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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808988

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles that appear to be related to art exhibitions and lectures at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, in October 1922. The clippings and articles are from sources such as "The Crimson," "The Fine Arts," and "The Herald." The content discusses an exhibition of old prints at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring acquisitions from the previous year that cover the history of engraving. It also mentions a special loan exhibition of 72 Japanese color prints from the collection of Arthur Davison Fiske, who was the new curator of Japanese prints at the museum. The articles provide details about the featured artists, such as Fra Angelico and Japonisme masters, and include dates and times for related events, such as a lecture by Mr. Fiske on Japanese prints. The newspaper clippings are pasted into a notebook, which shows signs of aging and wear.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are dated from October 1922 and are related to exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum. The content covers:

  1. An exhibition of old prints at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring important acquisitions from various historical periods, including works by artists such as Ingres, Fragonard, Manet, Daumier, and Delacroix.
  2. A Fra Angelico painting on exhibition at the Fogg Museum, which is a panel from the San Marco Altarpiece.
  3. An exhibit of Japanese prints at the Fogg Museum, which includes works from the collection of Mr. A. D. Ficke.

The clippings are from different newspapers, including "The Crimson," "The Gazette," "The Fine Arts," and "The Herald." There is also a handwritten note at the bottom left corner mentioning a "Cambodian Head of Buddha" and a photograph of the sculpture. The scrapbook appears to be old, with some wear and tear visible on the edges of the pages.

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This image shows a spread from an old scrapbook or album, displaying a collection of yellowed newspaper clippings from 1922. The clippings, which appear to have been meticulously glued or taped onto stiff, aged pages, are all related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums).

The articles, written in a dense, early 20th-century newsprint style, announce and review several exhibitions held in October 1922.

Here is a breakdown of the visible clippings:

  • Left Page:

    • A large article at the top, dated April 30, 1922, announces an “EXHIBITION OF OLD PRINTS” at the Fogg Museum, mentioning important acquisitions from the 15th to 18th centuries.
    • Below it is a smaller, handwritten note “Foggtte” followed by another article dated Oct. 7, 1922, titled “FOGG ART MUSEUM.” This article details the ongoing print exhibition and notes the addition of “a copy from a Fifteenth century edition” to the display, which will remain until mid-October.
    • At the bottom left, there is a headline “FRA ANGELICO ON EXHIBITION AT FOGG MUSEUM THIS WEEK,” dated Oct. 15, 1922, announcing a panel loaned from the Bourgeois Galleries, New York.
  • Right Page:

    • The top article, dated Oct. 16, 1922, is titled “The Fine Arts” and provides “FOGG MUSEUM EXHIBIT” news. It covers a “FRA ANGELICO PAINTING” on loan from the Bourgeois Galleries, describing the panel of “San Marco Altarpiece” and noting it was lent by Mr. Stephen Bourgès. This article also mentions “Town Exhibitions of Japanese Prints at Fogg Art Museum — Mr. Fiske’s Lecture,” discussing the “Work of Moronobu.”
    • Below this, an article dated Oct. 18, 1922, is titled “EXHIBIT OF JAPANESE PRINTS OPENS MONDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM.” It details a collection loaned by Mr. A. D. Ficke (spelled as “Ficke ‘04” and “Fiske” in different articles) and mentions that Mr. Ficke will lecture on the subject. The article also notes the display includes prints from the 17th and 18th centuries, highlighting the “Work of Moronobu,” the first great master of Japanese prints.
    • At the bottom right, an article dated Oct. 15, 1922, titled “JAP PRINTS AT HARVARD,” further elaborates on the exhibition, noting the 75 Japanese color prints loaned by Mr. Ficke and the upcoming lecture.

Overall Description:
The image captures a curator's or enthusiast's historical record of the Fogg Art Museum’s activities in 1922, focused on printmaking and early paintings. The scrapbook page reveals a rich program of exhibitions featuring Old Master prints, a Fra Angelico altarpiece, and a significant collection of Japanese prints, all accompanied by scholarly lectures. The handwritten date markings and the careful arrangement of the clippings suggest a personal and academic interest in documenting these cultural events. The aged paper and the slightly faded print quality add to the historical authenticity of the document.

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The image shows an open book with two pages. The book is opened to page 68, with the left page containing a black-and-white photograph of a Buddha statue. The right page contains a newspaper clipping with several articles. The newspaper clipping is in black and white, with some of the text in bold. The articles are about various exhibitions and art events, including an exhibition of old prints at the Fogg Art Museum, an exhibition of Japanese prints at the Fogg Museum, and an exhibition of Chinese prints at the Fogg Museum. The articles also mention the works of various artists and the history of printmaking.

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The image shows an open book with several pages featuring articles and advertisements from the early 20th century. The book appears to be a newspaper or magazine. The articles are about exhibitions of prints, paintings, and Japanese prints at various art museums. Some of the articles have headings like "Exhibition of Old Prints at Fogg Art Museum" and "Exhibition of Japanese Prints at Fogg Art Museum." The advertisements include details about the exhibitions, dates, and curators. The pages have a vintage look with yellowed paper and old-style fonts.

