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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1900-September 1920

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The document is a collection of newspaper clippings dated January 5, 1911, and January 7, 1911, featuring articles about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The first article, titled "New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum," details recent acquisitions including French vases, figure porcelain, and a lithograph by Whistler. It also mentions the temporary exhibition of classical antiquities on loan from Mr. James Loeb. The second article, titled "Fogg Art Museum," describes the museum's current exhibitions, such as watercolor drawings by Ruskin and the Loeb collection of classical antiquities, highlighting the significance of these pieces and their impact on art education. The third article, "Saturday Saunterings," discusses the Sevres porcelains recently given by the French government and the museum's role in fostering an appreciation for art among students and the public. Overall, the articles emphasize the growth and importance of the Fogg Art Museum's collection and its contributions to art education and cultural enrichment.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from January 1911, detailing several articles related to the Fogg Art Museum and its exhibitions.

  1. New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum (Jan. 5, 1911)

    • The French government presented some vases and two figure pieces of Sevres porcelain to the University. These were displayed in the Fogg Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • A mention is made of Mr. James Loeb's classical antiquities, including Greek vases, antique jars, and Arretine pottery, which are part of the museum's collection.
  2. New Lithograph and Other Acquisitions (Jan. 6, 1911)

    • The museum acquired a beautiful lithograph of a "Nocturno" by Whistler, which was added to the Gray collection.
    • It notes the recent exhibition of fine water-color drawings by Ruskin and an Alpine Pass and Convent painting.
  3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions (Jan. 6, 1911)

    • Ruskin’s drawings by Faiado Pass and Alpine Pass-Convent are put on display.
    • The Loeb collection of classical antiquities, which includes handmade galvano reproductions of Arretine pottery, is also on exhibit.
  4. Saturday Saunterings: Sevres Porcelains (Jan. 7, 1911)

    • An article about the new acquisitions of Sevres porcelain, acquired by Harvard through the French Government, and their display at the Fogg Museum.
    • It highlights the historical significance and aesthetic appeal of these pieces, including a mention of the acquisition of Italian and Tibetan paintings.
  5. Miscellaneous Notes and Comments:

    • The text includes a brief description of the Fogg Art Museum's efforts to provide educational opportunities and the significance of the newly acquired items.
    • There is a mention of a discussion regarding the value and appreciation of art and artifacts in the museum context.

Overall, the clippings highlight the museum’s efforts to enrich its collections through gifts and acquisitions, and they discuss the importance and display of significant artworks and artifacts.

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The image shows several newspaper clippings dated from January 1911, detailing various acquisitions and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum (now part of Harvard University's Harvard Art Museums).

  1. Top Left (Crimson, Jan. 5, 1911):

    • The French government presented some Sevres porcelain pieces to the University, which are on temporary exhibition in the Fogg Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The museum has also acquired a lithograph by Whistler, which will be added to the Gray collection.
  2. Middle Left (Harvard Times, Jan. 6, 1911):

    • The Fogg Art Museum has put on exhibition two water-color drawings by Ruskin, including one of the Faido Pass and one of the Alpine Pass and Convent.
    • The Alpine Pass and Convent drawing is noted for its expressive and effective portrayal of the picturesque and powerful scene.
    • The museum has also received classical antiquities from the Loeb collection, including six handsome galvanoplastic reproductions of Arretine pottery.
  3. Middle Right (Herald, Jan. 7, 1911):

    • The Walters Collection was exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing ancient Egyptian artifacts.
    • The Fogg Museum has also received new acquisitions, including a portrait of Zacharias Wandron by Chardin, and a portrait of the Spanish School.
    • The museum's collection is noted for its quality and variety, including pieces by artists like Rembrandt, Holbein, and Goya.
  4. Bottom Left (Herald, Jan. 7, 1911):

    • The Fogg Art Museum is exhibiting Sevres porcelains given by the French government, which are described as exquisite and valuable.
    • The museum is also showcasing newly acquired Italian "primitives" and Tibetan paintings.
  5. Bottom Right (Herald, Jan. 7, 1911):

    • The article mentions the museum's extensive collection and its importance to the academic community.
    • It highlights the significant acquisitions, including works by artists like Holbein, Rembrandt, and others, and the museum's role in preserving and exhibiting these works.

