Ctrl-C, Ctrl-V. Rinse, repeat.
ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795157
The image shows a page from a publication, specifically the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated January 1, 1926. The page is titled "New Buildings Going Up At Harvard" and discusses the ongoing construction of several buildings at Harvard University. The text provides details about the progress of the construction, mentioning the "Straus Hall" and the "Fogg Art Museum."
There are two photographs on the page. The first photograph, labeled "Straus Hall, New Dormitory in the Yard," shows a construction site with scaffolding and a partially built structure. The second photograph, labeled "The Fogg Art Museum," depicts another construction site, also enclosed with scaffolding, likely showing the building's exterior during the construction phase.
The text and photographs give insight into the architectural efforts and the physical development of Harvard's campus during that time. The pages have a vintage appearance, with aged paper and a slightly yellowed look, indicative of the historical period in which the bulletin was published.
This image is a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," specifically page 511, discussing new buildings being constructed at Harvard University. The article is titled "New Buildings Going Up At Harvard" and details the progress of several construction projects at the university during a favorable winter in Cambridge.
The page contains two black-and-white photographs:
The text describes the progress of the construction projects, mentioning that despite some temporary interruptions, the overall conditions have been favorable. It also provides details about the Straus Dormitory, including its location, design, and the memorial common room. The article also mentions the new Fogg Art Museum and its location at the southeast corner of Broadway and Quincy Street.
This image displays an open historical scrapbook or bound volume, showcasing two pages from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 511. The pages are aged, with yellowed paper and visible wear, suggesting the document is from the early 20th century.
The spread features an article titled “New Buildings Going Up At Harvard,” detailing ongoing construction projects at the university. The text, written in a formal serif font, describes progress despite a snowy winter and mentions the involvement of prominent donors like Jose Isidor Straus, ’93, and Percy S. Straus, ’97, and Herbert N. Straus, ’03, in funding the Straus Memorial Dormitory.
Key elements visible in the article include:
Photographs: Two black-and-white photos illustrate the construction:
Headings and Clippings: There are pasted newspaper clippings or headlines above the article on the left page, notably reading “Fogg Art Museum at Harvard” and “FOGG MUSEUM PROGRESSING — Harvard Expects Completion of…”, indicating the scrapbook keeper’s interest in tracking the museum’s development.
Page Layout: The right page has a header reading “HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN 511”, confirming the source and page number. The text describes architectural details: the Straus Dormitory’s size (35x34 feet), design (paneled ceiling, wide oak floors), room features (fireplaces, deep window seats), and layout (suites with bedrooms, study, bath).
The scrapbook is held open by a clear plastic or acrylic stand, and the binding on the right-hand side shows thick, stacked pages, reinforcing that this is part of a larger collected volume focused on Harvard’s campus developments.
In summary, this artifact is a curated historical record documenting Harvard University’s construction and expansion during the winter of 1905 or shortly thereafter, with special focus on the Straus Dormitory and the Fogg Art Museum — both important additions to the campus at the time.
The image shows an open book with two pages displaying text and images. The book is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and is dated 1931. The pages are about the new buildings being constructed at Harvard University. The first page has a heading "New Buildings Going Up At Harvard" and includes a photograph of a building under construction with the caption "Stras Hall, New Dormitory in the Yard." The second page has a heading "Fogg Art Museum" and includes a photograph of a building with the caption "The Fogg Art Museum." The text on both pages provides information about the construction progress and the architectural features of the buildings.
The image shows an open book with two pages facing each other. The left page is titled "New Buildings Going Up At Harvard." It has a photograph of a building under construction and text describing the construction progress of new buildings at Harvard University. The right page is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and contains a photograph of a different building and text about a new building being constructed at Harvard.
The image shows an open book, likely a historical publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The visible pages are from an issue dated 511, and the content focuses on new buildings being constructed at Harvard University.
The book appears to be a historical document or bulletin from Harvard University, documenting the expansion and development of its campus during a specific period. The photographs provide visual evidence of the construction progress, while the accompanying text offers detailed descriptions of the new buildings and their features. The publication likely serves as a record for alumni and the university community, showcasing the growth and modernization of Harvard's infrastructure.
The image depicts an open book with a page featuring two black-and-white photographs of buildings under construction at Harvard University. The left page displays a photograph of a building with a large yard, accompanied by the text "Straus Hall, New Dormitory in the Yard." The right page shows a photograph of a building with a tree in front, accompanied by the text "The Fogg Art Museum."
The book appears to be an old edition of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, as indicated by the title "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" in the top-right corner of the right page. The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a scanned or digitized version of the book.
Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the construction of new buildings at Harvard University in the past, specifically highlighting the Straus Hall and the Fogg Art Museum.
This image presents a page from an old book or journal, featuring two black-and-white photographs of buildings under construction at Harvard University. The left photograph depicts the Straus Hall, New Dormitory in the Yard, while the right photograph shows the Fogg Art Museum.
The page is yellowed with age and features text on both sides, although the text is not legible due to its small size and faded appearance. A white strip with black text reading "Fogg Art at Harvard" is visible in the top-left corner, accompanied by a small black-and-white logo. The background of the image is a plain gray color.
The image depicts an open book with yellowed pages, featuring a two-page spread from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" that showcases two photographs and accompanying articles.
The left page is headed by the title "New Buildings Going Up At Harvard," accompanied by a photograph of a building captioned "Straus Hall, New Dormitory in the Yard." The article discusses the construction of new buildings at Harvard University, including Straus Hall, a dormitory designed by architects S. Straus and Herbert N. Straus.
The right page continues the article, featuring a photograph of another building captioned "The Fogg Art Museum." The article provides details about the construction of the Fogg Art Museum, including its design and features.
The book appears to be an old publication, likely from the early 20th century, given the style of the photographs and the content of the articles. The yellowed pages suggest that the book has been aged over time. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the book and its contents.
The image presents a vintage, open book featuring two pages from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The left page is titled "New Buildings Going Up At Harvard" and includes a black-and-white photograph of Straus Hall, accompanied by the caption "Straus Hall, New Dormitory in the Yard." The right page is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and features another black-and-white photograph of the Fogg Art Museum, with the caption "The Fogg Art Museum."
Key Features:
Overall Impression:
The image suggests that the book is an archival or historical document, possibly from the early 20th century. The content of the pages indicates that it is related to Harvard University, specifically highlighting new buildings under construction. The photographs provide a visual record of the construction progress, offering a glimpse into the university's development during that time period.