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The image shows a page from a book titled "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book," specifically Volume II, covering the period from October 1920 to June 1924. The page is labeled "LOANS" and lists various artworks, exhibitions, and events from that time. The text includes details such as the artist's name, the title of the work, and the date it was loaned or exhibited. Examples include Fra Angelico's "Cosmo and Damian," dated October 1922, and various works by Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, and others. The page is aged, with some discoloration and wear visible on the edges.

This image shows a page from a volume titled Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book, specifically Volume II, covering the period from October 1920 to June 1924. The page focuses on a section titled LOANS, which lists various art loans and exhibitions during this timeframe.

Each entry includes the artist or the subject of the loan, the nature of the item (e.g., painting, portrait, collection), and the date(s) associated with the loan. For example:

• "Angelico, Fra: SS. Cosmo and Damian, October, 1922"
• "Holbein: portrait, November, 1922"
• "Homer, Winslow: Fishing Boats, May, 1922"

The entries cover a wide range of artists such as Titian, Rembrandt, Winslow Homer, among others, and various institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum, Pennsylvania Museum, and Rhode Island School of Design. Some entries mention specific individuals, such as "Mr. J. N. Brown," "Sir Joseph Duveen," and "Prof. C. R. Morey."

At the bottom of the page is a page number "-5-", indicating its position within the volume. The book itself appears aged, with a worn cover and a slightly discolored page, suggesting it is a historical document. The layout is simple, with two columns of text, and the typeface is consistent throughout, likely from a typewriter.

This image shows an open, aged scrapbook with a typed index page visible. The book has a worn, reddish-brown hardcover, and the pages are heavily yellowed with age. The index is titled:

INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK
VOLUME II
October, 1920 — June, 1924

Below this, the main section visible is titled LOANS, followed by a detailed, alphabetized list of art loans, exhibitions, lectures, and events associated with the Fogg Art Museum during that period.

The list includes entries such as:

• Loans of artworks by artists like Angelico, Holbein, Homer, Madonna (12th or 13th century), Rembrandt, and Zitton.
• References to specific items borrowed or exhibited, such as “Morgan Illuminated Manuscripts”, “Ross Collection, Chinese and Persian Pottery”, and “Copy of Giorgione’s ‘Concert’”.
• Events and activities including the “MacDowell Colony Meeting”, “Walden Public Library, Landscapes by Claude Lorrain”, and lectures by individuals like Arthur Pope and Arthur K. Porter.
• Mentions of faculty and staff, such as “Morey, Prof. C. R.” and “Pope, Arthur”, along with their roles (e.g., “Exchange professor from Princeton”).
• Specific exhibitions and affiliations, like “Metropolitan Museum, Fogg Sassetta exhibited” and “Pennsylvania Museum, Chinese Art”.
• Dates are consistently listed in the format: Month, Year (e.g., “October, 1922”; “January, 1923”).

At the bottom center of the typed page, the page number “-5-” is visible.

The overall impression is archival — capturing the institutional activities and cultural exchanges of the Fogg Art Museum in the early 1920s. The physical condition of the book, along with the typewritten, formal indexing format, suggests it is a historical record preserved for research or institutional memory.

The image shows an open book that is a volume of an index to the Fogg Art Museum scrap book. The book is opened to a page with the title "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book" at the top, followed by "Volume II" and the dates "October, 1920 -- June, 1924." The page is filled with text, listing various loans, exhibitions, and events related to the Fogg Art Museum during the specified period. The text is organized in a structured format, with each entry providing details such as the artist's name, the title of the artwork or event, and the date. The page appears to be well-organized and meticulously documented, reflecting the museum's efforts to maintain a comprehensive record of its activities and acquisitions during that time.

The image shows a close-up of a page from a book. The book is titled "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book" and is Volume II. The page is filled with a list of loans made by the Fogg Art Museum from October 1920 to June 1924. The entries are organized in a structured format, with the date of the loan, the name of the item or collection, and the name of the person or institution that borrowed it. The page has a yellow border and a brown spine, indicating that it is part of a larger book. The book is placed on a gray background, which makes the text stand out clearly.

The image shows an open page from a scrapbook titled "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK", specifically Volume II, covering the period October, 1920 – June, 1924. The page is formatted as a list under the heading "LOANS", detailing various art-related loans and exhibitions. Each entry includes the name of the artwork or artist, the type of loan or exhibition, and the corresponding dates.

Key Features of the Page:

1. Title and Volume Information:

   • The top of the page clearly states the title, volume number, and date range of the scrapbook.

2. List Format:

   • The entries are organized alphabetically by the artist's or artwork's name.
   • Each entry includes:
     • The name of the artwork or artist.
     • The type of loan or exhibition (e.g., "portrait," "sculpture," "painting").
     • The lender or borrower (if applicable).
     • The dates of the loan or exhibition.

