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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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This image appears to be a compilation of newspaper clippings and articles related to art lectures and events at the Fogg Art Museum in Harvard University, dated around October 1930. The clippings are from various newspapers, such as the Boston Post, Crimson, Gazette, and Post. Here's a breakdown of the content:

  1. Lectures on Art (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Announces a series of eight lectures on art appreciation at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge.
    • The series begins on Monday evenings, starting on Oct. 27, by Henry L. Seaver.
    • The lectures will cover topics such as naive, religious, narrative, decorative, comic, classic, romantic, and realistic elements in art.
    • The lectures are organized under the auspices of the University Extension Division of the Massachusetts Department of Education.
  2. Rembrandt Etchings at Fogg Art Museum (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Describes an exhibition of Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibition is part of a series of lectures on Rembrandt by Professor Arthur M. Hind, who is a Slade professor at Oxford.
    • The exhibition features works from the Fogg Museum's print collection and loans from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
    • The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's work from his early period, including portraits, Bible subjects, landscapes, and other subjects.
  3. Lithographs by Whistler (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Mentions the fourth number of The Print Collectors' Bulletin, which includes reproductions of 50 lithographs by James McNeill Whistler.
    • The bulletin also includes a description of the process of lithography and appreciations of Whistler's work by various critics.
    • Some notable prints mentioned include "The Thames at Battersea," "The Little Nude Model Reading," and others.
  4. Water Color Drawings (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Highlights water color drawings by Arthur L. Esner.
    • The drawings are being exhibited at the Lamson and Hubbard Gallery.
    • The technique of the drawings is compared to that of a child with colored crayons, but they have a happy feeling for light and color.
    • Notable drawings mentioned include "Solitude."
  5. Hind Will Deliver Twelve Art Talks (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Announces that Professor Arthur M. Hind will deliver twelve lectures on art in addition to his regular Norton Lectures.
    • The lectures will begin on November 13 and cover topics on early Italian engravings and woodcuts, old master drawings, and studies in seventeenth-century art.
    • Hind will also speak on Italian engravings and seventeenth-century art.
  6. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Details the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, which are given by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind.
    • Hind is the fourth holder of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry.
    • The lectures will be held in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock.
    • The lectures will focus on Rembrandt and cover topics such as Rembrandt's school, histories, portraits, landscapes, and conclusion.
  7. Transcript (Post, Oct. 29):

    • Provides a summary of the Fogg Art Museum's opening hours and special exhibitions.
    • The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays.
    • Special exhibitions include objects found by expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq; paintings of the Naumberg Bequest; etchings by Rembrandt van Rijn; and a loan exhibition of the works of William Blake.

The clippings highlight the rich artistic culture and educational opportunities available at the Fogg Art Museum during the 1930s, with a focus on lectures and exhibitions by renowned artists and scholars.

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This image is a collage of newspaper clippings from various publications, dated between October 25 and October 29, 1930, focusing on art lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are arranged on a single sheet of paper and are from the Boston Post, Crimson, and Gazette, as indicated by the handwritten notes at the top of each clipping.

  1. Top Left Clipping (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930):

    • Headline: "LECTURES ON ART"
    • The article announces a series of eight lectures on art appreciation to be given at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, on Monday evenings, starting October 27, by Henry L. Seaver of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The lectures will cover various elements in art, including the naive, the religious, the narrative, the decorative, the comic, the classic, the romantic, and the realistic.
  2. Top Right Clipping (Crimson, Oct. 29):

    • Headline: "HIND WILL DELIVER TWELVE ART TALKS"
    • The article announces that Professor Arthur M. Hind will deliver twelve lectures on art in addition to his regular series of Norton Lectures, starting on November 13. The lectures will cover topics such as early Italian engravings and woodcuts, old master drawings, and studies in seventeenth-century art, exploring the cross currents of influence between northern and southern Europe. The first group of lectures is on early Italian engravings and woodcuts, starting on November 13 with a talk entitled "Finiguerra and the Beginnings of Engraving in Florence."
  3. Middle Left Clipping (Gazette, Oct. 25, 1930):

    • Headline: "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures"
    • This article discusses the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures given by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, the fourth holder of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry at Harvard. Professor Hind will give a series of eight lectures on Rembrandt, open to the public, in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock. The schedule includes topics such as introductory lectures, Rembrandt's school, histories, portraits, landscapes, and a conclusion.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Transcript, Oct. 29):

    • This small clipping provides information about the Fogg Art Museum's current exhibitions, including objects found by the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq; paintings of the Naumburg bequest; etchings by Rembrandt van Rijn; and a loan exhibition of the works of William Blake.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping (Post, Oct. 26):

    • This small clipping repeats the information about the Fogg Art Museum's current exhibitions, as mentioned in the bottom left clipping.

