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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794201

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The image shows a page from what appears to be a scrapbook or a clipping, dated February 11, 1931. The page features two main items:

  1. On the left side, there is an article titled "Current Exhibitions." The text mentions that all art exhibitions listed are at public galleries and admission is free. It includes details about various exhibitions, such as one at the Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Avenue, which is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. The article also mentions specific exhibits, including one at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, which includes French 18th-century paintings, drawings, and sculpture, and will be displayed through February 14.

  2. On the right side, there is an image of a painting titled "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert. Below the image, it is noted that this painting is included in an Exhibition of Eighteenth Century French Art, which opens on Monday at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.

The page also includes some handwritten notes, possibly indicating the date the clipping was made or other annotations.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from February 1931, featuring two articles related to art exhibitions.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • The section is titled "Current Exhibitions."
    • It lists several art exhibitions at various museums and galleries:
      • The Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Avenue.
      • The Fogg Art Museum, Quincy Street and 28 Pine Street.
      • The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
      • The Museum of Modern Art, New York.
      • The Philadelphia Museum of Art.
      • The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.
      • The University of Pennsylvania.
    • Each entry provides specific days and times when the exhibitions are open to the public, and mentions that all exhibitions are free.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • This part features a black-and-white photograph of a scenic landscape labeled "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert.
    • Below the photograph, there is a description stating that this artwork is part of an exhibition of Eighteenth Century French Art, which opens on Monday at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.
  3. Bottom Section:

    • This section is a transcribed article dated February 11, 1931.
    • The article discusses an important exhibition of Eighteenth Century French paintings at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University. It highlights that the exhibition is curated by a few select pieces and is connected with a course given by Professor Paul J. Sachs at Harvard.
    • The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Joseph Duvenck of New York and Felix Wildenstein of Paris.

The overall theme of the collage is the promotion and details of various art exhibitions, with a specific focus on French art from the 18th century at Harvard University's Fogg Museum.

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The image shows a page from a transcript dated February 11, 1931. It contains newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions.

  1. Top Left Clipping - "Current Exhibitions":

    • This clipping lists various art exhibitions available at public and private galleries in the area.
    • It mentions the Museum of Fine Arts, which is open every day except Mondays.
    • The Museum of Fine Arts has a collection of French paintings, including works by Jean-Baptiste Greuze and Jean-Honoré Fragonard.
    • The clipping also lists the hours and admission prices for the museum.
    • Other galleries and their exhibitions are mentioned, including the Fog Art Museum, which is open Monday to Saturday, with specific hours and admission prices.
  2. Top Right Clipping - "The Old Bridge":

    • This clipping features a black-and-white illustration of a bridge labeled "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert.
    • The image is part of an exhibition of Eighteenth Century French Art at the Fog Museum, Harvard University, which opened on Monday.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping - Exhibition Description:

    • The clipping describes an important exhibition of Eighteenth Century French paintings, sculptures, and furniture.
    • The exhibition is at the Fog Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, and is connected to a course on French art taught by Professor Paul J. Sachs.
    • The exhibition is organized in conjunction with the New York Historical Society, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

The page appears to be a compilation of information on art exhibitions that were happening in February 1931, specifically highlighting exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts and the Fog Museum at Harvard University.

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The image shows a document dated February 11, 1931, which contains several newspaper clippings and a transcript.

  1. Top Left Clipping (Current Exhibitions):

    • This clipping lists various art exhibitions available at public and private galleries in New York City.
    • The Museum of Fine Arts on Huntington Avenue is mentioned, along with its hours and admission prices.
    • Other galleries and exhibitions listed include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Museum, the Museum of the City of New York, and the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  2. Top Right Clipping (Image of "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert):

    • This clipping features a black-and-white image titled "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert.
    • It is noted that this artwork is included in an exhibition of 18th-century French art opening at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, on Monday.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (Exhibition Announcement):

    • This clipping announces an important exhibition of 18th-century French painting and drawings.
    • The exhibition includes a few choice examples of furniture and is part of a course on the history of French art.
    • The exhibition opens on February 16 and is organized in connection with a course by Professor Paul J. Sachs at Harvard University.
    • The clipping also mentions contributions from Joseph Duveen of New York and London, and Felix Wildenstein of Paris.
  4. Transcript:

    • The document has a handwritten note at the bottom left corner that reads "Transcript February 11, 1931."

The document appears to be a compilation of press clippings and notes related to an art exhibition, specifically highlighting the Fogg Museum's event featuring 18th-century French art.

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The image is a document detailing information about art exhibitions, dated February 11, 1931. Here's a detailed summary:

Current Exhibitions

The document lists various art exhibitions that are open to the public across different museums and galleries in the Boston area, including:

  • Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Avenue
  • Copley Plaza (featuring works by Boston artists)
  • Boston Art Club, Newbury Street
  • Doll & Richards, 147 Newbury Street
  • Grace Horne Galleries, 69 Newbury Street
  • Marie Sterner Galleries, 586 Boylston Street
  • The Art Institute of Boston, 647 Boylston Street
  • The Guild of Boston Artists, 162 Newbury Street
  • Vose Galleries, 559 Boylston Street
  • Charles Hopkinson, 589 Boylston Street
  • Grace Saltonstall, 101 Tremont Street
  • Paintings of the Nautilus by Ernest Fuhr, Copley Plaza
  • Ferargil Galleries, 468 Boylston Street (featuring the work of William Meyerowitz)
  • The Bostonian Society (exhibiting Boston prints and engravings)
  • The Society of Arts and Crafts, 138 Newbury Street

Important Exhibition

An important exhibition of eighteenth-century French paintings and drawings is highlighted. It opens at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, on Monday, February 16, 1931. The exhibition features several examples of furniture and art from this period.

