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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image is of an open page from a historical document, likely a calendar or bulletin from an educational institution, dated January 1928. The page contains several sections with various announcements and articles. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Calendar Notes:

    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Dates for concerts in Sanders Theatre are listed: January 28, February 4, February 23, March 1, March 23, and April 19, 1928.
    • Lecture on Greek Music: On January 24, Madame Eva Sikelianos will deliver a lecture on Greek music at 4:30 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Organ Recital in Appleton Chapel: A recital by Mr. Richard G. Fountain on January 29 at 8:15 p.m.
    • The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan will give a lecture on February 1 at 5 p.m. in the New Lecture Hall, discussing various art periods.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Japanese Works of Art: An exhibition of Japanese art will open on February 1, featuring works by Kano Hidehira and a watercolor by Carl Cutler.
    • Visible Gift Portraiture to Prints: Announcement of recent acquisitions including a watercolor by John Marin and a gift of portraits and prints.
  3. Collections and Critiques:

    • Fogg Shows Japanese Pottery and Painting: An article discussing an exhibition of Japanese pottery and paintings at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes works from the 17th century to the present, with notable pieces from the Kano school and the Nanga school. The article highlights the aesthetic and historical significance of the exhibited items.
  4. Art Studies:

    • Fifth Series of Essays from the Fine Arts Departments of Harvard and Princeton: A review of a series of essays on art studies, noting the scholarly contributions and the high quality of the reproductions. The review mentions specific essays and their authors, praising the depth and breadth of the content.

The page is neatly organized with clear headings and sections, providing a snapshot of cultural and academic events and activities from that period.

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The image displays a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated January 28, 1928. The page contains various news and cultural event listings.

Here are some key details from the page:

  1. Calendar Notes:

    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Scheduled in Sanders Theatre on specified evenings in February, March, and April.
    • Organ Recital: Scheduled in Appleton Chapel by Mr. Richard G. Apple on January 31.
    • Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Ten lectures on Italian Sculpture, starting February 4, at the New Lecture Hall.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition: An exhibition of Japanese works of art opens on February 1st, with notable acquisitions such as a water color by John Marin and a water color by Carl Cutler.
    • Gift Acquisition: The museum received a valuable gift from Sanford Bache, including a book titled "Gesammelte und kritischer Katalog der Kupferstiche im Besitz der Familie Bache."
  3. Collections and Critiques:

    • Fogg Show of Japanese Pottery and Painting: A special exhibition titled "Hoyt Loan Collection Makes Up Exhibit" is highlighted, showcasing the Hoyt Loan collection of Japanese pottery and painting.
  4. Art Studies:

    • Fifth Series of Essays: An announcement of the fifth series of essays from the Fine Arts Departments of Harvard and Princeton Universities is mentioned.
  5. General Articles:

    • Specific Articles: Several articles and sections are mentioned but not detailed in the snippet, including "Across Akashih," "Beyond the Isle," "Passes the boat," and "Bearing my heart."

The page showcases a blend of cultural and educational events, with a particular focus on the art and music scenes of Boston during early 1928.

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The image displays a newspaper page with various articles and sections. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Calendar Notes (Left Column)

    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Scheduled for February 9, February 23, March 1, March 29, and April 19, 1928, at Sanders Theatre.
    • Lecture on Greek Music: On Tuesday, January 24, Madame Eva Sikeliotis from Delphi, Greece, will lecture on "Greek Music" at 4:30 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Organ Recital: On Tuesday, January 31, Mr. Richard C. Appel will give a recital at Appleton Chapel at 8:15 p.m.
    • Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Professor E. R. A. Seligmann from the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, will give a series of lectures on Italian Sculpture on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. in the New Lecture Hall. The topics and dates are:
      • Feb. 8: The Fifteenth Century in Florence.
      • Feb. 15: Verrocchio and the Sculptors of North Italy.
      • Feb. 22: The Sixteenth Century.
      • Mar. 7: Bernini and the Seventeenth Century.
    • Fogg Art Museum Events:
      • On February 1, an exhibition of Japanese works of art will open, featuring recent acquisitions including a watercolor by Mr. Chikuma and a fan by Mr. Maruyama.
      • A valuable gift of prints and books from Samuel Sachs will be displayed, including works by Rembrandt, Durer, and other masters.
  2. Collections and Critiques (Right Column)

