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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

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This image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from Harvard University, dated October 28, 1926. The content of the page is divided into several sections, each providing information about various events, exhibitions, and activities at the university.

Left Column:

  1. Headline: "Student Art Treasures Are to Be Shown at Fogg Museum"

    • This article announces an upcoming exhibition of student-owned art objects at the Fogg Art Museum. It is scheduled to open on November 12, and the deadline for submitting objects is November 7. The purpose of the exhibition is to stimulate interest in art collecting as a hobby.
  2. Transcripts of Lectures:

    • A transcript dated Saturday, October 30, 1926, mentions a lecture titled "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts" at the Fogg Museum. The speaker is Dr. E.A. Lowe, a lecturer in paleography at Oxford University.
    • Another transcript dated Friday, October 29, 1926, details Dr. E.A. Lowe's talk on "Modern Forgery at Fogg Next Tuesday."

Right Column:

  1. Organ Recitals:

    • This section mentions a series of organ recitals open to the public, scheduled for different dates in 1926-1927 in Appleton Chapel.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The Fogg Art Museum is featured, highlighting an exhibition of "Living Art" reproductions after paintings, drawings, and engravings. These reproductions are gifts from Alfred H. Barr and Jere Abbott, graduate students at Harvard. The exhibition includes works by contemporary artists like Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, and Matisse, and will close on November 8.
  3. Graduate School of Education: Community Chorus:

    • Details about a community chorus organized for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, open to all qualified members of the University. It meets on Wednesday evenings, and the chorus will hold its meetings in Lawrence Hall, Room 20.
  4. Harvard College Library:

    • This section provides information about special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts on display in the Treasure Room and Widener Room. It mentions specific exhibits such as the memorials of Charles William Eliot, gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman, Princeton University, and bindings from the Angling Collection.

The page is well-organized, with clear headings and a mix of news articles, event announcements, and information about the university’s cultural and academic activities.

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This image features a collection of newspaper clippings and printed notices from Harvard University, dated around 1926. The clippings are pasted on a page, and the text is in black on a white background. Here is a summary of the contents:

  1. Student Art Treasures: An announcement from The Crimson, dated Wednesday, October 27, 1926, about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum. It invites students to loan their own art objects for display, with the purpose of stimulating interest in art collecting as a hobby. The exhibition will open on November 12 and close on November 8.

  2. Transcript, Saturday, October 30, 1926: A notice about a lecture at the Fogg Museum titled "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts" by Dr. E. A. Lowe, a lecturer in palaeography from Oxford University and a research associate of the Carnegie Institution in Washington. The lecture is scheduled for Tuesday, November 2, at 4:30 P.M.

  3. Transcript, Friday, October 29, 1926: A similar notice to the one above, reinforcing the details of Dr. E. A. Lowe's lecture on modern forgeries at the Fogg Museum.

  4. Organ Recitals: Information about a series of organ recitals open to the public, to be given during the season of 1926-27 in Appleton Chapel. The recitals are scheduled for five o'clock on the following Tuesday afternoons: November 30, December 14, January 25, February 15, March 29, April 26, and May 24.

  5. Fogg Art Museum: A section discussing the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of "Living Art," featuring facsimile reproductions of works by contemporary artists. The exhibition includes works by Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, Charles Demuth, and others. The exhibition closes on November 8.

  6. Graduate School of Education: A notice about a community chorus organized for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, but open to all members of the University and qualified persons outside the University. The chorus meets on Wednesday evenings and is connected to Professor Davison's course on singing in schools and communities.

  7. Harvard College Library: Information about special collections and selected groups of books and manuscripts on exhibition in the Treasure Room and the Widener Room. The exhibits include memorials of Charles William Eliot, gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman, documents related to the early history of Harvard College, and bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing.

The page is numbered 36 and has a header indicating it is from "Harvard University." The clippings and notices are neatly arranged and appear to be part of a scrapbook or archive.

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This image displays a scanned page from a Harvard University publication, likely a student newspaper or official bulletin, dated for the 1926–27 academic year. The page is printed on aged, yellowed paper and features several distinct announcements arranged in columns, with bold headlines and smaller body text.

The key announcements on the page are:

  1. "STUDENT ART TREASURES ARE TO BE SHOWN AT FOGG MUSEUM" (Crimson): This notice invites students from Harvard and Radcliffe who own objects of art interest to submit them for a special exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, scheduled to open on November 12. The exhibition aims to stimulate interest in art collecting as a hobby, and while the term "objects of artistic merit" is broad, items with intrinsic artistic value are preferred. The deadline for submission is November 7.

