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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a similar collection of clippings. The page contains several newspaper clippings related to an exhibition of sculpture by Boston artists at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.

Here is a detailed summary of the content:

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • This clipping is from a newspaper article announcing the opening of a summer exhibition at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, under the direction of Dr. Charles Le Kain. The exhibition features paintings by American and non-American artists and will be open to the public from June 17.

2. Middle Left Clipping:

   • This clipping is a review of a sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University, featuring works by Boston sculptors. The exhibition is noted for its high quality and the fact that it is the first of its kind in Boston. The review praises the variety and skill of the sculptures on display, highlighting pieces such as "The Dancer" by Richard Recchia, "Bird Bath" by Hilda Scluder, and "The Swirl" by Frank Wigglesworth. The reviewer notes that the exhibition is open to the public until August 17.

3. Right Side Clipping:

   • This clipping lists the artists and their works featured in the exhibition at the Germanic Museum. The artists include:
     • George M. Aarons: Baby Fountain (plaster)
     • Albert H. Atkins: Haslett House, West Parish, Gloucester (bronze)
     • Louise A. Atkins: Haslett House, West Parish, Gloucester (bronze)
     • Joseph A. Coletti: Saint John the Baptist (bronze), Seated Nude (plaster)
     • Leonard Crask: Jay (bronze)
     • Cyrus E. Dallin: Head of Chief Joseph (bronze), Head of Sitting Bull (bronze)
     • Anne Whitney: Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, Helena, and Margaret of Scotland (bronze), The Dancer (bronze)
     • Bashka Paeff: Peace to End War (bronze)
     • Amelia Peabody: Wall Fountain (plaster)
     • Blanche Plumpton: Walpole (plaster)
     • Richard Recchia: Flight (bronze), The Owl and Owl (bronze)
     • Philip Sears: Awakening (bronze)
     • Hilda Scluder: Bird Bath (concrete), Girl with a Small Globe (plaster)
     • Richardson White: Cabaret (bronze)
     • Frank Wigglesworth: The Swirl (marble)

The clippings are neatly arranged and pasted onto the page, with some handwritten annotations visible at the top left corner. The overall theme of the page is the celebration and review of a sculpture exhibition featuring local Boston artists.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or a magazine featuring an article about a sculpture exhibition held at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.

Left Section:

• The left side contains a newspaper clipping detailing the exhibition. The headline reads "Sculpture Exhibition at Germanic Museum," highlighting the event which showcases works by Boston sculptors.
• The article describes the exhibition as the first outdoor display of sculptures in Boston's courtyard. It notes that the exhibition is notable for featuring the works of three Harvard men, J.A. Coletti, Richard White, and Frank Wigglesworth. It also mentions the inclusion of modern sculpture and the efforts of the museum to attract outdoor art.
• The text mentions the opening date of the exhibition, which is August 17.

Right Section:

• The right side lists artists and their respective sculptures included in the exhibition. Here are some details:
  • George M. Aarons from Brookline, with sculptures such as "Despair" (plaster) and "Baby Fountain" (plaster).
  • Albert H. Atkins and Louise A. Atkins from Gloucester, with works like "Telesis" and "Pippa Passes."
  • Joseph A. Coletti from Boston, including "Saint John" (bronze) and "Snatched Nude" (plaster).
  • Various other artists and their works are listed, including pieces by Leonhard Craske, Cyrus E. Dallin, Anna C. Ladd, Bashka Paeff, Amelia Peabody, Blanche Plimpton, Richard Recchia, Philip Sears, Hilda Scudder, and Richard White, among others.
  • Each entry includes the title of the sculpture and the medium used (such as plaster, bronze, marble, etc.).

Overall, the page provides a comprehensive list of participating artists and their sculptures in the exhibition, along with some context about the event's significance.

The image displays an open book with two visible pages. The left page features a newspaper clipping about a sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum, highlighting contributions from Boston sculptors, including works by Richard E. Franke, Leonard Craske, and others. The clipping is titled "SCULPTURE EXHIBITION AT GERMANIC MUSEUM" and details the unique aspects of the show, which includes both indoor and outdoor displays.

