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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809095

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The image appears to be a page from a catalog or promotional material for art prints. The left side of the page features a black-and-white image of Durham Cathedral in England, with the caption indicating it is a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant, showing the west front view. The size of the print is 10 ¾ x 8 ½ inches, with the size of the mount being 19 x 15 inches. The prices for the print are listed as follows:

  • Unmounted: $1.50
  • With de luxe mat: $2.25
  • With hand-lined mat: $3.00

The address for Foster Brothers, the distributor, is given as 4 Park Square, Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional address at 78 Summer St., Arlington, Massachusetts.

On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "IN PREPARATION." It mentions that in addition to the two sketches shown in the circular, there are more sketches being prepared for publication during the year. The text encourages readers to register to receive announcements when the prints are ready for distribution.

Specifically, it highlights an upcoming print of Arlington Street Church, described as a superb drawing by Mr. Conant, which has been successfully reproduced and will be ready sometime early in April 1923.

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The image is a promotional circular from Foster Brothers, detailing two pencil drawings by Mr. Kenneth Conant, which have been reproduced as prints. Here's a detailed summary:

Left Side of the Image:

  • Artwork Displayed: A print of Durham Cathedral, England (West front view).
  • Details:
    • This print is based on a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant.
    • The print size is 10.5 inches by 8.5 inches.
    • The mount size is 19 inches by 15 inches.
    • The price of the print is $1.50 unmounted.
    • The price with de luxe mat is $3.00.
    • The company address is listed as Foster Brothers, 4 Park Square, Boston, Mass, with an additional address at 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass.

Right Side of the Image:

  • Announcement:

    • Title: In Preparation
    • Foster Brothers mention that in addition to the two prints shown in the circular, they have several other sketches by Mr. Kenneth Conant that are being prepared for publication within the year.
    • They invite readers to register if they would like to receive announcements when these prints are ready for distribution.
  • Upcoming Artwork:

    • Title: Arlington Street Church
    • This is another drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant.
    • It has been successfully reproduced and will be available in early April 1923.

The circular aims to generate interest and notify potential customers about the availability of these prints.

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The image shows a vintage advertisement or catalog page from Foster Brothers, located at 4 Park Square, Boston, Mass., and also 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass. The page includes two main sections:

  1. Left Section:

    • The left side features a black-and-white illustration of Durham Cathedral in England, specifically labeled as the "West front view."
    • Below the illustration, it mentions that the image is "From a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant."
    • The dimensions of the print are provided: "Size of print 10 3/8 x 8 3/8 inches, size of mount 19 x 15 inches."
    • Prices are listed for different versions of the print: "$1.50" for the unmounted print, "$2.25" with a de luxe mat, and "$3.00" with a hand-lined mat.
  2. Right Section:

    • The right side includes text under the heading "IN PREPARATION."

    • It states that in addition to the prints shown in the circular, several sketches by the artist are in preparation for publication that year and invites readers to register to receive announcements when the prints are ready for distribution.

    • Below that, there is a section titled "ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH."

    • It describes a superb drawing by Mr. Conant that has been successfully reproduced and will be ready sometime in April 1923.

The page appears to be part of a promotional circular or catalog for art prints, showcasing the work of Mr. Kenneth Conant and inviting interested parties to register for future publications.

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The image shows a page from an old circular or catalog, likely related to art prints of architectural drawings. It is divided into two sections:

  1. The left side features a black-and-white illustration of Durham Cathedral in England, specifically the West front view. The caption below the illustration reads:

    • "Durham Cathedral, England (West front view)"
    • "From a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant"
    • "Size of print: 10 3/4 x 8 3/4 inches, size of mount: 19 x 15 inches"
    • Prices are listed as follows:
      • Print unmounted: $1.50
      • With de luxe mat: $2.00
      • With hand lined mat: $2.50

    At the bottom, the name "Foster Brothers" is provided, along with their address:

    • "4 Park Square, Boston, Mass. (also 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass.)"
  2. The right side of the page is titled "IN PREPARATION" and contains two sections of text:

    • The first section mentions that there are additional sketches by the same artist (Mr. Conant) in preparation for publication during that year and invites individuals to register for announcements when these prints are ready for distribution.
    • The second section describes a drawing of "Arlington Street Church" by Mr. Conant, noting that it has been successfully reproduced and will be available sometime early in April 1923.

The page appears to be from an early 20th-century catalog, likely from the 1920s, given the date mentioned.

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The image shows a vintage catalog page from the early 20th century, specifically from the 1920s. The page features two main sections.

  1. Left Side:

    • The left section contains an illustration of Durham Cathedral in England from the west front view.
    • The caption beneath the image reads: "DURHAM CATHEDRAL, ENGLAND (West front view) From a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant."
    • Below this, there is information about the print sizes and prices:
      • Size of print: 10 3/8 x 8 3/8 inches
      • Size of mount: 19 x 15 inches
      • Price: $1.50 unmounted, $1.75 with de luxe mat, $2.00 with hand lined mat
    • The catalog is published by Foster Brothers, located at 4 Park Square, Boston, Massachusetts, and also 78 Summer Street, Arlington, Massachusetts.
  2. Right Side:

    • The right section contains a boxed text section titled "IN PREPARATION."

    • It mentions that in addition to the two prints shown in the circular, there are several other sketches by Mr. Conant that are in preparation for publication during that year.

