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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1900-September 1920

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted on a page, likely from the early 20th century. The clippings are from different publications and cover various topics related to art, lectures, and exhibitions. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today

    • Date: Friday, January 17, 1946
    • Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy, Keeper of the Department of Indian Art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, will deliver a lecture titled "Hindu and Mughal Painting" at 4:30 PM in the Fogg Lecture Room. The lecture is part of the series on Indian Art.
  2. M.I.T. Opens Loan Exhibition

    • Date: January 17, 1946
    • The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is hosting an exhibition of architectural drawings and prints, featuring works by famous artists such as Piranes, Web, Mr. and Mrs. Fogg, and others. The exhibition is open to the public from Monday to Saturday, 12:00-5:00 PM, and Sundays, 2:00-5:00 PM.
  3. Blake Exhibition in Cambridge

    • Date: January 18, 1946
    • An exhibition of Blake’s works is being held at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, featuring a collection of his drawings, engravings, and illuminated books. The exhibition is open to the public.
  4. Works of Blake on View at Fogg

    • Date: January 26, 1946
    • The Fogg Art Museum is displaying a remarkable collection of William Blake’s works, including drawings and engravings. The exhibition will remain open for one more week.
  5. Lecture on Blake’s Symbolism Today

    • Date: January 27, 1946
    • In connection with the Blake exhibition, Mr. S. Foster Damon will deliver a lecture titled "Blake’s Symbolism" at 3:30 PM in the Fogg Art Museum’s gallery. The lecture is open to the public.

The clippings reflect a rich cultural and artistic scene, with lectures and exhibitions focused on Indian art, architecture, and the works of William Blake, providing the public with significant educational and cultural opportunities.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century, specifically from January 27, 1920. Here’s a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Left (Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today)

    • Announcement: Dr. Abaham K. Coomaraswamy will deliver a lecture on "Traditional Art and Culture" in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum at 4:30 PM on Friday.
  2. Top Center (M.I.T. Opens Loan Exhibit)

    • Announcement: The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.) has opened a loan exhibit of architectural drawings and prints by several renowned artists, including Edward Forbes, Paul Sachs, and Cavalletto. The exhibit will be displayed in the Exhibition Room of the Architectural Department on the main floor of Rogers Building from January 26 to February 2. It will be open without charge from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sundays.
  3. Top Right (Works of Blake on View at Fogg Art Museum)

    • Announcement: A remarkable exhibition of William Blake's works is on view at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge. The exhibition, which runs through January 27, includes a wide array of original drawings, etchings, and engravings. The event is significant as it is the largest collection of Blake's works that has been gathered together in one place in a decade. The lecture on Blake's symbolism is scheduled at 3:30 PM in the gallery of the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Bottom Left (Blake Exhibition in Cambridge)

    • Brief mention: An exhibition of the works of the poet and painter William Blake, titled "The Book of Los," is being held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. This exhibition is part of a series of exhibitions on Blake.
  5. Bottom Right (Lecture on Blake's Symbolism Today)

    • Details: Mr. S. Foster Damon will give a talk on "Blake's Symbolism" at the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture is part of the series and is scheduled for 3:30 PM. The focus is on Blake’s symbolic works and his poetic and visual contributions, highlighting the themes and visions he expressed through his art.

The clippings collectively cover a range of cultural and artistic events, focusing on lectures, exhibitions, and the historical and cultural significance of William Blake’s works.

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The image shows a newspaper page with several articles and announcements from January 1920. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today

    • Date: January 15, 1920
    • Event: Lecture titled "Trajectory and Mughal Painting" by Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Time: 4:30 PM
    • Location: Fogg Lecture Room
    • Details: Dr. Coomaraswamy, who is the Keeper of the Section on Indian Art in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, will speak on the subject of "Architecture" on the same day.
  2. M.I.T. Opens Loan Exhibit

    • Date: January 19, 1920
    • Event: Architectural drawings and prints exhibit at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.)
    • Details: The Architectural Department of M.I.T. is displaying original drawings by well-known artists such as Pirandello, Webster, and Cavallotto. The exhibit includes contributions from Mr. Edward W. Forbes and Mr. Paul Sachs of the Fogg Museum.
    • Time: 8:30 AM to 5 PM, weekdays; 2:6 PM, Sundays
    • Location: Exhibition Room of the Architectural Department, 491 Boylston Street, Boston
  3. Blake Exhibition in Cambridge

    • Date: January 19, 1920
    • Event: Exhibition of the works of William Blake at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Details: The exhibition includes Blake's manuscripts, books, and engravings. This is the largest collection of Blake's works ever assembled.
    • Time: 1:30 PM
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge
    • Additional Information: Blake is described as a poet and artist, and the exhibition includes poems, drawings, and autograph letters.
  4. Works of Blake on View at Fogg

