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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image shows a page from a magazine or journal, specifically the June 1, 1929 issue of "Gazette." The page contains several articles and notices, including:

  1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

    • An exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts.
    • A small exhibition of paintings and drawings, including a loan exhibition of paintings and drawings.
    • An exhibition of recent accessions featuring various art forms such as watercolors, prints, drawings, sculptures, and manuscripts.
  2. Harvard Society for Contemporary Art:

    • An exhibition of paintings and sculptures by modern American artists, including Arthur Pope and Charles Hopkinson.
  3. A Few Interesting Sculptures:

    • A review of sculptures by artists such as George Hodel, Henry Moore, and others.
  4. Clay Tablet from Nuzi:

    • A detailed description and translation of a clay tablet from Nuzi, dating back to around 1500 BCE. The tablet contains a declaration of Zige, a servant of Tehiptilla, regarding the harvest of barley.
  5. Holds its Last Exhibition:

    • A notice about the final exhibition of the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art, featuring works by Arthur Pope, Preston Dickinson, and others.

The page also includes images of the clay tablet from Nuzi and a list of exhibited artworks. The text is dense and includes detailed descriptions and analyses of the exhibitions and artworks.

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The image displays a newspaper spread with various articles and advertisements. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Headline and Date: The newspaper is titled "Gazette" and is dated June 1, 1939.

  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition of Prints: The Fogg Art Museum is featuring an exhibition of prints showcasing the decorative arts.
    • Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings: The museum also presents a small exhibition of nineteenth and twentieth-century paintings and drawings, with loans from other institutions. This exhibition is open for several weeks.
    • Exhibition of Recent Accessions: This includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an illuminated manuscript by Lippo Vanni, acquired by the museum either by purchase or gift.
  3. The Harvard Society for Contemporary Art:

    • The society is holding its final exhibition of the season, focusing on French moderns and some of their more experimental works. Notable artists include Arthur Pope, Charles Hopkinson, and others. The exhibition features watercolors, pastels, and paintings, emphasizing the freshness and experimental spirit of the works.
  4. A Few Interesting Sculptures:

    • The article discusses notable sculptures, including works by Duncan Phyfe, Joseph Coletti, and a carved figure of St. Christopher. The sculptures vary in style and period, with some being modern and others more traditional.
  5. Translation of the Tablet from Nuzi:

    • This section provides a translation of an ancient clay tablet from Nuzi, dating back to 2000 B.C. The tablet records business transactions involving the purchase of an ass and a foal, with details of payments and conditions.
  6. Holds its Last Exhibition:

    • The Harvard Society for Contemporary Art features an exhibition with works by Professor Arthur Pope, Charles Sheeler, and others. The exhibition includes watercolors, oils, and sculptures, marking the end of their season.
  7. Images and Descriptions:

    • There are images of clay tablets with cuneiform inscriptions, illustrating the ancient script and the artifacts mentioned in the article.

The articles focus on art exhibitions, historical artifacts, and cultural heritage, providing detailed descriptions and context for each topic.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated June 1, 1929, containing several articles and announcements related to art and exhibitions. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

FOGG ART MUSEUM

Exhibition of Prints

  • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of prints that illustrate decorative arts.

Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings

  • The museum has opened a small exhibition of nineteenth and twentieth-century paintings and drawings.
  • Additionally, there is a loan exhibition of paintings and drawings by eminent artists currently on display for several weeks.

Exhibition of Recent Accessions

  • A new exhibition features recent acquisitions, including embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an anti-phonary with illuminations by Lippo Vanni. These items were either purchased or donated.

THE HARVARD SOCIETY FOR CONTEMPORARY ART

  • The Harvard Society for Contemporary Art is concluding its season with its final gallery exhibition.
  • The current display includes works by modern American artists such as Yasuo Kuniyoshi, Preston Dickinson, Charles Hopkinson, Arthur Pope, '04, and Charles Sheeler.
  • This exhibit aims to show the progress of contemporary American art, though the article notes that the gallery is not presenting the most advanced work in modern art.

A FINE INTERESTING SCULPTURES

  • The article highlights a few notable sculptures on display:
    • A bronze statue called "Fighting Boys" by Georg Kolbe.
    • A bronze "Squirrel" by the same artist.
    • A carved portrait head of Mrs. Robert E. Green by Paul Thevenaz.
    • A plaster figure of "St. Christopher" by Paul Manship.
  • The exhibition includes works by various other artists, including terra-cotta and watercolor pieces.

NEW YORK FROM THE HUDSON RIVER

  • This section discusses a group of "Negro Hitherto" paintings by Malvin Gray Johnson, showcasing compositions of Negro life in Harlem.
  • It also mentions the display of works by artists such as Henry Schnakenberg, Andrée Ruellan, and others, including watercolors and oil paintings.

CLAY TABLET FROM NUZI

  • The article describes an ancient clay tablet from Nuzi (approximately 96 x 64 x 29 millimeters), which records the transfer of property.
  • The tablet is part of a business deal involving the sale of a female slave and a donkey, with details on the payment method and legal witnesses.
  • The importance of these tablets for understanding the social, economic, and legal aspects of the people from the Babylonian-Hurrian era is highlighted.