    • The section encourages potential buyers to register their interest to receive announcements when the prints are ready for distribution.

    • Another boxed text states:

      • "ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH: This is a superb drawing by Mr. Conant and has been very successfully reproduced. It will be ready sometime early in April, 1923."

The image captures an early promotional effort for art prints featuring architectural sketches, with a focus on historical and significant buildings.

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The image shows an open brochure with two pages of text and an illustration. On the left page, there is a black and white illustration of Durham Cathedral in England, specifically the west front view, based on a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant. The print size is noted as 10 3/8 x 8 3/8 inches, and the mount size is 19 x 15 inches. The prices are listed as $1.50 for the print unmounted, $2.00 with a luxure mat, and $2.50 with a hand-lined mat. This page also includes the contact information for Foster Brothers at 4 Park Square, Boston, Mass., and an additional address at 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass.

The right page is titled "IN PREPARATION" and mentions that additional sketches by the same artist are in preparation for publication. It invites readers to register to receive an announcement when the prints are ready for distribution. Below this, there is a section titled "ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH," describing another drawing by Mr. Conant that has been successfully reproduced. This print is expected to be ready sometime early in April 1923.

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The image shows an open booklet with two pages visible.

  • On the left page, there is a black-and-white pencil drawing of Durham Cathedral in England, showing the west front view surrounded by trees. Below the drawing, there is descriptive text that reads:
    "DURHAM CATHEDRAL, ENGLAND (West front view)
    From a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant
    Size of print 10 3/4 x 8 1/2 inches, size of mount 19 x 15 inches
    Prices, print unmounted $1.50
    with deluxe mat 2.25
    with hand lined mat 3.00
    FOSTER BROTHERS
    4 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    (also 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass.)"

  • On the right page, there is text titled "IN PREPARATION." The text explains that in addition to two shown in the circular, more sketches are being prepared for publication this year and invites readers to register for announcements when the prints are ready. Below that, there is a section titled "ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH" which praises the drawing by Mr. Conant, mentioning it has been successfully reproduced and will be ready in early April 1923.

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The image shows a page from what appears to be an old brochure or catalog. On the left side, there is a picture of Durham Cathedral, England, with the caption detailing that it is the west front view and is from a pencil drawing by Mr. Kenneth Conant. There are different pricing options for the print, unmounted, with a de luxe mat, and with a hand lined mat, listed alongside the sizes of the prints and the mount. Below the image and details is the name of the business "FOSTER BROTHERS" and an address which is in Boston, Massachusetts.

On the right side of the image, there is a section titled "IN PREPARATION" that talks about additional sketches that are in preparation for publication and invites the reader to register to receive announcements for when the prints are available for distribution. Below this paragraph, there is a heading for "ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH" which talks about another drawing by Mr. Conant that is being reproduced and will be ready sometime in early April, 1923.

The overall feel of the image suggests a historical document related to the sale and distribution of art prints, possibly from the early 20th century, given the reference to the year 1923.

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The image shows an open brochure featuring a pencil drawing of Durham Cathedral in England. The sketch is credited to Mr. Kenneth Conant and depicts the West front view of the cathedral surrounded by trees. The brochure provides details on the size of the prints available for purchase and their prices, with options for prints unmounted, with a luxe mat, or with a hand-lined mat.

On the right side of the brochure, there is an announcement titled "IN PREPARATION" stating that additional sketches are being prepared for publication and offering to notify interested individuals when the prints are ready for distribution. It specifically mentions another drawing of Arlington Street Church by Mr. Conant, which will be ready sometime in April 1923.

The brochure is produced by Foster Brothers, with locations listed at 4 Park Square, Boston, Mass., and also at 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass.

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The image shows an open book or catalog page featuring two distinct sections:

Left Page:

  • Title: "DURHAM CATHEDRAL, ENGLAND (West front view)"
  • Description: The page includes a black-and-white illustration of Durham Cathedral, showcasing its Gothic architectural features, including tall spires, pointed arches, and intricate stonework.
  • Artist Credit: The illustration is attributed to "Mr. Kenneth Conant."
  • Print Details:
    • Size of print: 10½ x 8¾ inches.
    • Size of mount: 19 x 15 inches.
    • Prices:
      • Unmounted: $1.50
      • With de luxe mat: $2.25
      • With hand lined mat: $3.00
  • Publisher Information: "FOSTER BROTHERS, 4 Park Square, Boston, Mass. (also 78 Summer St., Arlington, Mass.)"

Right Page:

  • Title: "IN PREPARATION"
  • Content: This section announces that additional sketches by Mr. Conant are in preparation for publication during the year. It invites readers to register to receive announcements when the prints are ready for distribution.
  • Another Artwork Mentioned:
    • Title: "ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH"
    • Description: A "superb drawing by Mr. Conant" that has been successfully reproduced and will be ready for distribution "some time early in April, 1923."

General Observations:

  • The book or catalog appears to be from the early 20th century, likely around 1923, based on the mention of April 1923 in the right page.
  • The focus is on architectural illustrations, specifically highlighting Durham Cathedral and Arlington Street Church.
  • The text suggests a promotional or informational purpose, aimed at art enthusiasts or collectors interested in purchasing or learning about these prints.

The overall design is clean and formal, typical of early 20th-century printed materials. The left page features a detailed illustration, while the right page provides textual information about upcoming publications.