  2. "Organ Recitals": A series of public organ recitals will be held at Appleton Chapel at 5:00 PM on the following Tuesdays: November 30, December 14, January 25, February 15, March 29, April 26, and May 24.

  3. "FOGG ART MUSEUM": The museum is currently displaying reproductions of “Living Art” — including facsimiles of paintings, drawings, engravings, and photographs after sculpture by contemporary artists. These reproductions are a gift from Harvard graduate students Alfred H. Barr and Jere Abbott. The exhibition, arranged by Mr. Barr, includes representative work by Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, and Charles Demuth, and will close on November 8.

  4. "GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION — Community Chorus": A chorus for men and women in the Graduate School of Education (and open to other qualified persons) has been organized in conjunction with Professor Davison’s course, Education M17-18. It meets on Wednesday evenings and is directed by Professor Davison and students. The chorus provides practice in conducting and enjoys the study of the best choral music. Rehearsals are held at 8:00 PM in Lawrence Hall, located on Kirkland Street, with Room 20 in the rear of the building.

  5. "HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY — In the Treasure Room": The library’s Treasure Room and Widener Room periodically exhibit special collections. The current exhibitions include:

    • Memorials of Charles William Eliot.
    • A few gifts received from Charles Chauncy Stillman, '98.
    • Princeton University-related items.
    • Books and documents relating to the Early History of Harvard College.
    • Bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing, '82.
  6. "Transcript, Sat., Oct. 30, 1926" (Lecture at Fogg Museum): On Tuesday, November 2 at 2:40 PM, Dr. E. A. Lowe (research associate of the Carnegie Institution and lecturer at Oxford since 1913) will deliver a lecture titled “Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts.” The lecture will be open to the public.

  7. "Transcript — Friday, Oct. 29, '26" (Oxford Savant at Harvard): Dr. E. A. Lowe will also give a talk on “Modern Forgeries at Fogg Next Tuesday.”

The page is a snapshot of campus life in 1926, showcasing cultural events, academic offerings, and library exhibitions at Harvard University. The text is formatted with clear headings and a mix of serif and sans-serif typefaces, typical of early 20th-century print media. A blue ink line has been drawn vertically through the "Organ Recitals" section, likely by a previous reader.

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The image appears to be a scanned document, likely a university bulletin or newsletter, containing various announcements and articles. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The document is divided into several sections, each with a distinct header. The headers include "Organ Recitals," "FOGG ART MUSEUM," "GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION," "HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY," and "Transcript."

"Organ Recitals": This section announces a series of organ recitals scheduled for the following Tuesday afternoons: November 5, December 14, January 29, February 25, and May 26. The recitals will take place in Appleton Chapel at five o'clock.

"FOGG ART MUSEUM": This section informs readers about an exhibition of "Living Art" at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition features a series of reproductions of sculptures, photographs of living art, and engravings. The exhibition includes works by Alfred Barr, Jerome A. Gitt, and graduate students from Harvard. The exhibition is open until November 7.

"GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION": This section provides information about a community chorus, led by Professor Davison, which is open to all members of the university. The chorus offers study and enjoyment of best choral music and will meet at 8 a.m. in Lawrence 30. Additionally, it mentions that Professor Davidson will conduct evening sessions for students in the course.

"HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY": This section highlights special collections and selected groups of books and manuscripts available for examination in the library. It includes the Memorials of Charles William Eliot, Memorials of Harvard University, Princeton documents, and books and documents related to the Early History of Harvard College. It also mentions a binding from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Pearing.

"Transcript": This section contains a transcript of a talk given by Dr. E. A. Lowe on Modern Forgery at Harvard University. The talk is scheduled for Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. at Oxford University, where Dr. Lowe will discuss the history of forgeries in the Bodleian Library and recent lectures on the subject.

Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive source of information for students and faculty at Harvard University, covering various academic, cultural, and library-related events and resources.

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The image is a composite of several printed documents, likely from a newspaper or bulletin, featuring announcements and information related to Harvard University. The documents are dated from the early 20th century, specifically October 1926.