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The image depicts the open pages of a historical document or catalog, likely from an art museum or gallery. The pages are filled with text and appear to be from an exhibition announcement or program. Here is a detailed description:

Visual Elements:

  1. Layout and Structure:

    • The document is formatted as a printed booklet or catalog, with text arranged in columns.
    • The left page is titled "Exhibition of Old Prints" and is dated "Oct. 7, '22" at the top.
    • The right page is titled "The Fine Arts" and is dated "Oct. 15, '22".
    • Both pages include headings, subheadings, and detailed descriptions of exhibitions, events, and related information.
  2. Content:

    • Left Page:

      • Title: "Exhibition of Old Prints"
      • Subtitle: "Opens at Fogg Art Museum"
      • Date: "Oct. 7, '22"
      • Description: The text announces an exhibition of old prints, highlighting notable collections such as the Apocalypse block book, woodcuts from the XVth and XVIth centuries, and engravings by artists like Marcoantonio Raimondi, Mantegna, Dürer, and others. It mentions the historical significance of the prints and their relevance to the history of engraving.
      • Exhibition Details: The exhibition is open from Monday to Friday, with specific hours provided. It will remain open until the middle of October.
    • Right Page:

      • Title: "The Fine Arts"
      • Date: "Oct. 15, '22"
      • Content: This page includes multiple announcements:
        • Exhibition of Japanese Prints: A mention of an exhibition of Japanese prints at the Fogg Art Museum, with details about the artist Mr. A. Dickie and a lecture by Mr. Ficke scheduled for October 20.
        • Panel Lent by Mr. Stephen Bourgeois: An announcement of a panel lent by Mr. Stephen Bourgeois from the Bourgeois Galleries, New York-Dublin. The panel features a painting by Fra Angelo, described as a double-sided work depicting the Madonna and Child on one side and the Annunciation on the other. The text highlights the historical and artistic significance of the piece, noting its origins and notable features.
        • Other Events: Additional details about exhibitions, lectures, and public talks are mentioned, including a lecture on Japanese prints by Mr. Ficke.
  3. Typography and Design:

    • The text is printed in a formal, serif font typical of early 20th-century printing.
    • Headings are bold and capitalized for emphasis.
    • The layout is clean and organized, with clear separation between different sections.
  4. Marginalia:

    • Handwritten notes are visible in the margins, likely annotations or markings made by someone reviewing the document. These notes include dates (e.g., "Oct. 7, '22" and "Oct. 15, '22") and possibly references or reminders.
  5. Additional Details:

    • The left margin of the left page includes a vertical column of text that appears to be a continuation of the exhibition details or additional notes.
    • The right margin of the right page contains handwritten annotations, such as "Fogg Art Museum Exhibit" and other markings.

Contextual Clues:

  • The document is from the Fogg Art Museum, as indicated by the repeated references to the museum in the text.
  • The dates (October 7, 1922, and October 15, 1922) suggest this is from the early 20th century.
  • The content focuses on art exhibitions, lectures, and the lending of artworks, indicating its purpose as an official announcement or program for museum visitors.

Overall Impression:

The image shows a well-preserved historical document that serves as an exhibition announcement or catalog from the Fogg Art Museum in 1922. It provides detailed information about upcoming exhibitions, lectures, and loaned artworks, reflecting the museum's programming and educational efforts during that era. The handwritten annotations suggest it was used by someone for reference or planning purposes.

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This is an image of an open book or two-page spread, likely from a scrapbook or a collection of related documents, given the tape and handwritten notes visible. The left and right pages of the book contain typewritten text of several articles related to art exhibitions, with the articles dated from October, 1922. The dates are indicated with handwritten annotations in pencil, such as "Oct. 7. '22" and "Handed in Oct. 15. '22."

Several of the articles inform about events and exhibitions at museums, particularly the Fogg Art Museum, with references to the exhibition of old prints, Japanese prints, and a painting panel. Specific artists and works are mentioned, such as a Fra Angelico exhibition, as well as painting works by European artists like Mantegna and Vecchietta. The content seems focused on fine arts, including mentions of paintings from the Renaissance era and printmaking history.

The physical condition of the paper shows signs of age, with yellowed pages and frayed edges. Furthermore, the left edge of the right page appears to have a series of punched holes, suggesting that these pages were once bound or filed together in some form of a ledger or binder.

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This image depicts a scrapbook page filled with clippings of newspaper articles and announcements. The articles detail exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including topics like Japanese prints, Fra Angelico paintings, old prints, and recent acquisitions. Some clippings are dated from October 1922 and include handwritten annotations marking the dates and locations of the articles. The page is organized with the clippings adhered in an overlapping arrangement. A portion of another image or article is visible on the adjoining page. The scrapbook appears to be historical and related to art exhibitions and cultural history.

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The image shows an open book featuring several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions, specifically focusing on prints and Japanese art at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings include announcements and reviews of exhibitions held in October 1922.

  1. The largest clipping on the left page discusses the exhibition of old prints and engravings of high quality, a selection from the Print Room of the Fogg Art Museum, spanning from the 16th to the early 20th century. It emphasizes the significance and interest of the recently acquired prints.

  2. On the right page, multiple smaller clippings are glued in an organized fashion, detailing several exhibitions:

    • A note on the exhibition of Fifteenth and Sixteenth-century prints alongside Japanese prints.
    • A long clipping about a panel painting exhibition by Fra Angelico, with notes on the significance and the panels displayed.
    • Several clippings about an exhibition of Japanese prints, including a show opened in October 1922 with a loan collection by Mr. A. D. Ficke. These clippings highlight the quality, historical importance, and the efforts of Mr. Ficke, the author and curator of the prints, in bringing Japanese art to the Fogg Museum. Information about lectures and the contribution of notable Japanese artists such as Moronobu, Kiyomasu, Masanobu, and Harunobu is included.

The general theme centers around showcasing high-quality historic prints and Japanese art, emphasizing cultural and artistic exchanges, as well as scholarly efforts to bring these works to the public at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or exhibition catalog. It’s a single book page with several small newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings have bold headlines and dense column text about art exhibitions at the Fog Art Museum, including topics like “Exhibition of Old Prints,” “Fra Angelico on Exhibition,” and “Exhibit of Japanese Prints.” The page is yellowed and worn along the edges, with a visible binding on the right side and a faint handwritten number near the top. The overall look is archival and historical, with multiple article clips arranged in a grid-like pattern.