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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings related to an art exhibition. The page contains several newspaper clippings and an invitation card.

  1. Invitation Card (Top Left)

    • The card is an invitation to a loan exhibition of works by William Blake at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
    • The exhibition dates are from October 22 to November 29.
    • The exhibition is open to the public from three to five o'clock.
  2. Newspaper Clipping (Top Right)

    • The headline reads: "BLAKE ART EXHIBIT AT FOGG TO BE CONTINUED."
    • The article mentions that several additions to the collection have been made, and the exhibition has been extended to December 15.
    • It highlights that the Amy Lowell Collection has been lent by Weber.
    • The exhibition includes paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints, and books by William Blake.
    • Notable lenders include Paul Sachs, Mrs. William Emerson, and the library of J. P. Morgan.
  3. Newspaper Clipping (Bottom Left)

    • The headline reads: "AT CAMBRIDGE."
    • The article discusses the exhibition of contemporary art at Harvard University, featuring works by American folk artists and a special section on William Blake.
    • It mentions that the exhibition includes paintings, watercolors, drawings, and engravings by Blake.
    • The article also notes that the exhibition is comprehensive and includes rare items such as autograph letters and books designed by Blake.
  4. Newspaper Clipping (Bottom Center)

    • The headline reads: "Exhibition of the Works of William Blake."
    • The article provides details about the loan exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • It mentions that the exhibition includes a variety of media such as paintings, watercolors, drawings, pencil sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books.
    • The exhibition aims to illustrate Blake's career and includes many of his best works.
  5. Handwritten Notes (Center)

    • There are handwritten notes in the center of the page, which appear to be references to articles or sources.
    • The notes mention "Gazette October 18 1930" and "World of Art October 26 1930."

Overall, the page is a compilation of information and announcements related to an exhibition of William Blake's works at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, in the fall of 1930.

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The image contains an announcement and an article about an exhibition of works by the artist William Blake at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Announcement:

Title: Loan Exhibition of Works of William Blake

  • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University
  • Duration: October 22 to November 23
  • Details: The exhibition is open to the public and includes various works by William Blake such as paintings, watercolors, engravings, autograph letters, and books. The exhibition aims to showcase Blake's diverse talents comprehensively.
  • Invitation: The public is cordially invited to attend the exhibition from three days after the date of the notice.

Article Excerpts from Harvard Crimson and Gazette:

From Harvard Crimson (dated October 18, 1930):

  • Exhibition Details:
    • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting a special loan exhibition of William Blake's works.
    • It features many of his best works across different media, illustrating his entire career.
    • The exhibition includes watercolors, engravings, and other forms of art.

From Gazette (dated October 18, 1930):

  • Art at Cambridge:
    • The article mentions several art-related events happening at Harvard.
    • The Fogg Museum's exhibition of William Blake's work is highlighted as a significant event.
    • It mentions that the works were loaned from various collectors and institutions, including Mrs. William James, Lessing Rosenwald, and Owen D. Young.

Additional Notes:

  • Additions to the Collection:

    • The exhibition has been extended until December 15 due to several important additions.
    • Notable additions include prints lent by Philip Hofer and works from the collection of Mrs. Ralph Izard.
    • Other contributors include Paul Hyde Bonner, Lessing J. Rosenwald, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
  • Important Works on Display:

    • Some of the notable works include "The Angel Binding the Dragon," "Pestilence: The Death of the First Born," and prints from "The Book of Thel" and "Visions of the Daughters of Albion."

The exhibition is considered one of the most significant collections of William Blake's work, featuring a wide range of his artistic output and providing an in-depth look at his varied techniques and themes.

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The image contains three newspaper clippings related to an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, featuring the works of William Blake.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: Loan Exhibition of Works of William Blake
    • Dates: October 22 - November 23
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University
    • Description: This clipping invites the public to the loan exhibition of William Blake's works, which includes paintings, watercolor drawings, pen and ink drawings, engravings, autograph letters, and books. The exhibition is described as comprehensive, illustrating Blake's career as an artist.
  2. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: Exhibition of the Works of William Blake
    • Date: Gazette, October 18, 1930
    • Description: This clipping provides details on the exhibition, stating that it includes a wide range of Blake's works, such as watercolors, drawings, engravings, and books. It highlights the importance of Blake's contributions to different media and his career as an artist. The exhibition is curated to show Blake's development and versatility.
  3. Right Clipping:

    • Title: Blake Art Exhibit at Fogg to be Continued
    • Date: Gazette, October 26, 1930
    • Description: This clipping announces that the Blake art exhibit will continue past its initial closing date of December 15. The extension is due to several important additions to the collection, including loans from various institutions and private collectors such as Paul H. Jordan, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and the Widener Library. The exhibit is noted for its significance and the variety of Blake's works, including both colored and uncolored prints, and manuscripts like the Book of Thel and Visions of the Daughters of Albion.

The clippings collectively highlight the comprehensive nature of the exhibition, its historical significance, and the range of works on display, including rare and notable pieces from various collections.

