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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the Boston Herald, dated January 10. The page contains several articles and images related to art and history.

  1. Top Section - Images of Madonnas:

    • There are two photographs of sculptures titled "The Crega Madonna" by Giovanni Bellini.
    • The left image shows the restored Madonna sculpture at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge.
    • The right image shows the original Madonna sculpture in Italy, as photographed before it left that country.
  2. Middle Section - Article on Ivan Meštrović:

    • The article, titled "Ivan Meštrović Gifts to Fogg Art Museum," discusses the donation of works by Ivan Meštrović, a renowned Croatian sculptor.
    • Meštrović, described as "the greatest living sculptor," donated several pieces to the Fogg Art Museum, including a marble portrait of his mother, two wood reliefs, a bronze plaster cast, and six drawings.
    • The article mentions Meštrović's background, including his early life in Dalmatia, his apprenticeship to a master mason, and his later studies in Vienna and Paris.
    • It highlights his achievements, such as being the first living sculptor to have a one-man show at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and his current position as the Rector of the Academy of Art in Zagreb.
  3. Bottom Section - Article on Meštrović's Exhibition:

    • The article from the Cambridge Tribune, dated January 10-16, discusses the exhibition of Meštrović's works at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • It mentions the same details about Meštrović's background and the pieces donated to the museum.
    • The article also notes that Meštrović was a professor at Syracuse University and that his works have been exhibited in various prestigious museums.
  4. Bottom Right - Image of Camping Scene:

    • There is a photograph titled "Camping Near Lake Ohrid."
    • The caption mentions that a watercolor recently acquired by the Fogg Art Museum depicts this scene, which is from the collection of Professor Paul A. Shoumatoff.

The page overall highlights the significance of Ivan Meštrović's contributions to the art world and the acquisition of his works by the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper clipping or a magazine article, showing several segments related to the artist Ivan Mestrovic.

  1. Boston Herald (January 10, continued):

    • Two images are featured side by side. The left image shows a sculpture titled "The Crepsi Madonna" displayed at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge. The right image shows the same Madonna but in its original location in Milan, Italy.
    • The caption under these images reads "The Crepsi Madonna of Giovanni Bellini, a masterpiece long owned in Milan, Italy, as photographed before it left that country."
  2. Fogg Art Museum Article (Harvard University Gazette):

    • A detailed article about Ivan Mestrovic is provided. It notes that he is known as the "greatest phenomenon among Yugoslav sculptors" and has joined the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The article mentions that the works loaned by Mestrovic include a portrait of his mother, a bronze plaster cast, and six drawings. It describes his life and career, noting he was born in Slavonia in 1883, spent his childhood in Dalmatia, and was apprenticed to a master in Split. Later, he studied in Vienna and had his first public exhibition in 1902. He is now the Rector of the Academy of Art in Zagreb.
  3. Cambridge Tribune (January 16, 1926):

    • Another article from the Cambridge Tribune mentions the Mestrovic exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights that Mestrovic was called the "greatest phenomenon among Yugoslav sculptors," and his works, including a portrait of his mother, are displayed.
    • It also touches on his previous exhibitions and mentions that he was born in Slavonia and spent his childhood in Dalmatia, training in Split and Vienna.
  4. Watercolor Illustration:

    • There is a black-and-white watercolor illustration captioned "Camping Near Lake O'Hara." It portrays a scenic outdoor camping setup, presumably in a mountainous or forested area, suggesting a tranquil and picturesque location.

Overall, the page is a compilation of articles and images related to Ivan Mestrovic, his sculptures, and his contributions to the art world, with a focus on his exhibitions and notable works.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album that contains newspaper clippings and photographs. The page is titled "Boston Herald, Jan 10 (continued)" at the top.

The first clipping at the top features two photographs of the same artwork, "The Crespi Madonna of Giovanni Bellini," a renowned piece that was once owned in Milan, Italy, before it left the country. The description under the images provides details about the artwork.

Below that, there is an article from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated January 18, 1926, titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM." The article discusses the works of Ivan Meštrović, a world-renowned Yugoslavian sculptor, whose works are being featured at the Fogg Art Museum. The text describes Meštrović's background, his early life, and his education in art, as well as the specific pieces on display, which include a portrait of his mother, two wooden reliefs, a bronze plaster cast, and six drawings. It also mentions that Meštrović was the first recipient of the Academy of Arts in Zagreb.

The next clipping is from the "Cambridge Tribune" dated Sunday, January 17, 1926, with the headline "MESTROVIC EXHIBITION AT FOGG ART MUSEUM." This article reiterates details about Ivan Meštrović and his works on display at the Fogg Art Museum, similar to the previous article.

The final image at the bottom of the page is a photograph titled "CAMPING NEAR LAKE O'HARA." The description beneath the photograph indicates that it is a watercolor rendering, and it captures a scenic camping site near Lake O'Hara. The description also praises the beauty and uniqueness of the landscape.

