture by Dr. Ursula Edith Reinhardt on the development of ancient art.
    • The museum has acquired a significant number of objects, including a Roman bronze lamp and a Byzantine bronze cross.
  3. Happy Folks:

    • A humorous anecdote about a bronze statue of a cat, which is a gift from the Saint Barbara statue at the Art Institute of Chicago.
  4. Boston Musica Viva Concerts:

    • Information about the Boston Musica Viva concerts, featuring works by contemporary composers and performed by musicians from Boston.
  5. News of the Fine Arts Department:

    • Welcomes new faculty members, including Neil A. Katz, who will teach courses in Fine Arts and Architecture.
    • Announces courses to be taught by various professors, including those on sabbatical leave.
    • Mentions Professor Oleg Grabar's receipt of a Guggenheim Fellowship and his new book on Islamic art.
  6. Study Trip to China:

    • Details about a study trip to China by a group of American scholars and scientists.
    • The trip was sponsored by the Committee on Scholarly Communication with the People's Republic of China.
    • The delegation visited various cities and institutions, including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and archaeological sites.
    • The trip included visits to museums, universities, and cultural sites, with a focus on archaeological and historical research.

The page also includes a small photograph of a sculpture and a line drawing of an artifact, adding visual context to the textual information.

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Left Page:

  1. Headline: "The Development of the Babylonian"

    • The text discusses the theme of an exhibition of Babylonian art, which is presented by the Department of Ancient Art and is on view at the Museum.
    • The exhibition features approximately 300 objects, including significant loans from various American museums and private collections.
    • Notable items include a reconstruction of a room from the North Palace of Nebuchadnezzar II, loans from the British Museum, and a section devoted to the Ishtar Gate.
    • The exhibition is supported by a wide range of programs, including lectures, films, and a symposium, and will be open from September 19 to October 21, with an extended run through November 1 for the Ishtar Gate section.
  2. Section: News of the Fine Arts Department

    • Announces the appointment of Richard Pritt, Professor at the Boston Conservatory of Music, to present a concert series featuring works by Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, with performances at 12:15 P.M. on specific Thursdays.
    • On October 25, the Museum will present an organ concert by Hermann H. Rassow, featuring works by German composers, in the presence of the German Consul General.
    • The Fine Arts Department welcomes two new faculty members: Neil Levine, specializing in 19th-century and modern architecture, and Henry Hope, an assistant professor of the history of Western Art, with a focus on medieval and Renaissance art.
    • Professor John Rosenfield will be on sabbatical, and other professors will take on additional teaching roles during the fall semester.

Right Page:

  1. Headline: Study Trip to China
    • Describes a study trip to China organized by the Committee on Scholarly Travel, with the participation of the People’s Republic of China. The group, including scholars and scientists, visited various cities and institutions, including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and several museums.
    • The trip included visits to Beijing, Xi’an, Nanking, and Shanghai, with special access to archaeological sites, such as the excavation at Anyang and the Great Wall. The delegation also met with Chinese scholars and enjoyed cultural performances.

The layout includes images, with one depicting an ancient sculpture and another showing a group of people on a study trip, possibly related to the articles. The text is formal and informative, aimed at informing readers about museum exhibitions, faculty changes, and academic travel.

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The image contains several segments of text related to cultural and academic events, primarily from a publication or newsletter. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Bush-Reisinger Museum News:

    • Exhibition on Greek and Roman Coins:
      An exhibition titled "GREEK AND ROMAN COINS" is being organized by the American Numismatic Society. It will display coins from the ancient world, including examples from the recent acquisition of the Fogg's collection.
      • The exhibition opens on September 20 and will continue into the fall.
      • A selection of contemporary American medallic art will also be shown.
    • New Acquisitions:
      The Busch-Reisinger Museum has acquired several artworks through donations, including a large drawing by Max Beckmann, a bronze sculpture by Sarah R. Platt, and two bronze casts by Auguste Rodin.
      • The Rodin bronzes are a gift from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and depict busts of Victor Hugo and Henri Rochefort.
      • The museum has also received a photograph by HARD MARGOT (1889), showing Bremen Town Musicians, a well-known statue in Bremen, Germany.
  2. Boston Musica Viva Concert:

