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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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The image is of a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The main article on the page is titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur," and it discusses the treasures from ancient Ur of the Chaldees, which were uncovered through joint expeditions by the University of Pennsylvania and the British Museum. The relics, including gold, silver, and other artifacts, are on display at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article highlights the historical and cultural significance of these artifacts, which date back to around 2500 B.C. and provide insights into the early civilization of Western Asia. Another section titled "Much Fine Gold" elaborates on the exquisite craftsmanship of the Chaldean objects, noting their fine preservation and the detailed record they provide of the people of Ur. The article also mentions that this exhibition offers a visual and tangible connection to the distant past, making history more accessible and vivid.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The clipping discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Ancient Relics from Ur, an ancient city in Mesopotamia.

The main article, titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur," highlights the discovery of treasures from the city of Ur, unearthed in ten years of excavations by Harvard University and the British Museum. These artifacts include gold, lapis lazuli, and other precious materials, showcasing the civilization's advanced craftsmanship.

The second part of the article, titled "Much Fine Gold," elaborates on the significance of the exhibition. It describes the exquisite workmanship of the Chaldean objects, which are remarkably well-preserved. These artifacts provide a vivid portrayal of life in Ur during the Chaldean period, offering insights into the early stages of civilization. The exhibit aims to attract both aesthetically appreciative visitors and those interested in the history and progress of humanity.

The article also mentions that the Fogg Museum has other temporary exhibitions during the winter and provides a brief schedule of other museums' exhibitions, noting that they are open to the public except on Mondays when they are closed.

The bottom of the clipping has the Crimson logo and the date January 8, 1931, indicating it was possibly published or distributed shortly after January 7, 1931.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The article is titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur" and discusses an exhibition of artifacts from ancient Ur in Mesopotamia.

The main body of the article describes the treasures unearthed in Ur, including gold, lapis lazuli, silver, chalcedony, and carnelian, which were discovered by Sir Leonard Woolley and the British Museum. These artifacts are part of a temporary public exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

The article highlights the significance of these relics, which date back to the pre-Biblical era and are a part of the early civilizations of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. It notes that these objects provide a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Ur, and the exhibition has both aesthetic and historical value.

The text emphasizes that the artifacts are a tangible way to learn about early civilization, showing how people lived and what they valued. The article mentions that the Chaldean revelations from these archaeological finds are as old as the Greek civilization but still offer fresh insights.

The clipping also includes a section listing other current exhibitions in various museums in Boston, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, the Harvard Art Museums, and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, along with their respective locations and open hours. The clipping is dated January 8, 1931, with the word "Crimson" noted at the bottom, likely referring to Harvard University's student newspaper or publication.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The article is titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur."

The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum featuring treasures from ancient Ur, excavated over a decade by the University of Pennsylvania and the British Museum. These artifacts were on temporary loan from the Harvard Semitic Museum and were part of a larger public exhibition.

The article highlights the significance of the artifacts, which include gold, lapis lazuli, and other precious materials. These objects provide a glimpse into the Chaldean civilization of ancient Mesopotamia, offering insights into their artistry and cultural practices. The artifacts are described as being in excellent condition, despite their age, and they illustrate the high level of craftsmanship and the artistic achievements of the Chaldeans.

The article also notes that the exhibition is significant for its historical value, providing tangible evidence of early civilizations. It emphasizes the enduring nature of art and the importance of such artifacts in understanding human history. The exhibit is said to be of interest not only for those with an aesthetic appreciation but also for those interested in history and the progress of civilization.

The clipping is dated January 8, 1931, in the bottom right corner, with a handwritten note "Crimson January 8, 1931," indicating it might have been clipped for a publication called "The Crimson," likely the student newspaper of Harvard University.

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The image is a scanned page from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The article on the page is titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur."

Main Article Summary:

Title: Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur

The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, showcasing treasures from the ancient city of Ur, which were unearthed by the joint expedition of the University Museum of Pennsylvania and the British Museum. These artifacts, which include gold, lapis lazuli, and silver items, have been loaned to the Fogg Museum for a special public exhibition.

The relics, such as jewelry, cylinder seals, and other artifacts, date back to approximately 3500 B.C. and offer a glimpse into the civilization of the Sumerians, who were among the foremost contributors to Western civilization. The exhibition provides a vivid portrayal of pre-Biblical life along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.

The significance of the exhibit lies not just in the aesthetic beauty of the artifacts, but also in their historical value. They offer insights into the sophistication and craftsmanship of the people from that era, suggesting that ancient civilizations were more advanced than previously thought. The article mentions that these findings provide a permanent record that challenges previous notions about the dawn of civilization.

