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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image displays a scanned page from a book or journal, featuring two distinct articles. The left page is dated Thursday, March 14, and includes a schedule of events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum. The events listed include a piano recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell, lectures on engineering, a biological seminar, a Boston Symphony Orchestra concert, and several talks at the Graduate School of Education. Additionally, there are exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries and an exhibition of recent accessories.

The right page, dated March 9, 1929, features an article titled "French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries at the Fogg Museum." The article discusses an exhibition of French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries, highlighting that it is a rare opportunity to view important pictures from this period in Boston. The exhibition includes works by artists such as David, Delacroix, Corot, Courbet, Millet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Monet, Matisse, Picasso, and Utrillo. The exhibition is noted for its comprehensiveness, with several paintings by some artists, and is open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily, except Sundays, until April 6. Admission is free.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or a periodical, specifically from March 1929, detailing various events and announcements.

On the left side of the page:

  1. March 14th Events:

    • Society of Harvard Dames: Piano recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell Moore at Phillips Brooks House, starting at 3 p.m.
    • Popular Lectures on Engineering III: "Vacuum Tubes and Their Application" by Professor E. L. Chaffee, Pierce Hall at 4:30 p.m.
    • Biological Seminar: "The Coloration of Chromodoris" by Professor W. J. Crozier at Zoological Laboratory, Room 402, at 4:45 p.m.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert: Conducted by Serge Koussevitzky, featuring Richard Burgin at the Sanders Theatre at 8 p.m. with a program including works by C. P. E. Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms.
  2. Graduate School of Education:

    • Conferences for Teachers:
      • Vocational and Educational Guidance, Lawrence 20 at 8 p.m., with Professor John M. Brewer.
      • Conference on the Dalton Plan in Theory and Practice, Lawrence 3 at 8 p.m., featuring John R. P. French of Derby Academy.
  3. Illustrated Lecture:

    • "Indian Architecture and Sculpture" by Dr. James H. Cousins at the Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum, at 8 p.m.

On the right side of the page:

  1. Fogg Art Museum:

    • French Paintings: Exhibit of French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries open until April 6. The exhibition includes recent acquisitions such as embroideries, prints, and sculptures.
    • Exhibition of Recent Acquisitions: Opens March 7, featuring works like embroideries, prints, and sculptures.
    • Etchings Exhibition: Display of etchings by Piranesi, available until March 9.
  2. Art News:

    • French Paintings of the 19th and 20th Centuries: An exhibition of these paintings at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing significant artists like Cézanne, Degas, Renoir, Gauguin, and others.
  3. Crimson (March 9, 1929):

    • Describes the exhibition of etchings by Piranesi, primarily aimed at students in Ancient Civilization classes, but open to the public.

The page highlights cultural, educational, and artistic events happening in Cambridge in March 1929.

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The image shows pages from an old newspaper or a magazine, specifically the Harvard Gazette and Crimson from March 1929. Here is a detailed summary of the content on the pages:

Harvard Gazette, Thursday, March 14, 1929:

  1. Society of Harvard Dames:

    • Piano recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell Moore.
    • Guests: The Technology Dames.
    • Location: Phillips Brooks House.
    • Time: 3 p.m.
  2. Popular Lectures on Engineering:

    • Lecture III: "Vacuum Tubes and their Application."
    • Speaker: Professor E. L. Chaffee.
    • Location: Pierce 110.
    • Time: 4:30 p.m.
  3. Biological Seminar:

    • Topic: "The Coloration of Chromodoris."
    • Speaker: Professor W. J. Crozier.
    • Location: Zoölogical Laboratory, Room 402.
    • Time: 4:45 p.m.
  4. Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert:

    • Conductor: Serge Koussevitzky.
    • Soloist: Richard Burgin.
    • Location: Sanders Theatre.
    • Time: 8 p.m.
    • Program includes works by C. F. E. Bach, Sibelius, and Brahms.
  5. Graduate School of Education:

    • Conference on Vocational and Educational Guidance.
    • Speaker: Professor John M. Brewer.
    • Location: Lawrence 20.
    • Time: 8 p.m.
    • Conference on the Dalton Plan in Theory and Practice by Mr. John R. P. French, Derby Academy, Hingham.
    • Location: Lawrence 3.
    • Time: 8 p.m.
  6. Illustrated Lecture:

    • Topic: "Indian Architecture and Sculpture."
    • Speaker: Dr. James H. Cousins, of Madras, India.
    • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum.
    • Time: 5 p.m.

