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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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The image is a page from a document, likely a newspaper or a museum bulletin, detailing various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The document appears to be dated January 16, 1932, as indicated by the handwritten note at the top left.

Here is a summary of the information provided:

  1. Exhibitions in January and February:

    • Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century: This exhibition features many beautifully illustrated books, including some from the collections of Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenwald.
    • Drawings of Old Boston by Leslie Pierce: This exhibition showcases twenty drawings of Old Boston.
    • Mayan Objects and Seventeenth Century Prints: This is another exhibition mentioned.
  2. Exhibitions in February:

    • Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century: Continuation of the exhibition.
    • Mayan Objects and Seventeenth Century Prints: Continuation of the exhibition.
    • Chinese Paintings of the Ming and Ch'ing Dynasties: From the Bosos collection, gift of Mr. Galen L. Stone.
  3. Exhibitions until December 1st:

    • European Prints and Engravings (15th and 16th centuries): Includes works by Mantegna, Antonio Pollaiuolo, Dürer, Schongauer, and others.
    • Hervey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition: Features Chinese, Japanese, and Korean art, including bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, and Persian miniatures.
    • European Silks and Velvets: Italian, Spanish, and French textiles from the 15th through the 18th centuries.
  4. Exhibitions until October 31st:

    • English Watercolors (18th and 19th centuries): Includes works by Turner and Ruskin.
    • American Watercolors (20th century): Includes works by Charles Hopkinson, John Marin, and others.
    • European Prints and Engravings (15th and 16th centuries): Includes works by Mantegna, Antonio Pollaiuolo, Dürer, Schongauer, and others.
  5. Exhibitions from November 2nd to December 12th:

    • Drawings of Old and New Masters: From the famous collection of Dan Fellows Platt.
  6. Exhibitions from December 16th to January 10th:

    • Architectural Drawings by Walter Cope: New Museum objects and seventeenth-century prints.
  7. Sunday Afternoon Tours:

    • Conducted tours through the Fogg Art Museum at 2:30 and 3:30 o'clock.

The document also includes some handwritten annotations and markings, likely notes or corrections.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the January 16, 1932 issue, detailing exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

The main points from the various entries include:

  1. Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century:

    • Held through February.
    • Features many rare and beautiful books, including some from Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenwald.
    • Shows drawings by Old Boston artist Lester G. Hornby.
  2. Mayan Objects and Seventeenth-Century Prints:

    • Included in the exhibitions.
  3. English Watercolors of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries:

    • American twentieth-century watercolors.
    • Etchings and engravings from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.
  4. Turner and the British School:

    • Exhibition of watercolors by Turner and the British School.
    • American watercolors from the twentieth century.
    • Etchings and engravings by masters from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries in Italy, France, and Germany.
  5. European Prints and Engravings:

    • From the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, including works by artists like Mantegna, Antonio Pollaiuolo, Dürer, and Schongauer.
  6. Hervey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition:

    • Includes Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art: Bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, and Persian Miniatures.
  7. European Silks and Velvets:

    • Italian, Spanish, and French silks and velvets from the fifteenth through the eighteenth centuries.
  8. Drawings and New Masters:

    • From November 23rd to December 12th, featuring drawings of Old and New Masters from the Dan Fellows Platt collection.
  9. Architectural Drawings:

    • Starting from December 16th to January 10th, showcasing architectural drawings by Walter Copeland.
    • Mayan Objects and seventeenth-century prints included on Sunday afternoons with scheduled tours.

The museum is also planning additional guided tours on specified days and times.

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The image displays a collection of typewritten pages from a gazette, likely from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing various exhibitions and events held from January to February in a particular year, possibly 1932.

Page 1:

  • Fogg Art Museum

    • January and February: Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century, featuring loans from Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenberg. Includes 20 drawings of Old Boston by Lester G. Hornby and a collection of Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints.
    • Until February 1: Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century, with items from Dr. Rosenbach and Mr. Rosenberg, and drawings by Lester G. Hornby. Additionally, Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints are displayed.
  • Gazette, January 16, 1932

    • Fogg Art Museum
      • Continuation of the Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century, with additions from the collections of Dr. Rosenbach and Mr. Rosenberg. Includes Chinese paintings from the Ming and Ch'ing dynasties, a gift from Mr. and Mrs. Grenville L. Winthrop.

Page 2:

  • Fogg Art Museum

    • Until December 1: Exhibits include European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean art, and European silks and velvets from the 15th to 18th centuries.
    • Until October 31: English watercolors of the 18th and 19th centuries, American watercolors of the 20th century, and European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries.
    • Until December 1: Similar exhibits as mentioned previously.
  • Fogg Art Museum (repeated)

    • Until December 1: English watercolors of the 18th and 19th centuries, American watercolors of the 20th century, and European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries.
    • Until November 23: European silks and velvets from the 15th to 18th centuries.
    • November 23 to December 12: Drawings of Old and New Masters from the collection of Dan Fellows Platt.
    • December 16 to January 10: Architectural drawings by Walter Cope, New Mayan Objects, and seventeenth-century prints for course study.
    • Every Sunday at 2:30 and 3:30: Guided tours of the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image displays several excerpts from a publication, likely a museum guide or an event calendar, detailing various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum over a period spanning from October to February.

