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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image shows a page from a publication, likely a newspaper or a periodical, dated May 1929. The page is divided into several sections with various headings and articles. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Top Section

  • This Week in Boston - May 19, 1929
    • Monday
      • Baseball: National League game between Boston Braves and Philadelphia at 3:15 p.m. at Braves Field.
      • Hotel Functions: Lists several events at the Hotel Bellevue and other locations, including meetings, luncheons, and dinners for various clubs and organizations.

Middle Section

  • Art Exhibits in Boston Today
    • Lists several art galleries and their current exhibitions:
      • Robert C. Vose Galleries: Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • The Cason Galleries: Open daily 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
      • Doll and Richards: Open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Grace Horne's Galleries: Open daily.
      • Twentieth Century Club: Open daily.
      • Vital Art Galleries: Open daily.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Open daily except Sundays and holidays.
      • Museum of Fine Arts: Open daily except Sundays.
      • Peabody Museum: Open daily.

Right Column

  • Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries
    • Details about various art exhibitions, including etchings, paintings, and drawings by different artists.
  • New Show at Fogg Museum
    • Announcement of a new exhibition at the Fogg Museum featuring paintings and drawings from the 17th and 18th centuries.
  • Transcript - May 10, 1929
    • Article about literary events, including a poetry reading at the Fogg Art Museum.

Bottom Section

  • Art Digest - Mid-May, 1929
    • A Learned Work
      • Review of a book titled "Art Studies: Medieval, Renaissance and Modern" by Harvard University Press.
    • Rogers to Direct St. Louis Museum
      • Announcement of Morris C. Rogers' appointment as the director of the St. Louis Museum.

Additional Notes

  • The page includes several small articles and announcements related to art exhibitions, literary events, and cultural activities in Boston during May 1929.
  • The layout is typical of a newspaper or periodical from the early 20th century, with multiple columns and a mix of text and headings.

This detailed summary captures the essence of the content presented on the page.

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The image displays segments from three different newspaper pages dated May 14, 1929.

Left Page (This Week in Boston)

Title: Monday

Baseball:

  • National League: Boston Braves vs. Philadelphia at Braves Field, 3:15 p.m.

Hotel Functions:
A detailed list of events and meetings held at various hotels, including:

  • Theta Delta Chi: Meeting and Entertainment at the Tea Room, Hotel Elks.
  • Hotel Somerset: Meetings by Harvard College Alumni, Dinner and Meeting by Men’s League, Hotel Employees, and more.
  • Various other meetings, luncheons, and dinners at hotels such as the Copley Plaza, Vendome, Parker House, and others.

Art Exhibits in Boston Today:

  • Robert C. Vose Galleries: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • The Copley Gallery: Original etchings by Arthur Briscoe, open daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • The Guild of Boston Artists: Spring exhibition of paintings, sculpture, miniatures, and etchings by members of the Guild.
  • Boston Art Club: Corner Dartmouth and Newbury Streets, open daily.
  • Doll and Richards: 138 Newbury Street, open daily.
  • Grace Horne’s Galleries: 44 Stuart Street, open daily.
  • Twentieth Century Club: 3 Joy Street, open daily.
  • Vital Art Galleries: 204-209 Pierce Building, Copley Square.
  • Fogg Art Museum: Harvard University, corner of Quincy Street, open Monday to Saturday.

Middle Page (Boston Post)

Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries:

  • A list of galleries and their exhibitions, including:
    • Downtown Gallery of Fine Arts: Paintings and drawings by Yasuo Kuniyoshi.
    • Grace Horne Galleries: Exhibition of the 15th century French paintings and drawings.
    • Other exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and others, including works by modern artists and various historical artifacts.

Right Page (New York Times and Transcript)

New Show at Fogg Museum:

  • The Fogg Museum at Harvard has opened a gallery of drawings and paintings, including works from French artists like Degas, Matisse, Renoir, and others. This collection includes drawings, watercolors, and pastels.

Art Digest: Mid-May, 1929
A Learned Work:

  • A review of a book titled "Medieval Remains and Modern Art" by Arthur Kingsley Porter, discussing its thorough examination of the influences of medieval art on modern art.

