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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794149

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The image shows a typed page, likely from a newsletter or a report, with two main sections of content. The paper appears to be a light brown or beige color, and it has three punched holes, suggesting it was likely part of a ring-binder or a similar document holder.

On the left side, there is a section titled "Shadows of Coming Events." It discusses an art exhibit by William Blake at the Fogg Museum, which was originally scheduled to close but will now continue through December 15 due to several important additions made to the exhibition. It mentions that a series of watercolors and prints loaned by Wellesley College, including those by Philip Hofer '21, Lessing Rosenwald, Mrs. Roger Warner, and Owen D. Young, are part of the later exhibits. Additionally, it mentions a talk by Paul Gardner titled "The Romanesque Capitals and the Carved Ceiling from Dijon" scheduled for the next day at 3:30 PM in the Great Hall of the Fogg Museum.

On the right side, there is another section titled "Continuing Exhibits." It lists other art shows that are already open to the public this week, including paintings by Jonas Lie of Brittany at the Robert C. Vose galleries, watercolor paintings by the Kiowa Indians at the Children's Art Centre, and paintings by Charles Vermoskie at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.

At the bottom of the page, handwritten text reads "Transcript November 22, 1930," indicating that the typed content was likely a transcript of a recorded event or announcement, and it was created or written on November 22, 1930.

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The image shows a page from a document, likely a news clipping or a magazine article, dated November 22, 1930. The page has a beige or light brown color with some wear and tear visible on the edges. There are four holes punched along the left margin, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder.

The content is divided into two main sections with additional handwritten notes:

  1. Left Section:

    • Title: "Shadows of Coming Events"
    • Content: The text discusses an extension of an exhibit at the Fogg Museum. It mentions that the exhibit, originally planned to close, will continue through December 15. New additions to the exhibit include works loaned by Wellesley College, Philip Hofer, Lessing Rosenwald, Mrs. Roger Warner, and Owen D. Young.
    • Additional Note: Below the main text, there is a mention of a talk by Paul Gardner titled "The Romanesque Capitals and the Carved Ceiling from Dijon," scheduled for the next day at 3:30 P.M. in the Great Hall of the Fogg Museum.
    • Handwritten Note: At the bottom left, it says "Transcript November 22, 1930."
  2. Right Section:

    • Title: "CONTINUING EXHIBITS"
    • Content: This section lists various art shows that are ongoing and open to the public, including:
      • Jonas Lie's paintings of Brittany at the Robert C. Vose galleries.
      • Children's Art Centre, watercolor paintings by the Kiowa Indians of Oklahoma.
      • Miss N. M. Rivers's gallery, paintings by Charles Vermoskie.
      • Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Blake exhibition.
    • Handwritten Note: There is a handwritten note on the right side that says "Herold world of art Nov. 13 1930."

The overall appearance suggests it is a historical document related to art exhibitions and events from the early 1930s.

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This image displays the back of a sheet of aged, light brown paper, likely from a file or scrapbook, with three punched holes along its left margin. The paper shows signs of wear, including uneven, slightly torn edges.

Affixed to the top portion of the page are two yellowed newspaper clippings.

Left Clipping:

  • Headline: "Shadows of Coming Events"
  • Content: Announces that the current exhibition of work by William Blake at the Fogg Museum will not close as planned but will continue through December 15. It mentions that several important additions have been made to the exhibit since its opening, including watercolors and prints loaned by Wellesley College, Philip Hofer, T.J. Leaning Rosenwald, Mrs. Roger Warner, and Owen D. Young.
  • Beneath this clipping, there is a handwritten note in pencil: "Tomorrow in the Fogs" followed by a sub-headline and details: "The Romanesque Capitals and the Carved Ceiling from Dijon" will be the subject of a talk by Paul Gardner tomorrow afternoon at 2.30 P.M. in the Great Hall of the Fogg Museum.
  • Below that, also handwritten in pencil, is the label: "Transcript November 27, 1930"

Right Clipping:

  • Headline: "CONTINUING EXHIBITS"
  • Content: Lists other art exhibits open to the public that week, including: Jonas Lie's paintings of Brittany at the Robert C. Vose galleries; Children's Art Centre; watercolor paintings by the Kiowa Indians of Oklahoma; Miss N. M. River's gallery; and paintings by Charles Vermoosen at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge (Blake exhibition).
  • Handwritten below this clipping in pencil is: "Herald world art Nov 18 1930"

Summary:

The image is a historical document—a scrapbook or research page from late 1930—cataloging contemporary art exhibitions, primarily focused on a major Blake exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The handwritten notes suggest the owner was compiling information, possibly for personal reference or publication ("Transcript"), and cross-referencing articles from different newspapers (e.g., "Herald"). The page captures art world activity in Boston/Cambridge around November 1930, highlighting institutional collaborations, loaned artworks, and public programming.

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The image is of a brown paper page with two pieces of paper attached to it. The first piece of paper is titled "Shadows of Coming Events," and it is dated November 22, 1930. The text on the paper is about the Fogg Museum's decision to extend the exhibit of work by William Blake until December 15. The second piece of paper is titled "Continuing Exhibits" and lists the exhibits that are already open and noted in the art shows.

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The image shows a folded piece of paper, which is brown in color, with a few holes punched on the left side. The paper seems to be a piece of paper that was used to hold some information, probably for a presentation. There are two pieces of paper stuck on the paper with some text. The text on the paper is in black font. The paper is folded in half, and the edges of the paper are slightly torn.

