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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808946

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The image is a page from a newspaper or a similar publication, dated from December 1944. It contains several articles and notices related to events at the Fogg Art Museum and the visit of a distinguished French composer, Vincent d'Indy.

  1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition (Dec. 17, '44):

    • The Fogg Art Museum is exhibiting a collection of Florentine illustrated books.
    • The exhibition includes books from the collections of Harvard College Library and the Widener Collection.
    • Notable books include those from the Pierpont Morgan Library, the library of William M. Ivins Jr., and Dr. Edward Clark Streeter.
    • The illustrated books are categorized into different types, such as woodcut illustrations and engravings.
  2. Honoring M. D'Indy (Dec. 4, '44):

    • French composer Vincent d'Indy is visiting the university and will be the guest at a reception at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • He will give a lecture titled "Cesar Franck" at the Music Building.
    • The lecture is under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts and the 47 Workshops.
    • The event is open to the public with no admission charge.
  3. Reception for Distinguished French Composer Tomorrow (Dec. 5, '44):

    • A reception will be held in honor of Vincent d'Indy at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The reception is hosted by the Division of Fine Arts, the 47 Workshops, and the Division of Music.
    • All members of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and students taking courses in these divisions are invited.
    • The event will feature a lecture by d'Indy on "Cesar Franck" at the Music Building.
  4. Vincent d'Indy (Dec. 7, '44):

    • A brief biography of Vincent d'Indy, highlighting his contributions to French music and his role as a teacher.
    • Mention of his association with the Schola Cantorum and his influence on modern French music.
  5. Society Dancing at Fogg Art Museum (Dec. 14, '44):

    • An Italian painter will give a lecture at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lecture will cover the development of Italian art from the early Renaissance to the Baroque period.
    • The event is part of a series of lectures on the history of art.

The page also includes a small note about the exhibition of Florentine illustrated books continuing at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a newspaper spread with several articles related to events at the Fogg Art Museum, primarily focusing on the visit of the distinguished French composer, Vincent d'Indy. Here are the summaries of the articles:

  1. Fogg Art Museum (June 17, 1921) - The exhibition of Florentine illustrated books at the Fogg Art Museum, which includes rare books from Harvard, Wellesley, and other collections, will continue until December 8th. Highlights include the earliest dated Florentine book with woodcut illustrations from 1470 and the first illustrated edition of the Divine Comedy.

  2. To Honor M. d'Indy Today (December 6, 1921) - The Fogg Art Museum will host a reception for Vincent d'Indy, who will also deliver a lecture titled "The Music of Today" in the Fogg Art Museum at 8:15 p.m. The lecture is open to the public, and the reception will be attended by faculty and students from the Departments of Music, Fine Arts, and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.

  3. Reception for Distinguished French Composer Tomorrow (December 5, 1921) - The Division of Fine Arts, Workshop, and Division of Music at Harvard will honor Vincent d'Indy at a reception on December 6 at 5:30 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum. The event is open to faculty and students, with the University Glee Club providing music.

  4. M. Vincent d'Indy - Guest at Harvard (December 6, 1921) - Vincent d'Indy, a prominent French composer, will be at Harvard for two days. He will give a lecture titled "The Music of Today" in the Fogg Art Museum at 8:15 p.m., which is expected to attract a large audience. The lecture is sponsored by the Division of Music, Fine Arts, and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.

  5. Angelo Colarossi Painting at Fogg Art Museum (December 7, 1921) - The Fogg Art Museum has acquired a painting by Angelo Colarossi, titled "Portrait of a Lady." The painting, which depicts a young girl, is an oil on canvas from the 19th century. It was given in memory of Professor Clarence King.

The articles collectively highlight the cultural and academic events centered around the visit of Vincent d'Indy, along with notable exhibitions and acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum during that period.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring several articles related to the Fogg Art Museum and events involving the distinguished French composer, Vincent d'Indy.

  1. Top Left (Fogg Art Museum Exhibition):

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content: The article describes the ongoing exhibition of Florentine illustrated books, which will continue until December 8th. Books from the two collections recently acquired by Harvard College, including the Sacred Raphel Collection, are on display. The books are notable for their detailed woodcuts from the 14th to the 16th century.
  2. Top Center (Honoring Vincent d'Indy):

    • Title: "To Honor M. D'Indy Today"
    • Content: A French composer, Vincent d'Indy, is to be honored with a reception at the Fogg Art Museum. He will be the guest of honor and will give a lecture at 8:15 PM in the 47 Workshop, Division of Music and Fine Arts. The reception includes members of the Division of Music and Arts, students, and faculty.
  3. Center Left (Reception for Distinguished French Composer):

