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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808902

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The image appears to be a page from a historical document, likely a newspaper or a university bulletin, dated around the early 20th century. The page is divided into several columns with different articles and announcements. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Famous Art Critic to Lecture:

    • Bernard Berenson will speak to students in Emerson Hall on Monday, March 14, at half past four.
    • The lecture is part of a course on Dimensional Literature, Fine Arts, and Music.
    • Berenson will discuss "Italian Masterpieces" and the lecture is open to the public.
  2. Illuminated Manuscripts:

    • An exhibition of illuminated manuscripts is being held at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The manuscripts are on loan from private collections and include examples from the 12th to the 16th century.
    • The exhibition features works from Italy, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
    • Notable pieces include a 12th-century French manuscript, a 15th-century Book of Hours, and a 16th-century Italian manuscript.
  3. Harvard University Calendar:

    • Lists various lectures and events scheduled for March.
    • Events include lectures on topics such as "The Sixteenth Century Life of Christ and Its Influence on Religious Art," "The Influence of the Church on the Arts of the Middle Ages," and "The Influence of the Church on the Arts of the Renaissance."
    • Speakers include Professor Charles R. Morey, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and others.
    • Additional events include a lecture on "The Influence of the Church on the Arts of the Eighteenth Century" and a Good Friday service.
  4. Fogg Art Museum:

    • An article discussing the collection of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The collection includes a variety of manuscripts from different periods and regions, showcasing the art and craftsmanship of the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
  5. Mrs. Berenson to Lecture at Fogg:

    • Mrs. Mary Berenson will lecture on "Italian Masterpieces" at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lecture is part of a series and is open to the public.
    • Mrs. Berenson is noted for her expertise in art and has written articles for various publications.

The page reflects the academic and cultural activities of the time, with a focus on art history, religious art, and the preservation and exhibition of historical manuscripts.

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The image displays a two-page spread from a printed program or calendar, likely from a university or cultural institution. The left page is titled "Famous Art Critic to Lecture," announcing that Mr. Bernard Berenson will give a talk titled "The Meaning of Art in the Light of Its History" on Monday, March 14, at 8 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum. The event is open to the public, and his lecture will be illustrated with lantern slides.

Below this, there are several announcements under the heading "Harvard University Calendar":

  • A lecture by Dr. Charles W. Eliot on "The Future of the Public Schools" on March 15 at 8:00 p.m. at the Harvard Club.
  • A lecture by Professor Henry Osborn Taylor on the "The Mediaeval Background of the Renaissance" on March 16 at 8:00 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum.
  • A lecture by Professor J. H. Wright on "The Teaching of Latin in the Public Schools" on March 16 at 3:30 p.m. in the Library Building.
  • A lecture by Professor E. K. Rand on "The Humanism of the Renaissance" on March 16 at 8:00 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum.
  • A lecture by Professor K. J. Savigear on "Some Recent Discoveries in the Art of the Renaissance" on March 17 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum.
  • A lecture by Professor W. G. Constable on "The Painting of the Renaissance in Italy" on March 17 at 8:00 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum.

The right page is titled "Illuminated Manuscripts," detailing an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum from March 15 to April 30. The exhibition will feature manuscripts from the 9th to the 16th century, including works from Italy, France, Flanders, and Germany. Specific manuscripts and their details are listed, such as the "Book of Hours" from the early 15th century and the "Rothschild Missal" from the 13th century.

At the bottom of the right page, there is an announcement that Mr. Bernard Berenson will lecture on "The Italian Masters" at the Fogg Art Museum on March 14 at 4:30 p.m., with his talk illustrated by lantern slides. This event is also open to the public.

Overall, the pages detail a series of academic lectures and an exhibition focused on art and manuscripts, open to the public, and taking place over several days in March.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or a magazine, containing several articles and advertisements related to art and lectures.

