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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794064

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This image appears to be a page from a publication or a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, containing information about various cultural and academic events. Here's a breakdown of the content:

  1. Left Side (Top):

    • A section titled "Architects as Painters" discusses an exhibition by the Boston Architectural Club at which recent paintings by any member of the profession in Boston are on display. The exhibition is open to the public and features works by architects who are students in evening classes. It highlights a prize-winning entry by Charles Hopkinson, a Boston painter, and mentions that watercolor is the favorite medium among the works presented.
    • Below that, there is a section about "Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum." This article talks about a special exhibition of paintings, watercolor drawings, pencil sketches, engravings, and books by William Blake at the Fogg Museum. The text emphasizes Blake's work as an artist and his contributions to art and literature.
  2. Right Side (Top):

    • The header here reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF THE CLASSICS" and mentions an event titled "BIMILLENIUM VERGILIANUM." The event commemorates Virgil's Bimillennium and includes three lectures to be given at the Fogg Museum between October 14th and 17th.
  3. Bottom Left:

    • This section is for the "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY," announcing an exhibition of "OBJECTS FOUND BY THE EXPEDITIONS OF THE AMERICAN SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL RESEARCH AND HARVARD UNIVERSITY, NEAR KIRKUK, IRAQ." The exhibition is scheduled from September 2 to October 31, 1930, and is open to the public.

The page seems to be a mix of announcements and articles, likely from a cultural or academic newsletter or magazine, focusing on art, architecture, and classical studies.

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This image is a scanned page, likely from a document or scrapbook, featuring several clippings and printed notices. The page appears aged, with a light beige or off-white color and some spots, suggesting wear over time. The top of the page has handwritten text reading "Post Oct. 26," indicating a date and possibly a reference to its placement or collection.

Top Left Section:

  • Title: "Architects as Painters"
  • Content: Describes an exhibition at the Boston Architectural Club that includes recent paintings by architects and is open to the public until October 28. It mentions that the show is colorful and vibrant, with sketches by junior members and a jury-awarded prize.
  • Title: "Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum"
  • Content: Announces a special loan exhibition of William Blake's works, including paintings, watercolor drawings, pencil sketches, engravings, and books, at the Fogg Museum until November 23. It highlights Blake's artistic versatility and the comprehensive nature of the exhibition.

Top Right Section:

  • Title: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF THE CLASSICS"
  • Content: Announces a series of lectures titled "Bimillennium Vergilianum" in commemoration of Virgil's bimillennium. The lectures are scheduled for October 14, 15, and 17, at 4:30 P.M. in the large Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum. The topics are "Self Revelation in Virgil," "Virgil and the Epic," and "A Birthday Prophecy for Virgil," presented by Associate Professor W. C. Greene, Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin, and Professor E. K. Rand, respectively.

Bottom Section:

  • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY"
  • Content: Announces an exhibition of objects found by the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq. The exhibition runs from September 2 to October 31, 1930, and is open to the public.

The page is organized with three distinct sections, each providing detailed information about different events and exhibitions. The right section has visible holes, likely from being placed in a binder. The overall layout is clear and informative, with each section clearly separated from the others.

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This image displays a single page of what appears to be a press release, newsletter, or program sheet, likely from Harvard University, dated “Post Oct. 26” in handwritten script at the top.

The page contains three distinct printed notices, each on a separate rectangular piece of light orange or buff-colored paper, mounted or taped to the page. The page has three punched holes along the right edge, indicating it was meant for a binder.

Here’s a description of each notice:


1. Top Left Notice — “Architects as Painters” and “Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum”

This clipping, likely from a newspaper (the header reads “Post Oct. 26”), describes two exhibitions:

  • “Architects as Painters”: An exhibition by the Boston Architectural Club extending its annual summer sketch show to include paintings by any member, open to the public through October 28. Features a “short wall” of sketches by junior members and awards presented by jury chairman Charles Hopkinson.

  • “Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum”: A special loan exhibition of Blake’s paintings, watercolors, drawings, pencil sketches, engravings, and handwritten books. Emphasizes Blake’s visionary nature, spiritual intensity, and skill with watercolor. Notes the exhibition will continue until November 25.

The text is dense, with standard serif newspaper typography and column formatting.


2. Top Right Notice — “BIMILLENNIUM VERGILIANUM”

Issued by Harvard University, Department of the Classics, this is a formal invitation to a lecture series commemorating the 2000th anniversary of Virgil’s birth (“Bimillennium Vergilianum”).

Three lectures will be held during “Virgil’s birthday week” in the large Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum at 4:30 p.m.:

  1. Tuesday, October 14th: “Self Revelation in Virgil” — Associate Professor W. C. Greene
  2. Wednesday, October 15th: “Virgil and the Epic” — Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin
  3. Friday, October 17th: “A Birthday Prophecy for Virgil” — Professor E. K. Rand

The text is formal, centered, and set in a clean serif font.


