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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 793946

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a historical newspaper or periodical, dated February 14, 1930. It contains several articles and announcements. Here's a breakdown of the content:

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Title: "Garrod to Give Second Series of Norton Talks"
    • Discusses the upcoming lectures by Professor Garrod, who holds the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry. The series starts with a lecture on "Robert Bridges, 'The Testament of Beauty'".
    • Includes details about the lectures' dates and times, and Garrod's background and interests.
  2. Top Middle Article:

    • Title: "Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum"
    • Announces the reopening of the Cincinnati Museum's three new wings under the directorship of W.H. Siple. It highlights the installation of new treasures and the refurbishment of existing collections, mentioning notable art pieces and historical context.
  3. Top Right Article:

    • Title: "Stradivarius Quartet Gives Its Last Concert"
    • Announces the final public concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Museum on February 14, 1930, at 8:30. It provides details about the Quartet's members and the program, which includes works by Beethoven, Glière, and Dittersdorf.
  4. Bottom Left Article:

    • Title: "Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet"
    • Provides information about the final concert series, reiterating the quartet's members and the program details.

Each article is presented in a traditional newspaper format with a clear structure, including headers, subheaders, and body text. The page has some annotations and stamps, indicating it might have been part of a collection or archive.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the year 1930. The clippings are arranged on a white backing sheet with three staples on the left side, indicating they might be part of a scrapbook or archive. The clippings are from various publications and dates, as noted by handwritten annotations such as "Crimson, Feb 14, 1930" and "Transcript, Feb. 8, 1930."

The clippings cover several topics:

  1. Garrod to Give Second Series of Norton Talks: This article announces a series of lectures by Heathcote William Garrod, a Fellow of Merton College and Professor of Poetry at Oxford, who is holding the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry. The lectures are scheduled to begin on February 18, 1930, and will cover topics related to poetry and literary criticism.

  2. Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum: This article discusses the reopening of the Cincinnati Art Museum after the addition of three new wings and the refurbishment of its existing structures. The new wings house various art collections, including paintings by famous artists and collections of prints, tapestries, and decorative arts.

  3. Stradivarius Quartet Gives Its Last Concert: This article announces the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum on February 14, 1930. The quartet, consisting of four members, will perform a varied program that begins with a Beethoven work. The article also provides details about the members of the quartet and their instruments.

  4. Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet: This clipping provides additional information about the program for the concert mentioned above, listing the pieces to be performed by the quartet.

The clippings are neatly arranged and appear to be well-preserved, with some handwritten notes indicating the source and date of each article.

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This image displays a vintage, aged newspaper clipping or program insert from February 1930, likely from Harvard University’s Crimson newspaper, as indicated by the handwritten date “Crimson, Feb 14, 1930” on the right side. The page is printed on off-white paper with visible aging, and three hole punches along the left margin suggest it was stored in a binder.

It features four distinct news articles or announcements, arranged in a multi-column layout, relating to cultural and academic events at Harvard, primarily centered around the Fogg Art Museum and the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry.


Top-Left Article: “GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS”

This article announces a lecture series by Professor Heathcote William Garrod, Fellow of Merton College, Oxford, and current holder of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry at Harvard. The series begins Tuesday, February 18, 1930, in the Fogg Large Lecture Room, and is open to the public.

  • First lecture (Feb 18): “Robert Bridges, ‘The Testament of Beauty’”
  • Second lecture (Feb 25): “Arthur Hugh Clough”
  • Third lecture (Mar 4): “Methods of Criticism in Poetry”
  • Final lecture (Mar 11): “Matthew Arnold as Critic”

The article provides background on Professor Garrod, noting his previous lecturing at Harvard in 1913 and his publications. It also mentions the prestigious lineage of the Norton Chair, previously held by Gilbert Murray and Eric R. McLaughen, and notes that Garrod will be available to undergraduates every Thursday at 5:00 PM.


