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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1974-1975

ARCH.2013.5.17, Rendition: 799436

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The image is a page from a book or a binder, featuring two black-and-white photographs of historical artifacts, specifically liturgical vessels. The page is titled "Eucharistic Vessels" and dated "Feb. 1978" in handwriting.

  1. Left Image:

    • Description: The image shows a paten, a small plate used to hold Eucharistic bread.
    • Details: The paten is silver with silver-gilt borders and niello (a black metallic alloy used for inlay). It features a detailed engraving in the center depicting a religious scene.
    • Origin and Date: The paten is Austrian, dating back to the 14th century.
    • Location: It is from St. Lambrecht in Steiermark, Austria.
    • Current Collection: The Cleveland Museum of Art, a gift from the John L. Putnam Foundation.
  2. Right Image:

    • Description: The image shows a monstrance, a vessel used in the Roman Catholic and some Anglican churches to display the consecrated Eucharistic host.
    • Details: The monstrance is made of gilt copper and glass, with a cross at the top and an ornate design.
    • Origin and Date: It is French, from the 14th century.
    • Location: It is from the Musée Réattu in Arles, France.
    • Photographer: The photograph is credited to E. Irving Blomstrann, courtesy of The Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford.

The page appears to be part of a collection or study on Eucharistic vessels, documenting their historical and artistic significance.

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The image displays an open book with the title "Eucharistic Vessels" handwritten at the top, dated February 1975. The page features two black-and-white photographs of religious artifacts.

On the left, there is an image of a round, flat object, identified as a "Pyx (silver with silver-gilt border and medallion; Austria; 13th or 14th century)." The caption notes that it was on view through Saturday in "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" at The Cleveland Museum of Art, courtesy of the John B. Putnam Foundation.

On the right, there is an image of a tall, ornate object identified as a "Lanterne (copper gilt and glass; France; 14th century)." The caption indicates that it was on view through Saturday in the same exhibition at The Walpole Gallery in Hartford.

The images and notations suggest that the book is a catalog or documentation of historical religious artifacts displayed in an exhibition.

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The image is a page from an exhibition catalog titled "Eucharistic Vessels," dated February 1978. This page features two distinct religious artifacts:

  1. Left Image:

    • Artifact: Pyx
    • Description: The Pyx is a small, circular container with a hinged lid, used in Christian liturgy to carry the Eucharistic bread. This particular Pyx is silver with gilt borders and medallions.
    • Origin: Austria
    • Date: 13th or 14th century
    • Exhibition Information: This artifact is displayed as part of the "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" exhibit at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, shown on Saturdays by appointment. The photo is courtesy of the Cleveland Museum of Art and was a gift from the John B. Putnam Foundation.
  2. Right Image:

    • Artifact: Monstrance
    • Description: The Monstrance is a vessel designed to display the consecrated Eucharistic host. This example features a tall, ornate stand with a glass enclosure at the top where the host is placed.
    • Materials: Copper gilt and glass
    • Origin: France
    • Date: 14th century
    • Exhibition Information: This Monstrance is also part of the "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, shown through Saturday. The image is courtesy of The Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford.

The page provides a historical and artistic context for these religious artifacts, emphasizing their significance and craftsmanship during the Middle Ages.

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The image shows an open page from a book or notebook, dated February 1975, with the title "Eucharistic Vessels" written at the top. The page contains two photographs of religious artifacts, specifically Eucharistic vessels from the Middle Ages.

  1. Left Image:

    • Description: This is a photograph of a Pyx, which is a small, often round, container used to hold the Eucharistic Hosts.
    • Details: The Pyx is made of silver with silver gilt borders and medallion. It is from Austria and dated to the 13th or 14th century.
    • Caption: The caption notes that it is "on view through Saturday in the Busch-Reisinger Museum" and mentions it is part of the exhibition "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages." The photograph is credited to the Cleveland Museum of Art, a gift from the John B. Putnam Foundation.
  2. Right Image:

    • Description: This photograph depicts a Monstrance, a vessel used to display the consecrated Host during Eucharistic adoration.
    • Details: The Monstrance is made of copper gilt and glass and is from France, dating to the 14th century.
    • Caption: The caption states it is "at the Busch-Reisinger through Saturday" in the exhibition "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages." The photograph is credited to Irving Blumenthal, courtesy of The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore.

The page appears to be part of a collection or reference material on Eucharistic vessels from the Middle Ages, with detailed notes and photographic documentation of specific pieces from historical exhibitions.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or catalog, specifically dated February 1975, with the heading "Eucharistic Vessels." The page contains two black-and-white photographs of historical religious artifacts.

