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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

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The image shows a page from "The American Magazine of Art" dated June 1925. The page is divided into several sections with various articles and notes about art-related topics.

  1. Main Article (Left Column):

    • The article discusses the beauty of nature and the importance of preserving natural landscapes. It mentions the need to protect the beauty of the earth and the role of art in representing this beauty.
    • It talks about the "commercialization" of nature and the impact of human activities on natural landscapes.
  2. Notes Section (Left Column):

    • Yale University: Mentions the establishment of a new art gallery and museum at Yale University. It details the organization of the museum and the plans for its construction.
    • Texas Museum: Notes the construction of a new museum in Texas, with a focus on the building's architecture and the materials used.
    • Oregon Museum: Announces a fund for the erection of a museum in Oregon, highlighting the contributions from various organizations and individuals.
    • Murray Warner Collection: Mentions a donation of a collection of paintings by Murray Warner to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  3. Article on Exhibition (Right Column):

    • The article discusses an exhibition of paintings at the Fogg Museum. It highlights the works of John Singer Sargent and other artists, mentioning specific paintings and their artistic qualities.
    • It also mentions the historical context and the significance of the exhibition.
  4. Additional Notes (Bottom Left):

    • Washington College: Announces a new course in the history of art at Washington College in Pennsylvania.
    • Toledo Art Guild: Mentions the annual exhibition of the Toledo Art Guild and the appointment of a new director.
  5. Article on Etching (Bottom Right):

    • The article discusses the art of etching, focusing on the techniques and methods used by artists. It mentions specific artists and their works, providing insights into the process of etching.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the art world in 1925, covering various topics such as museum developments, art exhibitions, and artistic techniques.

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The image displays a page from the American Magazine of Art dated around the early 20th century. The page contains several news articles and notes related to art exhibitions and galleries.

  1. Top Section: Exhibitions and New Galleries

    • Yale University Art Galleries: Yale University is planning to establish new art galleries with a total budget of $1,000,000. The first museum, the San Antonio Museum, is in San Antonio, Texas, and is expected to be completed within a few years.
    • San Antonio Museum Association: This association will match the city's gift to the museum, totaling $100,000.
    • Oklahoma City Museum: A fund of $400,000 is being raised for the Oklahoma City Museum of Fine Arts, with the American Revolution memorial collection contributing $1,000.
    • New York University: Plans to have an art center, similar to Yale’s, with a building for the “Associates of Fine Arts.”
    • Davenport, Iowa: Rapid progress in establishing a museum.
    • Amherst College: Plans to build a new gallery, with a gift of $25,000 from the McKinney family.
    • Chicago Art Institute: The McKinney family is donating $40,000 for a new gallery.
    • Pittsburgh’s Galleries: Plans to construct a new gallery at Carnegie Institute.
  2. Middle Section: Various Notes and Exhibitions

    • Washington College: Plans to open a school of art in 1914.
    • Kansas School of Art: Plans to open a school of art in Topeka, Kansas.
    • Upcoming Exhibitions:
      • Washington College: Plans to exhibit works of art in a new gallery.
      • Washburn College, Topeka: Plans to establish a new school of art.
      • Edinburgh: Plans to open a new gallery.
    • Museum of Fine Arts in New York: Plans to establish a new wing for sculpture and a library.
  3. Bottom Section: Art Experts and Exhibitions

    • Experts in X-Ray Examination: Discusses the use of X-ray technology to examine paintings.
    • Mr. Talmage: Talmage, a noted artist, discusses his new work and his painting techniques.
    • Notable Exhibitions:
      • Philadelphia: Talmage's works will be shown at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts.
      • Pittsburgh: The Carnegie Institute will exhibit a collection of artworks.
      • San Francisco: Various exhibitions and art shows are noted.

Overall, the page provides detailed information on the establishment and expansion of art galleries and museums across the United States, along with various artistic projects and exhibitions happening in different cities.

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THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART

NOTES

NEW ART GALLERIES

Yale University is to have an art center, the development of which will be undertaken by the "Associates of Fine Arts at Yale University," an organization similar to "Les Amis de l'Art" at Harvard. An entire city block on the college campus has been designated as the site for an art center which will be erected at a cost exceeding $1,000,000. The first unit of the $100,000 Museum of Art will be begun this summer, and will be followed by the $150,000 Art School. The Museum will be of Spanish Mission type, with a red tiled roof. Robert M. McMeekin is the architect.

