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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809214

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The image displays an open book lying on a flat surface. The visible pages are slightly yellowed, suggesting the book is old. The text on the pages is printed in a serif font and discusses topics related to art history, specifically focusing on the "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" and "Japanese Sculpture of the Suiko Period." Reviews by Hamilton Bell and Silas Bent are mentioned, along with references to the Cleveland Museum of Art and the Yale University Press. The pages are stapled together, and there are some torn sections and stains, indicating the book has been well-used or aged. The spine of the book shows some wear and tear, and there are small pieces of tape or paper attached to the edges of the pages, possibly to hold them together or mark important sections. The overall appearance of the book suggests it has historical or academic significance.

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This image shows an open book with a page from The New York Times Book Review placed on top of it. The page from the book review is about "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period," which is described as the first exhaustive work ever written by a foreigner on any important era of the art history of East Asia. The review is written by Hamilton Bell.

The book appears to be a collection of various papers or clippings, as there are multiple pages and pieces of paper overlapping each other. The pages are yellowed and aged, indicating that the book is quite old. The background is a plain, light-colored surface, possibly a table or desk.

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This image displays an open, vintage paperback book lying on a plain, light-blue surface. The book appears to be well-used and possibly aged, as evidenced by the yellowed, brittle pages, some frayed edges, and visible creases.

The left-hand page is numbered “8” at the top and is titled “Eastern Art of the Suiko Period”. Below the title, a subtitle reads: “First Exhaustive Work Ever Written by a Foreigner on Any Important Era of the Art History of East Asia.” The text is identified as a review by HAMILTON BELL. The review discusses the book “Japanese Sculpture of the Suiko Period” by Langdon Warner. It details the author’s research, travels to Japan, Korea, and China, and observations on early Buddhist art, particularly focusing on the Suiko period in Japan (circa 200-580 AD, as referenced) and its connections with Korean and Chinese art.

The right-hand page appears to be from a different article or review section within the same publication. A large, bold headline reads “Great Teas, Treaties and Trills”, with a subheading “From...”. Below this, a review is credited to SILAS BENT. The text critiques a book on Chinese and Korean art, mentioning “the art which Japan received...”, “the cave temples in China”, and “Korean tomb paintings”. It concludes by mentioning a “characteristic lumpsided density”, which may refer to the art of Northern Wei and Sui dynasties.

The top of both pages features the masthead “THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW”, indicating that these are reviews published in that section of the newspaper.

A small, handwritten number, “29”, is visible in pencil on the top right corner of the left page. The book’s spine and cover are partially visible on the left, showing a dark reddish-brown binding material.

In summary, the image showcases two pages from The New York Times Book Review, featuring scholarly critiques of works on early East Asian art history from the early 20th century, presented on aged and fragile paper.

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The image shows a book opened to a page with a newspaper clipping pasted on it. The book appears to be an old, well-worn volume with yellowed pages. The newspaper clipping is pasted over a portion of the page, obscuring some of the text. The clipping contains an article about Eastern art and the Sui Dynasty, with the headline "Eastern Art of the Sui Period" visible. The clipping is attached to the page with a small strip of tape. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to art and culture.

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The image shows a book that is opened on a page with a torn piece of paper on the right side. The book is titled "The New York Times Book" and has a page number of 129. The book is open to a page with an article titled "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period." The article is about the first exhaustive work ever written by a foreigner on any important era of the art history of East Asia. The article is written by Hamilton Bell.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page is titled "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" and is described as "The First Exhaustive Work Ever Written by a Foreigner on Any Important Era of the Art History of East Asia." This page appears to be a review or introduction to a book or article, authored by Hamilton Bell, and published in The New York Times Book Review. The text discusses the significance of the work, highlighting its comprehensive nature and the author's expertise in East Asian art, particularly the Suiko period (572–645 CE) in Japan. The review emphasizes the book's importance for scholars and enthusiasts of East Asian art history.

