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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1980-1985

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or album featuring information and photographs related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The page is divided into three main sections:

  1. Top Left Section (Green Background):

    • Title: "B-R Calendar"
    • Institution: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
    • Exhibitions:
      • March 16 - April 29, 1983: "Expressionists: From the Reistate - Works by Central European artists from 1870 to 1918."
      • May 10 - June 25, 1983: "Walter Gropius: Photographs, drawings, prints and models from the Museum's Gropius Archive."
    • Films:
      • Presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich in conjunction with his course "German Film Between the Wars" (History of Art and Architecture 193).
      • Thursdays at 4:00 pm in Science Center C.
      • Film schedule: March 24 (Gosudarstvennaya (1931)), April 7 (The Old and the New (1929)), April 14 (Lenin in October (1937)), April 21 (Triumph of the Will (1936)).
    • Gallery Talk:
      • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius" on May 14 at 12:15 pm in the Museum Lobby, presented by Dr. Anneliese Harding.
    • Special Event:
      • "Garden Party" on June 16 at 5:30 pm, rain or shine.
    • Concert Series:
      • "Busch-Reisinger Saturday Concert Series" at 4:30 pm through May 14, 1983.
    • Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change.
  2. Top Right Section (Photographs):

    • Two black-and-white photographs of a signboard for the "bauhaus-archiv museum für gestaltung." The signboard features images and text, likely related to an exhibition or event at the museum.
  3. Bottom Section (Cream-colored Invitation):

    • An invitation card with a decorative border.
    • Text: "The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum cordially invite you to a Garden Party in the Courtyard Thursday, June 16, 5:00 p.m. rain or shine."
    • The year "1983" is handwritten at the top of the invitation.

The page appears to document events and exhibitions at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in the spring of 1983, including a garden party invitation.

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This image is of a bulletin board displaying a calendar of events and exhibitions for the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Calendar Header

  • Title: B-R CALENDAR
  • Subtitle: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

Exhibitions

  1. March 16 - April 29, 1983:

    • "From the Realists to the Expressionists: Works on Paper by Central European Artists from 1870 to 1918"
  2. May 10 - June 23, 1983:

    • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius: Photographs, Prints, and Models from the Museum Gropius Archive"

Films

  • Presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich in conjunction with his course "Politics and the Arts in Russia and Germany 1917-1939"
  • Screenings at 4:00 pm in Science Center C on the following Thursdays:
    • March 24: Corradini/ship (1931)
    • April 7: The Old and the New (1929)
    • April 14: Lenin in October (1937)
    • April 21: Triumph of the Will (1934)

Gallery Talk

  • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius"
    • Date: May 14
    • Time: 2:30 pm
    • Location: Meet in Museum lobby
    • Led by: Dr. Anneliese Harding

Special Event

  • Annual Facets of Genius Party
    • Theme: RAIN OR SHINE!
    • Date: June 16
    • Time: 5:30 pm

Additional Note

  • Saturday Concert Series at 4:30 pm through May 14, 1983

Invitation

  • Event: Garden Party in the Courtyard
    • Organization: The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum
    • Date: Thursday, June 16
    • Time: 5:00 pm
    • Note: Rain or shine

Disclaimer

  • All dates are tentative and subject to change.

The board also features images from the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum für Gestaltung, showing some historical photographs. The calendar and invitation are displayed on a corkboard with pushpins.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook page with various items related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum from 1983. Here is a detailed description of the contents:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A green-bordered calendar page titled "Museum Calendar" from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
    • It lists exhibitions, films, a gallery talk, and special events.

