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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809060

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The image is a photograph of a book or a collection of newspaper clippings and documents. The book appears to have a worn and aged look, with some pages torn and others slightly curled. The pages contain text in English, with a variety of fonts and sizes, some bolded for emphasis. The content seems to be related to events and lectures at Harvard University during the early 20th century, specifically in 1923.

The top page includes a notice from the Fogg Art Museum about a recent addition to their collection, a statue of the Virgin and Child, as well as loans from Dr. Denman W. Ross. Various articles and announcements about lectures, such as "The Pre-Raphaelite Movement" by C. R. Ashbee, are also mentioned. There is a note about the importance of the Pre-Raphaelite Movement, a poem about Dante and Petrarch, and a mention of King's Chapel Lectures.

The subsequent pages continue with more articles about the Radcliffe Endowment Lecture Course, including lectures by Professor J. D. M. Ford, Professor Charles H. Haskins, Professor George H. Edgell, Professor Archibald T. Davison, and others. The text discusses the themes and topics of the lectures, as well as their dates and locations.

The pages are interspersed with ads for the Allen-Hurd Company, which appears to be a commission merchant selling fruits and produce. The book has a maroon-colored cover, and the edges of the pages are slightly frayed, indicating age and wear. The overall appearance of the book suggests it is a personal collection of historical documents related to Harvard University's cultural and academic activities in 1923.

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This image shows a page from an old scrapbook or collection of press clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University. The page is dated February 24, 1923, and includes several newspaper articles and announcements.

  1. Top Left Article: This article is from the "Harvard University Gazette" and discusses a recent addition to the sculpture collection at the Fogg Art Museum, a statue of the Virgin and Child from the French School of the sixteenth century. It also mentions interesting loans from Dr. Denman W. Ross and a recent gift from him, a Korean painting.

  2. Top Right Articles: These articles announce a lecture by Mr. C. R. Ashbee of King's College, Cambridge, on "The Pre-Raphaelite Movement" at the Fogg Art Museum on March 7, 1923, at 4:30 P.M. The lecture is open to the public.

  3. Middle Left Article: This article discusses a question raised by Prof. Edward Kennard Rand in the Fogg Museum Notes about whether Virgil or Petrarch stands next to Dante in a painting at the Fogg Art Museum.

  4. Middle Right Article: This article emphasizes the importance of the Pre-Raphaelite movement and quotes Mr. C. R. Ashbee's lecture at the Fogg Art Museum.

  5. Bottom Articles: These articles announce various lectures and events, including "King's Chapel Lectures" on "Salient Points in Present Theology," "The Doctrine of the Atonement," and the "Radcliffe Endowment Lecture Course" on "Leonardo da Vinci and the Beginning of Modern Painting."

  6. Right Side Advertisements: There are advertisements for the Allen-Hurd Company, a commission merchant for fruits and produce, with offices at 1341 Beacon Street, Coolidge Corner, and 4, 4 1/2, and 5 New Faneuil Hall Market, Boston.

The page is held open with a clear plastic holder, and the text is printed in black ink on aged paper. The scrapbook appears to be well-organized, with various clippings and announcements related to art, lectures, and cultural events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.

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This image shows an open, aged scrapbook or journal, likely from the early 20th century, with a maroon cloth binding visible on the left. The right page appears to be the front cover or an early page of the book, featuring a printed advertisement for the “ALLEN-HURD COMPANY FRUITS AND PRODUCE,” located at “4-4 + 4-78 and 8 New Faneuil Hall Market, BOSTON,” and listing “THREE OFFICES” at “141 HANCOCK STREET, COOLIDGE CORNER.”

The main focus is the left-hand page, which is filled with newspaper clippings and handwritten notes mounted with yellowed tape or glue. The clippings are primarily from the “Harvard University Gazette” and are dated in March 1923.