The overall theme of the clippings is the announcement and promotion of art lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the work of notable artists and scholars in the field of art history.

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This image shows a single sheet of aged, off-white paper, likely from a scrapbook or archive, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings from late October 1930. The clippings focus on art lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, primarily centered around Professor Arthur Mayger Hind and the work of Rembrandt.

The clippings are from several Boston-area newspapers, with dates ranging from October 24 to October 29, 1930. The paper has three evenly spaced punch holes along its left edge, indicating it was stored in a binder.

The key articles and announcements on the page are:

  1. "LECTURES ON ART" (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930): This article announces a series of eight lectures on the appreciation of art, presented by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard. The lectures, by Henry L. Seaver, will be held at the Fogg Art Museum on Monday evenings and will cover various art styles (classic, romantic, realistic, etc.).

  2. "REMBRANDT ETCHINGS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM" (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930): This piece describes an exhibition of Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg, noting it is of special interest due to a concurrent series of lectures on Rembrandt by Professor Arthur M. Hind. The article details Rembrandt’s technique and highlights his versatility as an artist.

  3. "Lithographs by Whistler" (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930): This section mentions an exhibition of 18 lithographs by James McNeill Whistler, held at the Knoedler print gallery in New York. It includes reviews of specific prints, describing them as "delightful" and "exquisitely delicate."

  4. "Water Color Drawings" (Boston Post, Oct. 26, 1930): This brief note announces watercolor drawings by Arthur L. Esser being shown at the Lamson and Hubbard Gallery. It praises his technique, though noting his work is sometimes "happily feeling for light and color".

  5. "Crimson Oct. 29" (likely The Harvard Crimson, Oct. 29, 1930): This is a major announcement titled "HIND WILL DELIVER TWELVE ART TALKS". It states that Professor Arthur M. Hind, the new Norton Lecturer, will deliver twelve special lectures on art in addition to his regular eight Norton Lectures. These additional talks will focus on Italian engravings and will take place on Thursday evenings, beginning November 13. The article details the full schedule, listing topics such as "Figliguerra and the Beginnings of Engraving in Florence," "Florence Engravings," "Mantegna and North Italian Engraving," and "Chiaroscuro Woodcut."

  6. "Caxette Oct. 24, 1930" (likely The Harvard Crimson's "Caxette" section): This clipping is titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures". It introduces Professor Arthur Mayger Hind as the fourth holder of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry. It details his background and announces his main series of eight lectures on Rembrandt at the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday evenings, beginning November 12. A detailed schedule is provided, covering topics from "Introductory" and "Rembrandt's School" in November to "Portraits," "Landscapes," and "Conclusion" in February.

  7. "Transcript Oct. 29" (The Daily Transcript): A small box notes that the Fogg Art Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with special exhibitions including objects from the American School of Oriental Research and etchings by Rembrandt and William Blake through November 25.

Overall, the page serves as a historical document documenting the vibrant art lecture scene at Harvard in 1930, highlighting the prestigious appointment of Professor Hind and the public's interest in Rembrandt and other masters. The focus is squarely on the educational programming, with a comprehensive breakdown of the lecture schedules.

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The image is a newspaper clipping featuring two articles from the Boston Post dated October 26, 1930. The first article is titled "Lectures on Art" and announces a series of lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind, who is described as the former Slade Professor of Fine Art at Oxford University and the Assistant Keeper of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum. The lectures are scheduled to begin on November 13 and will cover a range of topics from early Italian engravings and woodcuts to northern and southern influence in Europe, and will conclude with a lecture on the School of the World. The lectures will be held at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The second article is titled "Crimson" and discusses the upcoming series of twelve art talks by Professor Arthur M. Hind, in addition to his regular series of Norton lectures. The article provides details about the topics and dates of the lectures, which will focus on early Italian engravings, woodcuts, and master drawings, as well as northern and southern influence in Europe. The article also mentions an additional lecture on Old Master drawings and a series of lectures on seventeenth-century Italian art.