    Exhibitions:

    • "From Realists to the Expressionists: works on paper by Central European artists from 1870 to 1918"
      • Dates: March 17 - June 29, 1983
    • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius"
      • Dates: May 10 - June 25, 1983
      • Description: Prints, photographs, and models from the Museum Gropius Archive

    Films:

    • Presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich in conjunction with his course "Politics and the Arts in Russia and Germany 1917-1939"
      • Dates and Titles:
        • March 24: "Comradeship" (1931)
        • April 7: "The Old and the New" (1929)
        • April 14: "Lenin in October" (1937)
        • April 21: "Triumph of the Will" (1934)
      • Time: Thursdays at 4:00 pm in Science Center C

    Gallery Talk:

    • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius"
      • Date: May 14 at 2:30 pm
      • Location: Meet in the Museum lobby
      • Led by Dr. Anneliese Harding

    Special Event:

    • Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum Garden Party

      • Date: June 16 at 5:30 pm (rain or shine)
    • Additional note: Saturday Concert Series at 4:30 pm through May 14, 1983.

  2. Top Right Section:

    • Two black-and-white photographs of a billboard or signage for the "Bauhaus-Archiv Museum für Gestaltung" (Bauhaus Archive Museum of Design), showing images of Walter Gropius.
  3. Bottom Right Section:

    • An invitation card for a garden party hosted by the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
      • The event is scheduled for Thursday, June 16, 1983, at 5:00 pm, rain or shine.
      • The card is ornately decorated with green floral patterns.

The page provides a snapshot of the museum's activities and events during the spring of 1983.

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The image shows a page from a calendar for the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated 1983. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Calendar Page (Left Side):

  • Exhibitions:

    • March 19 - June 29, 1983: "From the Realists to the Expressionists: Works on Paper by Central European Artists from 1870 to 1918."
    • May 10 - June 25, 1983: "A Tribute to Walter Gropius: Prints and Photographs, and Models from the Museum Gropius Archive."
  • Films:

    • Presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich in conjunction with his course "Politics and the Arts in Russia and Germany 1917-1939."
    • Dates and Films:
      • 24 March: "Contradiction" (1931)
      • 7 April: "The Old and the New" (1929)
      • 14 April: "Lenin in October" (1937)
      • 21 April: "Triumph of the Will" (1934)
  • Gallery Talk:

    • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius"
    • 14 May at 2:30 pm: Meet in Museum Lobby, led by Dr. Ameliese Harding.
  • Special Event:

    • 16 June at 5:30 pm: Rain or Shine Garden Party in the Courtyard.
  • Additional Event:

    • Saturday Concert Series at 4:30 pm through May 14, 1983.

Images (Right Side):

  • Two black-and-white photographs of outdoor posters for the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum für Gestaltung, displaying images of two men in formal attire, likely related to Walter Gropius.

Invitation (Bottom Center):

  • The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum cordially invite to a Garden Party in the Courtyard on Thursday, June 16, at 5:00 pm, rain or shine.

Notes:

  • All dates are noted as tentative and subject to change.

This page appears to be part of an archival or historical collection, likely preserved in a scrapbook or a similar format.

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The image shows a page from a 1983 calendar of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The calendar includes various events and activities scheduled for that year.

Exhibitions:

  1. March 27 - June 29, 1983:

    • "The Realists to the Expressionists: works on paper by Central European artists from 1870 to 1918."
  2. May 10 - June 25, 1983:

    • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius: prints and photographs from the Museum Gropius Archive."

Films:
Films presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich, in conjunction with his course "Politics and the Arts in Russia and Germany 1917-1939," scheduled for Thursdays at 4:00 PM in Science Center C:

  • 24 March: "Conradeship (1931)"
  • 7 April: "The Old and the New (1929)"
  • 14 April: "Lenin in October (1937)"
  • 21 April: "Triumph of the Will (1934)"

Gallery Talk:

  • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius"
  • Date: 14 May at 2:30 PM
  • Location: Meet in the Museum lobby
  • Led by Dr. Anneliese Harding

Special Event:

  • "Friends Garden Party"
  • Date: Thursday, June 16, at 5:00 PM
  • Location: Courtyard (rain or shine)

Saturday Concert Series:

  • Starts at 4:30 PM through May 14, 1983

The calendar also includes a note stating that all dates are tentative and subject to change.