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The image shows a collage of various documents related to an exhibition of the works of William Blake held at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, in the fall of 1930.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A notice from the Fogg Art Museum announcing a loan exhibition of works by William Blake from October 22 to November 23. The exhibition was open to the public and invited attendees to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.
  2. Center Left:

    • A detailed announcement for the exhibition titled "Exhibition of the Works of William Blake." It mentions that the exhibition includes paintings, watercolor drawings, pen and ink sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books written, designed, printed, and colored by Blake. The exhibition is described as comprehensive and covers various media and periods of Blake's career.
  3. Bottom Left:

    • A newspaper clipping from the Gazette dated October 18, 1930, titled "At Cambridge." It discusses the opening of the Blake exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the significance of Blake's work and its variety. It mentions that the exhibition includes several important works and prints, including some rare items.
  4. Top Right Corner:

    • A notice about the continuation of the Blake art exhibit at the Fogg Museum, noting that several additions have been made to the collection up until December 15, 1930. It mentions that the Amy Lowell Collection was lent by Widener.
  5. Center Right:

    • An article from the Gazette dated October 28, 1930, titled "World of Art." It discusses the Blake exhibition, emphasizing the breadth of the works on display, including etchings, drawings, and prints. It notes that the exhibition includes important works from the Amy Lowell Collection and other collections such as those from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Widener Library, and the Morgan Library.

Overall, the collage provides a comprehensive overview of the Blake exhibition, detailing its contents, significance, and the various contributions from different collections.

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The image shows a collection of documents related to an exhibition of William Blake's works at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • A notice for a loan exhibition of works by William Blake, scheduled from October 22 to November 23.
    • The invitation states that the exhibition is open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to be present for the opening on October 22 from three to five o'clock.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • Headline: "Blake Art Exhibit at Fogg to be Continued."
    • It mentions that several additions to the collection have been made by December 15, which is the closing date.
    • The Amy Lowell Collection is noted as being lent by Widener.
  3. Main Text (Center and Left):

    • An article titled "Exhibition of the Works of William Blake," detailing the exhibition’s scope and the various media used by Blake, including paintings, watercolor drawings, pen and ink sketches, engravings, autograph letters, books written, designed, printed, and colored by Blake himself.
    • The exhibition highlights his entire artistic career.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • Another notice from the "Gazette," dated October 18, 1930, discussing the exhibition at Cambridge. It describes the exhibition as an important show of Blake's work, emphasizing his unique approach and the significance of his watercolors, etchings, and engravings.
  5. Additional Details:

    • The exhibition includes works from various prominent lenders such as Paul H. Hodge, Jr., the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and the Widener Library.
    • It mentions a specific piece, "The Angel Blinds the Dragon," which is part of the Amy Lowell Collection.

The document overall conveys the significance and breadth of the Blake exhibition, highlighting the artistic legacy and the extensive contributions of William Blake to the art world.

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The image displays a collection of documents related to an exhibition of works by William Blake at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The key details include:

  1. Exhibition Announcement:

    • Title: Loan Exhibition of Works of William Blake
    • Dates: October 22 – November 23
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University
    • The exhibition is open to the public, with an invitation to be present on the opening day from three until five o'clock.
  2. Newspaper Clipping:

    • Title: BLAKE ART EXHIBIT AT FOGG TO BE CONTINUED
    • Content: The exhibition, initially scheduled to end on November 1, has been extended to December 15 due to several important additions to the collection. Notable lenders include the Amy Lowell Collection, the Fogg Museum, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Harvard Theatre Collection, and several private lenders.
  3. Additional Clipping:

    • Title: Exhibition of the Works of William Blake
    • Content: Describes the exhibition as comprehensive, including paintings, drawings, engravings, and books by William Blake. It aims to illustrate his entire career and is noted as one of the most important shows of the season.
  4. Handwritten Note:

    • Mentions the "Gazette October 18 1930" and "World of Art October 26 1930," possibly indicating related articles or publications about the exhibition.

The documents collectively highlight the significance and scope of the William Blake exhibition, its extension due to additional important works, and its critical reception.

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The image shows a display of various newspaper clippings and a printed invitation card related to an exhibition of the works of William Blake at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The main items in the image include:

  1. A large printed card centrally located that reads:

    • "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY
      LOAN EXHIBITION OF
      WORKS OF WILLIAM BLAKE
      OCTOBER 22 — NOVEMBER 23
      OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
      YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO BE PRESENT ON THE OPENING DAY FROM THREE UNTIL FIVE O'CLOCK."
  2. A typed notice about the exhibition explaining that it is a special loan exhibition containing paintings, watercolors, sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books by William Blake. It mentions the exhibition will be comprehensive and open from October 22 to November 23.

  3. Multiple newspaper clippings with headlines and text about the exhibition:

    • One clipping titled "BLAKE ART EXHIBIT AT FOGG TO BE CONTINUED" discusses additions to the collection and details about the Blake works and the Amy Lowell Collection loaned by Widener.
    • Another clipping titled "AT CAMBRIDGE" provides information about interest in the exhibition and the loan from the Amy Lowell Collection.
    • A few handwritten notes in black ink next to some clippings, such as "Gazette October 18 1930," "Herald World of Art October 26 1930," and "Sarasota Nov 18."

