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Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich

Artwork Description:

• Title: Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich
• Artist: Lovis Corinth
• Year: 1904
• Loan Information: The painting is on loan from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc., and is currently on view in Renaissance Hall.

Artist Information:

• Lovis Corinth (1858-1925):
  • Studied at the Munich Academy and the Academie Julian in Paris.
  • Established himself in Berlin as a leading member of the Berlin Secession, of which he was also president.
  • Known for his oil paintings, prints, and drawings with impressionistic styles, which later evolved towards expressionism.
  • Painted allegorical and biblical subjects, often referencing urban life.
  • Known for portraits, with this piece being one of two versions.

Portrait Details:

• Subject: Nikolaus Friedrich (1865-1914), an academic sculptor.
• Description: Friedrich is depicted inspecting a small clay model, holding it with his left hand, while his right hand holds a wooden clay modeling tool. He is shown in a three-quarter length view, with his head in profile and nude upper torso.
• Artistic Style: Characterized by a muted palette with accents of red, typical of Corinth’s middle period.

Curatorial Note:

• The Busch-Reisinger Museum’s collection is enhanced by the loan of this portrait, complementing other works by Corinth, such as the "Salome with the Head of John the Baptist" (1899).

Around the Busch

Staff Updates:

• Charles (Mark) Haxthausen: On sabbatical leave for the 1978-79 academic year, researching African and oceanic art's impact on German Expressionists.
• Gabriella Joppon: Newly created position as Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs and Programs.
• Lucie B. Beebe: Resigned from the Executive Committee after five years but will continue involvement in Busch activities.
• Eleanor M. Hight: Harvard Fine Arts graduate student and Museum Intern organizing a small workbund exhibit.
• Janis Piersall: New secretary, replacing Marilyn Wolf, who moved to Harvard's Personnel Office.
• Professor Ernst Kitzinger: Retired and living in Oxford, replaced by Prof. John Rosenfield.
• Prof. Hans L.C. Jaffe: Erasmus Lecturer on the Civilization of the Netherlands, teaching courses on De Stijl and Van Gogh.

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Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich:

• The article discusses the addition to the Busch-Reisinger collection in the past year, which includes a loan from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc. of a portrait by Lovis Corinth titled "Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich" (1904).
• Corinth (1858-1925) studied at the Munich Academy and later at the Académie Julian in Paris. By 1900, he had established himself as a leading member of the Berlin Secession.
• Corinth is noted for his vibrant colors and expressive brushwork, often considered an early expressionist.
• The portrait of Nikolaus Friedrich (1865-1914), an academic sculptor, is shown in the museum's Renaissance Hall. Friedrich is depicted inspecting a small clay model, emphasizing his strength and stature.
• The portrait showcases Corinth’s style, marked by muted palettes and broad brushwork, indicative of his middle career period.

Around the Busch:

• Curator Charles (Mark) Haxthausen: Was on sabbatical during the 1978-79 academic year, conducting research in Berlin on the impact of African and Oceanic art on German Expressionists.
• Gabriella Jeppson: Served as Acting Curator during the same period and now holds a newly created position as Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs and Programs at the Fogg Art Museum. She continues to be involved in planning and coordinating Busch-Reisinger programs and exhibitions.
• Lucie B. Beebe: Resigned from the Busch-Reisinger Executive Committee after five years, but will continue to be involved with Busch activities.
• Eleanor M. Hight: A Harvard Fine Arts graduate student, is a Museum Intern at the Busch, focusing on Moholy-Nagy and photography, organizing a small exhibition and assisting with a book and gallery arrangements.
• Janis Piersall: Joined the Museum as secretary, bringing an art history background from Boston University.
• Prof. Ernst Kitzinger: Retired from his position in the Museum, now living in Oxford, England.
• Prof. Hans L. C. Jaffé: Visiting Professor at the University of Amsterdam and teaching courses on De Stijl and Van Gogh.