HOLDS ITS LAST EXHIBITION

  • The final exhibition of the season at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art includes works by prominent artists like Prosper Arabella Pope and others.
  • The display features various forms of art such as oil, watercolor, and sculpture, including a notable piece titled "Two Fighting Cocks" by Richmond Barthé and a sculpture by William Zorach.

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The image is a page from a publication titled "Gazette," dated June 1, 1929. The page includes several articles and announcements related to art exhibitions and archaeological discoveries.

  1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

    • Exhibition of Prints: The Fogg Art Museum is showing an exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts.
    • Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings: This includes nineteenth and twentieth-century paintings and drawings, with a loan exhibition also on display for several weeks.
    • Exhibition of Recent Accessions: The museum has opened an exhibition of recent acquisitions, featuring embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an illuminated manuscript by Lippo Vanni.
  2. Harvard Society for Contemporary Art:

    • The Harvard Society for Contemporary Art is showing an exhibition in its galleries at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Arthur Pope, Charles Hopkin, and others, focusing on the simplification of form.
  3. Translation of the Tablet:

    • The article discusses the translation of a tablet from Nuzi, a site in modern-day Iraq. The tablet, dating from approximately 1400 B.C., includes a record of a business transaction, with details on the exchange of goods and services, including a donkey, sheep, and a slave.
  4. Sculpture from the Hudson River:

    • The article mentions a sculpture exhibition that includes works by various artists, such as Arthur Dove, Charles Sheeler, and others. It also features a landscape view by Professor Arthur Pope and a watercolor by Charles Sheeler.
  5. Archaeological Discoveries:

    • A discovery of a clay tablet from Nuzi is detailed, with its translation providing insight into the economic and social life of the people of that time. The tablet includes records of business dealings and customs of the period.
  6. Tablet from Nuzi:

    • There is a visual of a clay tablet from Nuzi, translated by Edward Chiera, showing a business transaction involving a donkey and other goods.

The page is rich with historical and cultural information, highlighting both artistic and archaeological advancements of the time.

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The image displays two pages from an old newspaper, specifically the Gazette from June 1929. Here is a detailed summary of the content on each page:

Left Page:

Fog Art Museum Exhibitions:

  1. Exhibition of Prints:

    • The Fog Art Museum is showing an exhibition of prints illustrating decorative arts.
  2. Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings:

    • There is a loan exhibition of nineteenth and twentieth-century paintings and drawings, including works by artists like Arthur Pope and Charles Hopkinson.
    • This exhibition is open for several weeks.
  3. Exhibition of Recent Accessions:

    • The museum has opened an exhibition of recent acquisitions, which includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an illuminated manuscript by Lippo Vanni.
    • This material was acquired by the museum through purchase or gift.

Harvard Society for Contemporary Art Exhibition:

  • The Harvard Society for Contemporary Art has opened its final exhibition of the season in its gallery. The exhibition features works by modern artists such as Arthur Dove, Charles Sheeler, and others.
  • The exhibition showcases a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums, including abstract and realistic works.

Sculptures:

  • The page mentions several notable sculptures, including a group of bronze "Fighting Cock" by Duncan Grant, a portrait bust by Joseph Colletti, and a plaster figure of "St. Christopher" by Richardson White.

Right Page:

Tablets and Artifacts:

  • The page contains an article about clay tablets from Nuzi, which include inscriptions and depictions of daily life.
  • The tablets are described as significant for their content, which includes economic and social details, such as marriage contracts and legal proceedings.

Translation of the Tablet:

  • A translation of one tablet is provided, which mentions a transaction involving a potter named Agwa-wati and the payment of a cow in exchange for a day's work.

Exhibitions and Art:

  • The page discusses the importance of preserving and studying artifacts and inscriptions for understanding ancient cultures.
  • It mentions an upcoming book of translations and other works by notable scholars, indicating the ongoing research and publication efforts in this field.

Visuals:

  • The page includes images of:
    • Two clay tablets from Nuzi.
    • A painting titled "Agricultural Landscape" by Charles Sheeler, which is part of the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art exhibition.

The overall content focuses on art exhibitions, notable artworks, and ancient artifacts, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the items being showcased.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Gazette" dated June 1, 1939. The page contains several articles and a few illustrations.

  1. Top Left (Headline):

    • The main headline is "Fogg Art Museum."
    • There is an exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts.
  2. Middle Left:

    • The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions of paintings and drawings from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It mentions that a loan exhibition is also on display for several weeks.
  3. Middle Right (Images and Text):

    • This section features two photographs of clay tablets from Nuzi.
    • There is an article discussing a volume of inscriptions copied by Professor Edward Chiera from Harvard University Press. This volume is significant for its content of ancient Assyrian texts, which will aid in understanding the language and script of the Babylonian and Hittite cultures.
  4. Bottom Left:

    • An article titled "The Harvard Society for Contemporary Music" mentions the final exhibition of the season in its gallery. It highlights the work of artists such as Arthur Pope, Charles Hopkin, and others.
  5. Bottom Right:

    • This part focuses on a sculpture exhibition, including works by various artists such as St. Cripot, C. E. Childs, and others. The section also notes a landscape view and a clay sculpture by Hallowell.
  6. Center Right (Images):

    • There are two images of clay tablets from Nuzi with translations and descriptions provided, likely related to the inscriptions from the Assyrian texts.

