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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795146

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing several newspaper clippings and a printed program. The clippings and program are related to art exhibitions and events from December 1925.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "A Print Collection"
    • Date: Saturday, December 26, 1925
    • Content: Discusses a collection of prints that have been presented to the Fogg Museum and are on exhibition. The article highlights the value of prints as a medium, mentioning that they are not just reproductions but original works of art. It notes the growing number of prints in the museum, including works by artists such as Rembrandt, Dürer, and Goya. The collection includes prints from various periods and styles, and the article emphasizes the educational and artistic significance of these works.
  2. Top Right Program:

    • Title: "College Art Association of America Fifteenth Annual Meeting"
    • Date: December 29-31, 1925
    • Location: Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y.
    • Content: Announcement for the fifteenth annual meeting of the College Art Association of America, held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Gazette, Saturday, Dec. 26, '25"
    • Content: Mentions an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring recent gifts to the department. The exhibition includes works from the Eighth Century to the present day, with contributions from Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and France. Notable artists mentioned include George Bellows, Pamela Colman, Benson, and Arthur B. Davies. The article highlights a fine Goya etching and a portrait by Nanteuil. It also notes the gift of Miss Ellen Bullard and the large margin of Dürer's work.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Exhibition of Gifts to Fogg Museum"
    • Date: Art Notes, Saturday, Dec. 19, '25
    • Content: Describes an exhibition of recent gifts to the Fogg Art Museum, including rare prints and drawings from various periods and countries. Notable items include a drawing by Dürer, an engraving by Rembrandt, and a sword attributed to Emperor Maximilian. The article mentions the first public exhibition of a recently acquired Romanesque sculpture and a collection of Chinese and Japanese prints. It also highlights the gift of Miss Ellen Bullard and the large margin of Dürer's work.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of art-related news and events from December 1925, focusing on exhibitions and gifts to the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or an old magazine featuring several articles related to art and exhibitions.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • The article titled "A Print Collection" discusses lithographs, etchings, and engravings presented at the Fogg Museum. It highlights the museum's growing collection of contemporary prints and the importance of these pieces in the museum's permanent exhibition. The article mentions specific prints by artists such as Dürer and other notable figures, emphasizing the museum's efforts to exhibit diverse and significant works.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • The "College Art Association of America" section announces the 15th Annual Meeting, which is in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association. The event is scheduled to be held at Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, from December 29 to 31, 1925.
  3. Bottom Left Section:

    • An article titled "Caricature, Saturday, Dec. 26, 1925" from the Fogg Art Museum describes an exhibition of recent gifts to the Print Room. It lists various notable artists represented, such as George Bellows, Pamela Blane, Benson, Arthur B. Davies, and others. The French school is also highlighted with mentions of artists like Fragonard, Meryon, and others. A significant gift, a Small Crucifixion by Dürer, is mentioned as a highlight.
  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • The bottom right mentions an "Exhibition of Gifts to Fogg Museum" that includes various artworks and engravings. Boston's first public exhibition of recent gifts to the Print Department is noted, showcasing a range of artists' works, including Dürer's engraving on gold from Emperor Maximilian's Sword. The article also highlights other notable works, such as the French school's engravings by Ingres and Goya, and mentions the inclusion of a fine etching by Canaletti.

The overall content revolves around showcasing art exhibitions, new acquisitions, and significant contributions to the Fogg Museum's collections, as well as the events of the College Art Association of America.

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The image depicts an open book with two visible pages. The left page features an article titled "A PRINT COLLECTION" from the Saturday, Dec. 26, '25 issue of the Fogg Art Museum. The article discusses various prints, including lithographs, etchings, and engravings, that have been recently acquired by the museum. It mentions specific artists such as George Bellows, Pamela Colman Smith, and Arthur B. Davies, and highlights the growing interest in prints as a form of art. The article also notes the historical significance and the techniques used in the prints.

The right page features a formal announcement for the Fifteenth Annual Meeting of the College Art Association of America, held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., from Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, December 29-31, 1925. Below this, there is another article titled "EXHIBITION OF GIFTS TO FOGG MUSEUM" from the Art News, Saturday, Dec. 12, '25. This article describes an exhibition of recent gifts, including prints, that will be on display at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions specific gifts such as a rare print by Durer and a crucifixion scene by Rembrandt, and highlights the diverse contributions from various artists and collectors.

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The image contains a two-page spread from a publication. The left page features an article titled "A PRINT COLLECTION," detailing the lithographs, etchings, and engravings recently presented to the Fogg Museum. The article discusses the undated nature of prints and the challenge in determining their creation period due to the reuse of plates. It highlights the collection's growth, mentioning a significant acquisition of German prints, particularly focusing on works by Dürer and his contemporaries. The article notes the historical and artistic value of these prints and the efforts of collectors like Miss Ellen Bullard, whose donations have enriched the museum's collection.

