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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 795728

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The image shows an open book or magazine, specifically the May 1928 issue of the "American Magazine of Art." The pages contain articles and information about various art exhibitions and events. The top left page features a list of topics under the names "Charles Hovey Pepper" and "Harley Perkins," which appear to be art-related subjects or themes. The right page includes an article titled "Matisse, Picasso at Fogg Museum," which discusses exhibitions at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. There is also a smaller article at the top right discussing educational talks at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. At the bottom left, there is an advertisement for the Boston Fine Arts Exhibitions, listing various galleries and artists featured in upcoming exhibitions. The overall layout and content suggest that this magazine was focused on art and cultural events of the time.

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This image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, likely from a magazine or newspaper, dated May 1928. The page is open and shows several cutouts pasted on it.

Top Left Section:

  • Headline: "Charles Hovey Pepper"

  • Content: A list of titles or names including "Snow," "Storm," "Still Isle," "Rocks," "Lake," and "Evening."

  • Headline: "Harley Perkins"

  • Content: A list of titles or names including "Canadian Village," "Along the Saguenay," "Solitude," "In Upland Country," "Tadousac, P. Q.," "L'Anse St. Jean," and "Northern Twilight."

Top Right Section:

  • Headline: "AT THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM"
  • Content: A detailed article about the Metropolitan Museum of Art's use of radio for its educational work. It mentions talks given by museum staff and others from Station WOR, and discusses various topics such as Egyptian art, Chinese art, and the American Wing. It also mentions free symphony concerts directed by Mr. David Mannes and the appointment of Mr. Alan Reed Priest as Curator of the Department of Far Eastern Art.

Bottom Left Section:

  • Headline: "Fine Arts"
  • Content: A clipping about Boston exhibitions opening the following week. It lists various exhibitions and dates, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Fogg Art Museum, Boston Art Club, and others.

Bottom Right Section:

  • Headline: "MATISSE, PICASSO AT FOGG MUSEUM"
  • Content: An article about the Fogg Museum at Harvard opening a gallery of drawing and paintings featuring work by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso. It mentions the exhibition of French painting of the XIXth and XXth centuries and includes details about other galleries and exhibitions at the museum.

The page shows a mix of cultural and educational content, focusing on art exhibitions, museum activities, and educational initiatives in the arts. The clippings are neatly arranged and provide a snapshot of the art scene in May 1928.

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This is an image of an open, aged book or bound clipping, displaying two pages filled with dense text, resembling a collection of newspaper or magazine articles from May 1929.

The pages appear to be from a magazine or newsletter. The top right corner of the right-hand page is marked with a handwritten note: "American Magazine of Art May 1929". The paper is yellowed with age and shows slight foxing, suggesting historical material.

Left-hand page:

  • At the top is a list of artworks under the heading "CHARLES HOVEY PEPPER", including: Snow, Storm, Still Life, Rocks, Lake, Evening.
  • Below that, under "HARLEY PERKINS", is another list of artworks: Canadian Village, Along the Saguenay, Solitude, In Upland Country, Tadoussac, P.Q., L’Anse St. Jean, Northern Twilight.
  • A pasted-in newspaper clipping dominates the lower half, labeled "Transcript May 5, '29." and headed "Fine Arts".
    • It announces "Boston Exhibitions Open Next Week" and lists several galleries and exhibitions, including:
      • Museum of Fine Arts (mentioning a Degas, Matisse, and Picasso show, and a collection of Copleys donated by Mr. A. C. Goodyear).
      • R. C. Vose Galleries (New England landscapes and drawings).
      • Doll and Richards Galleries.
      • Guild of Boston Artists.
      • Copley Society.
      • Boston Salon of Art.
      • Boston Art Club.
      • The Boston Museum (mentioning etchings, watercolors, prints by Anthony Thorne, and prints by N. C. Wyeth).

