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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796325

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The image depicts an open page from a publication, likely a newspaper or a magazine, dated February 25, 1929. The content on the page is divided into several sections, each with a distinct heading and article.

  1. New Art Exhibition on Display at Fogg (February 25, 1929):

    • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring embroideries, etchings, and prints. The exhibition includes works by Goya and Holbein, a 16th-century old censer, and a 17th-century Italian embroidery.
    • Notable pieces mentioned include a crucifixion embroidery from the 16th century and an embroidered altar frontal from the 17th century.
    • The article also highlights a gift by Phillip Hofer, which includes rare and beautiful etchings by Goya.
  2. Fogg Museum to Loan Pictures to Students (February 26, 1929):

    • This section describes an initiative by the Fogg Art Museum to loan pictures to students at Harvard University. The museum has a collection of 348 volume pages with literary text and illustrations.
    • The idea is to provide students with visual aids to enhance their understanding of art and literature.
    • The collection includes works by artists like Holbein, Dürer, and Rembrandt, among others.
  3. Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture at Harvard (February 27, 1929):

    • This article announces a lecture by Professor Johnny Roosval of the University of Stockholm on the development of architecture in Sweden.
    • The lecture is part of a series of illustrated lectures at the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Fine Arts (February 26, 1929):

    • This section lists various art exhibitions and events happening in the area, including exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Art Club, and other galleries.
    • It provides details on the artists, the types of artworks displayed, and the venues.

The page layout includes text columns with headings and subheadings, providing a structured and organized presentation of the articles. The text is dense, indicating detailed coverage of the topics.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from a 1929 issue, featuring two articles related to art exhibitions and acquisitions.

First Article: "New Art Exhibition on Display at Fogg Museum"

  • The article discusses a new exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, which includes recent acquisitions such as embroideries, etchings, and prints.
  • A set of 14th-century French embroideries, likely from a casket, and an antique censor from Iraq are among the new acquisitions.
  • The censor, dating from around 1500 B.C., is notable for its detailed depiction of Assyrian figures and animals.
  • The exhibition also includes a large cross-stitch tapestry, a "Triumpal Car" by Dürer, and other significant works.
  • The museum is loaning pictures to students for educational purposes, with the exhibition open to the public.

Second Article: "Fogg Museum to Loan Pictures to Students"

  • The Fogg Museum is initiating a plan to loan pictures to Harvard students, allowing them to decorate their rooms with artworks for free.
  • This initiative is part of a broader cultural education program and is seen as a way to bring art into daily life.
  • The museum's director, Edward W. Forbes, has approved the loaning of prints and pictures to students.
  • The article also mentions an upcoming lecture series on architecture at Harvard by Professor Sigurd Frosterus from Stockholm.

Additional Information:

  • The clipping includes a list of exhibitions at various galleries and museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The exhibitions cover a range of art periods and styles, from ancient to modern, and include various media such as glass, pottery, and paintings.

The articles highlight the museum's efforts to make art more accessible to students and the broader public through exhibitions and educational initiatives.

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The image is a page from an old newspaper or magazine featuring articles related to art exhibitions and cultural events.

  1. New Art Exhibition at Fogg Museum:

    • Date: February 25, 1929
    • Content: The Fogg Art Museum is showcasing new acquisitions, including rare and antique embroideries, etchings, and prints. The article mentions a set of 200-year-old cross-shaped embroideries from Valencia, Spain, and highlights an ancient censor from Iraq, dated around 1500 B.C. The museum has also acquired a significant collection of etchings by Goya and Holbein, including "The Triumphant Car" by Holbein and "Dance of Death" by Hans Holbein the Younger.
  2. Fogg Museum to Loan Pictures to Students:

    • Date: February 29, 1929
    • Content: The Fogg Museum is participating in a cultural experiment by loaning works of art to Harvard University students for their dorm rooms. This initiative aims to enhance the students' understanding and appreciation of fine arts. The loaned pictures include various works by artists like Goya, Holbein, and others, with a focus on diverse methods and periods.
  3. Exhibitions Now Open:

    • Fine Arts:
      • Museum of Fine Arts: Exhibits include works by various artists and collections such as decorative arts, jewelry, and pottery.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Open from 9 AM to 5 PM, with extended hours on Thursdays until 9 PM.
      • Harvard Art Museums: Various galleries and collections are open for viewing, including those by John Singer Sargent, Winslow Homer, and others.
      • Yale University Art Gallery: Exhibits are open with extended hours on certain days.
  4. Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture at Harvard:

    • Date: February 29, 1929
    • Content: Professor Gunnar Asplund from Stockholm is giving illustrated lectures at the Fogg Museum and Harvard School of Architecture. His lectures cover various architectural themes, including Swedish architecture, with specific focus on "Gothic" and "Modern Swedish Architecture."

