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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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The image appears to be a scanned document from a publication titled "Harvard University Gazette," dated April 4, 1931. It contains several notices about various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The notices are organized in a grid-like format and detail exhibitions of various artworks, including watercolors, drawings, and paintings from different artists and periods.

Here's a breakdown of the content:

Top Left:

  • Fogg Art Museum
    • Loan exhibition of still life painting, until April 30.
    • Loan exhibition of Drawings and Water Colors by Gabriel-Charles Geyre, lent by the Lowell Institute through the courtesy of the trustee, A. Lawrence Lowell.
    • Exhibition of Water Colors by Margaret Laighton, extended until April 15th.

Top Right:

  • Fogg Art Museum
    • Loan Exhibition of Still Life Painting, until April 30.
    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.

Middle Left:

  • Fogg Art Museum
    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.
    • Edgar Degas — Loan Exhibition
      • An exhibition of the drawings, pastels, and paintings of Edgar Hilaire Germain Degas has been arranged by a group of students of Harvard University and Radcliffe College. This exhibition, which will be held at the Fogg Art Museum from May 9 to May 30, is intended to present the work of the master in its various aspects, showing his range and versatility.
    • Important and familiar works have been loaned by Durand-Ruel, Knoedler and Company, Mr. Adolph Lewisohn of New York City, Mr. Howard Sachs of New York City, Jacques Seligman and Company, and Wildenstein and Company. An anonymous collector has loaned a large unfinished canvas which has never before been exhibited.

Middle Right:

  • Fogg Art Museum
    • Loan Exhibition of Still Life Painting, until April 30.
    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.

Bottom Left:

  • Fogg Art Museum
    • Paintings, pastels and drawings by Edgar Degas. Loan exhibition arranged by students, until May 30.
    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.

Bottom Right:

  • Fogg Art Museum
    • Exhibition of Watercolors by Margaret Laighton.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.
    • Loan exhibition of Goya’s Etchings and Drawings, until April 1.
    • Exhibition of Watercolors and Drawings by Gleyre, until April 1.

Each box contains information about specific exhibitions, including the artists involved, the type of artworks (e.g., paintings, drawings, watercolors), and the duration of the exhibition. The document appears to be well-organized, with dates and information clearly marked for each exhibition.

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The image shows a page with multiple clippings or notices related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are arranged in two columns and provide information about various art exhibitions taking place in the early 1930s. Here is a detailed description of each notice:

Left Column:

  1. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Loan exhibition of still life painting, until April 30.
    • Loan exhibition of Drawings and Water Colors by Gabriel-Charles Geyre, lent by the Lowell Institute through the courtesy of the trustee, A. Lawrence Lowell.
    • Exhibition of Water Colors by Margaret Laighton, extended until April 15th.
    • This notice is dated April 4, 1931, and is from the Harvard University Gazette.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.
    • Edgar Degas — Loan Exhibition: An exhibition of the drawings, pastels, and paintings of Edgar Hilaire Germain Degas has been arranged by a group of students of Harvard University and Radcliffe College. This exhibition, which will be held at the Fogg Art Museum from May 9 to May 30, is intended to present the work of the master in its various aspects, showing his range and versatility.
    • Important and familiar works have been loaned by Durand-Ruel, Knoedler and Company, Mr. Adolph Lewisohn of New York City, Mr. Howard Sachs of New York City, Jacques Seligman and Company, and Wildenstein and Company. An anonymous collector has loaned a large unfinished canvas which has never before been exhibited.
  3. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Paintings, pastels and drawings by Edgar Degas. Loan exhibition arranged by students, until May 30.
    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.

Right Column:

  1. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Loan Exhibition of Still Life Painting, until April 30.
    • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.
    • This notice is dated April 11, 1931.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition of Watercolors by Margaret Laighton.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.
    • Exhibition of Watercolors and Drawings by Gleyre, until April 1.
    • This notice is dated Mar. 14, 1931.
  3. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibition of Watercolors by Margaret Laighton.
    • Exhibition of French Drawings.
    • Loan exhibition of Goya's Etchings and Drawings, until April 1.
    • Exhibition of Watercolors and Drawings by Gleyre, until April 1.
    • This notice is dated Mar. 7, 1931.

The notices are printed on a light-colored paper and have various dates and annotations written on them, indicating when and where they were clipped from. The text is neatly arranged, and the content is focused on the exhibitions of different artworks and artists at the Fogg Art Museum.

