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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794017

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine titled "Crimson," dated May 17, 1950. The page contains two main items:

  1. Main Image and Caption:

    • The main image is a portrait of a woman named Mrs. Ellen Cochrane.
    • The caption below the image reads: "MRS. ELLEN COCHRANE. By Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823), one of the paintings of eighteenth and early nineteenth century English writers now on display at Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition closes on May 19."
    • The portrait shows a woman with short, curly hair, wearing a white dress with a black ribbon around her neck.
  2. Smaller Image and Caption:

    • The smaller image is a photograph of a man named John Smith '50.
    • The caption next to the image reads: "Left—JOHN SMITH '50. Awarded the first prize of $1000 in a competition for senior special students shared by the College and the Graduate School for seniors specializing in the fine arts at colleges throughout the country. Smith was one of the officers of the foundation set up by the Harmon Foundation for Contemporary Art. He was chosen to serve on the committee with the director of the Fogg Museum of Art."
    • The photograph shows a young man wearing a suit and tie, looking directly at the camera.

The page appears to be part of an article or feature highlighting art and notable individuals related to the Fogg Art Museum and the Harmon Foundation for Contemporary Art.

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The image is a collage from a newspaper dated May 17, 1930, titled "Crimson."

The top section features a portrait of Mrs. Ellen Cochrane by Sir Henry Raeburn, an eighteenth and early nineteenth-century English artist. The caption describes her as a subject of paintings now on display at the Fogg Art Museum, which closes on May 19.

The bottom section includes a smaller photograph of John Walker III, who is described as having received the first prize of $1000 in a competition organized by the College Art Association of America. The caption mentions that Walker is involved in Fine Arts at colleges throughout the United States and is one of the officers of the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art. It also notes that he has recently been selected to serve on the committee with the directors of the Modern Museum of Art.

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The image is a page from a publication dated May 17, 1930, titled "Crimson." The main feature on the page is a portrait of Mrs. Ellen Cochrane, painted by Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823). The portrait is a head-and-shoulders image of a woman with curled hair, dressed in a white gown with a black ribbon. Below the portrait, there is a caption that identifies the subject and provides background information about the artist and the display of his paintings at the Fogg Art Museum, which closed on May 19.

In addition to the portrait, there is a smaller photograph of John Walker III, a 30-year-old man, who was awarded the first prize of $1000 for his painting "The White Horse" by the College Art Association. The text mentions that he is an instructor in Fine Arts at Harvard and an officer of the Harvard Society of Friends of Art. He has also been selected to serve on the board of directors of the Modern Museum of Art. The page is marked with the date "Crimson, May 17" in the upper right corner.

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The image is a clipping from a publication titled "Crimson," dated May 11, 1950. It contains two main articles with accompanying photographs.

Top Article:

Title/Subject: Exhibition of Paintings by Sir Henry Raeburn

  • Portrait:
    The photograph depicts a painting of "Mrs. Ellen Cochrane."

  • Details:
    The article discusses an exhibition featuring works by Sir Henry Raeburn, a prominent Scottish portrait painter who lived from 1756 to 1823. The exhibition showcases the paintings of 18th and early 19th-century English artists currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition was set to close on May 19.

Bottom Article:

Title/Subject: Award to John Walker III

  • Portrait:
    The photograph shows a man identified as John Walker III.

  • Details:
    The article announces that John Walker III was awarded the first prize of $1000 in an art competition sponsored by the College Art Association. This competition was open to graduates specializing in Fine Arts at colleges nationwide. John Walker III is noted as one of the officers and founders of the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art, which has recently merged with the Institute of Contemporary Art. Additionally, he has been selected to serve on the advisory committee with the directors of the Museum of Art.

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This image is a page from the Crimson newspaper dated May 17, 1930. It contains two distinct articles:

  1. Top Article:

    • Title: The main image is a portrait of Mrs. Ellen Cochrane.
    • Description: The portrait is by Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823) and is part of an exhibition of eighteenth and early nineteenth-century English artists at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition closes on May 19.
  2. Bottom Article:

    • Headline: "John Walker III '30 Awarded the First Prize of $1000 in a Competition Conducted by the College Art Association"
    • Description: The article states that John Walker III '30 has been awarded the first prize of $1000 in a competition organized by the College Art Association. This competition was for the best work in fine arts at colleges throughout the country. Walker is also noted as one of the officers and founders of the Harvard Contemporary Art Association. Additionally, he has recently been selected to serve on a committee with the directors of the Modern Museum of Art.

The page is neatly clipped and shows signs of aging, indicating it is an archival or historical document.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from "The Crimson," dated May 17, 1930. It contains two distinct articles:

  1. The larger article at the top is about a portrait titled "Mrs. Ellen Cochrane" by Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823). The painting is described as one of eighteenth and early nineteenth-century English artists that is currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition is noted to close on May 19.

  2. The smaller article at the bottom left is about John Walker III, who was awarded the first prize of $1000 in a competition conducted by the College Art Association. This competition was for a series of lectures in Fine Arts at colleges throughout the United States. Walker was selected as one of the officers and founders of the Harvard University Contemporary Art Committee and has recently been chosen to serve on the committee with the directors of the Modern Museum of Art.

