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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

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The image shows an open page from a scrapbook titled "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book Volume III." This volume covers the period from July 1924 to April 1927. The page lists various references and events related to the Fogg Art Museum during this timeframe. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

General References:

  • German American Delegation, April 1926
  • Grosskopf, Charles H.: Museums and Art Exhibits, December 1925
  • Hale, Edward E.: Charles Bulfinch, January 1926
  • Motion Picture Library, March 1927
  • Museum Extension:
    • Plans for new building, September, October, December 1924, January, February, April, May, November 1925, October 1926
    • Reception for new building, March 1926
  • Rockefeller Gift, July 1924
  • Sale of Reproductions, January 1927
  • San Diego, California exhibition, December 1926
  • Swedish Prince's visit, June 1926
  • Young People's Lectures, August, October 1925, June, July, August 1926
  • Young People's Work, December 1924, January 1927

Fogg Museum Notes:

  • April 1926, October 1926

Forbes, E. F.:

  • July, August, December 1924, February, March, April, September, November 1925

Frick Art Reference Library:

  • August 1924

Greaser, Aurora:

  • Portrait Exhibit, April 1925

Hoppin, Joseph C.:

  • "Art and Archaeology," February, June 1926

Kuhn, Oliver U.:

  • Assistant in Fine Arts, January 1925

Lodge, Henry Cabot:

  • January 1925

Marr, Alfred E.:

  • Twentieth Century Painting in France, January 1927

Rives, R. M.:

  • Chinese Painting, November 1926

Robinson, William H.:

  • Art and Archaeology, November 1924

Roos, Laure de:

  • Italian Culture, reception to the Middle Ages, March 1926

Schapiro, Sella:

  • "Ugo Nespoli," January 1927

Gsell, Paul:

  • "Catalonian Romanesque Art," February 1926

Haskell, Francis:

  • "Sources of Romanian Art," January 1926

Chees, J. H.:

  • "History of American Art," March 1926

Chiera, Edward:

  • "Excavations in Babylonian," February 1927

Dikran, Kelekian:

  • "Armenian Art," January 1927

Diehl, Charles:

  • "Byzantine Art," January 1927

Petrosyan, Arshag:

  • "Armenian Churches," 5th - 13th centuries, December 1926

Coolidge, Charles:

  • "Cuban Art," December 1926

Gilman, Bette:

  • "Miniatures," February 1927

Sizer, Theodore:

  • "Persian Art," May 1926

Iones, Oscar:

  • "River and Drumwell," February, March 1926

Lake, Kirsopp:

  • "Manuscript of St. Athos and Patmos," May 1926

Lodge, Henry Cabot:

  • "Japanese Art," April 1926

Uglow, Seaton:

  • "Persian Miniatures," November 1926

Warner, Langdon:

  • "Elli Lectures," September, October 1926

Fergusson, James:

  • "Art in Northern China," March 1926

Johnson, Joseph:

  • "Spanish Art," July 1926

Kuhn, George H.:

  • "Experiences in Egypt," January 1926

Reisner, George A.:

  • "Experiences in Egypt," March 1926

The page also includes a small newspaper clipping at the bottom left corner, which mentions a fundraising effort for the new Fogg Art Museum, aiming to raise half a million dollars.

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The image shows an open scrapbook with the title "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK" on the left page. The index covers the period from July 1924 to April 1927. The entries include various events, acquisitions, exhibitions, and news related to the Fogg Art Museum. Specific mentions include the German American Delegation in April 1926, the opening of a new building in February 1927, and several donations and bequests from various individuals. The index also lists numerous art-related activities, such as lectures, sales of reproductions, and exhibitions at other institutions like the Frick Art Reference Library and Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club. The entries are organized chronologically and provide a detailed record of the museum's activities during this period. The right page features a clipping related to the Fogg Art Museum, with a headline about raising half a million dollars for the museum, and a handwritten note indicating the date as July 6, 1924.

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The image depicts a page from an index of a scrapbook belonging to the Fog Art Museum, specifically Volume III covering the period from July 1924 to April 1927. This scrapbook contains newspaper references and articles related to various art events, exhibitions, and other art-related news.

