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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794207

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The image appears to be a historical document, possibly a memo or announcement, dated Tuesday, March 3, 1931. It is from the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University, and provides details about various lectures scheduled for that day. The content is organized into two sections on the paper and includes:

  1. Faculty of Arts and Sciences Meeting:

    • Meeting time and location: 5:00 P.M. in the University.
    • Lectures:
      • "The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics" by Professor John Dewey of Columbia University and William James Lecturer on Philosophy, in Emerson D at 4:00 P.M.
      • "Art and the Nature of Experience" by Professor John Dewey.
    • An illustrated lecture titled "Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty" by Mrs. Florence Ayscough at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 P.M.
  2. Harvard Philosophical Club Lecture:

    • Dr. J.W. Miller speaking on "The Principle of Certain Simplicity" in Emerson 23 at 8:00 P.M.

Additionally, there is a smaller announcement at the bottom of the page about Mrs. Florence Ayscough giving a lecture on "Court Life Under the T'ang Dynasty" at the Fogg Art Museum.

The paper shows signs of age, with some discoloration and a tear near the bottom, suggesting it is from an older collection. The document has perforations on the left side, indicating it was likely part of a binder or folder.

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This image is of an old, beige-colored paper with printed text and handwritten annotations. The paper appears to be a schedule or program for academic events, specifically for Tuesday, March 3. The text is typed and includes details about lectures and meetings.

Top Section:

  • Date and Time: "TUESDAY, MARCH 3" is prominently displayed at the top.
  • Events:
    • A meeting of the "FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES" is scheduled in "University 5, 4 P.M."
    • A lecture on "The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics," specifically part II, "Art and the Nature of Experience," by Professor John Dewey of Columbia University, is scheduled in "Emerson D, 4 P.M."
    • An illustrated lecture on "Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty" by Mrs. Florence Ayscough is scheduled at the "Fogg Art Museum, 4.30 P.M."
    • A lecture by the "HARVARD PHILOSOPHICAL CLUB" on "The Principle of Certain Simplicity" by Dr. J. W. Miller is scheduled in "Emerson 23, 8 P.M."

Bottom Section:

  • Additional Information: There is a smaller section providing more details about the lecture by Mrs. Florence Ayscough at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that she is an author and translator of books about China and will use lantern slides painted by Lucille Douglass for her presentation.

Handwritten Annotations:

  • The paper has some handwritten notes on the left side, including "H U C" and "FEB. 28 1931," which might indicate when the paper was filed or referenced.
  • There is also a tear or crease near the bottom left corner of the paper.

The overall appearance of the paper suggests it is an archival document, possibly from a university or academic institution, detailing events from the early 20th century.

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This image shows a single, aged, off-white sheet of paper from a binder or file, identifiable by three punched holes along its left edge. The paper is visibly worn, with yellowed edges, some creasing, and minor tears, especially along the bottom and left margins. A small piece of blue tape is visible near the bottom tear.

The document contains two distinct printed items pasted onto the sheet:

  1. Main Announcement (Top): A larger, rectangular clipping with the heading "TUESDAY, MARCH 3". It lists several academic events for that day:

    • Faculty of Arts and Sciences: A meeting at 4 P.M. in University 5.
    • Lectures on “The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics": Featuring Professor John Dewey and William James, at 4 P.M. in Emerson D.
    • Illustrated Lecture: “Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty.” By Mrs. Florence Ayscough, at 4:30 P.M. at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Harvard Philosophical Club: “The Principle of Certain Simplicity” by Dr. J. W. Miller, at 8 P.M. in Emerson 23.
  2. Newspaper Clipping (Bottom Left): A smaller, rectangular clipping with the headline "At the Fogg, About China". It provides a brief summary of the lecture mentioned above, identifying Mrs. Florence Ayscough as an author and translator of books on China, and noting that her lecture will include lantern slides painted by Lucille Douglass. It also mentions she is known as both a lecturer and writer on Chinese life.

Handwritten Annotations:

  • In the top left corner, the initials "H U. G." are written, followed by the date "Feb-28 1931".
  • Below the newspaper clipping, a fainter, cursive annotation reads: "Thanks Feb 28 1931".