Fogg Art Museum:

  1. French Paintings:

    • Exhibition of French Paintings from the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries.
    • Open until April 6.
  2. Exhibition of Recent Accessions:

    • Includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculptures, pottery, and an illuminated manuscript by Lippio Vanni.
    • Opened to the public.

Crimson, March 9, 1929:

  1. Exhibition of Etchings by Piranesi:
    • Display at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Focused on etchings arranged primarily for students in Ancient Civilization classes at Harvard and Radcliffe.
    • Open to the public.

Art News, March 9, 1929:

  1. French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries at the Fogg Museum:
    • Exhibition includes works from various French artists such as Manet, Degas, Renoir, and others.
    • Highlights the development of French painting from the late 19th century through the early 20th century.
    • The collection is a part of the Fogg Art Museum’s effort to represent a full range of French art.

These pages provide a snapshot of cultural and academic events happening at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum in March 1929.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings from March 1929 detailing various events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Gazette, March 14, 1929:

    • Society of Harvard Dames:

      • Piano recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell Moore at Phillips Brooks House, 3 p.m.
      • Guests: The Technology Dames.
    • Popular Lectures on Engineering, III:

      • "Vacuum Tubes and Their Application" by Professor E. L. Chaffee at Pierce 110, 4:30 p.m.
    • Biological Seminar:

      • "The Coloration of Chromodoris" by Professor W. J. Crozier at the Zoological Laboratory, Room 402, 4:45 p.m.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert:

      • Conducted by Serge Koussevitzky at Sanders Theatre, 8 p.m.
      • Program includes works by C. P. E. Bach, Max Bruch, and Brahms.
    • Graduate School of Education:

      • Conference on Vocational and Educational Guidance by Professor John M. Brewer at Lawrence 20, 8 p.m.
      • Conference on the Dalton Plan in Theory and Practice by Mr. John R. P. French at Lawrence 3, 8 p.m.
    • Illustrated Lecture:

      • "Indian Architecture and Sculpture" by Dr. James H. Cousins at Fogg Art Museum, 5 p.m.
  2. Fogg Art Museum, March 9, 1929:

    • French Paintings:

      • Exhibition of French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries, open until April 6.
      • Recent acquisitions exhibition includes embroideries, prints, oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an illuminated manuscript by Lippo Vanni.
    • Exhibition of Etchings:

      • Exhibition of etchings by Piranesi, primarily for students in Ancient Civilization classes at Harvard and Radcliffe, open to the public.
  3. Art News, March 9, 1929:

    • French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries at the Fogg Museum:
      • Exhibition of French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries, unique as Boston has not seen such a comprehensive exhibition.
      • Includes works by Monet, Renoir, Degas, Pissarro, Sisley, and others.
      • The exhibition is open from March 9 to April 6, with admission free on Saturdays and Sundays until 5 p.m.

The clippings highlight a rich schedule of cultural and educational events at Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum during early March 1929.