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The image shows a typed document that appears to be a transcript or announcement related to museum exhibits and events. The document is titled "Shadows of Coming Events" and is dated November 22, 1930. It is typed on a light brown card or sheet of paper, with handwritten notes and markings visible.

Key Details from the Document:

  1. Title and Date:

    • The document is labeled "Shadows of Coming Events" and is dated November 22, 1930, as indicated by the handwritten note at the bottom.
  2. Content:

    • The document discusses the continuation of an exhibit at a museum, originally planned to close the previous day but extended through December 15. The exhibit features works by artists such as William Blake, Paul Gardner, Owen College, Philip Hofer, Eli Leessing Rosenthal, Mrs. Roger Warren, and Owen D. Young.
    • It mentions that new additions to the exhibit include watercolors and prints, loaned by Welch.
    • An upcoming event is announced: "The Renaissance Capital and the Carved Ceiling from Dijon", which will be the subject of a talk by Paul Gardner tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 P.M. in the Great Hall of the Fogg Museum.
  3. Handwritten Notes:

    • There are handwritten notes in the upper right corner, including the word "Transcript" and the date "November 22, 1930", confirming the document's purpose as a transcript or record.
    • Additional handwritten text appears near the top right, which seems to reference other exhibits or events, such as "CONTINUING EXHIBITS" and mentions of various artworks and artists, including Jonas Lie, C. Yaze gallery, Children's Art Centre, water color paintings by K. Rivera, Indian Art, Miss Charles Yerkes, Oklahoma Museum, and Cambridge, Blake Art Museum.
  4. Formatting:

    • The document is typed in a formal, structured format, typical of museum announcements or transcripts from the early 20th century.
    • The paper has visible creases and wear, suggesting it may be an archival or historical document.

Summary:

The image depicts a typed transcript or announcement from November 22, 1930, detailing museum exhibits and upcoming events. It highlights the extension of an exhibit featuring works by notable artists and announces a lecture by Paul Gardner on the "Renaissance Capital and the Carved Ceiling from Dijon" scheduled for the following day at the Fogg Museum. Handwritten notes provide additional context about other ongoing exhibits and artworks. The document appears to be part of an archival or historical record.

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The image presents a scanned document featuring a newspaper clipping and handwritten notes on a piece of brown paper, likely from the 1930s. The clipping, titled "Shadows of Coming Events," reports on upcoming events at the Fogg Museum, including an exhibit of works by William Blake and a lecture by Paul Gardner. The clipping is dated November 22, 1930.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • Title: "Shadows of Coming Events"
  • Content: Reports on upcoming events at the Fogg Museum
  • Events:
    • Exhibit of works by William Blake
    • Lecture by Paul Gardner

Handwritten Notes:

  • Date: November 22, 1930
  • Text: "Transcript"

Background:

  • The document is set against a light gray background, suggesting it may be a scanned image from an archive or library.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic events of the 1930s, specifically at the Fogg Museum. The inclusion of a transcript suggests that the document may have been used for research or educational purposes.

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The image presents a scanned document featuring a newspaper clipping and handwritten notes on a piece of brown paper. The clipping, titled "Shadows of Coming Events," is positioned in the top-left corner and contains information about upcoming events at the Fogg Museum.

Key Details:

  • Newspaper Clipping: The clipping is titled "Shadows of Coming Events" and provides details about upcoming events at the Fogg Museum.
  • Handwritten Notes: Handwritten notes are present on the document, including the date "November 22, 1930," and the word "Transcript."
  • Brown Paper: The document is printed on brown paper with three holes punched along the left side, suggesting it was once part of a binder or folder.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a scanned document from an archive or library, likely related to the Fogg Museum's events and exhibitions in the early 20th century.

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The image depicts a sheet of aged, brown paper with rough edges, featuring two newspaper clippings and handwritten notes. The paper is positioned vertically, with the top edge slightly curved and the bottom edge torn.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • Two yellowed newspaper clippings are affixed to the paper:
    • The left clipping is titled "Shadows of Coming Events" and discusses an exhibit of William Blake's work at the Fogg Museum.
    • The right clipping is titled "Continuing Exhibits" and lists various art exhibits.

Handwritten Notes:

  • Handwritten notes are present on the paper:
    • "Transcript November 27, 1930" is written in black ink at the bottom of the left clipping.
    • "transcribed Grant Wood Nov 27 1930" is written in pencil to the right of the right clipping.

Paper Characteristics:

  • The paper has four holes punched along its left edge, indicating that it was once part of a binder or folder.
  • The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a digital scan or photograph of the original document.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or archive related to art exhibitions in the early 20th century.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed page from a binder, featuring two newspaper clippings and handwritten notes. The page is composed of brown paper with three holes punched along its left edge.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • Left Clipping: The left clipping is titled "Shadows of Coming Events" and discusses an exhibit at the Fogg Museum. The article mentions that instead of closing, the current exhibit will be continued through December, with several important additions made to the exhibition.
  • Right Clipping: The right clipping is titled "Continuing Exhibits" and lists various exhibits, including works by Jens Jensen, C. C. Young, and M. Rivers.

Handwritten Notes:

  • Transcript Date: The handwritten note below the left clipping reads "Transcript November 27, 1930."
  • Harvard Art: A handwritten note on the right clipping reads "Harvard Art Nov 27 1930."

Background:

  • The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo for an online archive or museum collection.