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This image shows a page from "The American Magazine of Art," dated April 1928. The page contains several articles and a photograph of an Egyptian carved relief.

The main article discusses the establishment of a Department of Fine Arts at New York University in September 1925. It mentions the department's courses, lectures, and exhibitions, as well as its collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Studio Club. The text also highlights the exhibition of contemporary British art at the National Gallery of Art in March 1928, organized under the patronage of Sir Esme Howard, the British Ambassador.

On the right side of the page, there is a photograph of an Egyptian carved relief from the XIX Dynasty, titled "Egyptian Carved Relief, XIX Dynasty." The relief is credited as a gift from Edward S. Harkness, Esq., to the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

The page also features a smaller section at the bottom right with an article titled "Water Colors at the Fogg," discussing an exhibition of watercolors at the Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows an open book or magazine with two pages visible. The left page contains a printed article titled "April 1928" and another section titled "Art News" dated May 3, 1928. The right page is from "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART" and discusses an exhibition of contemporary British art at the National Gallery of Art, opened on March 6. It also mentions a collection of Egyptian art objects received as a gift by the Minneapolis Institute of Arts from Mr. Edward S. Harkness. There is a black-and-white photograph of an Egyptian carved relief from the XIX Dynasty, described as a gift to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. The relief features an inscription and a figure, possibly representing the god Horus. The text provides details about the exhibition and the historical significance of the Egyptian art collection. The pages appear to be old, with some wear and tear visible.

This image displays an open vintage magazine, specifically The American Magazine of Art, dated May 1928 (as indicated in the bottom right corner of the right-hand page).

The magazine is bound in a dark, possibly leather or cloth-covered, hardcover binding, and is open to pages 224 and 225. The paper is aged, with a yellowish tint, suggesting its age and historical nature.

The content visible on the pages is a mix of dense text articles and a single large black-and-white photograph.

Left Page (Page 225)

• The page is primarily filled with text.
• At the top, a handwritten note in ink reads “April 1928”.
• The text discusses art education and museum activities in New York, specifically mentioning:
  • The New York University “Live Art” program and its Department of Fine Arts under Charles H. Sherrill.
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art and its School of Fine Arts on 8th Street.
  • Donations and support from individuals such as Michael Friedsam, Altman and Company, and Mrs. Arthur T. Cabot.
  • Professor Adolf Goldschmidt and the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Events like a Whitney Studio Club exhibition and a French silver wine-tasters’ cups loan.

Right Page (Page 224)

• This page features two main text columns and a large image on the right.
• The top headline reads: “THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART”.
• The main article discusses:
  • An exhibition of contemporary British art at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., opened in March 1928, under the patronage of the British Ambassador.
  • A gift of Egyptian art to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts from Edward S. Harkness of New York — a significant collection of 91 objects, many of them antique Egyptian carvings.
• The large, vertically oriented black-and-white photograph on the right shows an ancient Egyptian carved relief or stela, depicting a standing figure (likely Pharaoh Ramesses II) and another kneeling figure (possibly Nefertiti or a goddess) before a deity. The caption below reads:

“EGYPTIAN CARVED RELIEF, XIX DYNASTY / GIFT OF EDWARD S. HARKNESS, 1928, TO THE MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ARTS”

• Below the photo and article, a smaller boxed item features commentary from Charles L. Connor (May 1928) on the Fogg Museum’s watercolor exhibition, praising its taste and discrimination.

Significance & Context

This image captures a moment in early 20th-century American art historical discourse. It reflects:

• The growing institutionalization of art education and museum culture in the U.S.
• International cultural exchange, especially with Britain and Egypt.
• Philanthropy’s role in enriching American art collections — notably through figures like Edward Harkness.
• The magazine’s role as a chronicler of the art world’s happenings, exhibitions, and acquisitions.

Overall, this is a rich historical document reflecting 1920s American art culture, with a focus on institutional development, international collections, and scholarly commentary.

The image shows an open magazine with two pages. The pages are from the April 1928 issue of "The American Magazine of Art." The left page features an article titled "New York's September, 1928," which discusses the art program at the New York University, including the establishment of a Fine Arts Department. The article mentions the contributions of notable figures like Charles H. Sherrill, Chairman of the Committee on Fine Arts.

The right page has an article titled "The American Magazine of Art." It talks about an exhibition of contemporary British art at the National Gallery of Art in London, showcasing works by artists like Augustus John and Laura Knight. There is also a section about a gift from the Minneapolis Institute of Art, including a collection of Egyptian art objects. Additionally, the page includes a photograph of an Egyptian carved relief from the XIX Dynasty, depicting the god Horus wearing a double crown.