Top-Right Article: “Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum”

This article reports on the reopening of the Cincinnati Art Museum after a major renovation and expansion. Although founded in 1881, its present building opened in 1889. The museum, now under the directorship of Walter H. Siple, celebrated its golden anniversary with three new wings, made possible by the trustees (including Mrs. Thomas J. Emery, Miss Mary Hanna, and Herbert Greer French) and architect John Cotton Dana.

Key features of the new wings include:

  • Emery Wing: For permanent collections (European and American prints, drawings, and paintings by artists like Rembrandt, Dürer, and Van Gogh).
  • Hanna Wing: Contains a gallery for sculpture, textiles, and a study room.
  • French Wing: Houses a print room and a gallery for modern decorative arts and tapestries.

Also mentioned is the planned addition of a closed court for statuary and a collection of works by Miss Hanna and Mrs. Frederick H. Alma, including portraits by Van Dyck, Titian, and Ingres.


Bottom-Left Article: “Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet”

This article describes the final public concert of the season by the Stradivarius Quartet, scheduled for Friday, February 14, at 8:30 PM in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum.

The article notes that two members of the quartet — Alfred Pochon and Nicolás Moldavan — were formerly members of the famed Flonzaley Quartet. The other members are Wolfe Wolfensohn (first violin) and Gerald Warburg (violoncello). The concert will feature four Stradivarius instruments.

The program is listed as:

  • Quartet in F major, Opus 18, No. 1 — Beethoven
  • Theme and Variations from Quartet No. 4, Opus 64 — Glière
  • Quartet in E flat major — Dittersdorf

Bottom-Right Article: “STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT”

This is essentially a repeat or more detailed version of the bottom-left article, confirming that the February 14 concert is the “Fourth Presentation of Season” and the “last concert of the season.”

It elaborates on the history of the quartet’s members, emphasizing their association with the Flonzaley Quartet, and mentions Gerald Warburg’s training at Harvard. The program is identical to the one listed below.


Additional Details:

  • The page is annotated with several handwritten notes in ink:
    • “Transcript, Feb 8, 1930” under the Cincinnati article.
    • “Crimson, Feb 14, 1930” at the top right.
    • “Gazette, Feb 15, 1930” near the bottom center.
  • These annotations suggest the clipping was saved from multiple publications or reprinted from a transcript.
  • The content reflects a vibrant cultural scene at Harvard in 1930, connecting academia (Norton Chair), art museum development (Cincinnati and Fogg), and high-caliber chamber music performances.

In summary, this is a well-preserved historical artifact documenting Harvard’s cultural offerings in early 1930, highlighting the interplay between elite academic discourse, museum expansion, and classical music performance—all centered on or connected to the Fogg Art Museum and the Norton Chair of Poetry.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or article from 1930. The article is about a series of lectures by Professor William Garrod on the poetry of Charles Eliot Norton, to be held at Merton College and Somerville College at Oxford University. The lectures will cover topics such as "The Testament of Beauty" and "Methods of Criticism in Poetry." The article also mentions that Garrod is a Fellow of Merton College and was the editor of the Journal of Philology. The article provides details about the schedule and locations of the lectures, which will be open to the public. Additionally, the article mentions the reopening of the Cincinnati Art Museum after renovations and refurbishments, as well as a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping with multiple articles and announcements from the past. The clipping appears to be from a newspaper, likely from the early 20th century, based on the style of the text and the layout.

The clipping is divided into several sections, each containing a different article or announcement. The top left section is titled "GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS" and features an article about a series of lectures by Professor Robert Bridges. The article mentions that Professor Bridges will give a series of lectures on various topics, including "The Testament of Beauty," "Arthur Hugh Clough," and "Methods of Criticism in Poetry."

The top right section is titled "Cincinnati Reopens Three New Treasures Installed and Old Refurbished Under W. H. Sipley's Directorship" and features an article about the reopening of the Cincinnati Museum of Art. The article mentions that the museum has installed new treasures and refurbished old ones under the directorship of W. H. Sipley.