3. Content Examples:

   • Angelico, FreSS. Cosmo and Damian: Loaned in October 1922.
   • Holbein: portrait, November 1922: Loaned in November 1922.
   • Morgan: Illuminated Manuscripts: Loaned by Sir Joseph Duveen in January 1924.
   • Rembrandt: portrait: Loaned by March Joseph Duveen in January 1923.
   • Sienese painting: Loaned by Child November 1922.
   • Titian: portrait: Loaned by Sir Joseph Duveen in February 1924.
   • Lockoff: Nicholas: Copy loaned by Benozzo Gozzoli in January 1921.
   • MacDowell Colony Meeting: February 1929.
   • Marquand, A.: Review of his book, Andrea della Robbia, December 1922.
   • Metropolitan Museum: Exhibition of Egg Sessette in June 1923.
   • Pennsylvania Museum: Chinese Art exhibition in March 1924.
   • Porter, Arthur K.: May 1923; February 1923; June 1923.
   • Post, Chandler R.: Exchange professor to France in March 1923.
   • Prett Fellowship: Exchange professor to Princeton in February 1923.
   • Rhode Island School of Design: Force painting exhibition in April 1924.
   • Rose, Denman W.: Various loans and exhibitions from 1921 to 1924.
   • Sachs, Paul J.: Loans and exhibitions from 1921 to 1924.

4. Physical Characteristics:

   • The page appears to be part of a bound book with visible spine and edges.
   • The paper has a slightly aged, yellowish tone, suggesting it is from an older collection.
   • The text is typed or printed in a clear, formal font, typical of archival or institutional records.

Purpose:

This scrapbook serves as an archival record, documenting loans and exhibitions of artworks managed by the Fogg Art Museum during the specified period. It provides a historical account of the museum's activities, including collaborations with lenders, exhibitions, and educational events. The detailed entries reflect the museum's engagement with artists, collectors, and institutions during the early 20th century.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a well-organized and historically significant document, offering insight into the operations and cultural exchanges of the Fogg Art Museum in the 1920s. The structured format and comprehensive entries underscore the museum's commitment to documenting its activities and preserving art history.

This image shows an open scrapbook or bound document with typed and handwritten text. The page we can see has a header that reads "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK" followed by "VOLUME III" and dates ranging from October 1920 to June 1924. Below the title, there is a list of entries under the heading "LOANS," which include several items, such as works of art loaned to or by the museum, illustrated manuscripts, and lectures. These entries are organized by artist names, titles, and dates. Notable artists mentioned are Fra Angelico, and Rembrandt. There are dates and brief descriptions corresponding to each line item, indicating when certain events occurred or when items were on loan. Most of the text is typewritten, but there are some handwritten notes and underlines in the list, suggesting updates or annotations made by hand. The pages of the scrapbook show signs of aging, with yellowing edges and what appears to be foxing, which are brown spots typically found on old paper due to age.

The image shows a page from a book labeled "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK VOLUME II October, 1920 -- June, 1924." The page is typed and appears to be an index listing various loans and exhibitions related to the Fogg Art Museum.

The entries include artists' names, types of artwork, dates, and other notes. Some notable names and details include:

• Angelico, Fra: SS. Cosmo and Damian, October, 1922
• Holbein: portrait, November, 1922
• Homer: Winslow: Fishing Boats, May, 1922
• Madonnas from the 12th or 13th century, loaned by Mr. J. N. Brown, January, 1924
• Morgan Illuminated Manuscripts, March, 1921; April, 1921
• Rembrandt: portrait, loaned by Sir Joseph Duveen, January, 1923
• Rose Collection, Chinese and Persian Pottery, January, 1923 - February, 1923
• Titian: portrait, loaned by Sir Joseph Duveen, February, 1924
• Reference to exhibitions and lectures including those by Porter, Arthur K., and others
• Multiple mentions of exhibitions held at the Metropolitan Museum and exchanges of professors from Princeton and France
• The page number "-5-" is centered at the bottom.

The page overall provides a detailed record of art loans, exhibitions, and related events connected to the Fogg Art Museum during the early 1920s.

The image shows a page from a document titled "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book, Volume II, October 1920 - June 1924." The page lists various loans, events, lectures, and exhibitions affiliated with the museum during that time. The entries are itemized chronologically and include titles, details, and dates. The document is presented in a vintage typewritten style, and the page is numbered "-5-" at the bottom center. The surrounding paper edges appear aged and slightly worn, indicating that the document is archival or historical in nature.

This is a photo of an open, old scrapbook or archive book. A single typed page is visible, yellowed with age and taped or mounted into the binding. The page header reads: “INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK VOLUME II October, 1920 – June, 1924.” Below it is a long list under the heading LOANS, listing various artworks and dates in a dense, typewriter-style font. The bottom of the page shows a small page number, “-5-.” The book’s spine and other aged pages are visible to the left, and the whole image sits on a light gray background. The overall look is vintage archival material from the early 20th century.