The San Antonio Art Museum in San Antonio, Texas (the first of its kind in the state of Texas) is to be built. The San Antonio Museum Association has purchased a site and is now seeking subscriptions to a building fund, which will be defrayed with $25,000 appropriated by the city commissioners. The building will be of Spanish Mission type, and will be erected on the site of the old San Antonio de Valero. The first unit will cost $200,000. The Murray Warner collection of Oriental art, among other exhibits, will be housed in this building.

Between three and four hundred of the best paintings of American art, assembled by the late William A. Clark, are to be presented to the city of Washington by the Corcoran Gallery of Art. The gift is to be made on condition that a building be erected to house the paintings. Until then they will be retained in the Corcoran Gallery.

Davenport, Iowa, has made rapid progress in the establishment of a municipal art gallery, which had its beginning in the old armory, which yielded to the demand for a new building. The city has purchased a site and the new gallery will be erected on the site of the old armory. The new building will be of fireproof construction, and will be equipped with the latest devices for the protection of the art treasures it is expected to house. The city has also purchased a collection of paintings, which will be the nucleus of the gallery. The gift of the late Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago, which was presented to the city by the Art Institute of Chicago, will be the nucleus of the collection. The city has also purchased a collection of paintings, which will be the nucleus of the gallery. The gift of the late Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago, which was presented to the city by the Art Institute of Chicago, will be the nucleus of the collection. The city has also purchased a collection of paintings, which will be the nucleus of the gallery. The gift of the late Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago, which was presented to the city by the Art Institute of Chicago, will be the nucleus of the collection.

EXPERIMENTING BY X-RAY

The first attempt to standardize the X-ray method of examining paintings and to develop its possibilities in the study of the history of art is now being brought about by Alan Burroughs, Curator of Paintings at the Fogg Museum.

The X-ray photographs of paintings of the Italian primitives in the collection of the Fogg Museum, which were taken in the spring of 1924, have been placed at the disposal of the Fogg Museum by the Harvard University. The photographs were taken by Alan Burroughs, who has been engaged in this work for some time. The results of his investigations will be published in the near future.

Mr. Burroughs, who is primarily interested in the history of the art of the early Italian painters, has been engaged in this work for some time. The results of his investigations will be published in the near future.

ART SCHOOLS

Washburn College, Topeka, Kansas, is to open a School of Art in September with a two years' course, leading to a certificate. The school is planned to give the student a foundation enabling him to pursue further studies in art, such as portrait and landscape painting, illustration, and commercial art. In addition to the regular courses, there will be classes in the history of art, English composition and literature, and the appreciation of music. The school will be under the direction of the Topeka Art Guild and the Department of Art of Washburn College, and will be housed in the college building. Mrs. Frances D. Whittemore, director of the School of Art, and Miss Helen L. Smith, assistant director, will be in charge of the school.

ART IN INDUSTRY

The use of art in industry is being brought to the attention of the public by the exhibition of a series of posters, which are being exhibited in the windows of the department stores in New York. The posters are the work of the best artists in the country, and are the result of a competition which was held under the auspices of the Society of Illustrators. The posters are to be sent to the leading cities of the country, and it is hoped that the exhibition will be the means of bringing about a better understanding of the value of art in industry.

ART AND ARCHITECTURE

The close relation of art and architecture is well illustrated in the new building of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, which is now in process of erection on the site of the old building at Broad and Cherry streets in Philadelphia. The new building, which is to be of Georgian type, will be a memorial to the late William A. Clark, who left a bequest of $250,000 for this purpose. The building will be of fireproof construction, and will be equipped with the latest devices for the protection of the art treasures it is expected to house. The city has also purchased a collection of paintings, which will be the nucleus of the gallery. The gift of the late Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago, which was presented to the city by the Art Institute of Chicago, will be the nucleus of the collection.

The new building of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, which is now in process of erection on the site of the old building at Broad and Cherry streets in Philadelphia, will be a memorial to the late William A. Clark, who left a bequest of $250,000 for this purpose. The building will be of fireproof construction, and will be equipped with the latest devices for the protection of the art treasures it is expected to house. The city has also purchased a collection of paintings, which will be the nucleus of the gallery. The gift of the late Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago, which was presented to the city by the Art Institute of Chicago, will be the nucleus of the collection.

