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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1976-1980

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The image is of an open booklet or brochure from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University and specializes in Central and Northern European Art. The museum is located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

The brochure details a special exhibition titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings," which took place from May 9 to June 25, 1980. The exhibition was circulated under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C.

Horst Janssen (1929-1995) was a renowned German figurative artist known for his exceptional draftsmanship. The exhibition showcased his mastery in various mediums such as colored woodcuts, lithographs, and etchings, with a focus on his drawings that spanned the last two decades. The works displayed his command over different techniques and his diverse imagery, including self-portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and copies of old masterpieces.

The brochure also mentions that Janssen's works are characterized by a delicate refinement and aggressive crudity, with themes ranging from the human subject to nature scenes depicted with subtlety and bizarreness. The exhibition was loaned by private collectors in Europe and organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation in cooperation with Hans Brockstedt of Hamburg, Germany. It was supported by a grant from the West German Government.

Additionally, the brochure includes a calendar of events for the museum, listing various lectures and events scheduled for April and May 1980. One notable event is a slide lecture by Yaël Nirmeyer on April 23, about her recent exhibition at Kasser.

The brochure is illustrated with images of Janssen's drawings, highlighting the intricate and detailed nature of his work.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring an announcement for a special exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The exhibition, titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings," was held from May 9 to June 25, 1980. The event was circulated under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C.

Key details include:

  • Horst Janssen, a noted figurative artist born in 1929 in Hamburg, Germany, was the focus of the exhibition.
  • Janssen's work includes colored woodcuts, lithographs, and etchings, with his drawings being exhibited for the first time in 1966 at the Kestner Gesellschaft in Hanover.
  • The exhibition showcased large, pictorial drawings from the past two decades, demonstrating Janssen’s mastery of pencil, crayon, pen, and ink.
  • The drawings range from self-portraits and landscapes to still lifes and copies of old masters.
  • The exhibit was organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation with the cooperation of Hans Brockstedt of Hamburg, Germany, and was supported by a grant from the West German government.
  • The Goethe-Institut, Boston, was a co-sponsor of the exhibition.
  • The exhibition included an illustrated catalogue.

Additional information on the page includes:

  • A list of upcoming events and lectures, including a Friends' Evening on April 23 with a slide lecture by Yael Naimer.
  • Details on the availability of a concert series featuring classical music.

The page also includes an image of one of Horst Janssen's drawings.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or a magazine featuring an announcement for an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University and specializes in Central and Northern European Art. The exhibition is titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings" and ran from May 9 to June 25, 1980. The exhibition was circulated under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation in Washington, D.C.

Key details about the exhibition include:

  • Horst Janssen, a renowned artist born in 1929, lives in Hamburg, Germany.
  • Janssen has exhibited widely in Europe, receiving acclaim for his works.
  • This exhibition introduces Janssen’s draftsmanship to American audiences.
  • Janssen's works include colored woodcuts, lithographs, etchings, and drawings.
  • The exhibition showcases large pictorial drawings spanning the last two decades, demonstrating his mastery of various mediums.
  • The drawings range from delicate refinement to aggressive crudity, featuring diverse and provocative imagery such as self-portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and copies after old masters.
  • The exhibition is organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation with the cooperation of Hans Brockstedt of Hamburg, Germany.
  • The exhibition is supported by the Goethe-Institut, Boston, and is sponsored by the West German government.

The page also includes a calendar note for an event on Wednesday, April 23, featuring a Friends' Evening with sherry served at 5 p.m., followed by a lecture by Yael Naimeyer, a German artist, at 5:30 p.m. The page further mentions an upcoming exhibition of Horst Janssen's drawings and free concerts of classical music on Thursdays at 12:15 until the end of May.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or museum catalog featuring an article about an exhibition held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The exhibition, titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings," was scheduled from May 9 to June 25, 1980.

The article provides a brief biography of the artist, Horst Janssen, who was born in 1929 in Hamburg, Germany. Janssen is described as a gifted and original figurative artist known for his wide acclaim in Europe. He has exhibited extensively and is known for his mastery of drawing, particularly in pencil, crayon, pen, and ink.

The exhibition showcases his works spanning the last two decades, ranging from delicate to aggressive styles. The imagery includes self-portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and copies after the old masters. The article mentions that the exhibition was organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation in Washington, D.C., with the cooperation of Hans Brockstedt in Hamburg, Germany, and was supported by the Federal Republic of Germany and the Goethe Institute in Boston.

