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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796362

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The image shows an open book or magazine with multiple sections of text, some of which are highlighted and marked with handwriting. The page appears to contain articles and reviews, likely discussing art exhibits and lectures at the Fogg Museum in Boston, Massachusetts.

The top left section is titled "Member of Fogg Staff Reviews Art Exhibit" and discusses a show of modern French paintings and drawings. The text describes the works of various artists, including Matisse, Cezanne, Van Gogh, and others, and touches on the exhibition's significance.

The top right section mentions a lecture from India at the Fogg Museum, featuring Dr. James H. Cousins. It provides details about the lecture on "Indian Architecture and Sculpture" and includes a description of the speaker's background.

The bottom half of the page includes a section titled "What Is Going On Tonight" with a list of events for March 14, 1929, including lectures, dinners, and meetings at various locations in Boston. The events include addresses by prominent figures such as John H. Wilson of the Boston Transcript and Lowell Thomas.

The pages are stained and show signs of age, indicating that the document is likely quite old. The handwriting on the page, such as "Crimson Mar. 12, 1929" and "Transcript March 14, 1929," suggests that the reader has made notes or annotations on the document.

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The image shows an open book with several newspaper clippings pasted on the pages. The clippings appear to be from a newspaper or a periodical, dated around March 1929. The left page has a large clipping titled "MEMBER OF FOGG STAFF REVIEWS ART EXHIBIT," which discusses an exhibit of modern French paintings and drawings at the Fogg Museum. The right page has two clippings. The top one is titled "Lecturer from India at Fogg Museum," and the bottom one is titled "What Is Going On Tonight," which lists various events happening on March 14, 1929. The clippings are neatly arranged and glued onto the pages, with some handwritten notes around the edges, possibly indicating the dates and sources of the clippings. The book itself appears to be old, with yellowed pages and a worn binding.

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This image displays an open scrapbook page from March 1929, containing newspaper clippings related to art and cultural events at the Fogg Museum of Harvard University.

Left Page:

  • Main Article (Top Left): Titled “MEMBER OF FOGG STAFF REVIEWS ART EXHIBIT,” this article reviews an exhibition of “Modern French Paintings and Drawings Large” held at the Fogg Museum. It was written by a member of the museum’s staff and dates to Thursday, March 14, 1929.

    • The review discusses the importance of the exhibition, featuring approximately 100 paintings and 25 drawings by artists like Corot, Millet, Monet, Manet, and Renoir.
    • It highlights specific works, including Matisse’s “Still Life,” Cezanne’s “Still Life” from the Birch-Bartlett Collection, and Van Gogh’s “L’Arlésienne.” It also critiques Spaulding’s “Still Life of Fish,” describing it as “a tender mood which is something of a surprise.”
    • The review concludes that “eighteen in all—have a general high level of quality.”
  • Handwritten Note (Top Center): “Crimson Mar. 12, 1929” — likely indicating the source (The Harvard Crimson newspaper) and date of a clipping.

Right Page:

  • Main Article (Top Right): Titled “Lecturer from India at Fogg Museum.”

    • It announces an illustrated lecture by Dr. James H. Cousins of Madras, India, on “Indian Architecture and Sculpture” at the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday evening, March 14, at 8:00 PM.
    • The article notes Dr. Cousins is known in India as a principal of a school of “universal culture” and a leader of the Irish Literary and Dramatic Revival.
    • It mentions his work in India and Japan, including his role in advancing modern English poetry to Japan and receiving his doctorate from the Ministry of Education in Japan.
    • His book, “The New Japan,” is noted as one of his most recent works.
  • Handwritten Note (Top Right): “Drama. Mar 13, 1929”

  • Transcript (Bottom Right): Labeled “Transcript March 14, 1929.”

    • This is a clipping from a publication called the “Transcript” detailing “What Is Going On Tonight.”
    • It lists several public events for that evening, including:
      • The “Indian Architecture and Sculpture” lecture by Dr. James H. Cousins at the Fogg Art Museum (8 PM).
      • A Boston Chamber of Commerce Dinner.
      • A lecture on “Vanish Tubes and Their Application” by Professor R. L. Chaffee at the Boston Public Library (8 PM).
      • Several musical performances, including one by the Boston City Club and an annual concert by the Boston Choral and Parochial Associates.
      • A “Boston Graduate School of Education: Teaching Conference.”

