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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794312

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The image appears to be a scan of a page from a publication, likely a newspaper or a brochure, from the year 1931. The page is dated "Dec. 6 1931" in the bottom right corner, which may indicate the date of printing or publication. The text is divided into several sections, each discussing different exhibitions and events related to art:

  1. Japanese Art Exhibit: This section mentions an exhibit of Japanese mirrors, scrolls, and pottery at the Fogg Museum. It notes that the exhibit was arranged by Charles Bain Hoyt and that there are guided tours at 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM every Sunday. The exhibit runs through December.

  2. Fogg Art Museum: This section lists the exhibitions currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum, including European prints and engravings, old Japanese temple paintings, Buddhist paintings, architectural drawings by Walter Cope, new Mayan objects, and 17th-century prints. The text also mentions the Fogg Museum's collection of Japanese art for the month of December.

  3. Forthcoming Exhibitions: This section details upcoming exhibitions, including the Guild of Boston Artists' exhibition, watercolor shows by Thomas S. LaFarge, and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, the Hathaway House, and the Studio Workshop. It also mentions a decorative wall panel exhibition at the New England Conservatory of Music.

The page is slightly aged, with a yellowish tint to the paper and some minor wear, which suggests it is an authentic historical document. The publication has been hole-punched, likely for filing or bookmarking.

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The image shows a page with three separate newspaper clippings pasted on it. The page has four holes punched along the left edge, suggesting it was part of a binder or notebook.

  1. Left Top Clipping:

    • Title: "Japanese Art Exhibit"
    • Content: This clipping discusses a collection of Japanese art on exhibit at the Fogg Museum through the month of December. It mentions a remarkable collection of Japanese mirrors, scrolls, and pottery lent by Charles Bain Hoyt, who arranged the exhibit. The clipping also notes that every Sunday, trips through the museum will be conducted at 2:30 and 3:30 o'clock, led by museum staff. The clipping is dated "Dec. 8 1931."
  2. Left Bottom Clipping:

    • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: This clipping lists various exhibitions currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum, including European prints and engravings of the 15th and 16th centuries, old Japanese Temple paintings, Buddhist paintings, architectural drawings by Walter Cope, new Mayan objects, and 17th century prints. The clipping is dated "Dec. 18 1931."
  3. Right Clipping:

    • Title: "FORTHCOMING EXHIBITIONS"
    • Content: This clipping provides information about upcoming exhibitions at various art venues. It mentions a private view of Marguerite Pearson's exhibition at the Guild of Boston Artists, watercolors by Thomas S. LaFarge at the Copley Gallery, old Japanese temple paintings at the Fogg Art Museum, antique trays at the Hathaway house, and modern watercolors at the Studio workshop. The clipping also includes details about an exhibition of decorative wall panels in batik by Armando Arena at the New England Conservatory of Music. The clipping is dated "Dec. 6 1931."

The page itself has a handwritten note at the bottom right corner that reads "Herald Dec. 6 1931." The overall condition of the page appears aged, with a yellowish tint, indicating it is from the early 1930s.

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This image displays a single, aged, off-white page, likely from a newspaper or newsletter, with three distinct columns of typewritten and printed text, as well as a few handwritten notes. The page is bound with three visible hole punches along its left margin, suggesting it was stored in a binder.

Here is a detailed description of the content:

Left Column: "Japanese Art Exhibit"
This section announces a special exhibition of Japanese art at the Fogg Museum during December 1931. It highlights a remarkable collection of Japanese mirrors, scrolls, and pottery on loan from Charles Bain Hoyt, who arranged the exhibit. It also notes that guided trips through the museum will be offered every Sunday at 2:30 and 3:30 PM, conducted by museum staff.

Handwritten Note (Left Column):
Below this text, there is a faint, cursive handwritten note: "Chas. Bain Hoyt Dec 8 1931".

Middle Column: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
This section lists the permanent or current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including:

  • European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries
  • Old Japanese Temple paintings
  • Buddhist paintings
  • Architectural drawings by Walter Cope
  • New Mayan objects
  • 17th-century prints

Handwritten Note (Middle Column):
Beneath this list, another cursive note reads: "N. D. Dec. 18 1931".