The right page is titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, EXHIBITION OF SCULPTURE BY BOSTON ARTISTS." It lists the names of artists, their addresses, and the titles of their works on display. The list includes:

• GEORGE M. AARONS, 64 Pearl Street, Brookline: "Despair" (plaster), "Baby Fountain" (plaster)
• ALBERT H. ATKINS, Haskell House, West Parish, Gloucester: "Head of a Fisherman" (bronze), "Telesia" (bronze)
• LOUISE A. ATKINS, Haskell House, West Parish, Gloucester: "Pippa Passes" (bronze)
• JOSEPH A. COLETTI, 759 Boylston Street, Boston: "St. John the Baptist" (bronze), "St. John the Evangelist" (bronze), "Standing Nude" (plaster)
• LEONARD CRASKE, 4 Harcourt Street, Boston: "Pan" (bronze), "Joy" (bronze)
• CYRUS E. DALLIN, 107 Newbury Street, Back Bay, Boston: "Prayer for the Dead" (plaster), "The Indian Runner" (plaster), "Head of a Girl" (bronze)
• ANNA C. LADD, 270 Clarendon Street, Boston: "Three Saints" (plaster), "St. Elizabeth of Hungary" (plaster), "St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Helen, and Margaret of Hungary" (plaster)
• BASHKA PAEFF, 23 Chester Square, Boston: "The Dancer" (bronze), "Garden Figure" (bronze), "Fountain Figure" (bronze)
• AMELIA PEABODY, 30 Ipswich Street, Boston: "Wall Fountain" (plaster)
• BLANCHE PLIMPTON, Waban: "Fountain Figure" (bronze)
• RICHARD RECCHI, 27 Summer Street, Rockport: "Flight" (bronze), "Eagle" (bronze)
• PHILIP SEARS, 260 Heath Street, Brookline: "Awakening" (bronze), "Stepping Stones" (bronze)
• HILDA SCUDDER, Trinity Court, Boston: "Bird Bath" (bronze), "The Rape of Proserpina" (plaster), "Girl with a Snail" (plaster)
• RICHARDSON WHITE, Cohasset: "The Bull" (plaster), "Race Horses" (plaster), "The Broncho" (plaster)
• FRANK WIGGLESWORTH, 984 Memorial Drive, Cambridge: "The Swirl" (marble)

The pages provide a detailed record of the artists, their works, and the context of the exhibition.

The image depicts a page from an old exhibition catalog for a sculpture exhibition held at the Germanic Museum, now known as the Busch-Reisinger Museum, at Harvard University. The exhibition showcased works by Boston artists.

Left Side of the Image:

There are two newspaper clippings attached to the left page.

1. Top Clipping:

   • The headline reads "Fogg May Get Art."
   • It discusses a potential donation to the Germanic Museum at Harvard from Charles L. Kuhn, who was planning an outdoor exhibition of sculpture.
   • The article mentions that if the beautiful courtyard of the museum is used, it would be the first such exhibition held there.
   • The exhibition is expected to be particularly interesting because it includes works by three Harvard men: J.A. Collett, Richmond White, and later Samuel James Kitson.
   • The exhibition is set to open for the warm months.

2. Bottom Clipping:

   • The headline reads "Sculpture Exhibition at Germanic Museum."
   • It announces that an exhibition of sculpture, the first of its kind in Boston, is being held outdoors in the courtyard of the Germanic Museum.
   • The exhibition aims to show the influence of modern schools on contemporary sculpture.
   • It praises the work of Harvard graduate J. A. Collett and mentions other notable works, including those by Herbert Adams and Cyrus Dallin.
   • The exhibition opens to the public on August 1.

Right Side of the Image:

The right side of the image contains detailed information about the exhibition:

• Title and Location:

  • "Exhibition of Sculpture by Boston Artists" at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.

