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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1980-1985

ARCH.2013.5.19, Rendition: 801162

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The image shows an open book with a page that appears to be an announcement or program for events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The page is dated March 4 - April 1, 1966.

The main text on the page describes an exhibition titled "Albrecht Dürer: Artist and the Man," which celebrates the 400th anniversary of the death of Albrecht Dürer. The exhibition includes a wide range of Dürer's works, such as paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures, and explores the transformation of Germany and Europe during Dürer's lifetime. The exhibition was organized by R. Bruce Lindsay, a graduate student in the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University.

Additionally, the page lists several events:

  1. March 24, 8:30 PM: Richard Etten will conduct the Boston Musica Viva in its final concert of the season, featuring works by contemporary composers.
  2. April 1, 8:30 PM: The Ralph H. Ferris Chorale will perform a program of sacred music, including works by Bach, Handel, and others.
  3. April 16, 8:30 PM: A concert titled "Love" will be celebrated by James Connolly, organist, featuring works by Purcell, Bach, and others.

The page also includes a decorative initial "B" and "R" in an ornate style, likely inspired by Dürer's own artistic style. There is a stamp indicating "First Class" and "OS PAID" with a postmark from Boston, Massachusetts.

The right side of the page has a partially visible section from another document or book, which includes text in German and images, possibly related to an art exhibition or museum. The visible text mentions "Museum für Gestaltung" and includes a photograph of a person and an artwork.

Overall, the page provides information about an art exhibition and related musical events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in 1966.

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The image shows the inside of a newspaper clipping or a magazine spread from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The spread is focused on various events and activities scheduled at the museum.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • The header features the Busch-Reisinger Museum logo, with a decorative illustration of the letters "BR" in an ornate style.
    • The museum's address is listed at the top: 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
    • There is also a note indicating "FIRST CLASS TRAVELLED" and a small amount paid, specifically $0.06.
  2. Main Clipping (Center Left):

    • Dates: March 4 to April 3.
    • Event: An exhibition titled "Dürer and Small Things" to celebrate the 500th birthday of the German artist Albrecht Dürer. This exhibition includes book illustrations and new ideas on form, proportion, and the transformation of Germany and the Netherlands into Renaissance art.
    • Organized by R. Bruce Livie, a graduate student, and features a broad range of Dürer’s works, including paintings, drawings, sculpture, and decorative arts.
    • The event is curated by David Farmer, the Curator, with contact information provided.
  3. Top Right Section:

    • Contains a newspaper or magazine clipping with images, likely related to another event or news item from the museum’s or an affiliated institution’s calendar.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • Event: March 24, 8:30 p.m. - Music by Richard Friston in the context of the 1970-71 season concert series.
    • The concert series is partially sponsored by the Arts and Humanities of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through the General Court.
    • The program includes works by Gaudlin, Berio, Penderecki, Hauer, Stockhausen, and Stock.
  5. Bottom Right Section:

    • April 7, 8:30 p.m. - Performance by the Ralph H. Farris Chorale, which will perform a concert at the museum.
    • April 16, 8:30 p.m. - Celebration of Love with performances by James Johnson, organist, and Susan Davenny-Wyner, soprano, in an evening of music by Purcell, Haydn, and other composers.
    • The concert includes music by the director of Trinity Church, Boston, and music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

The clippings and advertisements cover a variety of cultural and artistic activities, highlighting the museum's diverse offerings and the events it hosts.

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The image shows an open book or album with various documents and images tucked into its pages. Here are the key elements:

  1. Top Left Page: There is a document from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document seems to be an announcement or flyer, featuring the museum's logo with the letters "BR" prominently displayed in an artistic font. The event mentioned is "Albrecht Dürer and his Legacy," running from March 4 to April 7, with details about the exhibition.

  2. Middle Right Page: There is a black and white photograph showing a group of people, possibly at a museum or an event. The image is partially visible, with some text on the reverse side that reads "museum für gestaltung" and mentions "Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Boston, Mass."

  3. Bottom Section: The visible page at the bottom mentions contact information for David Farmer, the Curator, with a telephone number (617) 495-2338.

The overall scene suggests a collection of documents, photographs, and ephemera related to museum exhibitions and events, likely curated or collected by an individual interested in art and museum studies.

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The image shows a poster or a page from a program guide for the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The events listed are scheduled for March and April.

Exhibitions:

March 4 - April 9

  • Direct and Small Things
    This exhibition, organized by Peter Nisbet, features works by Bauhaus artist Josef Albers. It includes the artist's exploration of form, proportion, and color in his depictions of small, often overlooked objects. The show features drawings, paintings, and decorative arts.

