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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808987

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This image appears to be a page from a historical publication, likely a magazine or newspaper, dated October 7, 1922, as indicated by the text at the top right corner. The page is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS RECENT ADDITIONS TO ITS COLLECTION." It features several black-and-white photographs and illustrations of artworks and artifacts:

  1. Top Left: A pencil study of a young woman, credited to Edgar Degas.
  2. Top Right: A portrait of Antoine de Silly, Comte de La Roche, attributed to Jean Clouet.
  3. Middle Left: The main entrance hall of the museum, showcasing a collection of Romanesque capitals from Montier-Saint-Jean and Saint-Pons.
  4. Middle Right: A Cambodian head of Buddha.
  5. Bottom Left: A portrait of Madame Pierre Chauvain, painted in 1815 by Jean-Baptiste Ingres.
  6. Bottom Right: A capital from Moutier-Saint-Jean, depicting a scene of Cain and Abel.

The page also includes descriptive text for each artwork and artifact, providing historical and cultural context. The style and layout suggest it is from a bygone era, likely the early 20th century.

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This image is a page from a magazine or journal, dated "Crimson, Oct. 7, 1922," and appears to be reporting on recent additions to the collection of the Fogg Art Museum. The page includes several black-and-white photographs and descriptions of various artworks and artifacts.

  1. Top Left: A pencil study of a young woman, described as a study by Edgar Degas. The caption mentions that the finished portrait for this study, "La Femme aux Chrysanthemes," a portrait of Madame Hertel painted in 1865, is in the collection of Mrs. O. Havemeyer, New York.

  2. Top Right: A portrait attributed to Jean Clouet, an artist at the court of Francis I, who may be said to have inaugurated the Renaissance in French painting. The subject is Antoine de Silly Comte de la Roche.

  3. Middle Left: A photograph of the main entrance hall of the Fogg Art Museum, showing a part of the collection of Romanesque capitals from Montier-Saint-Jean and Saint-Pons recently installed. The caption mentions the importance of these capitals in mediaeval art in America.

  4. Middle Right: A photograph of a Cambodian head of Buddha. The caption provides historical context about the Cambodian civilization, which had its beginnings in the ninth century and its end in the thirteenth century.

  5. Bottom Left: A portrait of Madame Pierre Chauvain, executed in 1815 by Jean-Baptiste Ingres. The caption describes the drawing as an exquisite example of Ingres' facility and gracefulness and notes that it was exhibited at the Ingres exhibition in Paris in 1921.

  6. Bottom Right: A photograph of a capital from Moutier-Saint-Jean, which represents the sacrifices of Cain and Abel. The caption describes the scene depicted on the capital.

The page is well-organized with clear captions and images, providing a detailed overview of the new additions to the museum's collection. The photographs are of high quality for the time period, with good detail and clarity.

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This image shows an open page from a scrapbook or album, dated “Camden, Oct. 7, 1922,” at the top. The page is titled:

“FOGG ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS RECENT ADDITIONS TO ITS COLLECTION”

It features a collage of six black-and-white photographs of artworks and museum spaces, accompanied by descriptive captions.

Here is a breakdown of the items displayed:


Top Row

  1. Left: “PENCIL STUDY OF A YOUNG WOMAN” by Eugène Delacroix.

    • A sketch of a young woman in profile, thought to be a study for “La Fée aux Chrysanthèmes,” a portrait of Mme. Hartel painted in 1863.
    • Caption notes it is now in the collection of C. G. Havemeyer, New York.
  2. Right: “Portrait attributed to Jean Clouet, an artist at the court of Francis I.”

    • A portrait of a bearded man wearing a Renaissance-era cap.
    • The caption notes that Jean Clouet is credited with helping inaugurate the Renaissance in French painting.
    • The subject is identified as Antoine de Silly, Comte de La Roche.

Middle Row

  1. Left: “THE MAIN ENTRANCE HALL” of the Fogg Art Museum.

    • A photograph showing a well-lit hall with high ceilings, classical architectural features, and multiple ancient stone capitals displayed on pedestals.
    • The caption specifies these are “Romanesque capitals from Montier-Saint-Jean and Saint-Pons,” recently installed and described as being of “hardly equalled importance” as a subject of medieval art in America.
  2. Right: “CAMBODIAN HEAD OF BUDDHA”

    • A photo of a stone sculpture of a serene Buddha head with tightly curled hair.
    • The caption notes that very little is known of the Khmer (Cambodian) civilization, yet its art flourished “from the ninth to the thirteenth century.”