The page ends with a note mentioning "wine & cheese..." at the bottom left corner.

Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich

Among the additions to the Busch-Reisinger collection in the past year is the loan from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc. of Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich (1904) by Lovis Corinth, which is presently on view in Renaissance Hall.

Corinth (1858-1925) studied first at the Munich Academy and then at the Académie Julian in Paris. By 1900 he had established himself in Berlin as a leading member of the Berlin Secession, of which he was later president. Although Corinth is primarily known as one of the three leading German Impressionists, along with Liebermann and Slevogt, the often sensual content, vibrant colors and bravura brushwork became intensified as he matured, and point toward the development of expressionism.

Corinth painted allegorical and biblical subjects, with references to the degeneracy of contemporary urban life, as seen in another Busch work, his important Salomé with the Head of John the Baptist (1899). However, the majority of Corinth's works are portraits.

This portrait of Nikolaus Friedrich (1865-1914) is one of two versions, the other dating from 1912 and in Lucerne. Friedrich was an academic sculptor who in 1896 won the Rome Prize of the Berlin Academy, and who was also associated with the Berlin Secession. In the Busch portrait, Friedrich is depicted proudly inspecting a small clay model for a sculpture which he holds up with his left hand, while in his right is a wooden clay modeling tool. The three-quarter length view of Friedrich, with his head in profile and his nude upper torso seen from behind, emphasizes the size and strength of this sculptor jokingly called "der starke Mann" by Corinth, who himself was referred to as "a polar bear" by his contemporaries.

The critic Julius Meier-Graefe. The muted palette with the accent of Friedrich's exotic red sash, and the broad brushwork, are typical of Corinth's style during this middle period of his career.

The present collection of works by Corinth at the Busch, numerous drawings and prints as well as the Salomé, is greatly enhanced through the generosity of Mel Seiden in his loan of the Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich.

—Eleanor M. Hight

Around the Busch

Curator Charles (Mark) Haxthausen was on sabbatical leave for the 1987-88 academic year. He spent six months of that time in residence at the Brücke-Museum in Berlin, doing research on the impact of African and oceanic art on the German Expressionists.

Gabriella Jeppson, who served as Acting Curator in 1987-88, has assumed a newly created position at the Fogg Art Museum, that of Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs and Programs. She continues to be actively involved in planning and coordinating Busch-Reisinger programs and exhibitions.

Lucie B. Beebe has resigned from the Busch-Reisinger Executive Committee after five years' service. We are pleased that she will continue to be involved with Busch activities from time to time. In March she and Vivian Hawes will conduct a one-day seminar on German porcelain.

Eleanor M. Hight, a Harvard Fine Arts graduate student, is a Museum Intern at the Busch. Hight, whose special interests are Moholy-Nagy and photography, is organizing a small Werkbund exhibit to be shown this spring and is helping with the book and National Gallery exhibition arrangements.

Janis Piersall has joined the Museum as secretary. Piersall has an art history background and comes to the Busch from Boston University. She replaces Martha Wolf, who has moved to a new job in the Harvard Personnel Office.

Professor Ernst Kitzinger, who occupied an office in the Museum for many years, has retired and is living in Oxford, England. His former office is now being used by Prof. John Rosenfield, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Professor of Oriental Art, and Prof. Hans L. C. Jaffé, Erasmus Lecturer on the Civilization of the Netherlands, University of Amsterdam. Prof. Jaffé is a visiting professor this spring and is teaching courses on De Stijl and Van Gogh.

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Main Article: Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich

1. Introduction to the Artwork:

   • The Busch-Reisinger collection recently added a loan from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc.: a portrait of the sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich (1904) by Lovis Corinth. This piece is currently on view in the Renaissance Hall.

2. Lovis Corinth Background:

   • Lovis Corinth (1858-1925) studied at the Munich Academy and later at the Académie Julian in Paris. By 1900, he became a leading member of the Berlin Secession.
   • Corinth is known for his role among German Impressionists and his mature works often feature vibrant colors and sensual, sometimes brazen brushwork, indicating the development of expressionism.