The image depicts an open book with two pages visible, each containing text and an illustration. The book appears to be from a magazine or journal, likely related to art or history, given the content and style of the text and images.

The left page contains text that seems to be an article or report. The text is organized into paragraphs and includes a date at the top, "April 1928," indicating the publication date. The content discusses various topics, including art exhibitions, museum collections, and historical artifacts. Specific mentions include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Frick Art Library, and the Morgan Library, suggesting a focus on New York City's cultural institutions. The text also references a "Department of Fine Arts" and "Committee on Fine Arts," indicating a formal structure within an organization dedicated to the arts.

The right page features a photograph of an ancient artifact, described as an "Egyptian Carved Relief." The relief depicts a scene from the 19th Dynasty, showing a god, likely Horus, wearing a double crown and holding a scepter. The artifact is described as a gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward Harkness to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The text provides details about the relief, including its dimensions and historical significance, and mentions other notable objects in the museum's collection, such as a painted stone relief of Nefer-hotep and an inscribed aluminum statuette of Amon.

The book's pages are bound with a black cover, and the edges of the pages are slightly worn, suggesting it has been handled frequently. The text is printed in a serif font, which was common for publications of this era. The overall layout is clean and organized, with the text and images complementing each other to provide a comprehensive view of the topics discussed.

In summary, the image shows an open book from April 1928, featuring an article about art and historical artifacts, with a focus on New York City's cultural institutions and a detailed description of an Egyptian carved relief donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

The image shows a page from a historical publication titled "The American Magazine of Art," dated April 1923. The page is numbered 224 and appears to be part of a larger volume, as indicated by the visible page numbers and the structured layout typical of periodicals or magazines from the early 20th century.

Content Overview:

The page contains two main sections:

Left Column:

• Headline: "New York University Program"
• Date: September, 1923
• Location: New York University, New York, U.S.
• Event: A Live Art Program held under the auspices of the Art Department, which was established a year prior.
• Details:
  • The department offers 15 lectures, with 122 full courses attended.
  • The department is housed in the Institute of Arts, led by Charles H. Sherrill, Chairman of the Committee on Fine Arts.
  • The department has two teaching units: one in New York Academy of Art and another in Metropolitan.
  • The first unit is located in New York University, while the second unit is situated in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  • The second unit includes notable locations such as the Hispanic Society Museum, Natural History Museum, Cooper Union Library, Frick Art Library, Morgan Library, and American Academy in Rome.
  • The earliest students were among the largest earners in the arts and crafts industry, with many already supporting themselves.
  • Michael Friedsam, President of Altman's, has donated $80,000 annually for six years to support the department, which is considered a priceless gift.
  • The department has been fortunate in having the Metropolitan Museum cooperate with it for twenty-six years, conducting courses for university students.
  • The work is described as individual, encouraged by scholars, and not only in the work itself but also in the way it is done.
  • Notable lecturers include Fogg Art Museum directors, such as Meyer Schapiro, who is giving a course of twenty-six lectures on XVIII century drawings of the New York Ballet.
  • The Metropolitan Museum has provided bronzes, silver cups, and other items for display.

Right Column:

• Headline: "Water Colors at the Fogg"
• Description: An exhibition of contemporary British art, comprising 91 paintings, was opened at the National Gallery of Art on March 6, 1923.
• Exhibition Details:
  • The exhibition was assembled by Sir Edmund Davis, under the patronage of His Excellency, Sir Compton P. Mackintosh, the British Ambassador to the United States.
  • The exhibition was approved by a committee comprising Robert Anderson, Sir D. Y. Cameron, Sir George Clausen, Julius Olson, Royal Academicians, and Therese von Donop.
  • The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Patrick Henry Bruce, Sir Frederic B. Kenyon, Earl of Birkenhead, Sir Alfred E. Gow, and American Ambassador to Great Britain, James W. Gerard.
  • The exhibition features works by artists including Harold Knight, Julius Olson, John Lavery, Ambrose McEvoy, and Sir C. J. Holmes, the late Director of the National Gallery, London.
• Egyptian Art Exhibit:
  • The Minneapolis Institute of Arts has received a collection of Egyptian artifacts from Edward S. Harkness, President of New York.
  • The collection includes 4000 B.C. range objects, representing the entire development of Egyptian art and craft, including relics of prehistoric races from the Nile Valley and burial household utensils through the Middle Kingdom to the Renaissance of the XVIII Dynasty and the late periods.
  • A broad spectacle is a humble, delicate necklace made of delicate beads of turquoise, which had become unstrung in the centuries that had elapsed and were removed from the dusts of an ancient tomb.
  • Other treasures include resting stones of delicate beads, limestone statuette, Nefertiti alabaster vase, and a limestone relief from a temple possibly the temple of Ramesses II at Abydos.
  • The limestone relief shows Nefertiti kneeling in an attitude of adoration before the Great God, Lord of the Sky in Inches.