Here is a detailed summary of the entries in the index:

  1. Fogg Art Museum (general newspaper references to)

    • German-American Delegation, April 1926
    • Gonnoli, copy of his Lorneze the Magnificent, December 1925
    • Mexican-Herris Co., builders, January 1926
    • Motion Picture Library, March 1927
  2. New Building

    • Announcements and articles from February 1925 to October 1926, spanning various months.
  3. Reception for Dr. Reisner, March 1925

  4. Sackler Gift, July 1924

  5. Sale of Ecorchettos, January 1927

  6. Exhibitions and Visits

    • Swedish Prince's visit, June 1926
    • Exhibition pictures, August, October 1925; June, July, August 1926
    • Annual Report, April 1926, March 1927
    • Various exhibition-related stories from April 1925 to September 1926
  7. Frick Art Reference Library, August 1924

  8. Grosvenor, Katherine, portrait drawings, April 1925

  9. Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club, April, May, June 1925

  10. Lectures

    • Byrnes, Alfred M.: Twentieth Century Painting in France, January 1927
    • Slayton, L.: Chinese Painting, November 1926
    • Scott, Sir Walter: Greek vs. Japanese Architecture, November 1924
    • Boas, George de: Italian Culture, March 1925
  11. Brodaecky, Seliz: 'Sacred Mountain', January 1927

  12. Catalan Art, Puig I: Catalanisme Economique Art, February 1926

  13. Japanese Art, January 1925

    • Cheney, S. H.: 'Interrelation of Ancient Monuments', April 1925
    • Various other lectures and articles on Japanese art and architecture
  14. Cortesão, Jaime: 'A Portuguese Cartographer in the Epoch of Discoveries', February 1927

  15. Dahl, Charles: 'Byzantine Art', February 1927

  16. Medieval Art

    • Snell, Count Umberto: Italian Art, December 1926
    • Goldschmidt: 'Unpublished Miniatures', February 1927
  17. Modern Art

    • Various lectures and articles by different speakers from October 1925 to March 1926
  18. Pach, Walter: Cézanne, April 1927

  19. Filon, J. M.: Spanish Art, July 1926

  20. Pijoan, Joseph: 'Medieval Catalan Painting', February, March 1925

The page is yellowed, indicating its age, and it is part of a larger collection that was used to document and reference newspaper clippings related to the Fog Art Museum's activities and broader art-related topics. The stamps on the left side show dates of mailing from Chicago, IL, and Buffalo, NY, in July 1924, and an additional stamp noting the museum's move to a new building.

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The image shows a page from an index titled "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book, Volume III," covering the period from July 1924 to April 1927. The page lists various topics, events, and articles related to the Fogg Art Museum and other art-related activities during this time frame.

Key entries include:

  1. General Information about the Fogg Art Museum:

    • German-American Delegation, April 1925
    • Gossol, copy of his Lorenzo the Magnificent, December 1925
    • Heyman-Herris Co., builders, January 1926
    • Motion Picture Library, March 1927
    • New Building opened, February 1927, October 1924, December 1924, January 1925
    • Plans for new building, February, April, May, November 1926, October 1926
  2. Specific Events and Exhibitions:

    • Reception for Dr. Reiner, March 1925
    • Rockefeller gift, July 1924
    • Sale of Reproductions, January 1927
    • Swedish Princess visit, June 1926
    • X-raying pictures, August 1925, October 1925, June 1926, July 1926
  3. Fogg Museum Annual Reports:

    • April 1926, March 1927
  4. Fogg Museum Notes:

    • Various months from 1925 to 1927
  5. References to Other Libraries:

    • Frick Art Reference Library, August 1924
    • Grosse, Maurice, portrait drawings, April 1925
    • Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club, April, May, June 1925
    • Rogers, J.C., January 1925
    • Schaefer, C., Assistant in Fine Arts, January 1925
  6. Lectures:

    • Various lectures on art and architecture, such as:
      • Barr, Alfred H.: 'Twentieth Century Painting in France', January 1927
      • Bayon, L.: 'Chinese Painting', November 1926
      • Boeser, Edwin: 'Greek vs. Japanese Architecture', November 1924
      • Boies, Laura: 'Italian Culture', reaction to the Middle Ages, March 1926
      • Broudy, Seth: 'Isaac Newton', January 1927
      • Catalafalch, Puig: 'Catalonian Romanesque Art', February 1926
      • Carpenter, Jean: 'Masterpieces of Byzantine Art', January 1926
      • Clapp, G.H.: 'Restoration of Ancient Monuments', April 1925
      • Crowe, Edward: 'Excavations in Babylon', February 1927
      • Curtis, George: 'Chinese Art', March 1927
      • Dibdin, Charles: 'Syrian Art', December 1926
      • Fetvadjian, Arshak: 'Armenian Churches', 6th to 13th centuries, December 1924
      • Grout, Count Umberto: 'Umbrian Art', December 1926
      • Goldsmith, Betty: 'Japonisme', February 1927
      • Grunwald, C. Reginald: 'American Influence on British Art', May 1926
      • Hager, Oskar: 'Durer and Grunewald', February, March 1925
      • Lake, Kirk: 'Monuments of Mt. Athos and Patmos', May 1926
      • Love, E.A.: 'Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts', October 1926
      • Murray, Gilbert: 'Illuminated Manuscripts', November 1926
      • Pach, Walter: 'Degas', April 1927
      • Pellot, Faul: 'Art in Northern China', March 1925
      • Pijoan, Joseph: 'Spanish Art', July 1926
      • Schaefer, A. Kingsley: 'Sculpture in Egypt', March 1925
      • Smith, Ethel M.: 'Sculpture in Egypt', March 1925

The page also includes some additional notes and advertisements at the bottom, including one for the "Express" and a mention of a half-million-dollar fund for the new Fogg Museum of Art. The page has some yellowed edges and appears to be part of an old, well-used book.

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The image shows a page from an index titled "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK VOLUME III," covering the period from July 1924 to April 1927. This index lists various entries related to the Fogg Art Museum and its activities during this timeframe.

Key points include:

  1. General Museum Information:

    • The Fogg Art Museum is referenced generally in several newspaper articles.
    • A German-American Delegation visited the museum in April 1925.
    • A copy of Lorenzo the Magnificent by Gosnold is noted from December 1925.
    • A mention of McKim, Mead & White, builders, in January 1926.
  2. New Building:

    • The new building opened in February 1927.
    • Plans for the new building were documented in October 1924, January and February 1925, and May and November 1926.
  3. Receptions and Events:

    • Reception for Dr. Reissner in March 1925.
    • Rockefeller gift in July 1924.
    • Sale of Reproductions in January 1927.
  4. Exhibitions and Visits:

    • Swedish Prince's visit in June 1926.
    • X-raying pictures from August 1926, October 1925, June, July, and August 1926.
    • California exhibition in December 1926.
  5. Museum Reports and Notes:

    • Annual Reports in April 1926 and March 1927.
    • Various notes from April 1925, October 1926, and others.
  6. Lectures and Speakers:

    • A variety of lectures and talks are listed, such as:
      • Alfred H. Barr on Twentieth Century Painting in France, January 1927.
      • L.L. Bayon on Chinese Painting, November 1926.
      • Edwin Bats on Greek vs. Japanese Architecture, November 1924.
      • Various other talks on topics like Byzantine Art, Ancient Monuments, and more.
  7. Miscellaneous References:

    • Notes from Frick Art Reference Library in August 1924.
    • References to several people and institutions, including Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club, and others.

The page also includes some handwritten notes and markings, including a note about a half-million-dollar gift to the new Fogg Museum of Art in Boston, dated July 1925, and mentions of events in Chicago and Buffalo.

The page is also marked with some dates and locations, indicating a mix of activities and references that span multiple years.

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The image shows a page from an index to a scrapbook titled "Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book." This particular page is labeled "Volume III," covering the timeframe from July 1924 to April 1927. The scrapbook seems to document various events, articles, and references related to the Fogg Art Museum and the broader art world during this period.