ART AND ARCHITECTURE

The close relation of art and architecture is well illustrated in the new building of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, which is now in process of erection on the site of the old building at Broad and Cherry streets in Philadelphia, will be a memorial to the late William A. Clark, who left a bequest of $250,000 for this purpose. The building will be of fireproof construction, and will be equipped with the latest devices for the protection of the art treasures it is expected to house. The city has also purchased a collection of paintings, which will be the nucleus of the gallery. The gift of the late Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago, which was presented to the city by the Art Institute of Chicago, will be the nucleus of the collection.

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The image displays two pages from "The American Magazine of Art," specifically page 499 and page 500 of an issue.

Page 499:

Main Article:
The text discusses the role and perception of art and artists in society, emphasizing that art should not be confined to commercial success or the creation of mere "beautiful" objects. It argues that art should be a powerful form of expression that can elevate the human spirit beyond everyday concerns.

Notes Section:

  • New Art Galleries:
    • A new development of university art galleries is noted, focusing on the establishment of the "Associates of Fine Arts at Yale University" and the organization of a museum and art school there.
    • An art collection valued at $100,000 is mentioned, intended for exhibition at San Antonio, Texas.
    • The San Antonio Museum Association has secured a site for a new museum building valued at $180,000.
    • A fund of $90,000 has been appropriated for the erection of a building for the Fort Worth Art Association.
    • An American Revolution bicentennial collection is being organized, valued at $1,000.

Page 500:

Continuation of Notes:

  • Exhibitions:

    • The Brooklyn Museum is hosting an exhibition of watercolors by Dong Kingman.
    • The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts has a loan exhibition of paintings and sculptures by John Sloan.
    • The City Art Museum of St. Louis is showing works by Paul Burty Haviland.
    • The Worcester Art Museum will feature an exhibition of contemporary American paintings and sculpture.
  • New Appointments and Achievements:

    • Mr. William M. Chase has been appointed Director of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
    • An exhibition of paintings by Maurice Prendergast at Kraushaar Galleries is noted.
    • A portrait of George Grey Barnard by Leon Kroll is mentioned.
    • The appointment of Mr. Edwin A. R. Taylor as the new Director of the Toledo Museum of Art.
  • Education and Lectures:

    • The Toledo Museum of Art has a new school with Mr. W. A. Slattery appointed as the principal.
    • The appointment of Frances D. Wittmann as director of the School of Art at the North Carolina College for Women is highlighted.
  • Personal Notes:

    • A brief biography of Mr. John Sloan is provided, noting his birth in 1871, his career beginnings, and his significant contributions to American art.

Overall, the pages detail various developments in the art world, including new galleries, exhibitions, and notable appointments within art institutions.

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The image contains a page from "The American Magazine of Art," specifically page 490, featuring an article and notes about various art exhibitions and developments in the art world.

Main Article:

Title: "Notes"

New Art Galleries:

  • Yale University: Plans to develop a new art center. The "Associates of Fine Arts" at Yale University is constructing a new building for an art gallery, which will be located in the center of campus and is expected to cost over $1,000,000. The building will house a museum, a lecture hall, and classrooms for art instruction.

Art Museums and Exhibitions:

  • San Antonio: The San Antonio Museum Association has acquired a collection of 300 paintings, sculptures, and curiosities valued at $250,000, which will be housed in a new museum building. A fund of $200,000 has been raised for this purpose.
  • Oregon: The University of Oregon plans to establish an art museum, with a collection of 150 paintings and sculptures.
  • Oklahoma: The Oklahoma Art League is working on a building for an art museum, with plans to exhibit works from the Murray Warner Memorial Collection.

Oriental Art:

  • Washburn College, Topeka, Kansas: Plans to open a School of Art in September, with a focus on oriental art. The school will include a museum and a library, with a budget of $50,000 for the initial collection.

Exhibitions:

  • Chicago Art Institute: Exhibits a collection of Japanese art, including paintings and prints.
  • Davenport, Iowa: A rapid progress in the construction of a municipal art gallery, with plans for a collection of artworks and an armory.

