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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 795594

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The image shows a page from a Harvard University calendar or bulletin dated Tuesday, January 24. The page is divided into several sections, each containing different types of information. Here's a detailed summary:

Top Section:

  • Faculty of Arts and Sciences - Special Meeting in University 5, 4 P.M.
    • Lecture: "Greek Music" by Madame Eva Sikelianos of Delphi, Greece.
    • Location: Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, 1:30 P.M.

Middle Section:

  • Art and Architecture:
    • The American Architecture of To-day by George Harold Edgell
      • Illustrated. Price: $6.00.
      • An analysis of American architecture from the late nineteenth century to the early twentieth century.
    • The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings by John C. Van Dyke
      • Limited edition, illustrated. Price: $12.00.
      • A scholarly work on Rembrandt's drawings and etchings.
    • Rembrandt and His School
      • Price: $18.00.
      • A companion volume to the above, focusing on Rembrandt's school.
    • Modern Danish Architecture by K. FISKER and F. R. YEBRURY
      • All illustrations, no text. Price: $10.00.
      • A comprehensive look at modern Danish architecture.
    • A Short Critical History of Architecture by H. R. Statham
      • Revised by G. Massena-Amenos. Illustrated. Price: $3.50.
      • A standard book on the history of architecture.
    • Cezanne and His Circle by Julius Meier-Graefe
      • Illustrated. Price: $25.00.
      • A biography of the French painter Paul Cezanne.

Right Section:

  • Cantabrigia Club:
    • Meeting Notice:
      • The literature department met in the club room.
      • Discussions on various literary works and authors.
      • Upcoming meeting on "The Negro in Literature."
      • Announcements about future meetings and performances.

Bottom Section:

  • Harvard University Calendar:
    • Open to the Public:
      • Sunday Services and Lectures at the Memorial Church.
      • Lectures by various professors on different subjects.
    • Notice:
      • For other January and February press clippings, see the alphabetical index of the scrap-book.
    • Professor Maclagan's Schedule of Lectures:
      • Details of lectures on Italian sculpture and architecture.
    • E. W. Forbes:
      • Announcement of a lecture on "The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard" accompanied by lantern slides.

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes handwritten annotations and markings, such as a blue arrow pointing to a specific section and a handwritten note that says "Send $4.75."
  • There are also some cut-out pieces of paper pasted onto the page, indicating additional notes or reminders.

This page provides a snapshot of academic and cultural activities at Harvard University during that time, including lectures, club meetings, and available publications.

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The image displays an open book with various sections of text. The left page contains a calendar for Tuesday, January 24, detailing events such as a faculty meeting at 5 p.m. and a lecture on Greek Music by Madame Eva Sikelianos at 4:30 p.m. in the Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum. The right page is filled with announcements and advertisements, including details about the Cantabrigia Club, a notice about the Harvard University Calendar, and a schedule of lectures by Professor MacAlaggan. Additionally, there is an obituary for E. W. Forbes, who passed away on January 22, 1928, and an advertisement for a book titled 'The American Architecture of To-day' by George Harold Edgell, priced at $6.00. The page also includes a list of other books, such as 'The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings' by John C. Van Dyke for $12.00, and 'Modern Danish Architecture' by K. Fisker and F. R. Verbury for $10.00.

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The image is a page from a 1933 edition of the Harvard University Gazette, specifically dated Tuesday, January 24. The page contains various articles, announcements, and advertisements related to academic and social activities.

Main Sections and Articles:

  1. Faculty of Arts and Sciences - Special Meeting:

    • A notice of a special meeting in University Hall, Room 5, at 4 p.m.
  2. Lecture Announcement:

    • A lecture titled "Greek Music" by Madame Eva Sikelianos of Delphi, Greece, scheduled at 4:30 p.m. in the Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Books Section (Art and Architecture):

    • The American Architecture of To-day:

      • By George Harold Edgell.
      • Illustrated, priced at $6.00.
      • Summary: A detailed look at the current trends in American architecture, including buildings, interiors, and decorative arts.
    • The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings:

      • By John C. Van Dyke.
      • Limited edition, illustrated, priced at $12.00.
      • Summary: An analysis of Rembrandt's work and his school, praised for its comprehensive coverage.
    • Rembrandt and His School:

      • Illustrated book, priced at $12.00.
      • Summary: A beautifully made volume offering insights into Rembrandt's art and his influence.
    • Modern Danish Architecture:

      • By K. Fisker and E. H. Yerbury.
      • All illustrations, no text, priced at $10.00.
      • Summary: A photographic showcase of Danish architecture from the last fifteen years, highlighting its creative spirit.
    • A Short Critical History of Architecture:

      • By H. H. Statham, revised by G. M. Ashwin.
      • Illustrated, priced at $3.50.
      • Summary: A standard reference book with new illustrations in this edition.
    • Cezanne and His Circle:

      • By Julius Meier-Graefe.
      • Illustrated, limited edition of 250 copies for the United States, priced at $25.00.
      • Summary: A biography of Cezanne with numerous collotype plates, providing a comprehensive look at his influence and contemporaries.
  4. Cantabrigia Club:

    • An advertisement for a social club in Cambridge, featuring a luncheon meeting announcement with Mrs. Carl L. Schrader discussing the play "The Road to Rome" by Robert Sherwood.
  5. Notices:

    • Harvard University Calendar Open to the Public:

      • Lists various public lectures and events for the week of January 22, including topics on Italian sculpture, poetry, and Italian literature.
    • February Press Clippings:

      • Announcement for the availability of scrap-book volumes containing press clippings for January and February.
  6. Professor Maclagan’s Schedule of Lectures:

    • A schedule for Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan’s lectures in February, covering topics on Italian sculpture and the influence of Dusseldorf and Munich on English art.

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes a small section with a notice about E. W. Forbes’ travels, who is currently abroad and will return to Boston in about six months.

The overall content is rich with academic events, book promotions, and social announcements relevant to the Harvard community in 1933.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper, specifically from January 24, 1925, featuring sections on arts, architecture, and a club meeting announcement.

Art and Architecture Section:

This section includes several book reviews and advertisements for books related to art and architecture.

  1. The American Architecture of To-day by George Harold Edgell:

    • Illustrated, $6.00.
    • The book covers what America is doing with its buildings, houses, schools, hospitals, museums, libraries, capitals, etc., focusing on the nineteenth century and the first quarter of the twentieth century.
  2. The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings by John C. Van Dyke:

    • Limited edition, illustrated, $12.00.
    • This volume is the second in a series and is a beautifully illustrated specimen of book-making, focusing on Rembrandt's drawings and etchings.
  3. Modern Danish Architecture by K. Fisker and F. R. Verbury:

    • All illustrations on text, $10.00.
    • This book covers Danish architecture's new creative spirit, showcasing work from the past fifteen years in Denmark.
  4. A Short Critical History of Architecture by H. H. Statham:

    • Revised by G. Maxwell Aitken, illustrated, $5.30.
    • This standard book has been reset and enlarged with many new illustrations.
  5. Cézanne and His Circle by Julius Meier-Graefe:

    • Illustrated, $25.00.
    • This is a comprehensive biography of Cézanne, written by a prominent critic of modern European art, with one hundred colotype plates.

Notice Section:

  • Harvard University Calendar:
    • Open to the public, with various lectures scheduled:
      • February 8: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor R. D. Maclagan.
      • February 15: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor Eric Maclagan.
      • February 22: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor Charles Eliot Norton.
      • February 29: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor Eric Maclagan.
    • Additional lectures and events are scheduled for February 22, 29, and March 8.

Cantabrigia Club:

  • Literature Department Meeting:
    • Held on February 23, featuring a talk on "The Negro in Literature" by Mrs. Schreder.
    • Previous meetings included talks on "The Road to Rome" and "The Play's the Thing," with discussions on various books and plays.
    • The meeting will include a reading of poems by Mrs. Schreder and a discussion on the influence of Duse and Bernhardt on the modern stage.

Professor Maclagan's Schedule of Lectures:

  • February 8: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor R. D. Maclagan.
  • February 15: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor Eric Maclagan.
  • February 22: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor Charles Eliot Norton.
  • February 29: Lecture on Italian sculpture by Professor Eric Maclagan.

Tribune:

  • E. W. Forbes:
    • A short article about E. W. Forbes, curator of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, who was born in Boston, spent several weeks in Rome, and has been turning in about six months.

Additional Notes:

  • The page also includes various notices and advertisements for books and events related to the arts and literature.

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The image is a page from a historical newspaper or bulletin, dated Tuesday, January 24, 1928. It features various announcements and advertisements related to the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at a university.

