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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808916

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This image displays an open, antique book or magazine, resting on a flat, light-grey surface. The focus is on the right-hand page, which features a printed article titled:

“ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG”

Below the title, a smaller subheading reads: “Prof. Morey of Princeton Gives First on March 31 on Mediæval Illumination — Exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts Well Attended”.

The article, dated March 25, 1912 (as indicated by handwritten script “March 25, ’12”), announces two lectures at the Fogg Museum. The first lecture, on March 31, is by Professor Charles R. Morey of Princeton University on “Mediæval Illumination.” The second, on April 7, is by Professor Edward K. Rand on “Mediæval Script.” Both will be illustrated with lantern slides and open to the public.

The body of the article describes the success of the concurrent exhibition of illuminated manuscripts, noting approximately one thousand visitors in the first week, and praises the Morgan family’s generosity in lending the items.

The article then details three specific examples of English manuscripts:

  1. The “Huntingfield Psalter” — A twelfth-century work, named for Roger de Huntingfield, connected to Mendham Priory. The article describes its twenty leaves of pictures (Old and New Testament scenes) and notes the fine, typically English illumination style, mentioning that it once belonged to William Morris.

  2. An illustration of the “Life of King David” — A large twelfth-century leaf illustrating scenes from David’s life.

  3. A thirteenth-century book — Representing the Morgan collection, it features delicate, minute scenes from the life of Christ, showing the refinement of illumination during this period.

The page is numbered “13” in the upper left margin. The paper is yellowed with age, and the binding visible on the right shows considerable wear and discoloration. A rectangular, slightly lighter patch is visible on the lower portion of the printed text, possibly a remnant of an adhesive or a repair. The left-hand page of the book is blank and turned down, showing its cream-colored interior.

The overall impression is that of a historical archive or clipping from an early 20th-century publication reporting on cultural events and art history.

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The image shows an open book or journal with a page that appears to have been torn from the left-hand side, leaving a jagged edge. The page is yellowed with age, indicating it is quite old, and there are several stains and discoloration, suggesting it has been handled or damaged over time. On the right-hand side of the page, there is a printed article titled "ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG," dated March 25, 1921. The article discusses lectures on Mediaeval Illumination and Script scheduled for the Fogg Museum and mentions the exhibition of illuminated manuscripts. The text is in a typewritten font, and there are several paragraphs that detail the lectures, the attendance, and the exhibits.

The left-hand side of the page is blank, and the torn portion reveals the previous page, which is also blank. The book appears to have a maroon cover, and there is a small piece of paper or label taped to the top right corner of the torn page, with the number "13" written on it.

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This image shows an open book or album with a clipping pasted on the right-hand page. The clipping is from a newspaper and is titled "ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG" dated March 25, 1921. The article mentions lectures on mediaeval illumination and mediaeval script to be given by Prof. Morey of Princeton and Prof. Edward K. Rand of the University, respectively. The lectures are in connection with an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Museum. The article also discusses the attendance at the exhibition and describes some of the manuscripts, including the "Huntingfield Psalter," a large leaf from a twelfth-century Bible, and a Life of Christ from the thirteenth century. The left-hand page of the book is mostly blank with a small brown stain near the bottom. The book appears to be old and worn, with some damage visible along the edges.

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The image is of an open book that appears to be an old publication. The book is opened to a page that has text on the right side and a blank page on the left. The text on the right side is titled "Illustrated Lectures to be Given at Fogg" and seems to be an announcement or advertisement for a series of lectures.

The text mentions that there will be two lectures at the Fogg Museum in connection with the exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts. The first lecture is scheduled for Thursday, March 31, at half-past four, by Professor Charles R. Morey of Princeton University. The subject of the lecture will be "Medieval Illumination," and it will be illustrated with lantern slides, which will be open to the public.

The second lecture is scheduled for Thursday, April 7, at half-past four, by Professor Edward K. Rand of the University. The subject of this lecture will be "Medieval Script." This lecture will also be illustrated with lantern slides and will be open to the public.

The text goes on to describe the exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts, which has been well attended during the first week. It mentions that one of those who attended showed their appreciation of Mr. Morgan's generosity in enabling the Museum to exhibit these beautiful manuscripts.

The text also describes some of the manuscripts that will be on display, including "Huntingfield Psalter," a twelfth-century Bible, and a large leaf from a Bible with a Christ figure. The thirteenth century is described as the period of the highest development of English illumination art, and the manuscripts from this century are described as beautiful and perfect in their technique.

Overall, the image is of an old book with an announcement for a series of lectures on Illuminated Manuscripts at the Fogg Museum. The text provides information about the lectures, the exhibition, and the manuscripts that will be on display.