Art Experts:

  • Alan Bourgeois: Curator of Paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  • R. J. McKinney: Graduate of the Chicago Art Institute, appointed as a director of the new museum in San Antonio.

Art News:

  • New School of Art: Opening in Topeka, Kansas, with a focus on oriental art and a museum.
  • Washburn College: Plans to establish a School of Art, with a museum and a library.

Art Collections:

  • Mrs. Frances D. Whittemore: Donated her art collection to the School of Art at Washburn College.

Art Figures:

  • Mr. Talmage: Known for his art collections, including a significant number of paintings and sculptures, with plans to donate them to museums.

Art Exhibitions and Events:

  • New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art is planning an exhibition of oriental art.
  • Philadelphia: Plans for an exhibition of oriental art.

Art Buildings and Spaces:

  • Chicago: Plans for a new art museum building.
  • San Antonio: Construction of a new museum building for the art collection.

Notable Mentions:

  • Artists and Collectors: Includes names like Mrs. Whittemore, Mr. Talmage, and Mr. Bourgeois.
  • Art Schools and Museums: Various institutions across the United States are highlighted for their new developments and collections.

The page provides an overview of significant developments in the art world, including new museums, art collections, and educational initiatives.

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The image is a page from "The American Magazine of Art," featuring an article titled "NOTES" with several sections of news and announcements related to art institutions and exhibitions.

  1. New Art Galleries at Yale University:

    • Yale University plans to establish a center for the development of fine arts, including galleries for the "Associates of Fine Arts at Yale."
    • A new art museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, is being constructed in the Yale campus. It will be built on the site of the old art school and will cost around $100,000.
    • The first unit, the Robert M. Arms Memorial, will be completed soon and will house a collection of 19th-century American paintings and sculptures.
  2. San Antonio Museum of Fine Arts:

    • The San Antonio Museum Association is planning a new museum building, which will be funded by a bequest of $500,000 from an anonymous donor. The museum will house a collection of paintings, sculptures, and ceramics.
  3. Art Galleries in Other Cities:

    • Washburn College, Topeka, Kansas: Plans to open a school of art and a museum with a collection of art from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
    • Chicago Art Institute: Plans to open a new art gallery and library.
    • University of Oregon: Plans to open a new art building to accommodate its growing collection of artworks.
    • University of Illinois: Plans to establish a new art building and gallery.
    • University of Iowa: Plans to build a new art gallery.
  4. Museums and Art Exhibitions:

    • The American Revolution Memorial Collection of the Murray Warner Memorial is being housed at the Oriental Art Museum.
    • The University of Chicago is planning to establish a new art museum and gallery.
    • The University of Illinois plans to have a new art gallery and library.
  5. X-ray Method in Art:

    • The X-ray method is being used to examine paintings and identify the artist's techniques and originality.
  6. Biographical Note on William Talman:

    • A brief biography of William Talman, a renowned artist known for his portraits and historical paintings, and his contributions to art education and museums.
  7. Exhibition of Art:

    • An exhibition at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts showcasing works by William Talman and others.
  8. Fogg Museum Exhibitions:

    • The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University is hosting exhibitions of paintings by French artists, including works by Poussin and others.
  9. Art Exhibitions in Other Locations:

    • The Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., is hosting an exhibition of Spanish paintings.
    • The Brooklyn Museum is hosting an exhibition of Italian art.
    • The Saint Louis Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of European art.

The page also includes various notes and announcements about exhibitions and art collections at different institutions across the United States.

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This image shows a page from "The American Magazine of Art." The page contains text divided into several sections, with some parts having headings like "NOTES" and "EXPERTIZING." The text appears to cover topics related to art galleries, art collections, exhibitions, and notable individuals involved in the art world. There is a handwritten date "Sept 1925" at the top right corner of the page.

The page has three columns of text with some uneven edges, suggesting that the content might be a compilation of cut-out articles or clippings pasted onto the page. One larger clipping overlaps part of a smaller column. There are also typographic elements such as small caps and italics used throughout the text. The overall appearance indicates an archival or research context, likely for reference or documentation in the field of art history.

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This is an image of an open book or a magazine, displaying two pages with text. The pages appear to be from a publication titled "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART," indicated at the top of the left page. The document includes various sections with headers such as "NOTES" and has text formatted in columns, typical for articles or news stories in magazines or journals.

