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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings. It features a photograph of a sculpture titled "An Expressive Study of Ishikawa Danjira, an old time Japanese actor, by Allan Clark." The photograph is accompanied by a caption at the bottom that provides information about the sculpture and its exhibition. The sculpture depicts a figure in traditional Japanese attire, possibly a performer or actor, in a dramatic pose. The figure is wearing a headpiece and holding what looks like a sword or similar object. The background of the photograph is dark, which helps to highlight the figure and the sculpture.
To the right of the photograph, there are two printed pages. The top page is from the "Cambridge Tribune" and lists events from Harvard University for the week of July 21, 1928, including lectures, concerts, and recitals. The bottom page is from the "Tribune" and lists an event from August 2, 1928, at the Fogg Art Museum, where a lecture on "The New Novel" by L. Denis Peterkin, a lecturer on Greek and Latin at Harvard University, was held.
The left side of the scrapbook page contains a vertical strip with text, which might be related to the content or context of the items on the right. The bottom right corner of the scrapbook page has a handwritten date, "July 15, 1928," indicating when this page was added to the scrapbook.
This image shows an open scrapbook or collection book with a clipping from a newspaper or magazine. The clipping features a photograph of a sculpture titled "An Expressive Study of Ishikawa Danjira," an old-time Japanese actor, by Allan Clark. The sculpture depicts a man in traditional Japanese attire, possibly a kabuki performer, holding a sword in one hand and a bow in the other, with a dramatic and intense expression.
The text below the photograph provides context about the sculpture, mentioning that it is part of the annual summer exhibition of the Newport Art Association, held at Newport, Rhode Island, under the auspices of the association and the Grand Central Galleries of New York. The exhibition opened on a certain date and continues through August 4.
On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "Harvard University Calendar Open to the Public," listing various events and lectures scheduled for the week of July 23 to July 28, 1928. The events include lectures on topics such as "Laws of Learning," "Other Universes," and "Three Weeks in Spain," as well as music performances and recitals.
The page is dated July 15, 1928, and is labeled "Boston Sunday Herald." The overall appearance of the page suggests it is from a historical collection or archive, possibly documenting cultural and educational events from the late 1920s.
This image displays an open scrapbook or album, showing a newspaper clipping dated July 18, 1925, mounted on one page. The clipping is from the Boston Sunday Herald and features a large, sepia-toned photograph of a sculpted bust.
The photograph shows a dramatic, expressive sculpture of a seated Japanese actor. The figure is identified in the caption as Ishikawa Danjūrō, an old-time Japanese actor, and the sculpture is attributed to Allan Clark.
Beneath the image, a caption reads:
“AN EXPRESSIVE STUDY OF ISHIKAWA DANJŪRŌ, an old time Japanese actor, by Allan Clark. It is one of the notable works at the annual summer exhibition of the Newport Art Association, held at Newport, R. I., under the auspices of the association and the Grand Central galleries of New York. The exhibition opened yesterday and continues through August 4.”
The source is credited as: Boston Sunday Herald, July 18, 1925.
On the right-hand side of the clipping, another column of text from the Cambridge Tribune, July 25, 1925 is visible. It contains a Harvard University Calendar listing public lectures, concerts, and recitals scheduled from Monday, July 23, through Thursday, July 26, and into August. This column appears to be glued or pasted adjacent to the main clipping.
This clipping was evidently preserved for its cultural or artistic relevance — highlighting a Western sculptor’s interpretation of a classical Japanese theatrical figure. The Newport Art Association exhibition suggests international artistic exchange and interest in Japanese culture during the early 20th century.
In summary, this image captures a historical moment: a newspaper review of an artwork from 1925, preserved in a personal scrapbook, offering insight into early 20th-century art exhibitions and cross-cultural artistic appreciation.
The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring an article about a statue of Ishikawa Danjira, an old Japanese actor. The article includes a black and white photograph of the statue, which depicts a man in traditional Japanese clothing holding a sword. The article provides details about the statue, its artist Allan Clark, and the exhibition where it was displayed. The page also includes a calendar section with events and lectures scheduled for the week.