Sidebar: Current Exhibitions

The sidebar lists current exhibitions at the Fogg Museum and other museums in the area:

  • Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Avenue: Features an exhibition of watercolors by Winslow Homer and other exhibits including Japanese prints, Persian miniatures, and early Chinese paintings.
  • Fogg Art Museum:
    • Watercolors by John Singer Sargent.
    • Persian miniatures.
    • Paintings from the National Gallery.
    • Objects from the excavations at Ur.
    • Italian drawings.
    • Paintings by Maurice Prendergast.
  • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: Includes early Italian paintings and various other art collections.

The exhibitions are free to the public, with some requiring tickets for special collections.

Crimson Note:

At the bottom of the page, there is a note from the Crimson dated January 8, 1931. It does not detail any specific content but appears to be a reference to another publication or article.

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The image is a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" newspaper, dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The page contains articles related to exhibitions at the Fogg Museum.

The first article, titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur," discusses treasures from ancient Ur of the Chaldees, unearthed in the late 1920s by a joint expedition from the University of Pennsylvania and the British Museum. These relics, including gold, silver, and other artifacts, were loaned to the Fogg Museum by the University Museum in Philadelphia. The article notes that these relics provide insights into the history of the forerunners of Western civilization.

The second article, titled "Much Fine Gold," elaborates on the significance of the exhibition, highlighting the exquisite workmanship of the artifacts and their importance in understanding the progress of human civilization. It emphasizes that these artifacts offer a vivid portrayal of life in Ur of the Chaldees and provide valuable historical lessons.

Additionally, there is a smaller section titled "Current Exhibitions," which lists various exhibitions happening at different museums and galleries, including the Fogg Art Museum, the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and others.

At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Crimson January 8, 1931," indicating a possible reference to the Harvard Crimson, the daily newspaper of Harvard University.

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This is an image of a historical newspaper clipping from the "Boston Evening Transcript," dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The clipping includes two columns: one on the left titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur," and a shorter column on the right titled "Current Exhibitions."

The left article details the exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, focusing particularly on treasures from the ancient city of Ur, which are said to be displayed at the museum. It emphasizes the excellence of the craftsmanship of the items from Chaldean times and the significance of the gold artifacts unearthed, as well as their historical importance in telling the story of human past and the development of civilization.

The right column lists various exhibitions that were current at the time, but due to the resolution and the angle of the image, the details in this column are not completely legible.

At the bottom left of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Crimson, January 8,1931," which likely indicates the source or a reference date related to the clipping. The page itself has three punched holes on the left side, suggesting it was stored in a binder or folder. There are visible signs of aging and discoloration on the paper.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing three newspaper clippings from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The clippings are mounted onto the page, which has two holes punched on the left-hand side, indicating it may be part of a larger compilation of pages.

The top clipping is titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur," and it describes artifacts from ancient Ur, believed to span approximately 7,000 years. It mentions discoveries by Chaldeans, including items from early Babylonian and Egyptian civilizations.

The middle clipping is titled "Current Exhibitions" and lists various art exhibitions in the area, providing information on the location and contents of these exhibits.

The lower clipping, titled "Much Fine Gold," praises the Fogg Museum's exhibit of Chaldean objects, emphasizing the high level of craftsmanship and the historical significance of the items on display. It highlights the importance of such exhibitions in understanding early civilizations and their contributions to human progress.

At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note: "Crimson January 8, 1931," possibly indicating the clipping's cataloging date or the source of the compilation.

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The image shows a page from the Boston Evening Transcript dated Wednesday, January 7, 1931. The page features an article titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur", which discusses an exhibition of artifacts from ancient Ur, a region in Mesopotamia. The article highlights the significance of the exhibition, noting that the treasures unearthed during ten years of excavation by the University of Pennsylvania and the British Museum have been loaned to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The text emphasizes the historical and artistic value of the artifacts, which include gold, lapis lazuli, carnelian, and other materials, showcasing the craftsmanship of the Chaldaean civilization. The article also mentions that the Fogg Museum has opened a small but exceptional exhibit of Chaldaean objects, including pre-Biblical art from the Tigris and Euphrates regions. The author underscores the importance of these artifacts in understanding early human civilization, noting that they provide a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Ur.

Additionally, the page includes a section titled "Current Exhibitions", which lists other art exhibitions happening at the time, such as those at the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Athenaeum, and the Fogg Art Museum. The layout is typical of a newspaper article, with clear headings, subheadings, and a structured presentation of information. The page also features a handwritten note at the bottom: "Crimson January 8, 1931", likely indicating the source or date of the clipping.

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The image is a page from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated January 7, 1931. The page features an article titled "Fogg Museum Exhibits Ancient Relics From Ur." The article discusses the treasures unearthed from the ancient city of Ur in the Chaldea region, which were exhibited at the Fogg Museum of Harvard University. These relics, including gold, silver, chalcedony, and lapis lazuli, date back to the early days of civilization before the era of Egypt, India, and Persia. The article emphasizes the significance of these exhibits in understanding the history of Western civilization and the progress of human art. The page also includes a section titled "Current Exhibitions," listing various art exhibitions in Boston, including those at the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Public Library, and the Museum of Modern Art.