Additionally, there are two black-and-white photographs of the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum für Gestaltung, which are part of the insert. One photograph shows the museum's entrance with a signboard, and the other shows the exterior of the museum with trees and a water body in the background. The lower part of the page contains an invitation to a Garden Party by the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum on June 16, 1983.

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The image displays an open book or scrapbook with various items related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, focused on the year 1983.

  1. Top Left Section: Calendar of Events

    • The page titled "Busch-Reisinger Museum 1983 Calendar" lists exhibitions, films, gallery talks, and special events.
    • Exhibitions:
      • "From Realists to the Expressionists: works on paper by Central European artists from 1870 to 1918" from March 2 to April 29, 1983.
      • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius: photographs, drawings, and prints from the Museum Gropius Archive" from May 10 to June 25, 1983.
    • Films:
      • Presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich, showing films like "Comradeship" (1931), "The Old and the New" (1929), "Man with a Movie Camera" (1929), "Leni Riefenstahl: The Triumph of the Will" (1934) on selected dates in April.
    • Gallery Talk:
      • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius" on May 14 at 2:30 pm in the Museum lobby, led by Dr. Annemarie Haring.
    • Special Event:
      • Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum Garden Party on June 16 at 5:30 pm.
    • Additional Note:
      • Mention of the Saturday Concert Series at 4:30 pm through May 14, 1983.
  2. Top Right Section: Photographs

    • Two black-and-white photographs of an outdoor poster display for the "bauhaus-archiv museum für gestaltung." The posters feature images of two men, possibly prominent figures related to the museum or an exhibition.
  3. Bottom Section: Invitation

    • An invitation from "The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum" for a Garden Party in the Courtyard on Thursday, June 16, 1983, at 5:00 pm, noting that it will be held rain or shine.

The layout suggests a well-organized archival presentation of events and activities that took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in 1983, with an emphasis on exhibitions, films, and social gatherings.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or photo album page. On the left side, there is a green paper insert with what appears to be an events calendar titled "Busch-Reisinger Museum Calendar." It lists information about exhibitions, films, gallery talks, and a special event relating to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is associated with Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The events listed date from March 14 to June 25, 1983.

On the right side, there are two photographs mounted on the page. Both photographs depict what seems to be an outdoor scene with a tree in the center. There's a large, rectangular information board positioned in front of the tree. The board is displaying posters, at least one of which contains the label "bauhaus-archiv museum für gestaltung." This suggests that the photos could be related to an exhibition on Bauhaus design or may have been taken at or near the Bauhaus-Archiv, a museum for design.

Below the photographs, on the left side of the page, there's a text insert from "The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum" inviting to a garden party on Thursday, June 16, 5:00 p.m. The date "1983" is written by hand near the middle bottom of the page, and the event is specified to take place rain or shine.

In summary, the image contains materials related to past museum events, including calendars, photographs of an exhibition display, and invitations, which collectively provide a historical account of the museum's activities during a particular period.

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The image shows an open scrapbook page with several items attached. On the left side, there is a green paper titled "BR Calendar" from the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It lists exhibitions, films, gallery talks, special events, and a note about a Saturday concert series. The exhibitions mentioned include dates from March 14 to June 25, 1983, with highlights such as "From the Realists to the Expressionists" and "A Tribute to Walter Gropius." Films being shown relate to politics and the arts in Russia and Germany from 1917 to 1939, with specific dates listed in March and April.

On the right side of the page, there are two black-and-white photographs depicting an outdoor display board with the title "bauhaus-Archiv museum für gestaltung." The display contains text and photos, presumably related to an exhibition or event at the Bauhaus Archive. The photos show a winter scene with leafless trees and a cobblestone path.

Below the photos, there is a white invitation card bordered with green ivy designs. It reads:

"The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum
cordially invite you to
a Garden Party in the Courtyard
Thursday, June 16, 5:00 p.m.
rain or shine."

The year "1983" is handwritten lightly in pencil on the card.

Overall, this scrapbook page documents events and exhibitions related to art and culture at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in 1983, including photographs of an exhibit at the Bauhaus Archive.