3. Corinth’s Work:

   • Corinth painted a variety of subjects, including allegorical and biblical themes, often reflecting the degeneration of contemporary urban life.
   • A notable work is his important Busch piece, "Salome with the Head of John the Baptist" (1899). However, the majority of his works are portraits.

4. Portrait Details:

   • The portrait of Nikolaus Friedrich (1865-1914) depicts the sculptor inspecting a small clay model. The three-quarter length view highlights Friedrich's intense focus and the strength of his hands.
   • Friedrich was an academic sculptor who won the Rome Prize of the Berlin Academy in 1896 and was associated with the Berlin Secession.
   • The painting captures Corinth’s style during his middle period, noted for its muted palette and broad brushwork.

Around the Busch

1. Curatorial Changes:

   • Charles (Mark) Haxthausen: Took a sabbatical leave for the 1978-79 academic year to research in Berlin on the impact of African and Oceanic art on German Expressionists.
   • Gabriella Jeppson: Promoted to Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs and Programs at the Fogg Art Museum, continuing to coordinate Busch-Reisinger programs and exhibitions.
   • Lucie B. Beebe: Resigned after five years of service, with plans to stay involved in Busch activities, including a seminar on German porcelain.

2. New Staff:

   • Eleanor M. Hight: A Harvard Fine Arts graduate student and Museum Intern at the Busch, specializing in Moholy-Nagy and photography, currently organizing an exhibition.
   • Janis Piersall: Joined as a secretary with an art history background from Boston University.

3. Retirement and Visiting Professorship:

   • Professor Ernst Kitzinger: Retired after many years at the Museum and now lives in Oxford, England. He is currently being replaced by Prof. John Rosenfield.
   • Prof. Hans L.C. Jaffé: Erasmus Lecturer on the Civilization of the Netherlands at the University of Amsterdam, will visit to teach courses on De Stijl and Van Gogh.

Miscellaneous

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Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich

The left side of the page discusses the addition of a painting titled "Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich" (1904) by Lovis Corinth to the Busch-Reisinger collection. This painting is on loan from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc.

• Artist Background: Lovis Corinth (1858-1925) studied at the Munich Academy and later at the Académie Julian in Paris. By 1900, he had settled in Berlin and became a leading member of the Berlin Secession, serving as its president. He is known for his vibrant colors, sensual content, and expressive brushwork, which were influenced by German Impressionism.
• Subject: The portrait depicts Nikolaus Friedrich (1865-1914), an academic sculptor who won the Rome Prize and was associated with the Berlin Secession. The painting shows Friedrich holding a small clay model of a sculpture and a wooden clay modeling tool.
• Artistic Style: The painting is characterized by its broad brushwork and muted palette, reflecting Corinth's style during his middle period.
• Loan: The loan of this portrait was facilitated by Mel Seiden, enhancing the Busch collection.

Around the Busch

The right side of the page provides updates on various staff and curatorial changes:

• Charles (Mark) Haxthausen: Spent the 1978-79 academic year on sabbatical in Berlin, researching the impact of African and oceanic art on German Expressionism.
• Gabriella Jeppson: Transitioned from Acting Curator to Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs and Programs, continuing her involvement in Busch-Reisinger programs and exhibitions.
• Lucie B. Beebe: Resigned from the Busch-Reisinger Executive Committee after five years of service but will continue involvement with Busch activities.
• Eleanor M. Hight: A Harvard graduate student and Museum Intern, organizing a Werkbund exhibit and helping with book and National Gallery exhibition arrangements.
• Janis Piersall: Joined the Museum as secretary, bringing an art history background from Boston University.
• Professor Ernst Kitzinger: Retired from the Museum and is now living in Oxford, England.

