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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1976-1980

ARCH.2013.5.18, Rendition: 799229

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The image shows a special announcement from The Goethe Institute Boston and The Busch-Reisinger Museum, inviting readers to an organ concert. The concert, featuring Professor Edgar Krapp from Frankfurt, will include works by various composers such as Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen. It is scheduled for Tuesday, October 9, 1978, at 7 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. Admission is free and open to the public.

The rest of the page provides information about the museum's programs, including a variety of exhibitions and events. It mentions the museum's affiliation with Harvard University and its role as a resource for art history students, faculty, and visiting scholars. There are also sections encouraging readers to become friends of the museum and support its activities, as well as descriptions of specific art pieces and their donors.

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The image shows a page from a brochure or pamphlet featuring an invitation to an organ concert along with information about the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Top Section:

  • The announcement reads: "SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The Goethe Institute Boston and the Busch-Reisinger Museum invite you to an Organ Concert by Professor Edgar Krapp, from Frankfurt, on Tuesday, October 9, 1978 at 7 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. The concert is free and open to the public."

Works to be Performed:

  • Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen.

Middle Section:
This part of the brochure contains details about the museum programs and events.

  • Museum Programs:

    • Descriptions of various exhibitions, such as works by Ferdinand Hodler, Erich Heckel, Max Ernst, and others. It mentions the significant collections including European Cookie Molds, Medieval and Renaissance Stained Glass, and various other artworks.
  • Images and Descriptions:

    • There are illustrations and captions of specific artworks:
      • A drawing of "Café George Grosz."
      • A drawing of "Angel, Lucas van Leyden."
      • "The Museum Courtyard" (Photograph by Rick Stafford).
      • A drawing labeled "Fed with her Brother, Erich Heckel."
  • Organ Concerts and Special Events:

    • The section highlights the museum’s concert series, mentioning classical music performances and special events that are part of the musical life in Cambridge and Boston. It notes the museum's affiliation with Harvard University’s Department of Fine Arts.

Bottom Section:

  • It includes information on becoming a member and the benefits:
    • Details on how participation in the museum can support its activities and enable it to continue its role in the community.
    • The membership categories and benefits are briefly mentioned.

Overall, the brochure aims to inform readers about an upcoming concert event and provides a glimpse into the cultural offerings and membership opportunities of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

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The image is a page from an old program or brochure of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here is a detailed summary of the visible content:

  1. Top Section (Special Announcement):

    • Event: An organ concert is announced.
    • Details: The concert is to be performed by Professor Edgar Krapp from Frankfurt.
    • Works to be Performed: Compositions by Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen.
    • Date and Time: Tuesday, October 3, 1978, at 7 p.m.
    • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.
    • Admission: Free and open to the public.
  2. Middle Section (Museum Programs):

    • Description: This section highlights the museum's extensive and varied programs.
    • Exhibitions: Recent exhibitions have featured notable artists such as Ferdinand Hodler, Max Ernst, Paul Klee, Käthe Kollwitz, and Swiss Painters Giovanni and Augusto Giacometti.
    • Collections: The museum houses collections from various periods, including Medieval and Renaissance stained glass, European Cookie Molds from the 17th century, theatrical drawings by George Grosz, and Bauhaus works.
    • Images: There are illustrations of some of the exhibits, including:
      • A group of people in a café scene by George Grosz.
      • An angel statue by Lucas van Leyden.
      • A drawing titled "Friend with her Brother" by Erich Heckel.
  3. Right Section (Become a Friend):

    • Membership: The section encourages people to become members of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • Benefits: Membership helps support the museum's acquisitions and special programs, enabling the museum to continue its important work.
    • Images: There are photographs of the museum courtyard and an illustration of the interior, likely to show the museum's architecture and facilities.
  4. Bottom Section:

    • Membership Information: Additional details about the museum's affiliation with Harvard’s Department of Fine Arts and its use as a resource for art history students and visiting scholars.
    • Donations: The museum is supported by various funds and friends, including the Busch-Reisinger Fund and Friends of the Busch-Reisinger.

Overall, the image provides a snapshot of the cultural and educational activities available at the Busch-Reisinger Museum during the late 1970s.

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The image shows a page from a brochure or program booklet for the Busch-Reisinger Museum, associated with Harvard University. The page is titled "Special Announcement" and promotes an organ concert.

