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The image shows two newspaper clippings detailing the life and accomplishments of Professor Charles Herbert Moore.

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• Title: "Prof. C.H. Moore Was First Curator of Fogg Museum"
• Content:
  • Charles Herbert Moore, born in New York in 1840, died in England.
  • His parents were from Schenectady, NY.
  • Spent time in Italy and Venice in the 1870s.
  • Joined Harvard University as an instructor in drawing and design principles in 1871.
  • Became an assistant professor and later a professor of fine arts, remaining until 1896.
  • Served as the first curator of the Fogg Museum from 1896 to 1909.
  • Published "Elements of Drawing" in 1890 and "Development and Character of Gothic Architecture" in 1890 and 1899.
  • Taught notable students like Charles Eliot Norton and Charles William Eliot.
  • Married Elizabeth Flake Huntington in 1881 after the death of his first wife.
  • Moved to England after resigning from Harvard.

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• Content:
  • Moore made frequent visits to France to study Gothic architecture.
  • Planned to write a book on medieval architecture but died before completing it.
  • Built a house in Winchester, Hampshire, England, in 1911.
  • His wife, Elizabeth Huntington Moore, lived there with him.

Additional Notes:

• The top clipping has a handwritten note: "1930 Contemp Feb 19."
• The clippings are aged and slightly torn, indicating they are from an older publication.

The image shows two sections of a newspaper article, likely from 1930, detailing the life and career of Prof. C. H. Moore, the first curator of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article mentions his birth in 1840, his marriage, and his academic journey, including his time at Harvard where he taught drawing, architecture, and was later appointed professor of fine arts. It also highlights his significant contributions, such as authoring 'The Development and Character of Gothic Architecture' and his role in establishing the Fogg Museum. The lower section, partially visible, refers to his later years, including his retirement to Hampshire, England, where he continued his work on Gothic architecture. Handwritten notes on the article suggest it was saved, possibly indicating personal significance to the reader.

The image is a newspaper clipping from February 17, 1930, detailing the life and career of Prof. Charles Herbert Moore, who was the first curator of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

Key Points:

1. Early Life and Education:

   • Charles Herbert Moore was born on Saturday, April 10, 1840, in New York.
   • He spent his early years in New York and Schenectady, New York.
   • Moore traveled in Europe, spending time in Italy where he formed a long-lasting friendship with John Ruskin.

2. Career at Harvard:

   • Moore joined Harvard University in the seventies, initially as an instructor in drawing and watercolors.
   • Later, he became an assistant professor of art and eventually a full professor.
   • He retired as the Professor Norton of fine arts and continued to work until 1909.

3. Role at the Fogg Museum:

   • Upon the establishment of the Fogg Museum, Moore became its first curator from 1896 to 1909.

4. Literary Contributions:

   • In 1890, he published "The Development and Character of Gothic Architecture," with a revised edition in 1893.
   • Much of the material for this book was based on his lectures and teachings at Harvard and elsewhere.

5. Personal Life:

   • After the death of his first wife, he married again to Frances Fiske Hewins.
   • Moore resigned his position at Harvard in 1909 and moved to England to live.

6. Later Life and Work:

   • Moore frequently visited France to revise his book on Gothic architecture, aiming to make it "perfect."
   • He wrote "Medieval Church Architecture of England" and continued his scholarly work.
   • In 1911, he built a house at Hartley Wintney, Hampshire, England, where he lived with his second wife and his daughter from his first marriage, Elizabeth Huntington Moore.

The article captures the significant contributions and life events of Charles Herbert Moore, highlighting his influence in art history and academia.

The image shows two pieces of yellowed newspaper clippings, each detailing aspects of the life of Professor Charles Herbert Moore, the first curator of the Fogg Museum.

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• The headline reads: "Prof. C. H. Moore Was First Curator of Fogg Museum."
• Charles Herbert Moore was born in England on March 17, 1840, and died in New York on Saturday.
• In 1865, he married Mary Jane Tomlinson of Schenectady, New York. They met in Venice, where Moore formed a lasting friendship with Ruskin.
• He taught at Harvard University starting in the 1870s, initially as an instructor in drawing and principles of design, and later as an assistant professor and professor of fine arts until 1909.
• He became the first curator and later director of the Fogg Museum from 1896 to 1909.
• In 1890, he published "The Character of Gothic Architecture," a book that significantly influenced his teaching and was highly regarded by his students.
• After the death of his first wife, he married Elizabeth Fiske Hewins in 1881.
• In 1909, he resigned from Harvard and moved to England with his wife, hoping to complete his work on the history of Gothic architecture.

