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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794071

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This image appears to be a scanned page from a publication, likely a college or university newsletter or bulletin, dated November 14, 1930. The page contains a mix of articles, announcements, and a calendar for events. Here's a detailed description of the content:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A section titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures" discusses Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, a visiting professor at Harvard from Oxford University. It outlines the schedule of lectures on Rembrandt being held at the Fogg Art Museum from November 12 to December 10.
  2. Top Middle Left:

    • A note about the first lecture of the series, titled "Fini guerra and the Beginnings of Engraving in Florence," scheduled for November 13 at 5 o'clock in the large lecture room of the Fogg Museum.
  3. Top Middle Right:

    • An announcement about Professor Hind encoreing his first Norton Lecture on Monday, November 14, at 5 o'clock in the large lecture hall of the Fogg Museum.
  4. Top Right:

    • The text mentions "Official Notices" and includes schedules for various classes and meetings, such as English A-1, Fine Arts Students, and French 17.
  5. Bottom Left:

    • Another section mentions the Fogg Art Museum and an exhibition of Rembrandt Etchings, with a special loan exhibition of the works of William Blake.
  6. Bottom Right:

    • A "Harvard Calendar" lists various events for the week, including lectures, sports matches, and religious services.

The page is marked with handwritten annotations, such as "Crimson Nov.14" and "Gazette Nov.8," which seem to be labels or identifiers for different sections or versions of the document. The overall appearance suggests that this is a historical document, possibly from a student-run publication or a university bulletin.

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This image is a scanned page containing a collection of clippings from various newspapers and publications, all dated around November 1930. The clippings are related to lectures and events at Harvard University, particularly focusing on Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for the academic year 1930-31.

Here are the main sections and details:

  1. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures:

    • Professor Arthur Mayger Hind will give a series of eight lectures on Rembrandt at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lectures are scheduled for Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock, starting from November 12.
    • The topics for the first half-year include:
      • Nov. 12: Introductory
      • Nov. 19: Rembrandt's School
      • Dec. 3 & Dec. 10: Histories
      • Feb. 4: Portraits
      • Feb. 11: Portraits
      • Feb. 18: Landscapes
      • Feb. 25: Conclusion
  2. Additional Lectures by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind:

    • Under the auspices of the Division of the Fine Arts, Professor Hind will give lectures on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts."
    • Topics include:
      • Nov. 13: "Finiguerra and the Beginnings of Engraving in Florence."
      • Nov. 20: "Florentine Engraving."
      • Nov. 25: "Mantegna and North Italian Engraving."
      • Dec. 4: "Book Illustration."
      • Dec. 11: "Chiaroscuro Woodcut."
    • On December 16, Professor Hind will give a lecture on "Old Master Drawings."
  3. Hind Will Encore His First Norton Lecture on Monday:

    • The first Norton Lecture given by Professor A. M. Hind will be repeated on November 17 at 5 o'clock in the large lecture hall of the Fogg Museum of Art.
    • On November 19, Hind will give his second Norton Lecture, "Rembrandt's School."
  4. Official Notices:

    • English A-1 Section 24: Meet at Warren House 25 at 10 o'clock on Thursday, November 20.
    • Fine Arts Students: Professor Hind will meet students in consultation in his room on the third floor of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • French 17: Meet today.
    • History 1: Notices of all changes.
  5. Norton Lectures Changed to the New Lecture Hall:

    • Due to high demand, the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures will be held in the New Lecture Hall on Oxford Street, Cambridge, starting from the second lecture on November 19.
  6. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition of Rembrandt Etchings.
    • Special Loan Exhibition of the works of William Blake.
  7. Harvard Calendar:

    • A detailed schedule of events for the week, including lectures, sports events, and religious services.

The page also includes handwritten notes, such as "Gazette Nov. 8," "Crimson Nov. 14," and "Trans. Nov. 14," indicating the sources and dates of the clippings.

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This image displays a single, aged sheet of paper, likely a page from a university newsletter or bulletin, featuring multiple newspaper-style articles and announcements from Harvard University dated November 1930. The paper is slightly yellowed and shows signs of wear, including three punched holes along the left margin, suggesting it was once filed in a binder.

The content is organized into several distinct columns and sections, each with its own masthead or heading. The articles primarily concern lectures, exhibitions, and campus events, with a strong focus on art history and the activities of Professor Arthur Mayger Hind.