The page includes details on the locations and timings of these exhibitions and lectures, providing a glimpse into the cultural and academic life of the time.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring several articles related to art and exhibitions. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. New Art Exhibition at Fogg Museum:

    • The top left section discusses an upcoming art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, showcasing various acquisitions including embroideries, etchings, and prints.
    • It highlights the significance of the newly discovered embroideries in France, from a 2000-year-old center in Iraq, and mentions a large cross-shaped piece that represents the crucifixion of Christ, dated around 1400.
  2. Embroideries by Gaya and Canal:

    • It describes an embroidery by Gaya, printed by Dürer and Holbein, and an embroidery from a 16th-century center in Valencia, Spain.
    • The piece of embroidery from Valencia is noted for its detailed craftsmanship and historical value.
  3. Loan of Pictures to Students:

    • The middle section details the Fogg Museum’s initiative to loan pictures to Harvard students, providing an educational experience in the field of fine arts.
    • It mentions that the loan includes works from renowned artists and is designed to broaden students' understanding and appreciation of art history.
  4. Important Artworks:

    • An etching by Philip Hofer is highlighted, known for its rare and beautiful qualities.
    • The article discusses the 'Triumpbal Car' by Dürer, dated 1522, and its significance as a woodcut depicting the family of Maximilian I.
    • It also touches on the 'Dance of Death' by Hans Holbein, another notable piece from the museum's collection.
  5. Exhibitions at Fine Arts Museums:

    • The right section lists various exhibitions currently open at different Fine Arts museums around Boston.
      • Museum of Fine Arts, Boston: Exhibitions on various decorative arts and crafts.
      • Yale University Art Gallery: On display are works by various artists, including an exhibition on contemporary American artists.
      • Harvard Art Museums: Features a variety of contemporary art and architecture lectures.
  6. Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture at Harvard:

    • The bottom section announces a series of lectures on Scandinavian architecture by a professor from Stockholm at the Harvard School of Architecture.
    • These lectures cover Gothic architecture and modern Swedish architecture.

The articles collectively highlight the Fogg Museum's role in preserving and displaying significant artworks, and its efforts to engage students and the public through educational initiatives and exhibitions.

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The image displays an open book with two visible pages. The left page discusses a new art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting various acquisitions including embroideries, etchings, and prints. Notable pieces mentioned are a set of embroideries from the 15th century, a 2000-year-old censer from Iraq, and a 'Triumphal Car' by Martin Schongauer. The right page features an article about the Fogg Museum loaning pictures to students for their rooms, aiming to foster an appreciation for fine arts. Another article on this page describes a lecture by Professor Johnny Roosval from Stockholm on Swedish architecture at Harvard. The text is dense and the layout is formal, typical of an informational or academic publication.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Crimson, dated February 25, 1938. It contains several articles and announcements related to the arts. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. New Art Exhibition on Display at Fogg:

    • A new art exhibition is being displayed at the Fogg Museum, featuring various types of artworks including embroideries, etchings, and prints.
    • Works by artists such as Giaya and Canaletto, including pieces from Iran, Italy, and a 1300-year-old drawing, are highlighted.
    • The exhibition spans a wide range of periods and styles, including an embroidered altar piece representing the Crucifixion, a unified group of Virgin, Saint John, and Mary Magdalene, and works by Dürer and Holbein.
  2. Fogg Museum to Loan Pictures to Students:

    • The Fogg Museum's Directors have decided to loan artworks to students of Italian painting for the anthropology department.
    • This initiative aims to enhance cultural education by integrating art into the curriculum, especially for students at Harvard University.
  3. Exhibitions Now On:

    • A list of current exhibitions is provided:
      • Fine Arts, Huntington Avenue, Boston: Paintings by contemporary artists.
      • Museum of Fine Arts: Works by Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, and others.
      • Addison Gallery of American Art: Paintings by Winslow Homer.
      • Worcester Art Museum: Paintings by Shahn.
      • Institute of Modern Art: Paintings by Stuart Davis.
      • Various galleries: Exhibitions featuring works by artists like Thomas Hart Benton, Maurice Prendergast, and others.
  4. Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture at Harvard:

    • Professor Johnny Roosval from Stockholm is scheduled to give three illustrated lectures on Swedish art and architecture at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The topics include "Romanesque Architecture in Sweden and Denmark," "Gothic Architecture," and "Modern Swedish Architecture."

The articles reflect a rich engagement with art, both in terms of exhibitions and educational opportunities, emphasizing the cultural and academic significance of these events at Harvard University and the broader Boston area.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with several newspaper clippings pasted on both pages. The clippings pertain to art exhibitions, lectures, and museum-related news. The left page has a larger clipping titled "NEW ART EXHIBITION ON DISPLAY AT FOGG," dated Feb. 25, 1929, along with two smaller clippings titled "Fogg Museum to Loan Pictures to Students" and "Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture at Harvard," dated Feb. 27, 1929, and Feb. 21, 1929, respectively.