  1. Left Image:

    • The artifact is labeled as a "Pyxis" (a small box or container).
    • It is described as a silver object with silver gilt borders and a medallion.
    • The pyxis is from Austria, dating from the 13th or 14th century.
    • The caption mentions that it was on view through Saturday at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through Saturday in "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages."
    • The image is credited to the Cleveland Museum of Art, a gift of the John B. Putnam Foundation.
  2. Right Image:

    • The artifact is labeled as a "Monstrance" (a vessel used in Christian liturgy to display the Eucharist).
    • It is described as a copper gilt and glass piece from France, dating from the 14th century.
    • The caption notes that it was on view at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through Saturday in "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages."
    • The photograph is credited to Irving Blatman, courtesy of the Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford.

The page seems to be part of a catalog or an exhibition guide for a historical religious art exhibition. The artifacts shown are significant pieces from the Middle Ages, reflecting the craftsmanship and religious practices of the period.

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The image shows a page from an old catalog or book titled "Eucharistic Vessels," dated February 1975.

On this page, there are two photographs of historical religious artifacts:

  1. The left photograph depicts a pyx, an ornate silver vessel used to store the consecrated host during Catholic Mass. This pyx has gilt borders and medallions, and it is described as being from Austria, dating from the 13th or 14th century. It is noted to be part of the "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" and is on view through Saturday at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, courtesy of The Cleveland Museum of Art, with a gift from the John B. Putnam Foundation.

  2. The right photograph displays a monstrance, a vessel used to expose the Eucharistic host during adoration. It is made of copper gilt and glass, and it is from France, dating from the 14th century. The caption mentions it is part of the collection at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through Saturday, with a photo by Irving Blumenthal, courtesy of The Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford.

The page is part of a catalog likely detailing various historical and religious artifacts related to the Eucharist.

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The image shows an open book or album page with two black-and-white newspaper or magazine clippings adhered to it. The page is titled "Eucharistic Vessels Feb. 1975" written in blue ink at the top center.

The left clipping is a photo of a round silver dish called a "Pyx," with silver gilt borders and a medallion depicting a religious scene at its center. According to the caption, the Pyx is from Austria, dating from the 13th or 14th century. The photo credit is given to The Cleveland Museum of Art.

The right clipping depicts a "Monstrance," a tall ornate vessel used in Christian liturgical practices, made of copper gilt and glass. This monstrance is from 14th century France and has a cross at the top and a glass enclosure. The photo credit is attributed to The Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford.

Both clippings reference the exhibit or article "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" and the Busch-Reisinger museum.

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This image is of a page from a book or a catalog featuring photographs and descriptions of two historical objects, presumably Eucharistic vessels from the medieval period, given the handwritten note at the top of the page that says "Eucharistic Vessels Feb 1975."

On the left side, there is a photograph of a round, metal object with embellished borders and a medallion in the center. Below it, the caption provides details about it being a Paten made of silver with silver gilt borders and medallion, originating from Austria, dated to the 13th or 14th century. It specifies that this view is through X-ray, suggesting that the image captures details that may not be visible to the naked eye. This item is listed as being in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, a gift of the John L. Putnam Foundation.

On the right side, a photograph depicts a tall object appearing to be a standing vessel with a hexagonal shape and a cross on top, possibly used for holding Eucharistic elements. The caption under this photo identifies the object as a Monstrance made of copper gilt and glass from France, also dating to the 14th century. It is noted to be on display in "The Ecclesiastical Vestments of the Middle Ages" exhibition. This object is from the collection of The Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, as per the information provided.

The overall composition suggests the page is from a scholarly work or a museum catalog about medieval Christian liturgical objects.

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The image shows an open book with a page featuring a black-and-white photograph of a silver chalice and a silver pyx, both with intricate designs. The book's page has a title "Eucharistic Vessels" and a date "Feb. 1975" at the top. The photograph of the chalice is labeled "Austria, 13th or 14th century," and the photograph of the pyx is labeled "Austria, 13th or 14th century." The book's page also includes a note that reads "Pyx (silver with silver gilt borders and medallion) Austria; 13th or 14th century - on view through Saturday in the Busch-Reisinger's 'Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages' (Photo: courtesy of The Cleveland Museum of Art; gift of the John B. Putnam Foundation)."

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The image shows an open book with a green cover on a gray surface. The book is open to a page with text and images. The text is written in cursive and is titled "Eucharistic Vessels." The text is accompanied by two images. The first image is a black-and-white photograph of a round plate with a cross on it. The second image is a black-and-white photograph of a cross with a candle on top.