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The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated March 14, 1929. The page lists various events, lectures, concerts, and exhibitions happening at Harvard and associated institutions. Here is a detailed summary:

Events and Lectures:

  1. Society of Harvard Dames:

    • Event: Piano Recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell Moore.
    • Guests: The Technology Dames.
    • Location: Phillips Brooks House.
    • Time: 3 P.M.
  2. Popular Lectures on Engineering:

    • Topic: "Vacuum Tubes and their Application" (Illustrated).
    • Speaker: Professor E. L. Chaffee.
    • Location: Pierce Hall 110.
    • Time: 4:30 P.M.
  3. Biological Seminar:

    • Topic: "The Colorations of Chromodoris."
    • Speaker: Professor W. J. Crozier.
    • Location: Zoological Laboratory, Room 402.
    • Time: 4:45 P.M.
  4. Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert:

    • Conductor: Serge Koussevitzky.
    • Soloist: Richard Burgin, Sanders Theatre.
    • Program: Includes works by Pasquini, C. P. E. Bach, arranged by Weiner for Orchestra in D minor, and Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 73 by Brahms.
    • Time: 8 P.M.

Conferences:

  1. Graduate School of Education:

    • Conferences for Teachers:
      • Topic: Vocational and Educational Guidance.
      • Speaker: Professor John M. Brewer.
      • Location: Lawrence Hall.
      • Time: 8 P.M.
    • Conference on Dalton Plan:
      • Topic: "Five Years Experience with Individual Study."
      • Speaker: Mr. John R. P. French, Derby Academy.
      • Time: Same as above.
  2. Illustrated Lecture:

    • Topic: "Indian Architecture and Sculpture."
    • Speaker: Dr. James H. Cousins, of Madras, India.
    • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum.
    • Time: 8 P.M.

Exhibitions at Fogg Art Museum:

  1. French Paintings:

    • An exhibition featuring French paintings from the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, open until April 6.
  2. Exhibition of Recent Accessions:

    • Includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture and pottery, and an antiphonary illuminated by Lippo Vanni.
    • The material was acquired by the Museum either by purchase or gift during the last few months.
  3. French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries:

    • This exhibition is set to open on March 7.
    • It will include significant examples of French art from the XIXth and XXth centuries.
    • Paintings from artists such as David, Delacroix, Corot, Millet, Manet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne, Gauguin, Matisse, Picasso, and more.
    • The exhibition aims to trace the development of modern art through these important works.
  4. Exhibition of Etchings:

    • Currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Includes etchings by Piranel, showcasing different stencils of interest.
    • Primarily arranged for students enrolled in the Ancient Civilization classes at Harvard and Radcliffe.
    • The public is also invited to view the exhibition.

This summary captures the essence of the various academic, cultural, and artistic events listed in the Gazette for that date.

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The image shows a page from a historical document, specifically a gazette dated March 14, 1929. The page lists various events and exhibitions happening on that day and in the following days. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Thursday, March 14, 1929

  1. Society of Harvard Dames

    • Event: Piano Recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell Moore
    • Guests: The Technology Dames
    • Location: Phillips Brooks House
    • Time: 3 P.M.
  2. Popular Lectures on Engineering

    • Lecture III: "Vacuum Tubes and Their Applications"
    • Speaker: Professor E. L. Chaffee
    • Location: Pierce 110
    • Time: 4:30 P.M.
  3. Botanical Seminar

    • Topic: "The Color of Living Things"
    • Speaker: Professor W. J. Crozier
    • Location: Zoological Laboratory, Room 402
    • Time: 4:15 P.M.
  4. Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert

    • Conductor: Serge Koussevitzky
    • Soloist: Richard Burgin
    • Location: Sanders Theatre
    • Time: 8 P.M.
    • Program:
      • C. P. E. Bach: Concerto for Orchestra in D major
      • Maximilian Leuchtenberg: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D minor, Op. 47
      • Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 73
  5. Graduate School of Education

    • Event: Conferences for Teachers
    • Conference on Vocational and Educational Guidance
    • Speaker: Professor John M. Brewer
    • Location: Lawrence 20
    • Time: 8 P.M.
  6. Conference on the Dalton Plan in Theory and Practice

    • Speaker: Mr. John R. T. French of Derby Academy
    • Location: Hingham
    • Time: Lawrence 3
    • Time: 8 P.M.
  7. Illustrated Lecture

    • Topic: "Indian Architecture and Sculpture"
    • Speaker: Dr. James H. Cousins of Madras, India
    • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum
    • Time: 8 P.M.

