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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794033

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of cut-out newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The page includes several articles and notices about exhibitions, including a memorial exhibition of watercolors and drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore. The clippings are dated from June 1930 to June 1931, indicating that these items were collected over a year. The clippings cover various aspects of art exhibitions and events at the museum, such as the opening hours, special exhibitions, and details about the works being displayed. There are also mentions of other museums and cultural institutions, like the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. The page is organized with handwritten annotations and dates, suggesting that the collector was keeping track of relevant information.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and transcriptions, likely related to the Fogg Art Museum and other art-related events. The clippings are arranged on a white background, possibly a scrapbook page, and include various dates in June, mostly from the year 1930.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Two clippings from the Fogg Art Museum, providing information about its operating hours, admission, and current exhibitions. The exhibitions mentioned include watercolors, peasant painting of Japan, and 19th-century prints.
    • The dates mentioned are June 3rd and June 15th.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • A clipping from the Boston Post dated June 15th, discussing the Fogg Art Museum's current exhibitions, which include a loan exhibition of drawings, watercolors, peasant painting in Japan, and 18th-century English painting.
    • Another clipping dated June 22nd provides similar information about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions and operating hours.
  3. Middle Left Section:

    • A clipping from the Boston Post dated June 15th, announcing an exhibition of paintings by C.A. Brodeur at the Fogg Museum of Harvard, running through June 28th.
    • A larger clipping titled "Exhibit Honors Memory of Former Director of Fogg," dated June 14th, discussing a memorial exhibition of watercolors and drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore at the Fogg Art Museum. The text provides a brief biography of Professor Moore and his contributions to the teaching of fine arts at Harvard University.
  4. Middle Right Section:

    • A clipping titled "IN THE MUSEUMS," dated June 22nd, giving details about various exhibitions at different museums in Boston, including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Children's Museum of Boston.
    • Another clipping titled "This Week in Boston," dated the week of June 22nd, providing information about the Fogg Art Museum, including its location, operating hours, and current exhibitions.
  5. Bottom Left Section:

    • A transcription dated June 10, 1930, titled "Richard Starr, Archaeologist, Married to Chicago Girl," announcing the marriage of Richard Francis Starr, the director of the Harvard expedition to Mesopotamia, and Miss Dorothy Clark Simpson of Chicago.
  6. Bottom Right Section:

    • A clipping from the Gazette dated June 14th, titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM," discussing the memorial exhibition of watercolors and drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore at the Fogg Art Museum. The text is similar to the one in the middle left section, providing a brief biography of Professor Moore and his contributions to the teaching of fine arts at Harvard University.

The clippings are neatly arranged and appear to be part of a collection or scrapbook, likely documenting events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and other art-related activities in Boston during the early 1930s.

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This image displays a single sheet of aged, off-white paper, likely from a file or scrapbook, punched with three holes on the left margin for filing. It is covered with multiple newspaper clippings and transcribed notes, primarily concerning the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The content is arranged in several distinct sections, each dated with handwritten annotations in pencil or ink, typically indicating the newspaper source (like "Boston Post," "Transcript," "Gazette") and the date of publication or transcription.

Main Topics Covered:

  • Memorial Exhibition for Charles Herbert Moore (June 1930): The most prominent theme is a memorial exhibition honoring Professor Charles Herbert Moore, a pioneer in the teaching of Fine Arts at Harvard. Several clippings, including one from the Boston Post dated June 15, 1930, and another from the Gazette dated June 14, 1930, detail this exhibition. The articles describe it as a memorial for Professor Moore, who died in 1930, and note that it includes watercolors, drawings, and prints he produced during his teaching period at Harvard. They also mention his role as Curator and later Director of the Fogg Museum (from 1895 to 1909) and his influential book, The Development and Character of Gothic Architecture. The clippings indicate the exhibition was on view at the Fogg Museum and also at the 20th Century Club.
  • Fogg Art Museum General Information: Several sections provide operational details for the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway. These clippings (dated June 4, 15, and 22, 1930) state the museum's hours (open free daily except Monday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays until 5 p.m.), mention special exhibitions (including French paintings, tapestries, Dutch East Indian textiles, and watercolors by William A. Sargent), and note a "Memorial Exhibition of the Work of Professor Charles Herbert Moore" as a current or upcoming feature.
  • Other News Items:
    • June 13, 1930 Transcript: Mentions paintings by C.A. Bruderer at the 20th Century Club.
    • June 10, 1930 Transcript: Announces the marriage of Richard Starr, an archeologist from Harvard, to Dorothy Clark Simpson of Chicago. The article notes he was a "Harvard expedition to Mesopotamia" and is an "authority on Semitic languages."

The overall appearance suggests a research file or personal collection maintained around June 1930, meticulously documenting contemporary events and exhibitions related to the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University. The handwritten dates and sources show a deliberate effort to organize and archive this material.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings, articles, and advertisements related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The clippings cover a range of topics, including museum exhibitions, museum hours, and the career of Professor Charles Herbert Moore, who was associated with the museum.