Overall, the image presents historical documentation and publicity material for a 1930 exhibition of William Blake's artworks at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

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This image displays a mounted collection of text documents and newspaper clippings about William Blake's art exhibition. The documents are attached to a gray backing material, with visible holes and mounting hardware suggesting they were part of an archival or display setup.

In the top left, there's a peach-colored document titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY" which announces a "LOAN EXHIBITION OF WORKS OF WILLIAM BLAKE" from "OCTOBER 22 – NOVEMBER 23" that is "OPEN TO THE PUBLIC."

Below it, there is an excerpt titled "Exhibition of the Works of William Blake" which describes the special exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, listing various types of works that will be displayed including paintings, water-colors, drawings, pencil sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books.

On the right side, there is a newspaper clipping with a headline "BLAKE ART EXHIBIT AT FOGG TO BE CONTINUED" and subheading "Several Additions to the Collection Have Been Made—Collection Lent by Widener." This clipping details the extension of the exhibition, the contributions made by various patrons, and provides additional information about the display, the collection, and the contributors.

In the bottom left, there is another article visible with the date "October 8, 1930" handwritten on it, possibly indicating the date of publication or relevance.

Overall, the image provides historical context for an art exhibition featuring William Blake's works at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its public accessibility and the range of artworks displayed.

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This image is a scrapbook page featuring three clippings related to the exhibition of William Blake's works at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

  1. The largest clipping in the center is an invitation to the loan exhibition that was held from October 22 to November 23 and mentions that the exhibition is open to the public. Suggested visiting hours on the opening day are from three until five o'clock.

  2. Below the invitation, there is a description of the exhibition, detailing the types of Blake's works that will be displayed such as paintings, water-color drawings, pencil sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books written, designed, printed, and colored by Blake himself. The exhibition is noted to be comprehensive, covering Blake's best works in various mediums, including illustrations of his ideas as an artist. This clipping is annotated with "Gazette October 18 1930."

  3. The clipping on the right provides additional information about the exhibition's extension until December 15 and mentions the Amy Lowell Collection lent by Widener. It notes that several additions have been made to the collection and provides details on the variety of Blake's works that will be exhibited, including rare manuscripts and books. This article is marked with "Herald World of Art October 26 1930."

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The image shows a scanned document that appears to be a newspaper clipping or a printed announcement from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The document is dated October 18, 1930, and is titled "Loan Exhibition of Works of William Blake". It announces an exhibition of the works of the renowned artist William Blake, which will be held at the Fogg Art Museum from October 22 to November 23. The exhibition is open to the public and includes a variety of Blake's works, such as paintings, water-color drawings, sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books written, designed, printed, and colored by the artist himself.

Key Details from the Document:

  1. Exhibition Overview:

    • The exhibition is described as a loan exhibition, meaning the works are borrowed from various lenders.
    • It will feature a comprehensive collection of Blake's works across different media, illustrating his entire career as an artist.
  2. Lenders and Additions:

    • Several important additions to the Fogg Art Museum's collection are mentioned, including watercolors by artists such as Philip Hofer, Lessing J. Rosenwald, Romer Warner, and Owen D. Young.
    • Works by Blake are lent by notable institutions and individuals, including:
      • Paul Hyde Bonner (The Boston Museum of Fine Arts).
      • Mrs. William Pennington (G. C. Smith Jr., Widener Library).
      • The Amy Lowell Collection (The Library of J. P. Morgan).
      • The Amy Lowell Collection (The Harvard College Library).
  3. Exhibition Highlights:

    • The exhibition includes a variety of Blake's works, such as watercolors, drawings, sketches, engravings, autograph letters, and books.
    • Blake's unique approach to art is highlighted, noting that he often created works in different coloring schemes, sometimes by hand and sometimes by others.
    • Some works are noted as being on Biblical subjects, such as "The Angel Binds the Dragon."
  4. Additional Context:

    • The document also references the Amy Lowell Collection, which includes a bound copy of the two prints reproduced by the Harvard University Press and a bound manuscript containing the Book of Thel and Visions of the Daughters of Albion.
    • The exhibition is part of a broader cultural event at Harvard, with mentions of other art exhibitions and activities, such as the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art and the Lowell Collection.
  5. Visual Elements:

    • The document includes a handwritten note at the top right corner that reads "Blake Art Exhibit at Fogg to be Continued", indicating that this is part of a larger article or series.
    • There is also a handwritten annotation at the bottom left that reads "Gazette October 18 1930", suggesting the source of the clipping.
    • Additional handwritten notes at the bottom include "AT CAMBRIDGE" and "World of Art October 26 1930", possibly referencing related articles or events.

Overall Impression:

The document serves as an announcement for a significant art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing the works of William Blake. It highlights the museum's efforts to expand its collection and provide the public with an opportunity to view a diverse range of Blake's artistic output. The inclusion of handwritten notes suggests that this is part of a larger article or report, possibly from a university gazette or art publication.