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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a vintage publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, dated Saturday, November 20, 1926. The content includes various articles and announcements related to art, music, and events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.

Here are the main sections visible in the image:

  1. Art and Music Section: This section includes an article titled "Art and Music" by Marion Todd, discussing a performance by Margaret Deneke, a choir master from Lady Margaret's Hall, Oxford. The article mentions a lecture titled "Dance Forms in Music" and refers to selections from composers like Bach, Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Brahms, and Tschaikowsky. Another piece mentions the Elshuco Trio, a musical group from New York, and their performance in Cambridge.

  2. Fogg Art Museum: An article in this section highlights an exhibition of works of art collected by Harvard and Radcliffe students, showcasing drawings, prints, paintings, and examples of the minor arts. The exhibition, arranged by Mr. James J. Rorimer, is described as a great success and will remain open through November 26.

  3. Lectures and Events: The page also includes a list of lectures and events for the coming week, such as an illustrated lecture on "Chinese Painting" by Lawrence Binyon, a physical colloquium on "Electron Spin and Molecular Motion," and lectures on "Educational Ideals and Reforms in European Countries, especially in Germany, since the World War."

  4. Exhibitions: There are mentions of exhibitions at various locations, including the Children's Museum, Widener Library, and the Fogg Museum, with details about the collections and artworks on display.

  5. Union Lectures: Announcements for lectures at the Harvard Union include a talk by Colonel Laurence Driggs on "Our Mastery of the Air."

  6. The Art News: This section features a report about an exhibition of mediaeval cook books given by Marietta Greenough of Cambridge to Widener Library and now in its Treasure Room.

  7. Harvard University Calendar: This section lists events open to the public, including lectures and performances, with details about dates, times, and locations.

  8. An Ad: There is an advertisement for Thomas Defty, an agent in New York City.

  9. Additional Announcements: The page also includes a notice about the opening of an exhibition of mezzotints at the Copley Gallery and a mention of a unique exemplar of the Dante, published in Venice, with fine illuminations by Piero da Fighino.

  10. Transcript: At the bottom of the page, there is a transcript for an event on Monday, November 22, 1926, which discusses the acquisition of an ancient oak ceiling for the Fogg Museum.

The page is filled with a variety of texts, indicating a rich program of cultural events and exhibitions at Harvard in 1926.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with several clippings from newspapers and magazines, dated Saturday, November 20, 1926. The clippings are arranged on a light brown or beige page, and the background is a plain, light-colored surface. The clippings cover a variety of topics related to art, music, and cultural events. Here is a detailed description of the clippings:

  1. Cambridge Tribune, Saturday, Nov. 20, '26:

    • Art and Music (By Marion Todd): Discusses a performance by Margaret Denek, a choral master of Lady Margaret's Hall, Oxford, England, given in Paine Hall. The performance included selections from various composers.
    • Chinese Painting: Mentions a lecture by Lawrence Binyon, an authority on Chinese art and an official of the British Museum, on Chinese painting.
    • Elshuco Trio: Describes a performance by the Elshuco Trio in Paine Hall, featuring Willem Kroll, Willem Willeke, and Aurelio Giorino.
    • To Those Who Cook: Announces an exhibition of mediaeval cook books given by Marietta Greenough of Cambridge to Widener Library.
    • Events of the Coming Week Exhibitions: Lists various exhibitions, including ship models from Allan Forbes' collection at the Children's Museum, and mediaeval cooking books at Widener Library.
    • Harvard University Calendar: Provides a schedule of events open to the public at Harvard University, including lectures and services.
  2. Gazette, Saturday, Nov. 20, '26:

    • FOGG ART MUSEUM: Describes an exhibition of works of art collected by Harvard and Radcliffe students, including drawings, prints, paintings, and examples of the minor arts.
    • MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22: Lists several events at Harvard University, including a lecture on "Chinese Painting" by Mr. Laurence Binyon, a Physical Colloquium on "Electron Spin and Molecular Motion" by Professor E. C. Kemble, and a lecture on "Our Mastery of the Air" by Colonel Laurence Driggs.
  3. The Art News, Saturday, Nov. 20, '26:

    • Discusses various art exhibitions and events, including a collection of watercolors by Louise Wood Wright at Grace Horne's Gallery, and an exhibition of facsimile reproductions after paintings, drawings, engravings, and photographs after sculpture by competent artists at the Fogg Museum.
  4. Agent, Thomas Defty: A small advertisement for "Finest examples of Dearth and Dessar" at 58 West 57th St., New York.

  5. Ancient Ceiling for Fogg Museum: Mentions a carved oak ceiling dating from the fifteenth century, taken from a chateau at Dijon, France, to be placed in a room at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

  6. Mr. Henri Bau: A clipping about an illuminated book of the XIIIth, XIVth, and XVth centuries, published in Venice with many fine illuminations by Piero da Fighino.

