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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1976-1980

ARCH.2013.5.18, Rendition: 799195

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The image shows the cover of a booklet or pamphlet for a symposium titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass." The symposium was organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University. It took place in Renaissance Hall at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on Kirkland Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978.

The cover features a black and white illustration of a medieval stained glass window. The illustration depicts a scene with two figures, possibly religious or historical, within an intricate design typical of medieval stained glass art. The caption below the illustration indicates that the fragment is from the Church of Sainte-Axone, Gourin (Morbihan), circa 1270, and was part of an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from April 18 to May 13, 1978.

Additionally, there is a handwritten note on the left side of the cover that reads "HARVARD GAZETTE May 27, 1978." This suggests that the symposium or exhibition was covered by the Harvard Gazette on that date.

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The image shows an open booklet or pamphlet from the Harvard Gazette dated May 27, 1973. The cover of the pamphlet is titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass," organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts at Tufts University.

The title page indicates the event was held at the Renaissance Hall of the Busch-Reisinger Museum on Kirkland Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978.

Inside the booklet, there is a photograph of a section of medieval stained glass art. The image appears to be from the Church of Saint-Agne, Gaussin-sur-Yerre, France, circa 1270-1300. The stained glass depicts religious figures, with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, though the photo itself is in black and white. The caption below the photo notes that this glass was exhibited at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from June 10, 1973, through another unspecified date. The photograph is credited to Cavenne.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with two main items on display. On the left page, there is a document that appears to be a formal announcement. It reads:

"The Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University present

A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass

Renaissance Hall
Busch-Reisinger Museum
Kirkland Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Saturday April 29, 1978"

Below this announcement, handwritten text reads "HARVARD GAZETTE MAY 27, 1978."

On the right page, there is a black and white image of stained glass artwork. The stained glass features several figures, possibly religious, dressed in traditional attire. The figures are framed within an intricate design that is characteristic of stained glass windows. There is a caption under the image, but it is not fully legible in this resolution.

The overall context suggests this might be a collection of important documents or news clippings related to medieval stained glass, possibly kept by someone interested in art history or involved in the events mentioned.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated May 27, 1978. It features information about an event and an illustration related to medieval stained glass.

On the left side of the page:

  • There is an announcement for a symposium titled "Problems in Medieval Stained Glass."
  • The event is organized by The Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University.
  • The symposium is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 29, 1978, in Renaissance Hall at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located on Kirkland Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

On the right side of the page:

  • There is an illustration of a stained glass artwork depicting several figures. The caption beneath the illustration notes that the image is from the Church of Saint-Agnès, Gassicourt, France, and dates to around 1270. It mentions that this image is part of an exhibition of stained glass at the Busch-Reisinger Museum running through June 10, and the photo is credited to Cевинс.

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The image shows an open book or pamphlet with details related to an event and a newspaper clipping. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Event Information (Left Page):

    • The pamphlet is titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass."
    • The event is presented by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University.
    • The location of the symposium is Renaissance Hall, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • The date of the symposium is Saturday, April 29, 1978.
  2. Newspaper Clipping (Right Page):

    • The clipping is from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 27, 1978.
    • The image in the clipping is of a piece of medieval stained glass depicting several religious figures, likely saints or biblical characters.
    • The caption under the stained glass image states: "Illustration from the Church of Saint-Anne, Guainsmart (French, ca. 1270) from the exhibition of stained glass at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through June 10. (Photo: C. Caviness)."

The book or pamphlet appears to be a document related to an academic event focused on medieval stained glass, with a specific reference to an exhibition and a relevant article from the Harvard Gazette.

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The image shows an open book or magazine, specifically the Harvard Gazette from May 27, 1973. On the left page, there is a document titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass," presented by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University. The event took place in Renaissance Hall at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978.

On the right page, there is a photograph of a piece of stained glass art. The caption under the photo reads: "Vision from the Church of Sainte-Anne, Gassin, France (ca. 1270s) - from the exhibition of stained glass at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through June 10 (Photo: Caviness)." The stained glass image depicts several figures, likely religious in nature, arranged in a circular pattern. The photograph is credited to Caviness and is part of an exhibition that took place in 1973 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

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This image shows an open book displaying two pages. On the left page, there is a textured brown page with handwritten text that reads "HARVARD GAZETTE MAY 27, 1978". On the right page, there is a black and white photographic reproduction of a section of medieval stained glass. Above the photo is a printed description detailing that this is a "Windowglass from the Church of Sainte-Aime, Gauville, French, c. 1290," and that it is "from the exhibition of stained glass at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through June 18. (Photo: Cummings)."

At the top of the right page is a separate insert, which is a leaflet or announcement for a symposium titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass", presented by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University. The event is scheduled to take place at the Renaissance Hall, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978.

The overall image gives a sense of academic archival material and suggests an interest in art history, specifically the study and exhibition of medieval stained glass.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or album page with two main items attached to a brown paper background.

On the left side, there is a printed flyer or invitation for a symposium titled "Problems in Medieval Stained Glass." The event was presented by The Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University, held at Renaissance Hall, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978.

Below this flyer is handwritten text that reads "HARVARD GAZETTE May 27, 1978."

On the right side, there is a black-and-white photograph of a stained glass window showing a medieval design – two figures with halo-like circles around their heads, standing and turning slightly. The caption below the photo identifies the image as "Visitation" from the Church of Sainte-Anne, Gassicourt, French, circa 1270. It was part of the exhibition of stained glass at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through June 10. The photo credit is to Cavaness.

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The image shows an open book or program booklet featuring details about an event. The left page displays text announcing a symposium titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass," organized by The Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts of Tufts University. The event is scheduled to take place at Renaissance Hall, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978.

Below the text, handwritten in black ink, is the notation: "HARVARD GAZETTE MAY 27, 1978," indicating that this program or announcement was published in the Harvard Gazette on May 27, 1978.

The right page contains a black-and-white illustration of a stained-glass window. The illustration depicts a religious or historical scene, featuring two figures in flowing robes, one appearing to be in a state of prayer or contemplation. The design includes intricate details, such as floral motifs and architectural elements, characteristic of medieval stained glass. Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads:
"Photograph (from the Church of Sainte-Anne, Gaillacourt, French: ca. 1270). From the exhibition of stained glass at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through June 10. (Photo: Covineau)."

The overall presentation suggests that this is a program or promotional material for an academic or cultural event focused on medieval stained glass, with an accompanying visual example of the art form. The book itself has a simple, beige cover with a green spine, indicating it may be part of an archive or collection.

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The image shows a book that is open to a page featuring a printed invitation. The invitation is for a symposium titled "A Symposium: Problems in Medieval Stained Glass," organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Department of Fine Arts at Tufts University. The event was held at the Renaissance Hall of the Busch-Reisinger Museum on Kirkland Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday, April 29, 1978. The invitation is printed on a white card and includes the date and location of the event. The book's cover is brown, and the pages are white. There is also a black-and-white image of a stained glass window on the right side of the page.