The page is filled with information about art and cultural exhibits, as well as a beautiful natural scene, reflecting the interests of the person who compiled the page.

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The image shows an old newspaper page from the Boston Herald, dated January 10. The page features an article about an exhibition at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, focusing on the works of Ivan Mestrovic, a renowned Yugoslav sculptor.

Key Elements:

  1. Headline and Date:

    • The newspaper is the Boston Herald, dated January 10 (continued from a previous page).
  2. Photographs:

    • There are two photographs of a sculpture titled "The Cregu Madonna":

      • One image shows the restored version of the sculpture, displayed at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
      • The other image shows the same sculpture before restoration, previously owned in Italy.
    • Another photograph at the bottom right shows a campsite near Lake O'Hara, described as an ideal spot for water-color painting.

  3. Article Text:

    • The article discusses Ivan Mestrovic, a famous Yugoslav sculptor who was invited to Harvard to deliver the Charles Eliot Norton lectures in poetry. Mestrovic is noted for being one of the greatest living sculptors and a master in various mediums, including wood, bronze, and marble.
    • The exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum features a collection of Mestrovic’s works, including plaster casts and drawings.
    • The article mentions Mestrovic's background: he was born in Slavonia, trained in various European cities, and had his first public exhibition in Vienna in 1902.
  4. Advertisement:

    • There is an advertisement for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, promoting the Mestrovic exhibition, which will remain open for the next two weeks.
  5. Caption Details:

    • Detailed captions under the photographs provide context about the artwork and the artist.

Overall, the page provides both a visual and textual overview of Ivan Mestrovic’s contributions to art and his exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or clipping book dated January 1926, featuring articles and photographs related to the Fog Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge.

  1. Headline and Clippings:

    • The page includes a headline "Boston Herald, Jan 10" and mentions that it is a continuation of an article.
    • The main subject of the articles is the exhibition of works by Ivan Mestrovic, a renowned sculptor.
  2. Images:

    • There are two photographs of the "Crepi Madonnas":
      • The first image shows a Madonna and Child sculpture currently at the Fog Art Museum.
      • The second image shows another version of the "Crepi Madonna" by Giovanni Bellini, a masterpiece that was long owned in Milan, Italy.
    • There is another photograph of a watercolor painting titled "Camping Near Lake O'Hara" by Mestrovic, which is noted to be in the collection of the Fog Art Museum.
  3. Text Articles:

    • The first article discusses Ivan Mestrovic's exhibition at the Fog Art Museum. Mestrovic, a world-famous Yugoslav sculptor, was noted for his contributions to sculpture. The article mentions several pieces loaned by Mestrovic, including portraits of his mother, father, and childhood home, a bronze plaster cast, and six drawings.
    • The second article, from the Cambridge Tribune dated January 16, 1926, provides further details about the exhibition, including that it features several examples of Mestrovic's work and is part of a tour arranged by the Brooklyn Museum. The article also notes that Mestrovic was born in Dalmatia and studied in Vienna, where he had his first public exhibition in 1902. He is currently the Rector of the Academy of Art in Zagreb.
  4. Additional Notes:

    • The clippings include handwritten annotations and dates, indicating that they were collected and possibly archived for reference.

The overall content focuses on showcasing Mestrovic's work and the significance of his exhibition at the Fog Art Museum.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, specifically the Boston Herald from January 10, along with clippings from Harvard University Gazette from January 1926. The main focus of the content appears to be on the sculptor Ivan Mestrovic and his exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Headline and Context:

    • The Boston Herald article is titled "Boston Herald Jan. 10 (continued)".
    • The clippings discuss Mestrovic's exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge.
  2. Images of Artworks:

    • Two photographs of "The Crespí Madonnas" are displayed. The left image shows a Madonna holding a child, noted as restored and now hanging at the Fogg Art Museum. The right image shows another version of "The Crespí Madonna of Giovanni Bellini," which was previously owned in Milan, Italy.
  3. Mestrovic Exhibition Details:

    • The clippings detail Mestrovic’s contributions to the Fogg Art Museum, including several sculptures and drawings.
    • Mestrovic, described as the world-famous Yugoslav sculptor, was called by Rodin "the greatest phenomenon among living sculptors." The objects loaned to the Fogg Art Museum include a portrait of his mother, two wooden reliefs, a bronze plaster cast, and six drawings.
    • Mestrovic was born in Slavonia in 1883 and apprenticed to a master mason in Split. His first public exhibition was in Vienna in 1902, and he has since been recognized internationally.
  4. Cambridge Tribune Clipping:

    • The Cambridge Tribune from January 16, 1926, also covers the Mestrovic exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing his international acclaim and the significance of his works.
  5. Artwork Description:

    • A watercolor titled "Camping Near Lake O'Hara" by Emily Carr is also mentioned, indicating that the Fogg Art Museum houses diverse artworks.
    • The text mentions that Carr's work is noted for its mastery, even surpassing European works in its own right.

Overall, the pages provide detailed information about the exhibition of Ivan Mestrovic’s artworks at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting his artistic contributions and the historical context of his works.