The articles collectively emphasize the ongoing efforts to enhance the Fogg Art Museum's collection with valuable and historically significant pieces, underscoring its importance as a cultural and educational resource.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from January 1911, focusing on the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Crimson, January 5, 1911):

    • Title: "New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum"
    • The French government has presented some vases and porcelain to the museum, including pieces by Sevres.
    • Mr. James Loeb has lent classical antiquities to the museum, which will be returned to him later.
    • The museum recently acquired a lithograph of "Nocturne" by Whistler, which will be added to the Gray collection.
  2. Top Right Clipping (Crimson, January 5, 1911):

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • The museum is displaying two watercolor drawings by Ruskin, one of the Faido Pass and another of an Alpine Pass and Convent.
    • These drawings were given by friends of Professor Moore, the museum's first director.
    • The Faido Pass drawing is unfinished, showing Ruskin's unique style and technique.
    • The Loeb collection of classical antiquities, including Greek and Roman pieces, is on display.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (Harvard Crimson, January 6, 1911):

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • The museum has received two fine water-color drawings by Ruskin, one of the Faido Pass and another of an Alpine Pass and Convent.
    • These drawings were given by friends of Professor Moore.
    • The Faido Pass drawing is unfinished, showing Ruskin's style and technique.
    • The Loeb collection of classical antiquities, including Greek and Roman pieces, is on display.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping (Herald, January 7, 1911):

    • Title: "Saturday Saunterings"
    • The article discusses the newly acquired Italian primitives and Tibetan paintings at the Fogg Museum.
    • The museum is exhibiting some of the finest pieces of Sevres porcelain.
    • The article mentions a portrait by Zucchero and a portrait of the Spanish school.
    • It also discusses the acquisition of various other pieces, including a watercolor by John Ruskin.
    • The article highlights the significance of the museum's acquisitions and the interest they have garnered.

Overall, the clippings highlight the enrichment of the Fogg Art Museum's collection with various significant pieces, including classical antiquities, watercolors by John Ruskin, and Sevres porcelain, among other acquisitions.

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The image displays several newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson dated June 5, 6, and 7, 1911. Here is a detailed summary of each article:

June 5, 1911:

  1. New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum:
    • The French government has given vases and porcelain pieces to the University, temporarily exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The Museum has acquired classical antiquities including Greek vases, antique jars, and Roman specimens from Mr. James Loeb.
    • The Museum also received an engraving of a “Nouturne” by Whistler, which will be added to the Gray collection.

June 6, 1911:

  1. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The Fogg Museum has recently put on display two watercolor drawings by Ruskin, one by Faido Pass, and one by Alpine Pass and Convent.
    • These pieces were gifts from friends of Professor Moore.
    • The Faido Pass and Alpine Pass drawings highlight Ruskin's skill in capturing landscapes.
    • The Loeb collection of classical antiquities, including six reproductions of Arretine pottery, is now on view.
  2. Nature Collection:

    • The nature collection has been reorganized, featuring specimens from various contributors.
    • The collection includes items from notable figures like Professor Wheeler, Agassiz, and Thayer, among others.
    • The exhibit showcases butterflies, moths, birds, and other natural history specimens.

June 7, 1911:

  1. Saturday Saunterings:

    • Harvard's Fogg Museum is currently exhibiting Sevres porcelain, recent acquisitions, and Italian primitives.
    • The article discusses the Museum’s role in the study of art history, noting the importance of studying original art pieces.
    • The exhibition includes works by prominent artists and a collection of Italian primitives.
    • There’s a mention of a portrait of Zachariah and a painting of St. Jerome.
  2. Sevres Porcelains, Just Given Harvard by the French Government, Are on Exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Arts:

    • Newly acquired Sevres porcelain pieces are on display.
    • The French government has donated these pieces, which are now part of the Fogg Museum’s exhibit.
    • The article also notes the Museum's weekly visiting hours and mentions that Professor Moore has recently returned from Europe, bringing back various art treasures.
  3. To One Bostonian:

    • A brief mention of Harvard University’s collections, noting that they are safer to examine than some other galleries abroad.

Overall, the articles highlight recent acquisitions, donations, and exhibitions at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing the importance of studying art and artifacts directly.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from 1911, all related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum (Harvard Crimson, June 5, 1911):

    • The French government has presented vases and two figures to the Fogg Art Museum.
    • A collection of classical antiquities, including Greek vases and Arretine pottery, has been lent by Mr. James Loeb of Munich.
    • The museum has also received a painting by Whistler and a watercolor by Ruskin.
  2. Fogg Art Museum (Harvard Crimson, June 6, 1911):