The clippings are from the Boston Post and Boston Globe newspapers, with dates ranging from June 1930 to June 1934. The articles provide information about the museum's exhibitions, including watercolors and drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore, French paintings, and tapestries. The museum's hours of operation are also mentioned, with special exhibitions and open days highlighted.

One of the articles announces the marriage of Richard Starr, an archaeologist associated with the museum, to a Chicago girl. The article provides details about the wedding ceremony and the couple's plans for a honeymoon in Mesopotamia.

The clippings also include advertisements for the museum, promoting its exhibitions and open days. The advertisements highlight the museum's location at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway and provide information about admission fees and special exhibitions.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the activities and events at the Fogg Art Museum during the early 1930s, showcasing the museum's exhibitions, the career of Professor Charles Herbert Moore, and the personal life of an archaeologist associated with the museum.

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The image is a composite of several newspaper clippings and typed documents, likely from the early 20th century, arranged on a page. The clippings and documents are related to various topics, primarily focusing on art exhibitions, museum events, and personal announcements.

Detailed Description:

Top Section:

  • Left Side:

    • A newspaper clipping with a headline "Exhibit Honors Memory of Fogg Art Museum Former Director." This clipping discusses an exhibition of watercolors and drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore, who was the former director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The text mentions that Moore came to Harvard in 1871, taught fine arts, and later became the director of the museum. The article highlights his contributions to the museum and his reputation as a scholar and writer.
    • Another clipping with the headline "Richard Starr, Archeologist, Married to Chicago Girl." This article announces the marriage of Richard Francis Starr, an archaeologist and director of the Fogg Art Museum’s expedition to Mesopotamia, to Miss Dorothy Clark Simpson of Chicago. The article notes that the couple will honeymoon in Europe and return to Mesopotamia for further excavations.
  • Right Side:

    • A newspaper clipping titled "In the Museums." This clipping provides information about various exhibitions and events happening in different museums, including the Fogg Art Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Children's Museum of Boston. It lists specific exhibits such as watercolors, tapestries, and an exhibition of Professor Charles Herbert Moore’s work.

Middle Section:

  • Center:
    • A typed document with the headline "Fogg Art Museum." This document provides details about the museum’s location, hours of operation, and upcoming exhibitions. It mentions an exhibit of watercolors and drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore and other ongoing and future exhibits.

Bottom Section:

  • Left Side:

    • Another newspaper clipping with a headline "Going on at the Fogg." This clipping reiterates the details of the exhibition of Professor Charles Herbert Moore’s watercolors and drawings, emphasizing the significance of his work and influence on the museum.
  • Right Side:

    • A typed document with the headline "Fogg Art Museum." This document reiterates the details of the museum’s location, hours of operation, and the ongoing exhibition of Professor Charles Herbert Moore’s work.

Analysis and Description:

The image is a compilation of newspaper clippings and typed documents that provide information about various events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, primarily focusing on the work and legacy of Professor Charles Herbert Moore. The clippings highlight his contributions to the museum, his academic career, and his influence on the field of fine arts. Additionally, the image includes a personal announcement about the marriage of Richard Francis Starr, an archaeologist associated with the museum, to Dorothy Clark Simpson.

The documents are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, with overlapping text and images, suggesting that they were likely collected and pasted together for reference or archival purposes. The content is rich with historical context, providing insight into the cultural and academic environment of the early 20th century, particularly within the realm of art and archaeology.

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

Layout and Content:

The page is divided into multiple sections, with text arranged in columns and accompanied by headlines and subheadings. The overall design suggests it is from a newspaper or a similar publication, with a focus on cultural, academic, and local news.


Top Section:

  • Headline: "Exhibit Honors Memory of Former Director of Fogg"
    • Description: This article announces a memorial exhibition held at the Fogg Art Museum in honor of Professor Charles Herbert Moore, the former director of the museum. Key points include:
      • Moore was a professor of Fine Arts at Harvard University.
      • He taught courses in Design, Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture.
      • He served as the director of the Fogg Art Museum and was a curator.
      • The exhibition features watercolors and drawings by Moore, showcasing his work as a scholar and artist.
      • Moore is noted for his book, The Development and Character of Gothic Architecture, which is said to embody his results.
      • The exhibition includes sketches and finished compositions produced by Moore during his time at Harvard, particularly from 1876–1878, when he was inspired by trips to Europe and his study of the works of John Ruskin.

Middle Section:

  • Headline: "Richard Starr, Archaeologist, Married to Chicago Girl"
    • Description: This article reports on the marriage of Richard Starr, an archaeologist associated with the Harvard expedition to Mesopotamia, to Miss Dorothy Clark, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Clark of Chicago. Key details include:
      • Starr is the director of the Harvard expedition to Mesopotamia.
      • The wedding took place at the home of the bride’s parents in Chicago.
      • Starr and his new wife will spend their honeymoon at "Hope Mead," the Starr estate in Newton, Massachusetts.
      • They plan to return to Harvard in September to accompany Starr on his upcoming excavations in Mesopotamia.
      • The couple’s wedding was attended by only a few family members, and the ceremony was described as intimate.

