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The image shows a document with two sections, each on a separate card, which appear to be part of an informational flyer or announcement from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
Top Section:
Bottom Section:
The cards are affixed to a larger piece of paper, which appears to be a single-page announcement or flyer. The text is printed in a serif font and is centered on the cards. The overall tone of the document suggests it is an announcement or invitation for a public exhibition and lecture related to archaeological excavations at Ur.
This image is a scanned document consisting of two separate printed notices placed on a single sheet of paper. The sheet has three punched holes on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or notebook. The notices are related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and are printed on a light beige or cream-colored paper.
The top notice announces a "Loan Exhibition of Objects Excavated at Ur by the Joint Expedition of the British Museum and the Museum of the University of Pennsylvania." The exhibition is scheduled from January 5 to February 1, 1931, and is open to the public.
The bottom notice is about a lecture titled "Excavations Undertaken by the Joint Expedition of the British Museum and the Museum of the University of Pennsylvania at Ur of the Chaldees." The lecture is to be given by Dr. R. H. Pfeiffer, Curator of the Semitic Museum of Harvard University, on Monday, January 26th at 4:30 P.M., and it is also open to the public.
The text on both notices is in a formal, serif font, typical of official announcements from that era. The document appears to be well-preserved, with some slight discoloration and minor wear, indicating its age.
This image displays a vintage, aged paper document—likely a program, announcement, or cover sheet—held together by three binder holes along its left edge. The paper has a cream or light beige color, indicating its age, and is placed against a plain, light gray background.
The content is printed in black, formal serif typeface and is organized into two distinct rectangular blocks of text, both centered on the page. These blocks appear to be separate but related announcements for events held at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1931.
Top Announcement:
FOGG ART MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY
LOAN EXHIBITION OF
OBJECTS EXCAVATED AT UR BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF
THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF
THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
JANUARY 5 TO FEBRUARY 1, 1931
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This section announces a temporary loan exhibition featuring artifacts excavated at the ancient Sumerian city of Ur, a significant archaeological site in modern-day Iraq. The discoveries were made by a joint expedition undertaken by the British Museum and the University of Pennsylvania’s Museum.
Bottom Announcement:
FOGG ART MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY
EXCAVATIONS UNDERTAKEN BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF
THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVER-
SITY OF PENNSYLVANIA AT UR OF THE CHALDEES
LECTURE
BY
DR. R. H. PFEIFFER
CURATOR OF THE SEMITIC MUSEUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY
MONDAY, JANUARY 26th AT 4.30 P.M.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This section advertises a public lecture related to the same excavation. The lecture, focused on the “Excavations... at Ur of the Chaldees,” was delivered by Dr. R. H. Pfeiffer, then Curator of the Semitic Museum at Harvard University. The event was scheduled for Monday, January 26, 1931, at 4:30 p.m.
Context and Significance:
This document records a moment in early 20th-century archaeology and museology, specifically related to the famous 1920s Ur excavations led by Sir Leonard Woolley, jointly sponsored by the British Museum and the Penn Museum. The artifacts and findings were a major draw in major universities and museums across the United States. The lecture by Dr. Pfeiffer—a renowned Semitic scholar—would have provided expert interpretation of the finds, connecting ancient Mesopotamian civilization to biblical and historical studies.
The artifact itself is a historical piece, reflecting the educational outreach efforts of Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum and the broader academic and public interest in Mesopotamian archaeology during the interwar period. The paper’s age and presentation suggest it was likely part of a larger folder or archive related to the exhibition or lecture series.
The image shows a folded paper with two cards attached to it. The first card reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and "LOAN EXHIBITION OF OBJECTS EXCAVATED AT UR BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA." The exhibition is open to the public from January 5 to February 1, 1931. The second card reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and "EXCAVATIONS UNDERTAKEN BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA AT UR OF THE CHALDEES." The lecture is by Dr. R. H. Pfeiffer, curator of the Semitic Museum of Harvard University, and it will take place on Monday, January 26th at 4:30 P.M. and is open to the public.
