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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 795599

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated February 18, 1928. The page includes various announcements, articles, and schedules related to events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum. Here is a summary of the content:

  1. Announcement of a Curator of Far Eastern Art:

    • The Trustees of the Metropolitan Museum of Art have appointed Alan Reed Priest as the new Curator of the Department of Far Eastern Art, succeeding Mr. Bosch Reitz.
  2. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

    • Works of art owned by students of Harvard University and Radcliffe College will be on exhibition until March 1.
    • Loan Exhibition of Japanese Art, mainly from the Charles Bain Hoyt Collection, until March 3.
    • Loan Exhibition of watercolors by Henry G. Keller, Instructor in Composition and Design in the Cleveland School of Art, on exhibition from February 18 to March 10.
  3. Lectures:

    • "Les Bronzes Chinois" by Dr. Alfred Salmony, Assistant Director of the Museum of East Asiatic Art, Cologne, at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • "The Telephone and How It Works" by Professor A.E. Kennelly at Pierce Hall.
    • "The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Speciation" by Dr. Ludlow Griscom at the Zoological Laboratory.
    • A Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert with conductor Serge Koussevitzky and soloist Jean Bedetti at Sanders Theatre.
    • Lectures on Italian Sculpture by Professor Eric D. Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry.
  4. Calendar of Events:

    • A detailed calendar of events for the week, including dates, times, and locations of various activities such as lectures, sports games, and social events.
  5. Other Announcements:

    • Information about the Harvard University Club of New York City dinner, the Harvard Club of Boston dinner, and various other events.

The page is formatted in a traditional newspaper style with headlines, subheadings, and a mix of text and images. The dates and times are clearly listed, providing a comprehensive overview of the cultural and academic activities happening at Harvard University during that week.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, likely from the early 20th century, pasted into a scrapbook or archive. The clippings are from various publications, including the "Harvard University Gazette" and the "Transcript," and they cover a range of topics and events. Here are some key details:

  1. Appointment of a Curator of Far Eastern Art:

    • An article from the "Bulletin Metropolitan Museum" dated February 1928 announces the appointment of Alan Reed Priest as the Curator of the Department of Far Eastern Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  2. Harvard University Gazette:

    • Several clippings from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated February 18, 1928, and February 25, 1928, provide information about various lectures, exhibitions, and events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Lectures include topics such as "Les Bronzes Chinois" by Dr. Alfred Salmony, "The Telephone and How It Works" by Professor A. E. Kennelly, and "The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Speciation" by Dr. Ludlow Griscom.
    • Events include a Boston Symphony Orchestra concert conducted by Serge Koussevitzky with Jean Bedetti as the soloist, and various exhibitions of student works and Japanese art at the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Harvard Calendar:

    • A clipping from the "Transcript" dated February 24, 1928, lists the Harvard Calendar for sports events and lectures from February 26 to March 4, including basketball, hockey, wrestling, and lectures on topics like "Restoration of Function in the Mouth and Teeth as a Health Measure" and "Dante."
  4. What is Going On Tonight:

    • A clipping from the "Transcript" dated February 23, 1928, provides a list of evening events in Boston, including lectures, public talks, and social events at various locations such as the Lowell Institute, Boston Public Library, and Boston City Club.
  5. Maclagan Will Speak:

    • An article from the "Crimson" dated February 24, 1928, announces that Professor Eric D. Maclagan will give a lecture on Italian sculpture, specifically "Les Bronzes Chinois" on February 29, and "The Sixteenth Century" and "Bernini and the Seventeenth Century" on March 7 and March 14, respectively.

The clippings are neatly arranged and pasted onto the pages of the scrapbook, which appears to be used for academic or personal record-keeping purposes. The content primarily focuses on cultural and educational events, particularly those related to art, history, and science.

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This is an image of an open, aged newspaper or bulletin titled HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE, dated Thursday, February 23, 1928 (and also featuring content for Wednesday, February 29, 1928, as well as February 25–26). The pages are yellowed with age, stained in places, and show signs of wear along the edges and folds. The newspaper is bound or mounted in a dark, textured cover, likely leather or faux leather, suggesting it is part of a preserved or scrapbooked collection.

The content consists of a dense, multi-column layout of university announcements, primarily focused on academic lectures, exhibitions, and musical performances.