Image Caption:

• On the right side of the page, there is an illustration labeled "Egyptian Carved Relief, XIX Dynasty".
  • The illustration depicts a carved relief showing Nefertiti in an adoration posture, kneeling before a deity.
  • The caption identifies the relief as being from the Egyptian collection donated by Edward S. Harkness to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
  • The relief is described as being approximately 14 inches in height and shows Nefertiti in an attitude of adoration.

Additional Notes:

• The page includes pagination and column numbering, indicating it is part of a structured publication.
• The text is formatted in a serif font, typical of early 20th-century printing.
• The page also includes a signature at the bottom right corner: "Charles J. Coxie", dated May, 1923, suggesting it may have been part of a personal or archival collection.

Conclusion:

This page provides a snapshot of cultural and artistic activities in the early 1920s, highlighting exhibitions of contemporary British art and ancient Egyptian artifacts, as well as the academic and artistic programs at New York University. The inclusion of detailed descriptions and an illustration of an Egyptian relief underscores the magazine's focus on art, history, and cultural exhibitions.

The image depicts a page from an old magazine, featuring an article about an art exhibition. The page is yellowed and worn, with a black border around it. The article is titled "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART" and includes a photograph of an ancient Egyptian carving.

• Page Layout:
  • The page is divided into two columns, with the left column containing the article's text and the right column featuring the photograph.
  • The text is written in black ink and is accompanied by several headings and subheadings.
  • The photograph is a black-and-white image of an ancient Egyptian carving, which appears to be a relief sculpture.
• Article Content:
  • The article discusses an art exhibition that took place in New York City in 1928.
  • The exhibition featured a collection of contemporary British art, including paintings and sculptures.
  • The article also mentions the Egyptian carving, which was part of the exhibition.
  • The carving is described as a relief sculpture depicting a scene from ancient Egyptian mythology.
• Photograph:
  • The photograph shows a close-up view of the Egyptian carving.
  • The carving is made of stone and features intricate details and textures.
  • The scene depicted in the carving appears to be a battle between gods and monsters.
• Overall Impression:
  • The image suggests that the magazine was focused on art and culture, and that the article was intended to educate readers about the exhibition and its contents.
  • The use of a photograph to illustrate the article adds a visual element to the text and helps to convey the importance of the exhibition.

The image shows a page from an old book or magazine, with the title "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART" at the top. The page is yellowed and worn, with visible creases and tears.

The text on the page appears to be a collection of articles or essays, with headings and subheadings in bold font. The articles seem to be related to art, as they mention specific artworks, artists, and museums.

In the center of the page, there is a large photograph of a stone carving, which appears to be an ancient Egyptian relief. The carving depicts a figure with intricate details and hieroglyphics.

Overall, the image suggests that the page is from a historical publication that focused on art and culture, and that it may have been used as a reference or resource for art historians or enthusiasts.

The image shows a vintage book opened to a page featuring an article titled "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART" with a black-and-white photograph of an ancient Egyptian relief.

The page is yellowed and worn, indicating age. The article discusses various art-related topics, including an exhibition of contemporary British art and a collection of Egyptian art objects. The accompanying photograph depicts a carved relief from the XIX Dynasty, showing a figure in traditional Egyptian attire. The relief is damaged, with cracks and missing pieces visible.

The book appears to be bound in black leather or a similar material, with gold lettering on the spine. The overall appearance suggests that the book is an old and valuable publication, possibly a rare or collectible volume. The image is set against a plain white background, which helps to highlight the details of the book and its contents.

The image shows a page from "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART", specifically Volume 21, Number 4, April 1928.

The left-hand side of the page contains two columns of text discussing the New York University's Department of Fine Arts, while the right-hand side features an article titled "Egyptian Art in Minneapolis" accompanied by a black-and-white image of an Egyptian carved relief from the XIX Dynasty, donated by Edward S. Harkness to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. The relief, measuring approximately 14 inches in height, depicts Nefer-hotep kaeling un attitude, with the inscription: "The Beautiful Horus, the Great God, Lord of the Sky in Bahet."

The page is yellowed and appears to be part of a larger book or magazine collection, secured with a paperclip and featuring handwritten notes, including "April 1928" and "Charles J. Connick May, 1928".