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The image shows a letter dated January 4, 1986, from Charles W. Haxthausen, who is associated with the University of Minnesota's Department of Art History in the Twin Cities. The letter is addressed to Dr. Edgar Peters Bowron, the Agnes Mongan Curator of the Fogg Art Museum and Morris Gray Director of the Harvard University Art Museums in Cambridge, MA.

The letter thanks Dr. Bowron for an informative letter dated December 29, which discussed recent developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Haxthausen expresses his delight in the museum's arrangement with the German Democratic Republic (GDR) for the relocation of collections. He acknowledges the familiarity with the problems described in Dr. Bowron's letter and a press release, expressing confidence in the promises made by the GDR regarding the relocation and care of the collections.

Haxthausen praises Dr. Bowron and Peter Nisbet for their vision and excellent judgment in guiding the museum through a difficult situation. He also extends his gratitude to all those who care about the collection and wishes them success in a fund drive.

The letter is copied to Peter Nisbet, with a handwritten note at the bottom saying, "Well done, Peter!"

The letterhead includes the University of Minnesota's logo and contact information:

University of Minnesota
Department of Art History
107 Jones Hall
1467 Gortner Avenue
St. Paul, Minnesota 55108
(612) 624-4500

The letter is neatly typed and framed within a red-bordered page, likely part of a larger document or binder.

The image is a letter dated January 4, 1986, from the Department of Art History at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. The letter is addressed to Edgar Peters Bowron, the Director of the Harvard University Art Museums.

Here's a detailed summary of the letter:

1. Recipient Information:

   • Edgar Peters Bowron
   • Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director
   • Harvard University Art Museums
   • 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

2. Sender Information:

   • Charles W. Haxthausen
   • Department of Art History, University of Minnesota
   • 107 Jones Hall
   • University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455
   • Phone number: (612) 624-4500

3. Content:

   • The letter expresses gratitude for Dr. Bowron’s informative letter dated December 29, which discusses developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • Charles Haxthausen mentions he is pleased with the progress, particularly the Daimler-Benz Curatorship and the plans for relocating the collections, despite the challenges.
   • He highlights Bowron's strategic foresight and his role in navigating difficult situations, particularly the relocation, which requires exceptional vision and judgment.
   • Haxthausen conveys warmest congratulations and best wishes for the success of the upcoming fund drive.

4. Signatures and Additional Details:

   • The letter is signed by Charles W. Haxthausen.
   • There is a carbon copy (cc) addressed to Peter Nisbet with a personal note "Well done, Peter!"

The letter reflects a supportive and appreciative tone towards Bowron’s efforts and contributions to the museum's operations.

The image shows a letter from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, specifically from the Department of Art History. The letter is dated January 4, 1986, and is addressed to Dr. Edgar Peters Bowron, the Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director at the Harvard University Art Museums in Cambridge, MA.

In the letter, the writer, Charles W. Haxthausen, thanks Dr. Bowron for his informative letter about recent developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Haxthausen expresses delight with the resolution of the Daisy Benz Curatorship and the plans for relocating the collections. He acknowledges the challenges described by Dr. Bowron and praises the solutions found, particularly highlighting the contributions of Peter Nisbet. Haxthausen congratulates both Dr. Bowron and Nisbet for their vision and judgment, and he wishes them success with an upcoming fund drive.

The letter concludes with a handwritten note, "Well done, Peter!" and is signed off with "Sincerely yours, Charles W. Haxthausen." There is also a "cc: Peter Nisbet" notation, indicating that a copy of the letter was sent to him.

The image shows a letter dated January 4, 1986, written by Charles W. Haxthausen from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Here is a detailed summary:

Header:

• The letterhead includes the University of Minnesota logo and name.
• Department of Art History address:
  107 Jones Hall
  271 19th Avenue South S.E.
  Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
  Telephone: (612) 624-4500

Recipient:

• Edgar Peters Bowron
• Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director
• Harvard University Art Museums
• 32 Quincy Street
• Cambridge, MA 02138

Body:
Dear Dr. Bowron,

Haxthausen expresses gratitude for Bowron's informative letter dated December 29, discussing developments concerning the Busch-Reisinger Museum. He is pleased with the recent positive changes, particularly the Daisier Benz Curatorship, though he notes the challenges associated with the relocation of collections. He mentions that the outlined plans in Bowron's letter seem promising in addressing both image and financial problems. Haxthausen praises Bowron and Peter Nisbet for their vision and excellent judgment during a difficult period for the museum, stating that they deserve the gratitude of everyone who cares about the collection.

Closing:

• The letter concludes with warm congratulations and best wishes for the success of the fund drive.

Signature:

• Sincerely yours,
• Charles W. Haxthausen

CC:

• Peter Nisbet

Postscript:

• There is a handwritten note at the bottom saying, "Best clima, Peter!" presumably from Haxthausen to Peter Nisbet.

