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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1976-1980

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The image depicts a page from the Fogg Art Museum Newsletter dated December 1976. The newsletter features various sections including a calendar of exhibitions and events, as well as articles and images related to art exhibitions.

Calendar Section:

  • Exhibitions:
    • Renaissance: Through December 7
    • America 1976: Through December 7
    • Art of Byzantium & Ottoman Turkey: Through January 23
    • Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque: Through January 30
    • Graphic Art in Germany Today: Through January 30
    • Studies in Connoisseurship: Chinese Paintings from the Fogg Museum Collection: March 15 - April 25
    • German and Netherlandish Art of the Period of Dürer and Rembrandt: November 2 - December 5

Friends Evenings:

  • Tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and Special Exhibition:

    • Conducted by Ruth Mark Hastings, Assistant Curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • Wednesday, December 8, at 4:30 p.m.
  • Gallery Talk on Studies in Connoisseurship:

    • By Professor Anne Clapp of Wellesley College.
    • Wednesday, March 3, at 4:30 p.m.

Article: "At the Busch-Reisinger Museum"

  • Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking:
    • A survey of German printmaking of the past thirty years.
    • Opened on December 7 and will remain on view through the end of the year.
    • Organized by Professor Joseph Koerner.
    • Features 130 works by 54 artists.
    • Includes works by known printmakers and artists such as Horst Antes, Will Baumeister, Peter Brüning, Joseph Fassbender, HAP Grieshaber, Heinz Mack, and others.
    • The exhibition is sponsored and funded by Deutsche Lufthansa AG.

Article on Gus:

  • A tribute to Gus, a figure associated with the museum, highlighting his contributions and character.
  • Mentions his involvement in the Sarajevo program and his legacy.

Images:

  • The page includes images of artworks such as a lithograph by Paul Wunderlich titled "Chou Lithograph 1966" and a work by Dieter Roth.

The newsletter provides a snapshot of the museum's activities and exhibitions during that period, showcasing a mix of historical and contemporary art.

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The image depicts an open page from a newsletter or catalog, specifically dated December 1976, from the Fogo Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Calendar and Exhibitions:

    • The left section of the page lists various exhibitions scheduled through mid-December 1976, including:
      • Rembrandt through mid-December.
      • America 1976 through December 7.
      • Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey through January 23.
      • Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque through January 30.
      • Graphic Art in Germany Today through January 3.
      • Studies in Connoisseurship: Chinese Paintings through January 3.
      • German and Netherlands Art of the Period of Durer and Brueghel through March 31.
      • Graphic Art in Germany Today through February 15.
      • Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking from February 23 to May 7.
  2. Friends Evenings:

    • The page mentions two events:
      • A tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection with Assistant Curator Fritz Winter on Wednesday, February 2, at 8 p.m.
      • A gallery talk on Studies in Connoisseurship by Professor Anne Clapp of Wellesley College on Wednesday, March 3, at 8 p.m.
  3. Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking:

    • This section describes an exhibition of German printmaking from the last thirty years at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, open from December 7 and remaining on view through the end of the year.
    • The exhibition includes works by 54 artists, such as Horst Antès, Willi Baumeister, Fritz Winter, and others, and highlights the graphic production of German artists.
    • The exhibition was organized and funded by Deutsche Lufthansa AG and features prints from artists working in Germany, including those who have been less known in the United States.
  4. Fogo Art Museum Newsletter:

    • The bottom right section includes a handwritten note and an image of a lithograph by Paul Wunderlich titled "Cigar Lithograph 1966."
    • There is a brief biography of someone named Gus, describing his administrative and organizational skills, and his work in archaeological projects in Sardis and the Lycian marketplace, mentioning his contributions to the Tenth International Congress of Classical Archaeology.
  5. Additional Content:

    • The page also includes an image of a lithograph and text discussing the work and legacy of Gus, particularly his impact on the Sardis program and his role at the Oriental Institute's prestigious museum.

Overall, the page provides a detailed snapshot of cultural and academic events at the Fogo Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum during December 1976, along with some biographical notes and a lithographic artwork.

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The image depicts a page from a newsletter of the Foggo Art Museum dated December 1976.

