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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1900-September 1920

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from January 1919, featuring various articles related to art, exhibitions, and notable individuals. Here is a summary of the content:

  1. Harvey Wetzel Dies Abroad:

    • Harvey Wetzel, an art connoisseur, traveler, and collector of rare objects, died abroad. He was known for his devotion to Red Cross work and other charitable causes. He served in the Red Cross Hospital at Neuilly, France, and later in the Balkans. He was also a member of the Division of Fine Arts and a collector of rare objects.
  2. Asiatic Art Works:

    • Beautiful examples of Japanese, Indian, and Chinese art were sent to the Fogg Museum by Dr. Rose. These artworks were part of the main entry of the Fogg Art Museum as well as the Fogg Art Loan Exhibition.
  3. French Art Exhibit in Fogg:

    • An exhibition of French art, including works by Toulouse-Lautrec, was held at the Fogg Museum. The exhibit featured a variety of artworks, including paintings, drawings, and prints.
  4. Rainsch Will Lecture at Fogg:

    • Dr. Paul J. Sachs announced that Dr. Rainsch, a professor from Paris, would lecture at the Fogg Museum on the influence of French art on English art. The lecture was part of a series under the auspices of the Division of the Fine Arts.
  5. Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg:

    • The Fogg Art Museum displayed original drawings by John Ruskin, loaned by the Ruskin Society. The exhibit included a variety of Ruskin's works, showcasing his artistic and intellectual contributions.
  6. Fogg Art Museum Will Show New Retrospective Exhibit Apr. 9:

    • The Fogg Art Museum announced a new retrospective exhibit featuring works by Toulouse-Lautrec, including drawings and paintings. The exhibit aimed to showcase the evolution of Lautrec's art from the early Renaissance to the present day.
  7. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The museum hosted a lecture by Mr. Jay Hambidge of New York, who discussed the principles of dynamic symmetry in Egyptian and Greek art. The lecture was illustrated with examples from the museum's collection.

These clippings provide a snapshot of the cultural and artistic activities and events at the Fogg Museum and other institutions in January 1919.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated January 26, 1919, featuring several articles and news items.

  1. Top Left (HERVEY WETZEL DIES ABROAD):

    • A brief obituary for Harvey Wetzel, an art connoisseur, traveler, and collector of rare objects. Wetzel had devoted his time to Red Cross work during the war and had been a member of the Red Cross Committee in Paris. He was noted for his extensive collection and his contributions to the care of soldiers stationed in France.
  2. Top Right (ASIATIC ART WORKS):

    • This section mentions the display of beautiful examples of Japanese, Indian, and Persian art at the Fogg Art Museum. It includes an announcement about a lecture by Professor Theodore Reinach.
  3. Main Center (FRench Art Exhibit in Fogg):

    • The Fogg Art Museum will host a French Art Exhibit from April 9, 1919. Captain Andre Morize will address the opening ceremony. The exhibit will include loans from the Boston Art Museum and other prestigious institutions, focusing on French art from the Renaissance to the late 19th century.
  4. Center Bottom (RUCKINS BIRTHDAY):

    • A section celebrating the birthday of John Ruskin, an artist and critic. It mentions an exhibition of his works in the Fogg Art Museum.
  5. Bottom Left (RUCKINS DRAWINGS AT FOGG):

    • Details about the Copely Society's loan of Ruskin's drawings to the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition will run from February 1, 1919, to March 31, 1919, and includes drawings from the 1840s to the 1860s.
  6. Bottom Right (Fogg Art Museum Events):

    • A series of lectures and exhibitions are scheduled:
      • Reinach's lecture on "The Part of France in the Revival of Ancient Greek Art" on January 30.
      • A lecture by Mr. Jay Hambidge on the mathematical basis of design on March 4.
      • An exhibition of drawings by Mr. Jay Hambidge, including works on the subject of Greek and Egyptian design.

Additionally, the page includes various smaller articles and advertisements that are not fully legible in this summary. The overall theme of the newspaper page is art, historical exhibitions, and notable individuals' contributions to the arts.