    • Scheduled for November 13 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, featuring works by Goeyvaerts, Martirano, Varèse, and Foss, with guest performers including pianists and percussionists from Boston.
  3. Richard Pittman Concert:

    • Richard Pittman, a professor at the Boston Conservatory of Music, will give a concert of solo guitar music on October 25.
    • The concert features modern compositions and will include works by Gerhard, Henze, Harrison, and others.
  4. News of the Fine Arts Department:

    • Faculty members have received various accolades and appointments:
      • Neil A. Levine will teach at Yale University as an instructor.
      • Henri Zerner has been appointed to teach at the Fogg.
      • Konrad Oberhuber is on sabbatical to study in Florence.
      • Seymour Slive will teach at the New England Conservatory of Music.
      • Edgar Peters Bowron will be an instructor in Fine Arts.
    • Margaret Fisher, a graduate student, is working on a project related to French architectural theory.
  5. Study Trip to China:

    • A group of American scholars and scientists visited China, sponsored by the Committee on Scholarly Communication with the People’s Republic of China.
    • The delegation included experts from various fields and visited major cities and historical sites.
    • Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, among others, visited museums and archaeological sites, noting both impressive and less advanced aspects of museum practices.
  6. Book Announcement:

    • Yale University Press has published a book titled "Heaven's Chronicle" by Benjamin Rowland, Jr., available at the Museum Sales Desk for $17.50.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring various articles related to art, history, and academia. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Title: "The Development of the Ballets Russes"
    • The article discusses an exhibition curated by Dr. Robert Cohen, featuring works by Greek and Roman artists. It highlights the influence of ancient art on the Ballets Russes, with an emphasis on the theme of "GREEK AND ROMAN COINS."
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Title: "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM NEWS"
    • This article announces an exhibition of photographs by Margaret Fisher, who is known for her innovative use of white woven paper. The exhibition runs from September 19 to October 2.
    • The Busch-Reisinger Museum also features an exhibition of fifty Greek and Roman coins and fifty Greek vases.
    • The article mentions a concert by organist Hermann Harrassowitz on October 25, free of charge.
  3. Center Article:

    • Title: "NEWS OF THE FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT"
    • The article introduces two new faculty members: Mr. William N. Levine, a graduate student at Yale University specializing in 19th-century and modern art, and Henry Maguire, who will teach courses on Art and Architecture of Western Europe in the Early Middle Ages, and Methods of Research in Medieval Art.
    • It also mentions that Professor John M. Rosenfield will be on sabbatical leave in Florence, and Professor Oleg Grabar has received a Guggenheim Fellowship.
  4. Bottom Left Article:

    • Title: "STUDY TRIP TO CHINA"
    • This article discusses a study trip to China led by a group of American scholars and scientists. The trip includes visits to major cities, institutions, and archaeological sites, such as Peking, Shanghai, and Chengtu. The group will also visit the Great Wall, the Ming Tombs, and the Forbidden City.
  5. Bottom Right Image:

    • A photograph of a museum or gallery setting, likely related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum news, showing a display of ancient coins and vases.
  6. Additional Information:

    • The page also lists the availability of a book titled "The Development of the Ballets Russes" by Richard Pittman, available at the Museum Sales Desk for $17.50.
    • It includes a mention of a concert by Hermann Harrassowitz on October 25, highlighting his expertise in organ music.

The page overall focuses on cultural, historical, and educational news, particularly within the realm of art and academia.

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The image contains a page from a magazine or newspaper, featuring a mix of articles and advertisements related to art, music, and travel.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A short article titled "The Development of the Baroque" discusses the exhibition of Greek and Roman coins from the 4th century B.C. to the 4th century A.D. The exhibition, organized by the American Numismatic Association, is on loan from the Bush-Reisinger Museum.
  2. Top Right Corner:

    • An article about an exhibition titled "GREEK AND ROMAN COINS" at the Bush-Reisinger Museum. It mentions that the exhibition is a collaboration with the American Numismatic Association and runs from September 19 to October 2. The exhibition features over 250 coins and tokens, with a focus on the Greek and Roman periods.
  3. Middle Left:

