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This image is a page from a newspaper or magazine. The page appears to be from the "Every Woman" publication, dated Thursday, March 24, 1921. There are three main sections of text on the page, each discussing different topics.
The first section: This discusses the formation of the National Gallery of Art Commission. It provides details about the board of regents of the Smithsonian Institution and the functions of the newly formed National Gallery of Art Commission. It mentions the creation of special committees to handle various phases of art, including American painting, modern European painting, ancient European art, Oriental art, sculpture, architecture, ceramics, textiles, prints, mural painting, and the portrait gallery. The chairman of these committees will be ex-officio members of the Advisory Committee. The text also mentions the provision of a suitable building to house the valuable art works already in the custody of the Nation, and to provide for the future expansion of the collections. The Gallery is at present inadequately installed on the first floor of the National Museum.
The second section: This discusses the Society collection of illuminated manuscripts of historical and picturesque importance, loaned by J. Pierpont Morgan and now being shown in the print room and main gallery of the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge. The text mentions that it is indeed a rare treat to have so valuable a collection on exhibition for a month, and each day there has been a record-breaking attendance which promises to continue till April 16. The manuscripts are of French, English, Italian, Flemish, German, Spanish and Armenian origin and many of them have never before been shown in Boston. The text also mentions a Book of Gospels from the English school is written in gold on purple vellum and dated 700 A.D. One of the most interesting of the French books is a fragment of a Bible moralisée, executed in Paris for the King of France, about 1240. Two conferences will be held, one on Thursday, March 31, by Prof. Charles R. Morey of Princeton, who will speak on "Mediaeval Illumination"; the second to be given on Thursday, April 7, by Prof. Edward K. Rand of Harvard on "Mediaeval Script."
The third section: This discusses the exhibition of Mediaeval Illuminated Manuscripts lent to the Fogg Museum. The text mentions that through the courtesy of Mr. J. Pierpont Morgan, the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University has opened an important loan exhibition of a number of the magnificent illuminated manuscripts from the Morgan Library. The display will remain through April 16 and is open to the public. Manuscripts of the French, English, Flemish, Italian, Spanish, German, Dutch and Greek schools are shown, representing art from the IX to the XVI century. Of exceptional interest are two Spanish commentaries on the Apocalypse by Monk Beatus dating from the IX and XIII centuries; the so-called "Golden Gospels of Henry VIII," written in gold on vellum dyed purple; an English work of the XII century; two Flemish Psalters dating from the XII and XIII centuries and a beautiful fragment of a Bible Moralisée, illuminated about 1260, an example of French XIII century art at its best. Mention of these very few manuscripts serves to indicate the importance of the exhibition and the rare opportunity offered to Boston and its vicinity to study some of the finest relics of the art of illumination.
The page also contains some additional notes and headlines, such as "National Gallery of Art Commission Formed" and "Morgan Art is Shown," which seem to be either cutouts or tapestried sections of the page, possibly indicating highlights or important information about the content. The text is arranged in columns, and the page has a vintage appearance, suggesting it may be from a historical publication. The overall content discusses the formation of the National Gallery of Art and an important exhibition of illuminated manuscripts from the Morgan Library at the Fogg Museum of Art.
This image depicts a page from a publication dated Thursday, March 24, 1921. The page is divided into several sections with different headings and content:
"Every Woman" (top left): This section appears to be an article edited by N. Woodlock. It discusses the formation of the National Gallery of Art Commission and provides details about its structure, members, and objectives. The article mentions that the commission aims to promote the administration, development, and utilization of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, including the acquisition of high-quality art materials and the study of the best methods of exhibiting and utilizing art for instruction.
"Society" (top right): This section discusses an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts of historical and picturesque importance loaned by J. Pierpont Morgan. The manuscripts are being shown at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge. The article mentions that the collection includes manuscripts from various origins such as French, English, Italian, Flemish, German, Spanish, and Armenian. It also notes that the exhibition has been attracting record-breaking attendance and will continue until April 16.
"Morgan Art is Shown" (bottom right): This section provides more details about the exhibition of medieval illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Museum. It mentions that the manuscripts are from the Morgan Library and include works from the IX to the XVI century. The article highlights some exceptional pieces, such as two Spanish commentaries on the Apocalypse by Monk Beatus, the "Golden Gospels of Henry VIII," and a beautiful fragment of a Bible Moralisee. The article also mentions two lectures that will be given in connection with the exhibition.
"Transcript Medieval Script" (bottom right corner): This is a small note about a lecture on "Medieval Script" by Professor Edward K. Rand of Harvard University, scheduled for April 7 at 4:30 P.M. at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The lecture will be illustrated with lantern slides and is open to the public.
The page is a combination of news articles and announcements related to art and cultural events, specifically focusing on the National Gallery of Art and the exhibition of medieval manuscripts.
This image shows an open, aged scrapbook page, likely from the early 20th century, with several newspaper clippings mounted on its pages using tape and glue. The clippings appear to be from different publications and cover topics related to art, culture, and society.
Date of One Clipping: The most prominent clipping is dated Thursday, March 24, 1921, and is from a newspaper titled “EVERY WOMAN”, edited by N. Woodlock. This paper is likely a women’s magazine or cultural periodical.
Featured Headline: A large, bold heading reads: “National Gallery of Art Commission Formed”. This article details the creation of the National Gallery of Art Commission by the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. It lists prominent figures involved, such as Herbert Adams, Daniel Chester French, Charles D. Walcott, and others, and discusses the commission’s purpose: to oversee the development, acquisition, and display of fine art for public benefit.
