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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

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The image is a page from a vintage publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, featuring several articles related to art exhibitions. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Exhibition of Old Prints at Fogg Art Museum:

    • The article describes an exhibition of old prints at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting important acquisitions during the past year.
    • The exhibition includes prints from the XVth to the XVIIth centuries, featuring works by renowned artists such as Mantegna, Marcantonio, and Dürer.
    • Notable pieces include a XVth Century Florentine engraving, a XVth Century German woodcut, and a XVIth Century woodcut by Dürer.
    • The exhibition will remain open until the middle of October.
  2. The Fine Arts:

    • This section lists various art exhibitions and events, including:
      • An exhibition of paintings by John Singer Sargent at M. Knoedler and Co.
      • Paintings by Arthur B. Davies at the Montross Galleries.
      • An exhibition of etchings by James McNeill Whistler at the Anderson Galleries.
      • A collection of drawings and watercolors by John Marin at the Downtown Gallery.
      • Works by Maurice Prendergast at the Whitney Studio Club.
      • A show of Japanese prints at the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Fra Angelico on Exhibition at Fogg Museum This Week:

    • The article discusses an exhibition of works by Fra Angelico and his school at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibition includes paintings such as "The Annunciation" and "The Coronation of the Virgin."
    • The works are on loan from the Museo di San Marco in Florence and will be on display for a week.
  4. Exhibit of Japanese Prints Opens Monday at Fogg Museum:

    • This article announces the opening of an exhibition of Japanese prints at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The collection, loaned by Mr. A. D. Ficke, includes works by many Japanese masters.
    • The exhibition features color prints from the collection of Mr. A. D. Ficke, including works by Hokusai and Hiroshige.
    • Mr. Ficke will give a talk on Japanese prints at Harvard on October 16.
  5. Jap Prints at Harvard:

    • This article provides additional details about the exhibition of Japanese prints at Harvard.
    • It mentions that the exhibition includes works by famous Japanese artists and will be on display for a limited time.
    • The article also notes that Mr. Ficke will give a lecture on the prints.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the art scene at the time, highlighting various exhibitions and events related to old prints, paintings, and Japanese art.

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The image shows a collection of three newspaper clippings from 1962, all related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University.

  1. Left Clipping (Dated October 7, 1962):

    • Title: Exhibition of Old Prints Opens at Fogg Art Museum
    • Content: This article announces an exhibition of old prints at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes a selection of prints from recent acquisitions, such as a XVth Century block book, xylographic books from the Apocalypse, and early XVIth Century Florentine engravings. The exhibition will also feature works by prominent artists like Master ES, Martin Schongauer, Albrecht Dürer, Lucas Cranach the Elder, Hans Burgkmair, Francesco Rosselli, Marcantonio Raimondi, and Jacques Bellange. The exhibition will be on display until mid-October.
  2. Middle Clipping (Dated October 14, 1962):

    • Title: The Fine Arts
    • Subsection: Fra Angelico on Exhibition at Fogg Museum This Week
    • Content: This article details an exhibition of paintings by Fra Angelico. The panel lent by Stephen Galeries from New York is a depiction of a saint, possibly part of a larger altarpiece. The article provides historical context, noting that Fra Angelico's work was likely influenced by earlier artists and that this particular piece is significant for its representation of Renaissance art.
  3. Right Clippings (Two Dates: October 15 and 22, 1962):

    • Title (October 15): Exhibition of Japanese Prints at Fogg Museum

    • Content: This article announces an exhibition of Japanese prints at the Fogg Art Museum. The collection includes works from the 17th to the 20th century, featuring artists like Harunobu, Shunsho, Sharaku, Hokusai, Hiroshige, and others. The prints are on loan from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and will be on display until November 18.

    • Title (October 22): Jap Prints at Harvard

    • Content: This article continues to describe the Japanese print exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions the historical progression and highlights the works of several prominent Japanese printmakers, such as Harunobu, Utamaro, Sharaku, Hokusai, and Hiroshige. The article emphasizes the breadth and depth of the collection, which spans several centuries and includes various styles and subjects.

Overall, these clippings provide a detailed overview of the exhibitions of old and Japanese prints at the Fogg Art Museum in 1962, highlighting significant works and artists from each collection.

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The image shows pages from a newspaper, specifically from an October 1922 issue, featuring articles about exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University.

  1. Exhibition of Old Prints:

    • Headline: "Exhibition of Old Prints Opens at Fogg Art Museum"
    • The article describes an exhibition of prints from the Fogg Art Museum's collection. These prints are from the 15th to the 17th centuries and include works from the Apocalypse book block, XVth Century woodcuts, and early XVIth Century engravings.
    • Notable pieces include "The Judgement of Paris" and "The Triumph of Death," with the exhibition highlighting the historical and artistic significance of these prints.
  2. Fra Angelico Exhibition:

    • Headline: "Fra Angelico on Exhibition This Week"
    • This article announces a loan exhibition of a painting by Fra Angelico, "San Marco Altarpiece," which was painted in the early 15th century.
    • The painting, now in the National Gallery, Rome, is being shown in conjunction with a panel by Fra Angelico from the Fogg Museum.
    • The article notes the historical importance of Fra Angelico's work and the significance of this exhibition.
  3. Exhibition of Japanese Prints:

    • Headline: "Exhibit of Japanese Prints Opens Monday at Fogg Art Museum"
    • The article details an exhibition of Japanese prints, curated by Mr. A. E. Pillsbury, who is the Curator of Japanese Prints at the Museum.
    • The collection includes works by famous Japanese artists such as Katsushika Hokusai, Utagawa Hiroshige, and other notable printmakers.
    • The exhibition showcases the evolution of Japanese woodblock printing from the 17th century to the 19th century, highlighting the technical advancements and artistic achievements in this medium.