Here are some specific entries from the index:

  1. Fogg Art Museum (general newspaper references):

    • German American Delegation, April 1925
    • Gossoli, copy of his Lorenzo the Magnificent, December 1925
    • Heenan-Harris Co., builders, January 1926
    • Motion Picture Library, March 1927
    • New Building opened, February 1927
    • Reception for Dr. Reisman, February 1925, October 1924, January 1925
    • Plans for new building, February 1925, April 1926, November 1925, October 1926
    • Rockefeller 21st, July 1924
    • Site of Expropriations, January 1927
    • Swedish Princess’s visit, June 1926
    • X-raying pictures, August, October 1925, June, July, August 1926
    • Fogg Museum Annual Report, April 1926, March 1927
  2. Frick Art Reference Library:

    • Grasser, Maurice, portrait drawings, August 1924
  3. Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club:

    • May 1925, June 1925
  4. Lectures:

    • Barr, Alfred H.: Twentieth Century Painting in France, January 1927
    • Blayton, L.: Chinese Painting, November 1926
    • Boase, Edwin: Greek vs. Japanese Architecture, November 1924
    • Boas, L.: Italian Culture, reaction to the Middle Ages, March 1926
    • Brodsky, Sergei: ‘Isaac Newton’, January 1927
    • Catalan Romanesque Art, February 1926
    • Capet, Jean: ‘Masterpieces of Egyptian Art’, January 1925
    • Chase, G.H.: ‘Restoration of Ancient Monuments’, April 1925
    • Cushman, Edward: ‘Incunabula in Sabbatical’, February 1927
    • Cortina, Charles: ‘Byzantine Art’, February 1927
    • Delehaye, Charles: ‘Ammonite Churches’, December 1924
    • Fetvushian, Arehe: ‘Ammonite Churches’, 6th - 13th centuries, December 1924
    • Grunwald, Count Umberto: ‘Umbrian Art’, December 1926
    • Goldsmid, Betty: ‘Jewish Art’, February 1927
    • Grunwald, C. Reginald: ‘American Influence on British Art’, May 1926
    • Hager, Gabor: ‘Durar and Grunewald’, February, March 1925
    • Lake, Eero: ‘Monuments of Mt. Athos and Patmos’, May 1926
    • Lore, E.A.: ‘Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts’, October 1926
    • Murray, Gilbert: ‘Mosaic Miniatures’, November 1926
    • Pack, Walter: ‘Degenerate Art’, April 1927
    • Pellit, Paul: ‘Art in Northern China’, March 1925
    • Pijon, Joseph: ‘Spanish Art’, July 1926
    • Riegl, Alois: ‘Symptomatic Studies in Egyptian Art’, March 1925

The page includes dates and references to various articles, events, and specific discussions or exhibitions related to the Fogg Art Museum and broader art historical topics. There are also some notes and stamps from other sources, including a mention of "HALF MILLION FOR NEW FOGG MUSEUM OF ART" and a note about a "Fogg Fund" on the upper right corner.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook, titled "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK VOLUME III." The index lists various entries, articles, and events related to the Fogg Art Museum, with dates ranging from July 1924 to April 1927. Entries include general newspaper references, exhibitions, articles about certain pieces or collections, museum reports, and references to art and architecture.

At the top left of the page, there are two partial, overlapping paper cutouts, one of which reads "Eve. Press," suggesting it might be from the Evening Press, and a date range printed as "JUL 1 - 1924." At the top right, there is another paper cutout with the text "HALF MILLION FOR NEW FOGG MUSEUM OF ART," suggesting a funding milestone or campaign.

The page is somewhat aged, with a yellowing tone indicating its historical nature. It is likely taken from a physical scrapbook or bound archival record due to the visible binding on the left edge of the image.

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This image depicts an old scrapbook page from the Fogg Art Museum, likely detailing index references to various events, individuals, and topics. The top of the page includes several label-like tags dated July 1 and July 6, 1924, indicating express dispatches from Chicago, Illinois, and Buffalo, New York, respectively. There's also a place card titled "HALF MILLION FOR NEW FOGG MUSEUM OF ART," hinting at funding-related information.

The typed text on the main page serves as an index for Volume III, covering July 1924 to April 1927. It lists diverse subjects and names correlated with corresponding dates, such as events, exhibitions, library acquisitions, and notable personalities in the art world. The list covers a range of activities from "German American Delegation, April, 1925" to "Efimov, Alexander: Personality in Sculpture, November, 1926." The document provides meticulous insight into the art and cultural engagements of the Fogg Art Museum over the specified period.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or archival binder titled "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK VOLUME III July 1924 - April, 1927." The page contains a typed index listing various references and events related to the Fogg Art Museum, including newspaper references, reports, lectures, exhibitions, and notable people or topics associated with the museum during that time period.

