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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795095

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This image shows a page from an old, yellowed book, possibly a catalog or journal, with printed text and some handwritten notes. The page is divided into sections with headings such as "BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE—Continued" and "BOOKS ADDED BY GIFT." The content lists various authors and titles of books, along with notes on the donors of these books. There are also references to the Fogg Art Museum and exhibitions of paintings, indicating that the book may be related to the museum's collections and acquisitions. The text appears to be from the early 20th century, based on the style and the language used. The page also contains some smudges and stains, suggesting it has been handled or aged over time.

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The image shows an open book or document with several overlaid papers. The main document in the foreground is titled "BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE—Continued" and "BOOKS ADDED BY GIFT." It lists various authors, titles of books, and donors. The authors listed include Maurice Drake, Jean Ebersolt, H. L. Ehrich, Elie Faure, Ernest F. Fenollosa, and many others. The titles of the books cover a wide range of topics, such as art history, porcelain, furniture, and ancient history.

There are also smaller papers or clippings placed on top of the main document. One of these clippings is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and discusses exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning paintings by Tintoretto and Nicholas Poussin. Another clipping appears to be from a publication discussing the Milton Fund and its use in various academic and research activities.

The overall appearance suggests that this is a collection of archival or historical materials, possibly related to a library or museum's records of acquisitions and exhibitions. The papers are old and yellowed, indicating their age.

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This image displays an open, aged book or bound volume, likely a museum annual report or bulletin, with numerous small, printed paper clippings and typed pages pasted onto its pages. The content is related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and the date "January, 1925" is visible on a clipped section.

The right-hand page is numbered 131 at the top, with the heading "ETTE" (possibly part of a larger title cut off), and contains text regarding university faculty appointments and committee reports, including mentions of Professor Frank B. Jewett, Professor Edwin F. Gay, and Professor R. G. H. Kelsey.

On the left-hand page, there are several pasted sections:

  1. An article titled "Exhibition at Fogg" describing an exhibition of paintings, including works by Tintoretto and Nicholas Poussin.
  2. Below this, a larger pasted section titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM", which reiterates details about the exhibition mentioned above.
  3. Two major tables:
    • "BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE—Continued": A two-column table listing authors (like Jean Ebersolt, Ernest Fenollosa, Edward Johnston) and their corresponding book titles on art history and museum collections.
    • "BOOKS ADDED BY GIFT": Another two-column table listing donors (like Bartolozzi, F., Boston Museum of Fine Arts, J. B. Crittenden) and the books they donated.
  4. At the very bottom of the left page, a handwritten note reads: "Pennsylvania Museum Bulletin - January, 1925".
  5. A partially visible paragraph below the tables references "December 1, 1924" and the "Milton Fund."

The volume is bound in a dark cover with visible wear, and the pages are yellowed with age. The pasted clippings appear to be from different sources, carefully arranged to document acquisitions and museum activities. This appears to be an archival scrapbook or a curated record kept for institutional history, likely assembled shortly after January 1925.

In summary: This is an archival scrapbook page from a Fogg Art Museum publication, dated around January 1925, documenting recent exhibitions, book acquisitions (both purchased and donated), and administrative updates, with clippings glued onto the pages.

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The image shows a vintage, open book displaying a page with text and a small cutout piece of paper. The page appears to be from a publication or annual report, likely from the mid-20th century. The text on the page is organized into sections, with headings such as "Books Added by Purchase" and "Books Added by Gift," listing authors, titles, and descriptions of the books. The small cutout piece of paper is placed on the left side of the page, possibly indicating a note or annotation. The book's spine is visible on the left side of the image, and the pages have a worn, aged appearance, suggesting that it is an old publication.

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The image is a photograph of an open book, specifically an annual report or bulletin from the Fogg Art Museum. The book is open to two pages, displaying text and a small insert.

Left Page:
The left page is titled "BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE—Continued" and lists several authors and titles of books acquired by the museum. The entries are formatted in a two-column layout, with the author's name on the left and the book title on the right. Notable entries include:

  • "Drake, Maurice" with "Early Glass-Painting"
  • "Eberlein, Jean" with "Arts of Byzantine"
  • "Erlich, H. L. and W. L." with "One Hundred Early American Paintings"
  • "Ferguson, Jas. and Burgess, Jas." with "Cave Temples of India"
  • "Golbeuw, Victor, editor" with "Arts Asiatiques: Sculptures Khmers"
  • "Hobsen, R. L." with "Wrought Iron and Its Decorative Use"