Bottom Row

  1. Left: “MADAME PIERRE CHAUVIN”

    • A portrait drawing, executed in 1815 by Jean-Baptiste Ingres.
    • Caption describes it as “an exquisite example of the facility and gracefulness which Ingres reduced into his drawings” and notes it was exhibited at Ingres’ exhibition in Paris in 1921.
  2. Right: “CAPITAL FROM MOISHE SAINT-JEAN” (likely a typo for “Moutiers-Saint-Jean”)

    • A Romanesque stone capital carved with religious figures, including one holding a lamb.
    • The caption explains it represents the “sacrifices of Cain and Abel,” and notes that “Abel presents a lamb... while Cain... presents a sheaf of wheat.”

Overall Impression:

The page documents a selection of newly acquired or exhibited artworks at the Fogg Art Museum (part of Harvard University) in 1922. The collection ranges across centuries and cultures—from French 19th-century drawings and Renaissance portraiture to medieval European sculpture and Cambodian Buddhist art—highlighting the museum’s broad scope and interest in both Western and non-Western art history. The page is clearly curated for educational or archival purposes, providing provenance, artist, and historical context for each piece.

The scrapbook itself appears aged, with yellowed paper and red cloth binding visible on the left, suggesting historical value and personal or institutional preservation.

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A book with a red border is open, revealing a page with the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS RECENT ADDITIONS TO ITS COLLECTION." The page features several black-and-white images, including portraits of people, a statue, and a picture of the interior of a museum. Each image is accompanied by a brief description. The book is placed on a gray surface, possibly a table.

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The image is of an open book with a page displaying a collage of images and text. The title at the top of the page reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS RECENT ADDITIONS TO ITS COLLECTION." The collage includes images of drawings, sculptures, and artifacts, along with descriptive text. The images and text are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with some images overlapping or partially obscuring each other. The book appears to be a catalog or exhibition guide for the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing recent additions to its collection.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog, likely from an art museum or exhibition, dated October 7, 1922, as indicated at the top of the page. The book appears to be titled "Fogg Art Museum Exhibits Recent Additions to Its Collection" and is part of a publication or exhibition catalog. The page is filled with various illustrations and descriptive text, showcasing a range of artworks and artifacts. Here's a detailed breakdown:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page features the title: "Fogg Art Museum Exhibits Recent Additions to Its Collection."
    • The date, October 7, 1922, is handwritten at the top left corner.
  2. Illustrations and Descriptions:

    • The page is divided into several sections, each accompanied by illustrations and descriptive text.

    Top Left Section:

    • Illustration: A pencil study of a young woman, labeled "PENCIL STUDY OF A YOUNG WOMAN."
    • Description: The text mentions that the study was finished by Jean-Baptiste Ingres in 1855 and is part of the collection of O. Havemeyer in New York.

    Top Right Section:

    • Illustration: A portrait of a man, identified as "ANTOINE DE SILLY COMTE DE LA ROCHE."
    • Description: The text describes the portrait as attributed to François I and notes its historical significance, suggesting it may have been part of the French court.

    Center Section:

    • Illustration: A photograph of a museum hall, labeled "THE MAIN ENTRANCE HALL."
    • Description: The text discusses the architectural and artistic importance of the hall, mentioning capitals from Mont-Saint-Jean and highlighting their significance in medieval art.

    Bottom Left Section:

    • Illustration: A portrait of a woman, labeled "MADAME PIERRE CHAUVIN."
    • Description: The text explains that this is an example of Ingres' facility and gracefulness in portraiture, noting that the original drawing was exhibited at the Ingres exhibition in Paris in 1921.

    Bottom Right Section:

    • Illustration: A detailed sculpture or relief, labeled "CAMBODIAN HEAD OF BUDDHA."
    • Description: The text discusses the historical and cultural significance of the Buddha head, noting its origins and importance in Cambodian art.