Here are the key details from the announcement:

  1. Event Title and Date:

    • Organ Concert
    • Date: Tuesday, October 3, 1978
    • Time: 7 p.m.
  2. Performer:

    • Professor Edgar Krapp from Frankfurt
  3. Works:

    • Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen
  4. Location:

    • Busch-Reisinger Museum
    • Address: 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
  5. Admission:

    • Free and open to the public

Additionally, the page includes various images and text sections detailing the museum's programs, collections, and membership opportunities:

  1. Museum Programs:

    • Highlights recent exhibitions, including works by Ferdinand Hodler, Max Ernst, Josef Albers, and others.
    • Mentions various collections, such as Swiss Paintings, Medieval and Renaissance Stained Glass, and European Cookie Molds.
  2. Organ Concerts, Special Events:

    • Describes the museum's series of classical music concerts, which are a significant part of its offerings.
    • Mentioned that lectures, films, and trips are also planned as part of the special events for members.
  3. Become a Friend:

    • Encourages participation and membership to support the museum's acquisitions and special programs.
    • Lists different categories of membership.
  4. Images:

    • Illustrations include works by artists such as George Grosz, Lucas van Leyden, and Erich Heckel.
    • A photograph of the museum courtyard.
    • An image of the museum's exterior.
  5. Affiliation:

    • Notes that the Busch-Reisinger Museum is affiliated with Harvard's Department of Fine Arts and serves as a resource for art history students and visiting scholars.

This brochure serves as an informative guide for attendees and potential members about the museum's activities, collections, and the special concert event.

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The image shows a special announcement for an organ concert, along with informational brochures from the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Here is a detailed summary:

Special Announcement (Top Section):

  • Event: Organ Concert
  • Performer: Professor Edgar Krapp from Frankfurt
  • Program: Works by Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen
  • Date and Time: Tuesday, October 3, 1978, at 7 p.m.
  • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Admission: Free and open to the public
  • Hosts: The Goethe Institute Boston and the Busch-Reisinger Museum

Museum Programs (Left Section):

  • Description: The brochure details the museum's program of exhibitions and special events. It highlights recent and upcoming exhibitions such as:
    • Ferdinand Hodler
    • Erich Heckel
    • Max Ernst
    • Josef Albers
    • Paul Klee
    • Käthe Kollwitz
    • Three collections from the Bauhaus (works by Lyonel Feininger, Wassily Kandinsky, and Paul Klee)
    • Cuno Amiet
    • Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages
    • Medieval and Renaissance Stained Glass
    • The Edble Mass Medium
    • European Cookye Molds from the 17th to 19th Centuries
    • Sculptures by George Grosz
    • Jugendlstil and Bauhaus works
  • Café and Funds: There is a mention of the "Café George Grosz" and information on purchasing general funds.

Image and Artwork (Middle Section):

  • Artwork: An image of the sculpture "Angel" by Lucas van Leyden (1494-1533), part of the Grenville L. Winthrop Bequest.

Become a Friend (Right Section):

  • Membership Drive: Encourages readers to become friends of the museum to support its exhibitions and programs. Membership helps the museum continue various activities, including exhibitions, concerts, lectures, films, trips, and special events.

Organ Concerts, Special Events (Bottom Section):

  • Additional Events: The museum also presents a series of classical music concerts, with a particular focus on organ concerts. These concerts are a significant part of the cultural life in Cambridge and Boston. The Busch-Reisinger Museum collaborates with Harvard's Department of Fine Arts, using the collections for teaching and research.

Sketches:

  • Drawings: There are several sketches throughout the brochure, including portraits and a drawing related to an exhibition by Erich Heckel from 1919/79.

The overall image combines a specific event announcement with general information about the museum's offerings and membership benefits.

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The image shows an open booklet or brochure from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, part of the Harvard Art Museums. The brochure contains information about museum programs, events, and membership.

Top Section:

  • Special Announcement:
    • The Goethe Institute Boston and the Busch-Reisinger Museum invite the public to an organ concert by Professor Edgar Krapp from Frankfurt.
    • The concert features works by Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen.
    • The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 3, 1978, at 7 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.
    • The concert is free and open to the public.

Bottom Section:

  • Museum Programs:

    • The museum boasts a collection of significant works by artists such as Ferdinand Hodler, Erich Heckel, Max Ernst, Josef Albers, Paul Klee, Edith Kolwitz, and others.
    • The collection includes Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages, German and Dutch paintings from the 15th to 19th centuries, European Cookie Molds from the 17th through the 19th centuries, Theatrical Drawings, and Bauhaus works.
  • Organ Concerts, Special Events:

    • The museum organizes concerts and events, including a series of organ concerts featuring the Dutch Flentrop organ.
    • The museum is affiliated with Harvard’s Department of Fine Arts and serves as a resource for students, faculty, and visitors.
  • Become a Friend:

    • The museum encourages public support through its "Friends of the Busch-Reisinger" program.
    • Membership benefits include participation in various activities and events.
    • The brochure includes images of the museum courtyard and a drawing titled "Friends with my Brother" by Erich Heckel, dated 1922.

The brochure is visually appealing with images of artworks and the museum, providing a comprehensive overview of the museum’s offerings and how to get involved.

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This image shows an open brochure or program containing information about various events, programs, and artworks associated with the Goethe Institute Boston and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The content on the left presents a Special Announcement for an organ concert featuring works by Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen, to be played by Professor Edgar Krapp from Frankfurt. The event was scheduled for Tuesday, October 3, 1978, at 7 p.m., at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and it states that the event was free and open to the public.

