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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794139

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This image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated November 12, 1930. The page is titled "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts" and lists several books published by Harvard University Press. Each book is accompanied by a brief description, including the author, the subject matter, and the price. The books listed are:

  1. "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts" by Robert Feke (by Henry Wilder Foote) - Describes Feke's life, his portraits, early American art, and reproductions of paintings.
  2. "Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia" by Charles L. Kuhn - Discusses Romanesque paintings in Catalonia with a focus on technique and iconography, and includes illustrations.
  3. "A History of Spanish Painting" by Chandler Rathfon Post - A comprehensive survey and synthesis of Spanish painting, described as indispensable and marking the conquest of the last frontier in European art history.
  4. "Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration" by Edgar W. Anthony - Praises the book for its service to architecture students and its improved arrangement and numerous photographs.
  5. "Agnolo Bronzino" by Arthur McComb - Praises the book for its scholarly workmanship and critical acumen.
  6. "Cycles of Taste" by Frank P. Chambers - Described as a wholesome and thoughtful volume for anyone interested in aesthetics.

At the bottom of the page, there is a separate advertisement for "Spanish Painting" by Chandler R. Post, describing it as a comprehensive survey of Spanish painting. The advertisement mentions that it is indispensable and marks the conquest of the last frontier in European art history.

The page is printed on a light-colored paper, and there are some annotations in handwriting at the bottom left corner, dated 1930. The Harvard Alumni Bulletin is printed on a light beige or cream-colored paper, and the text is in a serif font.

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This image is a scanned page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated November 12, 1930. The page highlights a section titled "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts," featuring a list of newly published books related to art and art history, all published by the Harvard University Press. At the top of the page, the date "November 12, 1930" is handwritten, and the text is printed in black on a beige background.

The books listed are:

  1. "Robert Feke" by Henry Wilder Foote - This book discusses the life and work of one of the earliest American-born artists and portrait painters, including a catalogue of about sixty-five portraits attributed to him. The price is listed as $7.50.

  2. "Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia" by Charles L. Kuhn - This book offers a detailed study of the paintings, their techniques, iconography, and their relation to the rest of Europe. It includes over sixty full-page illustrations, with the price listed as $7.50.

  3. "A History of Spanish Painting" by Chandler Rathfon Post - Described as a comprehensive survey, this three-volume set includes 1180 pages and 368 illustrations. The price is listed as $25.00 for the set.

  4. "Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration" by Edgar W. Anthony - This book is praised for its arrangement and numerous photographs showing details of sculpture and decoration. The price is listed as $5.00.

  5. "Agnolo Bronzino" by Arthur McComb - This study is noted for its completeness and balance. The price is listed as $7.50.

  6. "Cycles of Taste" by Frank P. Chambers - This book is described as a "wholesome tonic" for readers, providing insights into the archaeology of aesthetics. The price is listed as $2.00.

The bottom of the page provides the address of the Harvard University Press: "27 RANDALL HALL, CAMBRIDGE, MASS."

Additionally, there is a smaller section at the bottom right corner of the page that appears to be a separate notice or advertisement for the book "Spanish Painting" by Chandler R. Post, priced at $25.00, with a brief description similar to the one in the main section. The page shows signs of age, with some discoloration and crease marks, and it has three holes punched on the left side, likely for binding into a folder or binder.

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This image shows a single sheet of paper, likely a page from a newsletter or bulletin, printed on aged, off-white paper with three punched holes along the left margin, suggesting it was filed in a binder.

At the top left corner, written by hand in black ink, are the words:
Harvard Alumni Bulletin
November 12, 1930

The main body of the page is a printed advertisement from the Harvard University Press. It is framed within a thin double-line border and titled in large, bold font:

Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts

The advertisement lists and describes six books, including their authors, a brief synopsis or review quote, and their prices:

  1. Robert Feke by Henry Wilder Foote — Described as the first adequate life of the early American portrait painter; priced at $7.50.
  2. Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia by Charles L. Kuhn — A chronological study with discussions of technique and iconography; features 65 full-page illustrations; priced at $7.50.
  3. A History of Spanish Painting by Chandler Rathfon Post — Praised as “a self-sufficient and essential work”; noted as being 3 volumes, 1180 pages, 368 illustrations; priced at $25.00 a set.
  4. Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration by Edgar W. Anthony — Includes a favorable quote from the London Times; priced at $5.00.
  5. Agnolo Bronzino by Arthur McComb — Described as worthy of “the dignity with which the publishers have dressed it”; includes a quote from The Arts; priced at $7.50.
  6. Cycles of Taste by Frank P. Chambers — Praised for its “wholesome tonic”; includes a quote from Art and Archaeology; priced at $2.00.

Below these listings, in the center, is the publisher’s name in bold:

HARVARD UNIVERSITY PRESS
followed by the address:
27 RANDALL HALL
CAMBRIDGE, MASS.