The detailed sections include discussions on the historical significance, artistic contributions, and the cultural importance of the exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, as well as references to significant scholarly publications and archaeological findings.

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This is an image of a page from a magazine or journal, dated June 1, 1949, titled "Gazette." The page contains several articles focusing on reviews and news about cultural events and exhibitions, particularly related to museums and historical artifacts.

On the left side, there are two main articles:

  1. "FOGG ART MUSEUM" discussing current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including prints, paintings, and drawings, along with a mention of pieces by Lippo Vanni and recent acquisitions.

  2. A section that appears to be a continuation of an article (with its beginning cut off) from "THE Harvard Society for Contemporary Art," highlighting a student-run organization's exhibition including pieces by modern artists.

On the right side, there are three distinct sections:

  1. An article commenting on the publication of a volume of inscriptions earlier deciphered by a Professor Edward Chiera. It describes the historical significance of the texts relating to the usage of tablets to record various aspects of life and society in ancient Assyria.

  2. A small article titled "CLAY TABLET FROM NINEVEH (9⅝ × 4¾ × 2 Millimeters)" which seems to be in continuation from another part of the text, that is not visible here.

  3. A continuation of an article that began on a different page about the last exhibition held by a particular gallery, mentioning works presented by Bridgman, Lovering, Pearson, and Ferguson.

The page itself is slightly worn, indicating it is an original physical copy or a very well-scanned image of such a page. There's also an image of a clay tablet with cuneiform writing which is being referred to in the article on the right side.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing various newspaper clippings glued onto the pages. The clippings appear to be from different articles dated around June 1, 1929. The content primarily discusses art exhibitions and related topics, such as the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of prints, paintings, and recent accessions.

One notable clipping features images of a clay tablet from Nuzi (measuring 96 x 64 x 29 millimeters), along with a translation of the tablet's inscription. The tablet's text is a declaration involving figures named Zigi and Aqa-watil, referring to the exchange and payment of lead as surety.

The other articles talk about various art exhibitions, including “Negro Bathers” by George Biddle, sculptures such as “Two Fighting Cocks” and “Cat and Chipmunk” by Ferguson, and paintings of New York from the Hudson River by Henry Scott. The overall theme of the clippings centers on art exhibitions, historical artifacts, and cultural commentary related to the arts.

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The image shows an open book, likely a historical or academic publication, featuring a page from the "Gazette" dated June 1, 1924. The page is divided into two main sections: a left column of text and a right column containing an illustration and accompanying text.

Left Column:

  • The left column is filled with dense, typed text discussing various topics, including:
    • The Fogg Art Museum: A description of an exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts, along with details about exhibitions of paintings and drawings, recent accessions, and recent acquisitions.
    • The Harvard Society for Contemporary Art: Information about an exhibition, including works by Arthur Pope, Charles Hopkinson, and others, as well as a mention of a landscape watercolor by Arthur Pope.
    • Sculpture: A brief description of a few examples of new works, including a bronze sculpture titled "Two Fighting Cocks" by Joseph Solleti and a portrait by Robert E. Greene.
    • New York from the Hudson River: A description of a painting by Harry S. Sternberg, depicting a view of New York City from the Hudson River.

Right Column:

  • The right column features:
    • An illustration of a clay tablet: Labeled as "CLAY TABLET FROM NUZI (96 x 64 x 29 MILLIMETERS)." The tablet appears to be an ancient artifact, with visible inscriptions or markings.
    • A translation of the tablet's inscriptions: The text provides a translation of the tablet, which includes a declaration by Ziqi, son of Tailela. The translation describes a payment agreement involving lead and silver, with specific terms about the weight and value of the materials.
    • Additional notes: Below the translation, there is a note indicating that the tablet holds its "last exhibit" and references a continuation from page one.

Overall Context:

The page appears to be from a scholarly or museum-related publication, possibly a newsletter or report, given the structured format and the mix of artistic, archaeological, and historical content. The inclusion of both contemporary art and ancient artifacts suggests a broad focus on cultural and artistic developments of the time. The detailed descriptions and the inclusion of a physical artifact (the clay tablet) indicate an emphasis on both modern and historical art and artifacts.

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The image shows an open book with two pages displayed. The left page has a headline "Fogg Art Museum" and text describing an exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts. The right page has text discussing the publication of a volume of inscriptions copied by Professor Edward Chiera, and mentions a small exhibition of 19th and 20th century paintings and drawings at the Fogg Art Museum. There is also a photo of a clay tablet from Nuzi. The pages are from a magazine or journal.