    • The museum has put on exhibition two watercolor drawings by Ruskin.
    • An Alpine Pass and Convent by Ruskin is highlighted for its effective use of light and shadow.
    • The Paido Pass, though incomplete, is noted for its representation of water.
    • The choice of Ruskin's drawings is attributed to Professor Moore's admiration for Ruskin.
    • The Loeb collection of classical antiquities has been sent back to Munich, replaced by reproductions of Arretine pottery.
  3. The Widener Collection (Unidentified Newspaper, June 7, 1911):

    • The Widener collection has been shown in the gallery, including works by Rembrandt, Raphael, and others.
    • The collection features a variety of paintings and sculptures from different periods and artists.
  4. Saturday Saunterings (Boston Herald, June 11, 1911):

    • The article discusses the Fogg Museum's collection, including recently acquired Italian "Primitives" and Tibetan paintings.
    • It mentions the museum's lack of visitors despite its rich collection.
    • The author criticizes the museum's display and organization, suggesting improvements.
    • The article highlights the significance of the museum's collection and the need for better public engagement.

Overall, the clippings provide insights into the acquisitions, exhibitions, and public perception of the Fogg Art Museum in 1911.

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This image displays an old, yellowed newspaper page that contains several different articles related to art exhibitions and museum collections. The articles are dated between January 5 and January 9, 1911, as indicated on the top of the page. The majority of the articles discuss new acquisitions and exhibitions at various museums.

The articles include details such as:

  • New gifts to the Fogg Art Museum from the French government, including examples of Sèvres porcelain.
  • Information about water-color drawings by Ruskin and the Loeb collection of classical antiquities at the Fogg Museum.
  • An article titled "Saturday Saunterings," which mentions Sevres porcelain and new acquisitions of Italian "Primitives" and Tibetan paintings at the Fogg Museum.
  • Descriptions of other museum collections, such as the Walter Collection, highlighting its extensive holdings of art and antiquities.
  • A mention of the Museum of Fine Arts focusing on a recent acquisition of a valuable collection.

The text is printed in small, dense columns typical of early 20th-century newspaper layout. Some articles have slight damage around their edges, and the paper shows signs of wear, particularly evident in the frayed and uneven edges.

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This image is a photograph of a newspaper article or an article clipped from a periodical. The paper shows signs of age, with yellowing and some wrinkling. There are multiple columns of text, and the layout suggests it is likely from a newspaper.

At the top left, there's a header indicating a date "June 6, 1941", followed by what appears to be a notation in handwriting that says, "25". Below this, there are two main columns featuring different articles. The left column has a headline "New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum" and discusses some recent additions to the Fogg Art Museum's collection, mentioning drawings by Ruskin, as well as art pieces which include bronze reproductions of Arretine pottery. The Julius Loeb collection is also mentioned.

The right column has a headline "SATURDAY SAUNTERINGS" followed by what appears to be an additional date notation in handwriting, "June 7, 1941". The article beneath seems to discuss a variety of topics related to art exhibitions, specifically mentioning a new acquisition of Italian "Primitives" and Tibetan paintings at the Fogg Art Museum.

The text also includes side notes and annotations in black ink, which seem to be in a different handwriting, indicating specific points of interest or perhaps notes taken by a reader or researcher.

The entire piece is mounted on a gray background, which adds to the archival or display appearance of the document.

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The image shows a piece of aged, brownish paper mounted on a clear plastic holder. The paper has several old newspaper clippings attached to it, all related to the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings include printed texts with titles such as "New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum," "The Walters Collection," "SATURDAY SAUNTERINGS," and "FOGG ART MUSEUM." These articles discuss topics like new acquisitions, exhibitions, donations from the French government, and collections of classical antiquities and artworks at the museum. The dates on the clippings and handwritten notes suggest they are from early January 1911, with one note reading "Crimson, Jan. 5, 1911," another "Harvard Univ. Gazette, Jan. 6, 1911," and "Herald Jan 7, 1911." The clippings are arranged closely together, and the paper shows signs of wear, such as small tears and curled edges.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper, featuring two articles about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The first article, titled "New Gifts to Fogg Art Museum," discusses recent donations to the museum, including vases, figure pieces, and a bronze triptych by Sevre-Poirier. It also mentions the acquisition of several antique Greek vases, antique jars, and rare specimens of Arretine pottery. The article highlights the valuable collection of classical antiquities lent by Mr. James Loeb of Munich, Germany, and the museum's efforts to return the collection to him. The second article, titled "Saturday Saunterings," provides a brief overview of the museum's exhibitions, including Sevres porcelains, Italian primitives, and newly acquired Italian art. It also mentions the museum's efforts to secure a new building.