Content on the page includes:

  • Headline Clipping (March 3, 1923): A notice titled “FOGG ART MUSEUM” describes new acquisitions, including a statue of the Virgin and Child (gift of J.V. Dumonte), Chinese bowls and pottery, and a Korean painting.
  • Lecture Announcement (March 7, 1923): A prominent clipping announces a lecture by “Mr. C. R. Ashbee, of King’s College, Cambridge,” titled “The Pre-Raphaelite Movement,” to be held at the Fogg Art Museum’s Lecture Room at 4:30 P.M.
  • Handwritten Notes (March 7 and 8, 1923): The same lecture is referenced in handwritten marginalia: “C.R. Ashbee to Speak,” with a note confirming the time and date, and a brief scribbled annotation “24” near the printed clip.
  • Additional Clipping (March 3, 1923): A smaller, yellowed clipping under the heading “DANTE AND PETER RUBENS?” discusses a talk on Dante by Professor H. A. Wadsworth.
  • Lecture Series Announcements (March 10-12, 1923): Several more clippings detail upcoming events:
    • King’s Chapel Lectures on “Salient Points in Present Theology.”
    • A “Radcliffe Endowment Lecture Course,” including talks on “Leonardo da Vinci and the Beginning of Modern Painting” by Professor Edgell.
    • A detailed schedule of the Radcliffe Endowment series, listing lectures on “Measurement of Intelligence,” “Hispanic America,” “The Mediaeval Student,” and “Folk Song.”
  • Handwritten Note (March 10, 1923): An annotation reads “Stresses Importance of Pre-Raphaelite Movement,” summarizing the Ashbee lecture.

The paper is yellowed with age, the edges are frayed and torn, and the overall appearance suggests a personal, well-used item – likely a student’s or enthusiast’s record of academic and cultural events in Cambridge in 1923. It’s a tangible artifact capturing a specific moment in history through the lens of someone who curated these clippings.

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The image is of an open book, showing two pages filled with text and advertisements. The book appears to be a collection of articles, announcements, and advertisements, possibly from a university or museum publication.

On the left page, there are several paragraphs of text discussing various topics, including art exhibitions, lectures, and museum acquisitions. The text is dense and appears to be from a publication related to art or cultural events.

On the right page, there are more paragraphs of text, along with several advertisements. The advertisements are for various products and services, including "Edgell Toe" and "Allen & Hurd Produce Company." The text in the advertisements is smaller and less detailed than the main text on the left page.

Overall, the image shows a book that contains a mix of informative articles and promotional content, likely aimed at an audience interested in art, culture, or academia.

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The image shows an open book with several pages visible. The pages are old and yellowed, indicating that the book is quite aged. The text on the pages is printed in black ink and appears to be from a newspaper or magazine. The text discusses various topics, including art, lectures, and events happening at Harvard University. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings or magazine articles.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a catalog or program, featuring a collection of text entries and announcements related to lectures, events, and exhibitions. The book appears to be from the early 20th century, judging by the style of the text and the dates mentioned (e.g., March 7, 1923). Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Left Page:

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content:
      • A description of a recent addition to the Fogg Art Museum's collection, which includes a statue of the Virgin and Child by the French sculptor J.V. Demotte (dating from the 12th century).
      • Mentions of interesting loans from Dr. Denman Ross, including Chinese bowls, fragments of Chinese pottery, and a painting by the Korean artist Rose.
      • Details about the placement of these items within the museum's corridors.
    • Date: March 3, 1923.
    • Source: "Harvard University Gazette."
  2. Right Page:

    • Title: "Pre-Raphaelite Movement" by Mr. C.R. Ashbee of King's College, Cambridge.
    • Details:
      • Announcement of a lecture scheduled for Wednesday, March 7, 1923, at 4:30 P.M. in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Description of the lecture topic: "The Pre-Raphaelite Movement," emphasizing its importance as an inspiring influence for other movements.
      • Mentions of Mr. Ashbee's credentials as an authority on the subject.
    • Additional Announcements:
      • King's Chapel Lectures:
        • "Salient Points in King's Theology" by Professor V. S. Soltau, FRS, at King's Chapel, Boston, on Monday, March 12, 1923, at 4:30 P.M.
        • Radcliffe Endowment Lecture Course:
          • Beginning of Modern Painting, illustrated by Leonardo da Vinci and others, taught by Professor Edgell.
          • Single tickets cost $1.50, and tickets for the entire course are $4.80.
          • Lectures will be held at the New Lecture Hall, with the first lecture on Monday, March 12, at 4:30 P.M.
      • Other Lectures:
        • "Doctrine of the Atonement" by Professor Edgell.
        • "Measurement of Intelligence" by Professor H. L. Hart.
        • "Folk Song" by Professor H. A. Davis.
        • "The National Student Movement" by Professor H. A. Davis.