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• The continuation of Moore's story mentions his frequent visits to France to study Gothic architecture and make it "perfect."
• He wrote a book on "Medieval Architecture in England" and another on "Medieval Church Architecture in England," but his plans were disrupted by World War I.
• In 1911, he built a house at Hartley Wintney in Hampshire, England, where he and his wife, Elizabeth Huntington Moore, lived.

The clippings are dated with a handwritten note indicating "1930" and "Trans Feb 17," suggesting these articles were transcribed or published in February 1930.

The image contains two newspaper clippings about Professor Charles Herbert Moore, detailing his life and contributions.

1. Top Clipping:

   • Title: "Prof. C. H. Moore Was First Curator of Fogg Museum"
   • Content:
     • Charles Herbert Moore was born in New York in 1840 and died in England in 1930.
     • He married Mary Jane Tomlinson in 1865.
     • Moore spent some time in Venice, where he formed a friendship with John Ruskin.
     • He came to Harvard University in the 1870s, initially as an instructor in drawing and principles of design, later becoming an assistant professor and then a full professor of fine arts.
     • Moore remained at Harvard until 1909, first as the first curator of the Fogg Museum (from 1896 to 1909) and later as its director.
     • In 1896, he published the first edition of "A Character of Gothic Architecture," for which he received an honorary A.M. degree from Harvard.
     • After the death of his first wife, he married Elizabeth Fiske Hewins in 1881.
     • In 1909, Moore resigned his position at Harvard and moved to England.
     • The clipping mentions he continued writing and revising his book on Gothic architecture during frequent visits to France.

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   • Content:
     • Moore planned to rewrite his book on Gothic architecture during his stays in France.
     • He wrote a book titled "Medieval Church Architecture in England" but could not complete it due to the outbreak of World War I.
     • In 1911, he built a house at Hartley Wintney in Hampshire, England, where he and his wife, Elizabeth Huntington Moore, along with his daughter by his first marriage, lived.

The clippings are dated and marked with "1930 continued" and "Trans. Feb 17," indicating they were transcribed or noted in February 1930.

The image shows a newspaper clipping detailing the life and achievements of Charles Herbert Moore, who was the first Curator of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary:

1. Background and Early Life:

   • Charles Herbert Moore was born in New York in 1840.
   • He married Mary Jane Tomlinson of Schenectady, New York.

2. Education and Career:

   • Moore traveled to Europe and formed a significant friendship with John Ruskin.
   • He came to Harvard University in the 1870s, initially as an instructor in drawing and later as an assistant professor in the Department of Fine Arts.
   • Upon Professor Norton's retirement, Moore became the professor of fine arts at Harvard in 1896.

3. Curator of the Fogg Museum:

   • Moore was appointed the first curator of the newly established Fogg Museum from 1896 to 1909, and later became its director.

4. Publications:

   • Moore authored "The Character of Gothic Architecture," which was the first edition in 1890 and had a second revised edition in 1899.
   • He frequently visited France to revise his history of Gothic architecture and write a book titled "Medieval Church Architecture in England," which was interrupted by World War I.

5. Later Life and Personal Life:

   • After the death of his first wife, Elizabeth Fiske Hewins, he remarried in 1881 to Elizabeth Huntington Moore.
   • He resigned from Harvard in 1909 and moved to England with his wife, hoping to continue his architectural studies and writing.
   • In 1911, Moore built a house at Hartley Wintry in Hampshire, England, where he and his wife lived, and where their daughter Elizabeth Huntington Moore also lived.

The clipping was transcribed in 1930 and marked with a date of February 17, indicating it was likely archived or preserved for historical reference.

The image shows two newspaper clippings about Prof. C. H. Moore, the first curator of the Fogg Museum.

The larger clipping provides a brief biography of Charles Herbert Moore. It mentions that he was born in New York in 1840, married Mary Jane Tomlinson in 1865, and spent time in Italy and Venice. He attended Harvard University in the 1870s, where he began as an instructor in drawing and principles of design, eventually becoming a professor of fine arts until 1909. He was the first curator and later the director of the Fogg Museum from 1896 to 1909. In 1890, he published the first edition of "The Development and Character of Gothic Architecture." The article notes that he received an honorary A.M. from Harvard and mentions his marriages to Elizabeth Fiske Hewins after the death of his first wife. It ends by stating that he resigned from Harvard in 1909 and moved to England with her.

The smaller clipping continues with some aspects of Moore's life, including his frequent visits to France to study Gothic architecture and his intention to rewrite its history and make it perfect. It notes his book on "Medieval Church Architecture in England," which was interrupted by the war. It also mentions that in 1911 he planned and built a house in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire, England, where he lived with his second wife and his daughter from his first marriage, Elizabeth Huntington Moore.