The bottom left section is titled "STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT" and features an article about the final concert of the Stradivarius Quartet. The article mentions that the quartet will perform at the Fogg Museum and will feature a varied program of music, including works by Beethoven, Mozart, and others.

The bottom right section is titled "PROGRAMME" and features a list of musical compositions that will be performed at the Stradivarius Quartet's final concert. The list includes works by Beethoven, Mozart, and others.

Overall, the newspaper clipping provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic events of the time, highlighting the importance of lectures, museums, and musical performances in the community.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or publication, likely from the early 20th century, featuring several articles and announcements. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Left Column:

    • Headline: "GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS"
    • Subheading: "Lectures Commence Next Tuesday With Robert Bridges, 'The Testament of Beauty'"
    • Article Content:
      • Discusses a series of lectures by William Garrod, a Fellow of Merton College and Professor of Poetry at Oxford.
      • The lectures will be held on Large Lecture Room in the Fogg on consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on February 18.
      • The first lecture, titled "The Testament of Beauty", will be delivered by Robert Bridges.
      • Subsequent lectures will include topics such as "The Teaching of Poetry", "Matthew Arnold as Critic", and "Methods of Criticism in Poetry".
      • The article also mentions Garrod's background, including his role as editor of the Journal of Philology and his authorship of The Oxford Book of Latin Verse (1915).
  2. Middle Column:

    • Headline: "CINCINNATI REOPENS THREE NEW WINGS OF ITS MUSEUM"
    • Subheading: "New Treasures Installed and Old Refurbished Under W. H. Sipe, Director"
    • Article Content:
      • Describes the reopening of three new wings at the Cincinnati Museum, which was originally an Incorporated Academy of Fine Arts.
      • The museum, now permanently located in Boston, celebrated its golden anniversary with new installations and refurbishments.
      • Key highlights include:
        • The H. Sipe Wing, which houses the Van Dyck collection, including portraits of British royalty and many examplars of the Primitives school.
        • The Hanna Wing, featuring a fully-equipped study room and cafeteria.
        • The Frederick Wing, which includes a large display room for textiles and a galleried study room.
      • The article also mentions the W. H. Sipe Wing, which was completed in 1928 and includes pieces by Valasquez, Titian, Van Dyck, and others.
  3. Right Column:

    • Headline: "STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT"
    • Subheading: "Will Be Heard at Fogg Museum Tonight at 8:30 O'Clock After Presentation of Season's Varied Program Begins With Beethoven Work"
    • Article Content:
      • Announces the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum on Friday, February 14, at 8:30 o'clock.
      • The concert will take place in the Court of the New York City Art Museum, under the auspices of the Division of Music at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The quartet consists of:
        • Alfred Pochon (second violin)
        • Nicolas Moldavan (viola)
        • Wolfgang Wolff (first violin)
        • Gerald Warburg (violoncello)
      • The program includes works by Beethoven, Girelli, and Dittersdorf, with a specific mention of Quartet in E-flat major, Opus 18, No. 1 by Beethoven.

Additional Details:

  • Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten notes and markings on the page, including:
    • "Transcript Feb 9 1930" near the bottom left.
    • "Feb 14, 1930" near the middle-right section.
    • "Feb 9 1930" near the bottom right.
    • "Feb 14, 1930" near the bottom right, likely indicating the date of transcription or annotation.
  • Column Headings: The columns are labeled with numbers ("1," "2," "3") at the top, suggesting a structured layout typical of newspapers or magazines.
  • Visual Style: The text is printed in a serif font, typical of early 20th-century publications. The layout is clean and organized, with clear headings and subheadings.

Overall Impression:

The page provides a snapshot of cultural and artistic events from the early 1930s, highlighting lectures, museum exhibitions, and a musical performance by a renowned string quartet. The handwritten notes suggest that this page may have been preserved or annotated for historical or personal reasons.

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The image presents a scanned page of a newspaper, with multiple columns of text and articles featuring various topics. On the top left corner, there's a piece headlined "GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS," describing a series of lectures to commence next Tuesday with 'Robert Bridges, the Testament of Beauty.'

