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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809075

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This image appears to be a page from a historical newspaper or document, dated April 14, 1923, as indicated in the header. The page contains a mix of text articles and a printed photograph of a Korean painting from the 15th century, which is labeled at the bottom of the page. The text articles seem to discuss academic appointments and appointments of professors, as well as scholarships awarded for the next academic year. The photo of the Korean painting is credited to the Fogg Art Museum and is described as a gift to the museum from Dr. Denman W. Ross '75, Keeper of the Study Series, and an Honorary Fellow of the Museum. The page also has a small note at the top that mentions a lecture on a 12th-century fresco scheduled for April 11, 1923. The overall tone of the page suggests an academic and cultural focus, with a particular emphasis on art and scholarly achievements.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings and a printed image. The clippings appear to be from a college or university newspaper, possibly The Harvard Crimson, as indicated by the word "Crimson" in the text. The date mentioned is Saturday, April 14, 1923.

The clippings include an announcement about a lecture on a 12th-century apsidal fresco from a Catalonian church, which is being installed in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The lecture will be given by Mr. C. H. Hawes, assistant director of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Another clipping discusses the exchange of professors between Harvard and Princeton Universities. It mentions that Professor Morey of Princeton will come to Harvard, and other appointments and reappointments are also listed.

There is also information about five graduate scholarships being awarded to various students, with details about their qualifications and future studies.

On the right side of the page, there is a printed image of a Korean painting from the 15th century. The caption under the image reads: "Korean Painting, XV Century. A gift to the Fogg Art Museum from Dr. Denman W. Ross '75, Keeper of the Study Series, and Honorary Fellow of the Museum."

The scrapbook itself has a red cover and appears to be well-preserved, with some wear and tear visible on the edges of the pages.

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The image shows an open book with several pages. The pages contain text and images. The text includes an announcement from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, a newspaper clipping about a talk by Mr. C. B. Hawes, and an article about a post-graduate scholarship at Princeton University. The images include a drawing of a woman in traditional Korean attire and a photograph of a painting. The book appears to be a collection of clippings and articles, possibly related to art or academia.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings. The clippings are from different newspapers, including "The Crimson" and "The Harvard Crimson," and are dated April 11, 1923, and April 14, 1923. The clippings are pasted onto the page, and some have handwritten notes and annotations. The page also includes a small illustration of a woman in traditional Korean clothing, which is labeled as "Korean Painting, XV Century." The scrapbook page appears to be a collection of news articles and illustrations related to Korean art and culture.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a historical or archival document, showcasing two facing pages. The left page is titled "Will Describe 19th Century Fresco" and appears to be a news clipping or announcement from April 11, 1923, detailing an upcoming lecture by Mr. C. H. Haven, Assistant Director of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The text mentions a lecture on a fresco installed in the Lecture Room of the Art Museum, describing it as "Twelfth Century Apidal Fresco from a Catalan Church." The announcement also notes that the lecture will be given by Mr. Haven, who is an associate director of the museum, and that the fresco will be open to the public.

The right page features a similar layout, with a headline that reads "POST TO BE EXCHANGE PROFESSOR AT PRINCETON." This page, dated Saturday, April 14, 1923, discusses the appointment of Professor Will Cumon as a visiting professor at Princeton University, replacing Professor Charles R. Post for the second half of the academic year. The text also mentions graduate scholarships awarded by the Harvard-Princeton Art Club Corporation, detailing the recipients and their qualifications. Additionally, the right page includes a smaller illustration or reproduction of a "Korean Painting, XV Century," attributed to Dr. Denman Ross, Keeper of Museums at the Fogg Art Museum and Honorary Fellow of the Museum.

The book itself has aged pages with visible wear, including discoloration and slight creasing. The pages are bound in a maroon or dark red cover, suggesting it may be part of an archive or collection of historical documents. The layout, typography, and content indicate that this is a preserved set of newspaper clippings or official announcements from the early 20th century, offering insights into academic exchanges, museum activities, and cultural events of the time.

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The image shows a page from an old book or scrapbook, with a newspaper clipping featuring a black-and-white illustration of a painting. The clipping is from the Saturday, April 14, 1922 edition of the Boston Globe.

  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • The clipping is from the Boston Globe.
    • It features a black-and-white illustration of a painting.
    • The painting is titled "Corean Painting, XV Century" and is described as a gift to the Fogg Art Museum from Dr. Duncan W. Eustis, a Fellow of the Museum.
  • Book or Scrapbook:
    • The page is from an old book or scrapbook.
    • The book or scrapbook appears to be well-worn and has been used for many years.
    • The page is filled with newspaper clippings, notes, and other ephemera.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a plain gray color.
    • There are no other objects or features in the background that distract from the main subject of the image.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past and offers insight into the interests and hobbies of the person who created the scrapbook. The inclusion of a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe adds a sense of place and time to the image, while the well-worn condition of the book or scrapbook suggests that it has been cherished and used for many years.