Document 1: Student Art Treasures Are To Be Shown At Fogg Museum

  • Title: "Student Art Treasures Are To Be Shown At Fogg Museum"
  • Date: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 1926
  • Content: This section announces an exhibition of student art at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition will be open from November 10 to 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The purpose of the exhibit is to stimulate interest in art, primarily as used in a broad sense to embrace paint, sculpture, and textiles. The exhibit will include various artistic mediums such as paintings, drawings, frescoes, brassware, bronzes, and textiles. The announcement specifies that while any artistic medium may be accepted, those having intrinsic art value will be prioritized. Students are encouraged to submit their cherished bits of art, but the actual market price has no bearing on the exhibit. All objects for the exhibition should be submitted before November 7.

Document 2: Organ Recitals

  • Title: "Organ Recitals"
  • Content: This section announces a series of organ recitals, open to the public, to be held at five o'clock on the following Tuesday afternoons: November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, and December 7, 14, 21, and 28. The Fogg Art Museum is showing a series of reproductions of "Living Art," including facsimile reproductions of sculpture, engravings, photographs after sculpture, and contemporary artists. Representative works of Picasso, Derain, Maillol, and Archipenko are mentioned. Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, Charles Demuth, and Alfred H. Barr and Jero Abbott are cited as gifts to the museum from Mr. Barr. The exhibition will close on November 6.

Document 3: Graduate School of Education

  • Title: "Graduate School of Education"
  • Content: This section announces community choirs, a chorus especially for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, which is open to all members of the University but also to others not connected with Professor Davison's course, Education M17-18 (Singing in Schools and Courses). The choirs will offer their study and enjoyment of Professor Davison's conducting for the students in the course and will offer all its members study and enjoyment of best choral music. The choirs will meet at 8 a.m. and Room 20 in the rear of the building.

Document 4: Harvard College Library

  • Title: "Harvard College Library"
  • Content: This section announces special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts of ancient times, now on and in the Widener Room, and are changed from time to time. In the Treasure Room, the following items are listed:
    1. Memorials of Charles William Eliot.
    2. A few of the gifts received in the Treasure Room and in the Widener Room.
    3. Prints and documents relating to the early history of Harvard College.
    4. Bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing, '82.

Document 5: Transcript - Friday

  • Title: "Transcript - Friday"
  • Content: This section contains a transcript of a talk by Dr. E. A. Lowe on Modern Forgery at Fogg, given in the Carpenter Hall of the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. Dr. Lowe has been a lecturer at Oxford University and is now at the Institute for Advanced Study at Princeton. The transcript mentions his works and contributions to the study of ancient classics.

Analysis and Description

The documents collectively provide a snapshot of academic and artistic activities at Harvard University in October 1926. The announcements cover a wide range of events and exhibitions, from student art shows and organ recitals to specialized library collections and scholarly lectures. Each section is tailored to inform the university community about upcoming events, fostering an environment rich in cultural and educational opportunities. The detailed descriptions and specific dates indicate a well-organized schedule aimed at engaging students, faculty, and the public in various intellectual and artistic pursuits.

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The image is a scanned page from a historical document, likely a university bulletin or newsletter, dated October 30, 1926. It is from Harvard University and contains several announcements and details about campus events, exhibitions, and academic activities. Here is a detailed description:

Header and Layout

  • The page is formatted with a clean, typewritten layout typical of early 20th-century printed materials.
  • The header at the top indicates it is from Harvard University.
  • The page is divided into several sections, each detailing different events, exhibitions, and announcements.

Main Sections and Content

1. Student Art Treasures Exhibition

  • Title: "STUDENT ART TREASURES ARE TO BE SHOWN AT FOGG MUSEUM"
  • Details:
    • An exhibition of student art will be open at the Fogg Museum on November 12.
    • The exhibition is part of a call for Wednesday Evening Issues, with a deadline of October 27 at 4 p.m.
    • The exhibition aims to stimulate interest in art collecting among students.
    • Art Objects: Students are invited to submit works of art, including paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, watercolors, bronzes, and prints. The term "art merit" is defined as the value of the object in the eyes of the artist, not its market value.
    • Submission Deadline: Objects must be submitted before November 7.
    • Exhibition Hours: The exhibition will be open from Monday to Thursday, 2 to 5 p.m., and on Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

2. Organ Recitals

  • Title: "Organ Recitals"
  • Details:
    • A series of organ recitals will be held at Appleton Chapel at 5 o’clock on specific Tuesday afternoons:
      • November 30
      • December 14
      • January 23
      • February 13
      • March 29
      • April 26, and May 24.
    • The recitals are open to the public.

