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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 shows a page from a newspaper, with two articles and a concert program. The left article is titled "Garrod to Give Second Series of Norton Talks" and discusses a lecture series by Professor Garrod at Oxford University. The right article is titled "Stradivarius Quartet Gives Its Last Concert" and announces a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum.

  • Left Article:
    • Title: "Garrod to Give Second Series of Norton Talks"
    • Author: Robert Bridges
    • Date: February 18
    • Content: Discusses a lecture series by Professor Garrod at Oxford University
  • Right Article:
    • Title: "Stradivarius Quartet Gives Its Last Concert"
    • Author: Not specified
    • Date: February 14, 1930
    • Content: Announces a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum
  • Concert Program:
    • Title: "Varied Program Begins with Beethoven Work"
    • Date: February 14, 1930
    • Content: Lists the program for the concert, including works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Schubert

The image appears to be a page from a newspaper, likely from the early 20th century. The articles and concert program suggest that the newspaper was focused on cultural events and intellectual pursuits.

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The image depicts a page of newspaper clippings, featuring four articles with distinct headlines and content. The articles are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping each other.

Article 1: "GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS"

This article is positioned on the left side of the page and features a bold headline. It discusses Professor Garrod's upcoming lecture series, which will cover topics such as poetry and criticism. The article provides details about the lectures, including the dates, times, and locations.

Article 2: "Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum"

Located in the center of the page, this article has a smaller headline compared to the first one. It reports on the reopening of three new wings at the Cincinnati Museum, highlighting the museum's efforts to expand its collections and exhibits.

Article 3: "STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT"

Positioned on the right side of the page, this article has a larger headline than the second one. It announces the final concert of the Stradivarius Quartet, which will take place at the Fogg Museum. The article provides information about the concert, including the date, time, and program.

Article 4: "Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet"

This article is located at the bottom of the page and has a smaller headline. It lists the upcoming concerts of the Stradivarius Quartet, including the dates, times, and programs.

Overall, the image presents a collection of articles related to art, music, and culture, showcasing the diversity of topics covered in the newspaper.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from the early 20th century, featuring three distinct articles. The clipping is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging.

Article 1: "GARROD TO GIVE SECOND SERIES OF NORTON TALKS"

  • The article is dated February 8, 1930.
  • It announces that Heathcote William Garrod, a Fellow of Merton College and Somerville Professor of Poetry at Oxford, will deliver a series of lectures.
  • The lectures will commence on Tuesday, February 18, and will be held on consecutive Tuesdays in the Fogg Large Lecture Room.
  • The article provides details about Garrod's background and his previous lectures.

Article 2: "Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum"

  • The article is dated February 14, 1930.
  • It reports on the reopening of three new wings of the Cincinnati Museum.
  • The new wings were installed and refurbished under the directorship of W.H. Siple.
  • The article highlights the museum's new acquisitions and renovations.

Article 3: "STRADIVARIUS QUARTET GIVES ITS LAST CONCERT"

  • The article is dated February 14, 1930.
  • It announces that the Stradivarius Quartet will perform its final concert at the Fogg Museum.
  • The concert will take place at 8:30 p.m. and will feature a varied program, including Beethoven's work.
  • The article provides information about the quartet's history and its members.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the early 20th century, highlighting the importance of art, music, and literature during this period.

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The image presents a scanned page from a vintage newspaper or magazine, featuring a collection of articles and advertisements. The page is divided into several sections, each with its own distinct content.

  • Garrood to Give Second Series of Norton Talks
    • The article announces that Heathcote William Garrod, Fellow of Merton College and sometime Professor of Poetry at Oxford, will deliver a series of lectures on poetry.
    • The lectures will be given on consecutive Tuesdays in the Fogg Large Lecture Room and will be open to the public.
    • The series includes four lectures, with the first one being "Robert Bridges, 'the Testament of Beauty'" and subsequent lectures on "Arthur Hugh Clough", "Methods of Criticism in Poetry", and "Matthew Arnold as Critic".
  • Cincinnati Reopens Three New Wings of Its Museum
    • The article reports on the reopening of three new wings at the Cincinnati Museum, which have been refurbished under the directorship of W.H. Siple.
    • The museum's collection includes works by artists such as Rembrandt, Durer, Callot, Cranach, Marvon and Salonczover, and Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Eisner.
    • The museum has also acquired a large collection of playing cards, as well as tapestries borrowed from outside Cincinnati.
  • Stradivarius Quartet Gives Its Last Concert
    • The article announces that the Stradivarius Quartet will give their last public concert of the season in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum tonight at 8:30 o'clock.
    • The quartet consists of Alfred Pochon, second violin; Nicolas Moldavan, viola; Wolfe Wolffsohn, first violin; and Gerald Warburg, violoncello.
    • The program includes works by Beethoven and Glazunov.
  • Series of Concerts by the Stradivarius Quartet
    • The article provides information about the Stradivarius Quartet's series of concerts, including their final public concert in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The quartet's members are Alfred Pochon, second violin; Nicolas Moldavan, viola; Wolfe Wolffsohn, first violin; and Gerald Warburg, violoncello.

In summary, the image features a collection of articles and advertisements from a vintage newspaper or magazine, including announcements for lectures, museum exhibitions, and concerts. The articles provide information about upcoming events, including a series of lectures by Heathcote William Garrod, the reopening of three new wings at the Cincinnati Museum, and the final public concert of the season by the Stradivarius Quartet.