The scrapbook page appears to have been curated to document cultural and academic happenings at Harvard around mid-March 1929, particularly focusing on events at the Fogg Museum. The handwritten notes help to date and source the clippings.

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This image shows a page from a book or magazine with a combination of text and images. The left side of the page contains a review of an art exhibit, while the right side features a section titled "Lecture from India at Fogg Museum." The review discusses an exhibition of modern French paintings and drawings at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the works of various artists and their contributions to the art world. The right side of the page includes information about a lecture by Dr. James H. Cousins of Madras, India, who is scheduled to speak at the Fogg Museum on March 14, 1929. The lecture is titled "The Art of India and Sculpture" and will take place at 8:00 p.m. at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image depicts an open book with two pages displayed. The left page contains text titled "MEMBER OF FOGG STAFF REVIEWS ART EXHIBIT," dated March 12, 1929. The text is a review of an art exhibit featuring modern French paintings and drawings, written by a member of the Fogg Museum staff. It discusses the exhibit's importance, the artists represented, and the significance of their work in the context of art history.

The right page contains a transcript titled "Transcript March 14, 1929," and an article titled "What Is Going On Tonight," dated March 14, 1929. The transcript appears to be a record of a lecture or event, while the article lists various events and activities happening that night, including lectures, meetings, and social gatherings.

The book is open to these pages, suggesting that the reader is interested in both the art exhibit review and the information about upcoming events. The text is printed in a clear, legible font, and the pages are well-preserved, indicating that the book is in good condition.

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The image depicts a page from a historical document or scrapbook, likely from the early 20th century, as indicated by the dated entries and formal language. The page is divided into two main sections, each containing typed text and annotations.

Left Section:

  • Title: "Member of Fogg Staff Reviews Art Exhibit"
  • Subtitle: "Showing of Modern French Paintings and Drawings Large"
  • Content: This section discusses an art exhibition of modern French paintings and drawings, reviewed by a member of the Fogg Museum staff. The text highlights the significance of the exhibition, noting that it features works by notable artists such as Cézanne, Degas, and others. It emphasizes the historical and artistic value of the pieces, particularly those from the late 19th century, and mentions the influence of artists like Cézanne on modern art movements. The review also touches on the broader context of French art and its evolution during this period.

Right Section:

  • Title: "Lecture from India at Fogg Museum"
  • Content: This section details a lecture by Dr. James H. Cousins from Madras, India, at the Fogg Museum. The text provides background on Dr. Cousins, describing him as an influential figure in Indian art and culture. It mentions his work in poetry, education, and the revival of Indian art, particularly his contributions to the "Modern Revival" movement in India. The lecture is noted as part of a broader cultural exchange, highlighting the intersection of Eastern and Western artistic traditions.

Additional Elements:

  • Handwritten Annotations:
    • At the top of the page, there is a handwritten note: "Crimson Mar. 12, 1929," indicating the source or date of the document.
    • Below the main text, there is another handwritten note: "Transcript March 14, 1929," suggesting that this page is part of a transcript or record of events.
  • Footer: The bottom of the page includes a list of upcoming events or lectures, such as a "Public Illustrated Lecture by Dr. Arthur M. Schlesinger" and other academic or cultural activities. This list provides context about the activities at the Fogg Museum during that time.

Overall Context:

The image appears to be a page from an archival or historical record, possibly from a museum newsletter, scrapbook, or administrative document. It captures the cultural and intellectual activities of the Fogg Museum in 1929, focusing on art exhibitions and international lectures. The combination of typed content and handwritten annotations suggests it was used for documentation or personal reference. The formal tone and structure indicate its purpose as an official or semi-official record of museum events and reviews.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or journal, with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings are from various dates, with one dated "March 12, 1929" at the top and another marked "March 14, 1929" at the bottom. The articles discuss different events and topics related to art and culture.

