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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1973-1974

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The image shows a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The release is dated November 26, 1973.

The press release announces an exhibition of sculptures by Georg Kolbe (1877-1947), described as "one of the foremost German sculptors of this century." The exhibition is set to run from November 30 through January 5.

Key points from the press release include:

  1. Collector Information: B. Gerald Cantor of Beverly Hills is noted as the principal collector of Georg Kolbe's sculptural works. The exhibition will feature twenty-six pieces from his collection along with fifteen crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin.

  2. Significance for Americans: The exhibition is highlighted as a rare opportunity for Americans to view a significant collection of Kolbe's works, as they have rarely been exhibited in the United States.

  3. Artistic Comparison: Georg Kolbe's sculpture is compared to that of Auguste Rodin. While Kolbe's early works show Rodin's influence, the two artists had no direct personal contact. Mr. Cantor, who is also a collector of Rodin's works, initially found Kolbe's work appealing due to its similarities with Rodin's.

  4. Director's Insight: Thomas W. Leavitt, Director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, is mentioned in relation to the exhibition, emphasizing the unique qualities of Kolbe's work that Cantor appreciated.

The press release concludes with a note indicating that further information and glossies can be obtained by contacting Emily Tipermas at 495-2397.

The document is placed inside an open book or binder, with visible edges of other pages.

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The image shows a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated November 26, 1973. The release is titled "SCULPTURE BY GEORG KOLBE (1877-1947), 'ONE OF THE FOREMOST GERMAN SCULPTORS OF THIS CENTURY,' AT THE BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM."

Key points from the press release include:

  • The exhibition will feature sculptures and drawings by Georg Kolbe.
  • B. Gerald Cantor, a principal collector of Kolbe’s works, will be presenting 26 sculptures from his collection and 15 crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin.
  • The exhibition is scheduled to run from November 30, 1973, through January 5, 1974.

The press release emphasizes the significance of this exhibition for Americans, stating that they had never before had an opportunity to see many of Kolbe’s works in one place within the United States until the Cantor collection was made available.

Additionally, it notes that Kolbe’s sculptures have often been compared to those of Auguste Rodin, despite Kolbe not being a student of Rodin and having minimal personal contact with him. The comparison was initially noted by Mr. Cantor due to Kolbe’s stylistic similarities with Rodin but later realized by Thomas W. Leavitt, Director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, that Kolbe's work was distinctively different from Rodin's. Contact information for further details is provided, listing Emily Tipermas at 495-2397.

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The image shows a typed document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated November 26, 1973. The document is a press release titled "SCULPTURE BY GEORG KOLBE (1877-1947), 'ONE OF THE FOREMOST GERMAN SCULPTORS OF THIS CENTURY,' AT THE BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM."

Key points from the press release:

  • B. Gerald Cantor, of Beverly Hills, is the main collector of Georg Kolbe's sculptural works. His collection, featuring 26 pieces, along with 15 crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin, will be exhibited at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from November 30 through January 5.
  • The exhibition is significant because it provides Americans with the rare opportunity to view many of Kolbe's works together, something not previously possible without traveling to Berlin.
  • Georg Kolbe's work is often compared to that of Auguste Rodin, though Kolbe was not Rodin's student. Their only interaction was a single visit; however, Kolbe's early works show Rodin's influence.
  • B. Gerald Cantor, an avid collector of Rodin's works, was initially drawn to Kolbe because of the perceived similarities to Rodin's style.
  • The press release is signed at the bottom by Thomas W. Leavitt, Director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, where the exhibition originated.

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The image shows a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The release is dated November 26, 1973, and announces an exhibition of sculptures by Georg Kolbe, described as "one of the foremost German sculptors of this century."

Key points from the press release:

  1. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition features sculptures by Georg Kolbe (1877-1947).
    • The exhibition will take place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from November 30 through January 5.
  2. Collection:

    • B. Gerald Cantor from Beverly Hills is the principal collector of Kolbe's works.
    • The exhibition includes 26 pieces from Cantor’s collection and 15 crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin.
  3. Significance:

    • This exhibition is special for Americans because it provides a rare opportunity to view a significant number of Kolbe’s works together, something that hasn't been available in the U.S. before.
  4. Artistic Influence:

    • Georg Kolbe’s sculpture has often been compared to that of Auguste Rodin.
    • Although Kolbe’s early pieces reflect Rodin’s influence, Kolbe was not a student of Rodin, and the two artists had minimal personal contact.
    • B. Gerald Cantor, initially drawn to Kolbe because of his perceived alignment with Rodin, eventually recognized Kolbe's unique artistic contributions.
  5. Contact Information:

    • For further information and glossies, the press release directs inquiries to Emily Tippermas at 495-2397.

The press release aims to generate interest and provide background information on the significance of the upcoming Georg Kolbe exhibition.

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The image shows a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated November 26, 1973. The release announces an exhibition of sculptures by Georg Kolbe (1877-1947), described as "one of the foremost German sculptors of this century."

Key points include:

  • The exhibition features 26 pieces from the collection of B. Gerald Cantor of Beverly Hills, along with 15 crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin.
  • The exhibition is scheduled to be held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from November 30 through January 5.
  • The press release highlights that this is a significant opportunity for Americans to see a large collection of Kolbe’s works together, as most have not had the chance to view more than a couple of his pieces in this country before.
  • It mentions that Kolbe’s sculpture has been compared to that of Auguste Rodin, although Kolbe was not a student of Rodin and the two artists had minimal personal contact.
  • Mr. Cantor, a long-time collector of Kolbe’s works, was initially drawn to Kolbe because he did not seem closely aligned with Rodin, but later realized Kolbe’s unique artistic style.
  • The press release is signed off with a note to contact Emily Tipermas for further information and glossies at 495-2397.

