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This image appears to be a collection of documents related to Harvard University, specifically focusing on the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry. The documents include:
A section from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin (November 20, 1930): This part provides information about the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry, established in 1925 at Harvard University. It mentions that the professorship was founded as a gift of Chauncey Stillman, Class of 1898, and details about the fourth incumbent, Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, London.
A calendar listing events: This includes a schedule of lectures and activities for the week of November 21–30, 1930. The events listed are related to Harvard University and involve professors addressing topics such as "Virgil's Creative Art," "Gandhi as a Prophet of the New Era," and "Religion and Social Change."
A notice about lectures at Boston Museum: This announces two lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind, Charles Eliot Norton lecturer at Harvard, scheduled for December 2 at 3 o'clock and December 4 at 2:30 o'clock. The lectures are on "Engraving and Etching" and "Mexican Art and Its Origins," respectively.
A notice about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: This document pertains to a series of lectures on the topic "Rembrandt" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, scheduled for February 11, 18, and 25 at 8 p.m. It also mentions that there will be no lectures on December 10 and February 4.
The documents are aged, as evidenced by the color and condition of the paper, suggesting they are historical documents from the early 20th century.
The image depicts a collection of historical documents related to the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry at Harvard University. The documents are dated from the 1930s and include the following:
Top Document: This is a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated November 20, 1930. It contains a calendar of events for the week of November 21 to November 30, 1930. The events listed include lectures, football games, and chapel services. For example:
Middle Document: This document provides information about the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry. It states that the professorship was established in 1925 by Chauncey Stillman, a member of the Class of 1898. The purpose of the professorship is to allow Harvard University to invite distinguished individuals from various fields of poetry, music, and the fine arts, including architecture, for yearly appointments. Professor Arthur Mayger Hind, of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, London, is mentioned as the fourth incumbent of this professorship.
Bottom Document: This document announces the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures on "Rembrandt" by Professor Arthur M. Hind. The lectures are scheduled for February 11, 18, and 25 at 8 P.M. and are open to the public. It also notes that there will be no lectures on December 10 and February 4.
The documents are presented on aged, yellowed paper, indicating their historical nature.
This image displays three separate pages of printed material, likely from a historical university publication, laid out on a plain light gray surface. The items appear aged, with cream-colored or off-white paper showing some yellowing and slight staining, characteristic of early 20th-century documents.
The pages consist of a folded program or newsletter and a loose flyer.
1. Top Right Page – “Harvard Alumni Bulletin, Nov. 20, 1930”
This is a page from a publication titled “Harvard Alumni Bulletin,” dated “Nov. 20, 1930.” It features a section labeled “CALENDAR” listing events for the week of November 21–23, 1930.
Below the calendar is a section titled “Transcript Nov 26”, which announces “Two Lectures at Boston Museum” by Professor Arthur M. Hind on engraving and Rembrandt, scheduled for December 2 and 4, with a note about accompanying slides.
2. Left Page – “THE CHARLES ELIOT NORTON PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY”
This appears to be the inside left page of a fold-out program. It is titled “THE CHARLES ELIOT NORTON PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY” and provides a brief history:
3. Bottom Page – “NEW LECTURE HALL — HARVARD UNIVERSITY”
This is a standalone flyer or announcement card, likely the cover or front panel of the program. It is printed on cream-colored paper with a darker beige rectangular block for the text.
It announces:
Overall Context:
These documents relate to a series of public lectures delivered by Professor Arthur M. Hind at Harvard University in the 1930–1931 academic year, under the auspices of the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry. Although the professorship name includes “Poetry,” it traditionally invited distinguished scholars from various arts fields. Hind, an expert on prints, lectured on Rembrandt, linking his expertise in printmaking to the broader theme of fine art.
The materials were likely distributed to students, faculty, and the general public to announce and promote the lecture series.
The small hole punched near the bottom left edge of the lower flyer suggests these pages may have been part of a bound booklet or folder.
In summary: This image shows archival materials from Harvard University documenting the 1930–31 Charles Eliot Norton Lectures on “Rembrandt” by Professor Arthur M. Hind, including historical context, lecture schedules, and public announcements from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin.