The overall impression is that of an archival document, likely a program or notice, preserved by an individual who annotated it with a date and a note of thanks. The content strongly suggests this is from Harvard University, referencing specific departments, buildings (Emerson, University 5), and the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image is a scanned copy of a printed document, likely a schedule or announcement for a series of lectures and events. The document is dated "Tuesday, March 3," and it contains information about various lectures and meetings scheduled for that day. The events are organized by different institutions or clubs, including the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Harvard Philosophical Club.

The top section of the document lists several lectures, including "The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics" by Professor John Dewey and William James, an illustrated lecture by Mrs. Florence Ayscough about "Court Life Under the T'ang Dynasty," and a lecture by Dr. J. W. Miller on "The Principle of Certain Simplicity."

There is also a smaller, separate section in the middle of the document that appears to be an announcement about a lecture by Mrs. Florence Ayscough, who is described as a translator and author of books about China. The announcement states that she will lecture at the Fogg Art Museum on "Court Life Under the T'ang Dynasty," accompanied by lantern slides painted by Lucille Douglass.

The document has a slightly worn and aged appearance, with some tears and discoloration, indicating that it is an older printed document. The text is printed in a typewriter font, which was common for printed materials in the early to mid-20th century.

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The image shows a page from a calendar or event schedule. The page is dated Tuesday, March 3, 1931. The page lists various events and lectures that will take place on that day. The events include lectures on art and aesthetics, the nature of experience, philosophy, and the T'ang Dynasty. There is also an illustrated lecture on the T'ang Dynasty and a lecture on the principle of certain simplicity. The page also mentions a lecture by Mrs. Florence Ayscough, who will speak about China and her experiences living there. The page has a few holes and some text that is difficult to read, indicating that it may be an old or worn-out page.

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The image depicts a typed document that appears to be a program or announcement for a series of lectures and events scheduled for Tuesday, March 3. The document is formatted with a structured layout and includes details about various academic and cultural events. Here is a breakdown of the content:

Header Information

  • Date: Tuesday, March 3
  • Faculty of Arts and Sciences Meeting: Scheduled for 5 P.M. at University Hall.

Lectures and Events

  1. Lectures on "The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics"

    • Part II: "Art and the Nature of Experience"
      • Speaker: Professor John Dewey of Columbia University
      • Co-Speaker: William James Lecturer on Philosophy
      • Location: Emerson D, 4 P.M.
  2. Illustrated Lecture: "Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty"

    • Speaker: Mrs. Florence Ayscough
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum, 4:30 P.M.
  3. Harvard Philosophical Club Lecture: "The Principle of Certain Simplicity"

    • Speaker: Dr. J. W. Miller
    • Location: Emerson 23, 5:30 P.M.

Additional Information

  • At the Fogg, About China: A paragraph below the main schedule provides further context about Mrs. Florence Ayscough. It highlights her expertise as an author and translator of books about China. It mentions that she will lecture at the Fogg Art Museum on Thursday afternoon at 4 P.M. on the topic "Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty," featuring lantern slides painted by Luclie Douglass. It also notes that she is known as a lecturer and writer on Chinese life.

Physical Characteristics of the Document

  • Condition: The document shows signs of wear, including creases, tears, and stains, suggesting it is an older or well-used piece of paper.
  • Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten annotations in the top left corner, including "HUC FEB.28 '93" and "FEB.28 '93," which may indicate a date or reference.
  • Formatting: The text is neatly typed, with clear headings and bullet points for each event.

Overall Context

The document serves as an announcement for a series of academic and cultural events, likely aimed at students, faculty, or the general public interested in philosophy, art, and Chinese culture. The inclusion of specific times, locations, and speaker details suggests it was intended for distribution to inform attendees about upcoming lectures and activities. The mention of lantern slides and visual aids indicates an effort to enhance the educational experience.

This document reflects early 20th-century academic programming, with a focus on interdisciplinary topics and cultural exploration.

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The image presents a scanned document featuring a list of lectures, likely from the 1930s, with a focus on art, philosophy, and literature. The document is yellowed and torn, suggesting its age.

  • Date and Location
    • The document is dated Tuesday, March 3.
    • It appears to be from the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University.
  • Lecture Schedule
    • The schedule includes three lectures:
      • "Lectures on 'The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics'" by Professor John Dewey of Columbia University, and William James Lecturer on Philosophy, Emerson D, at 4 p.m.
      • "Illustrated Lecture: 'Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty'" by Mrs. Florence Ayscough at 4:30 p.m.
      • "Harvard Philosophical Club: 'The Principle of Certain Simplicity'" by Dr. J.W. Miller at 8 p.m.
  • Additional Information
    • A small note at the bottom of the page mentions an event at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring Mrs. Florence Ayscough discussing books about China.
  • Document Condition
    • The document is yellowed and torn, indicating its age.
    • There are handwritten notes and dates on the page, suggesting that it was used for reference or record-keeping.

