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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795222

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The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine, dated July 10, 1926. The page contains several articles and a photograph. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Harvard University Summer School Lectures:

    • The article discusses the commencement of the Harvard Summer School lectures, which began on Wednesday.
    • It mentions that nearly 100 courses are available, covering a wide range of subjects including science, literature, history, and more.
    • Notable instructors and their respective courses are listed, such as Professor Arthur Kyle Davis teaching English literature and Professor Frank H. Vizetelly teaching journalism.
  2. X-Ray Pictures of Europe for Fogg Museum:

    • This article reports on the acquisition of X-ray photographs of European masterpieces by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.
    • The X-rays reveal underdrawings and changes made by artists, providing insights into their creative processes.
    • The article highlights the significance of these X-rays in art history and education.
  3. Article on Art:

    • The article discusses a mural painting titled "The May Stairway at Elmwood" located in a church in Boston.
    • It describes the mural's depiction of a New England scene and its historical significance.
    • The mural was painted by Francis Russell Hart, a member of the National Academy of Design.
  4. Additional Articles:

    • There is a brief mention of an X-ray revealing a master's work, specifically a first painting by Rembrandt.
    • Another article discusses the discovery of a new painting by Rembrandt under an old painting in a New York museum.
  5. Photograph:

    • The photograph shows a stairway with a mural on the wall. The mural depicts a serene outdoor scene with trees and a pathway, adding a decorative and artistic touch to the stairway.

The page is part of a larger publication, likely focusing on educational and cultural topics, with a particular emphasis on art and academic activities at Harvard University.

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The image displays an open, yellowed newspaper, likely from the mid-20th century, with various articles and photographs. The left page features an article about the beginning of Harvard Summer School lectures on Wednesday, along with a list of instructors and courses offered. Another article on this page discusses X-ray analysis revealing details of a master's work on a painting in the Fogg Art Museum. The right page contains an article with a large photograph titled 'LOOKING UP THE MAIN STAIRWAY AT ELMWOOD.' The article describes the historical Elmwood, a 1798 mansion in Cambridge, highlighting its architectural features, the collection of American antiques, and paintings, including a portrait by John Singer Sargent. The text is slightly faded but generally legible, and the layout is typical of older newspapers with columns and headings in bold. The photograph captures an elegant interior space with a grand staircase.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, featuring several articles and headlines. Here’s a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Main Headline (Left Side):

    • "Harvard University School Lectures Began Wednesday"
      • The Harvard Summer School commenced its week-long session with around 1,700 students from various parts of the world attending lectures.
      • Courses cover fields like liberal arts and education, with notable lecturers including Francis L. Braceland, Francis M. Rackemann, and others from prestigious institutions.
      • Approximately 140 courses are offered, with 50 of these being introduced for the first time.
  2. Sub-Article:

    • "To X-Ray Pictures of Europe for Spectators at Art Museum"
      • The Fogg Art Museum will display X-ray photographs of famous paintings to reveal underlying sketches and modifications made by artists.
      • Alan Burroughs, a research fellow at the museum, will give a lecture series on this topic, showing how X-rays can uncover the true creative processes behind masterpieces.
  3. Main Article (Right Side):

    • "X-Ray Reveals Master's Work"
      • This piece complements the sub-article on the left, detailing how X-ray technology is used to analyze and understand the techniques of famous artists.
  4. Sub-Article (Bottom Right):

    • "Looking Up the Main Stairway at Elmwood"
      • The article describes Elmwood, the historic home of the poet James Russell Lowell, which is painted in a unique and colorful style.
      • The house has been maintained with a vivid color palette, reflecting its historical and artistic significance.
  5. Photograph:

    • The image includes a photograph of an elegant interior stairway, presumably at Elmwood, showing the detailed architecture and décor.

Overall, the newspaper page provides insights into academic events at Harvard, advancements in art analysis through technology, and a glimpse into the historical residence of a notable literary figure.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the Harvard University Cambridge Tribune, dated Saturday, July 10, 1926. The page includes several articles and headlines:

  1. Harvard Summer School Lectures Began Wednesday:

    • The Harvard Summer School opened for its usual eight-week session on Wednesday.
    • The school offers about 140 courses, with 50 courses intended primarily for teachers.
    • New instructors include Francis L. Babbott, director of secondary education in Pennsylvania, and others from various universities and schools.
    • Notable courses include those in history, philosophy, English literature, and psychology.
    • The article mentions several professors and their respective courses, such as Dr. George L. Kittredge, Dr. John Franklin James, and Dr. Charles H. Forbes.
  2. X-Ray Reveals Master's Work:

    • The Fogg Art Museum experts have used X-rays to reveal the work of a master painter in a painting by an unknown artist.
    • This discovery was made in Europe, where X-rays are expected to reveal more about the hidden artistic layers of European paintings.
  3. Looking Up the Main Stairway at Elmwood:

    • An image is included showing the main stairway at Elmwood, a historic house.
    • The article discusses the architectural style and historical significance of the house, noting the elaborate design and the preservation of its colonial-era features.
    • The house is described as having been built by Charles Lowell, a minister of the West Church in Boston.
  4. Art:

    • A brief note mentions an upcoming exhibition or lecture related to art, likely at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page includes photographs and illustrations, such as the image of the stairway at Elmwood and possibly an image of a painting being analyzed with X-rays. The text is formatted with headlines and subheadings, providing clear sections for each article.