Right Column: "FORTHCOMING EXHIBITIONS"
This column, set against a light orange or tan-colored background, details upcoming exhibits in the Boston area:

  • A private viewing of Marguerite Pearson’s exhibition at the Guild of Boston Artists.
  • An exhibition of watercolors by Thomas S. LaFarge at the Copley gallery from December 7–18.
  • A showing of old Japanese temple paintings at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, opening the next day (implied to be December 19, 1931).
  • An exhibition of antique trays reproduced and restored by Mrs. W. H. Blood, Jr., at the Hathaway House through December 18.
  • Modern watercolors by Harley Perkins, Suzanne Nully, Prescott Jones, and others at the Studio workshop through December 23.
  • An invitation from the New England Conservatory of Music for an exhibition of decorative wall panels by Armando Arena. It also announces that Mr. Arena will give an informal talk on December 8, from 11 A.M. to 5 P.M., discussing methods, materials, and artistic possibilities of his medium. The article notes that one of Arena’s works, "Dancing Satyr," will hang permanently in Dunster Hall, Harvard University.

Handwritten Note (Right Column):
At the bottom of the orange column, there is a faint, barely legible handwritten note that appears to say: "Record Dec 8 1931".

Overall Condition:
The paper shows signs of aging, with a yellowed tint and slightly uneven, possibly torn or trimmed, right edge. The typewritten text is clear and legible, while the handwritten notes are in a lighter ink, appearing faded with time.

This document serves as a historical record of art exhibitions and cultural events in Boston, specifically at the Fogg Museum and surrounding institutions, in December 1931. The inclusion of handwritten annotations suggests it was used or referenced by an individual—possibly Charles Bain Hoyt or someone associated with the Fogg Museum—tracking exhibition dates and details.

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The image is a document that appears to be a newsletter or a press release from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The document contains information about upcoming exhibitions at the museum and mentions a Japanese art exhibit. The text is written in black ink on a white background, and it is divided into two sections. The left section provides details about the Japanese art exhibit, while the right section lists other upcoming exhibitions at the museum. The document also includes dates and times for the exhibitions and mentions the names of individuals involved in organizing the events. The overall tone of the document is informative and promotional, highlighting the museum's diverse collection and events.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper with two columns of text. The left column is titled "Japanese Art Exhibit," and the right column is titled "Forthcoming Exhibitions." The text is printed in black on a white background, and the page has a slightly yellowish tint, indicating that it might be an old newspaper. There are also two small holes on the left side of the page, possibly from binding.

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Description of the Image:

The image shows a typed document, likely a museum announcement or informational flyer, printed on aged, light beige paper. The document is dated December 8, 1931, and appears to be an official notice from the Fogg Art Museum. The text is organized into several sections, providing details about upcoming exhibitions and events.

Main Content:

  1. Japanese Art Exhibit:

    • The document announces a Japanese Art Exhibit currently on display at the Fogg Museum through the month of December.
    • The exhibit features a remarkable collection of Japanese mirrors and scrolls, as well as pottery lent by Charles Bain Hoyt.
    • The exhibit was arranged by Mr. Thomas S. La Farge.
    • Guided Tours: Every Sunday, guided tours through the museum will be conducted at 2:30 o'clock. These tours will be led by members of the museum staff.
  2. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition:

    • The museum currently has on exhibition a variety of artworks, including:
      • European Prints and Engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries.
      • Old Japanese Temple Paintings from the 15th and 16th centuries.
      • Buddhist Paintings and Architectural Drawings by Walter Cope.
      • New Mayan Objects.
      • 17th-century Prints.
  3. Forthcoming Exhibitions:

    • The document lists several upcoming exhibitions and events:
      • Guild of Boston Artists: An exhibition will open tomorrow with a private view in the afternoon. Margaret Peirson, the museum's art school director, will host a view-through for several years' members.
      • Thomas S. La Farge Exhibition: A third Boston exhibition will open at the Copley Gallery on December 7–18, featuring Mr. La Farge's third Boston exhibition.
      • Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge: An exhibition of Japanese temple paintings will open tomorrow for the month of December.
      • Hathaway House Antiques: An exhibition of antique trays produced and restored by Mrs. W. H. Blood, Jr., of Wellesley, will be exhibited through December 18 at the Hathaway House.
      • Studio Workshop, Boston Society of Modern Water Colors: A workshop by Hadley Perkins will take place at the Studio Workshop.
      • New England Conservatory of Music: An exhibition of modern prints by artists including John Singer Sargent and others will be displayed in the Music Lab.
      • Brown Hall of the New Students' Building: An exhibition of creative wall panels in ink by Desmond Arena, Jr., will be shown.
      • Armand Hammer Collection: A talk on the Armand Hammer Collection will be given by Mr. A. M. O. P. M. at 4 o'clock on Tuesday, December 22, in the Lecture Hall.
      • Arthur Dow: A demonstration of methods to oriental art will be conducted on the walls of the Robinson Gallery.
      • Mr. Arena's Recent Work: A group of recent works by Mr. Arena will be exhibited at the Robinson Gallery.
      • Dancing Gallery: One of Mr. Arena's works, "The Dancing Gallery," will be permitted to hang permanently in Dunster Hall, Harvard University.

