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The image shows a page from a book or catalog titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger: Superb Examples of 20th Century European Art at Wildenstein's." The page includes text and images of artworks.

Text Summary:

• Introduction: The text discusses an exhibition in 1951 at the Wildenstein Gallery in New York City, featuring works from the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The exhibition showcases 20th-century European art, particularly German Expressionist works.
• Background: The Busch-Reisinger Museum, founded in 1903, is dedicated to Germanic art. The exhibition includes approximately 100 works, with a focus on German Expressionism.
• Key Artworks:
  • Max Beckmann's "Self-Portrait in Tuxedo" (1927).
  • Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's "Self-Portrait with Cat" (1937-38).
  • Erich Heckel's "Franzi in Front of Carved Chair" (1910).
  • Emil Nolde's "Martyrdom I" (1921).
  • George Grosz's "Eclipse of the Sun" (1926).
  • Karl Schmidt-Rottluff's "Landscape with Red Clouds" (1919).
  • Lyonel Feininger's "The Bridge" (1923).
  • Max Pechstein's "The Dancer" (1911).
  • Käthe Kollwitz's "Death Seizing a Group of Children" (1934).
  • Otto Dix's "The War" (1932).
• Organizers: The exhibition was organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum's curator, Charles Kuhn, and the Fogg Museum's Assistant Director, John Rewald.
• Catalog: A catalog with 150 illustrations and essays was published for the exhibition.

Images:

• Top Row:
  • "Self-Portrait with Cat" by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1937-38).
  • "Franzi in Front of Carved Chair" by Erich Heckel (1910).
• Bottom Row:
  • A series of images from Max Beckmann's "The Actors" (1941-42), depicting various scenes and characters.

Additional Notes:

• The page is part of a larger document, as indicated by the visible edges of other pages.
• There is a handwritten note at the top left corner that reads "Pictures on Exhibit."

This summary captures the essence of the page, highlighting the key points and artworks featured in the exhibition.

The image is of a document titled "Pictures on Exhibit" from a folder that appears to be part of an archival collection. The document focuses on an exhibition titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger," showcasing superb examples of 20th-century European art at the Widener Library.

The document describes the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which is affiliated with Harvard University and dedicated to the art of Central and Western Europe. The museum holds significant collections of 20th-century German art, including works by famous artists such as Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Emil Nolde, Ernst Barlach, and others.

The exhibition features loans from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, including pieces like:

• Will Baumgartner’s "Composition (Lithograph)"
• Oskar Schlemmer’s "Three Figures with Furniture-Like Forms"
• Works by Gustav Klimt, Max Beckmann, and others
• A notable piece by Nolde titled "Myrtle Woman"
• Erich Heckel’s "Landcape with Bathers Woman"
• Erich Heckel’s "Portrait of a Woman"
• Emil Nolde’s "Myrtle Woman"
• Ernst Barlach’s "Seated Girl"
• Beckmann’s "The Actors"
• Works by László Moholy-Nagy and others.

The document also mentions the involvement of prominent art historians and curators, such as Professor Charles W. Haxthausen and the Fogg Museum’s Assistant Director, in organizing the exhibition. Additionally, it notes that the exhibition was first shown at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and was then displayed at the Widener Library, with proceeds from admission charges supporting the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The document includes several black-and-white reproductions of artworks featured in the exhibition, such as self-portraits, landscapes, and other significant pieces.

The image shows an open book or catalog laid flat on a surface. The left page is mostly blank except for some handwritten text at the top that says "Pictures on Exhibit." The right page features an article titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger," with a subtitle indicating it presents "Superb Examples of 20th Century European Art at Wildenstein's."

The article begins by explaining that the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, affiliated with the Fogg Museum of Harvard University, specializes in the art of Central Europe. It mentions that the museum has acquired significant works from various artists, including Lovis Corinth, Karl Schmitz-Rottmayer, and Emil Nolde, among others.

Next to the article, there are several black-and-white illustrations of artworks. The illustrations are labeled with the titles and artists' names, including "Self-Portrait with Cat" by E. L. Kirchner, "Friedrich Ebert" by George Grosz, and "The Actors" by Max Beckmann. The text also mentions an exhibition that includes these artworks, which was on view at the Wildenstein Gallery in New York City.

The bottom of the page includes some additional details, possibly notes or references, about the artworks and the exhibition. The page numbers at the bottom corners indicate that this spread is from the middle section of the book or catalog.

The image shows an exhibition catalog titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger: Superb Examples of 20th Century European Art at Wildenstein's." The exhibition features selected artworks from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and affiliated with Harvard University.

Detailed Summary:

Header:

• The exhibition is presented at Wildenstein Gallery in New York.

Main Text:

• Introduction to the Busch-Reisinger Museum:

  • The Busch-Reisinger Museum is the only museum in North America dedicated exclusively to the arts of the German-speaking countries of Central and Northern Europe.
  • Its collections include significant works from the medieval period to the present, with a special emphasis on Expressionism and Bauhaus.

