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The image displays a flyer or announcement for an event related to "The Fredric Wertham Collection" held from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum, organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The flyer includes details of a lecture titled "The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects," given by Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, on Thursday, May 24, at 6:00 p.m. at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum with free admission and limited seating. Following the lecture, there will be a preview of the exhibition.

Additionally, the flyer provides background on Fredric Wertham (1895-1987), a distinguished psychiatrist and author, whose art collection from various regions was donated to Harvard University in 1987. It also mentions gallery talks on the exhibition held on specific Sundays and Tuesdays with provided times and a contact number for further information.

The right side of the flyer includes the address for Harvard University Art Museums and a note on non-profit organization postage. There is also a mention of a specific artwork, "László Moholy-Nagy, Z I, 1925, Oil on canvas, 95.2 x 75.6 cm, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, The Fredric Wertham Collection, gift of his wife Hesketh, 1987.78."

The image shows a promotional flyer for an exhibition and lecture event.

Exhibition Details:

• Title: The Fredric Wertham Collection
• Dates: May 26 - July 22, 1990
• Venue: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
• Organizer: Busch-Reisinger Museum

Event Details:

• Lecture: The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects
• Speaker: Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy from State University of New York at Stony Brook
• Date and Time: Thursday, May 24, 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
• Admission: Free, but seating is limited.
• Additional Note: A preview of the exhibition will follow the lecture.

About Fredric Wertham:

• Fredric Wertham (1895-1981) was a psychiatrist and author.
• He had an extensive collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and other regions.
• His collection was donated to Harvard University in 1987.

Gallery Talks:

• Held on Sundays: June 3 and July 15, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
• Held on Tuesdays: June 5 - 26, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
• Contact for further information: Friends office at (617) 495-4544.

Museum Address:

• Harvard University Art Museums
• 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

Postage Information:

• The flyer is part of a non-profit organization (U.S. Postage PAID)
• Permit Number: 59530
• Winthrop, MA

Artwork Information:

• A specific piece by László Moholy-Nagy, titled "Z VII," from 1925
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Dimensions: 95.2 x 75.6 cm
• Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, The Fredric Wertham Collection, Gift of Hesketh, 1987.78

The image is a program or poster for an exhibition and related events at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum, organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum, both part of Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary:

Exhibition:

• Name: The Fredric Wertham Collection
• Dates: May 26 - July 22, 1990
• Organizer: Busch-Reisinger Museum
• Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum

Lecture:

• Topic: The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects
• Speaker: Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook
• Date and Time: Thursday, May 24, 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
• Details: Free admission, limited seating
• Preview: A preview of the exhibition will follow the lecture.

About Fredric Wertham:

• Background: Fredric Wertham (1895-1981) was a distinguished psychiatrist and author.
• Collection: His remarkable collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and elsewhere was donated to Harvard University in 1987.

Gallery Talks:

• Dates and Times:
  • Sundays, June 3 and July 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
  • Tuesdays, June 5 - 26, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.
• Contact: For further information, call the Friends office at (617) 495-4544.

Additional Information:

• Address: Harvard University Art Museums, 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
• Postage Information: Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID, Winthrop, MA Permit Number 59530
• Artwork Information:
  • László Moholy-Nagy, ZV7, 1925, Oil on canvas, 95.2 x 75.6 cm
  • This piece is part of The Fredric Wertham Collection, gifted by his wife Hesketh in 1987.78.

The image is a postcard or announcement for an exhibition titled "The Fredric Wertham Collection," which was held from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum. The exhibition was organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Key details include:

• A lecture titled "The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects" by Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. The lecture took place on Thursday, May 24, at 6:00 p.m. in the Arthur M. Sackler Museum, with free admission and limited seating. A preview of the exhibition followed the lecture.

Additional information about Fredric Wertham:

• Fredric Wertham (1895-1987) was a distinguished psychiatrist and author. His notable collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and other regions was given to Harvard University in 1987.

Gallery talks about the exhibition were scheduled on:

• Sundays, June 3 and July 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
• Tuesdays, June 5 to 26, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Contact information for further details is provided: Friends office at (617) 495-4544.

The address listed for Harvard University Art Museums is 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.

The postcard is marked as being sent from a Non-Profit Organization, with U.S. Postage paid in Winthrop, MA, and permit number 59530.