    • Fogg Shows Japanese Pottery and Painting: Describes an exhibition of Japanese art at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring the Hoyt Loan Collection. The collection includes pottery from the Kenzan and other periods, as well as paintings by Koretsune, a lesser-known artist. The exhibition also features a scroll by Sesshu, a famous Japanese painter.
  3. Art Studies (Right Column)

    • Fifth Series of Essays: Announces a series of essays from the Fine Arts Departments of Harvard and Radcliffe, including topics such as "Art Studies: Medieval, Renaissance, and Modern" by Charles H. Caffin, and "The Development of Art" by Roger Fry. The series aims to make art education more accessible to the public.

The page also includes smaller notices and advertisements, such as a mention of a "Plastic Cyclorama" and a note on the "Passing of the School of Paris," indicating shifts in the art world. The layout is structured with clear headings, dates, and descriptions, providing a comprehensive view of the cultural events and art exhibitions happening at the time.

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The image is a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript," dated Saturday, January 28, 1928. It contains various sections related to cultural events, lectures, exhibitions, and critiques. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Calendar Notes

  • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Scheduled in the Sanders Theatre on Thursday evenings, February 9, February 23, March 1, and April 19, 1928.
  • Lecture on Greek Music: On Tuesday, January 24, Madame Eva Sikelianos of Delphi, Greece, will lecture on the Division of Music and the revival of ancient Greek music at 4:30 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Organ Recital: The third recital of the series for 1927-28 is given by Mr. Richard D. Appel at Appleton Chapel, Tuesday afternoon, January 31.

The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures

Professor Eric R. D., Mellon, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry at Harvard University, is delivering a series of lectures on Italian Sculpture from Wednesday evenings at 8 PM in New Lecture Hall. The upcoming lectures include:

  • February 1: The Fifteenth Century in Florence.
  • February 8: Michelangelo and the Sculptors of North Italy.
  • February 29: The Sixteenth Century.
  • March 14: Bernini and the Seventeenth Century.

Exhibitions and Reviews

Fogg Art Museum

  • Japanese Art Exhibition: An exhibition of Japanese works of art opened on January 23, featuring watercolors by Mr. Chocorun by John Mair and other pieces.
  • Valuable Gift: The Fogg Art Museum received a valuable gift from Samuel Sachs, including prints by artists like Dürer, Schongauer, and others.

Collections and Critiques

  • Fogg Shows Japanese Pottery and Painting: The Fogg Museum has opened a special exhibition of Japanese pottery and painting. The collection, curated by Mr. Charles Bain Hoyt, showcases various important pieces from different periods and artists, including notable works by Ninsei and Kenzan.
  • Art Studies: The fifth series of essays from the Fine Arts Department of Harvard and Princeton is discussed. This series includes essays on artists such as Simone Martini, Lorenzo Monaco, and others. The article praises the scholarly work and contributions of the authors involved.

Transcript

  • Art Studies (continued): The transcript discusses the essays and their scholarly contributions, mentioning specific authors and their works on art history. It highlights the importance of these studies for the understanding of art and artists from various periods. The authors mentioned include notable scholars like Frank Jewett Mather Jr., and George H. Edgell.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or a magazine, specifically from the January 23, 1928, issue. It contains several sections and announcements related to cultural events and exhibitions.

Calendar Notes Section:

  • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Scheduled at the Sanders Theatre on Thursdays in February (9, 23), March (1, 29), and April (19).
  • Lecture on Greek Music: To be given by Madame Eva Sikeliotou on Tuesday, January 24, at 4:30 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Organ Recital in Appleton Chapel: A recital by Mr. Richard G. Appel, Curator of the Music Library of Boston Public Library, on Tuesday, January 31, at 8:00 p.m.
  • Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan will deliver a series of lectures on Italian Sculpture in the New Lecture Hall, starting February 2, with the remaining lectures on February 9, 16, 23, and March 1.

Fogg Art Museum Section:

  • Exhibition of Japanese Works of Art: An exhibition will open on February 1, with recent acquisitions including water colors by Carl Culter and John Marin.
  • Valuable Gift Pertaining to Prints: The Fogg Art Museum received a collection of prints by Dr. Max J. Friedländer, including works by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and others.