• Historical Context and Acquisition:

  • After the "Degenerate Art" ('Entartete Kunst') purge in Nazi Germany, many modern paintings were sold off or destroyed.
  • Charles L. Kuhn, the first curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, acquired several important works during this period.
  • Notable acquisitions mentioned include works by:
    • Max Beckmann ("Self-Portrait in Tuxedo," 1927)
    • Erich Heckel ("Landscape with Bathing Women," 1913)
    • Emil Nolde ("Maryrdom II," 1912)
    • Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and others.

• Current Exhibition:

  • The current exhibition showcases a selection of these significant works.
  • Among the pieces on view are works by Beckmann, Barlach, Kirchner, and Ludwig Justi.
  • The list of exhibited artists also includes Georg Kolbe, Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Oskar Kokoschka, Käthe Kollwitz, and others.

• Exhibition Organization:

  • The exhibition was organized by Professor Charles W. Haxthausen and Robert S. W. Sawyer, Director of the Fogg Museum’s Germanic collections.
  • The catalog includes 32 reproductions of the exhibited works and is a 156-page book.

• Exhibition Details:

  • The exhibition was first shown at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and is now appearing at Wildenstein Gallery in New York.
  • The Wildenstein Gallery will handle the administration of the exhibition.
  • The proceeds from the sale of the exhibition catalog will benefit the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Illustrations:

• The catalog features several black-and-white images of artworks, including:
  • "Self-Portrait with Cat" by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.
  • "Friedrich Ebert" (1923) by Georg Grosz.
  • Various sketches and sculptures by other artists.

Closing:

• The catalog notes that the exhibition is a rare opportunity to view these superb examples of 20th-century European art outside of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The image shows a newspaper clipping or an informational sheet titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger." It is about an exhibition of superb examples of 20th-century European art at the Wildenstein Gallery in New York City.

Key points from the text include:

1. Background on Busch-Reisinger Museum:

   • Founded in 1903, the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is affiliated with Harvard University.
   • It is dedicated to the art of Central and Eastern Europe, with a focus on 20th-century German Expressionism and Bauhaus periods.

2. Artworks on Display:

   • The exhibition features approximately 100 works from the Busch-Reisinger collection, including pieces by notable artists such as:
     • Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
     • Erich Heckel
     • Emil Nolde
     • Max Beckmann
     • Oskar Schlemmer
     • George Grosz
     • and others.

3. Artworks Highlighted:

   • The text lists specific works, including:
     • Kirchner's "Self-Portrait with Cat" (1917)
     • Grosz's "Friedrich Ebert" (1925)
     • Beckmann's "The Actors" (1941-42)
     • Heckel's "Landscape with Dining Women" (1914)
     • Schlemmer's "Three Figures with Furniture-Like Forms" (1922)

4. Exhibition Context:

   • The exhibition is organized by Professor Charles W. Haxthausen, with the assistance of the Fogg Museum's Assistant Director.
   • The exhibition is part of a broader effort to document the Busch-Reisinger collection and is accompanied by a catalog.

5. Public Information:

   • The proceeds from the $2 admission charge at the Wildenstein Gallery will go to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • The exhibition was first shown at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., in the summer of 1974.

The sheet also includes images of some of the artworks mentioned, such as Kirchner's "Self-Portrait with Cat," Grosz's "Friedrich Ebert," Beckmann's "The Actors," and others. The clipping is dated and seems to be preserved in a folder.

The image shows a page from a catalog or exhibit guide for an art exhibition titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger." The exhibition features superb examples of 20th-century European art from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University's Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key points from the text include:

• The Busch-Reisinger Museum, founded in 1903, is dedicated to the art of Central and Northern Europe, with a rich collection of German art from the Expressionist and Bauhaus periods.
• The exhibition includes approximately 100 works, with many of them being loaned to the Weldenstein Gallery in New York City.
• The exhibit showcases a variety of notable artists and works, such as:
  • Max Beckmann's "The Actors" (1941-42)
  • Otto Dix's "Portrait of a Woman" (1925)
  • Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's "Portrait of Alfred Flechtheim" (1911)
  • Emil Nolde's "Mystic Woman" (1912)
  • Erich Heckel's "Landscape with Bather" (1914)
  • Naum Gabo's "Construction in Space with Balance on Two Points" (1927)
  • George Grosz's "Self-Portrait with Cat E.L. Kirchner" (1925)
  • Otto Dix's "Portrait of a Woman" (1925)
  • Wilhelm Lehmbruck's "The Bridge" (1913)
  • Oskar Schlemmer's "Three Figures with Furniture-Like Forms" (1929)
  • Friedrich Ebert's drawing (1925)

The exhibition was curated by Professor Charles W. Haxthausen and the Fogg Museum's Assistant Director, Dr. Richard E. Slive, and was organized with the help of the Busch-Reisinger Museum's curatorial staff. The exhibition was first shown at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and then traveled to the Weldenstein Gallery in New York City.