    • Title: "Reception for Distinguished French Composer Tomorrow"
    • Content: Vincent d'Indy is scheduled to be honored with a reception on December 19th. The event will include the University Glee Club singing, and the evening's program is scheduled to start at 8:15 PM.
  4. Center Right (M. Vincent d'Indy Guest at Harvard):

    • Title: "M. Vincent d'Indy Guest at Harvard"
    • Content: Vincent d'Indy is a renowned French composer who will be a guest at Harvard University for a reception and lecture. His lecture will be held at the University Glee Club, and he will be honored by the Division of Fine Arts and Music.
  5. Bottom Left (Angelo's Painting at Fogg Art Museum):

    • Title: "Angelo's Painting at Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content: A painting by the Italian artist Angelo, which is part of the Fogg Art Museum's collection, is featured. The piece, titled "The Crucifixion," is on display, and it is noted for its historical significance and artistic value.
  6. Bottom Right (Event Details):

    • Content: There is a mention of a reception for Vincent d'Indy on December 14th, and a specific note about the painting "The Crucifixion" by Angelo, which is part of the museum’s permanent collection, highlighting its historical and artistic importance.

Overall, the page captures a series of events centered around the Fogg Art Museum, including exhibitions and special receptions and lectures for the celebrated composer Vincent d'Indy.

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The image contains newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette, detailing events related to the Fogg Art Museum and a reception for the French composer M. Vincent d'Indy. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Exhibition of Florentine Illustrated Books:

    • The Fogg Art Museum has an exhibition of Florentine illustrated books that will continue until December 9th.
    • The books, acquired by Harvard College Library, include a woodcut dated 1490 and a book from 1500.
    • The Savonarola collection is noted for its writings against and for him, with books like "Sacred Representations" and "Sacred Plays."
    • The exhibition also features illuminated manuscripts, particularly from Florence, and aims to show the evolution of woodcut illustrations and the use of more expressive figures.
    • The collection includes originals, copies, and blocks made for other books.
  2. Reception for M. Vincent d'Indy:

    • There are multiple articles discussing an upcoming reception for M. Vincent d'Indy, a distinguished French composer.
    • The first article (dated November 21, 1921) announces that d'Indy will be honored with a reception at the Fogg Art Museum on December 6th.
    • The event, organized by the Division of Fine Arts, Division of Music, and the University Glee Club, will include a lecture by d'Indy at 8:15 PM in the Music Building.
    • The reception will feature a reception area for d'Indy, including a guest list, and a performance by the University Glee Club.
  3. Lecture and Reception Details:

    • The second article (dated November 24, 1921) further details the reception and lecture, with d'Indy's lecture scheduled at the John Knowles Paine Concert Hall.
    • The reception is planned for 8 PM at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The event will include a reception for d'Indy and a lecture on modern French music.
    • The University Glee Club will sing at the reception, and the event is open to the public.
  4. Angelo's Painting Exhibition:

    • A third article (dated November 24, 1921) mentions the exhibition of an Italian primitive painting by Fra Angelico, which was formerly in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The painting is a late work and was recently acquired by the museum. The article briefly describes the painting and its historical significance.

Overall, these clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and academic events at Harvard University during the early 20th century, highlighting exhibitions and musical events centered around the Fogg Art Museum and the University's Division of Fine Arts and Music.

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The image is a page from a historical newspaper, specifically from the Harvard Crimson, featuring several articles related to events at the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of the articles on the page:

  1. Exhibition of Florentine Illustrated Books (Top Left)

    • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of Florentine illustrated books, which will continue until December 8th.
    • The books were acquired by Harvard College Library from the Pierpont Morgan Library and the Edward Clark Streeter Collection.
    • The exhibition includes some of the greatest treasures from the Wellesley College Library, such as the first printed edition of Dante’s Divine Comedy and the earliest dated Florentine book, illustrated with a woodcut from 1490.
    • The exhibition showcases the evolution of woodcut illustrations, particularly those used in sacred plays and sacred representations.
  2. Reception for Distinguished French Composer, M. Vincent d'Indy (Top Right)

    • A reception to honor the French composer, M. Vincent d'Indy, is scheduled for December 5th at 8:15 PM.
    • The event will include a lecture on d'Indy's work by Dr. A. T. Davison, followed by a concert in the Music Building.
    • The reception is open to the public and admission is free.
  3. M. Vincent d'Indy Guest at Harvard (Center Left)

    • M. Vincent d'Indy, the French composer, is a guest at Harvard University.
    • He will give a lecture at 5:00 PM in the Fogg Art Museum, titled "The Development of Modern French Music."
    • The lecture will be followed by a concert at 8:15 PM in the Music Building, featuring works by d'Indy and his contemporaries.
    • The reception is open to the public, and admission is free.
  4. Reception in Honor of M. d'Indy (Center Right)