The page is neatly arranged with the clippings glued or pasted onto the scrapbook page, and there is some handwriting and annotations visible on the page.

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This image displays an open, aged newspaper, specifically the Cambridge Tribune, dated Saturday, Nov. 20, 1926. The newspaper is shown spread open across two pages, with visible yellowing and wear on the paper and binding, suggesting its historical age.

The content is entirely text-based, formatted in classic newspaper columns, and focuses on cultural, academic, and social events in or related to Cambridge, Massachusetts, during that period. The main sections visible are:

  1. Art and Music (By Marion Todd):

    • Reports on an art lecture by Margaret Denckes on "Dance Forms in Music."
    • Highlights Lawrence Binyon, a British authority on Chinese art, giving a lecture on “Chinese Painting” at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Events of the Coming Week:

    • A brief column listing local exhibits and lectures, including:
      • An exhibit of children’s toys and models at the Cambridge Public Library.
      • A lecture by Rev. Paul Revere Frothingham at the First Parish Church.
      • A public lecture on “French Art” by Prof. Gaston Migeon at the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Gazette. Sat. Nov. 20.’26. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22:

    • A calendar of upcoming university and museum events, such as:
      • A Board of Overseers meeting.
      • An illustrated lecture by Mr. Laurence Binyon on “Chinese Painting.”
      • A physical colloquium on “Electron Spin and Molecular Motion.”
      • A Harvard Union lecture, “Our Mastery of the Air,” illustrated by lantern slides.
      • A lecture by Dr. Fritz Kellermann on educational reforms in Europe post-WWI.
  4. The Art News. Saturday, Nov. 20. ‘26.:

    • Highlights exhibitions and acquisitions, including:
      • Fine examples of “Death and Desire” from the collection of William H. Singer, Jr., featured in the Boston Art Club.
      • Watercolors and silk drawings at Grace Horne’s Gallery.
      • A group of tiny models of ancient Egyptian coffins at the Fogg Museum.
      • An exhibition at the Boston Art Club to be shown in November.
      • An opening at the Schermer Gallery and the Boston City Club.
  5. Advertisement / Announcement: “See inside also…”:

    • Promotes the upcoming publication of “Mr. Henri Bauh’s” book, A Unique Exemplar of the Dante, scheduled for release on December 6th, 1926.
    • Notes it will be published in French, Italian, Flemish, German, and Dutch, “With Many Fine Illustrations by Piero da Fighina.” Experts named include M. Arthur Sambon.
  6. Transcript. Monday, Nov. 22, ’26.:

    • A short item titled “Ancient Ceiling for Fogg Museum,” which reports that a carved oak ceiling from a 15th-century château in Blois, France — once owned by French monarchs — is being sold to Harvard University for the Fogg Museum. The ceiling will be installed as part of a main-floor room’s renovation.

Additional Details:

  • A small box at the bottom left identifies Agent, THOMAS DEFTY, 88 West 37th St., New York.
  • The right-hand page is partially visible and appears to have an advertisement titled “BOSTON...” and part of another column titled “Spring,” suggesting more content beyond what’s fully shown.
  • The overall tone is scholarly and cultural, reflecting the interests of the local university community and art world.

In essence, this is a historical snapshot of cultural life in Cambridge in 1926, centered around Harvard, the Fogg Art Museum, and the broader art and educational community.

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The image is a spread from an old newspaper, showing the pages dated November 20, 1926. The newspaper is titled "Gazette" and "Cambridge Tribune." The left page features a section titled "Art and Music" by Marion Todd, which includes articles about various art exhibitions and events happening in Cambridge, such as the performance of Margaret Danrke and the exhibition of works by Harvard and Radcliffe students at the Fogg Art Museum. The right page has a section titled "The Art News," which provides updates on art exhibitions and events, including the display of medieval cook books at the Cambridge University Library and the Fogg Museum's exhibition of colored woodcuts. Additionally, there are advertisements for upcoming events, such as lectures and exhibitions, and a section titled "See inside also," which likely refers to additional content within the newspaper.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or a magazine, specifically from Saturday, November 20, 1926. The page is filled with various articles and advertisements, each separated by horizontal lines.

The top of the page features a section titled "Art and Music" by Marion Todd, discussing an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. This section mentions the performance of Margaret Drinker, a choir master, and an exhibition of works by art students. It also highlights the presence of ultra-modernist art and mentions a lecture by Mr. Laurence Binyon on Chinese painting.

