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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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The image is a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated January 4, 1930. It contains several articles and announcements related to Harvard University and its alumni activities. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Fogg Art Museum (Top Left)

    • The Fogg Art Museum has an exhibition of the lithographic work of J. N. Rosamond, which continues until January 20.
    • An exhibit of Persian paintings will continue until February 13.
    • The latter exhibit includes some objects from the Morgan collection, along with paintings lent by the Museum, including the Rosa Collection of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
    • Notable contributors mentioned include Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Mrs. Joseph L. Vauclain, Edwin W. Emerson, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and Philip Hofer.
  2. Gazette (Top Right)

    • The Stradivarius Quartet of New York City will give more public concerts in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Two members of the Quartet, Alfred Pochon and Nicolas Moldavan, were formerly members of the Flonzaley Quartet.
    • The other two members are Wolfe Wolfinsohn and Harold W. Mason.
    • The concerts will be held on Wednesday, January 8, at 8 o'clock, and Friday, February 14, at 8 o'clock.
    • The program includes works by Mozart, Beethoven, and others.
  3. Herald (Bottom Left)

    • A Persian portrait for Harvard, currently at the Fogg Art Museum, is a gift to strengthen the permanent collection of Persian paintings.
    • The painting is a portrait of a Persian poet of the 16th century, who holds a cup in his right hand.
    • The painting was acquired by J. Pierpont Morgan and is now part of the Morgan Collection.
  4. Speakers at Harvard Clubs (Bottom Right)

    • Professor George H. Edgell, Dean of the College of Architecture, Dr. Herbert B. Merriman, Jr., Professor of History, and Assistant Professor Edward A. Whitney will visit various Harvard Clubs across the country.
    • Dean Edgell has already spoken at the Harvard Club of Syracuse on January 6, the Harvard Club of Cleveland on January 7, the Harvard Club of Central Ohio on January 8, and the Harvard Club of St. Louis on January 15.
    • Other appointments include dinners at the Harvard Clubs of Atlanta and North Carolina on January 16, a luncheon at the Harvard Club of Washington, D.C., on January 25, and other clubs in Buffalo, Cleveland, Western Pennsylvania, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Utica.

The page is dated January 16, 1930, at the bottom right corner.

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The image is a compilation of three newspaper clippings from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated January 1930.

  1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions (January 9, 1930)

    • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of lithographic works by J.N. Roscoe, which will run until January 20.
    • The museum also has an ongoing exhibition of Persian paintings until February 13.
    • Another exhibit includes objects from the Fogg Museum, paired with paintings from the Morgan Library, the Ross Collection of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and other lenders such as Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., Mrs. Joseph L. Valentine, Edward Forbes, Paul Sachs, and Philip Hofer.
  2. Persian Poet for Harvard (January 12, 1930)

    • The Fogg Art Museum's collection of Persian paintings includes a portrait of a young Persian poet from the 16th century, identified as "Jami."
    • The painting, titled "Your Wig Is Garment of Repentance," depicts Jami holding a cup and a manuscript.
    • Dr. Denman W. Ross has donated the painting to the museum, which was previously owned by Sultan Muhammed Shah of Golconda.
    • The painting is considered a significant addition to the museum's collection of Persian art.
  3. Speakers at Harvard Clubs (January 16, 1930)

    • Dean George H. Edgell of the Faculty of Architecture, Dr. Roger B. Merriman, and Professor Edward A. Whitney will be speaking at various Harvard Clubs across the country.
    • Dean Edgell will speak at the Harvard Clubs of Syracuse on January 6, Cleveland on January 7, Central Ohio on January 8, and St. Louis on January 15.
    • Dr. Merriman will speak at the Harvard Clubs of Atlanta and North Carolina on January 17 and 23, and at the Harvard Club of Washington, D.C. on January 24.
    • Professor Whitney will address the Harvard Clubs of Michigan at Detroit on January 27, Grand Rapids on January 28, Milwaukee on January 29, Indiana at Indianapolis on January 30, and Utica on January 31.

