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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The image presents a scanned newspaper page from the Boston Post, dated October 26, 1930. The page is divided into three columns, with the left column featuring a section titled "LECTURES ON ART" and another titled "REMBRANDT ETCHINGS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM". The middle column contains a section titled "Lithographs by Whistler", while the right column features a section titled "HIND WILL DELIVER TWELVE ART TALKS".

Key Features:

• Date: October 26, 1930
• Newspaper: Boston Post
• Columns: Three columns
• Sections:
  • "LECTURES ON ART"
  • "REMBRANDT ETCHINGS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM"
  • "Lithographs by Whistler"
  • "HIND WILL DELIVER TWELVE ART TALKS"

Visual Description:

• The page has a light-brown color with black text.
• The text is arranged in three columns, with the left column featuring a section on lectures on art and another on Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum.
• The middle column contains a section on lithographs by Whistler.
• The right column features a section on Hind delivering twelve art talks.

Overall:

• The image provides a glimpse into the art scene in Boston in 1930, highlighting various lectures and exhibitions taking place at the Fogg Art Museum.
• The page is well-organized, with clear headings and concise descriptions of each section.

The image presents a page of newspaper clippings, carefully arranged and dated. The clippings are primarily related to art lectures and exhibitions, with some featuring specific dates and times for events. Notably, one clipping mentions the Fogg Art Museum, while another references the Boston Post.

The clippings are organized in a way that suggests they were collected for research or reference purposes. The page itself appears to be a piece of paper with holes punched along one edge, indicating that it may have been part of a binder or folder at some point.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the world of art and culture during a particular time period, highlighting the importance of lectures and exhibitions as a means of sharing knowledge and promoting artistic expression.

The image presents a scanned document featuring newspaper clippings related to art lectures and exhibitions.

The document is a cream-colored sheet of paper, likely from a binder or folder, as indicated by the presence of three holes punched along its left edge. The top of the page displays handwritten text in black ink, reading "Boston Post Oct. 26, 1930" on the left and "Crimson Oct 29" on the right.

The document contains six newspaper clippings, arranged in two columns of three, with the exception of the bottom clippings, which are positioned side by side. The clippings are from various sources, including the Boston Post, Crimson, and Gazette, and are dated between October 26 and October 29, 1930.

The clippings advertise a series of lectures on art, including topics such as Rembrandt etchings, Italian engravings, and watercolor drawings. The lectures are scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and are presented by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, a former Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum.

The overall appearance of the document suggests that it was compiled by someone interested in attending the lectures or exhibitions advertised in the clippings. The handwritten notes and dates at the top of the page may indicate that the compiler was tracking the events or verifying the information.

The image shows a scanned or photocopied page of newspaper clippings, likely from the early 20th century. The page is off-white and has three holes punched along the left side.

Newspaper Clippings:

• The top-left clipping is from the "Boston Post" dated October 26, 1930, with articles titled "LECTURES ON ART," "REMBRANDT ETCHINGS AT FOGG ART MUSEUM," "Lithographs by Whistler," and "Water Color Drawings."
• The bottom-left clipping is from the "Gazette" dated October 27, 1930, with an article titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures."
• The top-right clipping is from the "Crimson" dated October 29, with an article titled "HIND WILL DELIVER TWELVE ART TALKS."
• The bottom-right clipping is from the "Post" dated October 26, but the text is too small to read.

Handwritten Notes:

• The handwritten notes at the top of the page read "Boston Post Oct. 26, 1930" and "Crimson Oct 29."
• A handwritten note at the bottom of the page reads "Transcript Oct 29."

Background:

• The background of the image is light gray.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to art lectures and exhibitions at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum in 1930.