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The image displays a collection of newspapers from January 1919. The headlines and articles cover a variety of topics including obituaries, art exhibitions, lectures, and other cultural events. Here is a detailed summary of the visible sections:

  1. Hervey Wetzel Dies Abroad (Top left article)

    • Hervey Wetzel, an art connoisseur, traveler, and collector, has died. He was a Harvard graduate and had been serving in the Red Cross in France. The article describes his contributions to the art world and his service during the war.
  2. Asiatic Art Works (Top right article)

    • Beautiful examples of Japanese, Indian, and Persian art are on display at the Fogg Museum. The collection includes loans from Dr. Denman W. Ross and other private collections.
  3. French Art Exhibit in Fogg (Middle right article)

    • An exhibition of French art has opened at the Fogg Museum. The exhibit includes works by leading French artists and is open to the public.
  4. Rusking Birthday (Bottom left article)

    • The 75th birthday of John Ruskin, a renowned art critic, is being commemorated. A special exhibition of his drawings is being held at the Fogg Museum.
  5. Fogg Art Museum Will Show New Retrospective Exhibit (Bottom right article)

    • The Fogg Art Museum plans to display a retrospective exhibit of drawings from the early Renaissance to the present day. The exhibit will feature works by famous artists like Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and Rembrandt.
  6. Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg (Bottom right article)

    • The Fogg Museum is displaying original drawings by John Ruskin. The collection includes sketches and watercolors that illustrate his ideas on art and architecture.

The newspapers are yellowed, indicating age, and the text is printed in a classic style typical of early 20th-century publications. The articles reflect a strong focus on art, culture, and the contributions of notable figures in these fields.

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The image is a page from a newspaper dated January 20, 1919. The page contains several articles and announcements related to art and culture. Here’s a detailed summary:

  1. Headline Article: "Hervey Wetzel Dies Abroad"

    • Content: The article reports the death of Hervey Wetzel, an art connoisseur, traveler, and collector of rare objects who had dedicated much of his time to the Red Cross work and other war activities. Wetzel passed away in Neuilly, France, after serving in the Red Cross and being involved in various art-related activities, including training at the Louvre and working in the Army and War Purchase Commission. Wetzel was known for his extensive knowledge of art and his contributions to the Red Cross.
  2. Asiatic Art Works

    • Content: The article discusses the availability of beautiful examples of Japanese and Persian art in Boston, highlighting a notable collection from Dr. Denman W. Ross at the Museum of Fine Arts.
  3. French Art Exhibit in Fogg

    • Content: Announcement of an upcoming exhibition of French art at the Fogg Art Museum, organized by Captain Andre Morizet. The exhibition is aimed at benefiting the foreign officers in the service and will feature works from the 18th century to contemporary pieces.
  4. Fogg Art Museum Events

    • Content:
      • Lecture by Reinach: Salomon Reinach, a professor and curator, will give a lecture on "The Part of Ancient Greek Art in the Revival of Art in France."
      • Museum Attendance: The Fogg Art Museum saw a record attendance of 4,300 visitors in December.
      • Exhibition Announcement: The Fogg Art Museum will display a new collection of important artworks, including drawings by notable artists like Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and others.
  5. Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg Museum

    • Content: The article announces that original drawings by John Ruskin will be displayed at the Fogg Art Museum. This collection includes works from various periods of Ruskin’s career and is a significant event for art enthusiasts.
  6. Miscellaneous Announcements

    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Announcements regarding the Museum of Fine Arts' exhibitions, including works by Greuze and a lecture by Mr. Jay Hambidge on dynamic symmetry.
    • Egyptian and Greek Art: An exhibition of Egyptian and Greek art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts is mentioned, showcasing the breadth of the museum's collections.

Overall, the page is rich with information about art-related news, obituaries, exhibitions, and upcoming lectures in the early 20th century.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from January 25, 1919, and January 30, 1919. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Headline: HERVEY WETZEL DIES ABROAD

    • The article reports the death of Hervey Wetzel, an art connoisseur, traveler, and collector of rare objects. He was known for devoting his life to art and had recently returned from service in the Red Cross during World War I. The article details his extensive travels and his dedication to preserving art, mentioning his significant contributions to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and other institutions.
  2. Headline: RUSKIN BIRTHDAY

    • The clipping commemorates the birthday of John Ruskin, a renowned art critic. It highlights the celebration of his birthday by the Lowell Institute and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Ruskin's contributions to art education and criticism are noted, with a specific mention of the exhibition of his drawings and the display of his birthday cake.
  3. Headline: FRENCH ART EXHIBIT IN FOGG MUSEUM

    • An announcement about an exhibition of French Art opening at the Fogg Art Museum on April 9, 1919. The exhibit, titled "French Art," is a tribute to the service of French officers during the war. It will include important paintings and sculptures from the 18th and 19th centuries, such as works by Boucher, Fragonard, and others.
  4. Headline: FOGG ART MUSEUM WILL SHOW NEW RETROSPECTIVE EXHIBIT APR. 9

    • This article details the upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring a retrospective of original Ruskin drawings. The exhibit is made possible by a loan from the Ruskin collection and will be on display from April 9 to April 22. The drawings illustrate the artist's works and his influence on art history.
  5. Headline: REINACH WILL LECTURE AT FOGG

    • An announcement of a lecture by Professor Theodore Reinach at the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture is titled "The Part of France in the Revival of Ancient Greek Art," and will be held on February 13, 1919, at 4:30 PM.
  6. Headline: ORIGINAL RUSKIN DRAWINGS AT FOGG

    • This article mentions a lecture by Mr. Jay Hambidge at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on the mathematical basis of Greek design. The lecture is scheduled for February 11, 1919, at 4:30 PM, and is part of a series of loan exhibitions illustrating the works of John Ruskin.