Additional Details:

  • The document is signed at the bottom by Crescere Dic, dated December 8, 1931.
  • Handwritten notes are visible in the margins, including:
    • "NAB Dec. 18 1931" near the top left.
    • "Herself Dec. 6 1931" near the bottom right.
  • The paper has visible three circular perforations along the left edge, suggesting it may have been part of a bound document or archive.

Overall Impression:

The document serves as an informational bulletin for museum-goers, detailing current and upcoming exhibitions, guided tours, and special events. The formal tone and structured layout indicate its official nature, likely intended for public distribution or archival purposes. The inclusion of handwritten notes suggests it may have been reviewed or annotated by someone after its initial printing.

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The image displays a beige paper sheet with what appear to be two newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The sheet is part of a collection or archive, as indicated by markings such as a handwritten note at the bottom right corner that reads "Herald Nov. 6, 1931" and a stamp at the bottom left corner that says "Guaranteed Dec. 8, 1931". There are also two hole punches on the left edge of the paper, suggesting it may have been stored in a binder.

The first newspaper clipping, titled "Japanese Art Exhibit," discusses a collection of Japanese art on exhibit at the Fogg Museum, including screens, temple paintings, Buddhist paintings, and various objects and prints from the 17th century.

The second clipping is titled "FORTHCOMING EXHIBITIONS" and outlines a range of upcoming art exhibitions at different venues, with mentions of Italian primitive paintings, an exhibition on the history of astronomy, and American contemporary art.

This record serves as documentation of art exhibitions and cultural events during that time period. The specific focus on Japanese art and an array of other exhibitions reflects the diverse artistic interest and scholarly activities at that time. The date suggests the material is from 1931, giving a historical glimpse into museum curation and art promotion nearly a century ago.

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The image presents a single sheet of paper with three relevant sections.

  1. At the top left, there is a small newspaper clipping titled "Japanese Art Exhibit," which discusses an exhibit in the Fogg Museum displaying various Japanese artworks, including mirrors, scrolls, and pottery. The exhibition was arranged by Charles Bain Hoyt and includes guided tours by museum staff.

  2. Below the first clipping, another heading "FOGG ART MUSEUM" with information about the current exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, including European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries, Japanese Temple paintings, Buddhist scrolls, manuscript drawings by Walter Page, Mayan objects, and 17th-century prints.

  3. On the right side, there is a larger newspaper clipping titled "Forthcoming Exhibitions," detailing upcoming art exhibitions at various locations including the Guild of Boston Artists, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Cambridge Museum, and others. This section includes exhibits of watercolors, drawings, prints, and sculptures, listing various artists and their featured works.

The paper also shows handwritten annotations indicating the dates of the clippings: "Chicago Dec. 8, 1931," "NAB Dec 13 1931," and "Herald Dec. 6, 1931." Additionally, the paper has two punched holes near the left edge, suggesting it was stored in a binder.

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A vintage scrapbook page with three small newspaper clippings pasted near the top. The page is a light peach color with three punched holes along the left edge. The clippings appear to be about art exhibitions, including Japanese art at the Fogg Art Museum, with a few small handwritten notes in pencil near the bottom. The rest of the page is blank. The overall look is of an old, preserved clipping sheet from the early 20th century.

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This image shows a beige sheet of paper with two newspaper clippings affixed to it. The clippings are informational pieces about art exhibits.

  1. Left Clipping: Titled "Japanese Art Exhibit," it discusses a Japanese art collection on display at the Fogg Museum, emphasizing mirrors and scrolls for December. Notes indicate guided tours by museum staff on Sundays at specific times.

  2. Right Clipping: Titled "Forthcoming Exhibitions," it lists upcoming exhibitions and lectures about art, occurring at various institutions and museums, including details of the presenters involved.

The page has printed text annotations, stamps, or dates written by hand: "Dec. 6, 1931" and "Dec. 18, 1931," noting the dates of these articles or events. There are two punched holes on the left side, probably for binding in a folder or scrapbook. The overall layout is clean and organized.