Right-hand page:

  • The page is titled "American Magazine of Art May 1929" at the top (as noted in the handwritten annotation).
  • There are several articles:
    • The first article details how "The Metropolitan Museum of Art" is using its radio in connection with educational work, listing talks given by staff and others on topics like Egyptian Art, "Art in Daily Use," "The Armor of Famous Men," "The Museums and the Schools," and "How the Chinese Artist Looked at Nature." It also mentions a series of free symphony concerts.
    • A short announcement follows concerning the appointment of "Mr. Alan Reed Priest" as Curator of the Department of Far Eastern Art at the Museum, succeeding Mr. Bosch Reitz. It notes Mr. Priest's background in Oriental Art and his recent studies in Peking.
    • The main article is titled "MATISSE, PICASSO AT FOGG MUSEUM" with the sub-heading "CAMBRIDGE".
      • It reports that the Fogg Museum at Harvard opened a gallery of drawings and paintings showcasing recent acquisitions of French painting from the XIXth and XXth centuries, including works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso.
      • It mentions an excellent drawing by Zák recently given by Mr. A. C. Goodyear.
      • It describes the representation of the American Colonial period via Copleys and Trumbulls, and the collection of University silver, noting a Copley portrait of Mrs. Nicholas Boylston with a mark of XVIIth century silver.
      • It details Gallery XV, holding XVth, XVIth, XVIIth, and XVIIIth century prints from Italy, Germany, France, and England.
      • It mentions Gallery XVII holding paintings and drawings from 1400 to 1800.
      • It concludes by listing artists whose works are represented in the 17th-19th century decorative arts section: Schongauer, Dürer, Cranach, Holbein, Nicoletto da Modena, Bosse, Fragonard, Boucher, Pillement, and Hogarth.

The overall impression is of a historical document chronicling art events, exhibitions, and personnel changes in prominent American art institutions in May 1929, with a clear focus on the Fogg Museum's new French painting acquisitions by Matisse and Picasso.

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The image is a spread of pages from a magazine, specifically "The Metropolitan Museum of Art Bulletin" from May 1937. The pages are filled with text and articles related to art, exhibitions, and museum activities. The left page features a section titled "Fine Arts," which includes announcements about exhibitions, such as the Boston Fine Arts Open Next Week, and articles about various artworks and artists. The right page contains an article titled "At the Metropolitan Museum of Art," discussing the use of radio for educational purposes, featuring talks by museum staff, and mentions of a series of free symphony concerts. Additionally, there is an article about the Fogg Museum at Harvard, which has opened a gallery of French paintings from the 14th and 15th centuries.

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The image depicts an open book, specifically a magazine, with pages displaying various articles and advertisements. The magazine appears to be from the early 20th century, given the style of the text and the layout.

On the left page, there is an advertisement for an exhibition of fine arts, featuring artists such as Matisse and Picasso at the Fogg Museum. The advertisement includes a list of other artists and artworks on display, suggesting a comprehensive exhibition of modern art. The text is neatly organized in columns, with a heading that reads "Fine Arts" at the top.

On the right page, there are several articles. The top article discusses the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlighting its educational programs and talks. The article mentions specific talks given by museum staff on topics such as Egyptian art and Chinese art, indicating a focus on cultural and historical education. Below this, there is another article about the Fogg Museum, detailing its current exhibitions and the types of art on display, including French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries and various sculptures.

The magazine's layout is traditional, with a clear division between the advertisement and the articles. The text is printed in a serif font, which was common for publications of this era. The pages are bound, and the magazine appears to be in good condition, suggesting it has been well-preserved.

In summary, the image shows a magazine page with an advertisement for a fine arts exhibition featuring Matisse and Picasso, alongside articles about the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Fogg Museum. The content reflects the cultural and artistic interests of the early 20th century, with a focus on modern art and educational programs.

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The image depicts the interior pages of a vintage magazine titled "The American Magazine of Art", dated May 1922. The pages are open to two facing sides, showcasing a mix of text and illustrations. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

  • Title and Header: The left page is titled "Fine Arts" and includes a date stamp in the top-left corner: "Transcript May 5, 1922."
  • Content:
    • The page contains a list of poetry titles under the heading "CHARLES HOVEY PEPPER", including:
      • Snow
      • Storm
      • Still Idle
      • Rocks
      • Lake
      • Evening
    • Below this, another section titled "HARLEY PERKINS" lists titles of poems or essays, such as:
      • Canadian Village
      • Along Saguenay
      • Songbird
      • In Upland Country
      • Taloises: P. Q.
      • L'Ane St. Jean
      • Northern Twilight
    • The main body of text on this page is a detailed article or announcement about Boston Exhibitions, specifically mentioning the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. It discusses upcoming exhibitions, open days, admission fees, and notable artworks, including pieces by artists such as:
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The image shows a page from a book or magazine, focused on Fine Arts. The date at the top right corner indicates "May 5, 1923." The page seems somewhat aged or discolored, suggesting it might be a historical document or a reproduction thereof.