The image shows two cards that are placed on top of each other. They are probably invitation cards. The cards are cream-colored and have black text printed on them. The cards are placed on a white surface. The cards have holes on the left side, which might be for attaching them to a binder. The cards are probably for an exhibition that is open to the public.
The image depicts a printed announcement or flyer from the Fogg Art Museum—Harvard University. The document is divided into two sections, each providing details about an event related to archaeological and academic activities.
This section announces a loan exhibition featuring artifacts excavated at the ancient city of Ur by a collaborative effort between the British Museum and the University of Pennsylvania. The exhibition ran from January 5 to February 1, 1931, and was open to the public.
This section promotes a lecture on the excavations conducted at Ur by the same joint expedition. The lecture was delivered by Dr. R. H. Pfeiffer, the Curator of the Semitic Museum at Harvard University, and took place on Monday, January 26th at 4:30 P.M. It was also open to the public.
The document serves as an informational flyer for two related events hosted by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1931. The first is an exhibition showcasing artifacts from the Ur excavations, while the second is a lecture providing further insights into the archaeological work conducted at the site. Both events were open to the public, emphasizing the museum's commitment to education and public engagement with historical and archaeological discoveries.
The design is simple and formal, typical of institutional announcements from the early 20th century. The text is centered and presented in a clear, typed format, with a clean and organized layout.
The image presents a document with two beige rectangles, each containing text, on a beige background. The top rectangle features the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM - HARVARD UNIVERSITY" in small black text, followed by "LOAN EXHIBITION OF OBJECTS EXCAVATED AT UR BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA." Below this, the dates "JANUARY 5 TO FEBRUARY 1, 1951" are listed, along with the phrase "OPEN TO THE PUBLIC."
The bottom rectangle displays the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM - HARVARD UNIVERSITY" again, followed by "EXCAVATIONS UNDERTAKEN BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA AT UR OF THE CHALDEES." Below this, the word "LECTURE" is written, accompanied by the name "DR. R. H. PFEIFFER" and the title "CURATOR OF THE ASIATIC MUSEUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY." The date "MONDAY, JANUARY 29th AT 4:30 P.M." is also included, along with the phrase "OPEN TO THE PUBLIC."
The document is secured with three holes on the left side, and the background is a plain beige color. Overall, the image appears to be a program or announcement for an exhibition or lecture at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
The image depicts a beige paper document with two rectangular sections, each containing black text. The top section features the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM - HARVARD UNIVERSITY" followed by the text "LOAN EXHIBITION OF OBJECTS EXCAVATED AT UR BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA." Below this, it states "JANUARY 5 TO FEBRUARY 1, 1931" and "OPEN TO THE PUBLIC."
The bottom section has the same title as the top section, followed by the text "EXCAVATIONS UNDERTAKEN BY THE JOINT EXPEDITION OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM AND THE MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA AT UR OF THE CHALDEES." Below this, it states "LECTURE BY DR. E. H. PFEIFFER CURATOR OF THE SEMITIC MUSEUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and "MONDAY, JANUARY 26th AT 4.30 P.M." Finally, it says "OPEN TO THE PUBLIC."
The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the document. Overall, the image appears to be a historical document related to an exhibition or lecture at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
The image depicts a beige-colored document with two rectangular inserts, each containing text related to an exhibition and lecture at the Fogg Art Museum - Harvard University.
Document Details
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Overall Impression
The image appears to be a scanned or photographed copy of a historical document related to an archaeological exhibition and lecture at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum in 1931.
The image presents a scanned document featuring two yellowed paper inserts, likely from the 1930s, set against a light gray background. The inserts are affixed to a cream-colored paper with three holes punched along the left side.
Top Insert:
The top insert is rectangular and contains the following text:
Bottom Insert:
The bottom insert is also rectangular and features the following text:
Both inserts appear to be announcements for events related to an exhibition of artifacts excavated at Ur by a joint expedition of the British Museum and the Museum of the University of Pennsylvania. The top insert promotes the loan exhibition, while the bottom insert advertises a lecture by Dr. R. H. Pfeiffer on January 26, 1931.