  1. Calendar Section:

    • Exhibitions:
      • Rembrandt through mid-December.
      • America 1976 through December 7.
      • Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey through January 23.
      • Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque through January 30.
      • Graphic Art in Germany Today at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through February 3.
      • Studies in Connoisseurship: Chinese Paintings in the Busch-Reisinger Museum through February 23.
      • German and Netherlandish Art of the Period of Dürer and Bruegel through May 7.
  2. Friends Evenings:

    • A tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection on Wednesday, February 2, 8 p.m.
    • A Gallery Talk on Studies in Connoisseurship by Professor Anne Clapp of Wellesley College on Wednesday, March 2, 8 p.m.
  3. Exhibition Details:

    • Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking:
      • Opening on December 7 and remaining through March 31.
      • The exhibition includes works by 54 artists and is curated by Hann Trier, Günter Ucker, Fritz Winter, and Paul Wunderlich.
      • It features German printmakers from the last thirty years, with a focus on artists who are relatively unknown in the United States. Notable artists include Horst Antes, Willi Baumeister, Peter Brüning, Joseph Fassbender, HAP Grieshaber, Horst Jansen, and Max Ernst.
      • The exhibition is organized and funded by Deutsche Lufthansa AG, and it was brought to the museum from Toronto after being exhibited in Montreal. It has previously been shown in Vienna, London, Helsinki, and Berlin.
  4. Biographical Note:

    • The lower part of the page contains a brief obituary or tribute to Gus Swift, written by G.M.A. Hanfmann, detailing his significant contributions and accomplishments, especially his work in archaeological excavations and his role as a curator at the Oriental Institute's prestigious museum.

The bottom left corner of the page has a handwritten note indicating the page is from the Foggo Art Museum Newsletter, dated December 1976.

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The image displays an open book or catalog with two visible pages. The left page features a calendar of events, titled 'Calendar,' with a section for exhibitions and another for 'Friends Evenings.' The exhibitions listed include:

  1. Rembrandt (through mid-December)
  2. America 1976 (through December 7)
  3. Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey (through January 23)
  4. Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque Periods (through January 30)
  5. Graphic Art in Germany Today and Chinese Paintings from the People’s Republic of China (February 7 - March 13)
  6. Studies in Connoisseurship: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from the Kress Collection (February 28 - March 13)
  7. German and Netherlandish Art of the Period of Durer and Brueghel (February 23 - May 7)

The 'Friends Evenings' section lists two events:

  1. Tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection, led by Peter Vergo, Assistant Curator on Wednesday, February 2, at 8 p.m.
  2. Gallery Talk on Studies in Connoisseurship by Professor Anne Clapp of Wellesley College on Wednesday, March 3, at 8 p.m.

The right page features an article titled 'At the Busch-Reisinger Museum,' detailing an exhibition of post-war German printmaking that opened on December 7, 1976. The exhibition, featuring 130 works by 54 artists, includes pieces by Hans Trier, Günther Uecker, and others. The article provides context about the artists and the significance of the exhibition, which was organized by the Deutsche Lufthansa AG and previously shown in Vienna, London, Helsinki, and Stockholm.

At the top of the right page, there is a handwritten note that reads: "Fog Art Museum Newsletter December 1976."

In the center of the right page, there is a black-and-white image of a color lithograph from 1966 by Paul Wunderlich, depicting an abstract human figure and a sheep, with the title 'Paula Wunderlich, Color Lithograph 1966. Courtesy of Deutsche Lufthansa AG.'

The bottom section of the article continues, discussing the contributions of artists and the significance of the exhibition.

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The image shows a page from the Fogg Art Museum's newsletter dated December 1976. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

Calendar of Events

Exhibitions:

  • Rembrandt: An exhibition running through mid-December.
  • America 1976: Displayed through December 7.
  • Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey: On view through January 23.
  • Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque: Displayed through January 30.
  • Graphic Art in Germany Today: At the Busch-Reisinger Museum through January.
  • German and Netherlandish Art of the Period of Dürer and Brueghel: At the Busch-Reisinger Museum from February 2 to March 31.

Friends Evenings

  • Tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection: Scheduled for Wednesday, February 2, at 6 p.m.
  • Gallery Talk on Sculpture in Commonwealth by Professor Anne Clapp of Wellesley College: Scheduled for Wednesday, March 3, at 6 p.m.

At the Busch-Reisinger Museum

Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking:

  • This exhibition provides a survey of German printmaking since the late 1940s, featuring works by various artists from both East and West Germany.
  • The artists include Horst Antes, Willi Baumeister, Max Bill, Peter Brüning, among others.
  • The exhibition includes around 130 works and offers an opportunity to see the development of graphic art in Germany.

Feature Article

  • The newsletter features an article about an exhibition of post-war German printmaking, highlighting the contributions of several artists.
  • The article also mentions Paul Wunderlich and his color lithograph from 1966.
  • There is a note about Gunter Gus, who served as the curator of the Oriental Institute's prestigious Museum. Gus was known for his organizational skills and efforts in expanding the museum's collections. He passed away suddenly, leaving a legacy of significant contributions to the field.