The image features a document with multiple sections, each containing text in a cursive font. The document appears to be a bulletin or announcement, likely from a university or academic institution. The first section, titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry," provides historical context and details about the professorship, including its establishment in 1925 and the appointment of Professor Arthur M. Hind as the fourth incumbent. The document also includes a calendar section with scheduled lectures and events, such as lectures by Professor A. M. Hind and Professor H. F. Ward, as well as football and soccer matches. Additionally, there is a section titled "Two Lectures at Boston Museum," which announces lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind on specific dates. The document has a formal and academic tone, with a mix of historical information, event schedules, and lecture announcements.
The image shows a piece of paper that has been folded in half. It is probably a bulletin or a leaflet. The paper is beige and has a few creases on it. The bulletin is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin Calendar." The bulletin has a schedule of events for the month of November 1930. The bulletin also has a section titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry." The bulletin has a section titled "New Lecture Hall - Harvard University."
The image shows a historical document, likely from a university bulletin or calendar, detailing academic events and lectures. The document is divided into two main sections:
The document serves as an informational bulletin for Harvard University, detailing academic appointments, upcoming lectures, and public events. It highlights the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry and the associated lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind on Rembrandt, emphasizing the university's commitment to hosting distinguished scholars and providing educational opportunities for the public. The layout is formal and structured, typical of university publications from the early 20th century.
This image shows various pieces of paper with printed text, laid out in a way that suggests they are part of a collection or archive. In the center, there is an open booklet or pamphlet with a left page that is blank and a right page that discusses "THE CHARLES ELIOT NORTON PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY." It gives a brief history of the professorship, established at Harvard University in 1925 through a gift from Charles Chaillé-Long, Class of 1869.
To the right of the pamphlet, there is an excerpt from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated Dec. 19, 1930, which includes a list of upcoming lectures and events held at various colleges. Some of these lectures list topics and the names of lecturers, and indicate that they are open to the public.
At the bottom left, there's another smaller piece of paper with an announcement for "NEW LECTURE HALL—HARVARD UNIVERSITY THE CHARLES ELIOT NORTON LECTURES 'REMBRANDT' BY PROFESSOR ARTHUR M. HIND." It states that there will be no lectures on Dec. 10 and Feb. 4, and provides a schedule for the lectures that Professor Hind will give on February 11, 18, 25 at 8 P.M., noting they're open to the public.
The clipping titled "Transcript No. 36" briefly mentions two lectures at the Norton Lectures on "Poetic Presentation in Modern Painters" and "The Element of the Visionary in English Poetry," though the complete context is not visible.
The items are positioned on a flat surface and there appears to be a shadow indicating that the image was taken in good lighting. There seems to be a slight aging effect or discoloration on the papers, perhaps suggesting historical significance or the passing of time since they were printed.
The image shows a collection of documents related to the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry at Harvard University. The primary document in the center details the establishment of the professorship in 1925, gifted by Mr. Chauncey Stillman, a Harvard alumnus of the class of 1898. It mentions that the professorship was created to bring distinguished individuals in various fields, such as poetry, music, and fine arts, to the university.
Attached to the main document are smaller excerpts. One is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated November 26, 1930, which includes a calendar of events. The other excerpt seems to be a newspaper clipping from the Transcript dated November 26. Both snippets mention lectures scheduled for the Charles Eliot Norton Professorship.
Additionally, there is a notice about a lecture series titled "Rembrandt" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, stating the dates and times for the lectures and highlighting that they are open to the public.
The image shows an open, light-colored book or scrapbook laid flat on a neutral surface. The left page is mostly blank, while the right page contains a formal typed title: “THE CHARLES ELIOT NORTON PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY,” with a short paragraph about the professorship. Along the far right edge are several small yellowed newspaper clippings or notices tucked into the page. Beneath the open spread is another sheet with a brownish clipping titled “NEW LECTURE HALL—HARVARD UNIVERSITY THE CHARLES ELIOT NORTON LECTURES ‘REMBRANDT’ by PROFESSOR ARTHUR M. HIND,” and additional details about lecture dates. The pages show signs of aging, and there are small binder holes along the left margin.
The image contains a collection of documents, likely part of a booklet or pamphlet, laid out open on a light-colored surface. It appears to present text related to the "Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry," an academic appointment at Harvard University. The materials include printed text discussing the origin and purpose of the professorship as well as notices and schedules for associated lectures.
Key elements in the image include:
The overall aesthetic is archival and historical, with varied tones of off-white and beige paper reflecting aging or use. There is also a slight curl or shadow on the paper edges, likely hinting at wear over time.