The right page includes information about the Fifteenth Annual Meeting of the College Art Association of America, held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., from Tuesday to Thursday, December 29-31, 1925.

Additionally, this page features an article titled "EXHIBITION OF GIFTS TO FOGG MUSEUM." It announces an exhibition of recent gifts to the Fogg Museum, including various prints, primarily etchings and engravings from the fifteenth century to modern times. Notable donations mentioned are works by artists such as Dürer, Rembrandt, Whistler, and others, with a special emphasis on a large engraving by Dürer, the "Empörer Maximillian I." The exhibition showcases the generosity of donors and the historical significance of the pieces donated.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible, detailing an article about an exhibition of a print collection at the Fogg Museum.

Left Page:

The left page is titled "A Print Collection" and is dated Saturday, December 19, 1925. The article discusses lithographs, etchings, and engravings that have been presented to the Fogg Museum and are now on exhibit.

Key points include:

  • The collection consists of works by various artists and is a mix of different styles and periods.
  • The article mentions the personal element of the prints, which are gifts from the artist to the museum.
  • The collection includes works by prominent artists such as Dürer, Rembrandt, and Goya.
  • The article highlights the historical and artistic significance of the prints, noting their rarity and the skill of the artists.
  • It mentions that the prints are part of a growing collection that reflects the museum's dedication to preserving and showcasing fine art.

Right Page:

The right page is a notice for the "College Art Association of America Fifteenth Annual Meeting" held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association. The meeting is scheduled for December 29-31, 1925, at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y.

Key points include:

  • The meeting is a significant event for art historians, archaeologists, and philologists.
  • The notice also mentions an exhibition of gifts to the Fogg Museum.
  • The exhibition includes a print by Dürer titled "The Little Round Crucifixion," which is noted as a rare and valuable piece.

The pages are part of what appears to be a newspaper or magazine from the 1920s, featuring detailed articles on cultural and academic events.

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The image shows pages from an old newspaper, specifically two articles detailing exhibitions of prints and artworks at the Fogg Museum and a conference held by the College Art Association of America.

  1. Top Section: "A Print Collection"

    • Headline: "Saturday: Lithographs, Etchings and Engravings Which Have Lately Been Presented to the Fogg Museum and Are Now Exhibited Dec. 19, '25."
    • Content: This article discusses a collection of prints, including lithographs, etchings, and engravings, which have been donated to the Fogg Museum. The article highlights the importance of prints and the appeal of their varied techniques, such as drypoints, engravings, and etchings. It mentions that these prints are a personal element of art, often overlooked but growing in popularity. The collection features works by various artists, including Albrecht Dürer, Hans Baldung Grien, and others, showcasing a range of historical and artistic styles.
  2. Middle Section: "College Art Association of America"

    • Headline: "Fifteenth Annual Meeting in conjunction with Archaeological Institute of America and American Philological Association at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, December 29-31, 1925."
    • Content: This section describes the 15th Annual Meeting of the College Art Association of America, which is being held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, from December 29 to 31, 1925.
  3. Bottom Section: "Exhibition of Gifts to Fogg Museum"

    • Headline: "Exhibition of Gifts to Fogg Museum Art News, Saturday, Dec. 19, '25."
    • Content: This article discusses the exhibition of recent gifts to the Fogg Museum. It includes prints by German, Dutch, Flemish, Italian, Spanish, French, and American masters. Notable contributors include George Bellows, Pamela Blanshard, Benson, Arthur B. Davies, and others. The exhibition features a wide range of works, including etchings by Albrecht Dürer, such as "The Crucifixion of St. Peter" and "The Little Christ." The article also mentions a valuable etching by Goya and a gift of a sword by Miss Ellen Bullard, which is engraved with the name of Emperor Maximilian I.

The pages also show the date and newspaper details at the top and bottom, and the left side of the image shows part of another article or column. The overall content is focused on art exhibitions and academic meetings related to art history and art collections.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with yellowed pages that appear old and carefully preserved. On the right-hand side page, there is a formal printed notice titled:

"COLLEGE ART ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Fifteenth Annual Meeting
in conjunction with
ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA
and
AMERICAN PHILOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
at
CORNELL UNIVERSITY, ITHACA, N.Y.
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY
December 29-31, 1925"

The left-hand page contains a variety of newspaper clippings with small text blocks pasted onto the page. These clippings include articles and notes about art prints, exhibitions, and collections, specifically mentioning the "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and exhibitions of rare prints, engravings, and etchings.