Additional Information

  • The newsletter includes a note on a personal and professional level about Gunter Gus, detailing his career and contributions to the museum field, particularly his work at the Oriental Institute's Museum in Chicago. It mentions his death and his plans to return to Germany for further studies and research.

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The image is a page from a calendar and newsletter for December 1976, specifically from the Fog Art Museum.

Calendar Section:

  • Exhibitions:
    • "Rembrandt" through mid-December.
    • "America 1976" through December 7.
    • "Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey" through January 23.
    • "Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque" through January 30.
    • "Graphic Art in Germany Today" through March 7.
    • "Studies in Connoisseurship: Chinese Paintings" from February 15 to March 31.
    • "German and Netherlands Art of the Period of Durer and Breughel" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from February 23 to May 7.

Friends Evenings:

  • Tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection with Dr. Paul J. Sachs, Museum Curator Emeritus, on Wednesday, February 2, at 8 p.m.
  • Gallery Talk on Studies in Connoisseurship by Professor Anne Clapton of Wellesley College on Wednesday, March 2, at 8 p.m.

Exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum:

  • "Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking" opens on December 7 and will remain through the end of the year.
  • The exhibition features a survey of German printmaking from the last thirty years with works by 54 artists, including Horst Antes, Willi Baumeister, Peter Brüning, Joseph Fassbender, HAP Grieshaber, and Horst Janssen.
  • The exhibition was organized by Deutsche Lufthansa AG and funded by the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • It includes prints of artists working in Germany and those working abroad, such as Josef Albers, Max Ernst, and Hans Hartung.

Newsletter Section:

  • The newsletter is dated December 1976.
  • It includes a brief tribute to Gus Swartz, who had a notable career in archaeology and was involved in the Sardis excavations.
  • Gus Swartz was known for his organizational skills and administrative prowess, which contributed significantly to the success of the Sardis excavations.
  • Gus became the Curator of the Oriental Institute’s prestigious Museum in 1969.
  • The text also mentions his contributions to the publication of archaeological discoveries.

Image:

  • There is a color lithograph by Paul Wunderlich, titled "Cockerel," dated 1966, credited to Deutsche Lufthansa AG.

The page also contains a handwritten note indicating that this is from the Fog Art Museum and the newsletter is from December 1976.

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This image shows a page from what appears to be a newsletter or publication related to an art museum, specifically referencing events, exhibits, and pieces relevant to December 1976. At the top left, there's a section titled "Calendar" with event listings under "EXHIBITIONS" and "FRIENDS EVENINGS." To the right, a section titled "At the Busch-Reisinger Museum" discusses the "EXHIBITION OF POST-WAR GERMAN PRINTMAKING" and provides details about the artists involved and the nature of the works exhibited.

Below the text, there is a black and white illustration of two people, one standing and one sitting, but it's not clear if this is a reproduction of one of the art pieces mentioned in the newsletter or a decorative element, as the bottom of the image is cut off.

The left edge of the page shows a bit of binding, which suggests this page might be part of a bound journal or scrapbook. Additionally, there is a handwritten note overlaid in red that says "FOGG ART MUSEUM NEW NEWSLETTER December 1976," which might indicate someone cataloguing or referencing this issue for archiving or personal note-taking.

It's also worth noting the design and typography typical of late 20th-century print materials, a style that reflects the era of its creation.

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This image shows a scrapbook or album page with three clippings of text pasted onto a brown paper background.

On the left side, there is a small clipping with a "Calendar" heading and a list of exhibitions, including shows about Rembrandt, America 1976, Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey, Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque, Graphic Art in Germany Today at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Studies in Connoisseurship: Chinese Paintings from the Arthur M. Sackler Collection, and German and Netherlandish Art of the Period of Durer and Breughel at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Above this clipping is a small note titled "FRIENDS EVENINGS," detailing tours and talks at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in February and March.

Next to this calendar clipping, handwritten text reads: "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter December 1976."

To the right, there is a larger clipping titled "At the Busch-Reisinger Museum" with a subtitle "EXHIBITION OF POST-WAR GERMAN PRINTMAKING." This article discusses a survey of German printmaking at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, mentioning 130 works by 54 artists, including several named artists like Horst Antes and Joseph Fassbender. It also notes the exhibition's organization and funding, as well as its appearance in other cities.

Below this article is a black-and-white image of an artwork by Paul Wunderlich, a color lithograph from 1966, featuring a stylized female figure and an animal.

Below the image, another text paragraph appears to be a tribute or a biographical note about a person named Gus, involved in archaeological work and museum curation, with mentions of work at Sardis and the Oriental Institute.