Key sections and highlights:

  • Top Left Page (Feb 18, 1928): An article from the Bulletin, Metropolitan Museum, dated Feb 18, 1928, announces the appointment of Alan Reed Priest as Curator of Far Eastern Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It details his background at Harvard, his graduate studies in Europe and China, and his prior affiliation with the Fogg Museum.

  • Main Page (Feb 23, 1928):

    • A lecture titled “Les Bronzes Chinois” by Dr. Alfred Salmony, Assistant Director of the Museum of East Asiatic Art, Cologne, to be held in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Popular Lectures on Engineering featuring Prof. A.E. Kennelly on “The Telephone and How It Works.”
    • A Biological Seminar by Dr. Ludlow Griscom on “The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Speciation.”
    • A Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert under Serge Koussevitzky, with soloist Jean Bedetti, including works by Bach, Haydn, and Beethoven.
    • Another article under “Crimson” dated Feb 22, 1928, notes Dr. Alfred Salmony will lecture on “Les Bronzes Chinois” at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Middle Section:

    • An article titled “Macaiglan Will Speak” (Feb 24-25, 1928) announces Professor Eric D. Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, will give lectures on Italian sculpture.
    • A Gazette piece (Feb 23, 1928) announces exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum:
      • Works by students of Harvard and Radcliffe until March 1.
      • Loan exhibitions of Japanese Art (from the Charles Bain Hoyt Collection) and watercolors by Henry G. Keller (in the Cleveland School of Art) until March 3 and March 10, respectively.
  • Right Column (Feb 23, 1928):WHAT IS GOING ON TONIGHT” — a calendar of cultural events including lectures, concerts, plays, and club meetings across campus and Greater Boston. Includes:

    • Lecture by Commander Robert E. Peary.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra.
    • “The Telephone and How It Works” by Prof. Kennelly.
    • “Michael Angelo” lecture by Prof. Maclagan.
  • Bottom Section (Feb 25–26, 1928): Repeats and extends the Fogg Art Museum exhibition information, emphasizing the student works and loan collections continuing through March.

  • Bottom Right (Wed, Feb 29, 1928, Continued):

    • Continued lecture series on Italian Sculpture by Prof. Maclagan, including “Michael Angelo.”
    • A talk by Professor Constantin Carathéodory of the University of Munich on “Bounded Analytic Functions” for the Harvard Mathematical Club.

This image captures a rich snapshot of interdisciplinary academic and cultural life at Harvard University in the late 1920s, documenting the global reach of its faculty and visitors, as well as the intellectual breadth of its curriculum—from Far Eastern art and Italian sculpture, to engineering, zoology, and mathematics.

Note: The date “Wednesday, February 29, 1928” is a small error in the original document — 1928 was a leap year, so February 29 actually fell on a Thursday, not Wednesday. This is likely a typo in the Gazette’s layout.

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The image is of a newspaper or magazine spread, featuring articles and advertisements from the Harvard University Gazette. The left page has a section titled "Fogg Art Museum" with details about exhibitions and events. It includes information about a loan exhibition of Japanese art from the Charles Bain Hoyt Collection, ending on March 5, and an exhibition of watercolors by Henry G. Keller, from February 18 to March 10. The right page has a section titled "Lectures on Engineering" and "Biological Seminar," listing lectures and seminars with dates and times. There are also advertisements for events and lectures, including a lecture by Dr. Alfred Salomony on "Les Bronzes Chinois" and a lecture by Dr. Ludolph Griscom on "The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Speciation." The image shows a mix of academic and cultural content typical of a university publication.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated February 18, 1925. The Gazette is an official publication of Harvard University, and this particular page contains a variety of announcements, lectures, and events related to the university and its community.

The page is divided into several sections, each with a different heading and content. The top section features a lecture titled "Les Bronzes Chinois" ("Chinese Bronzes") by Dr. Alfred Salmony, who is described as the Assistant Director of the Museum of East Asiatic Art in Cologne. The lecture is scheduled for 4:30 PM in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.

Below this, there is a section titled "Popular Lectures on Engineering," which includes a talk by Professor A. E. Kennelly on "The Telephone and How It Works," scheduled for 11:00 AM.