There is handwriting on the larger clipping, indicating "1930 continuing" and "Trans Feb 17."

This image shows a collection of vintage newspaper clippings affixed to a white background. The largest clipping is prominently displayed in the center with a headline reading, "Prof. C. H. Moore Was First Curator of Fogg Museum." Below this headline, there are several paragraphs detailing the life and work of Charles Herbert Moore. Specific references are made to his marriage to Mary Jane Timlow, his time spent in Italy and Venice, his role at Harvard University, his publication work, and his involvement with the Fogg Museum.

An inscription in blue ink at the bottom of the main clipping suggests an archival action: "1930 c Consulted/ Transf 17."

A smaller, separate clipping below features the tail end of text concerning visits to France, architectural history, a house built at Hartley Wintney in Hampshire, England, and mentions Mr. Moore and his daughters. The names "Elizabeth Huntington Moore" and "Elizbeth Huntington Moore" are visible, indicating people related or known to C. H. Moore.

The image displays two sections of an old newspaper clipping. The primary clipping is a detailed article about Professor Charles Herbert Moore, the first curator of the Fogg Museum. It provides a concise biography, noting his birth in New York in 1840, his marriage to Mary Jane Tomlinson in 1866, his travels in Italy, and his friendship with John Ruskin. The article outlines Moore's career at Harvard University starting in the seventies, his role as the first curator and director of the Fogg Museum, and his notable publication on Gothic architecture. It mentions that he received an honorary A.M. from Harvard and briefly touches upon his personal life, including the death of his first wife and his resignation from Harvard in 1909.

There is a handwritten text below the article that reads, "1930 Cambridge Trans Feb 17 [cut off]." The lower clipping is noticeably shorter and appears to be a continuation from the top article, mentioning further details about frequent visits to France and his efforts to perfect his book on medieval church architecture. It concludes with a mention of plans to build a house and the names of his first wife and daughter. The edges of both clippings are slightly frayed, indicating that they have been cut out from a larger document.

The image shows two pages of a document, likely from a historical or biographical text. The content appears to be an article or excerpt discussing Professor Charles Herbert Moore, who served as the first curator of the Fogg Museum. Here is a detailed description:

Top Page:

• Title: "Prof C. H. Moore Was First Curator of Fogg Museum"
• Content:
  • The text provides a biographical overview of Charles Herbert Moore.
  • Moore was born in New York in 1840 and died in England on Saturday.
  • He married Mary Jane Tomlinson of Schenectady, N.Y., in 1865.
  • In the 1870s, Moore and his wife spent time in Italy, where he formed a lasting friendship with John Ruskin in Venice.
  • Moore joined Harvard University in the 1870s as an instructor in drawing and principles of design. He later became an assistant professor and, upon the retirement of Professor Norton, became a professor of fine arts, remaining in that role until 1909.
  • Upon the establishment of the Fogg Museum, Moore was appointed as its first curator and later became its director from 1896 to 1909.
  • In 1890, Moore published the first edition of The Development and Character of Gothic Architecture, with a second, revised edition issued in 1899. The material in this book heavily influenced his teaching at Harvard.
  • Harvard awarded Moore an honorary A.M. after the book was published.
  • After the death of his first wife, Moore married Elizabeth Moore Fiske Hewins in 1881.
  • In 1900, Moore resigned his position at Harvard and moved to England to live. He hoped to rewrite the history of Gothic architecture and make it "perfect."
  • The page ends with a note: "1930 continued" and a handwritten annotation "Trans 7eb 17."

Bottom Page:

• Content:
  • The text continues Moore's biography, discussing his later life and plans.
  • Moore planned and built a house in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire, England, in 1911. The house was situated in a region of rare loveliness.
  • Moore and his wife, along with his daughter Elizabeth Huntington Moore (from his first marriage), lived in this house.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger document, as indicated by the fragmented text and the mention of "Ga" and "M" at the bottom, which might be part of a larger narrative or footnote.

Visual Characteristics:

• The pages are printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, suggesting the document is historical or archival.
• The text is typed, with some handwritten annotations visible, indicating possible editorial or transcription work.
• The layout is typical of early 20th-century printing, with justified text and clear headings.

Overall Impression:

The document provides a detailed account of Charles Herbert Moore's life, career, and contributions to art history and education, particularly his role at Harvard and the Fogg Museum. It highlights his academic achievements, publications, and personal life, offering insight into his legacy as an influential figure in the field of Gothic architecture and art education.