Overall, the page appears to be a 1976 newsletter or compilation of exhibition and museum-related information, pasted into a scrapbook or archival book.

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The image depicts a page from a newsletter or catalog titled "Fogo Art Museum Newsletter, December 1976." The page is structured with a clean, organized layout, featuring text and an illustration. Here's a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Title and Header:

    • At the top left, there is a handwritten note that reads:
      "Fogo Art Museum Newsletter December 1976."
    • The page is part of a larger document, as indicated by the visible spine and the page number "3" at the bottom right.
  2. Left Section:

    • Calendar Section:
      A section labeled "Calendar" lists upcoming events and exhibitions:
      • Exhibitions:
        • Rembrandt: From mid-December through December 7.
        • America 1976: Through December 7.
        • Art of Mughal India & Ottoman Turkey: Through January 23.
        • Italian Drawings of the Renaissance and Baroque: Through January 30.
        • Graphic Art in Germany Today: At the Busch-Reisinger Museum through January 3.
        • Studies in Connoisseurship: Chinese Paintings from the Arthur M. Sackler Collection: February 15–March 31.
        • German and Netherlands Art of the Period of Dürer and Breughel: February 23–May 7.
      • Friends Evenings:
        • Tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection: With Mark Hausner, Assistant Curator, Wednesday, February 2, 7 p.m.
        • Gallery Talk on Class of Connoisseurship by Professor Anne Steeds at Wellesley College: Wednesday, March 2, 3 p.m.
  3. Right Section:

    • Exhibition Announcement:
      A section titled "At the Busch-Reisinger Museum" announces an Exhibition of Post-War German Printmaking.
      • Description:
        The exhibition surveys German printmaking from the last thirty years, opening on December 7 and remaining on view through the end of the year. It highlights the resurgence of German printmaking in the 1950s, with 130 works by 54 artists.
      • Featured Artists:
        The exhibition includes works by artists such as Jansen, Ham Trier, Glünter Uecker, Fritz Winter, and Paul Wunderlich, among others. It also features artists working in Germany, as well as German-born artists who worked or are working abroad, such as Josef Albers, Hans Arp, Max Ernst, and Hans Hartung.
      • Organizer:
        The exhibition is organized and funded by Deutsche Lufthansa AG. It will travel to the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Montreal after leaving Harvard.
      • Exhibition Context:
        The exhibition offers an opportunity to sample the public production of Germany's best-known printmakers, as well as the work of several artists who are still relatively unknown in the United States. Among the artists represented are Horst Baumeister, Peter Brötl, Antoni Willi Passender, HAP Grieshaber, Horst.
  4. Illustration:

    • Below the text, there is an illustration of a stylized figure wearing a black dress and a hat, standing next to a stylized cow. The illustration is labeled as:
      "Paul Wunderlich, Color Lithograph, 1966, Courtesy of Deutsche Lufthansa AG."
  5. Textual Content Below the Illustration:

    • A short paragraph discusses Paul Wunderlich, describing his experience, administrative prowess, and contributions to the Oriental Institute's prehistoric museum. It also mentions his passing and a tribute by G.M.A. Hardimann.

Overall Design:

  • The page uses a clean, professional layout with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The text is typed, with some handwritten annotations (e.g., the title at the top).
  • The illustration is placed prominently below the main text, providing visual context for the exhibition.
  • The page number "3" is visible at the bottom right, indicating it is part of a larger publication.

Context:

The newsletter appears to be from the Fogo Art Museum, likely a fictional or historical institution, and focuses on art exhibitions, events, and notable artists. The content emphasizes post-war German printmaking and features a mix of established and emerging artists. The inclusion of Paul Wunderlich's work suggests a focus on modern and contemporary art.

This page serves as both an informational guide for visitors and a celebration of artistic achievements.

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The image is of a page from a book. The page is split into two sections. The top section has a calendar of events, with the heading "Calendar" and a list of events. The events include "Tour of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and highlights of its collection with Mark Haxthausen, Assistant Curator Wednesday, February 2, 8 p.m." and "Gallery Talk on Studies in Connoisseurship by Professor Anne Clapp of Wellesley College Wednesday, March 2, 8 p.m." The bottom section has a heading "At the Busch-Reisinger Museum" and a paragraph of text. The text describes an exhibition of post-war German printmaking, with 130 works by 54 artists. The exhibition was organized and funded by Deutsche Lufthansa AG and will be returned to the Busch from Toronto in Montreal after exhibition in Canada for exhibition in Montreal. The exhibition has been shown throughout the world during the past five years, when it has been seen in Vienna, London, Helsinki, and Athens, among other cities. The page also includes a photograph of a woman in a dress with a cow.