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The image shows an open book with a white page displaying text and a light brown page on the left. The book is titled "Illustrated Lectures to be Given at Fogg," and the text is about the exhibition of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Museum. The book is about medieval manuscripts and illustrations. The text is in black font and is written in a small font size. The book has a light brown cover with a title on it.

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The image shows an open book with text printed on its pages. The visible page appears to be from a publication titled "Illustrated Lectures to be Given at Fogg", dated March 25, 1921. The content on the page discusses an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Museum, connected to lectures being given by Professor Charles R. Morey of Princeton University.

Key Details from the Text:

  1. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition is related to illuminated manuscripts.
    • Lectures are scheduled for March 31 and April 1, with topics on Medieval Illumination and Illuminated Script.
    • The lectures will be illustrated with lantern slides and are open to the public.
  2. Exhibition Attendance:

    • The exhibition has been well-attended, with over a thousand people visiting during the first week.
    • The generosity of Mr. Morgan in allowing the exhibition is highlighted.
  3. Examples of Manuscripts:

    • The text mentions three fine examples of English manuscripts, including:
      • "Huntingfield Psalter": A 12th-century work, noted as the largest leaf of a Psalter from the thirteenth century. It is connected to the Mendham Priory in Suffolk.
      • "Life of Christ": A 12th-century illuminated manuscript, described as a fine example of English art from the thirteenth century. It includes illustrations of scenes from the life of Christ, such as the Entry into Jerusalem and the Last Supper.
    • The manuscript is noted for its delicate and refined style, representing the artistic achievements of the thirteenth century.
  4. Visual Elements:

    • There is a small, rectangular illustration or photograph embedded in the text near the bottom left of the page. It appears to depict a portion of an illuminated manuscript, likely illustrating one of the examples discussed in the text. The illustration is modest in size and seems to focus on a specific detail or scene from the manuscript.

Overall Context:

The page is part of a program or announcement for lectures and an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing the historical and artistic significance of illuminated manuscripts. The text provides scholarly insights into specific examples, highlighting their historical context, artistic value, and connection to notable figures and institutions. The inclusion of an illustration suggests an effort to visually complement the written description, enhancing the reader's understanding of the manuscripts being discussed.

The book itself appears to be aged, with visible signs of wear, such as discoloration and slight damage at the edges, indicating its historical or archival nature.

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This image shows a scrapbook-style page featuring a newspaper clipping. The clipping is positioned on the right side of the page and discusses an academic lecture series focused on illuminated manuscripts, set to be held at Fogg Museum. The heading of the article reads, "ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG," with details about the lectures starting on March 31. The text describes medieval illumination and related exhibitions.

The left side of the scrapbook page is blank, aside from the handwritten number "13" near the top of the page. The edges of the page, as well as the newspaper clipping, appear slightly aged, consistent with the material's vintage look.

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This image displays an open book, showing a single page on the right-hand side of the open spread. The page appears to be from a printed publication or catalog. At the top, there is a heading in bold that reads "ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG." Underneath, some text discusses illustrated lectures, mentioning names such as Prof. Moore of Princeton University and Mr. S. Morley Wickett. The text also references exhibitions of illuminated manuscripts and the Fogg Art Museum.

The page is numbered '13' in the upper corner, indicating it is part of a larger document or book. The text primarily concerns details of the lectures, specific artworks, the history related to those pieces, and mentions notable figures By Edward K. Rand. The page is slightly yellowed with age and there's evidence of wear along the edges, suggesting the book is somewhat old.

On the left-hand side, there is a faded rectangular area where perhaps a label or a piece of paper was previously attached. This indicates that there may have been additional information attached to the page at one point.

Overall, the image captures a moment of historical or archival significance concerning art and education, as presented by the content of the page.

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The image shows an open book or album with a single page containing a newspaper clipping adhered to the right side. The clipping's headline reads "ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG," and it details lectures by Professor Charles R. Morey of Princeton University about medieval illumination, scheduled for March 31 and April 7. The article mentions the exhibition of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Museum and describes some examples and historical context related to the illuminated works, including English manuscripts like the "Huntingfield Psalter." The text discusses details like the size, delicacy, and artistic significance of these manuscripts and references a second lecture that includes an illustration of the Life of King David. There is a handwritten note or signature and a date ("March 25, 21") at the top of the clipping. The left side of the page is blank, and the number "13" is handwritten near the top center.

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The image shows an old, opened book laid flat. On the left is a blank, yellowed page; on the right is a narrow vertical clipping pasted along the inner margin of the right-hand page. The clipping is dense with small text and has a bold header at the top reading “ILLUSTRATED LECTURES TO BE GIVEN AT FOGG,” followed by a few lines about lectures on medieval illumination and related topics. The book’s edges are worn and torn, with a small handwritten number “13” on the blank page and a pale patch or tape mark near the bottom. The overall look is aged and salvaged, like a 19th-century volume.