• List of Artists and Their Works:
  The exhibition features various works by different artists, listed as follows:

  1. George M. Aarons: Despair (plaster), Baby Fountain (plaster)
  2. Albert H. Atkins: Maskell House, West Parish, Gloucester (plaster), T. E. Smith (plaster), Telsis (bronze)
  3. Louise A. Atkins: Pippa Passes (bronze)
  4. Joseph A. Coletti: Saint John the Baptist (bronze), Head of Christ (plaster), Saint John (plaster), Seated Nude (plaster)
  5. Leonard Crask: Pan (bronze), Joy (bronze)
  6. Cyrus E. Dallin: Massasoit (plaster), Scout (plaster), Appeal to the Great Spirit (plaster), Paul Revere (plaster), Head of Chief Joseph (bronze), Head of Sitting Bull (bronze)
  7. Anna Coleman Ladd: Three Sainty Queens (bronze), Margaret of Scotland, Isabella of Castile, Saint Elizabeth of Hungary
  8. Bashka Paeff: The Dancer (bronze), Mother and Child (plaster), Portrait of Edna St. Vincent Millay (bronze)
  9. Amelia Peabody: Fountain Figure (plaster)
  10. Blanche Plimpton: Walpole Fountain Figure (plaster)
  11. Richard Recchia: Flight (plaster), Girl with a Shawl (plaster)
  12. Philip Sears: Awakening (bronze), Stepping Stones (bronze)
  13. Hilda Solis Scudder: Bid Ben (concrete), Trinity Court (plaster)
  14. Richardson White: Ball (bronze), Head of a Faun (bronze), Girl with a Snail (plaster)
  15. Frank Wigglesworth: The Swirl (marble)

This page serves as a comprehensive guide to the artworks and artists featured in the exhibition.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine that details an exhibition of sculpture by Boston artists at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The page is divided into two main sections:

1. Left Section (Article):

   • The article is titled "Sculpture Exhibition at Germanic Museum."
   • It describes a unique outdoor exhibition of sculptures by Boston sculptors.
   • The exhibition is noted to be the first of its kind in Boston, held in the courtyard of the Germanic Museum.
   • The article highlights several notable artists and their works, including J. A. Collett, Richard White, and Frank W. Bissell.
   • It mentions a variety of sculptures, such as a "Great Horned Owl" by Cyrus Dallin, and works by other artists like Anna C. Ladd and Leonard Craskie.
   • The exhibition is open to the public and is scheduled to run until August 17.

2. Right Section (Exhibition List):

   • This section is titled "Exhibition of Sculpture by Boston Artists" and lists the names of the artists along with the titles of their sculptures and the medium used.
   • The list includes:
     • George M. Aarons: "Despair" (plaster), "Baby Fountain" (plaster)
     • Albert H. Atkins: "Telesis" (bronze)
     • Louise A. Atkins: "Pippas Passee" (plaster)
     • Joseph A. Collett: "Saint John the Baptist" (bronze), "Head of a Child" (bronze), "Seated Nude" (plaster)
     • Leonard Craskie: "Pan" (bronze), "Joy" (bronze)
     • Cyrus E. Dallin: "Prayer for the Dying Bull" (bronze), "Head of Sitting Bull" (bronze)
     • Anna C. Ladd: "Three Saintly Queens" (bronze), "Three Graces" (bronze), "The Dancer" (bronze), "Garden Figure" (bronze)
     • Bashka Paeff: "Fountain Figure" (plaster)
     • Amelia Peabody: "Wall Fountain" (plaster)
     • Blanche Plimpton: "Fountain Figure" (plaster)
     • Richard Recchia: "Flight" (bronze)
     • Philip Sears: "Awakening" (bronze), "Stepping Stones" (bronze)
     • Hildred Scudder: "Bird Bath" (concrete), "Girl with a Snail" (plaster)
     • Richard White: "Bull" (bronze), "Racing Horses" (bronze), "Horses and Chariot" (bronze)
     • Frank Wigglesworth: "The Swift" (marble)

The page has handwritten notes and annotations, including a date stamp of July 18, which may indicate when the clipping was made. The image also shows signs of wear, suggesting it might be an old clipping from a newspaper or magazine.

The image depicts an open book, specifically a newspaper clipping and a document related to an exhibition of sculpture by Boston artists at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.

The left page includes a newspaper article titled "Sculpture Exhibition at Germanic Museum." The article discusses the first outdoor sculpture exhibition held in Boston at the Germanic Museum. It highlights the work of several prominent Boston sculptors, including J.A. Colleti, Richard White, and Frank Wigglesworth. The article mentions that the exhibition features a variety of styles and mediums, with works ranging from plaster to bronze. It also notes that the exhibition includes notable pieces such as "Pan" by Leonard Craske and works by Anna C. Ladd and Blanche Plimpton. The exhibition is described as a significant event in the cultural landscape of Boston, with the courtyard of the museum being transformed into an open-air gallery.