  1. Top Left Section: "Famous Art Critic to Lecture"

    • The article mentions that Mr. Bernard Berenson will give a lecture to students in the departments of Dramatic Literature, Fine Arts, and Music. The event will take place at the Fogg Art Museum on March 14 at half-past three in the afternoon. The lecture is titled "Three Different Fields of Art."
  2. Middle Left Section: "Illuminated Manuscripts"

    • A brief article about an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Art Museum from March 18 to April 15. It highlights several manuscripts, including works from the 12th to 16th centuries.
  3. Top Right Section: "Harvard University Open to the Public"

    • The section lists various lectures and events at Harvard University:
      • March 13: Lecture on "The Rape of the Lock" by Henry Gay.
      • March 15: Lecture on "The Book of Hours."
      • March 16: Lecture on "The Italian Manuscripts."
      • March 17: A lecture on "The Illuminated Manuscripts" and other events.
  4. Middle Right Section: "Harvard University Open to the Public" (Additional Lectures)

    • Details include more lectures on:
      • March 18: "The Book of Hours."
      • March 22: "Lectures on the Dutch Painters."
      • March 25: "The Italian Manuscripts."
      • March 26: "Lecture on the Book of Hours."
  5. Bottom Left Section: "Fogg Art Museum"

    • An article describes a lecture by Mrs. Bernard Berenson at the Fogg Art Museum on March 14. She will discuss the American Collection of Italian Manuscripts.
  6. Illustrated Manuscripts Details:

    • Specific dates and topics for the illuminated manuscripts exhibition and lectures, including:
      • March 18: "The Book of Hours."
      • March 22: "The Dutch Painters."
      • March 25: "The Italian Manuscripts."
  7. Advertisements and Miscellaneous:

    • The bottom right part contains advertisements and smaller articles, though specific details are not entirely legible.

Overall, the page showcases a busy schedule of art-related lectures and exhibitions at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or a magazine, featuring several articles and announcements related to art lectures and exhibitions. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Famous Art Critic Lecture:

    • Mr. Berenson's Lecture: Mrs. Bernard Berenson, a renowned art critic, is scheduled to give a lecture titled "Three Different Fields of Art" to students at Harvard University. The lecture will cover Dramatic Literature, Fine Arts, and Music, and is intended to provide insights into the objects of bringing the three fields together.
    • Details: The lecture will be held in the Fogg Art Museum, Room 102, on Monday, March 14, at 4:30 PM.
  2. Illuminated Manuscripts Exhibition:

    • Exhibition at Fogg Art Museum: The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts from March 18 to April 15, 1939. The exhibition includes manuscripts from the 12th to the 16th centuries.
    • Details: The exhibition is open from 10 AM to 5 PM on weekdays and from noon to 5 PM on Sundays.
  3. Harvard University Public Lectures:

    • Various Lectures and Events:
      • Sunday, March 12: Preaching by Dean of the Harvard Divinity School at Appleton Chapel, Harvard University.
      • Monday, March 13: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Ronce de Pierre" by Pierre Corneille.
      • Tuesday, March 14: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Dame de Monsoreau" by Alexandre Dumas, followed by a lecture on "Geological Changes in the Past" by Professor F. G. Clark.
      • Wednesday, March 15: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Princesse de Clèves" by Madame de Lafayette.
      • Thursday, March 16: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Princesse de Clèves" and a lecture by Professor Charles F. Hockett on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • Friday, March 17: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Princesse de Clèves" and a lecture by Professor Charles F. Hockett on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • Saturday, March 18: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Princesse de Clèves" and a lecture by Professor Charles F. Hockett on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • Sunday, March 19: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "La Princesse de Clèves" and a lecture by Professor Charles F. Hockett on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
  4. Lectures on Illuminated Manuscripts:

    • Lectures at the Fogg Art Museum:
      • March 21: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • March 22: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • March 23: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • March 24: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
      • March 25: Lecture by Professor Henry Gay on "The Art of the Book of Hours."
  5. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

    • Illustrated Manuscripts: The museum will be showcasing illuminated manuscripts, with an emphasis on works from the 13th to the 16th centuries, including the "Book of Hours" and other religious texts.
  6. Other Events:

    • Lecture on March 27: Mrs. Berenson will give a lecture at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.

The articles provide a comprehensive schedule of events, focusing mainly on art lectures and exhibitions at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image contains a page from a newspaper or a magazine that appears to be from the early 20th century. It features several announcements and articles related to art and academic events, particularly at Harvard University.

Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Headlines and Events:

    • Famous Art Critic to Lecture:
      • Mr. Bernard Berenson will give a lecture titled "Three Different Fields of Art" to students of Dramatic Literature, Fine Arts, and Music at Harvard University on Monday, March 16, at 4:30 P.M. in the Museum of Fine Arts.
      • He will also speak on "Illuminated Manuscripts" at the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday, March 17, at half-past four o'clock.
  2. Illuminated Manuscripts:

    • An exhibition of illuminated manuscripts is set to open at the Fogg Art Museum from March 16 to April 18. It includes manuscripts from various collections, such as those from the Morgan Library, the Pierpont Morgan Library, and the Harvard College Library.
    • The exhibition includes notable works like a Book of Hours, a Psalter, and other illuminated manuscripts.
  3. Harvard University Public Lectures:

    • A series of lectures are scheduled:
      • March 16: Lecture by Professor Henry Guy on "La Vie de Pierre Corneille" at 8 P.M.
      • March 17: Lecture by Professor D. P. M. Emery on "The Book of Hours" at 8 P.M.
      • March 18: Lecture by Professor Frederick G. Chappell on "The Illuminated Manuscript" at 8 P.M.
      • March 19: Lecture by Professor Henry Guy on "The Dutch Painters" at 8 P.M.
      • March 20: Lecture by Professor D. P. M. Emery on "The Italian Manuscript" at 8 P.M.
  4. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The museum is hosting an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts, with various notable pieces from the 13th to the 16th century.
    • The collection includes works from the 13th century, such as the famous "Chaucer's Canterbury Tales" and works from the 16th century like the "Book of Hours."
  5. Lectures on Art:

    • Mr. Bernard Berenson is scheduled to speak on various topics related to art history and illuminated manuscripts, emphasizing the importance of these subjects in the context of art and literature.

The page also includes various other smaller announcements and articles related to art and educational events, such as the opening of a public lecture series and specific events at the Fogg Art Museum. The text is printed in a traditional serif font, typical of publications from that era.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings related to art lectures and events from the early 20th century. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Famous Art Critic to Lecture"
    • Content: Bernard Berenson, a renowned art critic, will speak about students in the "Three Different Fields of Art." He will discuss the preparatory work required for the study of Dramatic Literature, Fine Arts, and Music. Berenson will give a series of talks at various locations, including Tufts College on March 14, Harvard University on March 15, and an unknown American college on March 17.
  2. Top Center Clipping:

    • Headline: "Illustrated Manuscripts"
    • Content: An announcement about a lecture by Professor Leon J. Richardson of the University of California on "Portuguese Illuminated Manuscripts of the Fifteenth Century." The lecture will be held at the Vogue Art Studios, focusing on the artistic and historical significance of these manuscripts.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Lectures on Art"
    • Content: Describes a series of lectures by Mrs. Berenson at various locations, including the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, Connecticut. The lectures cover topics such as the influence of Florentine art on other regions and the evolution of Italian art.
  4. Middle Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Harvard University"
    • Content: Lists a series of public lectures and events at Harvard University. It includes:
      • A lecture on the "Cathedral Church of St. Paul" by M. A. M. Morrison.
      • A series of lectures on French literature by L. K. Delapierre.
      • Lectures by Henry Guy on French literature.
      • A talk by Ernest F. M. Peixotto on Italian manuscripts.
      • A lecture by Professor Charles H. Moore on Italian architecture.
      • A geological lecture by Mr. Frederick J. E. Woodbridge.
  5. Middle Center Clipping:

    • Headline: "Mr. Berenson to Lecture at Fogg"
    • Content: Announces that Bernard Berenson will lecture at the Fogg Art Museum on "The Italian Masters of the Collection of Italian Masterpieces." The lecture is open to the public.
  6. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Content: Mentions that Berenson will also lecture at Tufts College and Harvard University, emphasizing the different fields of art.
  7. Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Harvard University Calendar"
    • Content: Lists various events and lectures at Harvard University for the week, including:
      • Lectures by Professor Charles H. Moore on Italian architecture.
      • A lecture by Professor Louis Allard on French literature.
      • A lecture on the "Attaining Immortality in Consciousness" by Professor Royce.
      • Various other academic lectures and meetings.
  8. Bottom Center Clipping:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content: Announces a series of exhibitions and lectures at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
      • An exhibition of paintings by Maurice Prendergast.
      • An exhibition of drawings by the Masters and Child.
      • A lecture by Professor Berenson on Italian masters.

Each clipping highlights different aspects of the art community's educational and cultural activities during that period, focusing heavily on lectures by Bernard Berenson and other prominent scholars and artists.