Additionally, there is a small note about the Stradivarius Quartet performing two concerts at the Fogg Art Museum on January 8 and February 14. The program for these concerts includes works by Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically dated January 1930. The page contains several articles and announcements related to Harvard University and its associated institutions:

  1. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition of Lithographs: The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of lithographs by J.N. Rosenberg, which will continue through January 20.
    • Persian Paintings: The museum also has an exhibition of Persian paintings, which will continue until February 13.
    • Lent Objects: The exhibit includes objects loaned from the Morgan Library and the Ross Collection of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Notable donors include Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., Mrs. J. Montgomery Sears, Mrs. Joseph L. Valentine, Edward W. Forbes, Paul J. Sachs, and Philip Hofer.
  2. Gazette - Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet:

    • Concert Details: The Stradivarius Quartet from New York City will perform two concerts at the Fogg Art Museum. The concerts are part of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Musicians: The quartet members include Alfred Pochon (second violin), Nicolas Moldavan (viola), and Wolfe Wolfsohn and Gerald Warburg (violoncello).
    • Concert Schedule:
      • Wednesday, January 8: Concert at 8 o'clock, featuring works by Mozart, Beethoven, and others.
      • Friday, February 14: Another concert at 8 o'clock.
  3. Harvard - A Persian Poet for Harvard:

    • Loan Collection: The Fogg Museum has a loan collection of Persian paintings which includes a portrait of a young Persian poet from the 16th century.
    • Historical Significance: The poem depicted in the painting is "The Bird and the Nightingale," illustrating a moral story about repentance and the fleeting nature of life.
    • Visitor Attraction: The manuscript, known as "Tahmasp Namah," is attracting many visitors to the gallery.
  4. Speakers at Harvard Clubs:

    • Professor George H. Edgell: Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, will speak at various Harvard Clubs across the country, including:
      • Harvard Club of Syracuse (January 6)
      • Harvard Club of Cleveland (January 7)
      • Harvard Club of Central Ohio (January 8)
      • Harvard Club of St. Louis (January 15)
      • Harvard Clubs of Atlanta and North Carolina (January 17 and 23)
      • Luncheon at the Harvard Club of Washington (January 23)
    • Professor Roger B. Merriman: Will speak at the Harvard Club of Buffalo (January 29).
    • Assistant Professor Edward A. Whitney: Will address the Harvard Club of Michigan at Detroit (January 27), the Harvard Club of Grand Rapids (January 28), the Harvard Club of Milwaukee (January 29), the Harvard Club of Indianapolis (January 30), and the Harvard Club of Utica (January 31).

The page is neatly organized with each section clearly labeled and dated for easy reference.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated January 1930. The page contains several news items and announcements related to Harvard and its various departments and activities.

  1. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The first item announces exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum:
      • An exhibition of lithographic work by J. N. Rosenberg, which will continue until January 20.
      • An exhibition of Persian paintings, continuing until February 13.
      • A joint exhibit of lithographic objects from the Fogg Museum with objects from the Morgan Library, Ross Collection of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and other collections, including those of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., Mrs. Joseph L. Valentine, Edward W. Forbes, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and Philip Hofer.
  2. Gazelle Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet:

    • The Stradivarius Quartet will give two concerts in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum. Two members of the Flonzaley Quartet, Alfred Pochon (second violin) and Nicolas Moldavan (viola), have joined the Stradivarius Quartet. The quartet, consisting of Wolfe Wolfsohn (first violin), Gerald Warburg (violinello), and Alfred Pochon, will perform on January 8 at 8 o'clock. The program includes:
      • Quartet in E flat major.
      • Mozart's Petite Suite.
      • Mozart's String Quartet in C minor, Op. 18, No. 4.
      • Beethoven's String Quartet in C minor, Op. 18, No. 3.
    • The second concert will be on February 14 at 8 o'clock.
  3. A Persian Poet for Harvard:

    • A significant loan of Persian paintings is being highlighted. The Fogg Museum is receiving additional gifts to strengthen its collection of Oriental art. An exhibit titled "A Persian Poet for Harvard" features a portrait of a young Persian poet of the 16th century. The poem "The Bird of Time" is noted, which includes the lines: "To flutter... and the Bird is on the wing."
  4. Speakers at Harvard Clubs:

    • Professor George H. Edgell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, will be visiting several Harvard Clubs. His speaking engagements include:
      • January 6 at the Harvard Club of Syracuse.
      • January 7 at the Harvard Club of Cleveland.
      • January 8 at the Harvard Club of Central Ohio.
      • January 15 at the Harvard Club of St. Louis.
    • Dr. Roger B. Merriman, a Gurney Professor of History, will visit various clubs from January 17 to January 23.
    • Assistant Professor Edward A. Whitney will visit clubs from January 27 to January 31.

The page also features a few other smaller notes and mentions of events and announcements related to the Harvard community.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated January 9, 1930. The page includes several articles and announcements:

  1. FOGG ART MUSEUM: The Fogg Art Museum has an exhibition of lithographic works by J. N. Rosenberg, which will run until January 20, and an exhibition of Persian paintings that will continue until February 13. The latter exhibition includes objects from the Fogg Museum, the Morgan Library, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and several private collections.

  2. A PERSIAN POET FOR HARVARD: This article discusses a portrait of a young Persian poet from the 12th century, currently on display at the Fogg Museum. The portrait is part of a larger exhibition of Persian paintings. The article also mentions other significant items in the exhibition, such as an illuminated manuscript and a Qur'an from the 10th century.

  3. Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet: The Stradivarius Quartet from New York City will perform two concerts at the Fogg Art Museum on January 8 and February 14 at 8 p.m. The quartet consists of Alfred Pochon, Wolfe Wolfinsohn, Gerald Warburg, and Nicolas Moldavan. The program for the January 8 concert includes works by Mozart, Piston, and Brahms.

  4. SPEAKERS AT HARVARD CLUBS: This section lists various speakers scheduled to visit Harvard clubs around the country. Professor George H. Edgell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, will visit several clubs in January. Dr. Roger B. Merriman, Gurney Professor of History, and Assistant Professor Edward A. Whitney will also give talks at different Harvard clubs during the same period.

The page is dated January 16, 1930, indicating when this particular bulletin was issued.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated January 16, 1930. It contains several articles and announcements related to Harvard University activities and events. Here’s a detailed summary:

Harvard Events and Announcements:

  1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition:

    • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition featuring lithographic works by J. N. Rosenberg. This exhibition runs from January 20 until February 1.
    • There is also an exhibit of Persian miniatures, which will continue until February 15.
    • The museum is displaying various objects on loan from other institutions, including paintings from the Morgan Library, the Boston Museum, and private collections. Notable pieces come from artists like John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Mrs. J. Montgomery Sears, Mrs. Forbes, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and Philip Hofer.
  2. A Persian Poet for Persia:

    • Harvard has received an anonymous gift of a large loan collection of Persian miniatures.
    • This collection aims to strengthen the museum's permanent Persian art collection.
    • A specific poem by an unknown 16th-century Persian poet is highlighted, describing the beauty of a young man, which will be displayed in the museum.

Cozette Series of Concerts:

  • The Stradivarius Quartet, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum, will perform a series of concerts in New York City.
  • Members include two from the Flonzaley Quartet: Alfred Pochon (second violin) and Nicolas Moldavan (viola), and two new members: Wolfe Wolfinsohn (first violin) and Gerald Warburg (violoncello).
  • The concerts will take place on January 8, 18, and February 14 at 8:00 o’clock, with the following program:
    • January 8: Beethoven's Quartet in F flat major, Op. 135.
    • January 18: Mozart's Quartet in C major, K. 465 ("Dissonant"), and Beethoven's Quartet in C minor, Op. 18, No. 4.
    • February 14: Beethoven's Quartet in E flat major, Op. 127.