The right page is a typed list titled "Exhibition of Sculpture by Boston Artists." It includes the names of the artists, their addresses, and the titles of their sculptures, along with the materials used. Artists listed include George M. Aarons, Albert H. Atkins, Louise A. Atkins, Joseph A. Coletti, and others. The list includes various sculptures such as "Despair," "Three Saintly Queens," "The Dancer," and "Pan," among others, made from materials like plaster, bronze, and marble.

Additionally, there is a handwritten note on the left page, dated July 11, 1939, likely indicating the date the article was clipped. The top of the right page has the title "GERMANIC MUSEUM" and "HARVARD UNIVERSITY." The document appears to be a historical record or catalog of the exhibition.

The image shows an open scrapbook or journal with two main clippings affixed to the pages. The left page features two newspaper clippings related to a sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University. The smaller clipping at the top mentions a summer exhibition of Boston sculptors opening on June 17 and describes the museum's plan to show similar exhibitions throughout the summer. Below it, a larger clipping titled "Sculpture Exhibition at Germanic Museum" describes the exhibition as a unique showing of Boston sculptors held outdoors in the courtyard of the Germanic Museum. It mentions some artists involved and the modern style of the works exhibited.

The right page contains a typed list titled "Germanic Museum Harvard University Exhibition of Sculpture by Boston Artists." This list details participating artists and their sculptures, including the artist's name, address, and the titles or descriptions of their works, categorizing them by medium such as plaster, bronze, and marble. The list includes 31 entries, featuring names like George M. Aarons, Albert H. Atkins, Joseph A. Coletti, Leonard Craske, Cyrus E. Dallin, Anna C. Ladd, and others, along with specific pieces they exhibited.

The pages themselves have yellowed with age and show some wear and tear around the edges. Handwritten notes in pencil appear above and alongside the clippings on the left page, indicating dates such as "June 3" and "July 11." The overall presentation suggests archival documentation or historical record-keeping related to the Harvard Germanic Museum's sculpture exhibition.

This is an image of an aged, discolored paper document. It seems to be a page from a book or a brochure. The page details an "EXHIBITION OF SCULPTURE BY BOSTON ARTISTS" held at the "GERMANIC MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY," which showcases various sculptural works and the artists who created them. The list includes the artist's name followed by the title of the sculpture and the material used. For example:

1. GEORGE M. AARONS, 64a Partr Street, Brookline - "Dipper (Alston)"
2. ALBERT H. ATKINS, Haskell House, West Parish, Gloucester - "Beau Brummel (Bronze)"

There is handwriting in several places, an annotation that says "Excellent," a date "July 11," and some underlining, suggesting that this document was used and possibly reviewed by someone with interest in the exhibition or one of the artists. There's also a note titled "SCULPTURE EXHIBITION AT GERMANIC MUSEUM," describing the unique showcasing of Boston sculptors held outdoors. The document itself shows signs of wear, with bent corners and rough edges, and is part of a larger binding or compilation given the other pages visible on the left-hand side.

The image displays an open book with several documents attached to the pages. On the left page, there are two newspaper clippings with handwritten notes identifying the dates as "Transcript June 18" and "American July 11." The clippings discuss a sculpture exhibition at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University, highlighting the outdoor display of works by Boston sculptors, and providing details about the nature of the exhibition.

The right page contains a printed program titled "EXHIBITION OF SCULPTURE BY BOSTON ARTISTS" from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. It lists the names of various sculptors along with the titles and materials of their works. Sculptors mentioned include George M. Aarons, Albert A. Atkins, Louise E. Atkins, Joseph A. Coletti, Leonard Craske, Cyrus D. Dallin, Anna L. Davison, Bashka Paeff, Amelia Peabody, Blanche Plimpton, Richard Recchia, Philip Sears, Hilda Scudder, Richardson White, and Frank Wigglesworth.

The combination of clippings and program suggests that the book may be a scrapbook or archival collection documenting the exhibition.