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The image is a spread from a museum calendar or brochure, featuring a combination of text and images. The left side of the image contains a green banner with white text, listing various events and exhibitions. The banner reads "Bisch Calendar" and includes details about exhibitions, films, gallery talks, and special events. The events are scheduled from March 14 to June 25, 1983, and cover topics such as art from the Realists to the Expressionists and works from the Museum Gropius Archive.

The right side of the image features three photographs. The top photograph shows a signboard with the text "bauhaus-archiv museum für gestaltung" and images of two men. The middle photograph is a black-and-white image of a tree and a signboard with the same text. The bottom photograph is a close-up of the signboard with the images of the two men.

Below the photographs, there is a white card with green floral designs and the text "The Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum cordially invite you to a Garden Party in the Courtyard Thursday, June 16, 5:00 p.m. rain or shine." This card likely serves as an invitation to an event hosted by the museum.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog page featuring a combination of textual and visual content related to cultural and artistic events. Here’s a detailed description:

Textual Content (Left Side):

  • Title: The page is titled "Bauhaus-Archiv Calendar" in bold green text at the top.
  • Institution: It is associated with the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum, located at Harrowed University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
  • Exhibitions:
    • March 14–April 29, 1983: An exhibition titled "From the Realists to the Expressionists: Works on Paper by Central European Artists from 1870 to 1918."
    • May 10–June 25, 1983: A tribute to Walter Gropius, featuring "Photographs, Drawings, Prints, and Models from the Museum Gropius Archive."
  • Films:
    • A film series presented by Prof. Peter Jelavich, in conjunction with his course "Politics and the Arts in Russia and Germany 1917–1939."
    • Films include:
      • Thursday, March 24, 1983: "Comradeship (1931)"
      • Thursday, April 7, 1983: "The Old and the New (1932)"
      • Thursday, April 14, 1983: "Levin in October (1937)"
      • Thursday, April 21, 1983: "Triumph of the Will (1934)"
  • Gallery Talk:
    • "A Tribute to Walter Gropius" led by Dr. Anneliese Harding on May 14, 1983, at 2:30 pm, in the Museum Lobby.
  • Special Event:
    • A Friends' Garden Party hosted by the Friends of the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum on Thursday, June 16, 1983, at 5:00 p.m. in the Courtyard, with the note "rain or shine!"
  • Additional Note: A reminder about the Saturday Concert Series at 4:30 pm through May 14, 1983, with the caveat that "All dates are tentative and subject to change."

Visual Content (Right Side):

  • Photographs:
    • Two photographs are displayed side by side, showing outdoor installations or displays associated with the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum.
    • Top Photograph:
      • Shows a display board with text and images, mounted on a tree trunk. The board includes the text "Bauhaus-Archiv Museum für Gestaltung" (Bauhaus Archive Museum for Design) and appears to feature portraits or images of individuals, possibly artists or figures related to the Bauhaus movement.
      • The board is labeled with numbers "13–14", likely indicating its location or exhibition section.
      • The setting appears to be outdoors, with snow on the ground, suggesting a winter or early spring environment.
    • Bottom Photograph:
      • Another display board mounted on a tree trunk, also with the text "Bauhaus-Archiv Museum für Gestaltung."
      • This board also includes images and text, with a similar layout to the top photograph.
      • The numbers "13–14" are again visible, reinforcing the connection between the two displays.
      • The background shows the same outdoor setting with snow-covered ground.

Additional Details:

  • The page is part of a catalog or program from 1983, as indicated by the year at the bottom of the right side.
  • The design of the page is clean and organized, with a green accent color used for headings and decorative elements, reflecting a formal and artistic aesthetic consistent with the Bauhaus style.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a blend of textual information and visual documentation, showcasing events, exhibitions, and installations related to the Bauhaus-Archiv Museum. The combination of scheduled activities and photographs of outdoor displays suggests a focus on celebrating the legacy of the Bauhaus movement and its associated artists and designers. The formal layout and design reflect the museum's commitment to art, architecture, and design education.