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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794237

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The image shows a piece of aged, yellowed paper with text printed on it. The paper appears to be an announcement or notice for an event. The text on the paper reads:

"Lecture on Versailles
An illustrated lecture will be given in the Fogg Art Museum this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock by Monsieur Maurice Maunoury, Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles, on 'Versailles: Part II.'

Crimson April 8, 1931"

The text is printed in a formal, typewritten style. The paper is hole-punched on the left side, suggesting it was once part of a bound document or notebook. The date "April 8, 1931" is handwritten in black ink below the printed text. The overall condition of the paper indicates it is quite old, likely from the early 20th century as indicated by the date.

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The image shows a light yellow, slightly curved, and punched-on-the-left-side sheet of paper. At the top, there is a clipped newspaper article with the heading "Lecture on Versailles." The article announces that an illustrated lecture will be given in French by M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupré, Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles, on "Versailles: L'art et l'Histoire" at the Fogg Art Museum that afternoon at 4:30 o'clock.

Below the clipped article, there is a handwritten note that reads: "Crimson April 8 1931." The handwriting appears to be in black or dark ink. The sheet seems to be part of a binder or a collection, as indicated by the three holes punched on the left side. The paper has some light creases, and the edges show slight signs of wear.

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The image shows a notice for a lecture event. Here are the details:

  • Title: Lecture on Versailles
  • Language: The lecture will be given in French.
  • Speaker: M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupré, who is the "Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles" (Assistant Curator at the Versailles Museum).
  • Topic: "Versailles: l'art et l'Histoire" (Versailles: Art and History).
  • Location: The lecture will take place at the Fogg Art Museum, specifically in the room "l'Histoire."
  • Time: The event is scheduled for this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock.
  • Date: The date written at the bottom is April 8, 1931, noted in crimson ink.

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The image shows a document, likely a typewritten sheet of paper, with the following information:

At the top of the page, the heading reads "Lecture on Versailles."

Below the heading, there is a notice that states:
"An illustrated lecture will be given in French by M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupre, Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles, on 'Versailles: l'art et l'Histoire' at the Fogg Art Museum this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock."

In the bottom right corner of the page, handwritten in ink, is the date "Crimson April 8 1931."

The document appears to be part of a collection or archive, indicated by the punched holes along the left side, which are typically used for binding in a three-ring binder or similar filing system.

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The image shows a yellowed document that appears to be an entry from an archive or a record book. The entry is titled "Lecture on Versailles." The text in the document states:

"An illustrated lecture will be given in French by M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupre', Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles, on 'Versailles: l'art et l'histoire' at the Fogg Art Museum this afternoon at 4.30 o'clock."

Handwritten in the bottom right corner is the name "Crimson" along with the date "April 8 1931."

The document seems to be part of a schedule or announcement for events held at the Fogg Art Museum, detailing a lecture on Versailles given in French by a conservator from the Musée de Versailles.

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The image depicts a single sheet of paper with a dated notice. The paper appears to be from a file or notebook, and it contains a handwritten announcement of an event. Here are the details:

  • The announcement is titled "Lecture on Versailles."
  • It mentions that an illustrated lecture will be given in French by M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupré, Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles.
  • The lecture is titled "Versailles: L’art et l’Histoire."
  • The lecture is scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock.
  • The date of the announcement is April 8, 1931.
  • The source of the announcement is labeled "Crimson."

The sheet is bound with metal clips at the top left corner and appears to be part of a larger collection, possibly in a file or binder.

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The image shows a beige-colored sheet of paper against a light background. The paper appears somewhat aged, with curled edges and a slightly uneven texture. At the upper left corner of the paper, there is a small block of text that appears to be a historical document or an archive. The text references a "Lecture on Versailles" and provides some information— it was an illustrated lecture given in French by "M. Charles Maurice" at some place referred to as the "Fogg Lecture Room." The date mentioned is "April 8, 1931," and the time given is "4:30 o'clock." There is a handwritten note below the typed text that reads, "Crimson April 8 1931", suggesting the lecture or the note was related to this date. The paper has three punched holes on the left side, indicating it was likely stored in a binder or file.

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The image is of a single, beige-colored sheet of paper with two holes punched along the left side for inserting into a binder or folder. At the upper left corner, there is a small newspaper clipping titled "Lecture on Versailles." The clipping announces an illustrated lecture to be given in French by M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupré, the conservator-in-chief at the Musée de Versailles, on "Versailles: Part of Historic Art" at the Fogg Art Museum that afternoon at 4:30 o'clock. Beneath the clipping, handwritten in black ink is "Crimson April 8, 1931," indicating the date and perhaps the source of the clipping.

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The image shows a page with a small newspaper clipping and a handwritten note beneath it.

The newspaper clipping has the header "Lecture on Versailles" and includes the following text:
"An illustrated lecture will be given in French by M. Charles Mauricheau-Beaupré, Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles, on 'Versailles: l'art et l'Histoire' at the Fogg Art Museum this afternoon at 4.30 o'clock."

Below the clipping, handwritten in ink, is the text: "Crimson April 8 1931."

The page has several holes punched along the left side, suggesting it was intended to be kept in a binder or folder. The paper itself is mostly blank except for this clipping and note.

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The image shows a printed announcement or flyer for a lecture titled "Lecture on Versailles." The document is light-colored with a slightly aged appearance, suggesting it is from an earlier time period. Here are the key details:

Content of the Announcement:

  1. Title:

    • The heading at the top reads: "Lecture on Versailles."
  2. Description:

    • The announcement states:
      "An illustrated lecture will be given in French by M. Charles Mauriceau-Desuppe, Conservateur-adjoint au Musée de Versailles, on 'Versailles: Part et l'Histoire' at the Fogg Art Museum this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock."
  3. Handwritten Notes:

    • Below the printed text, there is handwritten text that reads:
      "Crimson April 8 1931."
      This likely indicates the date and possibly the source or publisher of the announcement (e.g., "Crimson" could refer to a publication or organization).

Design and Layout:

  • The document is simple, with clean, typed text and minimal formatting.
  • The top portion contains the formal announcement in a structured format.
  • The handwritten note is in cursive, adding a personal or archival touch to the printed material.
  • There are three circular holes along the left edge of the paper, suggesting it may have been part of a binder or file system.

Contextual Clues:

  • The mention of April 8, 1931, places the event in the early 20th century.
  • The Fogg Art Museum is referenced, indicating the lecture was held at an art institution, likely part of Harvard University, as the Fogg Art Museum is associated with Harvard.
  • The lecture is described as illustrated and delivered in French, suggesting it was targeted toward an audience interested in art history or French culture.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical announcement for an academic or cultural event, emphasizing the lecture's focus on Versailles and its historical significance. The combination of printed and handwritten elements suggests it may have been preserved as part of an archive or collection.