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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1980-1985

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The image displays an invitation and related information for an exhibition titled "The Graphic Works of Max Klinger" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The exhibition was co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston and took place from November 17, 1981, to January 9, 1982.

Key details from the image include:

  1. Exhibition Information:

    • The exhibition features the graphic works of Max Klinger, an influential 19th-century German artist known for his prints that bridge the gap between German romanticism and modern expressionism.
    • The exhibition was held at Harvard's Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  2. Opening Event:

    • The opening reception was on Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
  3. Gallery Talks:

    • Two gallery talks were scheduled:
      • Saturday, November 21, 1981, at 2:30 PM
      • Saturday, January 9, 1982, at 2:30 PM
    • These talks were to be given by Dr. Anneliese Harding.
  4. Exhibition Highlights:

    • The exhibition included 101 prints from Klinger's major cycles, such as "A Glove," "Drama," and "On Death."
  5. Additional Information:

    • The invitation mentions that the exhibition explores the evolution of Klinger's graphic works.
    • There is a newspaper clipping pasted on the right side of the image, which seems to provide further details about the exhibition, including dates and times.
  6. Print Detail:

    • At the bottom of the image, there is a black-and-white print, likely one of Klinger's works, titled "Plate ('Handlung') second of the ten-print sequence, The Glove."

The overall layout of the invitation and accompanying materials suggests a formal and academic approach to presenting the works of Max Klinger.

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The image shows an open book or catalog featuring details of an exhibition.

  1. Left Page:

    • The left page contains information about gallery talks:

      • Dr. Anneliese Harding will conduct talks on the exhibition on two dates:
        • Saturday, November 21 at 2:30 PM
        • Saturday, January 9 at 2:30 PM
    • Below the talks, there's a mention of an image titled "Plot" ("Handlung") which is the second print in the sequence "The Glove."

  2. Right Page (Upper Section):

    • A request from the Busch-Reisinger Museum for the pleasure of the viewer's company at the opening of "The Graphic Works of Max Klinger," an exhibition co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston.
    • The exhibition details include:
      • Date: Tuesday, November 17, 1981
      • Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
      • Location: 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University
      • The exhibition will continue until January 9.
  3. Right Page (Lower Section):

    • There is a newspaper clipping from Wednesday, detailing the exhibition:
      • Title: "Fine Lines: An Exhibition of Graphic Works by Max Klinger"
      • Description: It highlights Klinger's influential work from the 19th century, bridging German romanticism and modern expressionism.
      • The exhibition includes prints such as "Dramas" and "On Death" cycles.
      • Hours of the exhibition: Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with free admission.
      • Contact details for the museum are provided: 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a provided telephone number (415-2317) and directions to the Harvard-Holyoke Station.

The lower part of the right page includes a black and white image of one of Klinger's graphic works. The Busch-Reisinger Museum logo and address are visible at the bottom of this section.

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The image displays an open book with various pieces of information related to art exhibitions and events. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Left Page:

    • Announcement for "Gallery talks on the exhibition by Dr. Anneliese Harding" on two specific dates:
      • Saturday, November 21 at 2:30
      • Saturday, January 9 at 2:30
    • A quote or reference: "Plot" ("Handlung") second of the ten-print sequence, The Glove.
  2. Center Page:

    • Invitation from the Busch-Reisinger Museum requesting the pleasure of your company at the opening of "The Graphic Works of Max Klinger," an exhibition co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston.
    • Event details:
      • Date: Tuesday, November 17, 1981
      • Time: 5:30 - 7:30
      • Location: 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University
    • The exhibition will continue until January 9.
  3. Right Page (top):

    • A newspaper clipping advertising an exhibition titled "Fine lines: An exhibition of Graphic Works by Max Klinger."
    • The clipping mentions that the exhibition bridges the gap between German romanticism and modern expressionism, featuring 101 works, including etchings, lithographs, and woodcuts.
    • The exhibition is said to run from November 18 through January 9, with specific hours for different days and free admission.
    • Contact information includes a telephone number and the address: Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  4. Right Page (bottom):

    • An image, possibly a graphic work by Max Klinger, with a detailed depiction, likely related to the exhibition.
    • The Busch-Reisinger Museum's address is mentioned again at the bottom right: Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The contents of the book are focused on the works of Max Klinger, providing detailed information about related exhibitions and events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

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The image displays three informational posters related to an art exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.