Collections and Critiques Section:

  • Fogg Shows Japanese Pottery and Painting: The Hoyt Loan Collection is being exhibited, showcasing a variety of Japanese art, including pottery and paintings. The collection features items from the Edo period and is praised for its historical and artistic value.

Art Studies Section:

  • Fifth Series of Essays from the Fine Arts Departments of Harvard and Princeton: This series, titled "Art Studies, Medieval, Renaissance and Modern," includes essays by members of the Fine Arts Departments of Harvard and Princeton Universities. The specific articles mentioned include:
    • "A Plastic Cycle" by Charles C. Moore.
    • "A Note on the Composition of Greek Vases" by Edgar W. Anthony.
    • "The Art of the Japanese Woodcut" by Walter S. Whitehill, Jr.

The page highlights the rich cultural and academic activities taking place in early 1928, with a focus on art exhibitions, lectures, and scholarly essays.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring various articles and announcements. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

Calendar Notes

Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts:

  • Dates and venues: February 9, February 23, March 1, March 23, and April 19, 1928, in Sanders Theatre.

Lecture on Greek Music:

  • Date: January 24, 1928
  • Speaker: Madame Eva Sikeliou, Curator of the Division of Music at the Fine Arts Museum in Athens, Greece.
  • Venue: Fogg Art Museum Lecture Hall.
  • Time: 4:30 p.m.

Organ Recital in Appleton Chapel:

  • Date: January 28, 1928
  • Time: 8:00 p.m.
  • Organist: Mr. Richard G. Apple, Curator of the Music Library of the Boston Public Library and Instructor in Music and Organist at the Episcopal Theological School in Cambridge.

Charles Eliot Norton Lectures

  • Dates: February to March 1928
  • Topics: Various lectures on Italian Sculpture, including:
    • February 4: The Fifteenth Century in Florence
    • February 11: The Sculptors of North Italy
    • February 18: The Sixteenth Century
    • March 4: Bernini and the Seventeenth Century

Fogg Art Museum

Exhibition of Japanese Works:

  • Date: February 1928
  • Highlights: Water colors by Chocoroma and a water color by John Marin.

Gift Pertaining to Prints:

  • A valuable gift from Samuel Sachs, including prints by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and others.
  • Items: "Geschenkte und kräftische Katalog der Schöne Künste" and "Kupferstiche im Museum."

Hoyt Loan Collection:

  • Exhibit of Japanese pottery and paintings.
  • Includes Buddhist paintings, a red celadon jar, and a white porcelain vase.

Charles Eliot Norton Lecture Series:

  • Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry at Harvard University, is giving lectures on Italian sculpture.

ART STUDIES

Fifth Series of Essays from the Fine Arts Departments of Harvard and Princeton:

  • Topics include: "Art Studies: Medieval, Renaissance and Modern" by various authors.

Collections and Critiques

  • A variety of articles and critiques of art exhibitions and works, including:
    • "Across Akashi Bay"
    • "Beyond the Isle"
    • "Passing the Boat"
    • "Bearing my Heart"
    • "Plastic Cyclops" by Professor Kuno Francke

Exhibitions and Reviews

  • An exhibition of Japanese pottery and painting at the Fogg Museum.
  • Articles and reviews of various artworks, including "The White Tower" by George de Feure, and "The Isle of Capri" by John Singer Sargent.

Art Studies Essays

  • Essays include "The Art of the Byzantine Mosaic" and "The Art of the Renaissance."

Artistic Works

  • Various art pieces and their descriptions, including "The Garden of the Hesperides" by Lawrence Alma-Tadema and "The Musician" by Jean-Baptiste Greuze.

The page is rich in cultural and artistic content, showcasing a variety of events, exhibitions, and scholarly discussions from early 1928.

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This image shows a scanned page from an old document or publication. The document appears to be of historical nature, possibly a newsletter or magazine, discussing various topics related to art and culture. Dates mentioned indicate that it is from the early 20th century, with the year 1928 visible in the content.