A book with pages is open, and a photograph is placed on the left side. The photograph is in black and white, and a person is standing and holding a sword in his right hand. He is wearing a traditional outfit. Some text is written on the right side of the page, and a watermark is on the left side of the page. The page has a brown border.
The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, dated July 18, 1925, as indicated at the bottom right corner. The page features a combination of a photograph and textual content.
Caption: Below the photograph, there is a caption that reads:
"AN EXPRESSIVE STUDY OF ISHIKAWA, DANJIRA, an old time Japanese actor, by Allan Clark. It is one of the notable works at the annual summer exhibition of the Newport Art Association, held at Newport, R. I., under the auspices of the association and the Grand Central galleries of New York. The exhibition opened yesterday and continues through August 4."
Additional Text (Right Side):
The image captures a moment in early 20th-century cultural life, showcasing the intersection of art, theater, and academia. The sculpture of Ishikawa Danjirō highlights the appreciation for traditional Japanese theater and its influence on Western art, while the accompanying text reflects the broader cultural and educational activities of the time. The page serves as a historical document, offering insights into both artistic exhibitions and public events from July 1925.
This image shows a sepia-toned photograph affixed to a page in a book or album. The photograph captures a sculpture of what appears to be a Japanese figure, possibly a classical actor or performer, given the dramatic pose and attire. The figure is captured in a dynamic posture, suggesting movement, with one leg and arm extended, while the other arm is bent holding what might be a fan or similar object.
To the right of the image, there is an article or event listing from a publication that is titled "Cambridge Tribune, July 2, 1927." The text includes a variety of listings and announcements related to events, lectures, and exhibitions, suggesting a cultural or educational context. On the lower-left corner of the photograph, there is a caption that reads "AN EXPRESSIVE STUDY OF ISHIKAWA DANJURO, an old time Japanese actor, by Allan Clark. It is one of the notable works at the annual summer exhibition of the Newport Art Association, held at Newport, R.I., under the auspices of the association and the Grand Central Galleries of New York. The exhibition opened yesterday and continues through August 4."
Directly below the photograph is a reference to "Boston Sunday Herald," followed by a date "July 18, 1925," which could indicate the source or reference for the caption or a related publication date.
The quality and style of the photograph, along with the context provided by the accompanying text, suggest that this is an image from an archival or historical document, perhaps from the late 1920s, and relates to an art exhibition.
The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or photo album. On the left side of the page, there is a sepia-toned photograph of a statue titled "An Expressive Study of Ishikawa Danjura," depicting an old-time Japanese actor in traditional attire and pose. The statue is by Allan Clark. Below the photograph, there is a caption explaining that the statue is one of the notable works exhibited at the annual summer exhibition of the Newport Art Association and that the exhibition opened recently and continues through early August.
To the right of the statue photograph, there are two newspaper clippings. The first clipping is from the "Cambridge Tribune," dated July 23, 1928. It lists announcements and public events, including lectures, concerts, and other activities happening around that time, mostly related to Harvard University and other local venues.
The second clipping is from the "Tribune," dated July 31, 1928, and mentions an upcoming lecture titled "The New Novel" by K.E. Denis Peterkin, a lecturer on Greek and Latin at Harvard University.
The page appears to be carefully preserved, held in place by photo corners and tape, with handwritten notes including dates and publication names in the margins.
This is an image from a book or scrapbook that shows a sepia-toned photograph on the left page and a text column on the right page. The photograph features a statue or sculpture titled "An Expressive Study of Ishikawa Danjûrô," depicting a dramatic pose of a figure with flowing garments, holding a sword. The text beneath the photograph provides information about the artwork and its exhibition. Marginal notes and a handwritten note identify the source (Boston Sunday Herald) and date (July 14, 1928). On the right page, there is typed text from the "Cambridge Tribune" with a date at the top (July 21), detailing Harvard University events and other announcements.