The clipping is perforated along the edges, indicating it was likely cut from a larger sheet of the newspaper.

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The image shows a printed page that appears to be from a newspaper or a magazine, dated "Crimson May 17, 1930." The page features black-and-white printed content, including an article with a heading that reads "MRS. ELLEN COCHRANE" followed by text that indicates a painting by Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823) from the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century is on display at a Fine Art Museum.

There's an additional piece of text that seems to be part of a different article located at the lower right of the page, mentioning "JOHN WALKER III" and discussing a prize of $100 in a competition. The accompanying images in both articles are obscured.

The physical condition of the paper suggests it's old with visible folds and some discoloration around the edges. There are also punched holes along the right-hand side, suggesting that this page may have been stored in a binder or another form of a filing system.

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The image appears to be a page from a magazine or newspaper dated May 17, 1930. At the top is a reproduction of a painting titled "Mrs. Ellen Cochrane" by Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823), alongside a caption explaining that the painting is featured in an exhibition of eighteenth and early nineteenth-century English artists at the Fogg Art Museum, which closes on May 19.

Below the painting is a smaller photograph accompanied by a text box. The text details an award given to Lee-John Walker III '36, who won a $300 prize in a competition conducted by the College Art Association for art in colleges. The award acknowledges his work in the Fine Arts department for a significant essay on contemporary art. This prize was created to commemorate Miss Ethel Bowditch who was one of the founders of the Harvard Society, and its importance for our appreciation of contemporary art.

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This image shows a page from a publication dated May 17, 1930, titled "Crimson." The page contains two main visual elements:

  1. The larger upper section features a black-and-white reproduction of a classical painting titled "MRS. ELLEN COCHRANE," attributed to Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823). The artwork is one of the paintings of eighteenth and early nineteenth-century English artists on display at the Fogg Art Museum, with the exhibition closing on May 19.

  2. The smaller lower section includes a black-and-white photograph of a man identified as John Walker III. The accompanying text states that he was awarded the first prize of $1000 in a competition conducted by the College Art Association for seniors specializing in Fine Arts at colleges throughout the country. It also mentions that Walker, one of the officers and founders of the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art, was recently selected to serve on an advisory committee with the directors of the Modern Museum of Art.

The page has two punched holes on the right side, indicating it might be part of a binder or scrapbook. The word "Crimson" and the date "May 17" are handwritten both at the top and the bottom edges of the page.

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The image is a black-and-white photograph of a woman, likely from the early 20th century, based on the style of her attire and the overall aesthetic of the photograph. She is dressed in a formal, elegant gown with a high collar and intricate detailing, suggesting a portrait of someone of note or social standing. The photograph is framed within a larger document or page, which appears to be from a publication or exhibition catalog dated "Crimson, May 17, 1930."

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Portrait of the Woman:

    • The woman is the central focus of the image. Her hair is styled in an updo, typical of the early 20th century.
    • She wears a light-colored, possibly cream or off-white, dress with a high collar and a subtle, ornate design. The dress appears to be made of a fine fabric, indicating formality and sophistication.
    • The lighting is soft and even, highlighting her facial features and the texture of her dress.
  2. Caption Below the Portrait:

    • The caption identifies the portrait as "By Sir Henry Raeburn (1756-1823), one of the paintings of eighteenth and early nineteenth century English artists now on display at Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition closes on May 19."
    • This indicates that the photograph is a reproduction or reference to a painting by Sir Henry Raeburn, a renowned Scottish portrait painter of the 18th and early 19th centuries. The reference to the Fogg Art Museum suggests this is part of an exhibition or catalog.
  3. Additional Image and Text:

    • Below the main portrait, there is a smaller photograph of a man identified as "JOHN WALKER III '30."
    • Accompanying the smaller photograph is a brief biography:
      • John Walker III was awarded the first prize of $1000 in a competition conducted by the College Art Association for senior specialists in Fine Arts at colleges throughout the country.
      • He is one of the officers and founders of the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art.
      • He has recently been selected to serve on an advisory committee with the directors of the Modern Museum of Art.
  4. Document Layout:

    • The overall layout resembles a page from a newspaper, magazine, or exhibition catalog. The top of the page has the header "Crimson, May 17, 1930," suggesting it is from a publication titled "Crimson," likely a student newspaper or similar periodical.
    • The page includes perforated edges, indicating it may have been part of a bound or archived collection.

Interpretation:

The image combines an artistic portrait with contextual information about both the artwork (a painting by Sir Henry Raeburn) and a contemporary figure (John Walker III). The inclusion of the Fogg Art Museum and the mention of an exhibition closing on May 19, 1930, suggests this page is documenting an art exhibition or related event. The smaller photograph and biography of John Walker III provide additional context, highlighting his achievements in the art world and his connection to modern art institutions.

In summary, the image is a historical document that serves both as an artistic reference and a news or exhibition announcement, blending elements of portraiture, art history, and contemporary art recognition.