The top left corner has a header stating "Gazette Calendar Notes Jan. 24 ’28". The scanned page contains several sections with heading and subheadings, along with paragraphs of text beneath them, and some sections are demarcated by horizontal lines. It begins with announcements about events scheduled by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a lecture on Greek music, followed by several columns discussing different themes, such as:

  1. "January's FOGG ART MUSEUM Gazette" - which discusses an exhibition of Japanese works of art at the Fogg Art Museum, along with details about notable gifts and loans to the museum.
  2. An adjacent column titled "Collections and Critiques" - featuring discussions on Japanese pottery and painting, specifically noting a loan collection and a critique of works.
  3. Another section titled "ART STUDIES" discussing a series of essays from the Fogg Art Museum.

The text mentions specific names, such as Eric Maclagan, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, who delivers lectures, and Richard G. Appel, Curator of the Music Library and Organist, in relation to recitals.

It's worth noting that the scan includes the edge of the document's pages, indicating it is part of a bound volume. The paper seems aged with some discoloration common to old documents.

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The image shows a scrapbook or binder page filled with several newspaper clippings and typed notes related to art events, exhibitions, and lectures from early 1928.

Key elements on the page include:

  1. A "CALENDAR NOTES" section dated Jan. 21, 1928, listing upcoming cultural events such as:

    • Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts on specified Thursdays.
    • A lecture on Greek Music by Madame Eva Sikelianos on January 24.
    • An organ recital at Appleton Chapel on January 31.
    • The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures series about Italian sculpture.
  2. A prominently placed clipping titled "Collections and Critiques" dated Saturday, January 28, 1928. The headline reads "Fogg Shows Japanese Pottery and Painting." This article discusses a loan exhibition at the Fogg Museum featuring Japanese art, including pottery and paintings from the Charles Baine Hoyt loan collection. It highlights specific aspects of the exhibition and the importance of the presented works.

  3. Notes about the Fogg Art Museum announcing a Japanese art exhibition beginning February 1, including recent acquisitions like two watercolors of Mt. Chocorua by John Marin and a water color by Carl Cutler lent to the museum.

  4. An article titled "Valuable Gift Pertaining to Prints - Acquisitions on Loan," dated Jan. 28, 1928, detailing a recent gift from Samuel Sachs of New York: a collection of German prints and engravings used by Dr. Max Lehrs in preparing his work on prints. It mentions additional recent acquisitions of two watercolors of Mt. Chocorua and a Carl Cutler watercolor loan.

  5. An "ART STUDIES" section discussing a fifth series of essays from Harvard and Princeton Fine Arts Departments, covering topics like Medieval, Renaissance, and Modern art. It highlights themes of Byzantine monuments, El Greco, and other art historical subjects.

Overall, the page serves as a curated collection of announcements, reviews, and scholarly notes about art exhibitions and studies primarily associated with the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University in early 1928. The tone is formal and scholarly, focusing on art history and museum activities.

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The image shows a page from a publication titled "Collections and Critiques", dated January 28, 1928. The page is formatted as a newspaper or magazine article, with multiple sections and columns of text. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Structure:

  • The page is divided into several sections, with text arranged in multiple columns.
  • The top of the page features a header with the title "Collections and Critiques" and the date "SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 1928."
  • The page includes various subheadings and articles, such as "Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts," "Lecture on Greek Music," "Organ Recital in Appleton Chapel," and "Professor Eric R. Dodgson Lectures."

Content Overview:

Left Column:

  1. Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts:

    • Announces concerts at Sanders Theatre on Thursday evenings, February 9, February 23, March 1, and April 19, 1928.
    • Details the venue and dates.
  2. Lecture on Greek Music:

    • A lecture by Madame Eva Sikelianos on Tuesday afternoon, January 24, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Division of Fine Arts.
    • The lecture will be given at the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 p.m.
    • The topic is "Sikelianos of Delphi, Greece."
  3. Organ Recital in Appleton Chapel:

    • An organ recital by Mr. Richard G. Appel, Curator of the Music Library at the Boston Public Library and Instructor in Music and Organist at the Episcopal Theological School in Cambridge.
    • Scheduled for Tuesday, January 31, at 5 o'clock in Appleton Chapel.
    • The recital will feature works from the season of 1927–28, including pieces by Bach, Buxtehude, and others.
  4. Professor Eric R. Dodgson Lectures:

    • Lectures by Professor Eric R. Dodgson, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry at Harvard University.
    • The lectures are on Italian Sculpture, given on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock in the New Lecture Hall.
    • The course covers ten lectures, with the remaining subjects listed as follows:
      • February 8: The Fifteenth Century in Florence.
      • February 15: Verrocchio and the Sculptors of North Italy.
      • February 29: Michelangelo.
      • March 14: Bernini and the Seventeenth Century.