3. Bottom Center Notice — “FOGG ART MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY”

This announcement is for an Exhibition of Objects Found by the Expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University, near Kirkuk, Iraq.

  • Dates: September 2 to October 31, 1930
  • Access: Open to the public

The text is bold, uppercase, and concise, centered on the notice.


In summary, this is a curated page of cultural and academic announcements from Harvard University and Boston institutions during the autumn of 1930, covering art exhibits and classical lectures related to William Blake and Virgil — all centered on the Fogg Museum. The handwritten date “Post Oct. 26” suggests this page was assembled after that date, likely for archival or reference purposes.

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The image shows a collection of documents, likely from a newspaper or magazine, with a focus on art and exhibitions. The documents are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with each section containing a different article or announcement. The top section features an article titled "Architects as Painters," which discusses the intersection of architecture and painting. Below it is an article about William Blake's works being exhibited at the Fogg Museum. The middle section contains an announcement for a bimillennium celebration at Harvard University, with details about lectures and events. The bottom section features an advertisement for an exhibition of objects found during the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University in Iraq. The documents are printed on paper with a beige color and have a slightly aged appearance, suggesting they may be from an older publication.

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The image appears to be a collage of several pages from a book or document. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The top left corner of the image shows a page with a title "Past Oct. 26" and some text written in black ink. The text seems to be a review or critique of a work of art or architecture.

The top right corner of the image shows a page with the title "Harvard University Department of the Classics" and a heading "Bimillennium Vergilianum." This appears to be an announcement or invitation for a series of lectures in commemoration of the bimillennium (2000th anniversary) of the birth of the Roman poet Virgil. The lectures are scheduled for the birthday week of Virgil in the large Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum on Quincy Street.

The bottom left corner of the image shows a page with the title "Fogg Art Museum - Harvard University Exhibition of Objects Found by the Expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University, Near Kirkuk, Iraq." This appears to be an announcement or invitation for an exhibition of archaeological objects found by the joint expedition of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq. The exhibition is open to the public from September 2 to October 31, 1930.

The bottom right corner of the image shows a page with the title "Harvard University Department of the Classics" and a heading "Bimillennium Vergilianum." This appears to be a continuation of the announcement or invitation for the series of lectures in commemoration of the bimillennium of Virgil's birth.

Overall, the image appears to be a collage of pages from a book or document that includes reviews, announcements, and invitations related to art, architecture, and archaeology, as well as a series of lectures in commemoration of the bimillennium of Virgil's birth.

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The image shows a page from a publication, likely a newsletter or bulletin, dated October 26. The content is divided into several sections, each detailing different events and exhibitions related to art and academia at Harvard University. Here is a breakdown of the visible elements:

Top Section:

  • Architects as Painters:
    This section discusses an exhibition of sketches by members of the Boston Architectural Club. It highlights the club's tradition of limiting its annual exhibition to summer sketches and mentions that this year's exhibition includes recent works by club members. The exhibition is noted for its focus on architectural sketches and is described as a colorful and open event.

  • Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum:
    This section announces an exhibition of William Blake's works, including engravings, drawings, and watercolors, on loan at the Fogg Museum. It emphasizes Blake's unique artistic style and the special nature of the exhibition, which includes a variety of his works.

Right Section:

  • Harvard University Department of the Classics:
    This section announces a Bimillennium Vergilianum, a series of lectures commemorating the 2,000th anniversary of Virgil's birth. The lectures are scheduled for three days in October:
    1. Tuesday, October 14th: "Self-Revelation in Virgil" by Associate Professor W. C. Greene.
    2. Wednesday, October 15th: "Virgil and the Epic" by Assistant Professor L. D. Petersen.
    3. Friday, October 17th: "A Birthday Prophecy for Virgil" by Professor E. K. Rand.
      The lectures will be held in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum on Quincy Street at 4:30 P.M.

Bottom Section:

  • Fogg Art Museum — Harvard University:
    This section announces an exhibition titled "Objects Found by the Expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University, Near Kirkuk, Iraq." The exhibition runs from September 2 to October 31, 1930, and is open to the public.

Design and Layout:

  • The page has a clean, structured layout with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The text is typed, suggesting it is part of an official publication or bulletin.
  • There are no illustrations or photographs visible in the image; the content is purely textual.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger document, as indicated by the "Post Oct. 26" handwritten note at the top left corner.