Additionally, there is some event scheduling information:

  • An event called "Friends' Evening" is mentioned for April 23, with a side lecture by Yael Naimey.
  • An exhibition of perfect master drawings by Horst Janssen is coming up.
  • Free concerts of classical music are scheduled to take place each Thursday from 12:15 until the end of May.

There is also a small image of a drawing included in the article.

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The image depicts a booklet or program from an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University and located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The exhibition is titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings" and ran from May 9 to June 25, 1980. It was circulated under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation in Washington, D.C.

The text provides a brief background on Horst Janssen, describing him as one of the most gifted and original figurative artists of his time, born in 1929 and living in Hamburg, Germany. The exhibition features large, pictorial drawings that showcase Janssen's extraordinary command of the medium, ranging from delicate refinement to aggressive crudity. The drawings include self-portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and copies after old masters, rendered in pencil, crayon, pen, and ink. The themes evolved over the decades, with earlier works focusing on the human subject and later works incorporating a wider range of themes such as nature and still life, often depicted with a subtle, bizarre aesthetic.

The exhibition was organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation with the cooperation of Hans Brockstedt of Hamburg, Germany. It was supported by a grant from the Federal Republic of Germany and sponsored by the Goethe Institute in Boston. An illustrated catalogue accompanies the exhibition.

Additionally, there is a note about an upcoming event on April 23, featuring a slide lecture by Yael Neeman, a German artist, and a reception. The event is co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute. There is also a mention of a concert series, "Concerts on the Hour," taking place every Thursday at 12:15 until the end of May.

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The image is a detailed exhibition poster for the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The exhibition is titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings," and it took place from May 9 to June 25, 1980.

Key details from the poster include:

  1. Exhibition Title and Artist:

    • The exhibition features master drawings by Horst Janssen, a noted figurative artist born in 1929 in Hamburg, Germany.
  2. Exhibition Circulation:

    • The exhibition was circulated under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C.
  3. About Horst Janssen:

    • Janssen is described as one of the most gifted and original artists of the time.
    • He has exhibited widely throughout Europe and his works have received wide acclaim.
    • The exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum will introduce Janssen's superb draftsmanship to American audiences, featuring colored woodcuts, lithographs, and etchings.
    • Janssen's first exhibition of drawings occurred in 1966 at the Kestner Gesellschaft in Hanover.
  4. Artwork Details:

    • The drawings span the last two decades and demonstrate Janssen’s command of various mediums, including pencil, crayon, pen, and ink.
    • The subjects of the drawings are diverse, including self-portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and copies after old masters.
    • The imagery is noted for its provocative and diverse nature, ranging from delicate refinement to aggressive crudity.
  5. Special Events and Lectures:

    • Friends' Evening: Scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., featuring a slide lecture by Yale Niemeyer.
    • Lecture on Goethe: On May 1, sponsored by the Goethe Institute.
    • Concert: An exhibition of perfect free concerts of classical music will be held each Thursday at 12:15 until the end of May.
  6. Sponsors and Support:

    • The exhibition is lent by private collectors in Europe and organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation.
    • It is co-sponsored by Hans Brockstedt of Hamburg, Germany, and the Goethe Institute, Boston.
    • Supported by a grant from the West German government, with Dr. Peter Hermes, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, as the honorary patron.
  7. Catalogue:

    • An illustrated catalogue accompanies the exhibition.

The poster also includes an image of one of Janssen’s drawings, showing a detailed and expressive piece of artwork. The overall tone of the poster is informative, aiming to attract art enthusiasts and the general public to the exhibition.

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This image depicts an open book or exhibition catalog page with text and small inserted paper items. The main heading on the right page reads "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM," which is described as focusing on Central and Northern European Art from Harvard University located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

Below the heading, there is information about "Horst Janssen: MASTER DRAWINGS" detailing a special exhibition that was held from May 9 - June 25, 1980, circulated under the aegis of the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C.

The text provides an overview of Horst Janssen, described as a gifted and original figurative artist who gained recognition in Europe for his works. It states that the exhibition brought his draftsman skills to American audiences and mentions his work with colored woodcuts, lithographs, and etchings, with a specific note that his drawing exhibition hadn't occurred until 1966 in Hanover.