    • A reception in honor of M. Vincent d'Indy is scheduled for December 6th at 5:00 PM in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The reception is hosted by the Division of Fine Arts, the Division of Music, and the Division of Dramatic Art.
    • All members and students of these divisions are invited, and the University Glee Club will sing.
  5. Angelo Painting at Fogg Art Museum (Bottom Right)

    • The Fogg Art Museum is exhibiting a painting by Fra Angelico, titled "The Annunciation."
    • The painting is on loan from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and is one of the few surviving works by Fra Angelico.
    • It is being exhibited in conjunction with the lecture series on Fra Angelico.
  6. M. Vincent d'Indy Lecture at Harvard (Bottom Left)

    • M. Vincent d'Indy will give a lecture on "The Development of Modern French Music" at 5:00 PM in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lecture is open to the public, and admission is free.

These articles collectively highlight the cultural and academic events organized by Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum to honor and educate about significant contributions to art and music.

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The image displays several clippings from a newspaper, specifically from the sections detailing events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, dated November 1931.

Top Left Clipping:

Title: The Fogg Art Museum
Content:

  • An exhibition of Florentine illustrated books will be shown starting December 5th. This exhibition will include books from the Renaissance collected by Harvard University and the Morgan Library.
  • Some of the greatest treasures of the Wellesley College Library will be lent, including fine examples from the Pierpont Morgan Library and books from Dr. Edward Clark Streeter of New York.
  • The earliest dated Florentine book illustrated with a woodcut dates from 1480.
  • The Savonarola period's books feature large woodcut illustrations and writings on various subjects.
  • The evolution of Florentine illustrated books is highlighted, showing the shift from initial simple woodcuts to more elaborate designs.

Middle Left Clipping:

Title: Reception for Distinguished French Composer Tomorrow
Content:

  • The Division of Fine Arts and the Division of Music will host a reception at the Fogg Art Museum to honor M. Vincent d'Indy, a renowned French composer.
  • The reception will be from 4 to 6 o'clock, where guests can meet the composer and view an exhibition of his work.
  • Courses in music and fine arts will be discussed by students.
  • The entertainment includes a performance by the University Glee Club at the Germanic Museum, conducted by Dr. Archibald T. Davison.

Bottom Left Clipping:

Content:

  • A note confirming the reception for M. Vincent d'Indy, highlighting his honorary membership in the 47 Workshop, and his visit to the Fogg Art Museum.

Top Right Clipping:

Title: To Honor M. D'Indy Today
Content:

  • Vincent d'Indy, the noted French composer, will be the guest of honor at a reception in the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The reception will be attended by the Division of Fine Arts and Music, along with the French Department.
  • The guest list includes several prominent members of the faculty and students.
  • Music by d'Indy will be performed, and he will deliver a lecture in French.

Middle Right Clipping:

Title: Reception in Honor of M. d'Indy Nov. 24
Content:

  • Details about the reception for Vincent d'Indy, including the time and place.
  • The reception will include a musical program featuring d'Indy’s compositions.
  • The event is organized by the Division of Fine Arts and the Division of Music, with participation from the French Department.

Bottom Right Clipping:

Title: Angelico at Fogg Art Museum
Content:

  • An exhibition of the works of Fra Angelico, an Italian primitive, will be held in the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The exhibition is curated by Chandler R. Post, who will give a lecture on the artist.
  • The paintings are borrowed from various sources, including the Louvre and other private collections.
  • The exhibition will be on display in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum and will be open to the public during specific hours.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. These clippings seem to be related to events, exhibitions, and personalities associated with the Fogg Art Museum and music. They include announcements of receptions, lectures, and the showcasing of art and books.

For example, one clipping on the top right headlined "TO HONOR M. D'INDY TODAY" discusses an event planned to honor the French composer Vincent d'Indy with a reception at the Fogg Art Museum, accompanied by a lecture on musical topics. Another clipping at the bottom right, titled "ANGELICO'S PAINTING," talks about a painting by Fra Angelico being added to the museum's collection.

Apart from the event details, the clippings sometimes include the times, dates, and a brief description of what guests can expect, such as music performances or important speakers.

Each clipping comes with a note indicating their date, such as "Dec. 2, '21" or "Dec. 3, '21," likely referencing the date when the clipping was collected or the event was publicized. This suggests that the individual who assembled this scrapbook was documenting events related to the art and music communities around the Fogg Art Museum during late 1921.

The nature of the content and the organized manner in which the clippings are assembled indicate that the creator of the scrapbook had a professional or deep personal interest in these subjects.