The image shows an open book, likely a catalog or program, detailing an exhibition of sculpture held at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. The book appears to be from the early 20th century, judging by the style of the text and layout. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

• Title: "SCULPTURE EXHIBITION AT GERMANIC MUSEUM"
• Subtitle: "Unique Showing of Boston Sculptors"
• Content: This page provides an introduction to the exhibition, highlighting its significance as the first outdoor display of sculpture at the Germanic Museum in Boston. It mentions that the exhibition is held in the courtyard of the museum and is open to the public from August 17th.
• Details:
  • The exhibition features works by Boston artists, including Richard White, J. A. Collett, Frank Wiggleworth, and others.
  • It emphasizes the diversity of styles and materials, with examples of both conventional and modern sculpture.
  • The text praises the works of artists such as Richard White and Cyrus Dallin, noting their critical acclaim and the artistic merit of their pieces.
  • There is a mention of a piece titled "The Partnership" by Leonard Craské, which is described as revealing a "courtly and ability approaching genius."
• Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten annotations on the page, including:
  • A note at the top reading "Transcript June 3/12," suggesting the page may have been transcribed or reviewed on June 3rd.
  • Another note near the bottom reading "common July 11," possibly indicating a date or event related to the exhibition.

Right Page:

• Title: "GERMANIC MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY EXHIBITION OF SCULPTURE By BOSTON ARTISTS"
• Content: This page lists the artists and their respective works included in the exhibition. The list is organized alphabetically by artist name, with each entry providing the artist's name, address, and a brief description of their work(s) on display.
• Artists and Works:
  • George M. Aarons: 64a Pearl Street, Brookline
    • Despair (plaster)
    • Buby Fountain (plaster)
  • Albert H. Atkins: Haskell House, West Parish, Gloucester
    • Peace (bronze)
    • Teletis (bronze)
  • Louise A. Atkins: Haskell House, West Parish, Gloucester
    • Pippa Passes (bronze)
  • Joseph A. Collett: 729 Boylston Street, Boston
    • Saint John the Baptist (bronze)
    • Mother and Child (plaster)
    • Seated Nude (plaster)
  • Leonard Craské: 4 Harcourt Street, Boston
    • Pan (bronze)
    • Joy (bronze)
  • Cyrus E. Dallin: 69 Oakland Avenue, Arlington Heights
    • Prayer for the Return of the Buffalo (bronze)
    • Head of Chief Joseph (bronze)
    • Anna Ladd (bronze)
  • Anna C. Ladd: 270 Clarendon Street, Boston
    • Three Saintly Queens (bronze)
    • Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, Helen, and Margaret of Scotland (bronze)
    • The Dancer (bronze)
    • Garden Figure (bronze)
    • Peace to End War (bronze)
  • Bashka Paeff: 9 Pinckney Street, Boston
    • Fountain Figure (plaster)
  • Amelia Peabody: 30 Ipswich Street, Boston
    • Wall Fountain (plaster)
  • Blanche Plimpton: Walpole
    • Fountain Figure (bronze)
  • Richard Recchia: 6 Summer Street, Rockport
    • Flight (bronze)
    • Anna Ladd (bronze)
  • Philip Sears: 260 Heath Street, Brookline
    • Awakening (bronze)
    • Sleeping Stones (bronze)
  • Hilda Scudder: Trinity Court, Boston
    • Bird Bath (concrete)
    • Fountain Figure (plaster)
    • Girl with a Snail (plaster)
  • Richard Bull: WHITE, Cohasset
    • Race Horse (bronze)
    • Soled Bred (bronze)
  • Frank Wiggleworth: 984 Memorial Drive, Cambridge
    • The Swirl (marble)

General Observations:

• The book appears to be a formal catalog or program for the exhibition, providing a comprehensive overview of the participating artists and their works.
• The materials used for the sculptures are noted (e.g., bronze, plaster, concrete, marble), indicating a variety of mediums.
• The handwritten notes suggest that the book may have been used for reference or study, possibly by a researcher, curator, or attendee of the exhibition.
• The layout and typography are consistent with early 20th-century printing styles, with clear headings and organized lists.

This image captures a historical document that provides insight into the artistic scene of Boston during the time of the exhibition.