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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796251

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or a magazine, specifically from the "Boston Post" dated December 2, 1924. The page is titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions" and contains several articles and notices related to art exhibitions, lectures, and collections.

Summary of Contents:

  1. Art Exhibitions:

    • Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibition: An exhibition at the Boston Art Club featuring works by Gilbert Stuart, including portraits of notable figures like George Washington and John Adams.
    • Paintings of Spain and the Sea: An exhibition by Frank V. DuMond at the Copley Society, showcasing landscapes and seascapes.
    • Dutch East Indies Exhibition: An exhibition of etchings and watercolors by Willem Dooijewaard at the Grace Horne Galleries.
    • American Room Exhibition: An exhibition of French Homes and Gardens at the American Room, featuring works by various artists.
  2. Lectures on Art During the Week:

    • Lectures by Philip L. Hale on Boston Artists at the Boston Art Club.
    • Lectures by Arthur Pope on Persian Art at the Fogg Museum.
    • Lectures by Denman Ross on Art Principles at the Museum of Fine Arts.
  3. Collections and Critiques:

    • Chinese Manuscript Received by Widener: An article about Baron Alexander von Staël-Holstein donating a Chinese manuscript to the Widener Library. The manuscript is an 18th-century Buddhist philosophical treatise written in Chinese characters.
    • Secret Agents Report Action: A detailed report on the reverse side of the manuscript, describing the actions of secret agents in Tibet and their inspection of the manuscript.

Additional Details:

  • The page includes various smaller notices and advertisements related to art exhibitions and events.
  • The layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers, with multiple columns of text and occasional illustrations or photographs.

This summary provides an overview of the main topics and articles featured on the page.

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The image is a clipping from a publication titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions," dated December 3, 1954. It includes various sections detailing art exhibitions, lectures, and news related to art and antiquities.

Sections and Content:

  1. Boston Part:

    • The Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibition:
      • Displays a large number of works by Gilbert Stuart from the Renwick collection.
    • The Fogg Art Museum:
      • Exhibits American watercolors and loans from the Agnes Mongan collection.
      • Shows 20th-century American paintings and drawings.
    • The Institute of Modern Art:
      • Features works by various artists including Georges Braque, Jacques Lipchitz, and others.
    • The Boston Art Club:
      • Showcases a decorative art exhibition from the Illinois Institute of Technology.
      • Features works by Mies van der Rohe, Eero Saarinen, and others.
    • The Museum of Fine Arts:
      • Exhibits recent acquisitions and loans, including French paintings by Millet, Monet, and others.
      • Displays watercolors by Winslow Homer.
    • Drawings by Corrado Giaquinto:
      • An exhibition of drawings by the Italian artist at the Fogg Museum.
    • Gardner Museum:
      • Open to the public on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
    • Exhibition of Paintings by Curt Valentin:
      • Includes works by various artists such as Braque, Chagall, and others.
  2. New York:

    • Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt Collection:
      • Displayed at the Cooper Union Museum.
    • John Wedda's Photographs:
      • Exhibit of watercolors at the Norlyst Gallery.
    • Whitney Museum of American Art:
      • Features a show by Philip Hale.
    • Children’s Books of Four Centuries:
      • Exhibition at the Grolier Club.
    • The Brooklyn Museum:
      • Shows examples of the New England furniture.
    • The Metropolitan Museum of Art:
      • Hosts a lecture by Dr. Rudolf Wittkower on "Recent Harvard Excavations at the Mithraeum in Rome."
  3. Collections and Antiques:

    • Chinese Manuscript Received by Widener:
      • Baron Alexander von Staël-Holstein, a lecturer at the University of Yenching, donated a manuscript roll from the Tang dynasty to the Widener Library.
  4. Lectures on Art During the Week:

    • Announcements of various art-related lectures in Boston and New York.
  5. Secret Agents Report Action:

    • Describes a recently acquired manuscript that contains a unique Buddhist philosophical text.
      • The manuscript details a story involving secret agents of the king of Khotan and their mission.
      • The document is an important historical and literary artifact.