The right page is titled "Great Teas, Treaties and Trifles" and is reviewed by Silas Bent. This page appears to be a review of a different book or article, focusing on topics related to tea, international treaties, and miscellaneous observations. The text is dense and formatted in a traditional newspaper or magazine style, with columns of text and some typographical elements such as headings and subheadings.

Both pages exhibit the characteristics of early 20th-century print media, with typewritten text, marginalia (handwritten notes or markings), and a slightly aged appearance, suggesting the book may be an antique or historical document. The left page includes a handwritten note or marking in the top margin ("129") and a red stamp or marking near the top center. The right page also has some handwritten annotations or markings, indicating it may have been used or studied by a previous reader. The overall condition of the pages suggests they are part of a well-preserved collection or archive.

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The image presents a vintage copy of The New York Times Book Review, featuring an article titled "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" by Hamilton Bell. The article is accompanied by a review of Silas Bené's book, "Teas, Treaties and Tribulations."

  • Article Title and Author
    • The article is titled "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" and was written by Hamilton Bell.
    • The article discusses the art history of East Asia during the Suiko period.
  • Book Review
    • The review is of Silas Bené's book, "Teas, Treaties and Tribulations."
    • The review provides an overview of the book's content and themes.
  • Newspaper Condition
    • The newspaper appears to be old and worn, with yellowed pages and torn edges.
    • The newspaper is likely from the early 20th century, based on the style of the article and the condition of the paper.
  • Background
    • The background of the image is a plain gray color.
    • The image appears to be a scanned or photographed copy of the newspaper, with no additional context or information provided.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the art history of East Asia during the Suiko period, as well as a review of a book about teas, treaties, and tribulations. The condition of the newspaper suggests that it is an old and valuable resource for researchers and historians.

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The image shows a book with pages that have been torn out and replaced with newspaper clippings. The book is open to a page with a clipping from The New York Times Book Review, titled "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" and subtitled "First Exhaustive Work Ever Written by a Foreigner on Any Important Era of the Art History of East Asia." The article is written by Hamilton Bell and discusses the work of a Western scholar who has written a book on the art of the Suiko period in Japan.

The clipping is yellowed and worn, suggesting that it is old. It is placed on top of other pages in the book, which are also yellowed and worn. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the book and the clipping.

Overall, the image suggests that the book is an old and valuable resource for learning about Japanese art and culture. The clipping from The New York Times Book Review adds credibility to the book and highlights its importance as a scholarly work.

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The image shows a worn, open book with yellowed pages. The book is bound in a dark brown cover that is visible at the top and bottom of the image.

The left page is partially visible, showing a continuation of text from the previous page. The right page is the main focus, featuring a newspaper clipping with the title "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" in large font at the top. The clipping appears to be a review by Hamilton Bell, discussing a book about Japanese art history.

The clipping is pasted onto the page, with some parts of it torn or creased. There are handwritten notes and numbers on the clipping, including "3" and "129", which may indicate the page number or a reference code. The surrounding page is also yellowed and shows signs of aging, with some tears and creases visible.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that the book is being displayed on a table or other flat surface. Overall, the image presents a nostalgic and academic atmosphere, evoking a sense of historical significance and cultural importance.

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The image presents a worn, open book with yellowed pages, featuring a newspaper clipping inserted between them. The book's pages are torn and dog-eared, while the clipping is secured with tape.

  • Book Pages:
    • The left page displays black text on a yellowed background.
    • The right page is mostly covered by a newspaper clipping.
    • The pages appear to be torn and dog-eared.
  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • The clipping is titled "Eastern Art of the Suiko Period" and features a subtitle that reads, "First Exhaustive Work Ever Written by a Foreigner on Any Era of the Art History of East Asia."
    • The article is written by Hamilton Bell.
    • The clipping is secured with tape and has handwritten notes in the margins.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a light gray color.

The image suggests that the book and newspaper clipping are old and have been handled extensively. The presence of handwritten notes and tape holding the clipping in place adds to the impression of age and wear.