The right page contains a column titled "Fine Arts Transcript Feb. 21, ’29," listing exhibitions currently open at various galleries and museums, including institutions such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Harvard, the Fogg Museum, and others. The list includes the names of artists and the types of artworks on display, such as paintings, sculptures, drawings, and etchings. The text is organized in neat columns and includes some highlights and underlined portions, suggesting emphasis on specific events or information.

The overall appearance is that of an archival or historical record capturing art-related events and announcements from early 1929.

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The image depicts an open book or newspaper with two pages visible. The left page has a large article titled "NEW ART EXHIBITION ON DISPLAY AT FOGG" followed by several paragraphs of text and two subheadings, one reads "Fogg Museum to Loan Pictures to Students" and the other "Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture at Harvard." There are three columns of text under the main article heading, and a pull quote is highlighted on the left side of the page.

The right page features a section with a heading "Fine Arts," under which there is an article titled "Exhibitions Now Open." The article lists various art exhibitions, their locations, descriptions, and some details about the artworks or themes displayed. There are also some handwritten corrections or annotations made in red on the text, indicating editing marks or possibly a reader's notes.

The newspaper or magazine itself appears to be aged, with yellowing pages indicating that it might be a historical document. The spine of the book/newspaper is visible to the right, suggesting that this is a bound volume of collected papers or archived issues.

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The image depicts an open book, likely an exhibition catalog or program, showcasing details about an art exhibition held at the Fogg Art Museum. The book is open to two facing pages, each containing text and some handwritten annotations.

Left Page:

  • Title: "NEW ART EXHIBITION ON DISPLAY AT FOGG ART MUSEUM, Feb. 1-29"
  • Content: The left page discusses a new art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring embroidery, etchings, and prints among new acquisitions. It highlights notable works, including:
    • Embroidery by Gaya and Canal: A 3000-year-old Italian piece from the late 19th century, partially representing the scope of the Fogg Art Museum's display.
    • Embroideries by Dürer and Holbein: An 18th-century piece from Germany, partially restored at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Embroideries discovered in Spain: Unknown and unpublished, dating from around 1400, from Valencia.
    • Embroideries by the Emperor Maximilian: A large cross-shaped piece, representing the crucifixion of Christ, with symbolic elements like the Virgin, Saint John, and the Magdalene.
    • The "Triumphal Car" by Dümmen: A wooden plan for a car used by Maximilian to glorify his family and the twelve apostles, allied with the twelve prophets from the Book of Death.
    • The "Dance of the Fogg Museum": A favorite subject, part of a series by Hoben, depicting the dance of death during the Middle Ages.

Right Page:

  • Title: "Fine Arts Exhibition Now Open"
  • Content: The right page lists various fine arts exhibitions and events taking place at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
    • Exhibitions: Details of ongoing exhibitions, such as:
      • Pictures to Students: An exhibition of works loaned by students in a plan for educational work in the way of cultural education.
      • Pictures by Students: An exhibition of works by students, free of charge to students of the Harvard University.
      • Stockholm Professor Lectures on Architecture: Lectures by Professor Johedson at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Exhibition Dates: Specific dates for each exhibition are provided, such as February 1–29 for the "New Art Exhibition" and February 24 for the Stockholm lectures.
    • Handwritten Annotations: There are red handwritten notes on the right page, likely marking or highlighting specific entries or dates. One note points to the entry for "Pictures to Students," and another appears near the bottom of the page.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a program or catalog for an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the artworks on display, their historical significance, and accompanying events such as lectures. The handwritten notes suggest that someone has used the book to track or emphasize certain exhibitions or dates. The layout and content indicate a formal, academic setting, likely from the early 20th century, given the style of the text and the references to historical artworks.

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The image shows an open book with two pages displaying a mix of text and images. The book appears to be a historical or cultural magazine, likely from the early 20th century. The left page features an article titled "New Art Exhibition at Fogg" with a heading that reads "Exhibitions Now Open." The article discusses an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, including details about the artworks on display and their historical significance.

The right page has a section titled "Fine Arts" with a subheading "Exhibitions Now Open." This section lists various art exhibitions happening at different locations in Cambridge, Massachusetts, including the Fogg Museum, Harvard Art Galleries, and other art shops and galleries. The text provides information about the artworks, artists, and exhibition dates.

The overall layout of the pages is organized, with the text and images complementing each other. The images include photographs of artworks, architectural drawings, and historical artifacts. The book's design suggests a focus on art, culture, and history, catering to an audience interested in these subjects.