Below this, there is a section titled "The Art News," which provides updates on various art exhibitions and events, including a lecture by Professor E. C. Kemble on "Our Mastery of the Air" and another by Dr. Fritz Kellermann on educational reforms in European countries, particularly Germany.

Further down, there is an advertisement for an illustrated book titled "A Unique Example of the Dante in Venice," published by Pierro da Figgi. This advertisement is followed by a section titled "Transcript," which appears to be a transcript of a lecture or event, possibly related to the art exhibitions mentioned earlier.

The layout of the page is typical of early 20th-century publications, with columns of text and occasional illustrations or advertisements. The text is printed in a serif font, which was common for newspapers and magazines of that era. The page also includes some decorative elements, such as horizontal lines separating different sections and a small illustration accompanying the advertisement for the illustrated book.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the cultural and artistic events of the time, highlighting the importance of art exhibitions, lectures, and publications in the intellectual and cultural life of the period.

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The image depicts an open newspaper dated Saturday, November 20, 1926, featuring multiple sections and articles. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Structure

  • The newspaper is divided into several columns and sections, with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The top of the page prominently displays the Cambridge Tribune logo and the date.
  • The page is organized into distinct sections, including:
    • Art and Music
    • Fogg Art Museum
    • Casette Sat Nov. 20, 26
    • The Art News
    • Transcript Monday, Nov. 22, 26

Content Overview

1. Art and Music

  • By Marion Tedd: This section discusses an evening event held at Margaret Margaret's Hall, Paine Hall, on Monday, November 22, 1926. It highlights a performance by Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, featuring selections from their works. The event is described as a "Music Success," and the article includes details about the performers, such as Toscanini and Toscanini’s wife, Margherita del Giudice.
  • Chinese Painting: A brief mention of an exhibition of Chinese art, noting its popularity and the involvement of local authorities.

2. Fogg Art Museum

  • Exhibition of Prints: This section announces an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing works collected by Harvard and Radcliffe students. The exhibition includes drawings, prints, paintings, and examples of minor arts, such as silverwork and textiles. The article emphasizes the diversity of the collection and notes that it represents work by some of the best students.
  • Exhibition Details: The exhibition, curated by Professor Jacques R. Riner, includes over 1,000 objects submitted by students in a course on "Museum Work and Museum Problems." It will remain open through November 26.

3. Casette Sat Nov. 20, 26

  • Board of Overseers Meeting: This section lists upcoming events and lectures at Harvard University:
    • Illustrated Lecture on Oriental Prints and Drawings: A lecture by Mr. Laurence Binyon of the British Museum, Fogg Art Museum, scheduled for November 22 at 2 P.M. in University Hall.
    • Physical Colloquium: A lecture titled "Electron Spin and Molecular Motion" by Professor E.C. Kemble, scheduled for November 22 at 4:30 P.M. in Room 3, Fogg Art Museum.
    • Harvard Union Lecture: A lecture on "Our Mastery of the Air" by Colonel Laurence Driggs, illustrated by lantern slides and motion pictures, scheduled for November 22 at 7:30 P.M. in Harvard Union.
    • Lecture on European Countries: A lecture titled "Educational Ideals and Reforms in Germany: Preparation for the World War II" by Dr. Fritz Kellemann, scheduled for November 20 at 8 P.M.

4. The Art News

  • Exhibition at the Fogg Museum: This section describes an exhibition of works by Louise Wood Wright, featuring watercolors, drawings, and photographs. The exhibition includes works by other artists such as Grace Horne, Samuel Stewart, and Alfred H. Burr. It is noted that the exhibition will continue until December 6.
  • Exhibition by Henri Bau: A mention of an upcoming exhibition of works by Henri Bau, scheduled for December 6, 1926, at the Fogg Museum. The text highlights Bau’s work in French, Italian, Flemish, German, Dutch, and illuminated books.

5. Transcript Monday, Nov. 22, 26

  • Ancient Ceiling for Fogg Museum: This section discusses the acquisition of an ancient oak ceiling dating from the fifteenth century for the Fogg Museum. The ceiling, originally from the University of Paris, France, is described as massive and historically significant, dating from the Renaissance period. It was purchased for the museum and is intended for installation in one of the multi-room spaces.

Visual Elements

  • The page features typed text in a classic newspaper format, with clear headings, subheadings, and columnar layout.
  • There are no images or illustrations visible in the section shown; the content is purely textual.
  • The text is dense and formatted in a traditional newspaper style, with columns of text and various article titles.

Additional Notes

  • The page includes contact information for an agent, Thomas Defty, located at 88 West 57th Street, New York.
  • There is a small advertisement or note at the bottom right corner mentioning See inside also Mr. Henri Bau, indicating a related exhibition or feature.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of cultural and academic events from November 1926, focusing on art exhibitions, lectures, and museum acquisitions at institutions like the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University.