The exhibition will be displayed in connection with Professor Paul J. Sachs’s course in the history of prints. Contributions to the exhibition come from:

  • Sir Joseph Duveen of New York
  • Sir R. Witt of London
  • F. Kleinberger of Paris
  • Wildenstein of Paris

Featured Artwork

The image included in the document is titled "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert, which is part of the exhibition mentioned.

This document provides a transcript from February 11, 1931, detailing the schedule and notable highlights of the art exhibitions in Boston at that time.

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The image shows a page from a document dated February 11, 1931. The document appears to be a transcript or a news clipping that discusses current art exhibitions.

The top left section of the page has a heading "Current Exhibitions" and includes a brief article about art exhibitions held at public or semi-public galleries. It mentions that these exhibitions are intended to be educational and accessible to the public, and they are not for commercial purposes. The article highlights an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, which features a selection of French paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Fragonard, Boucher, Greuze, Corot, Millet, and others.

Below this article, there is a smaller section that provides additional information about an important exhibition of 18th-century French paintings at the Fogg Museum. This exhibition, opening on February 16, is described as significant due to its connection with Professor Paul J. Sachs, who has a notable collection of French art. The exhibition includes works from the collections of Mr. Joseph Duveen of New York and Mr. Chester Dale of New York and Paris.

On the right side of the page, there is an image of a painting titled "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert. The caption indicates that this painting is included in the exhibition of 18th-century French art at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.

The document is marked with the word "Transcript" and the date "February 11, 1931" handwritten at the bottom left. There are also some handwritten annotations in the top right corner, which appear to be a reference number or cataloging information.

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You're looking at an image of a beige-colored, aged paper page with three separate newspaper clippings and a typed note adhered to it. Each clipping contains text, and one includes an image of artwork.

In the top left, there's a small clipping titled "Current Exhibitions," detailing various art exhibitions. It mentions locations such as the Museum of Fine Arts, and refer to the dates the exhibitions were held.

To the right, a larger clipping features an image captioned "The Old Bridge"—By Hubert Robert, referenced as included in an Exhibition of Eighteenth Century French Art which opened at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.

Below the first clipping on the left, there is a smaller snippet about an important exhibition of eighteenth-century French painting, which presumably is related to the larger clipping on the right.

At the bottom left of the page, there is a small, typed note with the word "Transcript" followed by a date: "February 11, 1931."

The page has three punched holes on the left margin, suggesting it was once part of a binder or folder. Handwritten text in pencil can be seen in the bottom right corner, likely referencing either a catalog number or a date.

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This image shows a scrapbook page featuring three pieces of newspaper clippings.

  1. The top left corner has a clipping titled "Current Exhibitions," which lists art exhibitions on display, including ongoing exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts, the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and other venues.

  2. The center of the page features a clipping with a photograph or illustration of a painting called "The Old Bridge" by Hubert Robert. The caption indicates that this painting is included in an exhibition of eighteenth-century French art at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

  3. Near the bottom left of the page is another clipping, providing details about the same eighteenth-century French art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, mentioning that the exhibition includes French paintings, sculptures, and furniture. The exhibition is connected with Professor Paul J. Sachs's course in the History of French Art and includes works by Joseph Duveen of New York and London and Felix Wildenstein of Paris.

Handwritten text is visible on the page with the note "Transcript February 11, 1931" indicating the date of the newspaper entries or when they were transcribed or collected.

The page has holes punched on the left-hand side, suggesting that it is part of a larger scrapbook or binder.

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The image depicts a page from a publication or catalog titled "Current Exhibitions", likely from a museum or art institution. The page is dated February 11, 1931, as indicated by handwritten text at the bottom. It features two main sections:

Left Section:

  • Title: "Current Exhibitions"
  • Content: A list of various art exhibitions and events, including details such as dates, locations, and descriptions. The text mentions exhibitions at institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts, Penn Art Museum, and others. Specific exhibitions highlighted include:
    • An exhibition of Eighteenth-century French painting and sculpture at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, opening on Monday, February 16.
    • The exhibition is described as an important display of French art, featuring works from notable lenders such as Sir Joseph Duveen of New York and Felix Wildenstein of Paris.

Right Section:

  • Image: A black-and-white illustration or photograph titled "The Old Bridge" — By Hubert Robert.
  • Caption: The image is noted as being included in an Exhibition of Eighteenth Century French Art, which opens Monday at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.
  • The illustration depicts a grand, historic bridge with architectural details, possibly a castle or fortress in the background, suggesting a romanticized or classical scene typical of 18th-century French art.

Overall Context:

The page serves as a promotional or informational piece, advertising upcoming exhibitions and highlighting a specific artwork by Hubert Robert. The inclusion of the painting "The Old Bridge" suggests its significance in the exhibition, and the mention of lenders indicates the prestige and importance of the displayed art. The handwritten note at the bottom ("Transcript February 11, 1931") implies that this page may have been part of a transcript or record of events or exhibitions from that time.

The design and layout are formal and typical of early 20th-century museum or art institution publications.

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A page from a document contains information about current exhibitions. The page is dated February 11, 1981. The document includes information about an exhibition of French eighteenth-century paintings. The document also includes information about an exhibition of prints by Alexander Cozens, Joseph Linden Smith, and Patrick Joseph Duveen, which is on display at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University. The document also includes information about an exhibition of paintings by the Naimbres Ensemble, which is on display at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.