  1. Poster on the Left:

    • Content: Announces gallery talks on an exhibition by Dr. Anneliese Harding.
    • Dates and Times:
      • Saturday, November 21 at 2:30 PM
      • Saturday, January 9 at 2:30 PM
    • Image: Includes a small illustration labeled "Plot ['Handlung'] second of the ten-print sequence, The Glove."
  2. Poster in the Center:

    • Title: The Graphic Works of Max Klinger
    • Event: The exhibition is co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston.
    • Date and Time: Opening on Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
    • Location: 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University.
    • Exhibition Duration: Continues until January 9.
  3. Poster on the Right:

    • Title: FineLines - An exhibition of "Graphic Works by Max Klinger."
    • Description: The exhibition highlights the works of Max Klinger, bridging the gap between German romanticism and modern expressionism.
    • Details:
      • Dates: Through January 9.
      • Days Open: Monday through Saturday.
      • Hours: 9 AM to 5 PM; Sundays 1 PM to 5 PM.
      • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge.
    • Special Event: Includes an exhibit of the series "A Glove," featuring Klinger’s etchings.
    • Contact Information: Telephone number provided for more information.

The exhibition focuses on Max Klinger’s graphic works, showcasing his influence on the transition from German romanticism to modern expressionism.

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The image shows an open book with pages related to an exhibition of graphic works by Max Klinger. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Left Page:

    • There is an invitation and information about gallery talks on the exhibition by Dr. Anneliese Harding. The talks are scheduled for two dates:

      • Saturday, November 21 at 2:30
      • Saturday, January 9 at 2:30
    • It also mentions a specific piece, "Plot" ("Handlung"), which is the second of the ten-print sequence, titled "The Glove."

  2. Right Page:

    • The Busch-Reisinger Museum requests the viewer's company at the opening of "THE GRAPHIC WORKS OF MAX KLINGER," an exhibition co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston.

    • The opening event is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.

    • The location is 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

    • The exhibition is set to continue until January 9.

    • There is a small newspaper clipping on the page titled "WEDNESDAY," advertising the exhibition "Fine lines: An exhibition of Graphic Works by Max Klinger." The clipping mentions that the exhibition spans the gap between German romanticism and modern expressionism and includes works such as "The Glove," "Dramas," and "On Death" cycles. It provides details like hours (Monday through Friday 10-5, Saturday 1-5) and admission being free, with a telephone number for more information: 495-2317.

  3. Bottom Page:

    • This page contains a black and white image of a group of figures, likely from Max Klinger's work, and a label indicating it is from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The book appears to be a catalog or a collection of documents related to the exhibition of Max Klinger's graphic works, showcasing invitations, schedules, and related information.

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The image shows pages from a book or a catalog related to an exhibition. Here's a detailed summary of each section visible in the image:

  1. Left Page:

    • The text on this page provides information about gallery talks on the exhibition:
      • Talks by Dr. Anneliese Harding are scheduled for:
        • Saturday, November 21 at 2:30
        • Saturday, January 9 at 2:30
    • Additionally, there is a mention of a work titled "Plot" ("Handlung"), the second of a ten-print sequence, specifically "The Glove."
  2. Right Page (Center):

    • The text is an invitation to the opening of the exhibition titled "The Graphic Works of Max Klinger," which is co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston.
    • The opening event is on Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 to 7:30.
    • The venue is at 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University.
    • The exhibition continues until January 9.
  3. Right Page (Top Right Corner):

    • This section is a newspaper clipping from "The Wednesday" newspaper, detailing the exhibition of "Graphic Works by Max Klinger."
    • The exhibition is described as showcasing Klinger's work that bridges the gap between German romanticism and modern expressionism.
    • It mentions that the exhibition includes etchings such as "Dramas" and "On Death" cycles.
    • The exhibition is at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University, Cambridge.
    • The opening hours are from 9 AM to 5 PM, with the museum closed on Mondays.
    • Contact information includes a telephone number: 495-2317, and a mention of the Harvard-Holyoke Station.
  4. Bottom Page:

    • The bottom part of the image shows a photograph of what appears to be an artwork from the exhibition. The image is a black-and-white print, possibly an etching or a lithograph.
    • The bottom of this page has the Busch-Reisinger Museum information:
      • Busch-Reisinger Museum
      • Harvard University
      • 29 Kirkland Street
      • Cambridge, Massachusetts

The overall content is centered around the exhibition of Max Klinger's graphic works, with details about the talks, opening event, and newspaper coverage of the event.

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This image displays an open invitation or brochure for an art exhibition. On the left page, there is text indicating gallery talks on the exhibition by Dr. Anneliese Harding, with dates and times listed for the events. Below that, there's a mention of "Plot" ("Handlung") which is described as the second of the ten-print sequence titled "The Glove."

