Upon entry into Harvard Art Museums' Busch-Reisinger Museum, German/Austria venue, an original Wilhelm Lehmbruck sculpture (Head of a girl c. 1913/pink-tainted plaster) rests dignified. An absolute representation of his period works. Of note, (opinion) Mies van der Rohe's Krefeld Villas and Tugendhat Villa once prominently displayed his close friend Lehmbruck's (Torso/girl turning) which showcased MvdR's movement/assimilation towards modern architecture.
Further into the venue are Bauhaus alumni displays: Laszlo Maholy-Nagy, Josef Albers, Marianne Brandt, Samovar, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, to name a few (largest collection of Bauhaus artifacts outside of Germany). Of note, this visit was precursor with a visit to the Walter Gropius residence, Lincoln MA. (Largest collection of Bauhaus furniture outside of Germany).
Caveat: 22 mile distance between Gropius house and...
Read moreThis small museum has curated a top notch collection. Plan your trip so you can enjoy a snack from the gourmet cafe in the breathtaking courtyard. There is a lot to explore so plan to come back, admission is free. Street parking is available. You may want to walk a bit toward Brattle Street to park in a 2 hour spot. Otherwise there is plenty of 1 hour street parking...
Read moreAmazing Renzo Piano’s work. The museum Worth a visit , I also really appreciate the visit is free considering this is nearby...
Read more