At the top left, there is a clipping with a headline that reads "MEMBER OF FOGG STAFF REVIEWS ART EXHIBIT," which seems to be a review of a French painting exhibition shown at the Fogg Museum. The article continues with a detailed discussion of the exhibition, mentioning modern French art and specific artists, such as Matisse.

On the right-hand side, there's another clipping titled "Lecturer from India at Fogg Museum," dated "March 13, 1929." This article outlines a lecture on Indian art and culture, given by Dr. James H. Cousins at the Fogg Museum.

The bottom half of the page features an article with the headline "What Is Going On Tonight," which details various events happening on a certain date, presumably March 14, 1929. The events listed include lectures, concerts, and public meetings.

The clippings are all aligned neatly, and the page appears to have been well-preserved, with handwritten notes in different places, such as "Crimson 12.1.1929" and "Transcript March 14, 1929," suggesting the sources of the articles. The handwriting appears to be in blue ink and is quite legible.

Overall, the image serves as a snapshot of a historical moment, showing how people might have engaged with and recorded cultural events during that period.

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This image shows a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings. The clippings are neatly attached and contain text discussing various events, reviews, and lectures from 1929. Specific parts include:

  1. Top Left: An article titled "Member of Fogg Staff Reviews Art Exhibit," discussing an exhibition at the Fogg Museum featuring modern French paintings and drawings, with a focus on artists like Matisse. It analyzes artistic techniques and themes.

  2. Top Right: A clipping titled "Lecturer from India at Fogg Museum," discussing a lecture by Dr. James T. Cousins of Madras regarding Indian art and culture, including references to religious and architectural influences.

  3. Bottom Center: A segment titled "What Is Going On Tonight," listing activities and events scheduled for a specific evening, including lectures and exhibitions.

Handwritten notes on the page label dates for each article—March 12, 13, and 14, 1929—and specify the sources (e.g., "Crimson," and "Transcript"). The scrapbook page itself is part of an archival collection, likely preserved to document historical events and cultural discussions of the time.

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The image shows an open scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings and typed notes related to art and museum events from March 1929. The clippings review modern French paintings and drawings, announce lectures, and list cultural events.

On the left side, there are two main articles:

  1. A review titled "MEMBER OF FOGG STAFF REVIEWS ART EXHIBIT," discussing modern French paintings and noting various artists like Corot, Millet, Monet, Manet, and Renoir.
  2. A piece titled "Crimson Mar. 12, 1929," analyzing artworks, including a daring picture by Matisse, and mentioning other artists like Cezanne, Monet, and Lawrence Low.

Towards the center, there is a clipping marked "Transcript March 14, 1929" titled "What Is Going On Tonight," listing various cultural and social events such as lectures, music, and performances taking place that evening.

On the right side, there is a small clipping titled "Lecturer from India at Fogg Museum," announcing a lecture by Dr. James H. Cousins on Indian architecture and sculpture at Harvard's Fogg Museum on March 14, 1929.

All the clippings are neatly attached to the page, with some handwritten dates and notes annotating the articles. The page appears to be from a historical archive or research collection, documenting cultural events and art reviews in Boston during March 1929.

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A photographed page from a bound scrapbook. The cream-colored page holds several old newspaper clippings pasted in place, all dating from 1929.

  • The top left clipping is a long article titled “Member of Fogg Staff Reviews Art Exhibit,” discussing a exhibit of modern French paintings at the Fogg Museum.
  • Near the top center there’s a small note that reads “Crimson Mar. 12, 1929.”
  • The top right clipping is titled “Lecturer from India at Fogg Museum,” about Dr. James H. Cousins of Madras giving a lecture on Indian architecture and sculpture.
  • A smaller clipping in the middle or bottom left is headed “Transcript March 14, 1929.”
  • A larger clipping at the bottom left is titled “What Is Going On Tonight,” listing lectures and events.

The page is part of a dark-covered scrapbook, with the clippings arranged in a neat collage on a pale page. The overall look is old-fashioned and archival.