Right Page:
The right page contains a section titled "ETTE" and a continuation of the list of books acquired by purchase. Below this, there is a section titled "BOOKS ADDED BY GIFT" which lists books donated to the museum. The entries follow a similar format to the left page, with author names and book titles. Notable entries include:

  • "Boston Museum of Fine Arts" with "Bulletin. Vol. 18, 20"
  • "British Museum" with "Guide to the Pottery and Porcelain of the Far East"
  • "Forbes, Joseph" with "English Silver Spoons"

Insert:
There is a small insert in the middle of the pages that reads:
"There are now on exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum an unfinished painting of Diana by Tintoretto, a fine Venetian portrait of a man, and two paintings by Nicholas Poussin—a Nativity and The Birth of Bacchus—belonging to Samuel Sachs of New York, and loaned by him every year to the Museum."

Additional Details:

  • The book appears aged, with some pages showing signs of wear and tear.
  • The text is printed in a serif typeface, typical of academic publications of the time.
  • The page numbers are visible at the top right corner of the right page, indicating this is page 131.

Analysis:
This image represents a segment of an annual report or bulletin from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the acquisition of books through purchase and donation. The report highlights the museum's efforts in expanding its library and the temporary exhibition of significant artworks. The detailed listing of authors and titles suggests a comprehensive effort to document the museum's acquisitions for archival purposes. The insert emphasizes the museum's collaboration with private collectors, showcasing loaned artworks as part of their exhibitions.

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Description of the Image

The image shows an open page from a book or catalog, likely from an institutional or academic setting. The page is part of a publication titled "Fogg Art Museum", as indicated at the top of the page. The content appears to be a record or listing of books added to a library or collection, organized into two main sections: "BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE" and "BOOKS ADDED BY GIFT."

Top Section: BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE

  • Layout: The section is formatted as a table with two columns: Author on the left and Title on the right.
  • Content: The entries list authors and corresponding book titles, covering a wide range of subjects, including art, history, literature, and cultural studies. Examples of entries include:
    • Drake, Marie: History of English Glass-Plainting
    • Eberle, Jan: Arts Supplement
    • Fauré, Elie: Epochs of Chinese and Japanese Art
    • Ferguson, Janet, and Burgess, Jas.: Cave Temples of India
    • Fogg Art Museum: Handbook of the Classical Collection
    • Gauthier, Henri: South Indian Bronzes
    • Gould, Victor, editor: Arts Asiatiques: Sculptures Khmer
    • Hackin, J.: Guide-Catalogue du Musée Guimet
    • Harrington, R. Emil: Keramic Haidong
    • Hobson, R. L.: Warring States Porcelain
    • Johnson, Edward: Maurische Kunst
    • Kahnel, Ernst: Begriffedes Persischen in China
    • Laufer, Berthold: Chinese Pottery of the Han Dynasty
    • Lehmann, Walter: Daily Life of the Greeks and Romans
    • McClas, Helen: Art of Old Persia Museum in China
    • Metropolitan Museum: Catalogue of Paintings 1922
    • Quennell, Marjorie, and C. H. B. Quennell: Catalogue of Everyday Things in England, 2 vols.
    • Rackham, Bernard, and Read, Herbert: English Pottery
    • Richter, G. M.: Arts Macareins: Broderie
    • Rietschel, A. M.: Handbook of the Classical Collection (Metropolitan Museum)
    • Ritter, Abraham H.: Persian and Indian Textiles
    • Stein, M. Aurel: Ruins of Desert Cathay, 2 vols.
    • Stirling, Josef: Origins of Christian Art
    • Tipping, H. Avray: English Homes, Vol. 2
    • Weber, G. Owen: White Pine, 5, 6, 7

Right Section: BOOKS ADDED BY GIFT

  • Layout: This section is formatted as a list with three columns: Author, Title, and Source (where applicable).
  • Content: The entries include books gifted to the collection, with details about the donors or sources. Examples include:
    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Italian Silver
    • British Museum: Guide to the Pottery and Glass Collection
    • British Museum: Old Clocks and Watches and Time-Reckoning Instruments
    • Burton, Frederick James: Burton Magazine, Vol. 1
    • Carroll, G.: History of Art
    • Crosby, H. H. and Webster, W. H.: Catalogue of a Loan Exhibition of Drawings and Etchings
    • Dwan, David: English Domestic Exhbit
    • Dyer, J.: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Fauré, Elie: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Ferguson, Joseph, editor: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Fogg Art Museum: Catalogue d'une Exposition de Céramique Orientale
    • Fouquet, D.: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Doxsee, W. T.: The Art of Drawing
    • Doxsee, W. T.: Italian Silver
    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Italian Silver
    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Old Clocks and Watches and Time-Reckoning Instruments
    • British Museum: Guide to the Pottery and Glass Collection
    • British Museum: Old Clocks and Watches and Time-Reckoning Instruments
    • Burton, Frederick James: Burton Magazine, Vol. 1
    • Carroll, G.: History of Art
    • Crosby, H. H. and Webster, W. H.: Catalogue of a Loan Exhibition of Drawings and Etchings
    • Dwan, David: English Domestic Exhbit
    • Dyer, J.: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Fauré, Elie: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Ferguson, Joseph, editor: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Fogg Art Museum: Catalogue d'une Exposition de Céramique Orientale
    • Fouquet, D.: Les Meubles de la Mer
    • Doxsee, W. T.: The Art of Drawing
    • Doxsee, W. T.: Italian Silver