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The image presents a collection of old newspaper clippings, carefully arranged and preserved within a book or album. The clippings are predominantly yellowed and worn, with some featuring handwritten notes in the margins.

Key Features:

  • Newspaper Clippings: The clippings appear to be from various newspapers, with different fonts, layouts, and content.
  • Handwritten Notes: Some clippings have handwritten notes in the margins, which may provide additional context or information about the articles.
  • Book or Album: The clippings are arranged within a book or album, which is likely a collection of historical or archival materials.
  • Yellowed and Worn: The clippings are yellowed and worn, indicating that they are old and may have been preserved for a long time.

Overall Impression:

The image suggests that the clippings are part of a larger collection of historical or archival materials, possibly related to a specific topic or event. The handwritten notes and worn condition of the clippings add to their historical significance and value.

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The image presents a worn, aged book with yellowed pages, featuring a mix of text and an illustration. The book is open to a page with a newspaper clipping on the left side and a larger clipping on the right side, which includes a black-and-white illustration of a person in traditional Korean attire.

Key Features:

  • Book Condition: The book appears to be old and worn, with yellowed pages and visible signs of aging.
  • Newspaper Clippings: The left page contains a newspaper clipping with the headline "POST TO BE EXCHANGE PROFESSOR AT PRINCETON," while the right page features a larger clipping with an illustration of a person in traditional Korean clothing.
  • Illustration: The illustration depicts a person standing in a formal pose, dressed in traditional Korean attire, including a long robe and hat.
  • Caption: Below the illustration, a caption reads "KOREAN PAINTING, XV CENTURY," indicating that the image is a reproduction of a historical Korean painting.
  • Background: The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a scan of the book.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of age and historical significance, with the worn book and yellowed pages evoking a feeling of nostalgia and reverence. The inclusion of the newspaper clippings and the illustration adds to the sense of history and cultural importance, suggesting that the book may be a valuable resource for researchers or historians.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from the Harvard Crimson, featuring an article about a Korean painting from the 15th century. The clipping is yellowed and worn, with handwritten notes in the margins.

  • Newspaper Clipping
    • The clipping is from the Harvard Crimson, dated Saturday, April 14, 1923.
    • It features an article about a Korean painting from the 15th century, titled "Korean Painting, XV Century."
    • The article includes a black-and-white image of the painting, which depicts a figure in traditional Korean attire.
    • The painting is described as a gift to the Fogg Art Museum from Dr. Denman W. Ross '75, Keeper of the Study Series, and Honorary Fellow of the Museum.
  • Handwritten Notes
    • There are several handwritten notes in the margins of the clipping, including:
      • "Crimson" (written vertically along the left edge)
      • "April 14, '23" (written in the top-left corner)
      • "Transferred April '23" (written in the top-right corner)
      • A series of numbers and letters, possibly a cataloging system (written along the right edge)
  • Background
    • The clipping appears to be part of a larger collection or scrapbook, as it is surrounded by other newspaper clippings and papers.
    • The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that the clipping is being displayed on a neutral surface.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a vintage newspaper clipping about a significant cultural artifact. The handwritten notes add a personal touch, suggesting that the clipping was carefully curated and preserved by someone interested in art and history.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, specifically the "Princeton Alumni Weekly" dated April 15, 1932. The page contains several articles and an image of a Korean painting from the 15th century. Here are the details of the contents:

  1. Headline and Article: "Art Lecture by Dr. Dwight W. Morrow, '95, Class of 1895"

    • Dr. C. H. Dwight, a former president of the American Association of Fine Arts, will give an illustrated lecture on the afternoon of April 16 at the Fogg Art Museum on "Twelfth Century April Sculpture."
  2. Headline and Article: "Post to be Exchange Professor at Princeton"

    • Professor Charles H. Money of the University of London has been appointed as an exchange professor at Princeton University for the first half of the next year.
    • Professor Charles Palache has been granted leave of absence to take a similar position at the University of London.
    • Professor Ellis Wolf has been appointed as an assistant professor.
    • Professor Donald H. Andrews has been promoted to assistant professor.
    • Graduate scholarships have been awarded to James A. Bonsall, John J. Osworthorne, and John A. Buckler.
  3. Image and Caption: "Korean Painting, XV Century"

    • The image shows a 15th-century Korean painting, which is a gift to the Fogg Art Museum from Dr. Dwight W. Morrow, '95. The painting is described as a "Fifteenth Century Korean Painting."
  4. Additional Text:

    • There are more articles and text on the right side of the page, but they are partially obscured and not fully legible in the image.

The page is part of a bound volume, as indicated by the binding on the left side of the image. The newspaper appears to be well-preserved, with clear text and images.