    Additional Illustrations:

    • Another illustration in the bottom right shows a detailed relief or sculpture, labeled "L'APOTHÈSE DE SAINT-JEAN," which represents a religious or allegorical theme.
  3. Textual Details:

    • The text is written in a formal, descriptive style, typical of museum catalogs or exhibition guides.
    • Each illustration is accompanied by a brief description, providing context about the artwork, its creator, historical significance, and provenance.
  4. Design and Condition:

    • The book has a worn, aged appearance, with visible creases and slight discoloration, suggesting it is an antique or historical document.
    • The pages are thick and yellowed, indicative of age and frequent handling.
    • The illustrations are printed in black and white, with varying levels of detail and shading.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a page from an art museum catalog or exhibition guide, showcasing a curated selection of artworks and artifacts. The content highlights the museum's recent acquisitions, providing detailed descriptions and visual representations of each piece. The combination of historical context, artistic detail, and formal presentation reflects the educational and cultural purpose of such publications. The aged appearance of the book adds a sense of historical significance, suggesting it is a valuable artifact in its own right.

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This image showcases a page from a scrapbook or a collector's album dated October 7, 1922. The compilation contains a variety of newspaper clippings and images related to art and museum exhibits. One of the clippings mentions "FOGG ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS RECENT ADDITIONS TO ITS COLLECTION," indicating that the content is related to the Fogg Museum's collection. Other clippings provide descriptions of individual art pieces and artifacts, such as a bust labeled "ANTOINE DE SILLY COMTE DE LA ROCHE." Additionally, there is an interior photo of a museum hall labeled "THE MAIN ENTRANCE HALL," and a snippet about a Cambodian Buddha head sculpture.

Another clipping discusses an artwork titled "MADAME PIERRE CHAUVIN," a portrait said to be by Jean Baptiste Ingres. The articles and images appear to be carefully cut out and pasted onto the pages, typical of a historical record keeping or personal hobby of documenting art interest.

The physical condition of the scrapbook page suggests some age, with a tan-yellow patina, indicating it may be quite old, possibly reinforcing the 1922 date present in the documents. This type of scrapbook can offer valuable insight into the art and museum culture of the era in which it was created.

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This image shows a page from a publication detailing various artifacts and artworks. Headlined as “Fogg Art Museum Exhibits Recent Additions to Its Collection,” the page showcases different pieces accompanied by textual descriptions. The artifacts include sketches of individuals, sculptures, and architectural fragments like capitals. Captions provide historical and artistic contexts for each piece.

The page also features a photograph of what is described as the "Main Entrance Hall," likely illustrating the museum's setup of architectural elements. Specific pieces highlighted include a pencil sketch attributed to Ingres and a Cambodian head of Buddha. Surrounding text emphasizes the cultural and artistic importance of these exhibited items.

The page is slightly aged, with handwritten annotations (e.g., "October 7, 1922") written at the top. Some details are blurred/obscured, possibly to protect identity or due to damage. It is organized into sections with neatly curated images interspersed with informative captions.

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The image depicts a page from an old publication, dated October 7, 1922. The page features various photographs and descriptions related to recent additions to the Fogg Art Museum collection.

  • The top left section mentions a "Pencil Study of a Young Woman" by Edgar Degas, part of a portrait study called "La Femme aux Chrysanthèmes," painted in 1865 by Mme Hertel.
  • The top middle photograph shows a pencil sketch of a woman wearing a hat.
  • The top right image is a black-and-white photograph of a statue or bust attributed to Antoine de Silly, Comte de la Roche, described as linked to a portrait by Jean Clouet, an artist at the court of Francis I.
  • The middle left image shows the main entrance hall of the museum, showcasing a collection of Romanesque capitals from Montier-Saint-Jean and Saint-Pons.
  • The middle right image shows a sculptural object on a pedestal, with a textured pattern.
  • The bottom left image is a pencil drawing titled "Madame Pierre Chauvain," executed in 1815 by Jean-Baptiste Ingres, exhibited in Paris in 1921.
  • The bottom right image is a photographic depiction of a capital from Montier-Saint-Jean representing the sacrifices of Cain and Abel.

The printed text and captions provide historical and artistic context for each exhibit or artwork shown in the images. The page is from an old archival book, showing visible yellowing and some wear typical of aged paper.