    • Date: January 27, 1920
    • Event: Lecture on Blake's Symbolism by Mr. S. Foster Damon.
    • Details: The exhibition of Blake's works remains open until January 27, and a lecture will be given on Blake's symbolic works.
    • Time: 3:30 PM
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge
  5. Blake Lecture Today

    • Date: January 21, 1920
    • Event: Lecture on Blake's Symbolism by Mr. S. Foster Damon.
    • Time: 3:30 PM
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge

The articles also mention that Blake's works are being exhibited and discussed at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting his significance as both a poet and an artist, and the importance of his symbolic works. The exhibits and lectures are open to the public.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings from the year 1920, detailing various events related to art and literature:

  1. Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today:

    • Date: January 17, 1920
    • Event: Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy will deliver a lecture titled "Tajput and Mughal Painting" at the Fogg Lecture Room.
    • Time: 4:30 P.M.
    • Details: Dr. Coomaraswamy is the Keeper of the Section on Indian Art in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The lecture will be illustrated.
  2. M.I.T. Opens Loan Exhibit:

    • Date: January 12-24, 1920
    • Event: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.) opens an exhibition of architectural drawings and prints.
    • Location: Exhibition Room of the Architectural Department, 491 Boylston Street, Boston.
    • Details: The exhibition includes original drawings by prominent artists such as Piranesi, Webster, and Cavalletto. It will be open during weekdays from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. and on Sundays from 2 P.M. to 6 P.M.
  3. Works of Blake on View at Fogg:

    • Date: January 24, 1920
    • Event: Exhibition of works by William Blake at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Details: The exhibition includes a substantial collection of Blake's works, gathered from several Boston collectors. It is described as the largest collection of Blake's works ever seen together. The exhibition is open to the public, with a lecture on Blake's symbolism by Mr. S. Foster Damon scheduled for 3:30 P.M.
  4. Blake Exhibition in Cambridge:

    • Date: January 24, 1920
    • Event: Exhibition of Blake's illuminated books at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Details: The exhibition features copies of every book Blake illustrated, with the originals belonging to the Grinnell Club in New York. The exhibition is open to the public.
  5. Lecture on Blake's Symbolism:

    • Date: January 21, 1920
    • Event: Lecture on William Blake's symbolism by Mr. S. Foster Damon.
    • Time: 3:30 P.M.
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge
    • Details: The lecture is part of the exhibition on Blake's works and is open to the public.

Each clipping provides specific dates, times, and locations for the events, emphasizing the cultural and academic activities centered around art and literature in 1920.

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The image is a newspaper clipping detailing several events and exhibitions related to art and lectures. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today:

    • Ananda K. Coomaraswamy will deliver two lectures at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The first lecture, "Indian Art and Culture," is at 4:30 PM in the Lecture Room.
    • The second lecture, "Painting," is part of a series on Indian Fine Arts and is scheduled for the same day at 8 PM.
  2. M.I.T. Opens Loan Exhibit:

    • The Architectural Department of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is hosting an exhibition of architectural drawings and prints.
    • The exhibition will feature original works by well-known artists such as Piransi, Weber, and Cuvilliet.
    • The exhibit will be open to the public without charge from Monday to Saturday during specific hours (12:6 to 5 PM, Sundays 2-5 PM).
  3. Remarkable Blake Exhibition in Cambridge:

    • An exhibition of William Blake's works opened at the Fogg Art Museum, displaying a comprehensive collection of his illuminated books.
    • The collection includes rare and valuable works, such as "Songs of Innocence," "The Marriage of Heaven and Hell," and "Europe a Prophecy."
    • The exhibit is open to the public on weekdays and Sunday afternoons.
  4. Works of Blake on View at Fogg Museum:

    • The Fogg Art Museum will display an extensive collection of William Blake's works for one more week.
    • This collection is noted as one of the most complete and valuable, featuring reproductions of his paintings, drawings, and books.
    • An opportunity to see originals and other significant pieces is highlighted.
  5. Lecture on Blake’s Symbolism:

    • In conjunction with the exhibition, William Blake, an English painter and poet, will give a lecture on "Blake's Symbolism" at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lecture is scheduled for 3:30 PM and is open to the public.

This newspaper clipping provides a comprehensive overview of significant cultural and educational events related to art and lectures occurring at the time.