Overall, the clipping provides a comprehensive overview of the art scene in Boston and New York during the specified week, highlighting exhibitions, significant donations, and upcoming lectures.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated December 2, 1933, detailing various art exhibitions and events happening that week.

Headline:

  • "This Week at the Art Exhibitions"

Exhibitions and Events:

  1. Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibition:

    • Located at the Boston Public Library.
    • Open to visitors until December 10.
    • Features works by Gilbert Stuart and others, including American and European artists from the 18th and 19th centuries.
    • Admission fee: 25 cents.
  2. Decorative Arts:

    • Showcasing works by Zorn, Cranch, Baldung, and others.
    • Open at the Fogg Museum from December 1 to December 31.
    • Admission fee: 25 cents.
  3. Recent French Paintings:

    • Includes works by Millet, Sisley, Daubigny, and others.
    • Open at the Fogg Museum until December 31.
  4. Modern American Paintings:

    • Featuring works by Mrs. Frederick L. Ames, and others.
    • Open at the Fogg Museum.
  5. Drawings by Various Artists:

    • Works by Corot, Fragoard, Degas, and others.
    • Open at the Fogg Museum until December 31.
  6. Paintings by Cezanne:

    • Showcased at the Fogg Museum.
  7. Paintings of Ships and the Sea:

    • Works by artists like Doll and Richard.
    • Open at the Print Gallery.
  8. Etchings and Engravings:

    • Featuring works by John Whorf, Charles A. Willmott, and others.
    • Open at the Print Gallery.
  9. Water Colors by Debny T. Hird:

    • Showcased at the Print Gallery.
  10. Paintings by Philip L. Hale:

    • Showcased at the Boston Artists' Gallery.
  11. Children's Books:

    • Examples from the New England Library.
    • Open at the Boston Public Library.
  12. Lectures on Art:

    • Topics include "The Art of the Dutch East Indies," "The Art of the Japanese Ukiyo-e," and "The Art of the Chinese Manuscript."
    • Lectures are held at the Boston Public Library, Fogg Museum, and other venues.

Additional Articles:

  1. Chinese Manuscript Received by Widener:
    • Baron Alexander von Staël-Holstein donated a Chinese manuscript to the Widener Library.
    • The manuscript, written in the Prajnaparamita style, dates back to the eighth century A.D.
    • The article mentions the manuscript's condition and historical significance.

Overall, the clipping provides a comprehensive overview of the cultural and artistic events available to the public in Boston during early December 1933.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions" from December 2, 1925. The article covers several art exhibitions and events happening in Boston.

  1. Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibition:

    • The exhibition includes paintings by Gilbert Stuart and other American artists.
    • The exhibition is open until December 20.
    • Highlights include works by Washington Allston, Gilbert Stuart, and others.
  2. Recent Acquisitions at the Museum of Fine Arts:

    • Recent additions include paintings by Millais, Whistler, Corot, and others.
    • There are also new decorative arts from the 12th to 18th centuries.
  3. Paintings and Engravings:

    • Paintings of ships and sea scenes by Doll and Richardson.
    • Engravings and etchings by artists such as Rembrandt, Durer, and others.
  4. The Boston Art Club:

    • Shows paintings by artists like John Whorf and Philip L. Hale.
    • An exhibition of American Indian portraits by Winslow Homer and others.
  5. Lectures on Art:

    • Various lectures are scheduled throughout the week, including talks by Edward Chiera, Walter Pach, and others.
    • Topics range from "Recent Harvard Excavations in the Near East" to "The Art of the American Indian."
  6. Miscellaneous Exhibitions:

    • An exhibition of prints by artists such as Degas, Manet, and Whistler.
    • A show of Chinese manuscripts and other cultural artifacts.
  7. Chinese Manuscript by Widener:

    • Baron Alexander von Stael-Holstein, a visiting lecturer, presented a Chinese manuscript from the eighth century.
    • The manuscript is a Buddhist philosophical treatise and is considered a valuable addition to collections.