Side Column — “Society”: A smaller, boxed column titled “Society” contains brief cultural notes, including:
Bottom Right Clipping — “MORGAN ART IS SHOWN”: This article, with the dateline “New York — April 2, 1921”, reports that Medieval Illuminated Manuscripts from the collection of J. Pierpont Morgan are on loan to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. Highlights include:
Handwritten & Stamped Annotations:
Physical Condition: The pages are yellowed with age. The clippings are taped or glued directly onto the page. The binding on the right side shows signs of wear but is intact. There is a small hole near the center of the left page, possibly from a staple or pin.
This scrapbook page appears to have been compiled by someone interested in art history, museum development, and cultural events in the United States circa 1921. The focus on the formation of the National Gallery of Art and the display of Morgan’s manuscripts suggests an interest in American cultural institutions and European medieval art. It’s a valuable historical artifact, offering insight into how cultural news was curated and preserved at the time.
The inclusion of “EVERY WOMAN” suggests the compiler may have been a woman interested in the arts at a time when women were increasingly participating in cultural and professional spheres. This scrapbook may have belonged to a journalist, educator, collector, or culturally engaged citizen documenting significant developments in American arts infrastructure.
In summary: This is a historical scrapbook page documenting early 20th-century cultural milestones — notably the founding of the U.S. National Gallery of Art and the public display of J. Pierpont Morgan’s medieval manuscripts — curated with personal annotations and preserved for posterity.
The image shows an open page of a newspaper with a few columns of text. The newspaper is titled "Every Woman" and is dated March 24, 1921. The page is filled with several articles, each with its own heading and content. The text is in black ink on a white background, with some sections highlighted in bold or italics. The layout is organized, with clear headings and subheadings, making it easy to read and navigate. The content of the articles covers a range of topics, including art, society, and current events. Overall, the image gives a glimpse into the world of news and information in the early 20th century.
The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page features a newspaper clipping with the headline "EVERY WOMAN STOCK PRICE SOCIETY" and a date of March 24, 1921. The clipping discusses the formation of the National Gallery of Art Commission and mentions the involvement of prominent figures like Edward W. Adams and Daniel Chester French. The right page has a smaller clipping titled "MORGAN ART IS SHOWN," which talks about an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The book appears to be a collection of clippings or articles, possibly related to art and cultural events from the early 20th century.
The image shows an open page from a historical newspaper or publication dated Thursday, March 24, 1921. The page is titled "EVERY WOMAN'S STOCK PRIZE" and is edited by N. WOODLOCK. The layout includes several distinct sections and articles, as follows:
National Gallery of Art Commission Formed:
Society Section:
Morgan Art Is Shown:
The page reflects the cultural and artistic interests of the early 1920s, focusing on the establishment of national art institutions and the appreciation of medieval art, particularly illuminated manuscripts. The inclusion of a lecture announcement and a display of rare manuscripts suggests a strong emphasis on art education and public engagement with historical art forms.
The image shows a photograph of a dated printed newspaper page, specifically from Thursday, March 24, 1921. The page contains several articles, with the most prominent headline reading "National Gallery of Art Commission Formed." The printed text details the formation of the National Gallery of Art Commission, discussing the involvement of different individuals and the aim of promoting art curation and national art collections.
To the right of the main article is a column titled "Society," which talks about social events and the interests of the society scene during that period, including references to art exhibitions and notable figures in the community.
Another highlighted article with the heading "MORGAN ART IS SHOWN" discusses medieval illuminated manuscripts being lent to the Fogg Museum.
There are visible signs of aging on the paper, such as discoloration and frayed edges. Some handwritten marks and annotations are also visible; one on the top margin marks the number "16," repeated on the right-hand side margin as well. Additionally, there is a handwritten note in blue ink at the top of the left-hand column, although the writing is hard to decipher from the image. The paper is part of a bound volume, indicated by the alignment to the left side, suggesting it has been preserved in a book or collection of newspaper pages.
The image shows a scrapbook page containing several clipped newspaper articles, arranged neatly on a page with visible aging and wear. The articles discussed are from the early 20th century, with publication dates such as Thursday, March 24, 1921, and others from 1921. Topics discussed in the clippings include:
National Gallery of Art Commission Formed (Main Article):
The main article discusses the formation of the National Gallery of Art Commission by the Smithsonian Institution to promote art and the National Gallery of Art’s establishment.
Society Page Excerpt (Right Side):
This section appears to focus on societal events involving museums and art collections.
Morgan Art Is Shown (Below Main):
This article addresses the exhibition of medieval illuminated manuscripts lent by J. Pierpont Morgan to the Fogg Museum at Harvard. It highlights manuscripts from the 11th to 17th centuries representing different cultures such as English, French, Spanish, and Italian.
Short Clipping at Bottom Right:
Another small article appears to be a note about medieval manuscripts on public display.
The scrapbook has handwritten annotations with black ink ("Auto Decoration") above the "National Gallery of Art Commission Formed" headline, suggesting personal notes, and contains page numbers marked at the edges. The visual context reflects a historical focus on art, culture, and archival collection practices.
The image shows a scrapbook or a book page with multiple newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings contain various headlines and articles related to art, society, and museum exhibitions. Some headlines visible are:
The page seems to date back to the early 1920s and reveals historical interest in art and museum activities. Handwritten annotations are present on some of the clippings. The edges of the page are slightly worn, indicating age.
The image shows an open scrapbook page with several old newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings are from the early 1920s and include headlines such as “National Gallery of Art Commission Formed,” a “Society” column, and a piece titled “MORGAN ART IS SHOWN.” The paper is aged and yellowed, with torn and uneven edges and small handwritten notes in pencil along the margins. The clippings are arranged in a collage-like layout, some narrow vertical strips and one larger block on the right. Overall, it looks like a historical newspaper clipping page from a magazine or scrapbook.