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This image displays a single, aged, light-beige sheet of paper, likely from an archival file or press clipping, with three punched holes along its left edge. The paper contains multiple, neatly trimmed newspaper clippings from the Harvard University Gazette, dated April 4, 1931, all pertaining to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

The clippings are arranged in a collage-like fashion, mostly in two columns. Their primary focus is on announcing upcoming and ongoing art exhibitions, with frequent mentions of:

  • Still Life Painting (Loan Exhibition, until April 30)
  • English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century (including works by Turner and Ruskin)
  • French Drawings
  • Watercolors by Margaret Laighton
  • Watercolors and Drawings by Gabriel-Charles Gleyre

A prominent and longer clipping details a major student-arranged Loan Exhibition of paintings, pastels, and drawings by Edgar Degas, scheduled to run from May 9 to May 30, 1931. This article notes the exhibition was organized by students from Harvard University and Radcliffe College and includes important works loaned by prominent collectors and institutions such as Durand-Ruel, Knoedler & Company, Adolph Lewisohn, Howard Sachs, and Jacques Seligman & Company.

Handwritten annotations in pencil and ink are visible on the clippings and the surrounding paper, serving as editorial or archival notes. These include dates such as "Apr 11 1931," "Mar 14 1931," and "Mar 7 1931," along with phrases like "for Mar 9" and "for Mar 16," which likely indicate when these clippings were filed or when the events they reference were scheduled.

Overall, the document serves as a historical record of the Fogg Art Museum’s 1931 exhibition program, particularly highlighting the significant Degas exhibition and the museum's active loan and student engagement initiatives. The aged paper and handwritten notes suggest it is part of a curator's or historian’s personal file.

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The image appears to be a page from an old newspaper or magazine with several announcements and advertisements related to art exhibitions and events. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The page is divided into several sections with headings such as "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE". The text is printed in black ink on a light beige or cream-colored paper.

The main content of the page consists of announcements for various art exhibitions happening at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here are the details:

  1. Loan Exhibition of Still Life Painting by Gabriel-Charles Gleyre, lent by the Lowell Institute through the courtesy of the trustee, A. Lawrence Lowell. The exhibition runs until April 30th.

  2. Exhibition of Water Colors by Margaret Laughton, extended until April 1st.

  3. Loan Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.

  4. Exhibition of French Drawings.

  5. Edgar Degas - Loan Exhibition. An exhibition of drawings, pastels, and paintings of Edgar Hilaire Germain Degas has been arranged by a group of students of Harvard University and the Radcliffe College. The exhibition will be held at the Fogg Art Museum from May 9th to May 30th, intended to present the work of the master in its various aspects, showing his range and versatility.

  6. Important and familiar works have been loaned by Durand-Ruel, Knoedler and Company, Mr. Adolph Lewisohn of New York City, Mr. Howard Sachs of New York and Company, and Jacques Seligmann and Company. An anonymous collector has loaned a large unfinished canvas which has never before been exhibited.

  7. Loan exhibition arranged by students of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, including important examples by Turner and Ruskin. Exhibition of French Drawings.

  8. Exhibition of Watercolors by Margaret Laughton.

  9. Exhibition of French Drawings.

  10. Loan exhibition of Goya's Etchings and Drawings, until April 1st.

  11. Exhibition of Watercolors and Drawings by Gleyre, until April 1st.

The page also contains some handwritten notes and annotations in the margins, possibly made by a reader or researcher.

Overall, the image depicts a page from a publication announcing various art exhibitions and events happening at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in the early 20th century.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper that contains several news articles. The articles are about various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The articles are arranged in a grid-like format, with each article occupying a rectangular space. The articles are written in black ink on a white background, and they are separated by horizontal lines. The articles are titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and "Harvard University Gazette." The articles are dated April 4, 1931, and March 17, 1931.

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The image depicts a collection of typed notices or announcements from the Fogg Art Museum, likely from the early 20th century, as indicated by the handwritten annotations and the overall design. The notices are printed on a single sheet of paper, with multiple copies or versions stacked or layered, suggesting they were distributed or preserved for archival purposes.