3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition

  • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
  • Details:
    • The Fogg Art Museum is showcasing reproductions of paintings, drawings, and engravings done after works by contemporary artists.
    • The exhibition includes:
      • Living Art: Reproductions after paintings.
      • Facsimile Reproductions after drawings and engravings.
      • Photographs after sculpture, gifted by contemporary artists.
    • The exhibition features works by notable artists such as:
      • Picasso
      • Derain
      • Maillol
      • Archipenko
      • Gaston Lachaise
      • Matisse
      • Charles Demuth
      • And other modern artists.
    • The exhibition is described as being "close on modern art."

4. Graduate School of Education – Community Chorus

  • Title: "GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – Community Chorus"
  • Details:
    • A chorus has been organized for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, but it is open to all qualified members of the University and the public.
    • The chorus is connected with Professor Davison’s course, Education M17–18 (Singing in Schools and Communities).
    • Meetings will be held on Wednesday evenings, directed by Professor Davison.
    • The chorus will offer students the opportunity to study and enjoy the best choral music.
    • The chorus will meet at 5 p.m. in Lawrence Hall on Kirkland Street, and Room 20 is located in the rear of the building.

5. Harvard College Library

  • Title: "HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY"
  • Details:
    • The library features special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts, which are always on exhibition in the Treasure Room and the Widerer Room.
    • These exhibitions are changed from time to time.
    • The current exhibition in the Treasure Room includes:
      1. Memorials of Charles William Eliot.
      2. A few of the gifts received from Charles Chauncey Stillman, '98.'
      3. Princeton University Books and documents relating to the Early History of Harvard College.
      4. Bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing, '82.'

6. Additional Announcements

  • Transcript, Sat., Oct. 30, 1926:

    • Mentions a lecture at the Fogg Museum titled "Lecture on the Subject of an Illustrated Lecture will be at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on Friday, November 5, at 4:30 p.m."
    • The lecture will be delivered by Dr. T. A. Lowe, a lecturer in philology at Oxford University.
    • The lecture is part of a series on "Modern Forgeries at 430 Texts" and will focus on forgeries of ancient texts.
  • Oxford Savant at Harvard:

    • Dr. E. A. Lowe, lecturer in palaeography at Oxford University, will lecture at the Fogg Museum on Tuesday, November 9, at 4:30 p.m..
    • The lecture is titled "Forgery at Lowe to Talk on Modern Forgeries at 430 Texts."
    • Dr. Lowe is described as a research associate of the Carnegie Institution at Washington since 1913 and an honorary lecturer at Oxford since 1914.
    • His published works include:
      • "The Beneventan Script"
      • "The Bobbio Missal"
      • Commentaries on some notable ancient classics.

Visual Elements

  • The page includes typewritten text with clear headings and subheadings.
  • There are no images or illustrations on the page; it is purely textual.
  • The layout is organized into distinct sections, each with its own title and details.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger document, as indicated by the page number "36" at the top right corner.

Overall Context

The document serves as an informational bulletin for Harvard University students, faculty, and the public, announcing upcoming events, exhibitions, lectures, and academic activities. It highlights the university’s commitment to the arts, music, education, and research, showcasing a variety of cultural and intellectual offerings available to the campus community. The inclusion of details about student art exhibitions, organ recitals, and lectures by distinguished scholars reflects the vibrant academic and cultural life at Harvard in the 1920s.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a column of text about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The page is yellowed and has a vintage appearance.

  • The top of the page has the words "HARVARD UNIV" in black text.
  • Below that, there is a column of text that reads: "STUDENT ART TREASURES ARE TO BE SHOWN AT FOGG MUSEUM. Caversham Weekly Issues Call for Loan of Student Owned Art Objects Oct. 27."
  • Further down the page, there is another column of text that reads: "FOGG ART MUSEUM. The Fogg Art Museum is now showing a series of reproductions of 'Living Art,' - 'Facsimile reproductions after paintings, drawings, and engravings, and photographs after sculpture, by contemporary artists.' These reproductions are a gift to the Museum from Alfred H. Barr and Jere Abbott, graduate students at Harvard, and the exhibition has been arranged by Mr. Barr."
  • The next column of text reads: "GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION. Community Chorus. A chorus especially for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, but open to all other members of the University and to properly qualified persons not members of the University, has been organized in connection with Professor Davison's course, Education M17-18 (Singing in Schools and Communities). This chorus meets on Wednesday evenings and will be directed by Professor Davison and by students in the course. It will provide practice in conducting for the students in the course and will offer all its members study and enjoyment of the best choral music. The chorus will meet at 8 p.m. in Lawrence 20. Lawrence Hall is on Kirkland Street and Room 20 is in the rear of the building."
  • The final column of text reads: "HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY. Special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts are always on exhibition in the Treasure Room and in the Widener Room, and are changed from time to time. At present there may be seen: In the Treasure Room 1. Memorials of Charles William Eliot. 2. A few of the gifts received from Charles Chauncey Stillman, '98. 3. Princeton University. 4. Books and documents relating to the Early History of Harvard College. 5. Bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing, '82."