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This is a page from a scrapbook or an old book containing several newspaper clippings and images. The top section of the page is dedicated to two identical images of an artwork captioned as "The Crespi Madonna as it now hangs, restored, at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge." Below these images are sections of text with titles such as "Fogg Art Museum" and "Cambridge Tribune." A portion of another section references an artist's work that served as inspiration for Rodin. At the bottom of the page is an image captioned "Camping Near Lake O'Hara" along with a description mentioning a watercolor and an artist. The appearance of the page suggests it is from a vintage source, likely a compilation of various art-related articles and reproductions.

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The image is a page from an old scrapbook or album, which includes two photographs side by side of the Crespi Madonna by Giovanni Bellini as it now hangs restored at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, and its prior condition as it was photographed before it left Milan, Italy. Below the photographs are three articles clipped from newspapers or magazines. The first article is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and describes the work and history of Ivan Mestrovic, a renowned sculptor. The second article from the Cambridge Tribune discusses the Mestrovic exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The final clipping is a photograph with the caption “CAMPING NEAR LAKE O'HARA,” describing a watercolor recently acquired by the Fogg Art Museum, noted for its mastery.

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The image shows an old scrapbook page with newspaper clippings and photographs related to art. At the top, there are two side-by-side black-and-white images of a Madonna and Child painting. The left image is labeled "The Crespi Madonna as it now hangs, restored, at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge." The right image is labeled "The Crespi Madonna of Giovanni Bellini, a masterpiece long owned in Milan, Italy, as photographed before it left that country."

Below these images are newspaper clippings with articles from the Harvard University Gazette and the Cambridge Tribune, detailing an exhibition and information about Ivan Mestrovic, a world-famous Yugoslav sculptor whose works are loaned to the Fogg Art Museum.

At the bottom right of the page, there is a black-and-white photograph of camping near Lake O'Hara, showing a scene with tents and a person sitting by a fire in a wooded area. The caption describes it as a watercolor recently acquired by the Fogg Art Museum, praised as "Perhaps as masterly as any water-color by Sargent in existence."

Overall, the page documents art exhibits, specifically focusing on the Crespi Madonna and an exhibition of Ivan Mestrovic's work, accompanied by a nature-themed artwork.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog page featuring a collection of photographs and accompanying text. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Photographs:

    • Top Left: A photograph titled "The Crespi Madonna as it now hangs, restored, at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge." The image shows a sculpture of a woman (likely the Madonna) holding a baby, dressed in dark robes. The sculpture appears to be a restored piece, and the photograph is framed with ornate borders.
    • Top Right: A photograph titled "The Crespi Madonna of Giovanni Bellini, a masterpiece long owned in Milan, Italy, as photographed before it left that country." This image shows a similar Madonna and Child composition, also framed with decorative borders. The photograph appears to be a historical reproduction of a painting or artwork.
    • Bottom Right: A smaller photograph titled "CAMPING NEAR LAKE O'HARA." This image depicts a scenic outdoor setting with trees, a body of water (likely Lake O'Hara), and a few figures, possibly campers, in the foreground. The photograph is described as a water-color reproduction.
  2. Text:

    • Top Header: The page is labeled "Boston Herald" with the date "Jan. 10 (Continued)", indicating that this is part of a newspaper or periodical article.
    • Middle Left: A section titled "Harvard University Gazette" dated "Saturday, Jan. 16, 1926", featuring an article about the "Fogg Art Museum". The article discusses Ivan Meštrović, a renowned Yugoslav sculptor, and mentions his works displayed at the Fogg Art Museum. It includes details about his life, notable sculptures (such as a bronze plaster cast of his mother), and his academic achievements.
    • Middle Right: A smaller section titled "Cambridge Tribune" dated "Saturday, Jan. 16, 1926", also referencing the "Fogg Art Museum" and Meštrović's exhibition. This text provides additional context about the artist's background, his time in Dalmatia, and his academic roles.
    • Bottom Right Text: A caption beneath the "CAMPING NEAR LAKE O'HARA" photograph describes it as "A water-color reproduction, of which it has been said, 'Perhaps as masterly as any water-color by Sargent in existence.'" This suggests the photograph is a high-quality reproduction of an original watercolor.

Design and Style:

  • The page has a vintage, historical aesthetic, typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • The photographs are framed with ornate borders, adding a formal and artistic touch.
  • The text is typed in a classic serif font, consistent with the design of newspapers or academic journals from the 1920s.
  • The layout is structured, with clear headings, subheadings, and captions, making it easy to follow.

Overall Impression:

The page appears to be a curated collection of art-related content, combining historical photographs of significant artworks (such as the Crespi Madonna and Bellini's Madonna) with articles about notable artists (Ivan Meštrović) and a scenic landscape photograph. The inclusion of detailed captions and contextual information suggests that this page is part of a larger publication focused on art, culture, and exhibitions. The design and content reflect the scholarly and artistic interests of the early 20th century.