Main Topics and Sections:

  1. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures (Gazette, Nov. 8, 1930 & Nov. 13, 1930):

    • Announces that Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, a former Slade Professor at Oxford and Assistant Keeper at the British Museum, is the new holder of the prestigious Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry at Harvard.
    • Details a series of eight lectures he will give on the artist Rembrandt, scheduled for Wednesday evenings at 8:00 PM in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum. The series runs from November 12 to December 10, 1930, with a break for the holidays, and then resumes from February 4 to February 25, 1931. Topics include "Introductory," "Rembrandt’s School," "Histories," "Portraits," "Landscapes," and "Conclusion."
    • A subsequent note dated Nov. 13 clarifies that the first lecture of this series will be on "Finiguerra and the Beginning of Engraving in Florence."
  2. Additional Lectures by Professor Hind (Gazette, Nov. 8, 1930):

    • Announces a separate series of lectures under the Division of Fine Arts on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts," scheduled for Tuesday afternoons at 5:00 PM in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum from November 18 to December 11, 1930. Topics include "Finiguerra," "Florentine Engraving," "Mantegna and North Italian Engraving," "Book Illustration," and "Chiaroscuro Woodcut."
    • Also notes a special Tuesday lecture on "Old Master Drawings" on December 16.
  3. Crimson, Nov. 14, 1930:

    • A headline "HIND WILL ENCORE HIS FIRST NORTON LECTURE ON MONDAY" announces that due to high demand, Professor Hind’s first Norton Lecture on "Rembrandt’s School" will be repeated on Monday, November 24, at 5:00 PM.
    • Another article titled "Hind to Speak" provides details for his upcoming lecture on "Mantegna and North Italian Engraving" on the afternoon of November 25.
  4. Official Notices & Trans. Nov. 14:

    • Official Notices: Lists notices for various student groups, including "Fine Arts Students" and "History 1," with details on meetings and class changes.
    • Norton Lectures Changed to the New Lecture Hall: Explains that due to the overwhelming attendance at the first lecture, the venue for the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures has been moved from the Old Lecture Hall to the larger New Lecture Hall, effective November 12.
  5. Fogg Art Museum (Gazette, Nov. 13, 1930):

    • Announces a "Special Loan Exhibition of the works of William Blake."
  6. Harvard Calendar (Trans. Nov. 14):

    • A daily calendar listing events for "TODAY" (Nov. 14), "TOMORROW" (Nov. 15), and the following week (Nov. 16-22). Events include concerts (e.g., Stradivari Quartet), lectures (e.g., by Professor Brown, Rev. Ernst P. Titus), and athletic games (e.g., Football: Yale vs. Harvard).

Overall Impression:

This document provides a detailed snapshot of academic life at Harvard in late 1930, highlighting the significance of Professor Hind's appointment and the public interest in his lectures on art history. The format resembles a campus newspaper clipping or a compilation of announcements, serving as an official record of university events and changes for students and faculty. The repeated focus on the Norton Lectures and the venue change underscores their popularity and importance within the university community at that time.

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The image appears to be a page from a university bulletin or newspaper. It contains several sections of text, including announcements, notices, and articles. Here is a breakdown of the different sections:

  1. Crimson News: This section provides updates on the university's activities and events. It mentions that Professor Arthur Mayer Hind, the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, will be giving a series of lectures on Rembrandt.

  2. Official Notices: This section includes announcements and notices from the university administration. It mentions that English A-1 students will meet at Warren House on November 25th for a section meeting.

  3. Crimson How: This section appears to be a continuation of the Crimson News, providing additional information about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures.

  4. Crimson How: This section is likely a continuation of the Crimson How section, providing further details about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures.

  5. Crimson How: This section is another continuation of the Crimson How section, providing more information about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures.

  6. Crimson How: This section is the final continuation of the Crimson How section, providing additional details about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures.

  7. Harvard Calendar: This section provides a calendar of upcoming events and activities at the university. It includes information about lectures, concerts, and other events.

  8. FOG ART MUSEUM: This section provides information about an exhibition of Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum.

In summary, the image appears to be a page from a university bulletin or newspaper that provides updates on university activities, announcements, and a calendar of events. The main focus of the page is the series of Charles Eliot Norton Lectures on Rembrandt, given by Professor Arthur Mayer Hind.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically a section titled "Gazette." The page is dated November 14, 1930, and features several articles and announcements related to Harvard University.

The top of the page has a headline that reads "Crimson Nov. 14," indicating that this is likely a section of the Harvard Crimson, the university's student newspaper. Below this, there are several subheadings and articles:

  1. "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures": This section announces that Professor Arthur Mayer Hind, former Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, will give a series of eight lectures on Rembrandt. The lectures will be held in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 PM. The first lecture, titled "Introduction," will be given by Professor Hind on November 12.

  2. "Hind Will Encore His First Norton Lecture on Monday": This article informs readers that Professor Hind will repeat his first Norton Lecture on November 17 at 5:00 PM in the Fogg Museum of Art. The lecture will be open to the public.