The document is partially cut off at the bottom, indicating there is more content not shown in the image.

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The image shows a document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, dated November 26, 1973. It is an announcement for an upcoming exhibition featuring the sculpture of Georg Kolbe (1877-1947), described as "one of the foremost German sculptors of this century."

Key details from the document include:

  • The exhibition will be held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from November 30 to January 5.
  • The principal collector of the sculptural works of Georg Kolbe, B. Gerald Cantor of Beverly Hills, is lending 26 pieces from his collection.
  • Additionally, 15 crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin will be included in the exhibition.
  • The document emphasizes that this exhibition is a significant opportunity for Americans to view multiple works by Kolbe together, as it is not common in the U.S. outside of Berlin.
  • Georg Kolbe’s sculptures are noted to be frequently compared to those of Auguste Rodin, but Kolbe was not a student of Rodin and they had minimal personal contact.
  • Mr. Cantor initially collected Kolbe’s works because of their resemblance to Rodin’s, but later recognized Kolbe’s unique style.

The document also provides a contact for further information and materials: Emily Tipermas at 495-2397.

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The image shows a typed press release dated November 26, 1973, from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document announces an exhibition of sculptures by Georg Kolbe (1877-1947), described as one of the foremost German sculptors of the century. It states that B. Gerald Cantor of Beverly Hills, the principal collector of Kolbe's works, is lending twenty-six pieces along with fifteen crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin for the exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, running from November 30 through January 5.

The text explains the significance of the exhibition for Americans who typically have not had the opportunity to see more than a few of Kolbe's works unless they have visited the Berlin museum or another rare showing internationally.

The release also mentions that Kolbe's sculpture is often compared to Auguste Rodin's, noting that while Kolbe was influenced by Rodin, he was not a student and had no real personal contact beyond one visit. It adds that Cantor, a longtime collector of Rodin's work, was initially drawn to Kolbe for these similarities. The document ends with a note by Thomas W. Leavitt, Director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, where the show originated. The text appears to be a partial page, ending mid-sentence with "-More-".

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The image shows a printed document, which appears to be a press release from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. Dated November 26, 1973, it announces an immediate release for an exhibition featuring the sculpture work of Georg Kolbe (1877-1947), referred to as "one of the foremost German sculptors of this century."

The exhibition seems to have been a significant event, as it mentions the principal collector of Kolbe's works, B. Gerald Cantor of Beverly Hills. It provides details about the number of pieces included in the exhibition and the dates it was to run, from November 30 through January 5, with no year specified but likely 1973-1974 given the context.

Further details suggest that this was an important exhibition for American audiences since Kolbe's work was not commonly exhibited in the United States. The document compares Kolbe's sculpture to that of Auguste Rodin and discusses the relationship between the two artists.

The document also references Thomas W. Leavitt, Director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, indicating the exhibition may have originated there.

There's a mention of more information to follow on subsequent pages (indicated by "-More-"), and there is a handwritten mark in the top left corner that resembles a check mark or an incomplete number. The document is slightly worn around the edges, suggesting age and use.

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The image shows a page from a printed document or booklet related to an art exhibition. The document is from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The page appears to be part of a press release or exhibition announcement dated November 26, 1973.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the Busch-Reisinger Museum logo, along with the affiliation with Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
    • Contact information is provided: "For further information and glossies, please contact Emily Tipermas, 495-2397."
  2. Press Release Title:

    • The press release is titled: "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE!"
    • It announces an exhibition of sculpture by Georg Kolbe (1877–1947), described as "one of the foremost German sculptors of this century."
  3. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition will be held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • B. Gerald Cantor, a collector from Beverly Hills, is highlighted as the principal collector of Kolbe's sculptural works.
    • The exhibition will feature twenty-six pieces from Cantor’s collection, along with fifteen crayon drawings from the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin.
    • The exhibition dates are November 30 through January 5.
  4. Significance for Americans:

    • The press release emphasizes that this exhibition is particularly significant for Americans because, prior to this, they had limited opportunities to view Kolbe’s works in the United States. Most Americans would only have seen a few pieces at a time, unless they visited the Georg Kolbe Museum in Berlin or saw a rare exhibition abroad.
  5. Artistic Context:

    • Kolbe’s sculpture is compared to that of Auguste Rodin, noting that while Kolbe’s early works show Rodin’s influence, he was not a student of Rodin and had minimal personal contact with him.
    • The press release quotes Thomas W. Leavitt, Director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, where the exhibition originated, indicating that Cantor initially collected Kolbe’s works due to their perceived alignment with Rodin’s style but later realized Kolbe’s unique artistic identity.
  6. Visual Elements:

    • The page is clean and professional, with a simple layout and clear typography.
    • The text is centered and formatted for readability, with headings and subheadings clearly marked.
    • The page appears to be part of a larger document, as indicated by the visible page edges and the partial view of adjacent pages on either side.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a formal and informative press release or exhibition announcement, designed to inform the public about an upcoming sculpture exhibition featuring the works of Georg Kolbe at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The document highlights the historical and artistic significance of the exhibition, particularly for American audiences.

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The image is a page from a book or a document that appears to be an announcement or press release. The page is titled "BUSH-REISINGGER MUSEUM" and is dated November 26, 1973. The document contains information about an exhibition of sculptures by Georg Kolbe, a renowned German sculptor, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The exhibition is described as "One of the foremost German sculptors of this century," and it features 26 pieces from the collection of B. Gerald Cantor, a prominent collector of Kolbe's works. The exhibition runs from November 30 through January 5. The document also mentions that the exhibition is significant for Americans, as it provides an opportunity to view more than a couple of Kolbe's works together, which is rare in the United States. The document provides contact information for further information and glossaries.