Here are the main sections and details:

  1. Top Section:

    • Lecture Announcement:
      • Event: Lecture titled "Greek Music" by Madame Eva Sikelianos from Delphi, Greece.
      • Date and Time: January 24, 4:30 PM.
      • Location: Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Middle Section (Art and Architecture):

    • Book Reviews and Announcements:
      • The American Architecture of To-Day by George Harold Edgell:
        • Illustrated book, $6.00.
        • Professor Edgell discusses various aspects of American architecture.
      • The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings by John C. Van Dyke:
        • Limited edition, illustrated, $12.00.
        • Discusses Rembrandt's works and his school.
      • Modern Danish Architecture by K. Fisker and F. H. Verbrugge:
        • All illustrations, no text, $10.00.
        • Focuses on Danish architecture over the past 15 years.
      • A Short Critical History of Architecture by G. Maxwell Aitken:
        • Illustrated, $5.30.
        • Revised edition with new illustrations.
      • Cézanne and His Circle by Julius Meier-Graefe:
        • Illustrated, $25.00.
        • Biography of Cézanne and his circle in the 19th century.
  3. Right Section (Cantabrigia Club):

    • Literature Department Meeting:
      • The Cantabrigia Club's literature department met on January 23rd.
      • Discussions included various plays and books, including "The Road to Rome" and "The Play's the Thing" by Carl E. Schrader.
      • Other notable books discussed include "The Enemy" by Erskine Caldwell, "Paris Bound" by Paul Barry, and "The Bridge of San Luis Rey" by Thornton Wilder.
      • Miss Ida U. Hartshorne and Mrs. William H. Herrick spoke about the plays and books.
      • The department will have a meeting on February 10th at the New Fogg Art Museum, followed by a lecture on February 23rd by Mrs. Benjamin P. Hobson.
  4. Bottom Section (Professor Maclagan's Schedule of Lectures):

    • Lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan:
      • Dates and subjects for February are listed:
        • February 8: "Italian Sculpture" (Florence).
        • February 15: "The Sculptors of North Italy."
        • February 22: "The Sixteenth Century" (Venice).
        • February 29: "The Seventeenth Century" (Rome).
      • These lectures will be held in the new lecture hall, illustrated with lantern slides.
  5. Additional Notes:

    • The Harvard University Calendar is open to the public.
    • Notices for other January and February press clippings are available.
  6. Calendar and Dates:

    • The document includes a date of February 11, 1927, for a different event, indicating this page might be from a collection or archive.

This detailed summary captures the essence of the historical document, showcasing various academic and cultural activities planned for the period.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "Gazette," dated January 24, 1928. The page contains several sections of interest, including an advertisement for books on art and architecture, an event notice, and a calendar of lectures.

Advertisements for Books:

  1. The American Architecture of To-day by George Harold Edgell: This book is illustrated and priced at $6.00. It covers America's architectural developments from the 19th century to the early 20th century.
  2. Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings by John C. Van Dyke: Limited edition, illustrated, priced at $12.00. It discusses Rembrandt's works and his school.
  3. Modern Danish Architecture by K. Fisker and F. R. Verbrügge: Illustrated with over 100 photographs and plans, priced at $10.00. It highlights the work done in Denmark in the last fifteen years, showing a new creative spirit.
  4. A Short Critical History of Architecture by H. H. Statham, revised by G. Maxwell Ayers: Illustrated, priced at $3.50. This book is a revised and enlarged version of a standard book on architecture.
  5. Cézanne and His Circle by Julius Meier-Graefe: Illustrated, priced at $2.50. It is a biography of the famous artist Paul Cézanne.

Event Notices:

  • Lecture by Madame Eva Sikelianos: Held on January 24, 5:00 PM in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on "Greek Music."

Calendar and Lectures:

  • Harvard University Calendar: Lists various lectures and events for the week of January 24, 1928.
    • February 8: Lecture by Professor R. D. Maclagan on Italian Sculpture.
    • February 15: Lecture on "The Sculptors of North Italy."
    • February 17: Lecture by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan on the "Sculptors of Venice."
    • March 7: Lecture on the "Sixteenth Century" at the Harvard Art Museums.
    • March 14: Lecture by Charles Eliot Norton on Dante's influence on art and literature.

Cantabrigia Club:

  • Describes meetings and activities of the Cantabrigia Club. The literature department had a meeting with notable authors and speakers, including discussions on books like "The Remains of English Poetry" and "The Influence of Dusseldorf and Munich" by various authors.