Transcript (May 14, 1929):
Museum News:

  • The Fogg Museum of Harvard University is hosting a new exhibition featuring works from various private collections, including those of Degas, Matisse, and Renoir.

Rogers to Direct St. Louis Museum:

  • Meyric R. Rogers has been appointed as the new director of the City Art Museum in St. Louis.

Vicenza Expert to Lecture at Fogg on Italian Renaissance:

  • Dr. Erna Dr. Ernst Kris from Vienna is scheduled to deliver a lecture at the Fogg Museum on Italian art.

This summary provides a detailed view of the various events, exhibitions, and art-related news in Boston and beyond as reported in these newspapers from May 14, 1929.

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The image is a page from a newspaper dated May 19, 1929. It contains several articles and listings related to arts and events in Boston.

  1. This Week in Boston (May 19, 1929):

    • Baseball: National League game between the Boston Braves and Philadelphia at Braves Field at 3:15 p.m.
    • Hotel Functions:
      • Various social events and meetings are listed at different hotels such as the Triangle Club Meeting at the Elks Hotel, a meeting of the Army and Navy Club at the Vendome, and the Commerce '21 Class Luncheon at the Hotel Bellevue.
  2. Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries:

    • Robert C. Vose Galleries: Exhibits by Arthur Briscoe, open daily 9 to 5.
    • The Casson Galleries: Original etchings by Arthur Briscoe, open daily 9 to 5:30.
    • Guild of Boston Artists: Annual Spring Exhibition, open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Boston Art Club: Exhibitions by various artists, open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Grace Home's Galleries: Open daily.
    • Twentieth Century Club: Open daily.
    • Vital Art Galleries: Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibitions including Maya Art, American Indian Basketry, and prints by Jacques Callot, open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  3. New Show at Fogg Museum:

    • The Fogg Museum at Harvard University has opened a gallery of drawings and paintings featuring French art from the 19th and 20th centuries. It includes works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso, among others.
  4. Transcript (May 16, 1929):

    • An article about a lecture event at the Fogg Art Museum featuring Dr. Ernst Kris, an assistant curator at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. The lecture is titled "Illustrated Lecture on Italian Renaissance."
  5. Art Digest (May 1929):

    • A Learned Work: A review of "Art Studies: Medieval, Renaissance, and Modern" by Harvard University Press. The book is praised for its scholarly approach and extensive use of photographs.
  6. Rogers to Direct St. Louis Museum:

    • A brief announcement that Mr. Rogers has been appointed director of the St. Louis Museum to fill the vacancy left by Samuel Putnam Avery's death.

The page is rich with cultural and social activities, showcasing a variety of art exhibitions, educational events, and announcements related to the art community in Boston during May 1929.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from May 1929. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. This Week in Boston (May 19, 1929)

    • Monday:

      • Baseball: National League game between Boston Braves and Philadelphia, scheduled at 3:15 p.m. at Braves Field.
      • Hotel Functions:
        • Various meetings and events at different hotels including the Triangle Club, Elks Hotel, Vendome, and others. Specific times and locations are provided for each event.
    • Art Exhibits in Boston Today:

      • Robert C. Vose Galleries: Open daily from 9 to 5, featuring an exhibition of original etchings by Arthur Briscoe.
      • The Casson Galleries: Open daily from 9 to 5:30, showcasing original etchings by Arthur Briscoe.
      • The Guild of Boston Artists: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring works by members of the Guild.
      • Boston Art Club: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a variety of paintings, sculptures, and etchings.
      • Grace Home’s Galleries: Open daily, featuring works by various artists.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., showcasing exhibitions by Maya Art, and a selection of prints and drawings.
  2. Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries:

    • Fogg Art Museum: Open for various exhibitions, including an illustrated lecture on French paintings and drawings.
  3. New Show at Fogg Museum:

    • The Fogg Museum opened a gallery featuring drawings and paintings by French artists from the 19th and 20th centuries, including works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso.
  4. Transcript (May 16, 1929):

    • Poetry Society Event: A poetry reading at the Fogg Art Museum, with Dr. Ernest K. Kris, assistant professor of English at Harvard University, lecturing on Italian Renaissance poetry.
  5. Transcript (May 12, 1929):