Gazette, March 9, 1929

  1. Fogg Art Museum
    • Exhibition: French Paintings

      • An exhibition of French paintings from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
      • Open to the public until April 6.
    • Exhibition of Recent Accessions

      • Includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, and pottery.
      • Illustrated by Luigi Vanoni.
      • Many items have been acquired through purchase or gift.

Crimson, March 9, 1929

  1. Exhibition of Etchings
    • An exhibition of etchings by Piranesi.
    • On display at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Open to the public.

Art News, March 9, 1929

  1. French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries at the Fogg Museum
    • An exhibition of French paintings from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
    • Unique to Boston due to its scope and the number of important works.
    • Includes paintings by Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, and others.
    • Open to the public from March 7 to April 6.
    • Features works from private collections and museums, including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Metropolitan Museum, and the Chicago Art Institute.

This page provides a snapshot of cultural and academic events happening in and around Harvard University in March 1929.

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This image shows a page, possibly from a publication or a newsletter, notably dated with "Gazette Mar. 14, 1929" at the top left and "Art News March 9, 1929" on the right. The page is slightly yellowed, indicating age, and contains typed text with various headings and information about upcoming events, lectures, and exhibitions.

The events listed are associated with the Harvard University community, as indicated by the mention of "Society of Harvard Dames," "Phillips Brooks House," and "Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert." Topics vary from engineering lectures to biological seminars and a grand school for teachers. Notably, there's a section titled "Illustrated Lecture," referring to "Indian Architecture and Sculpture" by Dr. James H. Cousins, which happened at the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right, there is a passage highlighting an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum titled "French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries," detailing an exhibit that was set to open on March 7. The narrative describes the scope of the exhibition, which includes famous artists such as Cézanne, Renoir, Gauguin, and Van Gogh. References to the contributing institutions, like the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, provide insight into the significance and breadth of the exhibition.

Below that text on the left is another heading, "Crimson Mar. 9, 1929," followed by a brief description of "Exhibition of Etchings by Piranesi" at the Fogg Art Museum.

The type of paper, the fonts used, and the wear on the page suggest that it is an original document from that time, preserved in a book. The right side of the page is bound, with stitching visible, indicating it's part of a bound volume. It's an interesting historical document providing a snapshot of cultural events and scholarly activities during that era at Harvard.

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The image shows an open book, likely a university or institutional newsletter or gazette, dated from the early 20th century. The book contains several handwritten annotations and typed content, organized into different sections. Here is a detailed description:

Handwritten Annotations:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The word "Gazette" is handwritten at the top, indicating that this is a university or institutional gazette.
    • The date "Mar. 14, 1929" is handwritten above the typed content, suggesting the issue is from March 14, 1929.
  2. Middle Left:

    • Another handwritten note reads "Gazette Mar. 9, 1929", indicating a reference to an earlier issue from March 9, 1929.
  3. Bottom Left:

    • A handwritten note reads "Crimson Mar 9, 1929", likely referencing another publication or event from March 9, 1929.
  4. Bottom Center:

    • The handwritten note "Exhibition of Etchings" is visible, indicating a reference to an exhibition of etchings.

Typed Content:

The main body of the page contains typed text, divided into several sections:

Top Section: Events and Announcements

  • Thursday, March 14:
    • Society of Harvard Dames: Piano Recital by Mrs. Edward Caldwell Moore. Guests: The Technology Dames. Venue: Phillips Brooks House, 3 P.M.
    • Popular Lectures on Engineering III: "Vacuum Tubes and their Application." Lecturer: Professor E. L. Chaffee. Venue: Pierce 110, 4:30 P.M.
    • Biological Seminar: "The Coloration of Chromosomes." Lecturer: Professor W. J. Crozier. Venue: Zoological Laboratory, Room 402, 4:45 P.M.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concert: Conductor: Serge Koussevitzky. Soloist: Richard Burgin. Program includes works by Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms.
    • Graduate School of Education: Conferences for Teachers. Conference on Vocational and Educational Guidance. Speaker: Professor John M. Brewer. Time: Lawrence 20, 8 P.M.
    • Conference on the Dalton Plan: Speaker: Mr. John R. P. French, of Derby Academy. Time: Lawrence 3, 8 P.M.
    • Illustrated Lecture: "Indian Architecture and Sculpture." Lecturer: Dr. James H. Cousins, of Madras, India. Venue: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum, 5 P.M.

Middle Section: Fogg Art Museum Announcements

  • French Paintings:
    • Announcement of an exhibition of French Paintings of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries at the Fogg Art Museum, open until April 6.
    • Details about the exhibition, including hours (daily from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., Sundays from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M.) and admission (free).
  • Exhibition of Recent Accessions:
    • Announcement of an exhibition of recent accessions at the Fogg Art Museum, including paintings, sculpture, embroideries, prints, Oriental art, and illuminated manuscripts by Lippo Vanni. The material was acquired through purchase or gift in the past few months.
  • Exhibition of Etchings:
    • Announcement of an exhibition of etchings by Piranesi at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition features client etchings of interest, arranged primarily for students enrolled in Ancient Civilization classes at Harvard and Radcliffe. The exhibition is open to the public at any time.

Bottom Section: Art News

  • French Paintings of the XIXth and XXth Centuries at the Fogg Museum:
    • A detailed announcement about an exhibition of French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition features works by artists such as Delacroix, Manet, Monet, and Degas, among others.
    • The exhibition is open daily from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., with Sundays from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M., and admission is free.
    • The text highlights the significance of the exhibition, noting that it includes works by several first-class examples of French painting and provides an opportunity to study the development of painting in French schools. It also mentions that the Fogg Museum has gathered some seventy pictures representing the full work of these men.
    • The exhibition is unique for this period, as many important pictures of this kind have never before been exhibited together. It has been made possible through the generosity of distinguished private collectors.

Overall Layout and Context:

  • The page appears to be part of a university or institutional gazette, likely from Harvard University, given references to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard classes, and Radcliffe.
  • The content includes a mix of cultural events, academic lectures, art exhibitions, and museum announcements, reflecting the diverse activities and interests of the institution.
  • The handwritten annotations suggest that someone has been actively reviewing or annotating the gazette, possibly for personal or academic purposes.

Visual Elements:

  • The page has a classic, aged appearance with yellowed paper and typed text in a serif font.
  • The handwritten notes are in black ink and are neatly placed in the margins, indicating careful annotation.
  • The layout is organized, with clear headings and sections for different types of announcements.

This image provides a snapshot of early 20th-century academic and cultural life, showcasing the integration of art, education, and community events within a university setting.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a university or college student newspaper, featuring an article titled "French Painting of the XIXth and XXth Centuries at the Fogg Museum." The article discusses an exhibition of French paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Matisse, Picasso, Utrillo, Redon, Derain, and others. The article highlights the significance of the exhibition in providing students with an opportunity to study the development of modern art. The exhibition is described as unique because it includes many important pictures that have not been exhibited before. The article also mentions that the exhibition is open to the public until April 6, 1924. The book appears to be a physical copy with a black cover and a beige interior.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with a date of March 14, 1929. The clipping contains a list of events and exhibitions taking place in the Boston area, including a piano recital, lectures on engineering and biology, a symphony orchestra concert, and an exhibition of French paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries at the Fogg Art Museum. The clipping also mentions an exhibition of recent accessions at the Fogg Art Museum, which includes embroideries, antiquities, oriental paintings, sculpture, and pottery. Additionally, there is an exhibition of etchings by Piranesi that is open to the public. The clipping provides information on the dates, times, and locations of these events and exhibitions.