The image also includes a transcript of an article from the Crimson, which provides further details about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions and special events during the period, including a special exhibition of Rembrandt etchings and a loan exhibition of works by William Blake.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with various articles about art lectures and exhibitions. The clipping is from the Boston Post and Crimson, dated October 26, 1930.

The first article, titled "Lectures on Art," announces a series of lectures given by Professor Arthur M. Hind, Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of Prints at the British Museum. The lectures, part of the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, will begin on November 13 and cover topics such as early Italian engravings, Florentine engravings, and seventeenth-century art. The lectures will be held at the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock.

The second article, titled "Rembrandt Etchings at Fogg Art Museum," discusses an exhibition of Rembrandt's etchings at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition, curated by Professor Joseph C. Thompson, includes 30 etchings and lithographs by Rembrandt, showcasing his mastery of the medium and his ability to convey various subjects and emotions.

The third article, titled "Lithographs by Whistler," mentions an exhibition of lithographs by James McNeill Whistler at the Print Club. The exhibition features 30 lithographs by Whistler, highlighting his innovative use of color and his ability to capture light and atmosphere.

The fourth article, titled "Water Color Drawings," announces an exhibition of water color drawings by Arthur B. Davies at the Little Nude Model Reading Room. The exhibition showcases Davies's use of color and his ability to convey mood and atmosphere through his drawings.

Overall, the newspaper clipping provides information about various art exhibitions and lectures happening in Boston during the fall of 1930, featuring renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Whistler, and Davies, as well as lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind on early Italian engravings and seventeenth-century art.

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The image shows a scanned page from a newspaper or publication dated October 26, 1930, featuring several articles and announcements related to art lectures and exhibitions. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

The page is divided into multiple sections, with text arranged in columns. The top of the page prominently displays the Boston Post logo and the date Oct. 26, 1930. The page also includes a smaller header for Crimson with the date Oct. 29, suggesting it may be a compilation or excerpt from multiple sources.


Main Articles and Announcements:

1. Lectures on Art

  • Title: "LECTURES ON ART"
    • Details:
      • A series of eight lectures on art is announced, to be given at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, MA.
      • The lectures will be held on Monday evenings, starting October 27, and will cover topics such as painting, sculpture, architecture, drawing, printmaking, and more.
      • The lectures are part of the University Extension Division of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
      • The cost is $2.00 per lecture or $15.00 for the entire series.
      • The lectures will be open to the public, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

2. Rembrandt Etchings at Fogg Art Museum

  • Title: "REMBRANDT ETCHINGS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Details:
      • An exhibition of Rembrandt etchings is currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The exhibition features a selection of Rembrandt's works, including some of his most famous etchings.
      • The article highlights Rembrandt's importance as an artist and mentions his influence on later artists.
      • The exhibition includes examples of Rembrandt's versatility, showcasing his work across various subjects and styles.
      • The article notes that the exhibition is part of a larger series of lectures on art being held at the museum.

3. Lithographs by Whistler

  • Title: "Lithographs by Whistler"
    • Details:
      • A collection of lithographs by James McNeill Whistler is on exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The exhibition includes 50 lithographs, many of which are reproductions of Whistler's original works.
      • The article describes Whistler's lithographs as delightful and interesting, noting their nuanced rendering and artistic merit.
      • Specific examples mentioned include "The Little Nude Model" and "The Little Town Steps".
      • The exhibition is part of a broader series of lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

4. Water Color Drawings

  • Title: "Water Color Drawings"
    • Details:
      • An exhibition of watercolor drawings by Arthur L. Kaiser is also on display at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The article describes Kaiser's work as sensitive and expressive, with a focus on light and color.
      • The drawings are noted for their poetic quality, with some pieces described as having an almost musical quality.
      • The exhibition is part of the same series of lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

5. Hind Will Deliver Twelve Art Talks

  • Title: "HIND WILL DELIVER TWELVE ART TALKS"
    • Details:
      • Professor Arthur M. Hind will deliver twelve additional lectures on art, in addition to the regular series of Norton Lectures at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • These lectures will begin on November 13 and will cover topics such as early Italian engravings, woodcuts, and seventeenth-century art.
      • The lectures will be held on Thursday evenings at 5 o'clock, starting with a talk titled "Finguerra and the Beginnings of Engraving in Florence."
      • The series will include talks on Florence, Venice, North Italian Engraving, and seventeenth-century art, among other topics.

6. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures

  • Title: "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures"
    • Details:
      • Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, former Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, London, will give a series of eight lectures on Rembrandt.
      • These lectures will be held at the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock.
      • The lectures are part of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry, established in 1898.
      • The schedule includes topics such as:
        • November 12: Introductory
        • November 19: Rembrandt's School
        • November 26: Rembrandt
        • December 3: Rembrandt
        • February 4: Portraits
        • February 11: Landscapes
        • February 25: Conclusion

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes a transcript note at the bottom, dated October 29, indicating that this is a transcription or summary of the original article.
  • The Fogg Art Museum is highlighted as a central venue for these art-related events, emphasizing its role in hosting lectures, exhibitions, and educational programs.
  • The articles collectively promote a rich calendar of art-related activities, including exhibitions, lectures, and educational programs, reflecting a vibrant cultural scene in Boston in 1930.

Visual Elements:

  • The page features typed text with clear headings and subheadings.
  • There are no images or illustrations visible in the scanned portion of the page.
  • The layout is typical of a newspaper or academic publication, with dense columns of text and minimal spacing between articles.

This page provides a snapshot of the art and cultural activities happening in Boston during the early 20th century, showcasing the Fogg Art Museum as a hub for art education and exhibition.

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The main articles advertise a series of art lectures on topics ranging from Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum to lithographs by Whistler and watercolor drawings by Coxeter. It also mentions the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures to be given by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, a Slade Professor at Oxford University and an assistant keeper of prints and drawings at the British Museum.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to art lectures, exhibitions, and events. The clippings are organized neatly, with annotations indicating the source and date of each newspaper. The sources include publications such as the Boston Post, Crimson, Gazette, and Transcript, dated October 26, 25, and 29, 1930.

  1. The top left clipping from the Boston Post dated October 26, 1930, discusses various lectures on art, including events featuring Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum, lithographs by Whistler, and watercolor drawings. It highlights the exhibition of Rembrandt etchings loaned by Frederick Warlock and discusses the versatility in Whistler's etchings.

  2. The top right clipping from Crimson dated October 29, focuses on Professor Arthur M. Hind delivering twelve art talks starting November 13 as part of the Norton Lectures. It mentions his lectures will cover Italian engravings and seventeenth-century art.

  3. The middle section clipping from the Gazette dated October 25, outlines the schedule for The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind at Harvard University, including topics and dates for lectures on Rembrandt, landscapes, and portraits.

  4. The bottom two clippings, one from the Transcript dated October 29 and another from Post dated October 26, discuss special exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The latter mentions the exhibition of engravings by Jean Duvet, William Kirk, and some works from the Renaissance period as well as modern artists.

The page itself is meticulously organized with handwritten notes specifying the dates and sources of each article. Each clipping is focused on promoting various art lectures, exhibitions, and scholarly events at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum in 1930.

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The image is a scrapbook page with multiple old newspaper clippings arranged in a grid. It’s dated around 1930 and is about art lectures by Arthur M. Hind (the Norton Lectures at Harvard). Key features:

  • A bold headline at the top right: “Hind Will Deliver Twelve Art Talks,” with the note that the talks will begin November 13 and will cover topics like Italian engravings and seventeenth‑century art.
  • Other clippings (top left and bottom sections) titled “Lectures on Art,” including topics such as Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum, Lithographs by Whistler, and Water Color Drawings.
  • Small blocks of text with dates (e.g., Oct. 26, 1930; Oct. 28/29) and references to the Norton Lectures at Harvard (Fogg Art Museum).
  • The page has three hole punches along the left edge, indicating it’s part of a bound scrapbook. The overall color is aged cream/brown from the clipping paper.

In short, it’s a historical collage documenting planned art lectures in 1930.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings attached to it. The clippings appear to be from different publications ("Boston Post," "Crimson," "Gazette," and "Post"), dated around October 1930. Each article discusses upcoming art lectures, exhibitions, and events, often centered on Rembrandt, Whistler, watercolor drawings, and the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures. There is also a schedule for a series of art lectures delivered by Professor Arthur Hind at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The page has holes punched for inclusion in a binder or folder, and handwritten notes identify the source and date of each clipping. The articles are arranged neatly on the page and may have been preserved for documentation or reference purposes.