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  • The image shows a single page from a scrapbook or bound newspaper, full of small newspaper clippings pasted onto a yellowed page.
  • The clippings are arranged in columns and boxes, with several headings in bold serif type.
  • The main center piece is a clipping headed “Gazette. Saturday, Nov. 20, ’26. FOGG ART MUSEUM,” describing an exhibition in the Print Room of the Fog (Fogg) Art Museum and related works.
  • Surrounding clippings cover various art-and-music notices, lectures, and university announcements, mentioning people like Mr. Laurence Binyon and Professor E. C. Kemble, as well as references to Harvard University and the Fogg Museum.
  • The page has an old, aged look: beige-yellow paper, with rough-cut clipping edges and small, dense text.
  • Overall, it appears to be a historical record of art events and notices from the early 20th century.

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The image is of a scrapbook or archival page containing clippings from newspapers or printed materials, dated around November 20–22, 1926. The clippings pertain to art, music, lectures, and exhibitions. There are articles, notices, and reviews about performances, museum exhibits, and educational events held at Harvard University and other institutions.

Some notable features of the page include:

  • "Art and Music" section discussing events and performances.
  • Reference to events at the Fogg Art Museum, including an illustrated lecture on Chinese painting by Laurence Binyon.
  • Information on lectures such as "Electron Spin and Molecular Motion" by Professor E.C. Kemble and Colonel Laurence Driggs's talk on air service.
  • Details about an art exhibition featuring ancient ceiling paintings.
  • Notices about art displays, lectures, and museum work, including coverage in publications like The Art News.

The clippings are carefully arranged on the page, and the content suggests a deep interest in arts and education from the time period. Handwritten notes or annotations, such as the date "Saturday, Nov. 20, '26," are also visible, adding a personal touch to the archival effort.

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This image depicts a scanned page from what appears to be an old newspaper or journal that is focused on art and music. The page includes various sections with text in different formats, including news articles, event listings, and adverts. Specific sections and items on the page include:

  • A section on the top left titled "Art and Music" from the Cambridge Tribune, dated Saturday, November 20.
  • A section on the top right corner that reads "FOG ART MUSEUM" from Gazette, Saturday, November 20.
  • Various event announcements for different dates with titles such as "ILLUSTRATED LECTURE" and "Museum Course."
  • An article titled "The Art News, Saturday, Nov. 20. '26." featuring an inset box referencing Mr. Henri Bauj, with further text visible on the next page.
  • A paragraph mentioning the "Harvard University Calendar", listing events and lectures.
  • Advertisements such as one for a book titled "To Those Who Cook" by Marion Harland and "First example of Dutch and Dessert Glass".
  • The name and address of an agent, Thomas Defty, located at 58 West 57th St., New York.
  • Partial views of other articles or information can also be seen but are cut off due to the page layout.

The newspaper page has clearly aged, evident by its coloration and the creased edges suggesting it's been bound into a collection or archived in a book format.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page containing various newspaper clippings. The clippings are related to art and cultural events, predominantly dated around November 20, 1926.

  1. Cambridge Tribune, Saturday, Nov. 20, '26:

    • The first clipping, titled "Art and Music," features commentary by Marion Todd. It discusses a lecture by Lady Margaret Hall from Oxford on "Dance Forms."
    • The column mentions the exhibition of Chinese paintings at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Gazette, Saturday, Nov. 20, '26:

    • Another clipping titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" notes the exhibition in the Print Room, showcasing artworks collected by Harvard and Radcliffe students.
    • It details upcoming events and lectures at Harvard University, including talks by Laurence Binyon on Chinese Painting, Professor E.C. Kemble on Electron Spin and Molecular Motion, and Colonel Laurence Briggs on "Our Mastery of the Air."
  3. The Art News, Saturday, Nov. 20, '26:

    • This clipping provides commentary on American pottery and general art observations.
    • It mentions exhibitions at various galleries, including the Grand Central Art Galleries, showing works by diverse artists.
  4. Transcript, Monday, Nov. 22, '26:

    • This clipping titled "Ancient Ceiling for Fogg Museum" discusses a recently acquired ceiling dating from the European medieval period, intended for the Fogg Museum of Art.
  5. Harvard University Calendar:

    • Provides dates and times for various educational lectures and events open to the public.
  6. Miscellaneous Clippings:

    • Various smaller clippings throughout the page reference art shows, lectures, notable figures in the art world, and events, contributing to a rich tapestry of cultural activities of the time.

Overall, the scrapbook page offers a snapshot of the vibrant art and cultural scene at Harvard University and within Cambridge, Massachusetts, in late November 1926.