There is further description of Janssen's art style, suggesting a range from delicate refinement to aggressive crudity, featuring diverse imagery including self-portraits, landscapes, and still lifes. His work is said to be accomplished in pencil, crayon, pen, and ink.

Inserted within the pages are small paper items: one appears to be a program of events related to the exhibition, with reference to a musical performance taking place, a lecture on April 23, and a notice about a film showing by the Goethe Institute.

On the left page margin, there is a small clipping or note partially visible with typed text, but its full content is not readable from the image provided. It appears to be related to the museum or events, in the same context as the exhibition information.

The overall impression is that this is a page from a museum exhibition catalog or a related document, with added clippings or notes regarding specific related events and informative content about the artist and exhibition.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog page from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138. The page is titled "HORST JANSEN: MASTER DRAWINGS" and details a special exhibition held from May 9 to June 25, 1980. The exhibition was circulated under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C.

Key Details from the Page:

  1. Artist Introduction:

    • Horst Jansen, born in 1929 and living in Hamburg, Germany, is described as one of the most gifted and original figurative artists of the time. His works have received widespread acclaim throughout Europe and have introduced his superb draftsmanship to American audiences.
  2. Exhibition Overview:

    • The exhibition features colored woodcuts, lithographs, and etchings. However, the first exhibition of Jansen's drawings did not occur until 1966 at the Kestner Gesellschaft in Hanover.
    • The drawings included in the exhibition span the last two decades, demonstrating Jansen's extraordinary command of the medium. These works range from delicate refinement to aggressive crudity and include diverse and provocative imagery such as self-portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and copies after the old masters.
  3. Medium and Themes:

    • The drawings are executed in pencil, crayon, pen, and ink.
    • Early works focus on the human subject, while those from the 1970s explore a wider range of themes, including nature, landscapes, and still lifes. Jansen's work is noted for its loving subtlety and love of the bizarre.
  4. Exhibition Organization:

    • The exhibition was organized by the International Exhibitions Foundation in Washington, D.C., in cooperation with Hans Brockstedt of Hamburg, Germany.
    • Dr. Peter Hermes, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the United States, served as the honorary patron of the tour.
    • The Goethe Institute, Boston, is a co-sponsor of the exhibition.
  5. Additional Information:

    • An illustrated catalogue accompanies the exhibition.
    • The page also includes a brief schedule of events, such as a Friends' Evening on Wednesday, April 23, featuring a slide lecture by Sheryl Niemeyer at 5 p.m., followed by a one-woman show in the main Documenta building at Kassel. The event is sponsored by the Goethe Institute.
    • There is also a mention of free concerts of classical music taking place each Thursday at 12:15 until the end of May.

Visual Elements:

  • The left side of the page contains text describing the exhibition and artist details.
  • The right side includes a small thumbnail image of one of Horst Jansen's artworks, showing a detailed, expressive drawing. The thumbnail is labeled with the artist's name and is part of the exhibition's visual documentation.
  • The page also lists other upcoming events and exhibitions, such as "Bauhaus: Art Held in conj. from April 11", "David to Cou Spec Uni Conf", and "Frid Quay: Spont Raca Sat", indicating a broader cultural programming context.

Overall Context:

The page serves as a promotional and informational piece for the Horst Jansen exhibition, highlighting the artist's significance, the exhibition's scope, and related events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. It emphasizes the museum's role in showcasing European art and fostering cultural exchange.

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The image is a scanned page from a catalogue or exhibition brochure. The page is titled "BUSCH-REISINGGER MUSEUM Central and Northern European Art Harvard University 29 Kirkland Street Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138." The text on the page provides information about a special exhibition of drawings by Horst Janssen, a renowned German artist. The exhibition was held from May 9 to June 25, 1980, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University. The exhibition was organized under the auspices of the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C. The page includes details about the artist, his background, and the themes and styles of his drawings. It also mentions that the exhibition was supported by a grant from the West German government and the Goethe Institute. The page has a black border and a small image of a drawing in the bottom right corner.

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The image shows an open book with a page featuring a white sheet of paper with black text on it. The text is a description of an exhibition titled "Horst Janssen: Master Drawings," which took place from May 9 to June 25, 1980, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The exhibition showcased the works of Horst Janssen, a renowned German artist known for his drawings. The text provides information about Janssen's background, artistic style, and the themes explored in his drawings. Additionally, there is a small black and white image of a drawing by Janssen on the right side of the page.