Other Information:

  • The "Professor Maclagan’s Schedule of Lectures" is mentioned, detailing specific dates and subjects for lectures.
  • There is a mention of a notice for scrapbook material.

Tribune:

  • Brief mention of E. W. Forbes, the curator of the Fogg Art Museum, who will be in Rome and then returning to Boston.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of academic and cultural activities at Harvard University during early January 1928, including book advertisements, lecture schedules, and club activities.

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This is an image of a printed document, which appears to be an old newspaper clipping or a page from a publication, possibly academic in nature. The paper is dated "Jan. 24, '23" at the top left corner which could suggest January 24, 1923. On the top right corner, "CANTABRIGIA CLUB" is printed, possibly the name of a club or society associated with the publication.

The page features several articles and notifications, most of which pertain to art and architecture:

  1. A section titled "Art and Architecture" presents three books:

    • "The American Architecture of To-day" by George Harold Edgell, priced at $6.00 and described as "Illustrated".
    • "The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings" by John C. Van Dyke, with a price of $12.00 and advertised as "Limited edition, illustrated".
    • "Modern Danish Architecture" by Kay Fisker and F. R. Yerbury, priced at $10.00 and noted as "All illustrations, no text."

    Each of these listings provides a brief commentary on the content of the books.

  2. A piece titled "A Short Critical History of Byzantium and His Circle" by H. H. Saxham Heard, mentioning that the text provides commentary on Byzantine art and culture, priced at $8.50 and noted to be "Illustrated".

  3. A section for the "Harvard University Calendar" indicating certain public events and lectures, some of which include topics like Greek poetry and sculpture.

  4. There is a notice for times and fees clipping and also an ad for Professor MacLagan's schedule of lectures, which seems to discuss various topics related to arts, architectural history, and poetry, among others.

Other portions of the text are more difficult to read, but they generally seem to relate to lectures, exhibitions, and cultural or art events. The text contains various handwritten markings, such as lines and numbers, as if someone were marking certain sections for reference or note-taking. The handwriting suggests annotations made by a previous reader of the document.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper and magazine clippings dated around late January and early February 1928. The page contains various announcements, reviews, and schedules related to art, architecture, and cultural events.

  • The left side prominently features a section titled "Art and Architecture," with reviews and descriptions of several books on architecture and art, including:

    • "The American Architecture of To-day" by George Harold Edgell
    • "The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings" by John C. Van Dyke
    • "Modern Danish Architecture" by K. Fisker and F.R. Yerbury
    • "A Short Critical History of Architecture" by H.H. Statham (revised by G. Maxwell Aylwin)
    • "Cézanne and His Circle" by Julius Meier-Graeffe
  • There is a small illustration of a building in an urban setting under the American Architecture review.

  • Below the reviews, there is a notice box suggesting that for other January and February press clippings, readers should see the preceding volume of the scrapbook.

  • Near the bottom, there is a schedule of lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan from the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, on Italian sculpture, with specific dates in February and March listed.

  • On the upper right side, there is a clipping titled "CANTABRIGIA CLUB" from the Tribune dated February 4, 1928. It reports on various activities, including a literature department meeting, lectures, music department events, a bridge party, and a banquet at the Riverbank Court hotel.

  • At the bottom right, there is a small highlighted clipping about E.W. Forbes, curator of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, who accompanied his family on a trip to Europe, visiting multiple art centers before returning to Boston in about six months.

  • There are handwritten dates on the clippings and the page itself, including "Jan. 21, '28," "Scribner's Feb. 1, 1928," "Tribune Feb. 11, '28," "Cambridge Tribune Feb. 4, '28," and "Tribune Feb. 11, '28."

The page has a formal and historic feel, documenting cultural and educational events of the time related to art and architecture.

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The image shows a page from a printed program or catalog, likely from an academic or cultural institution, dated Tuesday, January 24. The page is titled "Art and Architecture" and lists several books and lectures related to art and architecture. Here is a detailed description:

Main Content:

  1. Books Listed:

    • "The American Architecture of To-day" by George Harold Edgell

      • Price: $6.00
      • Description: Edgell, a professor, analyzes American buildings, including homes, memorials, schools, hospitals, museums, libraries, and factories, covering the last quarter of the 19th century and the first quarter of the 20th century.
    • "The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings" by John C. Van Dyke

      • Price: $12.00
      • Description: A limited edition, illustrated volume that caused international sensation when first published. It is noted as a "beautiful specimen of book-making."
    • "Rembrandt and His School"