Design and Formatting:

  • The text is typed or printed in a formal, structured format typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • The pages are numbered, with visible page numbers (e.g., "1341" on the left and "1342" on the right).
  • The book has a spine visible on the left edge, indicating it is part of a larger collection or archive.
  • The text is organized into clear sections, with headings and subheadings for easy navigation.

Visual Elements:

  • The book appears to be bound in a sturdy material, likely cloth or leather, with visible wear along the spine and edges, suggesting frequent use or age.
  • The pages are slightly yellowed, indicative of aging paper.
  • There are no illustrations or images visible in the portion shown; the content is purely textual.

Contextual Clues:

  • The Fogg Art Museum is mentioned multiple times, indicating that this book is likely an official publication or catalog related to the museum's activities, exhibitions, and lectures.
  • The inclusion of lectures on art, theology, and modern painting suggests a focus on cultural and intellectual events of the time.

In summary, the image shows a page from a historical catalog or program from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing museum acquisitions and upcoming lectures on art, theology, and modern painting, dated March 1923. The layout is formal and structured, reflecting the publication standards of the early 20th century.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or compilation of various newspaper clippings that are pasted onto the pages of a book. Some of the visible articles come from publications like the "Harvard University Gazette," and others appear to be from different journalistic sources. The articles involve a range of subjects, from art exhibitions to lectures. For example, one of the headlines mentions "The Pre-Raphaelite Movement," indicating an event or lecture about the historic art movement which was scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right side of the scrapbook, there is an advertisement for "Allen - Furst - Co.," suggesting that the clippings are from an era when such adverts were common in printed materials. Due to the aging of the paper and the style of the print, it is apparent that these clippings are quite old. The pages appear yellowed with age and are carefully preserved with ribbons passed through the pages, suggesting the collector placed importance on maintaining these documents. This type of scrapbooking would have been a method to archive important events, lectures, or interests for personal reference or historical record.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with several newspaper clippings and printed announcements pasted on the left and right pages. The left page has multiple clippings related to art, lectures, and events at Harvard University, many dated around 1923. There are mentions of the "Pre-Raphaelite Movement," lectures by C.R. Ashbee from King's College, Cambridge, and other academic events. Some clippings describe artwork acquisitions or exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

The right page has a large printed advertisement for "Allen-Hurd Company," which deals in fruits and produce, with an address listed as 414-12 Main Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The rest of the right page is more sparsely populated, with part of a newspaper or magazine text visible on the far side.

The pages are held open with transparent straps, and the scrapbook itself has a reddish brown cover. The overall impression is that of a carefully compiled collection of editorial clippings focused on art history, lectures, and cultural events from the early 1920s.

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This image shows a scrapbook or album page with clippings from newspaper articles, event announcements, and lecture listings pasted onto it. The page appears to chronicle various cultural and academic happenings, primarily from the early 1920s, including excerpts from the Harvard University Gazette and notes about public lectures, exhibitions, and art. Some of the highlights include:

  • A Harvard University Gazette clipping from March 7, 1923, advertising a lecture by Mr. C. R. Ashbee about "The Pre-Raphaelite Movement" at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • A clipping discussing the importance and historical significance of the Pre-Raphaelite Movement.
  • Event schedules for scholarly lectures on topics like theology, modern painting, and Leonardo da Vinci, part of the Radcliffe and King's Chapel lecture series.
  • Additional cuttings focused on artworks and museum exhibitions, notably pieces housed in the Fogg Art Museum.

The page also shows handwritten notes and visible page edges where the clippings are mounted. The handwriting and typography reflect the vintage design of the materials.

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An open scrapbook page in a display case. The page is aged and yellowed, with a burgundy cover edge on the left. It’s filled with small torn newspaper/clipping fragments pasted onto the page, including items headed “HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE” and notes about lectures on the Pre-Raphaelite Movement, plus other art-related notices. There are several narrow rectangular clippings, some with bold headlines, and a vertical advertisement on the right for Allen-Hurd Company (Fruits and Produce). The page looks like a collage of museum and lecture notices from the early 20th century.