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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

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The image depicts an open page from a vintage calendar or event booklet, dated April 1922. The page lists various events, lectures, and exhibitions happening in the Boston area, particularly associated with Harvard University and the Fogg Museum of Art. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Exhibition Announcement (April 2, 1922):

    • An exhibition of paintings by Rembrandt (1606-1669) was opened at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.
    • The exhibition aims to emphasize the value of Rembrandt's work to the community.
    • It features works from private collections and museums, showcasing the artist's mastery and the beauty of his paintings.
    • The exhibition is organized by the Department of Fine Arts of Harvard University, with the support of various individuals and institutions.
  2. Lecture on Rembrandt (April 5, 1922):

    • Miss Laura H. Dudley, from the Museum Print Department, will give a lecture on Rembrandt as an etcher.
    • The lecture will be held in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum at 4:30 PM.
  3. Public Lectures in French (April 5, 1922):

    • Professor Emile F. Gautier, Professor of Geography at the University of Algiers and French Exchange Professor at Harvard University, will give a lecture titled "La famille orientale."
    • The lecture will be held in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.
    • It is open to the public and members of the university.
  4. Gazette Items (April 7, 1922):

    • Lecture at the Medical School: Dr. M. J. Rosenau will speak on "The Nature of Botulinus Toxin" at the Harvard Medical School, Longwood Avenue, Boston, at 12:30 PM.
    • Lecture on Rembrandt as an Etcher: Miss Laura H. Dudley will give a lecture at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.
    • Lecture on Light and the Constitution of Matter: Professor Hendrik A. Lorentz will speak at the Jefferson Physical Laboratory at 4:30 PM.
    • Lecture on the Work of H. L. Wissman: Mr. Bancroft Gherardi will speak on "The Neural Tube of Amphioxus" at the Zoological Laboratory, Room 4013, at 4:30 PM.
    • Lecture on the Transportation Problem: Mr. Walker D. Hines will speak at Emerson J. S. at 5 PM.

The page also includes smaller notes and announcements related to the exhibitions and lectures, providing additional context and details about the events.

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The image displays a page from a newspaper or a periodical, specifically dated April 2, 1927, focusing on events at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. Here’s a detailed summary:

  1. Exhibition Announcement:

    • The left-hand side of the page announces an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and etchings by Rembrandt (1606-1669). The exhibition is open at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and will continue through the week and into the next week. Admission is free.
  2. Event Details:

    • On April 7, various lectures and talks are scheduled:

      • Miss Laura H. Dudley from the Print Department of the Fogg Art Museum will talk about Rembrandt as an Etcher.
      • Professor Henri A. Rosenthal will give a lecture on "Light and the Constitution of Matter."
      • Professor Henry A. Jeffers will discuss "The Transportation Problem: Considerations Affecting Operating and Other Expenses."
      • Mr. Benjamin Kroopf will review H. L. Wiemann’s work on the transplantation of the neural tube of an Amblystoma.
      • Mr. Jeffrey Wyma, Jr. will speak on "Some Problems and Methods in Biology."
    • The lectures are listed with their respective times and locations:

      • Miss Laura H. Dudley’s lecture at 4:30 P.M. in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Professor Henri A. Rosenthal’s lecture at 4:30 P.M. in the Large Lecture Room of the Jefferson Physical Laboratory.
      • Mr. Walker D. Hines’ lecture at 8:00 P.M. in the Emerson Room.
    • On April 12, Professor Emile F. Gautier will give a lecture titled "La Famille Orientale" in French, open to members of the university.

  3. Public Lectures in French:

    • On April 1 and 2, Professor Emile F. Gautier, a professor of Geography at the University of Algiers, will give public lectures titled "L'Orient et la Nation" in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Additional Information:

    • The newspaper mentions the historical and artistic significance of the Rembrandt exhibition, emphasizing its importance to the community and the art world. The event is noted to include a variety of works that highlight Rembrandt’s mastery in his various mediums.

The page is part of a broader context of cultural and academic activities happening at Harvard during that week, with a significant focus on art and scientific lectures.