Overall Context:

The image reflects a snapshot of academic and cultural activities at Harvard University in the early 20th century, focusing on art exhibitions, lectures, and archaeological findings. The content highlights the intersection of art, literature, and archaeology, showcasing the university's engagement with both historical and contemporary artistic and scholarly pursuits.

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This image shows a collection of documents or pages, possibly from a scrapbook or an album. There are four separate pieces of paper, each containing text, and they are attached to a larger, light-colored sheet of paper that seems to be part of a binder, as suggested by the three punched holes on the right edge.

The top-left document appears to be a dated journal entry or a note with the date "Oct. 26" handwritten at the top. This document contains several paragraphs of typewritten text and the words "Architects as Painters" are clearly visible, suggesting this might be a piece discussing the role of architects in the field of painting.

The top-right document features the header "HARVARD UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF THE CLASSICS" and describes an event called "BIMILLENNIUM VERGILIANUM." This event commemorates Virgil's Bimillennium with three lectures listed by titles and names of the presenters. The lectures were scheduled to take place at the Fogg Museum on October 14th, 15th, and 17th, without a given year, offering insight into an academic celebration.

The bottom-left document is titled "Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum" and is likely a description or announcement of an exhibit featuring William Blake's works.

The bottom-center document pertains to the "FOGG ART MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and announces an "EXHIBITION OF OBJECTS FOUND BY THE EXPEDITIONS OF THE AMERICAN SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL RESEARCH AND HARVARD UNIVERSITY, NEAR KIRKUK, IRAQ" that was open to the public from September 2 to October 31, without a given year, but likely around the same period as the other documents.

Each piece of paper seems aged, indicating they might be of historical significance, possibly from mid-20th century or earlier based on the typewritten text and the yellowing of the paper.

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The image shows a document with three sections, each featuring different announcements related to events at Harvard University.

  1. The top left section has a newspaper clipping titled "Architects as Painters" and "Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum." The article mentions the exhibition at the museum and the importance of William Blake's work, including his paintings and their distinctive coloring technique.

  2. The top right section provides details about the "Bimillennium Vergilianum," a lecture series commemorating Virgil's bimillennium. It lists dates, speakers, and topics:

    • Tuesday, October 14th: "Self Revelation in Virgil" by Associate Professor W. C. Greene.
    • Wednesday, October 15th: "Virgil and the Epic" by Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin.
    • Friday, October 17th: "A Birthday Prophecy for Virgil" by Professor E. K. Rand.
  3. The bottom section announces an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The exhibition features objects found by the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq, running from September 2 to October 31, 1930. The exhibit is open to the public.

The document appears to include holes punched on the right side, suggesting it is part of a collection or archival binder.

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A vintage scrapbook page with three clipped items arranged on a white background.

  • Top left: A small newspaper-style clipping with headlines like “Architects as Painters” and “Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum.” The clipping is tan/brown with dense text.
  • Top right: A printed invitation from Harvard University, Department of the Classics, for a event titled “Bimillennium Vergilianum.” It lists three talks:
    1. Self Revelation in Virgil (W. C. Greene)
    2. Virgil and the Epic (L. D. Peterkin)
    3. A Birthday Prophecy for Virgil (E. K. Rand)
  • Bottom left: A larger peach-colored card from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University announcing an exhibition of objects found by expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq, dated September 2 to October 31, 1930 (open to the public).

The page shows binder holes on the right side and a handwritten note along the top margin that says “Post Oct. 26.” The overall look is that of an archival scrapbook page documenting mid-20th-century arts and humanities events.

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This image is a scanned document featuring three distinct sections of text on a paper background, possibly sourced from clippings or flyers.

  1. Top-Left Section (Clipping):

    • This contains two articles titled:
      • "Architects as Painters" which discusses architects exploring painting.
      • "Works of William Blake on Loan at Fogg Museum" which highlights artwork of William Blake on display.
    • The text appears as closely printed paragraphs, formatted like a newspaper column in orange-tinted paper.
  2. Top-Right Section (Event Announcement):

    • A cream-colored flyer from Harvard University Department of the Classics announces the "Bimillennium Vergilianum."
    • It lists three lectures in honor of the poet Virgil during a "birthday week":
      1. "Self Revelation in Virgil" by W.C. Greene
      2. "Virgil and the Epic" by L.D. Peterkin
      3. "A Birthday Prophecy for Virgil" by E.K. Rand
    • The location is specified as the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.
  3. Bottom Section (Exhibit Notice):

    • A clipping in beige paper details an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
    • Title: "Objects Found by the Expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University Near Kirkuk, Iraq."
    • The exhibit date spans from September 2 to October 31, 1930 and is open to the public.

The entire document has punch holes on the side, suggesting it was part of a binder or portfolio. The handwritten note "Post Oct. 26" is written at the top.