Events:

March 24, 8:30 p.m.

  • Musica Viva Concert
    Richard Pittman will conduct a concert featuring works from the 1970-71 season. This series, sponsored by the Council of Massachusetts Associations, focuses on contemporary music. The final program includes pieces by Gauldin, Berio, and others.

April 3, 8:30 p.m.

  • More Music
    The Galip/Hadari Piano Duo will perform a concert at the museum. This duo consists of Mr. Yalcin Galip and Ms. Nurit Hadari, both on the faculty of the Longy School of Music.

April 16, 8:30 p.m.

  • Evening of Chamber Music
    This event will celebrate the music of Johannes Brahms and Susan Davenny Wyner. It includes performances by various musicians, such as:
    • Susan Davenny-Wyner (soprano)
    • Yehudi Wyner (piano)
    • Malcolm Lowe (violin)
    • Jules Eskin (cello)
    • The Boston Museum Trio (with musicians from the Boston Symphony Orchestra)

The concert series was most enthusiastically received last year and is returning by popular demand.

Additional Information:

  • The poster mentions David Farmer as the curator and provides a contact telephone number: (617) 495-2388.
  • The text at the bottom indicates that the letters forming an alphabet on display are from Albrecht Dürer, dated 1524.

On the right side of the image, part of another poster from the "Museum für Gestaltung" (Museum of Design) is visible. It appears to be in German and includes a photo of a person.

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The image shows an open book from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, which is located at 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The book appears to be a catalog or informational pamphlet related to an exhibition or event.

On the left page, there is an orange cover with the Busch-Reisinger Museum logo at the top. The logo consists of the letters "B" and "R" in a decorative, ornate style. Below the logo, there are details about an exhibition titled "Dürer and Small Things," which runs from March 4 to April 3. The exhibition celebrates the 500th birthday of Albrecht Dürer, focusing on his woodcut illustrations and how they influenced the transformation of Germany and the Netherlands into Renaissance centers. The text also mentions that the exhibition will include a broad range of paintings, drawings, sculpture, and decorative arts.

Further details include:

  • An event on March 24 at 8:30 p.m. titled "Music Viva," conducted by Richard Pittman, featuring works by composers such as Gauldin, Berio, and Stockhausen.
  • A concert by the Ralph H. Farris Chorale on April 7 at 8:30 p.m., performing music by Reger.
  • A concert on April 16 at 8:30 p.m. celebrating "Love," with performances by James Johnson and Susan Davenny-Wyner.

At the bottom of the page, there is a note about a lecture titled "Letters from an Alphabet by Albrecht Dürer, 1524" and contact information for David Farmer, the curator, including a phone number.

The right page contains black-and-white images and text, likely related to the exhibition or additional information about the museum and its collections. The text appears to be in German and English, with the heading "Museum für Gestaltung," suggesting it might be related to design or applied arts. The images seem to depict people and possibly artworks or architectural elements. There is also a stamp indicating that the mailing was first class and postmarked Boston, MA.

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The image shows an open book, specifically a brochure or catalog from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The brochure appears to be from the 1970s based on the style of the text and layout.

The cover of the brochure features the museum's logo and the name "Busch-Reisinger Museum Harvard University" along with the address: 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138. The postage stamp indicates it was paid first-class mail.

Inside, the brochure lists several events and exhibitions scheduled from March to April:

  1. March 4 - April 3: An exhibition titled "Dürer and Small Things" celebrating Albrecht Dürer's 500th birthday. The exhibition includes a broad range of Dürer's works, such as drawings, paintings, and decorative arts, highlighting his influence on the transformation of Germany and the Netherlands into Renaissance centers. The exhibition was organized by R. Bruce Livingston, a graduate student at Harvard.

  2. March 24, 8:30 p.m.: A concert titled "Music Viva" conducted by Richard Pittman, featuring the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The concert is sponsored by the Arts and Humanities Council of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and includes works by various composers.

  3. April 7, 8:30 p.m.: A concert by the Ralph H. Farris Chorale, which performed a notable concert at the museum the previous winter. The concert includes music by various composers, including Mozart.

  4. April 16, 8:30 p.m.: A concert celebrating the music of Bach, featuring James Johnson on organ, Susan Pavenny-Wyner as soprano, and other musicians.

Additionally, the brochure includes an image of an alphabetical lettering by Albrecht Dürer from 1524 and mentions a display of photographs and images from a museum for design.

