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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808927

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This image displays an open, vintage booklet or pamphlet from April 1921, featuring printed articles about exhibitions at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

The booklet is printed on aged, yellowed paper with black ink and appears to be a collection of clippings or pages from a newspaper or museum bulletin. The text is arranged in traditional newspaper columns.

Right Page:

  • Main Headline: “SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN” (dated April 15, 1921, at the top).
  • Sub-headline: “Collection of Martin Luther’s Works Mainly From Private Libraries Placed in Treasury Room.”
  • Content: This article details an exhibition of Martin Luther’s writings and pamphlets, including items like his “Ninety-five Theses,” the “Address to the German Nobility,” and a Papal Bull. It mentions rare items such as Luther’s own translation of the Bible and portraits of Luther and his wife by Lucas Cranach (1528). The text notes the exhibition is curated to coincide with the 400th anniversary of Luther’s appearance at the Diet of Worms.

Left Page:

This page is composed of several distinct articles, some appearing as pasted-in clippings:

  • Top Clipping (April 14, 1921): Discusses the “Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. Collection of Mediaeval and Renaissance Paintings.” It reviews a new museum catalogue as a “handbook for Harvard and Radcliffe students,” praising its scholarly treatment of art from various European schools. The byline is “M.C.”

  • Middle Section:

    • A note dated “April 16, 1921,” announces the last day of the “exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts from the J. Pierpont Morgan Library.”
    • Below this, a “Gazette” article from April 4, 1921, announces a free public lecture by Professor E. K. Rand on “Medieval Script,” including lantern slides, scheduled for Thursday afternoon, April 7, at 4:30 PM in the Lecture Room of the Museum.
  • Bottom Section:

    • A “Gazette” heading reiterates that Thursday, April 14, 1921, is the last day of the Exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts. It mentions the “large attendance during the three weeks” and the “gratifying proof of the appreciation” shown by students and the public.

The overall impression is that this booklet is a curated collection of promotional and informational material for two major concurrent exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in the spring of 1921: one on illuminated medieval manuscripts and another on the works of Martin Luther.

A small, dark, handwritten “X” or cross is visible in the upper right corner of the right-hand page.

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The image shows a page from a book or magazine, with several articles and notices printed on it. The articles are related to exhibitions and lectures at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here's a summary of the content:

  1. Article at the Top Left:

    • Title: Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. Collection of Mediaeval and Renaissance Paintings.
    • Content: Discusses the first Fogg Catalogue of early paintings, highlighting its significance as a handbook for Harvard and Radcliffe students. It describes the catalog's organization into groups and the detailed descriptions of the paintings.
  2. Article in the Middle:

    • Title: Fogg Art Museum, April 11, 1921.
    • Content: Mentions a lecture on Medieval Script by Professor E.K. Rand on April 7, 1921, at 4:30 PM in the lecture room of the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture will be illustrated with lantern slides and open to the public.
  3. Article at the Bottom Left:

    • Title: Fogg Art Museum, April 9, 1921.
    • Content: Announces the last day of the Exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts from the Pierpont Morgan Library at the Fogg Art Museum. It notes the large attendance during the exhibition and the appreciation shown by students and the public.
  4. Article on the Right Side:

    • Title: Special Exhibition Open, April 15, 1921.
    • Content: Describes an exhibition of Martin Luther's works, mainly from private libraries, placed in the Treasure Room of Widener Library. It discusses the significance of the exhibition in connection with the 400th anniversary of Luther's appearance before the Diet of Worms in 1521.

The page appears to be from a publication related to the Fogg Art Museum and its exhibitions in 1921. The articles are informative and provide details about the collections and events at the museum.