At the top of the page are several small clipped labels or stamps with dates such as "JUL 1 1924" from Chicago, Illinois, and "JUL 6 1924" from Buffalo, New York, as well as a label that reads "HALF MILLION FOR NEW FOGG MUSEUM OF ART."

The index is organized with headings and subheadings for different topics and dates, such as:

  • General newspaper references
  • Reception and gifts
  • Sale of reproductions
  • Lectures by various scholars on art topics from various dates between 1924 and 1927

The page appears aged with some yellowing and light stains, indicating it is historic material. There is also a small newspaper clipping or affixed text at the bottom edge that is partially visible but difficult to read completely. The overall format suggests careful documentation and archiving of subject matter related to the Fogg Art Museum during the mid-1920s.

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The image depicts the interior of a scrapbook titled "Index to Fogg Art Museum Scrap Book, Volume III", covering the period from July 1924 to April 1927. The scrapbook is part of the Fogg Art Museum archives, as indicated by the header. The page shown is a typed index or catalog listing various entries related to art, exhibitions, lectures, and other events, along with their corresponding dates.

Key Details:

  1. Title and Volume:

    • The scrapbook is labeled as "Volume III", indicating it is part of a series.
    • The title at the top reads "INDEX TO FOGG ART MUSEUM SCRAP BOOK".
  2. Timeframe:

    • The index covers the period from July 1924 to April 1927.
  3. Content:

    • The page lists numerous entries, each with a brief description and a date. These entries include:
      • Museum-related events:
        • Fogg Art Museum (general newspaper references to the German American Delection, April 1925).
        • Reception for Dr. Reisner, April 1925.
        • Rockefeller Gift, July 1924.
        • Swedish Pictures exhibition, August 1926.
        • X-raying prints visit, June 1926.
      • Exhibitions and lectures:
        • "Twentieth Century Painting in France" by Alfred H. Barr, January 1927.
        • "Chinese Painting" by L. Bion, November 1926.
        • "Greek vs. Japanese Architecture to the Middle Ages" by Edwin Bonta, November 1924.
        • "Italian Culture – A Reaction to Modern Art" by Laure de Boïs, March 1926.
      • Artworks and artists:
        • "Masterpieces of Ancient Art" by Jean Casper, January 1925.
        • "Restoration of Egyptian Monuments" by G. Erdmann, February 1927.
        • "Exquisite Art in Babylon" by Charles Dieth, February 1927.
      • Publications and references:
        • Frick Art Reference Library, August 1924.
        • Harvard-Friarion Fine Arts Club, April 1925.
        • "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts" by E.A. Lowe, October 1926.
        • "Chinese Art" by Paul Pellot, March 1925.
      • Miscellaneous:
        • Motion Picture Library, March 1927.
        • New Building opened, February 1927.
        • Plans for new building, September, October, December 1924, January, February, March, May, November 1925, October 1926.
  4. Physical Characteristics:

    • The scrapbook appears to be bound in a leather-like material with visible wear, suggesting age and frequent use.
    • The page is typed on standard paper, and the text is neatly organized in a columnar format.
    • The scrapbook is labeled with a pink sticker on the spine that reads "Eva Pesi", along with "Chicago, Ill." and the date "JUL 1-1924".
    • There is also a label at the top right corner that reads "HALF MILLION FOR NEW FOGG MUSEUM OF ART", indicating a fundraising milestone.
  5. Contextual Notes:

    • The scrapbook serves as a historical record of the Fogg Art Museum's activities, exhibitions, and related events during the early 20th century.
    • The detailed indexing suggests it was used for research, archival purposes, or administrative tracking.

Summary:

The image shows a page from a meticulously organized scrapbook belonging to the Fogg Art Museum, documenting a wide range of art-related events, exhibitions, lectures, and publications from July 1924 to April 1927. The scrapbook reflects the museum's active engagement with the art world during this period and provides valuable historical context for researchers and historians.