Middle Column:

  • Fogg Art Museum:

    • An announcement about an exhibition of Japanese works of art opening on February 1st at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibition includes recent acquisitions, with highlights such as:
      • Two watercolors by Choochori lent by John Marin.
      • A water color by Carl Cutler also lent to the Museum.
  • Fogg Art Museum Gift:

    • Details a valuable gift to the Fogg Art Museum from Samuel Sachs, consisting of a reproductive print used by Dr. Max Lehrs in his book "Geschichte und Kritik des Kataloges deutschen Kupferstichs und Holzschnits".
    • The gift includes 278 prints, many of which are unique or rare, such as impressions of works by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and others.

Right Column:

  • Collections and Critiques:

    • A review or commentary titled "Fogg Shows Japanese Pottery and Painting" by Hoyt.
    • Discusses the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of Japanese art, highlighting the museum's collection of Japanese pottery and painting.
    • Mentions the museum's opening of three rooms dedicated to Japanese art, including works from the Nirvana and Bodhisattva themes.
    • Notes the museum's acquisition of a Buddha half obliterated as it is, and the mortar about the death couch.
    • Comments on the Buddhist paintings, particularly the Hoyt collection, which includes works from the Orient.
    • Describes the Nirvana and Bodhisattva themes, noting the realistic depiction of animals and the mortar about the death couch.
    • Discusses the Buddhist paintings, including the Hoyt collection, and mentions the Nirvana theme, noting the Buddha half obliterated as it is.
    • Highlights the mortar about the death couch and the Buddha's deathbed, with realistic depictions of animals.
    • Notes the Buddhist paintings, including the Hoyt collection, and describes the Nirvana theme, mentioning the Buddha half obliterated as it is.
    • Comments on the mortar about the death couch and the Buddha's deathbed, with realistic depictions of animals.
    • Discusses the Buddhist paintings, including the Hoyt collection, and describes the Nirvana theme, noting the Buddha half obliterated as it is.
    • Mentions the mortar about the death couch and the Buddha's deathbed, with realistic depictions of animals.
  • Art Studies:

    • A section titled "Fifth Series of Essays from the Fine Arts Department of Harvard and Radcliffe", edited by the members of the Fine Arts Department of Harvard and Radcliffe.
    • Mentions the publication of essays by various authors, including A. M. Friend, Jr., and others.
    • Notes the artistic value of the essays and their contributions to the study of art.

Visual Elements:

  • The page is printed in black ink on aged, slightly yellowed paper, giving it a vintage appearance.
  • The text is typeset in a classic serif font, typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • The layout includes clear headings, subheadings, and columns, making it easy to navigate.

Overall Context:

The page serves as a cultural and artistic announcement, detailing events, lectures, and exhibitions related to music, art, and academia. It highlights the activities of the Fogg Art Museum, including exhibitions of Japanese art and the acquisition of significant prints. The content reflects the intellectual and artistic interests of the time, with a focus on classical music, sculpture, and fine arts.

Final Answer:
The image is a page from the publication "Collections and Critiques" dated January 28, 1928, featuring announcements and reviews related to cultural events, including Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts, lectures on Greek music, an organ recital, and lectures on Italian sculpture. It also details an exhibition of Japanese art at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting recent acquisitions and a significant gift of prints. The right column includes a review of the Fogg's Japanese art collection and mentions essays from the Fine Arts Department of Harvard and Radcliffe. The page is formatted in a classic newspaper/magazine style with multiple columns and headings.

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The image appears to be a spread from an old magazine or newspaper. The left page contains "Calendar Notes" with information about upcoming events and lectures, including concerts by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, lectures on Greek music, organ recitals, and art exhibitions. The right page contains an article titled "Collections and Critiques" about an exhibition of Japanese pottery and paintings at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions the loan of two water colors by John Marin and describes the contents of the exhibition, including Buddhist paintings, pottery, and other artworks. The article also discusses the significance of the exhibition and the works on display.