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The image shows an old scrapbook or album page with multiple newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are arranged in a somewhat grid-like pattern and contain articles primarily related to the Fogg Art Museum, music events, and notable visitors such as the French composer Vincent d'Indy.

Key topics and details from the clippings include:

  • An exhibition of Florentine illustrated books at the Fogg Art Museum, including notes on the Savonarola collection and the history of illustrated books from around 1490.
  • Several announcements and articles about receptions and lectures honoring Vincent d'Indy at Harvard University, mentioning his visit, a reception in his honor at the Fogg Art Museum, and lectures on César Franck and his school.
  • Information about a new painting by Fra Angelico acquired by the Fogg Art Museum, titled "Crucifixion," including details about the painting's provenance and exhibition.
  • A notice about a lecture titled "New Light on Greek Masterpieces" given by Professor Clarence Kennedy at the Fogg Art Museum.

The clippings are dated mostly from December 1921 and November 1921. Some handwritten notes are visible alongside the clippings, providing dates and additional context. The page shows signs of age with slight discoloration along the edges.

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The image shows an open book with two pages. The left page has a handwritten note with the date November 17, 1921, and the text "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in the upper left corner. The right page has the text "TO HONOR M. D'INDY TODAY" and a table with information about an event honoring French composer M. Vincent d'Indy, including the date, time, and location of the event. The table also includes details about the event, such as the guest of honor, the program, and the speakers. The image appears to be a historical document or a book related to the Fogg Art Museum and the event honoring M. Vincent d'Indy.

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The image shows an open book with several pages visible, featuring typed text in English. The content appears to be a series of announcements or notices related to events, lectures, and exhibitions hosted by the Fogg Art Museum and the University. Here’s a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Top Left Page:

    • Header: "Fogg Art Museum, Dec. 19, 1941."
    • Content: The page discusses an exhibition of Florentine illustrated books, highlighting the significance of the collection. It mentions that the books are from the Wellesley College Library and the Pierpont Morgan Library, with notable examples lent by Edward Clark Streeter. The text emphasizes the historical and artistic value of the books, noting their woodcut illustrations and the evolution of book design during the 15th century.
  2. Top Right Page:

    • Header: "TO HONOR M. D'INDY TODAY."
    • Content: This page announces a reception and lecture in honor of Monsieur Vincent d'Indy, a distinguished French composer. It details that d'Indy will be the guest of honor at a reception in the Fogg Art Museum on December 24, 1941, followed by a lecture in the Music Building. The event is organized by the Division of Fine Arts, the Division of Music, and the Division of Arts and Sciences. It mentions that the reception will start at 5:15 p.m., and the lecture will begin at 8:15 p.m. Admission is free, and the public is invited.
  3. Bottom Left Page:

    • Header: "Reception for Distinguished French Composer Tomorrow."
    • Content: This page reiterates the details of the reception for Monsieur Vincent d'Indy, scheduled for the following day (December 24, 1941). It specifies that the event will be held in the Fogg Art Museum, under the leadership of Dr. A. T. Davison, and will feature music performed by the Division of Fine Arts and the Division of Music. It also notes that the University Glee Club will sing, and the event will be attended by faculty, students, and members of the public. The text emphasizes d'Indy's status as a distinguished French composer and his contributions to music.
  4. Bottom Right Page:

    • Header: "ANGELICO AT FOGG ART MUSEUM."
    • Content: This page announces an exhibition of works by Fra Angelico at the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights that the exhibition features paintings and drawings by the renowned Italian artist, who died in 1455. The text mentions that the works were recently acquired by Harvard and are part of the museum's collection. It also notes that the exhibition will be open to the public, with a reception scheduled for December 24, 1941, in honor of the artist.

Visual Elements:

  • Typography: The text is typed in a monospaced font, typical of documents from the early to mid-20th century.
  • Annotations: Handwritten notes and markings are visible on the pages, including signatures, dates, and possibly corrections or additional information. For example, there are handwritten entries such as "Caiman Dec. 5, 1941" and "M. Vincent d'Indy."
  • Page Numbers: The pages are numbered, with visible numbers like "28" and "29" at the top corners.
  • Layout: The pages are arranged in a standard book format, with text aligned to the left margin and some indentation for paragraphs.

Context:

The document appears to be an official announcement or program for cultural events hosted by the Fogg Art Museum and affiliated university departments. It reflects the mid-20th-century academic and artistic environment, emphasizing the celebration of notable figures in art and music, such as Vincent d'Indy and Fra Angelico.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical document that serves as a record of cultural and academic events, showcasing the intersection of art, music, and education during the early 1940s. The combination of typed announcements and handwritten annotations suggests it may have been used for planning, distribution, or personal reference.