Further down, there is a "Biological Seminar" by Dr. Ludlow Griscom on "The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Specialization," set for 4:45 PM in Room 46 of the Radcliffe College.

The page also includes announcements for various concerts, lectures, and exhibitions, such as a Symphony Concert by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, a lecture on "The Six-teenth Century and Bernini" by Professor Maclagan, and an exhibition of Japanese Art at the Fogg Art Museum.

Additionally, there are announcements for athletic events, including basketball and hockey games, as well as a Harvard Calendar section listing upcoming events and lectures.

The page is well-organized, with clear headings and concise descriptions of each event, making it easy for readers to navigate and find information about the various activities and lectures happening at Harvard University during that time.

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Description of the Image:

The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated February 25, 1933. The page is a printed newsletter or bulletin that outlines various academic, cultural, and social events happening at Harvard University during that time. The layout is structured into several sections, each detailing different activities, lectures, exhibitions, and performances. Here is a detailed breakdown:


Header:

  • The top of the page prominently displays the title "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" along with the date "Feb. 25, 1933."

Main Sections:

1. FOGG ART MUSEUM
  • Exhibitions:
    • Works of Art Owned by Students of Harvard University: An exhibition open to the public until March 1.
    • Loan Exhibition of Japanese Art: Mainly from the Charles Bain Hoyt Collection, open until March 3.
    • Loan Exhibition of Water-Colors by Henry G. Keller: Instructor in Composition and Design at the Cleveland School of Art, on display until March 10.
2. LECTURES AND EVENTS
  • Thursday, February 23 (Continued):

    • "Les Trois Chinoises": A lecture by Dr. Alfred Salomy, Assistant Director of the Museum of East Asiatic Art, at the Fogg Art Museum, at 4:30 P.M.
    • Popular Lectures on Engineering:
      • "The Telephone and How It Works": Illustrated by Professor A.E. Kennelly, at 10, 4:30 P.M.
      • "The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Speciation": By Dr. Ludlow Griscom, Zoological Laboratory, Room 46, 4:45 P.M.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert: Conducted by Serge Koussevitzky, featuring works by Bedetti, Sanders, Sere, and Beethoven, at 7:30 P.M.
    • Programme:
      • Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92
      • Concerto for Violin, Piano, and Trumpet (arranged by Felix Mottl)
      • Hayd: Violin Concerto in E Major
  • Friday, February 24:

    • Lecture by Dr. Alfred Salomy: On "Chinese Bronze Art", at the Fogg Art Museum, at 4:30 P.M.
    • Maclagan Will Speak: Professor Krie D. Maclagan, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, will discuss Italian Sculpture in the Seventeenth Century on February 29, at New Lecture Hall, New Lecture Evening.
  • Wednesday, February 29 (Continued):

    • Lectures on Italian Sculpture:
      • "Michael Angelo": By Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, illustrated, at Albright Hall, 8 P.M.
    • Harvard Mathematical Club:
      • "Bounded Analytic Functions": By Professor Constantin Carathéodory, Visiting Lecturer in Mathematics, at Common Room, Conant Hall, 9 P.M.
3. HARVARD CALENDAR
  • A section titled "Harvard Calendar" lists various academic and university events, including:
    • Basketball Matches:
      • Harvard vs. Yale at New Haven.
      • Harvard vs. Dartmouth at Cambridge.
      • Harvard vs. Cornell-Harvard at Cambridge.
    • Lectures and Seminars:
      • Lecture on "The Function of the University" by Professor A. L. Lowell.
      • Lecture on "The Nature of the Universe" by Professor J. H. Van Vleck.
    • Examinations and Meetings:
      • Class of 1934 Dinner at the Harvard Club of Boston.
      • Class of 1918 Dinner at the Harvard Club of Boston.
4. WHAT IS GOING ON TONIGHT
  • A sidebar titled "What Is Going On Tonight" provides a quick summary of evening events:
    • Transplant: A play at the Brattle Theatre, 8 P.M.
    • Harvard Law School Lecture: On "The Personality of the Corporation", 8 P.M.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra: At Symphony Hall, 8 P.M.
    • Harvard Glee Club Concert: At Sanders Theatre, 8 P.M.
    • Harvard Band Concert: At Sanders Theatre, 8 P.M.
    • Harvard Medical Society Dinner: At Hotel Statler, 7 P.M.
    • Harvard Dental Society Dinner: At Hotel Statler, 7 P.M.