    • Viennese Expert to Lecture: Dr. Ernest K. Kris, who is an expert on Viennese literature, is scheduled to give a lecture on the Italian Renaissance.
  6. Art Digest (Mid-May, 1929):

    • A Learned Work: A review of "Art Studies: Medieval, Renaissance and Modern," a series of volumes by Harvard University Press, praising the scholarly and comprehensive nature of the series.
  7. Rogers to Direct St. Louis Museum:

    • Meyer K. Rogers: Appointed as the director of the St. Louis Museum of Art to fill the position left vacant by Samuel Chamberlain.

The clippings collectively highlight cultural activities, art exhibitions, and literary events in Boston and St. Louis for the month of May 1929.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated May 19, 1929, with a mix of advertisements and news articles. Here's a detailed summary of the various sections visible in the image:

Main Articles and Sections:

  1. Headline: "This Week in Boston"

    • Monday Section:
      • Baseball: A game between the Boston Braves and the Philadelphia Phillies scheduled for 3:15 p.m. at Braves Field.
      • Hotel Functions: Various hotel events, including meetings, recitals, and lunches at places like the Triangle Club, Hotel Bellevue, and the Park Hotel.
      • Art Exhibits in Boston: A listing of art galleries and their exhibitions:
        • Robert C. Vose Galleries, 559 Boylston Street
        • The Casson Gallery, 775 Boylston Street
        • Guild of Boston Artists, 162 Newbury Street
        • Boston Art Club, 190 Dartmouth Street
        • Various other galleries such as Grace Home Galleries, Twentieth Century Club, Vital Art Galleries, and Fogg Art Museum.
      • Specific details on hours and admission fees for these galleries.
  2. Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries:

    • Fogg Art Museum: Opens a new exhibition of French paintings and drawings from the 19th and 20th centuries, including works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso.
  3. New Show at Fogg Museum:

    • A detailed description of the new exhibition at the Fogg Museum, featuring works by French artists from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Transcripts and Additional Notes:

  • Transcript May 16, 1929:

    • A mention of a literary event at the Fogg Art Museum where Ernst Kris, an assistant curator at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vienna, will give a lecture on Italian Renaissance art.
  • Art Digest (Mid-May 1929):

    • A discussion on the book "Art Studies: Medieval, Renaissance and Modern" by Harvard University Press, which is described as a scholarly work providing a comprehensive overview of the art of the medieval, Renaissance, and modern periods.
  • A Learned Work:

    • Critique and commentary on the book by the New Republic, noting its thoroughness and its aim to educate the general reader.
  • Rogers to Direct St. Louis Museum:

    • An announcement that Myron E. Rogers, who was appointed director of the Baltimore Museum, will take over as director of the St. Louis Museum of Fine Arts.

Side Columns:

  • Boston Post (May 19, 1929):

    • An article listing various exhibitions and events happening in Boston galleries.
  • New York Times (May 19, 1929):

    • Another article about the new exhibition at the Fogg Museum, focusing on the French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings.

Miscellaneous:

  • Advertisements and Classifieds:
    • There are sections of the newspaper containing advertisements, though they are not fully readable in this image.

This detailed compilation showcases the cultural and artistic activities happening in Boston around May 19, 1929, highlighting baseball, art exhibitions, and literary events.

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The image shows a page from a publication titled "This Week in Boston" dated May 19, 1929. The page is divided into several sections, with the main headings including "Monday," "Hotel Functions," "Art Exhibits in Boston Today," and "Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries."

The "Monday" section lists various events, including a National League baseball game between the Boston Braves and the Philadelphia Phillies at Braves Field at 3:15 p.m. It also details several hotel functions, such as meetings at the Triangle Club, the Harvard Club, and the Algonquin Club, along with luncheons and dinners at various hotels like the Copley Plaza and the Ritz-Carlton.

The "Art Exhibits in Boston Today" section provides information on different art exhibitions taking place at various galleries. Notable mentions include the Robert C. Vose Gallery, the Casson Galleries, the Guild of Boston Artists, and the Boston Art Club, with specific details on the type of art and opening hours.