Additional Text

  • Exhibition at Fogg: At the top of the page, there is a note about an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning an unfinished painting of Diane by Titian, a Venetian portrait of a man and two of Bacchus, and a Nativities by Nicola Poussin—a Nativity, the Birth of Zeno, and the Birth of Bacchus—all belonging to Samuel Sachs of New York and loaned to the museum annually.
  • Fogg Art Museum: The page is clearly part of a publication or catalog from the Fogg Art Museum, as indicated by the header.
  • Date and Signature: At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note dated December 1, 1924, and a signature that reads "Fogg Art Museum Bulletin - January 1925."

Design and Layout

  • The page has a clean, structured layout typical of academic or institutional publications. The text is typed, with clear headings and organized columns.
  • The page number 131 is visible in the top right corner, indicating its position within the larger document.
  • The paper appears aged, with a slightly yellowed tone, suggesting it is from an older publication.

Summary

The image depicts a page from a catalog or publication from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing books added to the museum's collection through purchase and gift. The content includes a diverse range of titles covering art, history, literature, and cultural studies, with specific mentions of donations from institutions such as the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the British Museum. The page also references an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum and is dated December 1, 1924, with a signature indicating it is part of the Fogg Art Museum Bulletin - January 1925. The overall design is formal and academic, reflecting the institution's focus on art and cultural preservation.

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A vintage archival page. It shows an open, yellowed scrapbook or book with worn edges. A white clipping is taped or pasted onto the page, listing “Books Added by Purchase” and “Books Added by Gift” with columns for author and title. The underlying page also has small printed text, including a note about the Fog Art Museum and an exhibition. The overall scene looks like an old library or museum records page.

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This image features an open page from a book or scrapbook containing textual information. The content is divided into sections, likely in a catalog or list format. The central document titled "Books Added by Purchase -- Continued" and "Books Added by Gift" lists various authors, titles, and publishers, potentially documenting acquisitions or library additions. The text is arranged in a structured tabular format.

Superimposed over the page on the left-hand side is another sheet with printed and handwritten information, identifying specifics about publications and authors. Handwritten text at the bottom reads "Pennsylvania Museum Bulletin – January 1925." The background shows other annotations and clippings, with visible edges of the pages, indicating this is part of a larger compiled document or archival item.

The image overall conveys historical content, focusing on published works or exhibits, possibly related to a museum or academic institution.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages from a library or archive. The left page is the continuation of a list of "BOOKS ADDED BY PURCHASE," organized alphabetically by author with corresponding titles on various topics such as art, history, and literature. Below the list, partially cut off, another section begins with "Brooks, E.," suggesting more books are listed on previous or subsequent pages.

The right page details a section titled 'FOGG ART MUSEUM' along with information on specific artworks and exhibits. At the bottom of the right page is a section regarding the 'LETTER,' which seems to be discussing various committee roles and funding for the museum, mentioning amounts of money, activities, and named individuals related to the positions and work they do. There are also credits given to certain individuals for donations or acquisitions.

The pages show signs of aging, with some yellowing and a slight curvature to the right-hand page. There is a visible handwritten note at the bottom of the left page with names and a date ("November, 1925"), suggesting that the book is a historical record or archive material. The content and the style of typesetting imply that this is probably from a formal report or catalog of a museum, library, or similar institution.

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The image is of an old, open book with yellowing pages, appearing to be a library or museum record from Pennsylvania libraries in January 1925. There is a list of "Books Added by Purchase" and "Books Added by Gift," including titles, authors, and donors. The page also contains several cut-out newspaper clippings inserted between the pages, one of which discusses an art museum exhibition and another detailing committee actions or funding allocations dated to December 1, 1924, and January of a subsequent year.