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This image shows a photograph of an open book or journal with pages containing text and several articles. The content of the pages seems to be related to art history, lectures, and exhibitions. The left-hand side of the image comprises the end of one page and the beginning of the next, with visible text passages describing various subjects, such as a "Harvard University Calendar" detailing public lectures and another section titled "FAMOUS ART CRITIC TO LECTURE."

On the right, there is a continuation of articles with headlines such as "ILLUMINATED MANUSCRIPTS," "MORE LECTURES ON 'ART TODAY'," and other references to Harvard University, lectures, and the Fogg Art Museum. The pages are yellowed, indicating the material may be quite old, and there are some minor tears and creases, as well as red markings or underlines on some parts of the text, which suggest that someone might have highlighted the sections for reference or study.

The articles mention various topics that are likely related to art exhibitions, art criticism, and educational opportunities at Harvard University. There are specific references to lecture dates, times, topics, and individual lecturer names, showing a historical context that provides a glimpse into the cultural and academic events of the period in which this document was created.

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The image depicts a scrapbook or a journal page containing multiple newspaper clippings and handwritten notes about lectures, exhibits, and events related to art, specifically at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are organized in columns and rows, some are overlapped, and several have handwritten annotations with dates (mostly from March 1921).

The main topics covered in the clippings include:

  • Announcements about lectures by notable art critics and professors, such as Mr. Bernard Berenson and Mrs. Bernard Berenson, discussing art, Italian masterpieces, French literature, and more.
  • Information about exhibitions, especially of illuminated manuscripts from the collection of J. Pierpont Morgan, with details about dates, contents, and significance.
  • The Harvard University calendar of lectures that are open to the public, describing topics like Dutch paintings, Flemish manuscripts, and lectures by various professors including W. W. Martin and Henry Guy Emerson.
  • Notes about additions to the Fogg Art Museum's collection, particularly primitves and paintings from Spanish art.

The page has various shades of newsprint, showing aging and some handwritten corrections or highlights in annotations, possibly for archival or research purposes. The overall theme centers on academic and artistic events and exhibitions in the early 1920s.

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The image shows an open book with a white background. The book appears to be a collection of articles or essays. The pages are filled with text, including headings, paragraphs, and images. The headings are in bold font, and the text is in a smaller font. The image is of a painting of a woman, and it is placed in the middle of the page. The book seems to be a collection of articles or essays, and the image is placed in the middle of the page.

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The image shows an open book, likely a program or catalog, featuring a page from a lecture series or event announcement. The page is titled "FAMOUS ART CRITIC TO LECTURE" and is dated March 14, 1941. It announces a lecture by Mr. Bernard Berenson, a renowned art critic, who will speak to students in three different fields of art at the Fogg Art Museum on March 14, 1941, at half past four p.m. The lecture will be held in the lecture hall on the second floor of the Fogg Art Museum, and it will include lantern slides and will be open to the public.

The page also includes several other announcements and details:

  1. Illuminated Manuscripts Exhibition:

    • An exhibition of illuminated manuscripts is mentioned, running from March 16 to April 6, 1941. The exhibition is described as featuring manuscripts from the Fogg Art Museum's collection, including works from the 12th to the 16th centuries. The text highlights the historical and artistic significance of these manuscripts, noting their intricate illustrations and the techniques used by the artists.
  2. Open to the Public Lectures:

    • A series of lectures open to the public are listed, including:
      • March 18: "Illuminated Manuscripts" by Mr. J. M. Morgan.
      • March 19: "Geological Lectures" by Professor G. C. Capps.
      • March 20: "Through the Ages" by Professor Henry Guy Emerson.
      • March 21: "Lectures on Italian Masterpieces" by Professor Henry Guy Emerson.
  3. Additional Event Details:

    • The page includes a note about an upcoming lecture by Mrs. Berenson, the wife of Bernard Berenson, scheduled for March 27, 1941, at 4:30 p.m. in the Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture will focus on the American Collection of Italian Masterpieces, and it will be illustrated, similar to her husband's lecture.
  4. Design and Layout:

    • The page has a clean, typed layout with clear headings and bullet points. The text is organized into sections, with titles in bold and subheadings in smaller fonts. The page also includes some decorative elements, such as a small illustration or emblem near the bottom right corner, which appears to be related to the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the image depicts a historical document from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing upcoming lectures and exhibitions, with a focus on art criticism, illuminated manuscripts, and Italian masterpieces. The content reflects the educational and cultural activities of the museum during the early 1940s.