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The image displays two pages from a newspaper, dated April 2, 1929. The left page features an article about an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and etchings by Rembrandt (1606-1669) at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, which opened on March 27 and will run through April 6. The article emphasizes the significance of the exhibition, highlighting that it presents one of the largest collections of Rembrandt's works ever assembled in America, including pieces from private collections and museums. Admission is free, and the museum is open daily from 9 to 5.

The right page contains several announcements and event listings for April 1929. These include:

  1. A talk by Miss Dudley on Rembrandt at 4:30 p.m. on April 3 in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.
  2. A series of lectures in French by Professor Emile V. Gautier on April 3 and 12 at 4:30 p.m. in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.
  3. A talk by Dr. M. J. Schlesinger on "The Nature of Botulinus Toxin" at 12:30 p.m. on April 7 in the Amphitheatre of Building A, Harvard Medical School.
  4. A lecture by Miss Laura H. Dudley on "Rembrandt as an Etcher" at 4:30 p.m. on April 7 in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.
  5. A lecture by Professor Henry A. Murray on "Light and the Constitution of Matter" at 4:30 p.m. on April 7 in the Jefferson Physical Laboratory.
  6. A meeting of the Biological Club to review the work of H. L. Wieman on the transplantation of the neural tube of Amblystoma at 8:00 p.m. on April 7 in the Zoological Laboratory.
  7. A talk by Mr. Walker D. Hines on the transportation problem at 8:00 p.m. on April 7 in Emerson Hall.
  8. A continuation of the lecture series by Professor Emile V. Gautier on "La famille orientale" at 4:30 p.m. on April 12 in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.

The events are open to the public, and specific dates and times are provided for each.

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The image is of an old newspaper clipping detailing events and exhibitions from April 1922. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Left Page (April 2, 1922)

Title: "In"

Main Article:

  • Exhibition of Paintings and Etchings by Rembrandt:
    • An exhibition featuring Rembrandt's works from 1630-1669 is being held at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.
    • The exhibition will run for the current week and the following week, concluding next Sunday.
    • The display aims to show the development and range of Rembrandt’s art, including many masterpieces from various private collections.
    • The collection is considered one of the most important gatherings of Rembrandt's work ever seen in Boston.
    • The exhibition is open to the public and free of charge.

Right Page (April 7, 1922)

Title: "Gazette"

Events and Lectures:

  1. Research Club at the Medical School:

    • Topic: "On the Nature of Botulinus Toxin"
    • Speaker: Dr. M.J. Schlesinger
    • Location: Amphitheatre of Building A, Harvard Medical School
    • Time: 12:30 P.M.
  2. Lecture on Rembrandt:

    • Speaker: Laura H. Dudley of the Print Department, Fogg Art Museum
    • Topic: "Rembrandt as an Etcher"
    • Details: Illustrated with lantern slides
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, 4:30 P.M.
  3. Lecture by Cornelis Hofstede de Groot:

    • Topic: "Rembrandt and the Great Masters"
    • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 8:00 P.M.
  4. Biological Club:

    • Topic: Review of work by H. H. Wiener on the transplantation of the neural tube of amphibians
    • Speakers: Mr. Benjamin Kropp and others
    • Location: Room 144, Biological Laboratories
    • Time: 8 P.M.
  5. Lecture:

    • Topic: "The Transportation Problem: Considerations Affecting Operating and Other Expenses"
    • Speaker: Mr. Emerson P. Hines
    • Location and Time: Emerson J, 8 P.M.

April 5 Announcement (Gazette, April 5)

Lectures in French by Professor Emile F. Gautier:

  • Topic: "La famille orientale"
  • Speaker: Professor Emile F. Gautier, Professor of Geography at the University of Algiers and French Exchange Professor at Harvard University
  • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 4:30 P.M.

The lectures are open to the public and some are specifically noted to be in French. The dates and titles of the remaining lectures are to be announced.

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The image displays a page from a newspaper or a journal, specifically from the "Gazette" of April 1929. The page is filled with various articles and announcements related to lectures, exhibitions, and events primarily centered around Harvard University.