  3. "Official Notices": This section includes various announcements, such as meeting times for different classes, notices about changes in lecture locations, and reminders for students to meet with Professor Hind for consultations.

  4. "Harvard Calendar": This section lists upcoming events at Harvard, including concerts, lectures, and sports events. Notable events include a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet of New York, a lecture by Professor Hind on "Florentine Engraving," and a football game between Yale and Harvard.

  5. "Fogg Art Museum": This section announces an exhibition of Rembrandt etchings and a special loan exhibition of the works of William Blake.

The page is densely packed with information, reflecting the busy academic and social calendar of Harvard University during that time. The layout is typical of a newspaper from the early 20th century, with columns of text and minimal use of images or graphics.

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The image shows a scanned page from a university gazette or newsletter, likely from Harvard University, dated November 1930. The page is divided into several sections, each detailing various academic and cultural events, lectures, and announcements. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Structure

The page is formatted with multiple columns and sections, each labeled with headings and subheadings. The text is typed in a formal, serif font, typical of official university publications from the early 20th century.


Key Sections and Content

1. Gazette, Nov. 8, 1930

  • Title: "Gazette Nov. 8, 1930"
  • Content:
    • Charles Eliot Norton Lectures:
      • Announces the fourth holder of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry, Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, who is the Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, London.
      • Details about the lectures:
        • First Half-Year:
          • November 12: Introductory.
          • November 19: Rembrandt's School.
          • December 3: Histories.
        • Second Half-Year:
          • February 4: Portraits.
          • February 18: Landscapes.
          • February 25: Conclusion.
    • Additional Lectures by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind:
      • A series of Italian Engravings and Woodcuts under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts, Professor of Poetry during the academic year 1930–31.
      • Lectures include:
        • November 13: "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts."
        • November 20: "Fingering and the Beginnings of Engraving in Florence."
        • November 25: "Florentine Engraving."
        • December 4: "Book Illustration."
        • December 11: "Mantenga and North Italian Engraving."
        • December 16: "Chiaroscuro Woodcut."
      • These lectures will be held in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum at 5 p.m. and are open to the public.

2. Crimson, Nov. 14

  • Title: "Crimson Nov. 14"
  • Content:
    • Hind Will Encore His First Norton Lecture on Monday:
      • Announces that Professor Arthur Mayger Hind will repeat his first Norton Lecture on Monday, November 24, at 5 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The lecture will focus on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts."
      • Additional details about the lecture series are provided, including the second lecture scheduled for November 19.
    • English Art: Section 24—Meet at Warren House, November 20:
      • Announces a meeting of English Art students on Thursday, November 20, at 3 p.m. in Warren House.
      • Students are encouraged to prepare to meet in the third floor of the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday, November 26, at 4 p.m., for a visit to the Fogg Art collection.
    • French 17—Meet Today:
      • Announces a meeting of French 17 students today.
    • History 1—Notices of all changes in Trans. Nov. 14:
      • Refers to notices of changes in History 1, likely related to course updates or schedule changes.

3. Crimson, Nov. 25

  • Title: "Crimson Nov. 25"
  • Content:
    • Hind to Speak:
      • Announces that Professor Arthur Mayger Hind will give the third of a series of lectures on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts" on Wednesday, December 3, at 5 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The lecture is part of the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, and the topic will be "Histories."
      • Additional details about the lecture series are provided, including the first two lectures held earlier in the semester.

4. Crimson, Nov. 13

  • Title: "Crimson Nov. 13"
  • Content:
    • Norton Lecture:
      • Announces the first of a series of talks on Art subjects by Professor A. M. Hind, Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The subject for the year 1930–31 is "The Beginning of Engraving in Florence."
      • Lectures will be given every Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, starting November 20, and continuing until the middle of December.
    • Fogg Art Museum:
      • Announces an exhibition of Rembrandt Etchings, with a special loan exhibition of the works of William Blake.

5. Harvard Calendar

  • Title: "Harvard Calendar"
  • Content:
    • Lists various university events and activities for the week, including:
      • Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet of New York:
        • Scheduled for Sunday, November 9, at 8 p.m. in Sanders Theatre.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, November 15, at 2 p.m.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, November 22, at 2 p.m.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, November 29, at 2 p.m.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, December 6, at 2 p.m.
      • A.M. preaching by Rev. Charles H. Brown at the Yale Divinity School:
        • Scheduled for Sunday, November 9, at 11 a.m.
      • Cross Country Intercollegiates at New York:
        • Scheduled for Monday, November 10.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, November 15, at 2 p.m.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, November 22, at 2 p.m.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, November 29, at 2 p.m.
      • Football vs. Harvard at New Haven:
        • Scheduled for Saturday, December 6, at 2 p.m.