At the bottom of the page, outside the main border, there is a smaller, inset box with the heading:

Spanish Painting
By CHANDLER R. POST

This appears to be a reiteration or emphasis of the previously listed “History of Spanish Painting,” including a different quote (from Parnassus) describing it as “an indispensable work” and noting the 3-vol. set price of $25.00.

In the bottom left corner, faintly stamped in blue ink is what appears to be a library or archival stamp reading "B T 02.2 H33", which is possibly a cataloging number.

Overall, the image is a historical document advertising newly published scholarly art books from Harvard University Press, dated November 12, 1930, and distributed via the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The physical state suggests it is an original artifact from that time.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated November 12, 1930. The page features a section titled "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts," which highlights several recently published books by Harvard University Press. The books listed are:

  1. "Robert Feke" by Henry Wilder Foote: This book is described as the first adequate life of the earliest American-born artist and the best portrait painter in the Colonies before Copley. It includes a discussion of Copley, a descriptive catalogue of about sixty-five portraits attributed to him, and reproductions of many paintings.

  2. "Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia" by Charles L. Kuhn: This book provides a detailed chronological study of the paintings, followed by a discussion of the more general problems of technique, iconography, and the relation of Catalan painting to that of the rest of Europe. Over sixty full-page illustrations complement the subject.

  3. "A History of Spanish Painting" by Chandler Rathfon Post: This book is described as a self-sufficient and essential work in a field where no such comprehensive survey and synthesis had been available. It marks the conquest of the last frontier in European art history.

  4. "Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration" by Edgar W. Anthony: This book is praised for its real service to the student of architecture and its detailed analysis of sculpture and decoration through numerous photographs.

  5. "Agnolo Bronzino" by Arthur McCorquodale: This book is commended for its admirable completeness and rounded balance, making it worthy of the dignity with which Mr. McCorquodale has dressed it.

  6. "Cycles of Taste" by Frank P. Chambers: This book is described as a wholesome tonic in the comfortable little volume, suitable for the archaeology of literary viewpoint and both art student and archaeologist.

The page also includes the publisher's information: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY PRESS 27 RANDALL HALL. CAMBRIDGE, MASS."

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The image is a page from a bulletin published by Harvard University Press. The bulletin is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and is dated November 12, 1930. The page lists several recently published books on the fine arts, along with brief descriptions and prices.

The books listed are:

  1. "The Life and Works of Henry Wilder Foote" by Robert Feke, priced at $7.50. The description mentions that it is the first adequate life of Foote, one of the earliest American-born artists, and includes a catalog of his portraits attributed to him.

  2. "Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia" by Charles L. Kuhn, priced at $7.50. The description highlights a detailed chronological study of the paintings, discussing techniques, iconography, and the relation of Catalan painting to that of the rest of Europe.

  3. "A History of Spanish Painting" by Chandler Rathfon Post, priced at $25.00. The description praises the work as a comprehensive survey and essential for those in the field, marking the conquest of the last frontier in European art history.

  4. "Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration" by Edgar W. Anthony, priced at $5.00. The description commends the book for its detailed study of architecture, sculpture, and decoration, with numerous photographs.

  5. "Agnello Bronzino" by Arthur McComb, priced at $7.50. The description praises the study for its completeness and critical acumen, making it a valuable resource for scholars and art enthusiasts.

  6. "Cycles of Taste" by Frank P. Chambers, priced at $2.00. The description describes the book as a tonic for those interested in art and archaeology, offering insights into aesthetics from literary and artistic viewpoints.

The bulletin also includes the address of Harvard University Press, located at 27 Randall Hall, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Additionally, there is a smaller section at the bottom of the page with a brief mention of "Spanish Painting" by Chandler R. Post, reiterating its indispensability and marking the conquest of the last frontier of European art history.

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The image depicts a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated November 12, 1930. The page is titled "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts" and serves as a promotional or informational piece highlighting several books published by Harvard University Press. The content is structured as a list of notable works in the field of fine arts, each accompanied by a brief description and pricing information.

Key Details:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the page features handwritten text indicating the publication source: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and the date "November 12, 1930."
  2. Main Title:

    • The central heading reads: "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts."
  3. Listed Books:

    • Each book is presented with its title, author, and a short descriptive review or endorsement. The books listed are:
      1. "Robert Feke" by Henry Wilder Foote
        • Described as the first adequate life of Feke, an early American artist, with a descriptive catalogue of his paintings.
        • Price: $7.50.
      2. "Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia" by Charles L. Kuhn
        • A detailed chronological study of Catalan paintings, including topics like technique, bibliography, and relations to European art, with over fifty full-page illustrations.
        • Price: $7.50.
      3. "A History of Spanish Painting" by Chandler Rathfon Post
        • Praised as a comprehensive and indispensable work, marking the conquest of the last frontier in European art history.
        • Price: $25.00 a set (for three volumes).
      4. "Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration" by Edgar W. Anthony
        • Reviewed as a real service to students of architecture, with improved photographs and details of sculpture and decoration.
        • Price: $5.00.
      5. "Agnolo Bronzino" by Arthur McComb
        • Commended for its completeness and balance, described as a model of scholarly workmanship.
        • Price: $7.50.
      6. "Cycles of Taste" by Frank P. Chambers
        • Described as a wholesome tonic for readers interested in art and archaeology, offering a fresh perspective.
        • Price: $2.00.
  4. Publisher Information:

    • At the bottom of the page, the publisher is identified as Harvard University Press, located at 27 Randall Hall, Cambridge, Mass.
  5. Additional Note:

    • A note at the bottom reiterates the importance of "Spanish Painting" by Chandler Rathfon Post, emphasizing its comprehensiveness and value as an indispensable work.

Visual Characteristics:

  • The page has a clean, typed layout with clear headings and structured information.
  • The text is presented in a formal, academic style typical of university publications.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger bulletin, as suggested by the header and the structured format.

Purpose:

The page aims to inform readers about recent publications from Harvard University Press, particularly focusing on works related to fine arts. It serves both as a promotional tool and as a resource for those interested in art history and related scholarly works.

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This is an image of a printed page from what appears to be a promotional or informational flyer or a section of a publication. The top of the page has hand-written text reading "Harvard Alumni Bulletin November 12, 1930." The main header on the page is "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts" and is followed by a list of book titles with their authors, brief descriptions, and sometimes pricing information.

The books listed are:

  1. By Robert Feke, a book by Henry Wilder Foote.
  2. Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia, by Charles L. Kuhn.
  3. A History of Spanish Painting, by Chandler Rathfon Post.
  4. Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration, by Edgar W. Anthony.
  5. Agnolo Bronzino, by Arthur McComb.
  6. Cycles of Taste, by Frank P. Chambers.

At the bottom of the page is the logo and text "HARVARD UNIVERSITY PRESS, 27 RANDALL HALL, CAMBRIDGE, MASS." Below the listing for "Spanish Painting" by Chandler R. Post is another mention of a book with the same title, this one by Granville R. Post, indicating that "No such comprehensive survey and synthesis has before been available in any language before, marking the conquest of the last frontier of European art history."

On the left side of the page, there are indications that the page has been hole-punched for filing or binder purposes. There are also some handwritten notes on the page, such as "keep" written near the bottom left.

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This is an aged bulletin page, labeled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin November 12, 1930" which lists recent books published by Harvard University Press on the subject of fine arts.

The bulletin features the following books:

  1. Robert Feke by Henry Wilder Foote

    • Discusses one of the earliest American-born artists and his contributions, including descriptive and analytical content.
  2. Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia by Charles R. Kuhn

    • Provides a chronological account, techniques, and European influence of Catalonian mural painting, including full-page illustrations.
  3. A History of Spanish Painting by Chandler Rathfon Post

    • A comprehensive survey in three volumes covering Spanish art history.
  4. Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration by Edgar W. Anthony

    • Examines Florentine architecture including photographs showing details of sculptures and decorations.
  5. Agnolo Bronzino by Arthur McComb

    • Analyzes the artistic competencies, methods, and background of Agnolo Bronzino.
  6. Cycles of Taste by Frank P. Chambers

    • Explores the history of tastes and styles across time and contexts.

At the bottom right corner, there is a more detailed mention of Chandler R. Post's "Spanish Painting," highlighting its comprehensive survey and importance in the field.

The bulletin is from Harvard University Press, located at 27 Randall Hall, Cambridge, Mass.

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A cream-colored clipping mounted on a light mat. The main item is a page titled “Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts,” listing several Harvard University Press titles and authors (e.g., Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia, A History of Spanish Painting, Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration, etc.). A handwritten note at the top left reads “Harvard University Bulletin November 12, 1930.” The clipping has three binder holes along the left edge and is set on a pale gray background.

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The image showcases a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated November 12, 1930, containing an advertisement for "Recent Harvard Books on the Fine Arts," published by Harvard University Press.

The page includes a list of book titles, their authors, and brief descriptions of the works. The titles and authors are:

  1. Robert Feke by Henry Wilder Foote
  2. Romanesque Mural Painting of Catalonia by Charles L. Kuhn
  3. History of Spanish Painting by Chandler Rathfon Post
  4. Early Florentine Architecture and Decoration by Edgar W. Anthony
  5. Agnolo Bronzino by Arthur McComb
  6. Cycles of Taste by Frank P. Chambers

At the bottom, underlined text indicates the publisher: Harvard University Press, 27 Randall Hall, Cambridge, Mass.

Additionally, there is a separate note for "Spanish Painting" by Chandler R. Post at the bottom, which reiterates the work's comprehensiveness and importance. Handwritten text above the main title specifies the context and date of publication ("Harvard Alumni Bulletin, November 12, 1930"). The page has a light tan color and visible three-hole punches.