Speakers at Harvard Clubs:

  • Professor George H. Edgell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Professor of History, will be visiting and speaking at various Harvard Clubs across the country:
    • Already spoken at the Harvard Club of Syracuse on January 6.
    • Scheduled to speak at the Harvard Clubs of Cleveland on January 7, Hartford and Central Ohio on January 8, and the Harvard Club of St. Louis on January 15.
  • Other prominent speakers and their topics:
    • Dr. Roger B. Merriman on January 17 and 23 in Atlanta and North Carolina.
    • Assistant Professor Edward A. Whitney on January 25 in Washington, D.C.
    • Professor Frederick C. Hicks on January 29 in Buffalo.
    • Professor Edward M. East on January 30 in Cleveland.
    • Professor W. L. Worcester on January 31 in Western Pennsylvania.
    • Professor Arthur M. Wolfson at the Harvard Club of Michigan on January 27.
    • Professor William H. Weston on January 28 in Grand Rapids and Milwaukee.
    • Professor J. H. Montgomery Sears on January 29 in Milwaukee.
    • Professor Edward A. Whitney in Indianapolis on January 30 and Utica on January 31.

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This image shows a white sheet of paper with four typed and pasted newspaper clippings, each containing text related to Harvard University art and club events from January 1930. Around the clippings, handwritten notes identify the source and date of each clipping.

  • Top left clipping titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin Jan 9, 1930" talks about upcoming exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum including a lithographic work exhibit by J.N. Rosenberg and a Persian painting exhibition, along with notable paintings on loan from various collectors.

  • Top right clipping titled "Gazette Jan 9, 1930" titled "Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet" describes upcoming public concerts by this quartet at the Fogg Art Museum, including the program details for a concert on January 8.

  • Bottom left clipping titled "Herald, Jan 12, 1930" talks about a Persian poet on exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, describing a specific portrait of a young Persian poet and mentioning Dr. Denman W. Ross curating a quaint curious "School Scene". It also mentions some lenders to the exhibit.

  • Bottom right clipping titled "SPEAKERS AT HARVARD CLUBS" from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin Jan 16, 1930" gives a schedule of talks to be given by various professors at Harvard Clubs in different cities throughout January.

The sheet has three punched holes along the left edge, possibly for insertion into a binder or scrapbook.

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The image contains two pages from what appears to be the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated January 9, 1930, and January 16, 1930, respectively. The bulletin includes various announcements, listings, and information about events and exhibitions relating to Harvard University and its community during that period.

On the left page, the headline reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and describes an exhibition of the lithographic work of J. N. Rosenberg and an exhibition of Persian paintings. It also refers to various individuals related to the exhibitions and a donation to the university's collection. Below that is an article titled "HERALD, Jan. 12, 1930", discussing a donation for "A PERSIAN POET FOR HARVARD". This piece highlights a portrait of a young Persian poet being added to the collection at the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right page, the headline is "Concert & Lecture", dated January 9, 1930, detailing a series of concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum and announcements concerning speakers at Harvard Clubs, such as George H. Edgell, Dr. Roger B. Merriman, and Edward A. Whitney, who are scheduled to speak at various locations and dates.

The document is typewritten, and each page is labeled with the publication title, along with a handwritten date. The pages appear to be somewhat aged, with the left side slightly discolored. The pages are manually hole-punched, indicating they may have been archived or placed in a binder at some point.

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The image shows a page with multiple newspaper clippings attached to it, possibly for archival purposes. The page appears to have been designed for collecting articles and has two holes punched on the left side, likely for insertion into a binder or other storage system. The clippings are as follows:

  1. The top-left clipping is titled "Fogg Art Museum" and comes from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated January 9, 1930. It discusses current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including lithographic works by J. N. Rosenberg, Persian paintings from various collections, and loans from the Morgan Library, the Ross Collection of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and several notable individuals.

  2. The clipping on the top right is also from January 9, 1930, titled "Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet". It mentions concerts held by the Stradivarius Quartet from New York City at the Fogg Art Museum, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum. It provides details about the performers and the concert dates scheduled for January 8 and February 14.

