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The image depicts a printed document, likely a book review or advertisement, from "Museum News" dated November-December 1977. The document discusses a book titled "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor" by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfield. The book was published by The Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Fogg Art Museum, in 1977.
Key points from the document include:
Book Description: The book is described as an exceptionally thorough study of the materials used in watercolor painting. It covers the history and development of watercolor materials from the 16th century to modern times, including artists like Blake, Botticelli, Cézanne, Daumier, Géricault, Homer, Ingres, Kandinsky, Turner, and Picasso.
Content: The book provides detailed discussions on the history of watercolor materials, including paper preparation, underdrawing, brushes, pigments, binders, wash lines, colorants, lighting, moist color, presentation, and permanence. It also includes an analysis of pigments from 11 paintings and 14 watercolor paints.
Significance: The review highlights the book's significance in providing a comprehensive account of watercolor materials, which can help date and identify unattributed works. The book is noted for its readable style and thorough research.
Presentation: The book is described as well-produced, professionally designed, and well-written, making it a valuable resource for curators, conservators, and anyone interested in watercolor painting.
Additional Information: The document also mentions another book titled "The Corning Museum of Glass: The Corning Museum of Glass, 1977" by John H. Martin, priced at $6.
The document is printed on a single page with text in two columns, and it includes a handwritten note at the top indicating it is from "Museum News Nov-Dec 1977."
The image shows a page from a publication, likely a magazine or journal, with the title "Museum News" from November-December 1977, volume 53, issue 6. The page includes a handwritten note at the top that says "From Museum Mkt Nov-Dec. 1977." The main content on the page is a review of two books.
The first book reviewed is "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor," by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfield. The review suggests that this book is a comprehensive resource that should be found in every classroom where watercolor painting is taught, as well as in the offices of paper conservators and curators. The book is praised for its detailed discussion of the history, techniques, and materials of watercolor painting, including aspects like paper preparation, underdrawing, brushes, pigments, and more. The review also mentions an analysis of pigments from historical watercolor paintings and an appendix on Winslow Homer's watercolors. The reviewer, Bruce H. Evans, commends the book for its thorough and professional treatment of the subject.
The second book reviewed is "The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water," edited by John H. Martin. This book discusses an incident at The Corning Museum of Glass where the Chemung River flooded the museum. The review notes that the book provides a detailed account of the flood and its aftermath, including the challenges faced and the measures taken to protect and restore the museum's collections. The reviewer finds the book to be a well-documented and well-illustrated account of the event.
The image is a page from a newspaper or a magazine, specifically from the American Association of Museums' publication "Museum News" dated November-December 1977. The page includes a book review section.
The main review is for the book "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor," authored by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfield from The Center for Conservation and Technical Studies at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The book, published in 1977, covers various aspects of watercolor painting, including the history, techniques, and materials of the medium. It includes detailed discussions on paper, pigments, binders, and the preparation, application, and preservation of watercolors.
The review highlights the comprehensive nature of the book, which offers a thorough look at every facet of watercolor painting. It also notes the inclusion of an appendix with pigment analyses from Winslow Homer's paintings, providing additional technical insight.
The review is written by Bruce H. Evans and mentions that this is a subject that has been overlooked in the past. The book is described as a well-written, readable, and technically insightful work.
Additionally, another book review is partially visible at the bottom of the page, titled "The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water," edited by John H. Martin from The Corning Museum of Glass, 1977. The text indicates the museum’s collection and its significance in showcasing art in a different, innovative medium.
The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine titled "Museum News" with a section labeled "Books." The page appears to be from the November-December 1977 issue, specifically the "Book Review" section.
The main review is for the book "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor," authored by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfeld, published by The Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Fogg Art Museum, 1977. The book is praised for its comprehensive analysis of watercolor painting techniques and materials, covering everything from paper preparation to pigment analysis. It includes discussions on brushes, binders, washing techniques, mixing, lights, opacity, color, presentation, and permanence.
The review mentions that this book is significant for its detailed discussion on the history and techniques of watercolor painting and includes an appendix with pigment samples from Winslow Homer's paintings, which are analyzed to understand the chemical properties of watercolor paints and help in dating and identifying uncredited works.