The article also includes a brief note about a secret agents report action related to the Tibetan petition and the historical context of the document. The clipping has a section titled "Collections and Critiques" and mentions Baron von Stael-Holstein's donation.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from December 2, 1928, titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions" from the Boston Post. Here's a detailed summary:

Boston Post, Dec. 2, 1928

This Week at the Art Exhibitions

  1. Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibit:

    • The Renassiance Gallery of the Boston Art Museum hosts a large number of visitors for the Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibit.
    • Exhibits include drawings by various artists, including American and European pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries.
    • Open until December 4, with an admission fee.
  2. Drawings and Etchings:

    • The Boston Art Museum features a variety of etchings and drawings by artists such as Corot, Degas, Tipolo, and others.
    • A special exhibition of works by William Blake, including etchings and watercolors, runs until December 4.
    • Water colors by Denby T. Hird and etchings by Anthony Thieme are part of the collection.
  3. Public Lectures:

    • Wednesday, Dec. 3: A lecture on "American Indian Portraits" by Winold Reiss.
    • Thursday, Dec. 4: A lecture on "The West End Galleries" by the curator.
    • Friday, Dec. 5: A lecture on "Recent Paintings by American Artists" by Miss Elizabeth E. Munsterberg.
    • Saturday, Dec. 6: A lecture on "The Seminoe Museum and the Fogg Art Museum" by Edward Chiera, featuring exhibits from the Seminoe Museum.
    • Sunday, Dec. 7: A lecture on "The Collection of the Boston Art Museum" by Philip Hale.
  4. Exhibition at the Robert C. Gardner Museum:

    • Exhibitions include paintings by various artists such as Millet, Whistler, and others, from different periods and styles.
  5. Collections and Critiques:

    • The Boston Art Museum continues to display collections and critiques, with pieces by noted artists like John Whorf and others.
  6. Chinese Manuscript Received by Widener:

    • Baron Alexander von Stael-Holstein, a donor to the Widener Library, presented a Chinese manuscript roll of the eighth century. The roll contains a Buddhist philosophical treatise, "The Prajnaparamita," and is significant for its historical and cultural value.
    • The manuscript also includes an account of secret agents and their actions in Tibet and China.
  7. Secret Agents Report Action:

    • The manuscript provides a detailed account of the secret activities of agents in the Khoran region, including their roles in the revolt against the sovereignty of Khoran.
    • It includes a petition by the Tibetan king to the Khotan king, dated around the 8th century A.D., showcasing early Tibetan writing.

Overall

The article covers various art exhibitions, lectures, and a significant historical manuscript addition to the Widener Library, reflecting Boston's cultural and scholarly activities during that period.

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The image shows a newspaper page with the headline "This Week at the Art Exhibitions," dated December 3, 1923. The page is divided into several sections, with the main section providing an overview of current art exhibitions in Boston.

  1. Main Article: "This Week at the Art Exhibitions"

    • The article highlights various art exhibitions taking place in Boston, including those at the Copley Society, the Boston Art Club, the Guild of Boston Artists, the Boston Common, the Boston Public Library, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Harvard University Department of Art.
    • Exhibits feature a range of artwork, including paintings, drawings, etchings, miniatures, and sculptures by both local and international artists.
    • Specific artists mentioned include John Singer Sargent, Frank W. Bellows, Philip L. Hale, and others.
    • The article also notes special lectures and events related to the exhibitions.
  2. Section: "Collections and Critiques"

    • This section includes a note about a Chinese manuscript received by the Widener Library, donated by Baron Alexander von Stael-Holstein. The manuscript is described as a roll of Buddhist philosophical treatises, written in the eighth century A.D. and considered one of the most valuable additions to the library.
  3. Section: "Lectures on Art During the Week"

    • This section lists lectures on art scheduled for the week, including topics on French painting, the history of the Boston Museum, and the art of the Far East.

The layout of the page is typical of a newspaper, with columns of text and headings in larger, bold font to highlight the main topics. The content focuses on cultural and educational events, providing readers with information about art exhibitions and related lectures in Boston during that week.

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The image shows a page from a book or magazine that features an article titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions," dated December 9, 1933. The article is surrounded by other text and sections, including a sidebar titled "COLLECTIONS — and — CRITIQUES by Carnyson," and it appears to be part of a larger collection dedicated to art, possibly reviews or listings of art exhibitions and news.