  3. The middle-left clipping, from the Herald dated January 12, 1930, is titled "A Persian Poet for Harvard." This article describes the Persian paintings exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on the work of Omar Khayyam, including a portrait and other items of significance from the 16th century.

  4. The bottom right clipping is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated January 16, 1930. It lists speakers at various Harvard Clubs, detailing the participation of Professor George H. Edgell, Professor B. Merriman, and Assistant Professor Edward A. Whitney at events across the United States, including specific dates and locations.

Each clipping provides information relevant to cultural events, exhibitions, and academic activities associated with Harvard University, reflecting the institution's engagement with art, music, and scholarly discourse at the time.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated January 16, 1930. The page contains several sections with announcements and updates related to Harvard University and its affiliated institutions. Here is a detailed description of the content:

Top Section:

  • Title: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin, Jan. 9, 1930"
  • Content:
    • Fogg Art Museum Exhibition:
      • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of lithographic work by J. N. Rosengart, which will continue until January 28.
      • A separate exhibition of Persian paintings will continue until February 14.
      • The Persian paintings exhibition includes works loaned by the Morgan Library, the Fine Arts Collection of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and individuals such as Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., Mrs. Valentine Sears, Mrs. Joseph L. J. Montgomery, Edward W. Forbes, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and Philip Hofer.
    • Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet:
      • The Stradivarius Quartet will perform two public concerts in the Cleveland Art Museum under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The quartet consists of Alfred Pocion (violin), Nicolas Moldavan (viola), Wolfgang Wolffsohn (cello), and Gerald Warburg (violin).
      • The concerts will be held on Wednesday, January 8, at 8 o'clock, and the program includes works by Mozart and Beethoven.
      • The final concert will be on Friday evening, February 14, at 8 o'clock.

Middle Section:

  • Headline: "Herald, Jan. 12, 1930"
  • Content:
    • A Persian Poet for Harvard:
      • The Fogg Art Museum has acquired a large loan collection of Persian paintings, current at the museum, which will remain on display for several weeks.
      • The collection includes a portrait of Obeid-e Zakani, a young Persian poet from the 14th century, known for his humorous and satirical verses.
      • The museum also features a manuscript called "Tali Musiqi", attributed to Sultan Muhammad, which includes early musical notations and illustrations of musical instruments.
      • The exhibition continues to attract many visitors to the gallery.

Bottom Section:

  • Speakers at Harvard Clubs:
    • Professor George H. Edgell:
      • Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at Harvard, will speak at various Harvard Clubs across the country.
      • Dean Edgell has already spoken at the Harvard Club of Cleveland on January 6, the Harvard Club of Syracuse on January 7, and the Harvard Club of Central Ohio on January 8.
      • Upcoming engagements include:
        • St. Louis on January 15.
        • Harvard Clubs of Atlanta and North Carolina on January 17 and 23, respectively.
        • Lunchcon at the Harvard Club of Washington, D.C., on January 25.
    • Professor Merriman:
      • Will speak before the Harvard Club of Buffalo on January 29, the Harvard Club of Cleveland on January 30, and the Harvard Club of Western Pennsylvania on January 31.
    • Professor Whitney:
      • Will address the Harvard Club of Michigan at Detroit on January 27, the Harvard Club of Grand Rapids on January 28, the Harvard Club of Milwaukee on January 29, the Harvard Club of Indiana at Indianapolis on January 30, and the Harvard Club of Utica on January 31.

Footer:

  • The page is stamped with "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and the date "Jan. 16, 1930" at the bottom.

Overall Layout:

  • The page is formatted with clear headings and subheadings, making it easy to navigate.
  • The content is organized into distinct sections, each focusing on different university-related events, exhibitions, and speaker engagements.
  • The typography is consistent, with a mix of bold and regular fonts to emphasize important details.

This page serves as a comprehensive update for Harvard alumni and affiliated institutions, highlighting cultural events, musical performances, and speaking engagements.