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The image appears to be a page from an old newspaper, specifically the Cambridge Tribune from July 10, 1926. The page includes several articles and a photograph.

  1. Headline Articles:

    • Harvard University Summer School Lectures Began Wednesday:
      This article discusses the commencement of the Harvard Summer School, which started its annual eight-week session on Wednesday. The school offers around 140 courses, primarily in the liberal arts and sciences, with a focus on providing courses for teachers. Notable instructors include Francis L. Barton, who will lecture on the history of education, and several others from various universities and schools, including the University of Chicago, Columbia University, and others.

    • To X-Ray Pictures of Europe:
      This article mentions that the Fogg Art Museum is expecting a series of X-ray pictures of European masterpieces, which will be on display. These pictures reveal the underpaintings and techniques used by the artists, offering a deeper insight into their creative processes.

  2. Other Sections:

    • Physical Education:
      There is a mention of a course in Physical Education for Harvard freshmen, which includes swimming, gymnastics, and other activities.

    • Art:
      A brief mention of the upcoming lecture series in art, likely related to the Fogg Art Museum.

  3. Photograph:

    • Elmwood:
      The photograph is captioned "Looking Up the Main Stairway at Elmwood." It depicts the interior of a historical house, specifically the staircase. The accompanying text describes the house's architecture, its historical significance, and the colonial style of the home, which is now owned by Charles Lowell, minister of the West Church in Boston.
  4. Side Articles:

    • X-Ray Reveals Master's Work:
      This article discusses the use of X-rays to reveal the underlying layers of paintings by famous artists, providing insight into their techniques and processes.

The overall content of the newspaper page provides a snapshot of academic and cultural activities at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum in 1926, highlighting educational courses, historical insights into art, and architectural details of notable buildings.

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The image shows a page from the Cambridge Tribune newspaper dated Saturday, July 10, 1966. The page contains several articles and a photograph.

  1. Harvard Summer School Lectures Began Wednesday:

    • This article describes the commencement of the Harvard Summer School lectures on Wednesday. It mentions that the school offers 140 courses and 50 courses primarily for teachers. Notable instructors include Francis L. Barot, a director of secondary education, and others from various universities and colleges.
  2. X-Ray Reveals Master's Work:

    • This section features an article about the findings from X-ray imaging of artwork, specifically highlighting the revelation of hidden layers in European paintings. It notes that such techniques have helped uncover the original underpinnings of famous artworks.
  3. To X-Ray Pictures of Europe:

    • This article discusses the expectation of using X-rays to uncover more details and history in European artworks. It mentions the ongoing work at the Fogg Art Museum to reveal more about the masterpieces.
  4. Art:

    • A brief article about a piece of art, possibly from the same or another section, likely focusing on an artwork's discovery or historical significance.
  5. Photograph:

    • The central part of the page includes a photograph titled "Looking Up the Main Stairway at Elmwood". The image depicts an exterior view of a historic building with a view of the main staircase. Elmwood is noted to have a rich history, with its architecture reflecting colonial times and various styles of New England mansions.

Overall, the page is a mix of educational news, art discoveries, and a historical photograph, reflecting both academic and artistic themes.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with yellowed newspaper clippings and articles pasted on the pages. The visible page has several columns of text and two main clippings.

  1. On the left side, there is a newspaper article titled "HARVARD SUMMER SCHOOL LECTURES BEGAN WEDNESDAY" from the Cambridge Tribune dated Saturday, July 10, 1926. It discusses the start of Harvard Summer School lectures, the number of students attending, and some of the instructors.

  2. In the middle, there is a black-and-white photograph showing a staircase inside a building with a mural painted on the wall beside it. Below the photo, a caption reads, "LOOKING UP THE MAIN STAIRWAY AT 'ELMWOOD'." The accompanying text describes Elmwood, its historical significance as the home of James Russell Lowell, and details about the mural which features scenes of Colonial times in Cambridge along with Old New England mansions and harbor views.

  3. At the top right corner, a small clipped section of a newspaper is partly visible with the headline "X-RAY REVEALS MASTER'S WORK."

The overall tone is historical and educational, focusing on Harvard and associated cultural or artistic subjects. The page looks aged, possibly from an early 20th-century scrapbook or archival collection.