Additional Notes

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The page overall provides a detailed account of the new artwork addition and updates on the museum's staff and curatorial activities.

The image is a page from a document or newsletter discussing the Busch-Reisinger collection and related activities. Here's a detailed summary:

Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich

• Loan Information: The Busch-Reisinger collection recently added a loan of the painting Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich (1904) by Lovis Corinth, which is currently on view in the Renaissance Hall. The loan is from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc.
• Artist Background: Lovis Corinth (1858-1925) studied at the Munich Academy and the Académie Julian in Paris. By 1900, he had established himself in Berlin as a leading member of the Berlin Secession, becoming its president later on.
• Artistic Style: Corinth is known for his vibrant colors, sensual content, and expressive brushwork. His style evolved towards expressionism as he matured.
• Portrait Description: The painting is a portrait of sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich (1865-1914), who was an academic sculptor and won the Rome Prize in 1896. In the portrait, Friedrich is seen inspecting a sculpture with a modeling tool. The portrait emphasizes Friedrich’s physical strength and artistic skill.

Around the Busch

• Curator Charles (Mark) Haxthausen: Haxthausen was on sabbatical leave for the 1978-79 academic year, spending six months at the Brücke-Museum in Berlin to research the impact of African and oceanic art on German Expressionism.
• Gabriella Jeppson: She assumed the role of Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs and Programs at the Fogg Art Museum, continuing her involvement with Busch-Reisinger programs and exhibitions.
• Lucie B. Beebe: Resigned from the Busch-Reisinger Executive Committee after five years of service but will continue to be involved in Busch activities. In March, she and Vivian Hawes conducted a seminar on German porcelain.

Personnel Updates

• Eleanor M. Hight: A Harvard Fine Arts graduate student and Museum Intern at the Busch, Hight is organizing a small Werbund exhibit and helping with book and National Gallery exhibition arrangements.
• Janis Piersall: Joined the Museum as a secretary, having an art history background and coming from Boston University. She replaces Martha Wolf, who moved to a new job in the Harvard Personnel Office.
• Professor Ernst Kitzinger: Retired from his office in the Museum and is now living in Oxford, England. His former office is now used by Professor John Rosenfield, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Professor of Oriental Art, and Prof. Hans L.C. Jaffé, Erasmus Lecturer on the Civilization of the Netherlands, University of Amsterdam. Jaffé is a visiting professor this spring and is teaching courses on De Stijl and Van Gogh.

Additional Information

• The document concludes with the phrase "Wine & Cheese..." at the bottom, indicating a social event or gathering related to the museum activities.

This image shows a page from what appears to be an art or museum catalog. It features text about the "Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich," alongside a reproduction of the artwork. The text discusses the addition of this portrait to the Busch-Reisinger collection and describes its significance, mentioning that it was painted by Lovis Corinth. It also provides some background on both the artist Corinth and the sculptor Friedrich, including biographical details and their artistic styles.

Below the main article, there's another section titled "Around the Busch." It lists several curatorial updates, appointments, and staff changes related to the museum, mentioning individuals such as Gabriella Jeppson, Luice L. Beebe, Eleanor M. Hight, Janis Piersall, and Professor Ernst Kitzinger, along with details of their roles or occupations.

At the bottom of the image, there's a playful annotation that says "Wine & Cheese...," which seems informal and possibly unrelated to the catalog content.

The page number "3" can be seen at the top of the page, indicating that this is from an early section of the publication.

The image shows a page from a publication with two main sections of text and one black and white photo of a male sculpture on the right.

The top section is titled "Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich." It discusses a 1904 painting by Lovis Corinth called "Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich" that is part of the Busch-Reisinger collection on loan from Seiden and De Cuevas, Inc. The section details Corinth's art career, his style, and significance as a German impressionist. It focuses on this portrait of Nikolaus Friedrich, explaining Friedrich's background as a sculptor and describing how Corinth painted him inspecting a small clay model for a sculpture. A three-quarter length view shows Friedrich's nude upper torso and his head in profile.