On the right page, there is the heading "The Busch-Reisinger Museum" followed by a formal invitation to the opening of "THE GRAPHIC WORKS OF MAX KLINGER," an exhibition co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston. The opening occurred on Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 to 7:30 at 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University, and the exhibition was scheduled to continue until January 9. The right upper corner has a newspaper clipping about the exhibition mentioning it includes 101 of Klinger's etchings containing "The Glove," "Dramas," and "On Death" cycles, with the dates it ran and admission information.

Lastly, there is a graphic work, presumably by Max Klinger, at the bottom of the right page, and the address of the Busch-Reisinger Museum is provided below.

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The image shows an open booklet or invitation on top of a scrapbook or album page. On the left side is an invitation from The Busch-Reisinger Museum for the opening of "THE GRAPHIC WORKS OF MAX KLINGER," an exhibition co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston. The opening is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, at 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University, and the exhibition will run until January 9. There are also gallery talks by Dr. Anneliese Harding on November 21 and January 9 at 2:30.

To the right, attached to the scrapbook page, is a newspaper clipping about the exhibition "Fine lines... An exhibition of 'Graphic Works by Max Klinger,'" noting Klinger as an influential 19th-century artist. It mentions the exhibition is at Harvard’s Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, and is cosponsored by the Goethe Institute. The exhibition includes 101 of Klinger's etchings and runs through January 9, with admission free. The clipping provides visiting hours and a contact telephone number, along with public transit directions.

At the bottom right of the scrapbook page, a partial printed caption or label gives the museum address: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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The image depicts an open book with two pages visible. The left page contains a printed invitation or announcement, with text that reads: "Gallery talks on the exhibition by Dr. Anneliese Harding Saturday, November 21 at 2:30; Saturday, January 9 at 2:30." Below this, there is a section that reads: "The Busch-Reisinger Museum requests the pleasure of your company at the opening of THE GRAPHIC WORKS OF MAX KLINGER an exhibition co-sponsored by the Goethe Institute Boston Tuesday, November 17, 1981 5:30 - 7:30 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University The exhibition will continue until January 9." There is also a note that reads: "Post (Handling) second of the ten print sequence. The Glove." The right page of the book shows a newspaper clipping or article, which includes a headline and text that appears to be an advertisement or announcement related to the exhibition of Max Klinger's graphic works. The clipping has a date of "WEDNESDAY" and mentions a location in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The image provides a glimpse into the content and context of the exhibition, highlighting the involvement of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Goethe Institute Boston.

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The image shows an open book or catalog with two visible pages. The left page is predominantly white with minimal text, while the right page contains detailed information about an art exhibition. Here’s a breakdown of the content:

Left Page:

  • Text:
    • "Gallery talks on the exhibition by Dr. Anneliese Harding"
    • Dates and times: "Saturday, November 21 at 2:30; Saturday, January 9 at 2:30"
    • A small note at the bottom: "*Plot [Handlung] second of the ten-print sequence, The Glove"

Right Page:

  • Header:
    • "The Busch-Reisinger Museum requests the pleasure of your company at the opening of THE GRAPHIC WORKS OF MAX KLINGER"
  • Exhibition Details:
    • Co-sponsor: Goethe Institute Boston
    • Date and Time: Tuesday, November 17, 1981, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    • Location: 29 Kirkland Street, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts
    • Duration: The exhibition will continue until January 9
  • Exhibition Description:
    • Title: "Fine lines... An exhibition of 'Graphic Works' by Max Klinger"
    • Description: The exhibition features works by Max Klinger, an influential romantic artist whose work bridged the gap between 19th-century German romanticism and the modern expressionist movement. It includes 20 works, such as "Klinger’s etchings including 'The Glove,' 'Drama' and 'On Death.'"
    • Dates of Display: Saturday, January 9, through Sunday, January 24
    • Hours: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    • Admission: Free
    • Contact: Telephone 495-2017, GSBS, Reed Line/Harvard-Holyoake Station

Visual Elements:

  • Image at the Bottom:
    • A black-and-white illustration or photograph of a dramatic, dynamic scene. The image appears to depict a figure in motion, possibly from one of Klinger’s works, such as "The Glove" mentioned in the text. The figure is elongated and expressive, suggesting an artistic or theatrical pose.
  • Footer Text:
    • "Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts"

Overall Context:

The image appears to be from an exhibition catalog or program for an art show featuring the graphic works of Max Klinger, held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The left page includes details about gallery talks, while the right page provides comprehensive information about the exhibition, its dates, location, and featured works. The illustration at the bottom visually represents one of Klinger’s artworks, likely "The Glove," as referenced in the text. The design and layout suggest a formal, academic, or museum-related publication.