The articles provide information about the dates and locations of the exhibitions, the historical context of the artworks, and the significance of the artists involved. The exhibitions are intended to offer a comprehensive view of the historical and artistic development in printmaking and painting from Europe and Japan.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from the 1920s detailing exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, now part of Harvard University's Art Museums.

  1. Top Left Clipping (Exhibition of Old Prints)

    • Title: "Exhibition of Old Prints Opens at Fogg Art Museum"
    • Date: October 1922
    • Description: The article discusses an exhibition of prints from the Fogg Art Museum's recent acquisitions. It highlights various prints, including a "Judgment of Paris" engraving by Marcantonio Raimondi, a "Saint George" print by Jacopo de' Barbari, and an "Apocalypse" block book by Albrecht Dürer. The exhibition covers a wide range of historical periods and themes, such as engravings and woodcuts from the 15th to the 18th Century. The exhibition will run until the middle of October.
  2. Top Middle Clipping (The Fine Arts)

    • Title: "The Fine Arts"
    • Date: October 1922
    • Description: This article mentions a series of exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum. It includes an exhibition of "Fra Angelico" prints, a lecture by Mr. F. P. Steegmuller on Japanese prints, and an exhibition of Japanese prints by Mr. M. F. Fikes.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Fra Angelico Painting)

    • Title: "Fra Angelico Painting"
    • Date: October 1922
    • Description: This piece discusses the loan of a Fra Angelico panel from the Borgia Galleries in New York. The painting, "The Annunciation," is noted for its historical and artistic significance, particularly its connection to the Benedictine monks and its depiction of the Annunciation.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Exhibition of Japanese Prints)

    • Title: "Exhibition of Japanese Prints Opens Monday at Fogg Art Museum"
    • Date: October 1922
    • Description: This article announces an upcoming exhibition of Japanese prints at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes prints from the 17th to the 19th Century, highlighting the works of artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige. The exhibition will run from October 16 to November 1.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping (Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions)

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum Exhibits"
    • Date: October 1922
    • Description: This article details various exhibitions and lectures at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions a loan exhibition of 71 Japanese color prints from the collection of Mr. M. F. Fikes, who is also giving a lecture on Japanese prints. The exhibition includes prints by artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige.

The articles collectively showcase the Fogg Art Museum's efforts to present a diverse range of historical and cultural art pieces, including European and Japanese art, and highlight the educational and cultural significance of these exhibitions.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or an old magazine containing several articles about exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Top Left Article (Exhibition of Old Prints):

    • Title: "EXHIBITION OF OLD PRINTS OPENS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: Discusses an exhibition featuring a selection from recent acquisitions and the Print Rooms of the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition covers engravings from the XVth to the XVIIIth centuries, with a focus on works by famous artists such as Rembrandt, Dürer, and Tintoretto. It mentions significant prints like the Judgment of Paris and the Immaculate Conception.
  2. Top Right Article (The Fine Arts):

    • Lists several exhibitions and lectures:
      • Exhibition of Japanese Prints at the Fogg Museum, including works by artists like Hiroshige, Hiroshuba, and Shunshō.
      • Lecture by Mr. Fickes on "Chairs of Japanese Prints" at 4:30 PM on Friday.
      • A lecture on "Fra Angelico Painting" by Mr. Bourgeois, also on Friday.
  3. Bottom Left Article (Fra Angelico Painting):

    • Title: "FRA ANGELICO PAINTING AT FOGG MUSEUM THIS WEEK"
    • Content: Highlights a painting by Fra Angelico, focusing on its exhibition in the Print Rooms. The article explains that this painting was part of a larger collection and includes a description of the panel lent by the Bourgeois Gallery.
  4. Bottom Right Article (Exhibit of Japanese Prints):

    • Title: "EXHIBIT OF JAPANESE PRINTS OPENS MONDAY AT FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: Details an exhibit of Japanese prints, including a variety of works from the 16th to 19th centuries, curated by Mr. Fickes. It also mentions lectures and talks given by Mr. Fickes on specific themes related to Japanese prints, scheduled for Friday, October 15.

The articles collectively provide insights into the diverse art exhibitions and educational lectures happening at the Fogg Art Museum during that period.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The left page features a section titled 'EXHIBITION OF OLD PRINTS OPENS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM,' discussing an exhibition of prints from the 15th to the 18th century, including works by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and others. The right page contains two articles: one about an exhibition of Japanese prints from the Harvard Art Museum, and another titled 'FRA ANGELICO ON EXHIBITION AT FOGG MUSEUM THIS WEEK,' detailing a display of a painting by Fra Angelico on loan from the Bourgeois Galleries in New York. The text includes detailed descriptions of the artworks, their origins, and the context of their display at the Fogg Art Museum, now known as the Harvard Art Museums. The pages are filled with detailed prose, providing historical and artistic context for the exhibitions.

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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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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.