On the left side of the page, there is a brief listing about an artist named Charles Hovey Pepper, detailing titles of works such as "Snow Storm," "Still Life," "Rocks," "Lake," "Evening," and so on. Below this is another list for an artist named Harley Perkins with titles like "Camden Village," "Along the Saguenay," "Solitude," and others.

The right side of the page features an article headlined "Matisse, Picasso at Fogg Museum." The article talks about the Fogg Museum at Harvard presenting a collection of recent paintings and drawings by Matisse and Picasso, as well as an exhibition of French furniture according to a certain Mrs. Jack Gardner's collection. There are references to different paintings, artists, and the types of exhibits featured at the museum. Various names and terms related to art and exhibitions are mentioned throughout the text, indicating that the content is targeted at individuals interested in the fine arts scene of that period.

Overall, the page is informational and appears to be from an older publication, given the date and the style of typesetting and layout typical of early 20th-century print media.

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This image shows a scrapbook or album page that contains several clipped newspaper and magazine articles and a typed list.

  • The left side has two typed lists of names and titles. The first list is under the heading "CHARLES HOVEY PEPPER" with the entries: Snow, Storm, Still Isle, Rocks, Lake, Evening. The second list is under "HARLEY PERKINS" with entries: Canadian Village, Along the Saguenay, Solitude, In Upland Country, Tadousac, P. Q., L'Anse St. Jean, Northern Twilight.

  • Adjacent to this list, there are three attached articles/newspaper clippings with handwritten date notations:

    1. A small clipping at the bottom left titled "Fine Arts" with the handwritten date "May 5, 1928" and the word "Transcript" in small script. This clipping lists upcoming exhibitions and art events in Boston including ones at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Fogg Art Museum, and others.
    2. A larger article above titled "The Metropolitan Museum" from the "American Magazine of Art May 1928" (handwritten note at top). The article discusses educational programs at the Metropolitan Museum of Art including radio talks on art themes, free symphony concerts, and the appointment of a new curator for Far Eastern Art.
    3. The longest article on the bottom right is titled "Matisse, Picasso at Fogg Museum" dated "Art News May 4." It discusses an exhibition of drawings and paintings at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University featuring works by Degas, Matisse, Picasso, and other artists, along with collections of French paintings and other European art.

The page appears to be a documentation of early 20th century art events and exhibitions, with clippings preserved for reference or archival purposes. The content focuses on notable art museums, exhibitions, and cultural programs in the 1920s.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with vintage newspaper clippings about fine arts.

  • Left page: a short list of works under headings “CHARLES HOVEY PEPPER” and “HARLEY PERKINS,” with titles like Snow, Storm, Still Isle, Rocks, Lake, Evening, and items such as Canadian Village, Along the Saguenay, Solitude, etc.
  • Right page: a dense vertical clipping about The Metropolitan Museum of Art using radio for educational work, with handwritten note at the top (likely “American Magazine of Art May 1937”).
  • Also on the right page is a large article titled “MATISSE, PICASSO AT FOGG MUSEUM” describing an exhibition, plus other art-related clippings.
  • At the bottom left is a small orange clipping labeled “Fine Arts” about Boston Expositions Open Next Week.
  • The pages are aged, the print is black and white, and the book is bound in a dark cover with visible stitching along the spine.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or archival document containing several articles and clippings related to art. The articles are focused on exhibitions, museums, and art news, originating from publications in May 1928.

Key Features:

  1. Left Page: The left section lists the titles of works by artists Charles Hovey Pepper and Harley Perkins, which include landscapes and other scenes, such as “Snow,” “Rocks,” “Evening,” and “Along the Saguenay.”

  2. Right Page:

    • There is a typed article titled "The Metropolitan Museum", which discusses the museum’s use of radio for educational purposes, events, and speaker presentations about various subjects including art and cultural topics.
    • A newspaper clipping titled "Matisse, Picasso at Fogg Museum" talks about an exhibition at Harvard’s Fogg Museum featuring French paintings of the 18th and 20th centuries by Matisse, Picasso, and others. It highlights pieces representing different styles and periods.
  3. Annotations: There are handwritten annotations on the page, including a note reading “American Magazine” at the top and a handwritten date next to the “Fine Arts” section reading "May 5, 1928."

The page appears to compile information on early 20th-century art exhibitions and art education efforts, reflecting both academic and public interest in art.