Key Details:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of each notice prominently displays "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold, centered text.
  2. Exhibition Announcements:

    • The notices detail various art exhibitions being held at the Fogg Art Museum, with specific dates and featured artists or themes.
    • The exhibitions include:
      • Loan Exhibition of Still Life Painting: Running until April 30, featuring works lent by the Lowell Institute through the courtesy of the trustee, A. Lawrence Lowell.
      • Exhibition of Watercolors by Margaret Laughton: Extended until April 13th.
      • Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century: Including important examples by Turner and Ruskin.
      • Exhibition of French Drawings.
      • Exhibition of Edgar Degas – Loan Exhibition: Featuring drawings, pastels, and paintings by Edgar Degas, arranged by a group of Harvard University and Radcliffe College students. The exhibition runs from May 9 to May 30 and is intended to showcase Degas's range and versatility.
      • Exhibition of Watercolors by Gleyre: Running until April 1.
      • Loan Exhibition of Goya’s Etchings and Drawings: Running until April 1.
  3. Handwritten Annotations:

    • The notices have handwritten markings, including dates (e.g., "April 4, 1931," "Nov. 7, 1931," "Nov. 14, 1931") and other notations such as "gos 9," "gos 16," and "Nov. 7." These annotations suggest the notices were cataloged, dated, or reviewed at a later time, possibly for archival or reference purposes.
    • The handwritten text appears in different colors (e.g., blue and black), indicating different annotators or purposes for the markings.
  4. Layout and Format:

    • The notices are typed in a clean, formal style typical of early 20th-century printing.
    • Each notice is separated by a small margin, and the text is aligned neatly, with clear headings and bullet points for clarity.
    • The sheet appears slightly worn, with visible creases and minor discoloration, indicating age and handling.
  5. Contextual Clues:

    • The reference to the Harvard University Gazette at the top of the sheet suggests these notices were intended for distribution within the Harvard University community.
    • The exhibitions mentioned reflect a focus on European art, particularly British and French artists, indicating the Fogg Art Museum's role in showcasing international art collections.

Summary:

The image shows a historical document from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing various art exhibitions scheduled for April and May of 1931. The notices highlight loan exhibitions of still life paintings, watercolors, and drawings by notable artists such as Turner, Ruskin, Degas, and Goya. Handwritten annotations suggest the document was later cataloged or reviewed, likely for archival or administrative purposes. The overall presentation reflects the formal and organized nature of museum communications from that era.

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This image appears to be a collection of archival documents or possibly clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum. Each document features an announcement or a brief about art exhibitions at the museum, with various dates and years mentioned—such as 1931. The exhibitions cover a range of artworks including still life paintings, English watercolours of the early Nineteenth Century, French drawings, and others. Notable details mentioned include loans from various collectors, galleries, and mentions of artists like Turner and Ruskin. The papers are aged and show some discoloration, and there are handwritten annotations on some of them, likely indicating dates or referencing information for cataloging or research purposes.

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This image shows a page with multiple typed excerpts, each detailing different art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The excerpts include various exhibition titles and descriptions of the artworks on display, mentioning specific types such as still life paintings, English watercolors, French drawings, and works by Edgar Degas. It also notes important dates for the exhibitions, with handwritten annotations marking the dates such as "April 14, 1931", "Nov 14, 1931", and others. The page appears to be a compilation of announcements or advertisements for various art shows. The text is typed in a formal, organized manner, with some sections framed or highlighted in color to differentiate between different exhibition details, and it has three holes punched on the left side, suggesting it is meant to be stored in a binder.

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A pale beige sheet with eight small, clipped notices pasted in two columns. Each notice is headed “FOGG ART MUSEUM” in uppercase and describes a loan exhibition (often still life painting, English watercolors of the Early Nineteenth Century, French drawings, etc.). A few slips mention artists like Degas and Turner/Ruskin, and several include dates (April 1931, March 1931, etc.). Handwritten notes run along the left margin, including a line that reads “Harvard University Gazette April 2, 1931.” The page has three punched holes on the left edge and a slightly curled bottom edge, suggesting it was bound or filed in a binder. The overall impression is an archival exhibition notice page from Fog Art Museum dating to 1931.

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This image shows a piece of paper containing typed and handwritten text, formatted as announcements or summaries of exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The content appears to be from a publication titled Harvard University Gazette from various dates in 1931. The paper details exhibitions of watercolor and other artworks by artists such as Margaret Leighton, Gabriel-Charles Gleyre, Edgar Degas, and English watercolorists of the 19th century, including Turner and Ruskin.

The page includes sections written in a uniform font, organized into boxes or paragraphs, some with small handwritten annotations in the margins noting dates. The paper appears slightly aged and has visible three-hole punches along the left side, suggesting it might have been kept in a binder. The announcements mention exhibition dates, such as those extending until May or April 1931, and include details about the artworks and loans from collectors or collections.