Additionally, the back of the postcard includes a mention of a piece titled "Z VI, 1925" by László Moholy-Nagy, described as an oil on canvas, 95.2 x 75.6 cm, from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, part of The Fredric Wertham Collection, given by his wife Hesketh in 1987.78.

The image is a detailed announcement for an exhibition and lecture event titled "The Fredric Wertham Collection," held at Harvard University's Art Museums. Here's a detailed summary:

Exhibition Details:

• Title: The Fredric Wertham Collection
• Dates: May 26 - July 22, 1990
• Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
• Organizer: The Busch-Reisinger Museum

Lecture:

• Title: The Psychoanalyst-Collector's Relation to Art Objects
• Speaker: Donald B. Kuspit
• Credentials: Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook
• Date and Time: Thursday, May 24, 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
• Admission: Free, limited seating
• Additional Info: A review of the exhibition will follow the lecture.

Background on Fredric Wertham:

• Years: 1895-1981
• Profession: Distinguished psychiatrist and author
• Collection: Remarkable collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and other locations
• Donation: His collection was given to Harvard University in 1987.

Gallery Talks:

• Dates and Times:
  • Sundays, June 3 and July 15, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
  • Tuesdays, June 5-26, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
• Contact: For more information, call the Friends office at (617) 495-4544.

Additional Note:

• An artwork example mentioned:
  • Artist: László Moholy-Nagy
  • Artwork: Z VII, 1925
  • Medium: Oil on canvas
  • Dimensions: 95.2 x 75.6 cm
  • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University
  • Provenance: Part of The Fredric Wertham Collection, a gift from his wife Hesketh in 1987.

Postal Information:

• Organization: Non-Profit Org.
• Address: Harvard University Art Museums, 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
• Postage: U.S. Postage Paid, Permit Number 59530 from Winthrop, MA.

The image is an invitation or announcement card for an art exhibition titled "The Fredric Wertham Collection." The exhibition took place from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum, organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Key details from the card include:

1. Exhibition Information:

   • Title: The Fredric Wertham Collection
   • Dates: May 26 - July 22, 1990
   • Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
   • Organizer: Busch-Reisinger Museum

2. Lecture Details:

   • Title: The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects
   • Speaker: Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook
   • Date and Time: Thursday, May 24, 6:00 p.m.
   • Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
   • Admission: Free, with limited seating
   • Note: A preview of the exhibition will follow the lecture.

3. About Fredric Wertham:

   • Fredric Wertham (1895-1984) was a distinguished psychiatrist and author.
   • His notable collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and elsewhere was donated to Harvard University in 1987.

4. Gallery Talks:

   • Held on Sundays, June 3 and July 15, from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
   • Held on Tuesdays, June 5-26, from 10:30-11:00 a.m.
   • For further information, contact the Friends office at (617) 495-4544.

5. Artwork Featured:

   • Title: László Moholy-Nagy, Z 17, 1925
   • Medium: Oil on canvas
   • Dimensions: 95.2 x 75.6 cm
   • Collection: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, The Fredric Wertham Collection, gift of his wife Hesketh, 1987.78

6. Contact Information:

   • Harvard University Art Museums, 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
   • Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Winthrop, MA Permit Number 59530

The card is neatly organized with the main details on the left side and additional information, including the address and postage details, on the right side.

The image shows a postcard or flyer promoting an event titled "The Fredric Wertham Collection," which ran from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum. The event was organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Details include:

• A lecture titled "The Psychoanalyst-Collector's Relation to Art Objects" was given by Donald B. Kuspit, a Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook.
• The lecture took place on Thursday, May 24, at 6:00 p.m. at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum. Admission was free, with limited seating.
• A preview of the exhibition followed the lecture.
• Fredric Wertham (1895-1981) was noted as a distinguished psychiatrist and author. His significant art collection, comprising pieces from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and other regions, was donated to Harvard University in 1987.
• Gallery talks about the exhibition were scheduled for Sundays, June 3 and July 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., and Tuesdays, June 5 to 26, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. A phone number is provided for further information: (617) 495-4544.
• The postcard is from Harvard University Art Museums, located at 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.
• It also mentions a specific artwork by László Moholy-Nagy titled "Z VI," created in 1925, which is an oil on canvas measuring 95.2 x 75.6 cm. It belongs to the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University and is part of The Fredric Wertham Collection, gifted by his wife Hesketh in 1987 (accession number 1987.78).
• The postage details indicate it is a Non-Profit Org mailing from Winthrop, MA with permit number 59530.