The "Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries" section further elaborates on the art exhibitions, highlighting shows at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Fogg Art Museum, and the New York Times. It mentions notable collections and special exhibits, such as the French paintings and drawings at the Fogg Art Museum and the collection of prints by William Blake at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Additionally, there are several clippings and notes pasted on the page, including an article from the "N.Y. Times, May 19, 1929" about a new show at the Fogg Museum featuring French drawings and paintings, and another from the "Transcript, May 16, 1929" about an Italian Renaissance lecture at the Fogg Museum.

Overall, the page serves as a comprehensive guide to the cultural and social events happening in Boston on that particular Monday in May 1929.

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The page is organized in columns with typed text and a few handwritten annotations. The events mentioned include baseball games, hotel gatherings, art exhibitions, musical performances, and club meetings. Specific artwork and artists are referenced, such as an exhibition at Fogg Museum at Harvard University focusing on French drawings and paintings, an Austrian exhibition, the poster for a Vienna Secession exhibit, and an Italian Renaissance lecture.

The document has a slightly yellowed appearance, suggesting age and historical value, and various clippings are mounted on the page with edges visible, indicating a compiled or curated collection of events. There's also a small label adhered to the upper left corner of the page, which might be indicating the position in the collection or an identifier for archival purposes. Overall, the image provides a cultural snapshot of the Boston area's offerings during that period.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing various newspaper clippings and articles dated around May 19, 1929. The left page is titled “Monday” and includes a schedule of events such as baseball games, hotel functions, and art exhibits in Boston. It lists several art galleries open that day with their locations and hours, and details about the Boston Braves baseball game.

The right page contains multiple clipped articles titled "Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries," "New Show at Fogg Museum," and other brief news pieces related to art and cultural events in Boston. The visible text mentions exhibitions at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Fogg Museum at Harvard, highlighting exhibits of French paintings and drawings, as well as lectures on Italian Renaissance art. One article discusses the appointment of Rogers to direct the St. Louis Museum.

The scrapbook pages are yellowed with age, and the clippings are neatly arranged and glued on. Some handwritten notations at the top of the pages indicate the sources and dates of the clippings, including the Boston Post, New York Times, and Art Digest, all from May 1929. Overall, the image captures a curated historical record of cultural events and art exhibitions in Boston during that period.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or publication dated May 19, 1929, titled "This Week in Boston." The page is divided into several sections, providing a comprehensive overview of events, exhibitions, and cultural activities happening in Boston during that week. Here is a detailed description of its content:

Header Information:

  • Title: "This Week in Boston"
  • Date: May 19, 1929
  • Publication Details: The page includes references to the Boston Post (May 17, 1929) and the New York Times (May 19, 1929), indicating that this is a compilation or summary of events from these sources.

Main Sections:

1. Monday

  • Baseball: National League game between the Boston Braves and Philadelphia Phillies at Braves Field, scheduled for 3:15 p.m.
  • Hotel Functions:
    • Triangle Club Meeting and Entertainment at the Elks Hotel.
    • Miss E. Sandler hosting a Commerce and Buffet Ladies' Lounge meeting.
    • Miss H. Lee hosting a Bridge Luncheon at the Elks Hotel.
    • Miss Iva Lounges hosting a Reception at the Front Banquet Hall, The Miss Iva Lounges Hotel.
    • Pass and Navy Club meeting at the Vendome Hotel Bellevue.
    • Army Omega Meeting at the Club Cafe, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Monday Luncheon Group meeting at the Room 124, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Commerce '21 Class Luncheon at the Room 123, Hotel Bellevue.
    • B. B. Bellevue Luncheon at the Parlor B, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Chromo Society Dinner at the Front Banquet Room, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Croscup Pishon Committee Luncheon at the Room 101, Hotel Bellevue.
    • House Rules Committee Luncheon at the Room 104, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Clarke Club Luncheon at the Room 102, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Associated Press Meeting at the Salon, Buffet Luncheon.
    • Chromo Society Reception at the Playway Plaza.
    • Mr. Nathan Paine Exhibition at A. M. Parlor, A. Copley Plaza.