The reviewer, Bruce H. Evans, also appreciates the book's readability and humor, noting that it is a well-written and informative work despite being a technical subject.
Another book mentioned is "The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water," edited by John H. Martin, published by The Corning Museum of Glass, 1977, which is noted for its modestly priced, professionally designed, and well-written content on a subject that has been overlooked.
The image shows a page from the American Association of Museums' publication, "Museum News," dated November-December 1977. This page contains a book review section.
The review discusses two books:
"Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor"
"The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water"
The page also includes a handwritten note in the margin, indicating that the content is from "Museum News Nov.-Dec. 1977." The review section is part of a broader discussion on books relevant to museum professionals.
The image shows a page from the November/December 1977 issue of "American Artist" magazine, specifically pages 146 and 147. Here's a detailed summary:
This image shows a photograph of a printed page from a publication reviewing art books. The page is not fully shown, and the upper right corner is torn off. It appears to be a page from a newsletter or journal since there's a header that reads "Museum News" and some details which are partially cut that seem to indicate the period of the publication, such as "Nov-Dec 1977."
The main body of the text starts with a section titled "Books." It seems to be a review or a notice about a book titled "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor," by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfield. The book is also described as "The Materials for Conservation and Technical Studies, Fogg Art Museum, 1977. 116 pp., illus., $7.50." The text praises the book for its detailed discussion on the history, techniques, and materials of watercolor painting, and it is recommended for curators and conservators.
The review was written by someone whose initials appear to be "J. J. Brody." Below this section, there is another short review of a different book titled "The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water," edited by John H. Martin.
To the left of the first book review, there is a handwritten note that reads "From Museum News Nov-Dec 1977," indicating the source and date of the page.
The page has the typical layout one might expect from a scholarly or specialized publication, with a clearly delineated title and authorship specific to the art conservation industry.
This image shows a clipped page from a publication featuring book reviews. The publication is from the American Association of Museums, located at 1055 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007.
The left side of the page has some typed text and handwritten notes indicating that the book review appeared in the November/December 1977 issue of "Museum News." The handwritten note says: "from Museum News Nov.-Dec. 1977."
The main content of the page is a book review titled "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor," by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfield, published by The Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Fogg Art Museum, 1977. The review praises the book for being a comprehensive and lucid account of watercolor painting, covering history, techniques, materials, and technical analysis of pigments and paints, including studies related to Winslow Homer.
The reviewer commends the book for being a valuable textbook for curators and conservators, highlighting its readability and the technical insights it offers. The review is signed by Bruce H. Evans.
Additionally, there is a brief mention of another book, "The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water," edited by John H. Martin, published by The Corning Museum of Glass in 1977.
This is a page from a book review of "Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor" by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfeld. The review discusses the book's significance as a record of the history, techniques, and materials of watercolor painting, and its analysis of samples of pigments from 11 paintings. The review also mentions the book's readable style and its value for conservators and curators. The review is from the November-December 1977 issue of the American Association of Museums Museum News.
The image shows a scanned page from a publication titled Books, likely a magazine or journal, focusing on art and museum-related content. The page appears to be from the Tow Museum News, dated December 1977, and is part of a book review section. The content is centered around a review of two art-related books:
"Wash and Gouache: A Study of the Development of the Materials of Watercolor," by Marjorie B. Cohn and Rachel Rosenfeld. This book is reviewed for its detailed discussion of watercolor painting, covering topics such as paper preparation, underdrawing, brushes, pigments, binders, washing, color mixing, lightfastness, opacity, moisture, permanence, and presentation. The review highlights the book's comprehensive approach to watercolor techniques and materials, noting its value for curators, conservators, and students of watercolor painting.
"The Corning Flood: Museum Under Water," edited by John H. Martin. This book is briefly mentioned, focusing on the impact of a flood on a museum and its collection.
The page includes a handwritten note at the top, reading "from Museum News Nov-Dec. 1977", indicating that the page is a photocopy or reproduction of an original document. The layout features a clean, structured design with a header that includes the museum's name and issue details. The text is printed in a serif font, typical of academic or professional publications from that era. The overall tone is informative and analytical, aimed at readers interested in art conservation, museum studies, and the technical aspects of watercolor painting.