      • Price: $12.00
      • Description: A volume presenting a "beautiful specimen of book-making."
    • "Modern Danish Architecture" by K. Fisker and F. R. Yerbury

      • Price: $10.00
      • Description: Features over 100 full-page photographs and plans illustrating Danish architecture from the late 15th century to the present, expressing a new creative spirit.
    • "A Short Critical History of Architecture" by H. H. Statham

      • Price: $3.50
      • Description: Revised and enlarged, with many new illustrations.
    • "Cezanne and His Circle" by Julius Meier-Graefe

      • Price: $25.00
      • Description: A first complete biography in English of Paul Cézanne, a key figure in 19th-century art, written by one of the first art critics of modern Europe. Limited to 350 copies, with only the United States receiving colotype plates.
  2. Lectures and Events:

    • Faculty of Arts and Sciences: Special Meeting

      • Topic: "Greek Music" by Madame Eva Sikelianos, of Delphi, Greece.
      • Location: Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Time: 4:30 P.M.
      • Date: Tuesday, January 24.
    • Cantabria Club Program:

      • Evening Event:
        • Mrs. Carl L. Schmidt will give a very interesting description of "The Road to Rome" and "The Play of the Thing."
        • Mrs. Ida U. Hartshorne and Mrs. William J. Schieffelin will read papers.
        • Miss Ida U. Hartshorne will speak on "The Negro in Literature."
      • Afternoon Event:
        • Mrs. Gertrude Leavitt will give a party, with Miss Ida U. Hartshorne as captain.
        • Group E will give a party, with Miss Gertrude Leavitt as captain.
        • Entertainment: A banquet at the Riverbank Court Hotel on Thursday, February 14, at 6:30 P.M.
        • Committee Members: Mrs. Harry L. Lincoln, Mrs. William J. Schieffelin, Mrs. Herbert de Crowley, Mrs. James A. Garland, and Mrs. William J. Schieffelin.
  3. Other Notices:

    • Harvard University Calendar:

      • Open to the Public:
        • Sunday, February 12: Morning service at 11 A.M.
        • Wednesday, February 15: Lecture on "Italian Sculpture" by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan.
        • Thursday, February 15: Lecture on "Sculptors of North Italy" by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan.
      • See also preceding volume of scrap-book.
    • Notice:

      • For other January and February press clippings: See preceding volume of scrap-book.
    • Professor Maclagan’s Schedule of Lectures:

      • February 8: Professor E. R. D. Maclagan, director and secretary of the Fogg Art Museum, London, will deliver lectures on Italian sculpture.
      • Subjects:
        • February 8: The Sixteenth Century in Florence.
        • February 15: The Seventeenth Century in Florence.
        • February 22: Michelangelo & the Sixteenth Century.
        • March 7: The Sixteenth Century in Verona.
        • March 14: The Sixteenth Century in Rome.
      • Lectures will be given in the new lecture hall and illustrated with lantern slides.

Layout and Design:

  • The page is formatted with a clean, organized layout, typical of academic or institutional publications.
  • The left side lists books with their titles, authors, prices, and brief descriptions.
  • The right side details upcoming lectures, events, and notices, including times, locations, and speakers.
  • The top of the page includes the date ("Tuesday, January 24") and the heading "Art and Architecture."

Overall Context:

The page appears to be part of a university or art institution's program or catalog, promoting books, lectures, and cultural events related to art and architecture. It serves as both a promotional tool and an informational guide for attendees and interested parties.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a mix of articles, advertisements, and notices. The page is divided into several sections. At the top, there is a section titled "Cantabria Club," which includes announcements about club activities, including lectures, readings, and meetings. Below this, there is a section titled "Art and Architecture," featuring advertisements for books on architecture and art history. These books include "The American Architecture of To-day" by Professor Edgell, "The Rembrandt Drawings" by John C. Van Dyke, "Modern Danish Architecture" by K. Fisker and F. R. Verbury, and "A Short Critical History of Architecture" by H. H. Statham. Each book advertisement includes a brief description and price. On the left side of the page, there is a section titled "Harvard University Calendar," which lists events and lectures happening at Harvard University, including a lecture on "Greek Music" by Madame Eva Sikelianos. On the right side, there is a section titled "Professor MacLaggan's Schedule of Lectures," which provides details about the upcoming lectures by Professor MacLaggan, including dates and topics. The page also includes a notice about the availability of press clippings for scrap-book enthusiasts.