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This image shows an open book or scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, in the early 1920s. The clippings are arranged in a somewhat overlapping manner. Here's a detailed description of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Thursday, April 14, will be the last day of the Exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts from the Pierpont Morgan Library, now being shown at the Fogg Art Museum."
    • Date: April 11, 1921.
    • This clipping announces the final day of an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts from the Pierpont Morgan Library at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Middle Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. Collection of Mediaeval and Renaissance Paintings. Harvard University Press, Cambridge. Art & Archaeology, April 1921."
    • This clipping discusses the first Fogg Catalogue of early paintings, highlighting its significance as a comprehensive and scholarly treatment of important schools of Mediaeval and Renaissance Painting based on the study of examples in the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Gazette. FOGG ART MUSEUM April 2, '21."
    • This clipping announces a lecture on "Medieval Script" by Professor E. K. Rand at the Fogg Art Museum on Thursday afternoon, April 7, at 4:30 o'clock, in the Lecture Room of the Museum.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Second):

    • Headline: "Gazette. FOGG ART MUSEUM April 9, 1921."
    • This clipping reiterates the final day of the Exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts from the Pierpont Morgan Library at the Fogg Art Museum on Thursday, April 14.
  5. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN Crimson April 15, '21 Collection of Martin Luther's Works Mainly From Private Libraries Placed in Treasure Room."
    • This clipping announces a special exhibition in the Treasure Room of Widener Library featuring a collection of Martin Luther's books and pamphlets, mainly from private libraries. The exhibition is in connection with the four-hundredth anniversary of Luther's appearance before the Diet of Worms on April 17, 1521.
  6. Middle Right Clipping:

    • This clipping provides details about the content of the Martin Luther exhibition, including his religious and expository writings, controversial tracts, and other works illustrative of the early years of the Reformation. It mentions specific works such as the "Ninety-five Theses" and others.
  7. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • This clipping continues the description of the Luther exhibition, mentioning other authors included in the collection and providing additional details about the items on display.

The clippings are neatly pasted onto the pages, with some handwritten notes and dates indicating when the clippings were added to the book. The overall condition of the pages suggests they are from an older book or scrapbook.

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The image depicts an open page of a newspaper or magazine, with text printed on both sides of the page. The left side of the page contains a single column of text, while the right side has multiple columns. The text on the left side is titled "Special Exhibition Open" and provides information about an exhibition featuring the works of Martin Luther. The text on the right side is divided into two columns, with the top column containing a headline and the bottom column providing additional details about the exhibition. The newspaper appears to be from the early 20th century, based on the style of the text and the layout of the page.

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The image shows an open book with two pages. The left page features a title "Fogg Art Museum" with a subtitle "Harvard University. Collection of Medieval and Renaissance Paintings, Harvard Art Catalogue, Cambridge, Mass." The page contains a catalog description of a collection of paintings, manuscripts, and other artworks from the Fogg Art Museum, including details about the artists, techniques, and historical context. The right page has a title "SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN" with a subtitle "Collection of Martin Luther's Works Placed in Treasure Room of Widener Library a Collection of the Books and Pamphlets of the Early Years of the Reformation." The page provides information about an exhibition of Martin Luther's works, including details about the books, pamphlets, and other items on display, as well as the historical context and significance of the exhibition.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog, likely from an art museum or academic institution, featuring announcements and descriptions related to an art exhibition. The left page is titled "Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass." and discusses the "First Press Catalogue of Early Paintings", highlighting the collection of early paintings at the Fogg Museum. It emphasizes that the museum's collection is more than just a standard catalog and sets a standard for the gathering of masterpieces in early religious painting. The text mentions that the volume is intended for students, Harvard undergraduates, and the general public, serving as a handbook for the study of medieval and Renaissance painting based on the museum's examples.

The right page is titled "SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN Common of Martin Luther's Works Mainly from Private Libraries Placed in Treasure Room" and dated April 15, 1921. It announces an exhibition of Martin Luther's works, including his writings, pamphlets, and other materials, many of which are from private libraries. The exhibition is held in the Treasure Room of the Widener Library at Harvard University. The text provides details about Luther's life, his writings, and the historical context of his works, including pamphlets such as "The Address to the German Nobility," "The Babylonian Captivity of the Church," and "The Freedom of a Christian Man." It also mentions other items in the exhibition, such as Luther's Bible, early translations, and manuscripts. The page concludes with a note suggesting that visitors read the more original documents and refers to the exhibit as part of the Ander/Treasure Room.