The clippings provide a snapshot of cultural events and art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and related institutions in early 1919.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from January 1919. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Hervey Wetzel Dies Abroad):

    • This article reports on the death of Hervey Wetzel, a renowned art connoisseur, traveler, and collector of rare objects. He was known for his devotion to his work at the Red Cross Hospital in Neuilly, France, during World War I. Wetzel was an expert in Persian and Indian art and had worked extensively in the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. His interests included European and Japanese art, and he was often seen in Europe and Japan. The article mentions his dedication to his work and his contributions to art.
  2. Top Right Clipping (Asiatic Art Works):

    • This article announces the loan of beautiful examples of Japanese, Indian, and Persian art to the Fogg Museum by Dr. Denman W. Ross. The exhibition is intended to provide a rare opportunity to view these artworks, which are not typically on public display.
  3. Middle Left Clipping (French Art Exhibit in Fogg Museum):

    • This article highlights an upcoming exhibition of French art at the Fogg Museum. Captain Andre Morize will address the audience on the significance of the exhibit. The collection includes works from the early Renaissance to the nineteenth century, showcasing famous French artists and their contributions to art.
  4. Middle Right Clipping (Reinach Lecture at Fogg Museum):

    • This clipping announces a lecture by Professor Theodore Reinach on the revival of ancient Greek art at the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture is part of the series of events organized by the museum to educate the public about various art forms and historical periods.
  5. Bottom Left Clipping (Ruskin Birthday Celebration):

    • This article commemorates the birthday of John Ruskin, an influential art critic, by mentioning a meeting of the Copley Society. It includes references to Ruskin’s works, such as "The Stones of Venice," and his impact on art criticism.
  6. Bottom Right Clipping (Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg Museum):

    • This clipping describes an exhibition of original drawings by John Ruskin at the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights the significance of the drawings and the context of Ruskin's life and work. The event is part of a larger series of exhibitions and lectures focusing on the works of Ruskin.

The clippings collectively showcase the activities and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum during January 1919, emphasizing a range of cultural and historical themes related to art.

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The image shows an old newspaper page with five distinct columns of text, predominantly about art-related topics and events. The newspaper appears yellowed and aged, with some torn edges and signs of wear.

Here’s a summary of the content in each section:

  1. Left Column:

    • Article titled "HERVEY WETZEL DIES ABROAD" about Hervey S. Wetzel, an art connoisseur and traveler, mentioning his work in Boston and his death in France.
    • A vertical clipping about "Ruskin's Birthday" discussing a commemorative event involving the Copley Art Association of Boston.
  2. Second Column:

    • "ASIATIC ART WORKS," describing an exhibition of Asian art loaned to the Fogg Museum by Dr. Ross.
    • "FRENCH ART EXHIBIT IN FOGG," discussing an address by Morize thanking officers for their service and detailing a French art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • A smaller article about the Fogg Art Museum's plans to show a new retrospective exhibit starting April 9.
  3. Center Top:

    • A handwritten annotation reading "Transcript Jan. 25, 1919."
    • An article about Reinach giving a lecture at the Fogg Museum on January 30, 1919.
  4. Fourth Column:

    • Article titled "Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg," detailing an exhibition of Ruskin's drawings at the Fogg Art Museum and a lecture by Jay Hambidge.
  5. Right Column:

    • Partial continuation of the "Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg" article.
    • A short piece about the Fogg Art Museum dated February 7, 1919, mentioning an exhibition of drawings and diagrams by Jay Hambidge.

Overall, the page centers on art exhibitions, lectures, and notable figures within the art world in the early 20th century, particularly related to the Fogg Art Museum and associated events.

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The image shows an old, yellowed newspaper collage with several articles pasted onto a plain background. The articles date back to January 30, 1919, and include various topics related to art, museum exhibits, lectures, and the death of Hervey Wetzel, an art connoisseur and traveler. The edges of the newspaper clippings are frayed and water-stained, indicating age and wear. Handwritten notations at the top read "Transcript Jan 25, 1919" and "Transcript Feb 10, 1919," suggesting the dates when these articles were transcribed. The main themes highlighted in the clippings include the lecture by Professor Theodore Reinach, exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, and the celebration of John Ruskin’s birthday by the Copley Society and the Lowell Institute.

