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The image is a page from a newspaper or newsletter, dated November 13, 1931. It contains several articles and announcements related to lectures and events at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

1. Main Article: "Ross, Mather to Speak at Museum Next Week"

   • This article announces two upcoming lectures at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • On Tuesday, November 17, at 8:15 p.m., Sir E. Denison Ross, Director of the School of Oriental Studies at the London Institution and Professor of Persian at the University of London, will speak on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures."
   • On Thursday, November 19, at 4:30 p.m., Professor F. J. Mather Jr. of Princeton University will lecture on "Receiving the Stigmata at the Fogg Art Museum and Other Paintings by Giotto."
   • Both lectures will be held in the large lecture room at the Museum.

2. Side Article: "Museum of Fine Arts, Boston"

   • This is a brief announcement about Sir E. Denison Ross's lecture on Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures, scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, at 5 o'clock.

3. Side Article: "Sir Denison Ross on Lecture Tour"

   • This article discusses Sir E. Denison Ross's lecture tour in the United States, organized by the Archaeological Institute of America and Archaeology.
   • Ross, a British scholar and traveler, arrived in New York City to begin a seven-week lecture tour.
   • He has codirected the International Congress on Persian Art and has written extensively on Indian and Persian art.

4. Bottom Article: "Shadow of Coming Events"

   • This article provides a brief overview of Sir E. Denison Ross's upcoming lecture on Persian Miniatures.
   • It highlights the significance of Persian miniatures and their connection to Persian poetry, emphasizing the rich cultural heritage they represent.

The page also includes some handwritten notes and dates, indicating it might have been part of a personal collection or archive.

The image contains several newspaper clippings and a document related to a lecture tour by Sir Denison Ross, an expert on Persian art and poetry, visiting Boston in November 1931.

1. Top Left Clipping (Crimson, Nov. 12, 1931):

   • The headline reads "Ross, Mather to Speak at Museum Next Week."
   • It announces two lectures at the Fogg Art Museum:
     • On Tuesday at 8:15 PM, Sir Denison Ross will speak on "Persian Poetry and Art."
     • On Thursday at 4:30 PM, Professor John M. Mather Jr. from Princeton University will discuss "St. Francis Receiving the Stigmata" by Giotto.

2. Top Right Clipping (Museum of Fine Arts, Boston):

   • This document is an official announcement for Sir Denison Ross's illustrated lecture titled "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures" scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, at 3:00 PM in the Lecture Hall.

3. Bottom Left Clipping (Shadow of Coming Events):

   • This clipping provides details about Sir Denison Ross's lecture on Persian Miniatures.
   • It mentions that Ross will discuss the subject of Persian miniatures, which were produced primarily for rulers and were highly conventionalized.
   • The lecture will cover the influence of Persian poetry on these miniature paintings, which depict stories from the lives and deeds of kings and ancient histories.

4. Bottom Right Clipping (Aut News, Dec. 5, 1931):

   • This article discusses Sir Denison Ross's lecture tour in the United States.
   • It mentions his extensive engagements at various universities and museums.
   • Sir Denison Ross is noted as a distinguished British scholar, traveler, and authority on Persian culture.
   • He is also the Director of the School of Oriental Studies at the London Institution and Professor of Persian at the University of London.
   • The article highlights his expertise in Persian literature and history, as well as his command of over thirty languages.

These clippings collectively highlight the academic significance of Sir Denison Ross’s lectures on Persian art and poetry during his visit to Boston in 1931.

The image contains several newspaper clippings and a typed announcement related to lectures by Sir Denison Ross at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, dated November 1931.

1. Top Left Clipping (Headline):

   • Title: "Ross, Mather to Speak at Museum Next Week"
   • Details: Two lectures are scheduled for the next week at the Fogg Art Museum. Sir Denison Ross, Director of the School of Oriental Studies at the London Institute, will speak on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures: Painting" on Tuesday at 8:15 PM. Ross is noted for his expertise on art and culture in the Orient, particularly Persia.
   • On Thursday, Professor Henry Mather Jr. from Princeton University will discuss "St. Francis Receiving the Stigmata" by Giotto.

2. Top Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Museum of Fine Arts, Boston"
   • Details: An illustrated lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross on Persian Poetry in relation to Persian Miniatures will be given in the Lecture Hall on Tuesday, November 17, at 3 o'clock.

3. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Shadow of Coming Events"
   • Details: This article discusses Sir Denison Ross's lecture on Persian Miniatures. The lecture is noted to be an important subject, with miniatures being highly valued for their artistry, especially in Persian culture. Ross is recognized for his expertise and his work on Persian culture and art.

4. Bottom Center Clipping:

   • Title: "Sir Denison Ross on Lecture Tour"
   • Details: This clipping provides background on Ross, who was invited by the American Institute for Persian Art and Archaeology to deliver lectures. He is described as an eminent scholar and traveler with expertise in Persian culture. Ross is also noted for his involvement with the Second International Congress on Persian Art and his command of multiple languages.