Key points from the image include:

  1. Exhibition Announcement:

    • An exhibition of paintings, drawings, and etchings by Rembrandt (1606-1669) is open at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, through April 12, 1929. The exhibition includes works from the Fogg Museum's collection and loans from other institutions.
  2. Lecture Announcements:

    • April 2, 1929: Miss Laura H. Dudley from the Print Department of the Museum of Art will give a lecture on Rembrandt at 4:30 PM in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum. The lecture is part of the "Evening Public Lectures in French" series.
    • April 5, 1929 (Friday):
      • Research Club at the Medical School: "On the Nature of Botulinus Toxin" by Dr. M. J. Schlesinger at 12:30 PM.
      • Lecture: "Rembrandt as an Etcher" by Miss Laura H. Dudley at 4:30 PM.
      • Lecture: "Light and the Constitution of Matter" by Professor Henry A. Rowland at 4:30 PM.
      • Lecture: "The Transportation Problem" by Mr. Walker D. Hines at 8 PM.
    • April 5, 1929 (Wednesday):
      • Lecture: "La famille orientale" by Professor Emile F. Gautier at 4:30 PM.
  3. Biological Club Meeting:

    • Review of work by H.L. Wieman on Transplantation of the Neural Tube of Amblystoma by Mr. Benjamin Kropf and Mr. Jeffrey Wyman, Jr. at 4:30 PM.
  4. Other Articles:

    • A detailed description of the Rembrandt exhibition, including the works displayed and their significance.
    • A piece on the Rembrandt exhibition, emphasizing the beauty and effectiveness of his etchings and drawings.

The articles and announcements provide a snapshot of the cultural and academic activities at Harvard University during April 1929, highlighting both scholarly lectures and significant art exhibitions.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or a publication that features announcements and articles related to cultural and academic events from April 1922. Here's a detailed summary:

Left Page:

  • Headline: "AN EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS, DRAWINGS AND ETCHINGS BY REMBRANDT (1606-1669) WAS OPENED AT THE FOGG ART MUSEUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY ON MARCH 28TH."
    • The exhibition, which includes 66 paintings, drawings, and etchings, is open to the public through the end of the month.
    • The exhibit is organized by the Fogg Museum and is part of a broader celebration of the 300th anniversary of Rembrandt's birth.
    • The article mentions several notable works on display, such as "Portrait of Old Man with a Beard" and "Portrait of a Man in a Red Cap."
    • The exhibition is curated to showcase the artist's mastery and diversity, including his works in various mediums.

Right Page:

  • Headlines and Announcements:
    • Miss Dudley to Talk on Rembrandt:

      • Laura H. Dudley, from the Museum Print Department, will give a lecture on Rembrandt at the Fogg Art Museum on April 2.
      • The lecture is scheduled for 4:30 PM in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.
    • Research Club at the Medical School:

      • A lecture titled "On the Nature of Botulinus Toxin" by Dr. M. J. Schlesinger will be held at 12:50 PM on April 7 in the Amphitheatre of Building A, Harvard Medical School.
    • Lectures at the Fogg Art Museum:

      • Miss Laura H. Dudley will give a lecture titled "Rembrandt as an Etcher" on April 7 at 4:30 PM.
      • Professor Hendrik A. Lorentz will discuss "Light and the Constitution of Matter" on April 12 at 4:30 PM.
      • Mr. Jeffrey Wyman, Jr., will speak on "Some Problems and Methods in Biology" on April 7 at 4:30 PM.
    • Biological Club:

      • Mr. Benjamin Kauffman will review the work of H. L. Wiemann on the transplantation of the neural tube of Amblystoma.
    • Lecture by Mr. Walker D. Hines:

      • A lecture titled "The Transportation Problem: Considerations affecting Operating and Other Expenses" will be given on April 7 at 8 PM in Emerson J.
    • Public Lectures in French:

      • Professor Emile F. Gautier will give a series of lectures in French at the Fogg Art Museum:
        • April 7: "La famille orientale."
        • April 12: "L'art et la nation en Orient."

These lectures are open to the public and are scheduled to be held in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

The page also includes references to other events and announcements, such as the schedule of events for the Research Club and the Biological Club, as well as the dates and times for various lectures and talks.