The image shows a letter dated January 4, 1986, from Charles W. Haxthausen, who was affiliated with the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Department of Art History. The letter is addressed to Edgar Peters Bowron, the Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director of Harvard University Art Museums.

In the letter, Haxthausen thanks Bowron for his informative letter of December 29, 1985, regarding developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Haxthausen expresses delight in the progress made, particularly the establishment of the Daimler Benz Curatorship and the plans for relocating the collections. He acknowledges the challenges and commends Bowron for his foresight and excellent judgment in guiding the museum through these difficult times. The letter concludes with warm congratulations and best wishes for the success of the fund drive, signed by Charles W. Haxthausen.

Additionally, the letter includes a cc (carbon copy) to Peter Nisbet, with a handwritten note, "Well done, Peter!" from the sender. The letterhead includes the University of Minnesota's address and contact information.

The image is a letterhead from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, specifically from the Department of Art History. The letter is dated January 4, 1986, and is addressed to Edgar Peters Bowron, the Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director of Harvard University Art Museums, located at 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.

The letter expresses gratitude for a previous letter dated December 29, which discussed the developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The writer, Charles W. Haxthausen, congratulates Dr. Bowron and his team on their efforts in handling the relocation of collections and the establishment of the Daimler Benz Curatorship. He praises the vision and judgment shown in managing the situation, particularly given the challenging nature of the tasks. The letter also includes a personal note of congratulations for the success of a fund drive.

The letter is signed by Charles W. Haxthausen and includes a handwritten note at the bottom: "Well done, Peter!" with "Peter" presumably being Peter Nisbet, who is mentioned in the "cc:" (carbon copy) line.

This image shows a typed letter on University of Minnesota Twin Cities Department of Art History letterhead. The letter is dated January 4, 1986, and is addressed to Edgar Peters Bowron, the Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director at Harvard University Art Museums.

The letter thanks Dr. Bowron for his informative letter about recent developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, expressing pleasure at the progress made regarding the Daimler Benz Curatorship and the plans for relocating the collections. The author acknowledges the familiar problems discussed in Dr. Bowron's letter and the press release, including image problems, financial, and museological issues. The letter praises Dr. Bowron and Peter Nisbet for their vision and excellent judgment in guiding the museum through a difficult situation, and offers congratulations and best wishes for the success of the fundraising drive.

The letter is signed "Charles W. Haxthausen," and there is a handwritten note underneath the typed text next to "cc: Peter Nisbet" that reads, "Well done, Peter!"

You've provided an image of a typed letter. The letterhead indicates that it's from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, specifically from the Department of Art History. Below the department information, there is a date: January 4, 1986.

The letter is addressed to Edgar Peters Bowron, who at the time was the Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director at the Harvard University Art Museums.

The letter's content acknowledges an informative letter received on December 29 and comments positively on the recent developments concerning the Busch-Reisinger Museum. It is complimentary, noting that the issues described are familiar and expressing appreciation for the recipient's approach to resolving the museological challenges.

The letter is signed, "Sincerely yours, Charles W. Haxthausen."

At the bottom, there is a handwritten note that says, "Well done, Bob!", suggesting that someone (likely named Bob) added a personal commendation on the letter post-signature, which is often done as a note of personal approval or congratulations.

A carbon copy (cc) is indicated to be sent to Peter Nisbet, whose name is also noted at the bottom of the letter. The letter is visible against a background of a red folder or a surface and a tan-colored table or mat.

The image shows a formal letter written on a white sheet of paper with a red border on the left side. The letter is dated January 4, 1986, and is addressed to Dr. Edgar Peters Bowron, Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director of Harvard University Art Museums. The letter is written by Charles W. Haxthausen, who is expressing his delight with the recent developments on the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is a part of Harvard University Art Museums. He is particularly pleased with the plans for the relocation of the Daimler Benz Curatorship and the press release that promises to solve most of the problems associated with the collection. Haxthausen also congratulates Dr. Bowron and Peter Nisbet for their vision and excellent judgment in guiding the museum out of a difficult situation. The letter is written in a formal tone and is signed by Haxthausen.

The image depicts a formal letter from the University of Minnesota, dated January 4, 1986. The letter is addressed to Dr. Edgar Peters Bowron, who is the Cabot Director of the Harvard University Art Museums. The letterhead includes the university's logo, the name "University of Minnesota," and the department's address. The letter begins with a salutation, "Dear Dr. Bowron," and expresses gratitude for an earlier letter received on December 29, 1985. The letter discusses recent developments at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, acknowledging the challenges faced by Dr. Bowron and Peter Nisbet in managing the relocation of the collection and the museum's image issues. The writer commends their vision and judgment in navigating these challenges and wishes them success in their upcoming fund drive. The letter is signed by Charles W. Haxthausen and includes a handwritten note, "Well done, Peter!" The letter is placed within a brown folder with a red border, suggesting it is part of a larger collection of documents.