Visual Elements

  • The page includes typed text with clear headings and subheadings.
  • There are stamps or markings at the bottom left corner of the page, indicating it may have been part of an official university record or archive.
  • The layout is organized into multiple columns, typical of academic newsletters or gazettes of the era.

Overall Impression

The page serves as an official communication tool for Harvard University, detailing academic lectures, cultural events, and sporting schedules. It highlights the importance of the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures and the Fogg Art Museum's role in hosting these events. The structured format and formal tone reflect the academic and institutional context of the time.

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You've presented an image of an old printed document or a compilation of several documents that appear to be newspaper clippings or notices from a university or similar organization, possibly from the early or mid-20th century.

The document includes several sections with headings such as "Gazette Nov. 9 '30," "Crimson Nov. 9," and "Harvard Calendar." These sections contain announcements and schedules for lectures and events. There is mention of the "Norton Lecture," "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures," and a list of topics that include "Rembrandt's School," "Halsrients," and dates associated with each lecture.

There is also a section about the "FOGG ART MUSEUM," mentioning an "Exhibition of Rembrandt Etchings" and a "Special Loan Exhibition of the works of William Blake."

The "Crimson Nov. 9" section refers to a lecture by Professor Arthur Mayer Hind, who is noted as a former Slade Professor of Fine Arts at Oxford University and an Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum. The topics for his lecture series focus on Rembrandt and Italian engraving, with a lecture on "Mantegna and North Italian Engraving" highlighted.

Another snippet labeled "Crimson Nov. 9" talks about a forthcoming first lecture by a Hind on a specific Monday at the Fogg Art Museum, indicating that this may be related to Harvard University. Another section with the heading "Crimson Nov. 9" outlines room changes for English A1 and A Section 42, emphasizing new locations and times for these classes.

The section "Harvard Calendar" outlines a schedule of events for each day of the week, including concerts, organ recitals, and various lectures on different dates in November, giving a glimpse into academic and cultural life at that time.

Overall, these clippings seem to revolve around academic schedules and cultural events, likely at Harvard University, with a focus on lectures about fine arts and literature.

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The image depicts a page that appears to be a collage or scrapbook of various newspaper clippings related to academic events. The clippings are primarily focused on lectures and exhibitions at Harvard University, specifically involving Professor Arthur Mayger Hind and the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures.

Key elements include:

  1. Announcement of the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, describing the lecture series on Rembrandt by Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, scheduled to be held at the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. A notice about Professor Hind's series of eight lectures open to the public, with detailed dates and topics ranging from introductory remarks to discussions on specific themes like portraits, landscapes, and conclusions regarding Rembrandt's work.
  3. Additional information about further lectures by Professor Hind under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts, including topics like "Fragonard and the Beginnings of Engraving in France" and "Old Master Drawings".
  4. Various clippings announcing specific dates and times for these lectures and other seminars, highlighting their significance and the academic setting.
  5. An exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring Rembrandt etchings and works by William Blake.
  6. A Harvard Calendar section listing upcoming events and activities at Harvard.

The page features handwritten annotations indicating the source and date of the clippings, such as "Crimson Nov. 13", "Gazette Nov. 8", and "Trans. Nov. 14".

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The image shows a scrapbook page filled with small newspaper clippings about Harvard’s Norton Lectures. The page looks old and faded, with yellowed paper and pinkish clipping notes. It includes blocks with headings such as “The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures,” “Hind Will Encore His First Norton Lecture,” and “Norton Lectures Changed to the New Lecture Hall,” plus short notices about the Harvard calendar and events. Handwritten date notes (e.g., “Gazette Nov. 8,” “Crimson Nov. 14”) appear in the margins. The clippings are arranged in columns and there are binder holes along the left edge. There’s also a small notice about an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. Overall, it’s a vintage archival page documenting lectures and campus events.

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This image shows a page from a scrap or notebook, consisting of various newspaper clippings. These clippings advertise lectures, events, and announcements, specifically focusing on a series of lectures by Arthur Mayger Hind, the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry. The lectures discuss topics such as Rembrandt and various art subjects, to be held at Harvard University.

The clippings provide details such as dates, times, and locations (e.g., the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum). There are also notes handwritten in pencil, adding information like dates or publications (e.g., "Gazette Nov. 8, 1930" and "Crimson Nov. 13"). Included on the page is a small calendar with daily schedules, titled "Harvard Calendar."

The image is clean and organized, with neat text and focused on conveying academic and cultural information.