The accompanying images in the catalog provide visual representations of some of the works mentioned in the text. The text also notes that the proceeds from the 52 admission charge at the Weldenstein Gallery would go towards the Busch-Reisinger Museum's operating expenses.

This image depicts an open exhibition catalog or a brochure lying on a flat surface. The spread has two pages visible, with the left side dedicated to written information and the right side displaying black and white images of artwork. The top of the left page reads "Pictures on Exhibit," and below, a heading "Loans from Busch-Reisinger" introduces the text. This text discusses various aspects of an exhibition, likely relating to "Superb Examples of 20th Century European Art at Hollisweins." The right page features a series of rectangular images arranged in two columns, showcasing various art pieces which appear to be drawings or prints. The names of the artworks and/or artists are listed below each image, such as "Self-Portrait with Cat" and "Joseph Beuys (1921-)". The bottom of the page has additional text, possibly providing context or details about the pictures shown or the exhibition itself. The open pages are within a manila-colored folder or portfolio, which itself is within a dark green folder or holder with a slight texture noticeable along its edge. The overall setting suggests an archival or research environment.

The image shows an open book or album with a yellowed page containing a clipped article titled "Loans from Busch-Reisinger" that discusses superb examples of 20th-century European art displayed at Widensstein's. The article includes a segment of text on the left and center, mentioning the Busch-Reisinger Museum, various artists like Erich Heckel and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and specific artworks.

On the right side of the page, there are five black and white images or woodcuts with titles and captions:

• Top left: "Self-Portrait with Cat; E.L. Kirchner At Widenstein Gallery, N.Y.C." shows a person with a cat.
• Top right: "Friedrich Ebert (1923); George Grosz At Widenstein Gallery, N.Y.C." depicts a man, possibly giving a speech.
• Bottom row: Three smaller images with the collective caption "The Actors (approx) 1941-42; Max Beckmann Exhibited at the Widenstein Gallery, New York from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Cambridge." These images appear to show groups of people in various scenes or poses.

There is a handwritten note in red ink at the top of the article that reads "Pictures on Exhibit." The overall page shows some stains and aging effects.

The image shows an open book with a white page featuring a text titled "Pictures on Exhibit." The text is about the loans from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is the only museum in the United States dedicated to the arts of contemporary Europe. The museum's collection includes works by renowned artists such as Max Beckmann, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, and Max Ernst. The text also mentions an exhibition of German Expressionist works, including pieces by Erich Heckel, Emil Nolde, and Ernst Barlach. The page also has a drawing of a man and a woman, possibly related to the exhibition.

The image shows a page from a catalog or exhibition brochure titled "Pictures on Exhibit: Loans from Busch-Reisinger", which highlights superb examples of 20th-century European art displayed at the Wildenstein Gallery. The page is numbered 5 and appears to be part of a larger document, likely an exhibition catalog or archive.

Content Overview:

1. Header:

   • The title at the top reads: "Pictures on Exhibit: Loans from Busch-Reisinger".
   • A subtitle below states: "Superb Examples of 20th Century European Art at Wildenstein's".

2. Text Content:

   • The text discusses the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is described as being minimally affiliated with Harvard University. It emphasizes the museum's focus on 20th-century German art, particularly works from the German Expressionist movement.
   • The text mentions notable artists such as Max Beckmann, Franz Marc, Georg Grosz, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, and others, highlighting their significance in the early 20th century.
   • It references an exhibition titled "The Bridge", organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which featured works from the early 1920s, including pieces by artists like Georg Grosz, Max Beckmann, and others.
   • The page also notes that the exhibition was curated by Charles W. Haxthausen, Professor and Assistant Director of the Fogg Art Museum, and included a 156-page book detailing the collection.

3. Illustrations:

   • On the right side of the page, there are three black-and-white illustrations of artworks:
     • Top Left: "Self-Portrait with Car, E.A. Kirchner, At Wildenstein Gallery, N.Y.C."
     • Top Right: "Friedrich Ebert (1923), Georg Grosz, At Wildenstein Gallery, N.Y.C."
     • Bottom: "The Actors (Truppechi), 1941-42, Max Beckmann, From the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Cambridge."

4. Design and Layout:

   • The page is formatted with a clean, organized layout, featuring a mix of text and visual elements.
   • The illustrations are placed adjacent to the descriptive text, providing visual context for the artworks discussed.
   • The page appears to be part of a bound document, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages in the background.

Contextual Details:

• The page is part of an exhibition catalog or archive, likely documenting an art exhibition or loan program from the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
• The content focuses on 20th-century European art, particularly German Expressionism, and highlights significant artists and their works.
• The inclusion of captions beneath each illustration provides attribution and context for the artworks displayed.

Overall, the image depicts a well-organized page from an art exhibition catalog, emphasizing the Busch-Reisinger Museum's contributions to showcasing 20th-century European art, with detailed descriptions and visual representations of key works.