Right Column:

  • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Description: This section provides general information about the Fogg Art Museum, including:
      • Its location at Harvard University, at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway.
      • Hours of operation: open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with special exhibitions on Sundays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Admission is free, except for special exhibitions.
      • The museum features collections of watercolors, loans, exhibits of tapestries, drawings, and prints.
      • Special exhibitions mentioned include:
        • French paintings.
        • Watercolors and prints by Professor Charles Herbert Moore.
        • An exhibition of the work of Professor Charles Herbert Moore, including a memorial exhibition.

Additional Elements:

  • Dates and Locations: The page includes several dates and locations, such as "June 15," "June 22," and references to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  • Transcripts and Gazette: There are handwritten notes and stamps at the top and bottom of the page, indicating it may have been part of an archive or collection. The words "Transcript" and "Gazette" appear at the top, suggesting this is a transcribed or archived version of a newspaper page.
  • Visual Style: The text is typed in a monospaced font typical of early 20th-century printing. The layout is clean and structured, with clear headings and subheadings.

Overall Impression:

The page provides a snapshot of cultural and academic life in the early 20th century, focusing on the Fogg Art Museum, a notable figure in art education (Charles Herbert Moore), and an archaeological expedition led by Richard Starr. The inclusion of both a memorial exhibition and a personal announcement (the marriage of Richard Starr) reflects the blend of academic, artistic, and social news typical of the era. The handwritten annotations suggest the page may have been preserved for historical or archival purposes.

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This image shows a collection of typed and handwritten documents, presumably pages that have been photocopied or scanned onto a single sheet. These documents appear to be newspaper clippings and transcripts relating to art and museum exhibitions, notably pertaining to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, as well as other museum-related content.

The top left section is titled "Transcript" with dates June 19th and June 25th, referring to specific events or exhibitions. Below that, there is a small piece about paintings by H. A. Brendekilde being shown at a location.

In the center of the page, there's a highlighted article titled "Exhibit Honors Memory of Former Director of Fogg," which discusses a memorial exhibition of watercolors by the late Charles Herbert Moore at the Fogg Art Museum.

The top right section includes a clipping from the "Boston Post" and a section titled "IN THE MUSEUMS" with event listings for various dates in June. The "Boston Post" clipping also details activities and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, alongside listings for other museums in Boston.

The bottom left section of the page shows an article titled "Richard Starr, Archaeologist, Married to Chicago Girl," which seems to be a wedding announcement, unrelated to the rest of the art and museum clippings.

On the right side of the page, there is another section with the header "Going On at the Fogg," which promotes an exhibition of watercolors by the aforementioned Charles Herbert Moore, and another article titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM," describing the importance of Moore's contributions to the museum and providing a brief history of his involvement and work.

The documents are punctuated with handwritten notes indicating dates and some numerical figures in the margins. The entire page has three holes punched on the left-hand side, suggesting it was once stored in a binder or file.

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This image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a sheet of paper. The clippings primarily discuss various events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and feature articles from different publications, including the Boston Post and Transcript.

  • The clippings are dated at the top-right corner with specific dates: "June 4th," "June 15th," "June 18th," and the week of "June 22nd."
  • Some of the articles provide details about specific exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, such as an exhibition of drawings by Professor Charles Herbert Moore and events showcasing French paintings.
  • One clipping mentions an exhibition at the 20th Century Club.
  • Another article, dated "June 10, 1930," from the Transcript discusses the marriage of Richard Starr, an archaeologist, to a Chicago girl.
  • The articles seem to highlight historical and cultural events as well as noteworthy social occurrences linked to the museum and academia.

Handwritten annotations label the sources and dates of the clippings, organizing them systematically across the sheet.

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A page from a scrapbook or clipping album. It’s an aged, cream-colored sheet with three punched holes along the left edge. Attached to the page are many small rectangular newspaper clippings in brownish newsprint, arranged in a collage. The clippings discuss the Fogg Art Museum (Harvard) and related museum news, exhibitions, and people, with headings such as “IN THE MUSEUMS” and notes about staff or events. Some clippings are from newspapers like the Boston Post and other local papers. Handwritten date notations run along the right side of the page. The overall look is that of an early 20th-century archival montage documenting museum happenings.

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This image is a scrapbook page containing various newspaper clippings mounted on a sheet of paper. It features articles, announcements, and notices, mostly pertaining to art exhibitions, museums, and cultural happenings. Specific publications such as the Boston Post, The Transcript, and Gazette are cited, with corresponding handwritten dates next to each clipping. A large portion of the clippings reference the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, including an exhibition dedicated to Professor Charles Herbert Moore. One clipping towards the bottom announces a marriage involving Richard Starr, an archaeologist associated with Harvard's Museum of Fine Arts.

The articles are laid out in a somewhat organized fashion, with a focus on neatly arranging the clippings for readability. The page also has three pre-punched holes along the left side, presumably for storing the document in a binder. The handwriting appears to annotate and date each clipping. The paper seems aged, with a warm tone indicative of a historic archival document.