Below the special announcement, there are black and white images of artworks including a sculpture titled "Angel" by an artist whose years of life span from 1410 to 1463, and a photo titled "The Museum Courtyard." Additionally, there is an image of a drawing by George Grosz from 1893 to 1959, titled "Café des Westens."

On the right side, further program details and influential artworks from the museum's collection are listed, including names such as Adolph von Menzel, Kathe Kollwitz, Anselm Kiefer, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, and others. The section titled "Organ Concerts, Special Events" mentions the series of exhibitions and concerts, emphasizing the importance of classical music in cultural life.

Furthermore, there's a column titled "Become a Friend," which encourages readers to support the museum's acquisition and special programs and to participate in the museum community. There are also reminders about the affiliation of the museum with Harvard's Department of Fine Arts and its function as a resource for students, faculty, and visiting scholars. The last image in the bottom right corner features a drawing by Egon Schiele from 1918, titled "Figure with Raised Arms."

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The image depicts an open book or brochure with a combination of text and illustrations. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

Top Section:

  • Header: The top of the page features a prominent announcement titled "SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT" in bold, centered text.
  • Event Details: Below the header, there is a formal announcement for an organ concert hosted by The Goethe Institute Boston and The Busch-Reisinger Museum. Key details include:
    • Event Title: "Organ Concert"
    • Performer: Professor Edgar Krapp, from Frankfurt
    • Works to be Performed: Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen
    • Date and Time: Tuesday, October 3, 1978, at 7 p.m.
    • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    • Admission: Free and open to the public

Middle Section:

  • Left Column: This section discusses the Museum Programs, highlighting the museum's exhibitions and collections. It mentions:
    • Recent exhibitions featuring artists such as Josef Albers, Paul Klee, Erich Heckel, Max Ernst, Joan Miró, Fernand Léger, and others.
    • Notable collections including Swiss Painters, German and Austrian Gothic Art, Medieval and Renaissance Stained Glass, the Ede Curie-Ameli Collection, and more.
    • The museum's focus on European art from the Middle Ages through the 19th century, including works by George Grosz and Jugendstil (German Art Nouveau).
  • Right Column: This section invites readers to "Become a Friend" of the museum. It explains the benefits of membership, such as participation in special programs, access to acquisitions, and the ability to continue the museum's vital role in the community. It also mentions that membership categories are listed on the back panel.

Illustrations:

  • Left Side: There is a black-and-white illustration of a group of people, possibly a historical or artistic scene. The illustration appears to depict individuals in formal or period clothing, suggesting a connection to the museum's historical collections.
  • Center: A detailed illustration of an angel standing on a rock, with wings spread and a serene expression. The caption below identifies the artwork as "Angel" by Lucas van Leyden (1494–1533), oil on panel (16th century), Grenville L. Winthrop Bequest.
  • Right Side: An image of The Museum Courtyard, with a fountain and people gathered in an outdoor setting. The caption credits the photo to Rick Stafford.
  • Bottom Right: Another illustration shows a woman with her brother, identified as "Erich Heckel with her Brother" (1882–1970), black chalk, 1910. The caption notes that this piece is part of the Busch-Reisinger Fund and Friends Purchase.

Footer:

  • The bottom of the page includes additional text about Organ Concerts, Special Events, and the museum's affiliation with Harvard University's Department of Fine Arts. It mentions that the museum's collections and services are used as a resource for students, faculty, and visiting scholars.

Design and Style:

  • The layout is clean and organized, with a mix of formal text and artistic illustrations.
  • The use of black-and-white illustrations adds a historical and artistic touch, aligning with the museum's theme.
  • The text is typed in a formal, serif font, giving the document a professional and archival feel.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a promotional or informational brochure for the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting an upcoming organ concert, the museum's exhibitions and collections, membership opportunities, and special events. The combination of text and illustrations creates a visually engaging and informative piece.

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The image shows a book open to two pages, with a white paper insert on top. The paper insert contains an announcement for an organ concert by Professor Edgar Krapp, from Frankfurt, on October 3, 1978, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The announcement includes the names of the composers whose works will be performed, as well as the address of the museum. The book itself appears to be a guidebook or catalog for the museum, with pages containing information about the museum's history, collections, and exhibitions. The image suggests that the museum is hosting a special event or program, and the announcement is meant to inform the public about it.

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The image shows an open book with two pages that contain a special announcement for an organ concert. The announcement is from the Goethe Institute Boston and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The concert is by Professor Edgar Krapp, from Frankfurt, and will feature works by Sweelinck, Clérambault, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Franck, and Messiaen. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 3, 1978, at 7 p.m., at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. The event is free and open to the public.

The left page of the book contains information about the museum programs, including a list of exhibitions and special events. The right page has a section titled "Become a Friend," which invites the reader to join the museum's membership program. The page also includes images of the museum courtyard and an angel statue, as well as a drawing of a man and a woman.