The photo caption reads: "Portrait of the Sculptor Friedrich (1904) by Lovis Corinth, Seiden and De Cuevas loan." The photo depicts a sculpture of a shirtless man holding a smaller figure in his left hand.

The text elaborates on Corinth's style during the middle period of his career, mentioning critics and the muted palette of the work.

Below this, a section titled "Around the Busch" provides updates on people associated with the Busch museum and their activities, including curators, interns, and professors.

Overall, the page is a scholarly or museum bulletin discussing an art piece, its artist, a subject portrayed, and museum-related news.

The image shows a page from a publication, likely a museum catalog or exhibition guide, featuring an artwork titled "Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich" (1904) by Lovis Corinth. The page is numbered 3 and includes both textual content and a black-and-white illustration of the artwork.

Visual Description of the Artwork:

• Subject: The portrait depicts Nikolaus Friedrich, a sculptor, in a dynamic and expressive pose.
• Pose and Composition:
  • Friedrich is shown in profile, facing to the right.
  • He is holding a small clay model in his left hand, which appears to be a sculpture he is inspecting.
  • In his right hand, he holds a wooden modeling tool, suggesting his profession as a sculptor.
  • His upper torso is nude, emphasizing his physical strength and the sculptural nature of his work.
  • The background is minimal, focusing attention on Friedrich and his tools.
• Expression and Attitude:
  • Friedrich's expression conveys concentration and intensity, reflecting his engagement with his craft.
  • The pose and the tools he holds highlight his role as a creator and artist.

Textual Content:

• Title and Artist: The artwork is identified as "Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich (1904)" by Lovis Corinth.
• Contextual Information:
  • The text explains that Corinth (1858–1925) was a prominent German painter associated with the Berlin Secession, known for his expressive and sensual works.
  • Friedrich (1865–1914) was an academic sculptor who won the Rome Prize and was associated with the Berlin Secession.
  • The portrait captures Friedrich in a moment of deep focus, inspecting a clay model, symbolizing his dedication to his craft.
• Artistic Style: The muted palette, use of Corinth’s characteristic red sash, and broad brushwork are noted as typical of his style during this period.
• Exhibition Details: The artwork is part of a loan from Seilden and De Cuevas, Inc., and is currently on view in the Renaissance Hall of the Busch-Reisinger collection.

Additional Text:

• The page also includes information about the Busch-Reisinger collection, mentioning other works by Corinth, such as "The Head of John the Baptist" and "Salome."
• There is a brief section titled "Around the Busch" that discusses staff changes and upcoming events at the museum, including a seminar on German porcelain by She and Vivian Hawes.

Overall Impression:

The page combines a detailed description of the artwork with contextual information about the artist, subject, and exhibition. The black-and-white illustration effectively conveys the intensity and focus of Friedrich’s portrait, aligning with Corinth’s expressive style. The layout is clean and informative, typical of a museum publication.

The image appears to be a page from a museum bulletin or newsletter. The text on the page discusses the addition of a portrait of the sculptor Nikolaus Friedrich to the Busch-Reisinger Museum's collection. The portrait, created by Louis Corinth in 1904, depicts Friedrich inspecting a small clay model for a sculpture while holding a clay modeling tool. The image of the portrait is shown on the right side of the page.

The text provides background information on Corinth, describing him as a leading German Impressionist known for his sensual content and vibrant colors. It mentions that the portrait is one of two versions of the work, with the other dating from 1912.

The article also includes updates on the museum staff, mentioning the sabbatical leave of Curator Charles (Mark) Haxthausen, the appointment of Janis Piersail as secretary, and the retirement of Professor Ernst Kitzinger. It also mentions visiting professors and lecturers, including Hans L. C. Jaffé from the University of Amsterdam.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the activities and developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting the acquisition of a notable portrait and updates on the museum's staff and visiting scholars.