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century, specifically from the year 1926. The clippings are mounted on a single sheet of paper and cover various cultural and educational events. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today (Cambridge, January 1, 1926)

    • Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy, Keeper of Indian Art and Curator of the Fogg Art Museum, will deliver the ninth of his lectures on Indian Art. The lecture, titled "Painting," will be held at 4:30 PM in the Fogg Lecture Room. The lecture is open to the public.
  2. M.I.T. Opens Loan Exhibit (Cambridge, January 5, 1926)

    • The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is hosting an exhibition of architectural drawings and prints. The exhibit includes original drawings by renowned architects such as Piranesi, Wobber, and others. The exhibition is open to the public in the Exhibition Room of the Architectural Department, Building 401, from 12:00 to 8:00 PM on weekdays and 2:00 to 5:00 PM on Sundays.
  3. Blake Exhibition in Cambridge (Cambridge, January 17, 1926)

    • An exhibition of the works of William Blake, the English painter and poet, will open at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes a large collection of Blake's works, including books, engravings, and paintings. The exhibition is notable for its comprehensive nature and the rarity of some of the items on display.
  4. Works of Blake on View at Fogg (Cambridge, January 25, 1926)

    • The exhibition of William Blake's works at the Fogg Art Museum will continue for one more week. The exhibition features a remarkable collection of Blake's paintings, engravings, and books. The collection is considered one of the most complete and significant displays of Blake's works in the United States.
  5. Lecture on Blake's Symbolism Today (Cambridge, January 21, 1926)

    • In connection with the exhibition of William Blake's works, Mr. S. Foster Damon will give a lecture on Blake's symbolism at 3:30 PM in the Fogg Lecture Room. The lecture is open to the public.

The clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and educational events in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the early 20th century, highlighting the significance of art exhibitions and lectures in the community.

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The image presents a yellowed and slightly tattered newspaper page with five columns. Each column contains different articles:

  1. The first column announces a lecture by Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy on "Indian Art and Culture" at the Fogg Art Museum and mentions another lecture on "Architecture in the Fogg Lecture Room."

  2. The second column details an exhibit by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring a variety of art forms such as engravings, drawings, and caricatures by contemporary illustrators like Muirhead Bone and E. H. Shepard.

  3. The third column, titled "By W. Cory," discusses works by William Blake on display at the Fogg Art Museum, particularly emphasizing the symbolic nature of his art. Specific works mentioned include "The Canterbury Pilgrims" and "The Song of Los."

  4. The fourth column focuses on the same exhibition of William Blake's works, emphasizing its extension for one more week and the collection's significance. It highlights the converted contributions from various private collections and previous exhibitions.

  5. The fifth column advertises a lecture on "Blake's Symbolism" by Mr. S. Foster Damon at the Fogg Art Museum, offering insights into Blake's artistic symbolism.

Overall, the page is filled with art-related news, focusing heavily on William Blake's works and an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, along with lectures and exhibits by notable scholars and institutions.

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This is an image showing an old newspaper clipping. The paper has yellowed with age, which suggests it is quite vintage. There are several articles visible on the page, each separated by columns with visible headlines. One headline reads "Dr. Coomaraswamy Lectures Today" and another smaller one reads "WORKS OF BLAKE ON VIEW AT FOGG." On the right side, a separate article is titled "By Way of COMMENT," and below that is "Lecture on Blake's Symbolism Today."

The text is dense and in a small font, typical for newspapers of an earlier era. The articles appear to cover topics related to art and lectures, with references to Indian art, an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, and mentions of William Blake, suggesting the content is cultural in nature.

The physical condition of the paper indicates it has been torn on the right edge, with some worn and frayed edges, which adds to its antiquated appearance. There is no date visible, but the mention of specific events and exhibitions would date the paper to the time those were relevant. The clipping appears to have been preserved due to its significance or personal value to someone interested in the mentioned artists, exhibitions, or institutions.

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The image shows a worn and slightly browned sheet of paper with several newspaper clippings glued or taped onto it. The clippings appear to be announcements and articles related to art exhibitions and lectures happening around 1919-1920, mainly focusing on topics like Indian art, William Blake’s works, and architecture. Some clippings mention lectures by Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Mr. S. Foster Damon, as well as an architectural exhibit by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The articles discuss the exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and highlight events such as "Works of Blake on View" and lectures on "Blake’s Symbolism."

The text on the clippings is neatly arranged and includes multiple dates, such as December 17, 1919, and various dates in January 1920. The paper shows signs of age with some discoloration, creases, and minor tears on the edges. Some of the clippings have handwritten annotations or date stamps. The overall appearance suggests a carefully compiled historical scrapbook or archival record related to art events in the early 20th century.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine with several articles and advertisements printed on it. The articles seem to be about various events and exhibitions happening in the city. One article is about Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy, who will deliver a lecture on Indian art and culture at the Fogg Art Museum. Another article is about an exhibition of Blake's works at the Fogg Art Museum. There is also an advertisement for a loan exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, featuring architectural drawings by notable artists.