    • A photograph and article about Margaret Fisher, an artist who works with ink and paper, and her piece titled "Untitled, Ink and Wash on White Wove Paper" from 1975. The piece is part of a collection at the Art Institute of Chicago.
    • Information about the Bush-Reisinger Museum's acquisition of a set of sculptures by Gerhard Marcks, a German sculptor known for his work in the 20th century.
  4. Middle Center:

    • An advertisement for a book titled "The Development of the Baroque" by Richard Pittman, available at the Museum Sales Desk and in bookstores for $17.50.
  5. Middle Right:

    • An advertisement for a concert by Hermann Harassowitz featuring an organ concert on October 25 at the Boston Conservatory of Music. The concert is free and open to the public.
  6. Bottom Left:

    • News from the Fine Arts Department of Yale University, announcing the hiring of two new faculty members: Nellie A. Levine, who will teach 19th-century and modern art, and Henry Maguire, who will teach medieval art.
    • Additional information about a study trip to China for a group of American scholars and scientists, sponsored by the Committee on Scholarly Communication with the People's Republic of China.
  7. Bottom Right:

    • An advertisement for a book titled "The Formation of Islamic Art" by Oleg Grabar, which has received a Guggenheim Fellowship.

The page also includes some additional smaller notes and listings, such as a concert schedule, an announcement for a study trip to China, and some fine arts department updates.

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  1. Exhibition Announcement:

    • The first part of the page discusses an exhibition titled "The Development of the Balalaika" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. This exhibition, organized by the Greek and Roman Coin Society, features a collection of Greek and Roman coins and highlights the evolution of musical instruments, specifically the balalaika, from ancient times to modern periods.
  2. Art Exhibition:

    • An article mentions a Chicago artist named Margaret Fisher, whose works are on display at the Art Institute of Chicago. The piece highlights her unique style and her dedication to creating artworks in numismatics.
  3. Musical Events:

    • A concert series is announced at the Boston Conservatory of Music. It includes a variety of concerts and performances scheduled for different dates, including an organ concert featuring Hermann Harrassowitz.
  4. News from the Fine Arts Department:

    • The Fine Arts Department welcomes two new faculty members: Nellie Levine and Henry Maguire. Levine will teach courses in 19th-century and modern art, while Maguire will focus on medieval art research and teaching.
  5. Study Trip to China:

    • An article describes a study trip to China organized by Yale University. The trip includes visits to several historical and cultural sites, such as the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Great Wall, and the Ming Tombs, with a focus on ancient Chinese art and history.
  6. Advertisements:

    • On the right side of the page, there are advertisements for:
      • "The Development of the Balalaika" exhibition at $17.50.
      • A book titled "The Formation of Islamic Art" by Oleg Grabar.
      • Concert tickets for Boston Musica Viva concerts.

Overall, the page is rich with cultural and educational information, highlighting art exhibitions, musical performances, new faculty, and an organized study trip.

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The topics covered on the left page include "Busch-Reisinger Museum News", which discusses exhibitions and acquisitions, and also mentions some art pieces with their descriptions and provenance.

The right page features several columns of text discussing various topics related to educational and cultural events or news. Near the top, there is a section titled "Study Trip to China," which summarizes the experiences of a group of American scholars and students on a nominally Communist education study trip to China. The text describes visits to historical and archaeological sites and museums, offering a glimpse into Chinese history and culture.

The text is in English and seems to relate to academic or university affairs, including lectures, music events, art acquisitions, and educational trips. The pages are part of a publication, likely a newsletter or magazine associated with an academic institution or museum, given the content relating to fine arts and cultural events.

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  1. News of the Fine Arts Department: This section announces new faculty members, including Neil A. Levine, a graduate student at Yale University, and mentions courses offered in Western European Art, Architecture, and other related fields. It also references a concert tour by Mr. H. Rassow under the auspices of the German government.

  2. Study Trip to China: This section describes a scholarly expedition involving American travelers and scientists, including Max Loahr and Abby Aldrich Rockefeller. It details their journey through China, visiting cities such as Hong Kong, Canton, Peking, and Shensi, and highlights archaeological discoveries, including the site of Chü-yü-kuan Pass and the Ming Tombs.

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