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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1980-1985

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Harvard Gazette," dated May 13, 1983. The article on the page is titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum" and is written by Vicki Voulman.

The article discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of the Harvard Art Museums. The exhibition features a selection of 20th-century paintings, drawings, and sculptures from the museum's collection, showcasing the evolution of German art. The exhibit includes works by notable artists such as Nolde, Beckett, Kirchner, Klee, Barlach, and Heckelmann.

The exhibition is divided into three galleries:

  1. Gallery I focuses on the evolution of German art.
  2. Gallery II features a selection of Bauhaus materials.
  3. Gallery III is described as "tangential in influence and directly related to the philosophy and strategy of Bauhaus."

The article also mentions specific works and artists, such as Erich Heckel's lithographs, which are displayed in the basement, and a selection of drawings by Paul Klee. The exhibition aims to provide a comprehensive overview of German art from the late medieval period to the 20th century.

Additionally, there is a photograph accompanying the article, showing a modernist building designed by the architect Marcel Breuer. The caption indicates that this is a drawing and model from the Harvard Graduate School of Design's exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, showcasing Breuer's work, specifically the Gropius residence at the Bauhaus, Dessau, 1925-26. The exhibition is part of the centennial celebration of Breuer's birth.

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The image shows an open book, likely a catalog or newspaper clipping collection, featuring two articles related to art exhibitions at Harvard.

  1. Top Article:

    • Headline: "German art shown at Harvard Museum"
    • Author: Vicki Younans
    • Date: May 13, 1983
    • Source: The Harvard Gazette
    • Content: The article describes an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The exhibition features German art, including 16th-century paintings, sculptures, and religious artifacts such as porcelain plates, as well as 20th-century modern paintings. The collection showcases a broad range of German art, from medieval to contemporary, and includes works by artists like Ernst Barlach and Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. The exhibition is divided into several galleries, each focusing on different themes and periods, such as "Jungendstil" and the impact of the 18th-century artist, with special displays in the chapel and transcept.
  2. Bottom Article:

    • Headline: Not explicitly visible in the image, but it appears to relate to an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • Image: The article includes a black-and-white photograph of a building, identified as the Walter Gropius Archive at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The caption mentions that photographs, drawings, and models from the Walter Gropius Archive will be on display from June 24 at the Museum, highlighting the architectural heritage of the Bauhaus, specifically Gropius' residence at the Bauhaus, Weimar, from 1925-26.

The book itself has a worn appearance, with some yellowing and visible wear on the edges and binding. It contains various other pages and materials, including what looks like a catalog or a magazine from the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

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The image shows a page from a magazine or newspaper clipping, specifically from the Harvard Gazette dated May 13, 1983. The article is titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum" and written by Vicki Youmans.

The article discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which showcases a variety of German artworks. The opening remarks mention that the first glance at the Busch-Reisinger Museum's collection highlights 16th-century paintings and sculptures of religious content, alongside 20th-century modern paintings. The article explains that the collection offers a wide range of artistic periods and styles, including works by notable artists such as Nolde, Heckel, Beckmann, Kandinsky, Döbelein, and Schwitters.

The exhibition is divided into several galleries, with Gallery III featuring woodblocks, lithographs, and drawings by artists like Schiele and Wassily Kandinsky. Gallery IV and V focus on various phases of Expressionism. The article also mentions that the Busch-Reisinger Museum is part of Harvard University.

Below the article, there is an image of the Busch-Reisinger Museum building, which appears to be a modern architectural structure. Additionally, there's a small caption below the image indicating that photographs, drawings, and models from the Walter Gropius Archive will be displayed through June 24 at the museum as part of a series of exhibitions.

The clipping is inserted into a book, which is open to this page, showcasing additional pages visible around it.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with two distinct articles and a photograph pasted on one of its pages. The page on the left is mostly blank, while the right page contains the pasted materials.

  1. Article 1 (Top Left):

    • Title: "German art shown at Harvard Museum"
    • Author: Vicki Youmans
    • Source: The Boston Globe, dated April 17, 1983
    • Summary: The article discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum featuring German art. The collection includes 18th to 20th-century paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts. The article mentions that the museum, founded in 1903, focuses on central and northern European art. The exhibition highlights significant pieces, including early modern paintings, sculptures, and works by artists like Kandinsky, Klee, and Beckmann.
  2. Article 2 (Bottom Center):

    • Title: Not explicitly stated, but the headline mentions "Harvard Gazette May 13, 1983"
    • The article appears to discuss architectural models, drawings, and photographs from the Walter Gropius Archive at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The display, which runs from June 2 to 26, features the work of architect Walter Gropius, including his residence in Lincoln, Massachusetts, which was built in 1938.
  3. Photograph (Bottom Right):

    • The black-and-white photograph shows a modern, boxy house with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by trees. This is likely an image of Walter Gropius' residence, referred to in the accompanying article.

The page appears to be part of a collection or scrapbook focused on German art and architecture, as evidenced by the carefully pasted articles and photograph, likely of interest to someone studying or interested in these topics.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 13, 1983. It features an article titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum" written by Vicki Youmann.

Summary of the Article:

The article discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located on the Harvard campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This museum is noted for its collection of central and northern European art, which is the largest of its kind in North America.