The text is dense and in English, featuring various paragraphs that detail specific exhibitions, lectures, and collections, which seems to encompass a range of artistic disciplines and events. It includes mentions of various artists, locations, and dates of the exhibitions, indicating that it was probably quite informative and useful for someone interested in the art scene during that time period.

The condition of the paper suggests age, with some yellowing and signs of wear, particularly along the edges, consistent with what you might expect from a document from the 1930s. The left side of the image shows the binding of the book or magazine, indicating that this is a two-page spread, with the right-hand page fully visible and the left-hand page mostly hidden from view.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with two newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The left clipping is titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions" from the Boston Post dated Dec. 2, 1928. It discusses various art exhibitions and events happening at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and other galleries, including exhibitions of paintings, etchings, and children's books, among other topics.

The right clipping is titled "Collections and Critiques" (dated Dec. 3, '28, with "Crimson" handwritten). The main article is about a Chinese manuscript received by Widener, donated by Baron Alexander von Stael-Holstein, a visiting lecturer from the University of Yenching. The manuscript is from the eighth century A.D., a Buddhist philosophical treatise written in Chinese characters of the Tang dynasty. The article also mentions the reverse side containing a report on secret agents and a Tibetan draft petition, noting its importance and excellent preservation.

The clippings are affixed neatly on the page, which appears to be part of a larger collection of such historical documents or articles.

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The image shows an open book or document, likely a newspaper or magazine page, dated December 2, 1907, titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions." The page is filled with text detailing various art exhibitions, lectures, and events happening in Boston, Massachusetts, during that week. The content is organized into several sections, each describing different art-related activities, such as:

Main Content:

  1. Art Exhibitions:

    • Gilbert Stuart Memorial Exhibition: Held at the Boston Art Club, featuring works by Gilbert Stuart and other artists, including Zorn, Aldrich, and Moran.
    • Boston Art Club: Showcasing modern American art, including works by Zorn, Aldrich, and Moran.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibiting paintings by Corot, Daubigny, and others.
    • Harvard College: Displaying Indian portraits by Winold Reiss.
    • Copley Society: Featuring works by Philip Kapelovitz and etchings by Philip Kapelovitz.
    • Boston Art Club: Sharing a collection of American Indian portraits by Winold Reiss.
  2. Lectures on Art:

    • Lectures on Art During the Week: Scheduled at the Boston Athenaeum, featuring talks by various speakers on topics such as Chinese art, the Semitic Recent Harvard Excavations, and more. These lectures are open to the public, with some free and others requiring a fee.
  3. Exhibition Details:

    • Specific details about the exhibitions, including opening hours, admission fees, and notable works on display.
    • Mentions of notable artists and their works, such as John Singer Sargent, Philip Kapelovitz, and others.

Sidebar Text:

  • On the right side of the page, there is a highlighted section titled "COLLECTIONS AND CRITIQUES", which discusses a Chinese Manuscript Received by Widener.
    • The manuscript is described as a Buddhist philosophical treatise from the Tang dynasty, written in Chinese characters on one side and Tibetan script on the other.
    • It is noted as a valuable addition to the Widener Library's collection, with historical and cultural significance.

Design and Layout:

  • The page is formatted in a classic newspaper or magazine style, with clear headings, subheadings, and organized paragraphs.
  • The text is printed in a serif font, typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger publication, as indicated by the visible page numbers and the structured layout.

Overall Context:

The image captures a snapshot of the art and cultural scene in Boston during the early 20th century, highlighting the diversity of art exhibitions, lectures, and the acquisition of significant historical manuscripts. The content reflects the era's interest in both contemporary and historical art, as well as the growing importance of museums and libraries in preserving cultural heritage.

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The image shows an open book with a page displaying a newspaper clipping. The clipping is titled "This Week at the Art Exhibitions" and is dated December 2, 1937. The article discusses various art exhibitions and lectures happening in Boston that week, including shows of Chinese paintings, watercolors, and sculptures, as well as talks on art history and theory. The clipping also mentions a donation of a Chinese manuscript to the Boston Library, which is described as a valuable addition to the collection. The book appears to be a collection of clippings or articles related to art and culture.