Visual Layout:

  • The page is printed in a clean, organized format with clear headings and subheadings.
  • Text is primarily in serif font, typical of early 20th-century printing.
  • The page is slightly aged, with some discoloration and minor wear, indicating its historical nature.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a snapshot of academic and cultural life at Harvard University in the early 1930s. It highlights the rich diversity of events, including art exhibitions, lectures on engineering and sculpture, musical performances, and student activities. The Gazette serves as a comprehensive guide for students, faculty, and the broader university community, reflecting the intellectual and artistic vibrancy of the institution during that era.

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This image shows a page from an old publication, the "Harvard University Gazette," dated February 18 to 25, 1928. It lists events and lectures scheduled at Harvard University, with a focus on the arts, culture, and academic discourses. The page features a variety of announcements such as lectures on engineering, biology, music events, as well as exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum. There is also a "What is Going On Tonight" section including events for specific dates.

The page has yellowed with age, indicating it's an actual scan or photograph of a historical document. The text is arranged in a columnar format typical of newspapers and bulletins of that era. Special events are highlighted with bolder typefaces, and there's an emphasis on lectures and intellectual gatherings. The visual style and typesetting reflect the period in which it was printed.

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This image shows a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," dated around February 1928. The page is a collage of various notices, articles, and announcements related to cultural events, lectures, and exhibitions connected to Harvard University.

Key content includes:

  • An article titled "The Appointment of a Curator of Far Eastern Art," announcing Alan Reed Priest's appointment as curator for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Department of Far Eastern Art.
  • Notices about popular lectures in engineering and biological seminars.
  • A Boston Symphony Orchestra concert program featuring a conductor, soloist, and pieces by Bach, Haydn, and Beethoven.
  • Multiple clippings and typed notices about exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum featuring Japanese art and watercolors.
  • A short announcement about Professor Eric D. Maclagan's forthcoming lectures on Italian sculpture.
  • A Harvard Calendar listing upcoming sports events, lectures, and social events scheduled from February 24 to March 4.
  • A detailed clipping titled "What is Going on Tonight" listing various events on February 23, 1928, including lectures, public library programs, meetings, and social gatherings.

The page has a mix of printed text and pasted newspaper clippings, giving it a scrapbook-like appearance. The content is focused on academic, cultural, and social activities relevant to the Harvard community in the late 1920s.

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  • The image shows an old, yellowed page from a bound scrapbook or magazine, opened to a section titled “HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE.”
  • The page is filled with small newspaper clippings pasted onto it, arranged in a collage-like layout.
  • The clippings describe campus events from the Harvard Gazette around late February: lectures (on topics like Chinese bronze artifacts, Italian sculpture, and engineering), a Boston Symphony Orchestra concert, and seminars.
  • There are notices about art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including works loaned by students and Radcliffe College.
  • A small box titled “WHAT IS GOING ON TONIGHT” and other calendar-style fragments are also visible.
  • The overall look is vintage and scholarly, with aged paper and tightly packed text blocks.

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This image depicts a scrapbook-style page containing clippings from various periodicals, such as the Harvard University Gazette and other publications, dating to the mid-1920s. The clippings announce events, lectures, art exhibitions, concerts, and calendars for February 1928.

Key content from the image:

  1. Lectures and Events:

    • A lecture titled "Les Bronzes Chinois" by Dr. Alfred Salmony at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • A lecture on the biological topic "The Yucatan Peninsula as a Center of Faunal Speciation".
    • A lecture series on engineering, including "The Telephone and How It Works" by Professor A. E. Kennelly.
  2. Art Exhibits:

    • Works on loan at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, including Japanese art and watercolors.
  3. Concert:

    • Boston Symphony Orchestra performance featuring Serge Koussevitzky as conductor.
  4. Calendar and Miscellaneous:

    • A daily university event schedule highlights basketball games, concerts, and other activities.
    • Clippings from periodicals such as the Crimson and Transcript list additional events and details.

The scrapbook serves as a historical archive, likely created to document cultural and academic events at Harvard during the late 1920s.