The book appears to be an official publication or catalog from the Fogg Art Museum, dated April 14, 1921, and includes handwritten notes and signatures, indicating it may have been used or annotated by someone. The layout is formal, with typed text and structured headings, typical of museum or academic publications from the early 20th century. The content reflects a scholarly and educational focus on art and historical documents.

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This image depicts a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings, containing several newspaper articles and notes primarily related to the Fogg Art Museum and other exhibitions. The articles are pasted onto the page, detailing art exhibitions, special collections, and lectures.

Key elements:

  • The articles in the center and right primarily focus on topics such as the collection of Martin Luther's works and exhibitions on medieval and Renaissance paintings.
  • Smaller clippings at the bottom reference events and dates for exhibitions and lectures, mentioning specific details about manuscripts and illuminated works.
  • The page appears aged, with some visible wear along the right-hand edge and browning of the pasted articles. It has an academic, archival feel, likely documenting historical or cultural events from the early 20th century.

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  • The image shows an open old book or scrapbook with pasted newspaper clippings.
  • The left page has several small rectangular clippings arranged in a column, with dense blocks of text about exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum (Harvard) and related notices.
  • The right page features a large header in a box: “SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN” followed by details about an exhibition (including Martin Luther’s Works and loans from private libraries). The text appears in narrow columns.
  • The pages are yellowed and worn, with frayed edges and a visible binding on the outer edge, giving a historic, archival feel.
  • A faint handwritten “18” is visible near the top of the right page, suggesting cataloging or note-taking.

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The image shows two adjacent pages of an open book or journal. The pages appear to be aged, with some yellowing and wear indicative of older printed material. The left page has a date at the top, "Thursday, April 14, 1921," and contains various articles with dense text. One article prominently visible is about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, discussing an ongoing exhibit featuring Italian, Dutch, and Renaissance paintings, as well as pieces by Rembrandt.

The right page details a "SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN" event happening on April 14, 1921. It elaborates on a collection of Martin Luther's works mainly from private libraries and displayed in the Treasure Room. The exhibition seems to be in tandem with the 400th anniversary of Luther's appearance before the Diet of Worms. The text goes on to describe certain items on display and provides historical context.

Both pages contain multiple columns of text and include several smaller headlines and sections. There are handwritten marks and annotations marginally present, which suggest that someone interacted with or studied the content of these pages. The handwriting appears to be in pencil, marking certain parts of the content, possibly for reference. The overall condition and presentation suggest that this is an excerpt from a library or archival collection, referencing historic exhibits and materials.

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This image shows a page from an old scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, mostly related to exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum and other cultural or historical exhibitions. The page contains five distinct clippings, with typed and some handwritten notes.

Key elements:

  • The largest clipping on the right, titled "SPECIAL EXHIBITION OPEN," is dated April 15, 1921. It describes a collection of Martin Luther's works, mainly from private libraries, placed in the Treasure Room of Widener Library. It talks about the exhibition being prepared for the four-hundredth anniversary of Luther's appearance before the Diet of Worms. It includes descriptions of Luther's pamphlets, other authors featured, biographies, and details of the exhibit's contributors and lenders.

  • On the left side, there are four smaller clippings:

    1. The top-left clipping mentions the last day (April 14) of the exhibition of Illuminated Manuscripts from the Pierpont Morgan Library being shown at the Fogg Art Museum.
    2. Below that is an article discussing the first Fogg Catalogue of early paintings at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its significance, coverage of early religious paintings, and a scholarly treatment of mediaeval and renaissance paintings.
    3. A clipping dated April 10, 1921, mentioning another exhibition event and lectures at the Museum of Fine Arts.
    4. Two small notices from the Gazette for the Fogg Art Museum dated April 2 and April 9, 1921, mentioning exhibitions, lectures related to illuminated manuscripts, and their appreciation by students and the public.

The page shows signs of aging in the paper and clipping edges, and the pieces have handwritten dates or notes added above or near them. The content overall relates to early 20th-century exhibitions and scholarly activities around art and historic manuscripts.