One clipping is titled "A PRINT COLLECTION Saturday," dated Dec. 19, 1925, discussing lithographs, etchings, and engravings exhibited at the Fogg Museum. Other clippings mention rare prints from the Fogg Art Museum, including works by artists such as George Bellows and Dürer. There is also a clipping about an exhibition of gifts to the Fogg Museum.

The clippings seem to be related to art exhibitions, print collections, and cultural events from the mid-1920s, primarily focused on museum displays and notable works by classic and contemporary artists of the time. The overall theme emphasizes the presentation and appreciation of fine art prints and engravings.

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The image shows a scanned page from what appears to be a vintage book or a collection of old documents and newspaper articles. The central part of the image features a text block framed with a simple double-lined border. Inside this is the heading "COLLEGE ART ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA" followed by "Fifteenth Annual Meeting" in bold.

Below the title, it is indicated that the meeting is held in conjunction with the "ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA" and the "AMERICAN PHILOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION" at "CORNELL UNIVERSITY, ITHACA, N.Y."

The dates "TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY December 29-31, 1925" are listed, indicating that the documents are nearly a century old.

To the left is a column of text discussing a print collection by Shchukin, touching upon lithographs, etchings, and engravings that have been presented to the Toledo Museum. There's a mention of the Gazette from Saturday, Dec. 26, '25, referring to the Fogg Art Museum, outlining an exhibition of prints that spans from the fifteenth century to the present day, including works by artists such as Rembrandt and George Bellows.

On the right, below "EXHIBITION OF GIFTS AT FOGG MUSEUM," there's a small paragraph discussing rare prints by Durer from the Emperor Maximilian's Sword. The text prominently notes that it includes an "Engraving on Gold Originally Over a Sword Hilt," signifying the historical significance and rarity of the objects exhibited.

The document displays signs of wear, with yellowed pages, suggesting age and historical value. The uneven alignment of the pages also hints at the scanning process, capturing the real-world condition of the material.

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The image shows an open scrapbook with several notable contents, including newspaper clippings and a formal announcement. On the left page, there is a clipping from a newspaper titled "A Print Collection," which discusses lithographs, etchings, and engravings exhibited at the Fogg Museum from December 12 to December 25. Below this clipping, there is another smaller clipping dated Saturday, December 26, 1925, from the Gazette, discussing recent gifts to the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right page, dominating the center, is a formal announcement from the College Art Association of America about its Fifteenth Annual Meeting held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, December 29-31, 1925.

At the bottom right corner, there is another newspaper clipping titled "Exhibition of Gifts to Fogg Museum," which appears to detail special items recently given to the museum, emphasizing the rarity and significance of certain prints.

All these items are neatly clipped and pasted into the scrapbook, highlighting the importance of art exhibitions and collections at the time.

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The image shows an open book, likely a catalog or program from a historical event. The book appears to be a printed collection of articles, possibly from a newspaper or journal, as indicated by the header "A PRINT COLLECTION" and the date "Saturday, Dec. 19, 1925." The pages are filled with dense text, suggesting a formal or academic context.

Key Observations:

  1. Left Page:

    • The left page is titled "A PRINT COLLECTION" and is dated Saturday, Dec. 19, 1925.
    • The text discusses lithographs, etchings, and engravings, focusing on the artistic and historical value of prints. It mentions notable artists such as Dürer, Goya, and others, and discusses the significance of printmaking in art history.
    • The page includes a detailed description of a collection of prints, emphasizing their aesthetic and historical importance.
  2. Right Page:

    • The right page is titled "COLLEGE ART ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA" and is labeled as the "Fifteenth Annual Meeting" held in conjunction with the Archaeological Institute of America and the American Philological Association.
    • The meeting took place at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, December 29-31, 1925.
    • Below the header, there is a section titled "EXHIBITION OF GIFTS TO FOGG MUSEUM", which describes an exhibition of recent gifts to the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Dürer, Goya, and others, and highlights the significance of these acquisitions for the museum.

Layout and Design:

  • The book has a classic, vintage design with dense, typeset text typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • The pages are numbered on the left margin, indicating a structured and organized document.
  • The text is formatted in a serif font, common for formal or academic publications of the era.
  • The content appears to be a mix of art criticism, exhibition announcements, and historical commentary.

Context:

  • The document seems to be a program or catalog for an art-related event, likely associated with the College Art Association and the Fogg Art Museum. It serves as a record of the meeting and the exhibition of prints and artworks, providing insights into the art world of the time.

In summary, the image depicts a historical document from December 1925, detailing an art exhibition and a meeting of the College Art Association, with a focus on printmaking and notable artworks. The content is rich in art historical context and serves as a record of cultural and academic events from the early 20th century.