2. Art Exhibits in Boston Today

  • Robert C. Vose Galleries, 559 Boylston Street: Open daily from 9 to 5, admission free.
    • The Casson Galleries, 575 Boylston Street: Open daily from 9 to 5:30, free. Exhibition of original etchings by Arbury Briscoe.
    • The Guild of Boston Artists, 164 Newbury Street: Open Fifteen annual spring exhibition of paintings, sculpture, miniatures, and etchings by members of the Guild. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission free.
    • Boston Art Club, corner Dartmouth and Newbury Streets: Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission free.
    • Doll & Richards, 148 Newbury St.: Open daily, admission free. Arts and crafts park open daily.
    • Grace Home's Galleries, 446 Joy Street: Open daily.
    • Twentieth Century Club, 3 St. George Street: Open daily. Vital art galleries, 200-200 Pierce Building, Copley Square. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission free.

3. Fogg Museum, Harvard University, corner of Quincy Street

  • Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on legal holidays. Telephone University City 7000, Ext. 347.
  • Exhibition of Recent Accessions (including embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, Maya art, lent by the American Museum of Natural History). Includes illuminated manuscripts, paintings of the 15th and 16th centuries, French paintings and drawings of the 19th and 20th centuries, and engravings by William Blake, reproductions of drawings, and watercolor drawings.

4. Exhibitions of the Week in Boston Galleries

  • The Albert Museum of The Arts at Harvard: An exhibition of French painting from the 19th and 20th centuries. Includes works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso, as well as a collection of Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Renoir. The exhibition runs Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • The Fogg Museum at Harvard: An exhibition of French painting from the 19th and 20th centuries, including works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso. The exhibition is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Vienna on Italian Renaissance Art: A lecture by Dr. Ernst Kris, Assistant Curator of the Kunsthistorische Museum in Vienna, on Thursday, May 23, at 4:30 p.m. The lecture will be held at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Fogg Museum Lecture: Dr. Kris will also give a two-volume lecture series on Italian Renaissance Art, starting Thursday, May 23, at the Fogg Art Museum.

5. NEW SHOW AT FOGG MUSEUM

  • The Fogg Museum at Harvard has opened a gallery devoted to drawings and paintings of French painting from the 19th and 20th centuries. The exhibition includes works by Degas, Matisse, and Picasso, as well as a collection of Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Renoir. It also features Trumbull and a collection of French silver, another gallery has been devoted to Italian, German, and French painting. Selected university alumni, another gallery, the idea of illustrating ornament, costume, and decorative arts.

6. Transcript May 16, 1929

  • Mentions Mong and other literary events of the week, including a poetry society and booklovers' place. The New England Poetry Club held a meeting on Tuesday evening at the Fogg Art Museum, with Dr. Quincy Street, at the Fogg Art Museum.

7. Art Digest Mid-May '29

  • “A Learned Work”: A review of "Art Studies (Medieval, Renaissance and Modern)" by Harvard University Press ($3.50). The book is described as a series of volumes presenting the principles of the fine arts. The reviewer notes that the book is "indispensable" for the casual public, as it makes the study of art more accessible and affordable.

Visual Layout:

  • The page is formatted in a columnar layout, typical of newspapers of the era.
  • The text is typed or printed in a serif font, and the page includes headings, subheadings, and bullet points to organize the information.
  • The page appears to be part of a bound collection or scrapbook, as indicated by the spiral-bound spine visible on the left side of the image.

Overall Context:

The page serves as a cultural guide for Boston residents and visitors, highlighting art exhibitions, lectures, social events, and sporting activities happening in the city during the week of May 19, 1929. It reflects the vibrant artistic and intellectual life of Boston in the early 20th century, with a strong emphasis on art exhibitions, lectures, and cultural institutions such as the Fogg Museum and Harvard University.

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The image shows a spread of pages from a newspaper or magazine. The left page features a section titled "This Week in Boston" with a date of May 19, 1929, and a subheading "Monday." It lists various events and activities happening in Boston that week, including baseball games, hotel functions, art exhibitions, and other cultural events. The right page has a section titled "NEW SHOW AT FOG MUSEUM" with a date of May 19, 1948, and an article about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. It also includes a transcript of a poetry reading event held at the museum.