There are handwritten marks on both pages, including what appears to be a date ("Sept 1923") written at the top of the right page. Other handwritten annotations are visible in the margins or overlaying the printed text, suggesting that someone might have been marking important information or making references.

The right edge of the left page and the left edge of the right page show signs of discoloration, likely from handling or age. The pages have yellowed over time, indicating that the material is relatively old. The book or magazine seems to be held open on a larger book beneath it, possibly for the purpose of taking this photograph. There is no visual image or illustration; the content is exclusively textual.

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The image depicts a page from "The American Magazine of Art," with the issue date handwritten in pencil as "Sept. 1935" at the top. The page is primarily composed of text, organized into concise sections and paragraphs. The text is printed in a consistent, serif typeface typical of print magazines from the early 20th century.

The content on the page includes various "Notes," which appear to be updates about art exhibits, collections, and activities related to different museums and institutions. The notes mention places such as Yale University, Davenport, Iowa, Paterson, New Jersey, and Glendale, California, discussing new galleries, art collections, and significant contributions to these institutions.

Additionally, a smaller cut-out article or clipping is pasted on top of the page's lower section. This article includes information about "Paintings at Fogg" and was dated "Oct. 3, '35" in handwritten text. The clipping seems to discuss specific pieces exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page is held in place within a scrapbook or collection of bound pages, evidenced by the visible leather binding on the right-hand margin. The surrounding visible environment is neutral and seemingly part of an archival storage or presentation display.

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The image shows an open book titled "The American Magazine of Art," specifically page 499, which is part of a larger volume. The page is densely filled with text, formatted in a classic serif typeface typical of early 20th-century publications. The content appears to be an article or essay, divided into two columns of text, with the left column labeled "NOTES" and the right column beginning with "ngs at Fogg on Exhibition" and continuing with a discussion about art exhibitions, artists, and related topics.

Key Observations:

Layout and Structure:

  • Header: The top of the page features the title "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART" prominently displayed at the top, with the page number 499 immediately below it.
  • Columns: The text is organized into two vertical columns, a common format for magazines and journals of the era.
  • Headings: The left column is labeled "NOTES," indicating a section likely summarizing or providing commentary on various topics. The right column begins with a subheading, "ngs at Fogg on Exhibition," suggesting a discussion about an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

Content:

  • Left Column ("NOTES"): This section appears to discuss various topics, including:

    • Art and Education: Mentions Yale University's development as a new art center and the establishment of the Yale School of Art.
    • Art Institutions: References the Associates of Fine Arts at Yale University, the San Antonio Museum of Art, and the San Antonio Art Institute.
    • Art Collections: Discusses the San Antonio Museum of Art's acquisition of the Robert M. Ayres Museum and the San Antonio Art Institute's collection.
    • Art and Society: Talks about the role of art in education and public engagement, including the involvement of women in the arts.
  • Right Column ("ngs at Fogg on Exhibition"): This section focuses on an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, likely discussing:

    • Exhibition Details: Mentions the exhibition of Oriental art, including paintings and sculptures, and the involvement of notable artists and institutions.
    • Artistic Works: References specific artists, such as William A. Breasted and Albert S. Barnes, and their contributions to the exhibition.
    • Artistic Themes: Discusses the significance of the works displayed, their historical and cultural context, and their impact on the art world.

Visual Elements:

  • Textual Density: The page is filled with dense, continuous text, typical of scholarly or artistic journals from the early 20th century.
  • Typography: The text uses a serif font, which was standard for formal publications of the time, enhancing readability and conveying a sense of authority.
  • Page Condition: The page appears to be part of a physical book, with visible edges and a slightly worn appearance, suggesting age and historical value.

Contextual Clues:

  • Publication Era: The language, style, and topics suggest the magazine is from the early 20th century, likely around the 1910s or 1920s, based on references to institutions, artists, and events of that time.
  • Artistic Focus: The content is heavily centered on art, art institutions, and the role of art in society, indicating that the magazine is targeted toward art enthusiasts, scholars, and professionals in the art world.

In summary, the image depicts a page from "The American Magazine of Art," showcasing a dense, scholarly article that discusses art exhibitions, educational initiatives, and the broader role of art in society. The layout, typography, and content reflect the style and focus of early 20th-century art publications.