The clippings are dated November 1931 and collectively highlight the significance of the lectures by Sir Denison Ross, focusing on his scholarly contributions and the importance of Persian art and poetry.

The image shows a collection of documents related to lectures and events featuring Sir Denison Ross, a scholar and expert in Persian culture and art.

1. Top Left Document:

   • Headline: "Ross, Mather to Speak at Museum Next Week"
   • Details: Two lectures are scheduled at the Fogg Art Museum. On Tuesday at 8:15, Sir Denison Ross will discuss "Persian Poetry and Art." On Thursday at 4:30, Professor John Mather Jr. from Princeton University will speak about "St. Francis Receiving the Stigmata at the Fogg Art Museum and Other Paintings by Giotto in America." Both lectures will be held in the museum's lecture hall.

2. Top Right Document:

   • Headline: "MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON"
   • Description: An illustrated lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures" will be given on Tuesday, November 17, at 3:00 o'clock in the Lecture Hall.

3. Bottom Left Document:

   • Title: "Shadow of Coming Events"
   • Description: A brief note about the lecture on Persian Miniatures. Sir Denison Ross will discuss Persian art, focusing on the miniatures, which were inspired by Persian poetry and depict the lives of kings and the history of the race. This lecture is scheduled for November 17.

4. Bottom Center:

   • A note dated November 14, 1931, which mentions the upcoming lecture tour and highlights Sir Denison Ross's expertise on Persian culture and art.

5. Bottom Right Document:

   • Details: This is a brief mention of Sir Denison Ross's extensive background, including his roles as director of the School of Oriental Studies at the London Institution and professor of Persian at the University of London. He has lectured widely and is recognized as an authority on Indo-Iranian culture and literature.

In summary, the documents collectively detail the scheduled lectures by Sir Denison Ross and John Mather Jr. on Persian poetry, art, and specific paintings by Giotto at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the importance of these scholarly events in the cultural and academic calendar of the time.

The image displays a collection of documents related to lectures by Sir E. Denison Ross on Persian poetry and art. The main document is an announcement from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, detailing an illustrated lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross, Director of the School of Oriental Studies in London, on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures," scheduled for Tuesday, November 17 at 3 p.m. Another document, from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, announces two lectures: one by Sir E. Denison Ross on "Persian Poetry and Art" on Tuesday, November 10 at 8:15 p.m., and another by Professor Paul J. Sachs on "Giotto" on Thursday, November 12 at 4:30 p.m. Additionally, a newspaper clipping from "Shadow of Coming Events" mentions the same lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross at the Boston Museum on November 17, highlighting his expertise and the significance of Persian miniatures. Notes and dates written on the documents suggest they were collected or referenced on specific dates in November 1931.

The image shows two newspaper clippings announcing lectures by Sir E. Denison Ross.

First Clipping:

• Headline: "Ross, Mather to Speak at Museum Next Week"
• Content:
  • Sir E. Denison Ross will give an illustrated lecture on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures" at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, on Tuesday, November 17, at 3 o'clock.
  • Sir Denison Ross is noted as the Director of the School of Oriental Studies of the London Institute and Professor of Persian at the University of London.
  • Two special lectures are scheduled for the upcoming week at the Fogg Art Museum:
    • On Tuesday at 8:15 o'clock, Sir E. Denison Ross will speak on "The Relation of Poetry to Persian Miniature Painting."
    • On Thursday at 4:30 o'clock, Professor Prentice of Princeton University will lecture on "St. Francis Receiving the Stigmata" at the Fogg Art Museum.

Second Clipping:

• Headline: "Sir Denison Ross on Lecture Tour"
• Content:
  • Sir Denison Ross is on a seven weeks' lecture tour under the auspices of the American Institute for Persian Art and Archaeology.
  • He has been invited to speak at various universities and institutions.
  • Sir Denison Ross was co-director of the Second International Congress on Persian Art and was recently involved with the Persian Art Exhibition at Burlington House, London.
  • Besides his expertise in Iranian culture and literature, he has authored numerous books and delivered many lectures on the subject.

Additionally, both clippings mention the dates of publication as November 1931. The first clipping is from the Crimson, dated November 13, while the second clipping is from an unspecified newspaper, dated November 14.

This image appears to be of a historical document, specifically an announcement or advertisement pertaining to lectures at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The document contains text and is primarily in black and white, with a portion of it printed on an aged beige-colored background.

The upper section announces that Sir E. Denison Ross, Director of the School of Oriental Studies of the London Institution and Professor of Persian in the University of London, will be giving an illustrated lecture on 'Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures' at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The lecture is scheduled to take place in the Lecture Hall on Tuesday, November 17 at 3 o'clock.

Below this announcement, there is additional information about 'Sir Denison Ross on Lecture Tour' discussing his credentials and background. He is described as an expert on Persian art and culture, having held exhibitions and being an authority on Indo-Persian literature with authorship of many books on the culture and history of the languages.

Further down, there are handwritten notes that seem to mark the date as 'Nov. 12, 1931' and a section titled 'Shadow of Coming Events' that talks more about the lecture topics. The specific details of the lectures are briefly outlined, noting the cultural relevance and the content focus.