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This is an image of a page from a historical newspaper or journal. The page is dated "APRIL 2, 1922" at the top left corner, which is hand-written with ink. The page contains a variety of articles and announcements, mostly pertaining to events and lectures in what appears to be an academic or cultural context.

For example, there is an announcement about Miss Dudley talking on Rembrandt at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, scheduled for Thursday at 4:30 o'clock. Another boxed notice is for a Research Club talk by Dr. J. W. Severinghaus on the topic "On the Nature of Botulinus Toxin."

There are several other notices for lectures and meetings, including topics on paintings and sculpture, the transportation problem, biological club meetings, and French lectures. Overall, the page reflects a snapshot of the intellectual and cultural activities associated with a university, possibly Harvard given the several references, from the early 20th century. The paper shows some signs of wear and age, with browning edges and text indicating that it has likely been preserved for historical interest.

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The image shows a scrapbook or journal page with several newspaper clippings and printed announcements pasted onto it. The clippings are primarily about lectures, exhibitions, and scientific meetings dated around early April 1922.

Key contents on the page include:

  • An announcement about an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and etchings by Rembrandt (1606-1669) at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, which is free and running through that week and next.
  • Multiple mentions of a lecture titled "Rembrandt as an Etcher" by Miss Laura H. Dudley of the Museum Print Department, scheduled for April 7, 1922, at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Notices about lectures and research talks, including topics such as:
    • "On the Nature of Botulinus Toxin" by Dr. M.J. Schlesinger at Harvard Medical School.
    • "Light and the Constitution of Matter" by Professor Hendrik A. Lorentz from the University of Leiden, Holland.
    • A review of work related to transplantation of the neural tube of Amblystoma and problems in biology.
    • "The Transportation Problem: Considerations affecting Operating and Other Expenses" by Mr. Walker D. Hines.
  • An announcement of a French lecture series by Professor Emile F. Gautier, a professor of Geography at the University of Algiers and Exchange Professor from France to Harvard, on topics related to the Near East.

The page includes handwritten annotations with dates such as "April 7, 1922," "April 1, 22", and "April 9, 1922," indicating when the clippings were collected or relevant events took place. The page has a vintage feel with yellowed paper and some frayed edges.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper or magazine with a lot of text and headings. The page appears to be from the early 20th century based on the style of the text and layout. The text is mostly in black ink on white paper, though some parts are faded and difficult to read. There are several columns of text, with headings like "April 2, 1922", "Lectures", "Biological Club", and "Exhibitions". The content seems to be about various lectures, exhibitions, and events happening in the area at that time.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page from the early 20th century, showcasing various newspaper clippings and handwritten notes. The page is open, revealing several articles and announcements.

On the left side, there is a large article with a headline that reads "AN EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS, DRAWINGS, AND ETCHINGS BY REMBRANDT BRANDS AT THE FOGG MUSEUM OF ART, HARVARD UNIVERSITY." The article discusses an exhibition of Rembrandt's works, highlighting the significance of his contributions to art and his influence on collectors and enthusiasts. It mentions the exhibition's opening date and provides details about the artworks on display, including canvases, etchings, and drawings.

Below this article, there is a smaller clipping with a headline that reads "REMBRANDT AS AN ETCHER." This piece focuses on Rembrandt's skills as an etcher and his impact on the art form. It includes a brief biography of Rembrandt and emphasizes the importance of his etchings in the art world.

On the right side of the page, there are several announcements and lecture schedules. One of the announcements is for "Public Lectures in French," featuring Professor Emile F. Gautier, who will discuss geography and exchange. Another announcement is for a lecture by Professor Hendrik A. Lorentz on "The Constitution of Matter." There is also a mention of a lecture by Mr. Benjamin Krop on "Some Problems and Methods in Biology."

The page also includes a handwritten note at the top, which reads "APRIL 2, 1922." This note likely indicates the date when the page was created or when the events mentioned in the clippings took place.

The scrapbook page is a historical artifact that provides insight into the cultural and academic events of the early 20th century, particularly focusing on art exhibitions and lectures at Harvard University. The inclusion of Rembrandt's works and the lectures by prominent professors highlights the importance of art and science during this period.