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This image shows an open book with two visible pages, and within the right page, there’s an inset of a photograph. The left page of the book contains text and is titled "HARVARD UNIVERSITY" at the top, followed by various articles about Harvard Summer School lectures that began on a Wednesday, mentioning subjects and professors involved. There’s also text about courses in Physical Education under new instructors and a mention of a master's work revealed by X-ray at a museum.

The right page has a headline "X-RAY REVEALS MASTER'S WORK" and a subheading that mentions a painting by Poynter under newer tests. However, the focal point of the page is the black and white photograph captioned "LOOKING UP THE MAIN STAIRWAY AT 'ELMWOOD.'" The photograph shows an elegant and grand staircase in a house, featuring architectural details consistent with a historic building. The written content on both sides is somewhat faded and aged, indicating that the book itself is likely to be quite old.

The book appears well-thumbed, with slight damage and some yellowing of the pages, suggesting wear and age. The spine of the book is visible at the top of the image, and it seems to be placed on a surface that’s not visible in the photograph. The image captures a sense of historical context, shedding light on both the subjects presented in the book and the vintage nature of the book itself.

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The image shows an open scrapbook with yellowed pages. On the left page, there are cut-out newspaper clippings. The topmost clipping is from "Cambridge Tribune," dated Saturday, July 10, 1926, and it discusses Harvard University's summer school lectures that began Wednesday. Another article is titled "X-RAY REVEALS MASTER'S WORK."

On the right page, there is a black-and-white photograph attached and part of a larger article. The photograph depicts the main stairway at "Elmwood," showcasing an elegant stairway with artwork on the wall and architectural details such as railings and steps. The article beneath the photograph explains the scene and provides historical context about "Elmwood."

This scrapbook seems to be a collection of historical documents and images, specifically related to Harvard University and possibly other notable topics from the era.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a newspaper or magazine, showing two facing pages with text and an accompanying illustration. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

  • Headline: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY" at the top, followed by "Cambridge Tribune" and the date "Saturday, July 10 '26."
  • Subheadline: "HARVARD SUMMER SCHOOL LECTURES BEGAN WEDNESDAY."
  • Content: The left page contains an article discussing the Harvard Summer School, detailing its commencement on Wednesday. It mentions that the school opened with six weeks of lectures and courses, including topics in the liberal arts, education, and various academic fields. The article lists several professors and their respective lectures, such as:
    • James B. Conant, Director of the School of Education at Harvard University.
    • Franklin J. Keller, Principal of the High School of Commerce in New York City.
    • Dr. Daniel W. Laing, Professor at the State Normal School in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
    • Dr. Joseph Pignatelli, Professor of Romance Languages at the University of California.
  • Additional Section: Below the main article, there is a smaller section titled "X-Ray Pictures of Europe for Spectacular Discoveries are shortly expected at the Fogg Art Museum." This section discusses the anticipation of X-ray images revealing hidden details in European artworks at the Fogg Art Museum.

Right Page:

  • Headline: "X-RAY REVEALS MASTER'S WORK" and a subheading: "Fogg Art Museum Experts Find Painting by Pourbus Under Newman Kwan."
  • Content: This page discusses an archaeological or art historical discovery made using X-ray technology. It mentions that experts at the Fogg Art Museum have identified a painting by Pourbus hidden beneath another work attributed to Newman Kwan.
  • Illustration: A black-and-white photograph is prominently displayed in the center-right portion of the page. The image shows the interior of a grand, historic house, specifically labeled as "LOOKING UP THE MAIN STAIR AT 'ELMWOOD.'" The photograph captures an elegant staircase with ornate railings and a high ceiling, suggesting a luxurious and well-preserved colonial or early American mansion.
  • Caption and Description: Below the illustration, there is descriptive text that elaborates on the setting. It mentions that the house, Elmwood, is located in Cambridge and was once a harbor with an old fishing village. The text highlights the historical significance of the house, noting its connection to early settlers and its transformation over time. It also describes the interior decor, including vibrant colors and detailed craftsmanship, and mentions that the house was inherited by Charles Lowell, minister of the West Church in Boston.

Overall Layout:

  • The book has a vintage aesthetic, with yellowed pages and a slightly worn spine visible on the left edge.
  • The text is typeset in a classic serif font, typical of early 20th-century print media.
  • The illustration is monochromatic, consistent with the era's photographic style.

Key Elements:

  1. Harvard Summer School Article: Focuses on academic lectures and faculty at Harvard.
  2. X-Ray Discovery Article: Highlights an art historical find using X-ray technology.
  3. Photograph of Elmwood: Provides a visual representation of a historic mansion's interior, emphasizing its architectural and historical value.

This image captures a snapshot of early 20th-century academic and cultural news, blending educational updates with artistic discovery and historical preservation.