In summary, the image shows a scanned document from the 1930s, featuring a list of lectures on art, philosophy, and literature at Harvard University. The document is yellowed and torn, but it provides valuable information about the events and speakers of the time.

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This image depicts a page from a calendar or schedule, featuring a list of events for Tuesday, March 3. The page is yellowed and has holes punched along the left side, indicating it was once part of a binder.

At the top of the page, the date "TUESDAY, MARCH 3" is prominently displayed in bold text. Below this, two sections outline the events for the day:

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

  • Meeting in University 5 at 4 p.m.
  • Lectures on "The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics" by Professor John Dewey of Columbia University and William James Lecturer on Philosophy Emerson D. at 4 p.m.
  • Illustrated Lecture: "Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty" by Mrs. Florence Ayscough at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 p.m.
  • Harvard Philosophical Club: "The Principle of Certain Simplicity" by Dr. J.W. Miller at Emerson 23 at 8 p.m.

A small newspaper clipping is attached to the page, providing additional information about an upcoming event:

At the Fogg, About China

Mrs. Florence Ayscough, author and translator of a number of books about China, will lecture at the Fogg Art Museum next Tuesday afternoon at four-thirty on "Court Life Under the T'ang Dynasty," with lantern slides painted by Lucille Douglass. She is known as a lecturer as well as a writer on Chinese life.

The background of the image is a light gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the page. Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the academic and cultural events that took place on a specific day in the past.

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The image depicts a yellowed, aged piece of paper with a list of events scheduled for Tuesday, March 3. The paper is torn and worn, featuring several holes punched along its left edge, indicating that it was once part of a binder or notebook.

At the top of the page, the date "TUESDAY, MARCH 3" is prominently displayed in bold text. Below this, a list of events is presented in a formal font, including:

  • A meeting of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences
  • Lectures on various topics, such as "The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics" and "Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty"
  • A meeting of the Harvard Philosophical Club

A smaller, rectangular piece of paper is attached to the main page, containing additional information about one of the lectures. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the aged appearance of the paper.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or archive, possibly from a university or academic institution. The content suggests that it may be related to a specific event or series of events that took place on March 3, although the exact year is not specified.

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The image presents a scanned document, likely a page from a binder or folder, featuring a typed schedule of events for Tuesday, March 3. The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging, including tears, holes, and handwritten notes.

  • Header
    • The header of the page displays the date "TUESDAY, MARCH 3" in bold text.
    • Below the date, the text reads "FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES. Meeting in University 5, 4 P.M."
  • Events
    • The first event is listed as "LECTURES ON 'The Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics.' II. 'Art and the Nature of Experience.' Professor JOHN DEWEY, of Columbia University, and William James Lecturer on Philosophy. Emerson D, 4 P.M."
    • The second event is an "ILLUSTRATED LECTURE. 'Court Life under the T'ang Dynasty.' Mrs. FLORENCE AYSCough. Fogg Art Museum, 4:30 P.M."
    • The third event is titled "HARVARD PHILOSOPHICAL CLUB. 'The Principle of Certain Simplicity.' Dr. J. W. MILLER. Emerson 23, 8 P.M."
  • Newspaper Clipping
    • A small newspaper clipping is attached to the page, featuring an article about Mrs. Florence Ayscough's lecture at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The article describes Mrs. Ayscough as an author and translator of several books about China, who will be lecturing on "Court Life Under the T'ang Dynasty" with lantern slides painted by Lucille Douglass.
  • Handwritten Notes
    • The page features handwritten notes in the top-left corner, including "H U C," "Feb 28," and "1931."
    • Additional handwritten notes are visible on the left side of the page, reading "Feb 28 1931" and "Tuesday."

In summary, the image depicts a scanned document from 1931, detailing a schedule of events for Tuesday, March 3, including lectures on philosophy, art, and Chinese culture. The page shows signs of wear and tear, with handwritten notes and a newspaper clipping attached.