Directly across on the top right, there's the headline "Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum," discussing the installation of new treasures inherited under H.P. Skirball's directorship.

Below these two articles, there's a standout section with a darker background, headlined "STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT," which announces the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City will give a final public concert at the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the programme and mentioning the individual members of the quartet.

The page appears to be aged, as evidenced by the coloration and the presence of holes to the left margin, like those from a binder or filing system. The date "Feb. 14" is handwritten on two places, likely indicating when these articles or events were relevant. It's not clear whether this is from February 14th of a particular year or a page number, however. There are also visible 'Crimson' stamps, possibly the name of the publication or the section of the newspaper.

The texts are typeset in a style typical of mid-20th-century newspapers, with the font being small and dense, typical for conserving space while providing much information. From the content of the articles, the context seems to be academic and cultural events, with a focus on educational institutions and historical museum collections.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. Here's a detailed description of each clipping:

  1. The largest clipping in the upper left corner has the headline "GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS". It mentions that Heathcote William Garrod, Fellow of Merton College and sometime Professor of Poetry at Oxford, who holds the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry this year, will be giving a series of lectures on Robert Bridges' work, "The Testament of Beauty". It details the schedule and venues for these talks.

  2. A clipping next to it titled "Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum". It discusses the reopening of three wings in the Cincinnati Art Museum, detailing the new treasures installed and refurbishment under W. H. Siple's directorship. It highlights the impact women have had on improving and expanding the museum's collection.

  3. A clipping below the first one on the left is primarily a notice, possibly referring to the events mentioned above.

  4. The clipping to the right has the headline "STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT". It announces that the Stradivarius Quartet will be performing their final public concert at the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the quartet members and the performance pieces, including works by Beethoven and Glière.

  5. The clipping below that (bottom right) provides further details about the "Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet" with specifics on the concert's program listing the pieces to be played.

The scrapbook page is annotated with dates, including “Crimson, Feb. 14, 1930,” “Transcript, Feb 8, 1930,” and “Gazette Feb. 15, 1930,” providing the dates and sources of the clippings. There are also some handwritten marks, likely indicating the compiler's personal notes or emphasis.

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This is a scrapbook page containing several old newspaper clippings pasted on a white sheet. The clippings are yellowed with age and are arranged in a loose collage, some in columns and one small orange snippet.

  • Top left: “GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS” about lectures by Robert Bridges and others.
  • Top right (orange clipping): “Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum” with notes about refurbished facilities and directors.
  • Middle right: “STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT” describing the final concert at the Fogg Museum with schedule and program references.
  • Bottom left: “Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet” with details about the upcoming program.
  • Bottom center/left: A small “Program” listing Beethoven pieces and other details.
  • Scattered small notes and dates, including a dated note from 1930 (February 14, 1930 is visible in one piece).

Overall, it looks like a page from a 1930s-era bound scrapbook or clippings file about music lectures and chamber concerts, including mentions of Beethoven and the Stradivarius Quartet. The page has two binder holes on the left side.

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This image features a page with multiple newspaper clippings from the early 20th century. The collection includes articles and announcements related to cultural and academic events, such as lectures, museum exhibitions, and concerts. Notable elements include:

  1. Garrod to Give Second Series of Norton Talks: An article discussing a series of lectures by Heathcote William Garrod, a professor of poetry at Oxford.

  2. Cincinnati Museum Article: A feature about the reopening and refurbishment of three new wings in the Cincinnati Museum under W.H. Siple's directorship, with a focus on newly installed treasures.

  3. Stradivarius Quartet Announcement: Notes and details about a final public concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Museum of Art, including the program listing works by Beethoven and Glazunov.

  4. Various clippings: Smaller articles and notes related to cultural events dated February 1930, including references to publication sources like the "Crimson" and "Gazette."

The layout includes handwritten annotations and is organized in columns with typewritten and printed text in sepia tones, reflecting the styles of old newspaper articles.