The page appears to be from a newspaper or magazine that was published in the early 20th century, based on the style of the text and the content of the articles. The page is yellowed and has a vintage appearance, suggesting that it is an old document.

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The image appears to be a page from an old newspaper or journal, featuring a collection of articles and announcements related to Harvard University. The page is yellowed with age, indicating that it may be several decades old.

Articles and Announcements

  • Fogg Art Museum: The article announces the opening of the Fogg Art Museum on November 12, with an exhibition of works collected by students at the University and Radcliffe. It also mentions that the museum will be open to the public during the season of 1926-27 in Appleton Chapel at five o'clock on Tuesdays afternoons.
  • Graduate School of Education: The article discusses the Graduate School of Education, which is open to all other members of the University and to properly qualified persons not members of the University. It also mentions that the school has been organized in connection with Professor Davison's course, Education M17-18 (Singing in Schools and Communities).
  • Harvard College Library: The article lists special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts that are always on exhibition in the Treasure Room and in the Widener Room, and are changed from time to time.
  • Student Art Treasures: The article announces that student art treasures will be shown at Fogg Museum on Wednesday, October 27, 1926. It invites students who own objects of art interest and who are willing to exhibit them to consult Mr. J. J. Rorimer in the Fogg Print Room on Monday from 10 to 11 o'clock, Wednesday from 2 to 3:15, and on Thursday from 11 to 12.
  • Organ Recitals: The article announces a series of organ recitals, open to the public, which will be given during the season of 1926-27 in Appleton Chapel at five o'clock on the following Tuesday afternoons: November 30, December 14, January 25, February 15, March 29, April 26, and May 24.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the academic and cultural activities at Harvard University in the 1920s, highlighting the university's commitment to art, education, and community engagement.

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The image is a yellowed page from a Harvard University publication, likely a newspaper or newsletter, featuring various announcements and articles.

The page is divided into several sections, each with its own heading and content. The main articles are about the Fogg Art Museum, including an exhibition of student art treasures and a series of organ recitals. Other sections include announcements for lectures, concerts, and events at the Harvard College Library and the Graduate School of Education.

The text is written in a formal, serif font and is arranged in a clear and organized manner, with headings and subheadings used to distinguish between different sections. The overall design of the page suggests that it was created in the early 20th century, likely during the 1920s.

The page provides a glimpse into the cultural and academic life of Harvard University during this period, highlighting the university's commitment to the arts and education. The inclusion of various events and exhibitions suggests that the university was actively engaged in promoting artistic and intellectual pursuits among its students and faculty.

Overall, the image presents a nostalgic and informative look at Harvard University's past, offering insights into the university's history and cultural heritage.

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The image presents a yellowed page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring various articles and announcements. The page is divided into sections, each with its own distinct content.

Top Section:
In the top-right corner, a blue pencil mark is visible, accompanied by the text "HARVARD UNIVERSITY" in bold black font. Below this, two columns of text provide information about upcoming events at Harvard University.

Middle Section:
The middle section features three articles:

  • Fogg Art Museum: An announcement about an exhibition of student art treasures at the Fogg Museum, including works collected by students at the University and Radcliffe College.
  • Graduate School of Education: A notice about a community chorus for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, open to all other members of the University and properly qualified persons not members of the University.
  • Harvard College Library: A description of special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts on exhibition in the Treasure Room and the Widener Room.

Bottom Section:
The bottom section includes two additional articles:

  • Transcript of Friday, October 28, 1927: An announcement about a lecture by Dr. E.A. Lowe on "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts" at the Fogg Museum.
  • Oxford Savant at Harvard: A notice about Dr. E.A. Lowe's talk on modern forgery at the Fogg Museum.

Overall, the image provides a snapshot of cultural and educational events at Harvard University in 1927, highlighting exhibitions, lectures, and performances that were taking place during that time.