This image shows a printed document advertising "The Fredric Wertham Collection" exhibition, which took place from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum and was organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum. In addition to the exhibition information, there are details about a lecture titled "The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects" by Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at State University of New York at Stony Brook, which was scheduled for Thursday, May 24, 6:00 p.m. with free admission and limited seating. The document mentions that a preview of the exhibition would follow the lecture.

Furthermore, there is a short description of Fredric Wertham (1895-1981), noting he was a distinguished psychiatrist and author with a remarkable collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and elsewhere, given to Harvard University in 1987.

Also listed are gallery talks with specific dates and times, and a phone number for the Friends office for further information.

In the top right corner is the address of the Harvard University Art Museums and the statement that it is a Non-Profit Organization, including postal details indicating it is pre-paid postage from Winthrop, MA, with Permit Number 59530.

At the bottom right is the name László Moholy-Nagy, with the title of a work (Z VII, 1925) and its specifications. It mentions the work is part of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, from The Fredric Wertham Collection, given by his wife Hesketh, 1987.78.

The image depicts a printed program or flyer for an exhibition titled "The Fredric Wertham Collection", which was held from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum. The event was organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Key Details:

1. Exhibition Information:

   • Title: The Fredric Wertham Collection
   • Dates: May 26 – July 22, 1990
   • Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
   • Organizer: Busch-Reisinger Museum

2. Lecture Announcement:

   • Title: "The Psychoanalyst-Collector’s Relation to Art Objects"
   • Speaker: Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook
   • Date and Time: Thursday, May 24, at 6:00 p.m.
   • Location: Arthur M. Sackler Museum
   • Admission: Free, but seating is limited.
   • Post-Lecture Event: A preview of the exhibition will follow the lecture.

3. About Fredric Wertham:

   • Biography: Fredric Wertham (1895–1981) was a distinguished psychiatrist and author.
   • Collection: His notable collection of art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and elsewhere was donated to Harvard University in 1987.

4. Gallery Talks:

   • Dates and Times:
     • Sundays, June 3 and July 15, from 2:00–3:00 p.m.
     • Tuesdays, June 5–26, from 10:30–11:00 a.m.
   • Contact: For further information, individuals can call the Friends office at (617) 495-4544.

5. Postage and Museum Information:

   • Harvard University Art Museums: Located at 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.
   • Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID: Permit Number 59530, Winthrop, MA.
   • Artwork Credit: The image includes a small reproduction of a painting titled "ZVT, 1925" by László Moholy-Nagy, an oil on canvas measuring 95.2 x 75.6 cm. It is part of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, and was a gift from Fredric Wertham’s wife, Hesketh, in 1987.

Layout and Design:

• The flyer is clean and formal, using a structured layout with clear headings and bullet points for easy readability.
• The left side contains the main event details, while the right side includes logistical information such as the museum address, postage details, and artwork credit.
• The design is minimalistic, focusing on conveying essential information without unnecessary embellishments.

This flyer serves as an invitation and informational guide for attendees interested in the exhibition and related events.

The image is a poster for an exhibition titled "The Fredric Wertham Collection," organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The exhibition took place from May 26 to July 22, 1990, at the Arthur M. Sackler Museum. The poster features a white background with black text, providing information about the exhibition and related events.

The exhibition showcases the art collection of Fredric Wertham, a distinguished psychiatrist and author. Wertham's collection, which includes art from Europe, America, Africa, Java, and elsewhere, was donated to Harvard University in 1987. The exhibition is accompanied by a lecture titled "The Psychoanalyst-Collector's Relation to Art Objects," presented by Donald B. Kuspit, Professor of Art History and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. The lecture took place on Thursday, May 24, at 6:00 p.m., followed by a preview of the exhibition.

Additionally, the poster mentions gallery talks on the exhibition, which were held on Sundays, June 3 and July 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., and on Tuesdays, June 5 to 26, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. The poster also includes contact information for the Friends office at (617) 495-4544 for further information.

The poster provides details about the artwork featured in the exhibition, "László Moholy-Nagy Z.VI., 1925," which is an oil on canvas measuring 95.2 x 75.6 cm. The artwork is part of the Busch-Reisinger Museum's collection at Harvard University and is part of The Fredric Wertham Collection, a gift from his wife Hesketh in 1987.