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The image shows an aged newspaper page. It is slightly deteriorated, with some tearing at the edges and top left corner. The page itself has a somewhat yellowed, vintage appearance indicating its old age. The newspaper is from January 30, 1919, as indicated by the date prominently displayed at the top right corner. The main header in bold font states: "ASIATIC ART WORKS - Wonderful Examples of Japanese, Indian, and Burmese Art Loan Getty Museum."

The page contains several articles, with notable titles including "Hervey Wetzel Dies Abroad," "French Art Exhibit in Fog," and "Fogg Art Museum Will Show New Retrospective Exhibit Apr. 9." There is also a section about a "Reinach Will Lecture at Fogg" and another titled "Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg." The articles include various details relevant to art exhibitions, announcements, and obituaries from that period.

Given the newspaper's focus on art exhibits and cultural events, it suggests a connection to a community interested in the arts, history, and scholarly activities. One can gather from the mentions of "Fogg Art Museum" and "Asiatic Art Works" that the newspaper likely catered to an audience with an interest in fine arts and museum exhibitions.

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Description of the Image:

The image shows a scanned page from a historical newspaper or publication dated January 30, 1919, titled "The Romance Weekly". The page is part of a collection titled "Mr. Havemeyer Basis of New York, Feb. 3, 1919", as indicated by the text at the top left corner. The page appears to be preserved in a protective sleeve, suggesting it is part of an archival or museum collection.

Layout and Content:

The page is divided into multiple sections, each containing news articles, announcements, and advertisements. The layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers, with dense columns of text and occasional headings.


Key Sections and Headlines:

1. Top Left Section:

  • Headline: "HERVEY WETZEL DIES ABROAD"
    • Subheading: "Art Commissar, Traveller and Collector of Rare Objects, Had Devoted His Time Recently to Red Cross Work and Other War Activities"
    • Content: This article reports the death of Hervey Wetzel, an art connoisseur, traveler, and collector. It highlights his contributions, including his work with the Red Cross during World War I. The article mentions his academic background (graduate of Harvard), his travels, and his dedication to art and wartime efforts.

2. Central Section:

  • Headline: "FRENCH ART EXHIBIT IN FOGG MUSEUM OPENS TODAY APRIL 9, 1919"
    • Content: This announcement details an upcoming exhibition of French art at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that the exhibit will feature works from the early Renaissance to the present day, including sculptures, paintings, tapestries, and other artifacts. The exhibit is scheduled to open on April 9, 1919, and will be held at the University.

3. Right Section:

  • Headline: "Reinaich will Lecture at Fogg"
    • Subheading: "Professor Theodore Reinach, of the Academic des Beaux-Arts, Paris, to give a lecture in the Revival of Ancient Greek Art in the English on 'The Part of France' at 4:30 o'clock."
    • Content: This article announces a lecture by Professor Theodore Reinach at the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture will focus on the revival of ancient Greek art in France and will take place on January 30, 1919, at 4:30 PM.

4. Bottom Section:

  • Headline: "Original Ruskin Drawings at Fogg"
    • Subheading: "The Copley Society Feb. 4 at the Fogg Art Museum yesterday afternoon to celebrate the Ruskin centenary by listening to a lecture on the master's original illustrations."
    • Content: This section discusses an event held at the Fogg Art Museum to commemorate the Ruskin centenary. A lecture on John Ruskin's original illustrations was delivered, highlighting his contributions to art and architecture.

5. Additional Headlines:

  • "ABSTINENT ART WORKS by Dr. Ross": A brief mention of an article or lecture by Dr. Ross on abstinent art works, possibly related to Japanese, Indian, and Persian art.
  • "RUSSIN'S BIRTHDAY": A note about a celebration for John Ruskin, likely referencing his birthday or a related event.

Visual and Contextual Details:

  • Date: The newspaper is dated January 30, 1919, placing it in the immediate post-World War I era.
  • Typography: The text is printed in a classic serif font typical of early 20th-century newspapers. The layout includes bold headlines and subheadings to draw attention to key stories.
  • Preservation: The page is encased in a protective sleeve, indicating its historical and archival value. The sleeve has a label at the top left corner, referencing its collection title and date.
  • Content Focus: The page emphasizes art, culture, and academic events, particularly those related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It highlights lectures, exhibitions, and commemorations of notable figures like John Ruskin and Theodore Reinach.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a snapshot of early 20th-century cultural and academic life, focusing on art exhibitions, lectures, and commemorations. It reflects the era's interest in art history, international cultural exchanges, and the role of institutions like the Fogg Art Museum in promoting these activities. The page serves as a historical document, offering insights into the artistic and intellectual climate of the time.