The brochure is marked with a stamp indicating the location is Boston, Massachusetts, and a handwritten note indicating the address is 29 Kirkland Street. There are also some clipped images or photographs, possibly related to the events or exhibitions mentioned.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with several papers and a photo inserted between the pages. The most prominent item is a brown sheet of paper with black printed text and decorative letters "B" and "R" at the top, standing for Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The brown sheet contains information about events and exhibitions, specifically mentioning themes around Albrecht Dürer, including an exhibition titled "Auch kleine Dinge: Durer and the Decorative Tradition." Other details include dates and descriptions of concerts and lectures related to art and music, as well as contact information for curator David Farmer. Behind the brown sheet, there are other papers, including typed documents and a black-and-white photo that shows a museum sign reading "museum für gestaltung" and a framed picture on an outdoor display board. The whole setup looks like an archival or research collection on art and museum exhibitions.

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This is an image of an open brochure or pamphlet placed on the right side of an open book. The brochure is for the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, located at 32 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138, as mentioned on the top of the brochure. It advertises various events and exhibits that were scheduled to take place.

The front of the brochure features a decorative design with the initials "B" and "R," which likely stand for Busch-Reisinger. Below the initials is text describing an exhibit titled "Auch Kleine Dinge," which translates to "Even Small Things," and is related to the Decorative Tradition surrounding the 500th birthday of the German artist Dürer. The exhibit seems to include books of illustrations, etchings, new book illustrations, and more, with a focus on the theme of decoration playing a major role in the transformation of Germany and the Netherlands into blossoming societies.

The brochure provides a schedule of musical performances, including artists and groups such as Marcia Van Dresser, the Hilliard Ensemble, Parker Quartet, and others performing various types of music ranging from Renaissance music to more contemporary pieces.

At the bottom of the brochure, there is credit given to David Farmer, the curator, with his contact telephone number provided.

There are additional pieces of paper and pamphlets inserted within the book, and there is also a postmark in the top right corner, indicating that this brochure may have been mailed at some point. The rest of the image reveals a part of a bookshelf and the edge of another open book or pamphlet that includes images and possibly further information about related topics or exhibits.

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The image depicts an open book, showcasing two adjacent pages with distinct designs and content.

Left Page:

  • Header: The page features a prominent orange header with the initials "BJR" in large, stylized lettering. Below this, there is a smaller section with text that reads:

    • "TIENT CLASSE"
    • "06 PAID"
    • "ROBERT MAIR"
    • "PROJECT NO. 1000"
  • Main Content:

    • The page includes a detailed description of events and exhibitions organized by the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum Harvard University, located at 25 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
    • The content is formatted as a program or announcement, listing several events:
      1. March 4 – April 1: "Auch Kleine Dinge" (Small Things) – An exhibition celebrating the 300th birthday of the German artist Paul Klee, featuring his prints and book illustrations. The text highlights Klee's influence on modern art and design.
      2. March 24, 8:30 p.m.: A concert by Richard Pittman, part of the Boston Musica Viva series, sponsored by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
      3. April 7, 8:30 p.m.: A concert by the Ralph H. Parris Chorale at Trinity Church, Boston.
      4. April 16, 8:30 p.m.: A concert by James Jones, celebrated for his work in jazz and music, with performances by artists such as Buckell Bach, Susan Davenny-Wyner, Hofman, and others.
  • Footer:

    • The page is signed by David Farmer, Curator, with a telephone number: (617) 495-2338.
    • There is also a note at the bottom mentioning a letter from an alphabet by Albrecht Dürer, 1514.

Right Page:

  • Header: The page has a light blue header with the text "museum für gestaltung" (Museum for Design), indicating an affiliation with design or art education.

  • Content:

    • The right page appears to be a continuation of the left page or a separate section, featuring a mix of text and images:
      • Text Blocks: Several short lines of text are visible, including phrases such as "Consulate," "husatts member," "Iv of Berlin," and "Opus 9." These seem to be fragmented or incomplete entries, possibly from a catalog or index.
      • Photographs and Illustrations:
        • A black-and-white photograph of a person standing in front of a building, possibly a museum or institutional structure.
        • A small sketch or line drawing of a tree or plant, placed near the bottom right corner.
        • A faint, partially visible image or watermark of a framed artwork or photograph in the upper right area.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a curated program or catalog related to art, design, and cultural events, likely associated with the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum Harvard University. The left page provides detailed event listings, while the right page seems to include supplementary materials, such as photographs, sketches, and fragmented text entries, possibly serving as visual aids or additional contextual information. The design and layout suggest a blend of formal programming and artistic documentation.

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The image shows an open book with a brown cover and a white sticker on the top left corner. The sticker reads "Bunch-Reisinger Museum Harvard University." The book has several pages with text and images. The text on the pages appears to be a program for an exhibition or event. The image on the right side of the book shows a man standing in front of a signboard.