The current exhibition showcases a diverse array of German artworks from the late Middle Ages to the 20th century. This includes paintings, prints, sculptures, and religious artifacts. Specifically mentioned are:

  • Works from the 16th-century painters such as Hans Holbein the Elder, Matthias Grünewald, and Lucas Cranach.
  • Sculptures by Tilman Riemenschneider.
  • Works from later centuries including pieces by Caspar David Friedrich, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, and Max Beckmann.
  • The exhibit also includes modern artists like Käthe Kollwitz, Emil Nolde, and Georg Baselitz.

The Busch-Reisinger Museum, founded in 1903, is highlighted for its extensive collection, which includes both well-known and lesser-known pieces. The article notes that the museum's collection covers various phases of artistic development in central and northern Europe.

Additionally, there are two special exhibitions planned:

  1. One focusing on the artistic phases of the late medieval period to the early Renaissance.
  2. Another displaying side galleries of the museum's holdings, including a variety of art forms like woodcuts, prints, and drawings.

The article is accompanied by a photograph of the Busch-Reisinger Museum building.

Image Description:

  • The photograph depicts the Busch-Reisinger Museum, showcasing its modernist architectural style.
  • The museum building is surrounded by trees, suggesting a serene, landscaped setting.
  • The caption under the photograph mentions that the images and models from the Walter Gropius exhibit will be displayed until June 25, as part of the centennial celebration of the architect’s birthday (May 18). The building in the image is identified as Gropius’ residence at the Bauhaus, Dessau, from 1925-26.

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The image shows an open book or album with a newspaper article and a magazine spread. The newspaper article is titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum" and is from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 13, 1983. The article, written by Vicki Youmans, discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum featuring German art from the late medieval period through the 20th century.

The article mentions various art pieces including woodblocks, lithographs, drawings, and sculptures by prominent artists such as Albrecht Dürer, Hans Holbein, and Wassily Kandinsky. The exhibition includes works from the museum's permanent collection and loans from other institutions. It highlights the museum's extensive collection of German art and its historical significance.

Below the article, there is a black-and-white photograph of the Busch-Reisinger Museum building itself, with a caption indicating that photographs, drawings, and models from the Walter Gropius Archive will be displayed there.

To the right of the newspaper clipping, there is a magazine spread from THE TOPICS, dated May 1973, featuring an article titled "B9". The spread appears to be about the Busch-Reisinger Museum, with a photograph of the museum building and some architectural drawings. The magazine spread seems to focus on the museum's design and history, emphasizing its importance as a cultural institution.

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The image shows an open book or a journal with an article on the left side and a black-and-white photograph on the right side. The article is titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum" by Vicki Youmans, referencing an exhibit at the Busch-Reisinger Museum focused on German art. The photo beneath the article displays an example of Bauhaus architecture—likely one of the iconic buildings associated with this influential design school. Below the photograph, there is a caption explaining that photographs, drawings, and models from the Walter Gropius Archive at the Busch-Reisinger Museum will be on display, and it mentions the exhibit running through June 25 as part of the centennial celebration of the architect's birthday. The photograph is dated May 13, 1983.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings attached.

  1. The top clipping is an article titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum" by Vicki Youmans. It talks about an exhibition of German art from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard. The article mentions the museum's extensive collections of paintings, prints, drawings, and woodblocks by German artists, including famous names like Joseph Hoffmann, Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Wassily Kandinsky, Peter Behrens, and others. It highlights the historical range from medieval to 20th-century German art and references special exhibitions, including one from the Walter Gropius Archive.

  2. The bottom clipping is from the Harvard Gazette dated May 13, 1983, and features a black-and-white photograph of a modern building surrounded by trees. The caption notes that photographs, drawings, and models from the Walter Gropius Archive at the Busch-Reisinger Museum will be on display through June 25 as part of a centennial celebration of Gropius' birthday. The photo specifically shows Gropius' residence at the Bauhaus in Dessau from 1925-26.

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The image shows an open book with a page displaying a black-and-white photograph of a building. The text on the page reads "German art shown at Harvard Museum" and includes details about the exhibition and the museum's collection. The photograph shows a modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by trees. The book appears to be a publication or a magazine, with other pages visible in the background.

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The image shows an open book or magazine page featuring an article titled "German art shown at Harvard Museum". The article is dated May 13, 1993, and is from the Harvard Gazette. The content discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting German art from various periods, including medieval, Renaissance, and modern works. The article mentions notable artists such as Nolde, Heckel, Pechstein, Kandinsky, Dix, Schawer, Klee, Barlach, and Beckmann. It also describes the museum's collection, which includes woodcuts, drawings, paintings, sculptures, and lithographs, with a focus on 20th-century German art.

Below the article, there is a black-and-white photograph depicting a modern building, likely the Busch-Reisinger Museum itself. The caption at the bottom of the page provides additional context, noting that photographs, drawings, and models from the Walter Gropius Archive at the Busch-Reisinger Museum will be on display as part of a celebration of the architect's birthday (May 18). The exhibition will run from June 25 to June 26 at the museum, which is described as Gropius's residence at the Bauhaus, Dessau, from 1925 to 1926.

The book or magazine appears to be part of a collection, as indicated by the visible spine and page numbers (e.g., "93" and "94") and the presence of tabs or bookmarks on the right side of the image. The overall layout suggests an academic or archival context, with detailed text and accompanying imagery.