The document has a vintage look, including typographic elements characteristic of printed materials from the early 20th century. There are also signs of wear and age, such as discoloration and slight creasing, indicating that the paper has oxidized and deteriorated over time.

The image depicts a collage of newspaper clippings and an announcement related to lectures by Sir E. Denison Ross and Professor Mather. The articles are focused on their upcoming talks at various institutions regarding Persian art, poetry, miniatures, and other related topics.

1. The top left clipping announces lectures at a museum next week:

   • Sir Denison Ross will discuss Persian poetry and art.
   • Professor Mather will give a lecture on Giotto.
   • These lectures are considered of special interest to art-lovers and will be held at the museum's large lecture room.

2. The article in the center:

   • It is an announcement from the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
   • It promotes an illustrated lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross on Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures, scheduled for Tuesday, November 17 at 3 o'clock.

3. The bottom center clipping:

   • It details Sir Denison Ross's lecture tour, which is conducted under the auspices of the American Institute for Persian Art and Archaeology.
   • It mentions Ross's travel and previous lecture engagements at various universities and museums.
   • It highlights Sir Denison Ross's background and achievements in Persian studies, his publications, and his command of several languages.

4. The clipping on the bottom left titled "Shadow of Coming Events" provides brief information about Sir Denison Ross:

   • It mentions his lectures on the relations of Persian Miniatures to Persian Poetry as part of an invitation from the American Institute for Persian Art and Archaeology.
   • It gives details of his itinerary, emphasizing lectures and exhibitions he is connected with.

Handwritten notes visible on the clippings:

• "Crimson Nov. 12, 1931" written next to the top left clipping.
• "Trails Nov. 14, 1931" written next to the bottom left clipping.
• "Art News Dec. 5, 1931" written next to the center bottom clipping.

The entire collage serves to promote and inform about the scholarly activities and lectures related to Persian Art and literature by Sir E. Denison Ross and Professor Mather in 1931.

The image shows a cream-colored paper with four pasted newspaper clippings and some handwritten notes. The clippings are related to lectures by Sir E. Denison Ross, an expert on Persian art and literature.

1. The top left clipping is titled "ROSS, MATHER TO SPEAK AT MUSEUM NEXT WEEK" and describes two special lectures scheduled at the Fogg Art Museum. Sir E. Denison Ross is scheduled to lecture on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniature Painting" on Tuesday at 8:15. On Thursday at 4:30, Professor F. J. Mather Jr. will talk about paintings by Giotto in America.

2. The clipping on the right, labeled "MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON," announces an illustrated lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures," to be held on Tuesday, November 17, at 3 o'clock in the Lecture Hall.

3. The bottom left clipping titled "Shadow of Coming Events" details Ross's lecture on Persian Miniatures at the Boston Museum. It mentions Ross's background and explains what Persian miniatures are, noting their historical and artistic significance.

4. The larger clipping in the middle-right is titled "SIR DENISON ROSS ON LECTURE TOUR" and provides more biographical information about Ross, including his role as Director of the School of Oriental Studies at the London Institution, his expertise in Persian culture, and his commencement of a seven-week lecture tour in New York City. It also mentions his role as co-director of the Second International Congress on Persian Art and notes his command of over thirty languages.

There are handwritten notes indicating dates and publication names, including "Crimson Nov. 12, 1931," "Art News Dec 5 1931," and "Trans. Nov 14 1931." The entire presentation appears to document announcements and reviews of Ross’s lectures and shows his prominence as a scholar of Persian art and literature.

The image is a double-sided newspaper clipping. On one side, there is a headline "ROSS, MATHER TO SPEAK AT MUSEUM NEXT WEEK," which announces two lectures by notable scholars. The left side of the clipping features a detailed announcement about the lectures, including dates, times, and topics. The lectures are to be given by Sir E. Denison Ross, Director of the School of Oriental Studies at the London Institute, and Professor F. J. Mather Jr. of Princeton University. The topics include Persian poetry in relation to miniature painting and St. Francis receiving the stigmata.

The right side of the clipping has a headline "MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON" and provides information about an illustrated lecture by Sir E. Denison Ross on "Persian Poetry in Relation to Persian Miniatures." The lecture is scheduled for November 17 at 3 o'clock in the Lecture Hall.

Below this, there is a smaller section titled "SIR DENISON ROSS ON LECTURE TOUR," which describes Sir Denison Ross's lecture tour in New York City, arranged by the American Institute for Persian Art and Archaeology. The tour includes speaking engagements at various universities and museums.

The clipping also includes a brief article titled "Shadow of Coming Events," which discusses Persian miniatures, their historical significance, and their role as illustrations for manuscripts. The article mentions that miniatures were primarily produced for the rulers and were often limited in subject matter, focusing on court art, religious painting, and historical events.

The clipping is dated November 12, 1931, and includes a small handwritten note at the bottom. The overall content is focused on the cultural and historical significance of Persian art and poetry, as well as the scholarly expertise of Sir Denison Ross and Professor F. J. Mather Jr.