Exhibitions Listed:

  1. Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century

    • Duration: Through January and February
    • Details: Rare and beautiful books from the Fifteenth Century, including some from the collections of Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenwald. Additionally, twenty drawings by Old Boston by Lester G. Hornby will be on display until February 1st. There is also a collection of Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints.
  2. Chinese Paintings of the Ming and Ch’ing Dynasties

    • Details: From the Bruce collection, a gift from Mr. Galen L. Stone.
  3. European Prints and Engravings of the 15th and 16th Centuries

    • Duration: Until December 1st
    • Artists: Works by Mantegna, Antonio Pollaiuolo, Dürer, Schongauer, and others.
  4. Harvey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art

    • Details: Includes bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, and Persian miniatures.
  5. European Silks and Velvets

    • Duration: Until November 23rd
    • Details: Italian, Spanish, and French textiles from the 15th through the 18th centuries.
  6. English Watercolors of the 18th and 19th Centuries

    • Duration: Until October 31st
    • Artists: Including Turner and Ruskin.
  7. American Watercolors of the 20th Century

    • Artists: Including Charles Hopkinson, John Marin, and others.
  8. Exhibition of Watercolors by Turner and the British School

    • Duration: Ongoing (specific dates not mentioned)
  9. Exhibition of American Watercolors of the Twentieth Century

    • Duration: Ongoing (specific dates not mentioned)
  10. Etchings and Engravings by Masters

    • Duration: Ongoing (specific dates not mentioned)
    • Details: Masters of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries from Italy, France, and Germany.
  11. Exhibition of English Watercolors of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries

    • Duration: Ongoing until further notice.
  12. Buddhist Paintings

    • Duration: Until December 29th.
  13. Architectural Drawings by Walter Gropius

    • Duration: From December 16th to January 10th.
  14. Drawings of Old and New Masters from the Famous Collection of Dan Fellows Platt

    • Duration: From November 23rd to December 12th.

Additional Notes:

  • Mayan Objects and Seventeenth Century Prints: Will be shown for the course.
  • Tours: On Sunday afternoons, tours will be conducted throughout the museum. One tour at 2:30 and another at 3:50.

This detailed guide provides a comprehensive overview of the exhibitions and their respective time frames at the Fogg Art Museum during the mentioned months.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing exhibitions that took place in January and February of 1932. Here is a detailed summary of the information presented:

  1. Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century (January and February 1932):

    • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of book illustrations from the Fifteenth Century.
    • Rare and beautiful books have been loaned, including those from the collections of Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenwald.
    • On February 1st, twenty drawings by Lester G. Hornby of Old Boston will be shown.
  2. Mayan Objects and Prints:

    • There is also an exhibition of Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints.
  3. Chinese Paintings (January 1932):

    • Chinese paintings from the Ming and Ch'ing Dynasties, from the Bruce collection, are being shown as a gift from Mr. Galen L. Stone.
  4. European Prints and Engravings (December 1931 to December 1932):

    • European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries, including works by Mantagna, Antonio Pollaiuolo, Dürer, and Schongauer, are on display until December 1st.
  5. Hervey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition (Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art):

    • This exhibition features bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, and Persian miniatures.
  6. European Silks and Velvets (November 23rd to December 12th):

    • European silks and velvets from Italy, Spain, and France, from the 15th through the 18th centuries.
  7. Watercolors and Etchings:

    • English Watercolors (18th and 19th centuries): Including works by Turner and Ruskin.
    • American Watercolors (20th century): Including works by Charles Hopkinson and John Marin.
    • Etchings and Engravings (15th and 16th centuries): By masters from Italy, France, and Germany.
  8. Drawings by Walter Cope (December 16th to January 10th):

    • Architectural drawings by Walter Cope, featuring New Mayan Objects and seventeenth-century prints.
    • On Sunday afternoons, there will be conducted tours through the Fogg Art Museum at 2:30 and 3:30 o'clock.
  9. Buddhist Paintings (December 29th):

    • Buddhist paintings will be on exhibition until December 29th.

Each clipping lists different ongoing exhibitions, with specific dates and types of artworks being displayed at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a series of clippings from a newspaper or magazine titled "Gazette," dated January 1932, detailing various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary of the exhibitions mentioned:

  1. Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century (January to February 1932):

    • Rare and beautiful books from the collections of Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenwald.
    • Twenty drawings of Old Boston by Lester G. Hornby.
    • A collection of Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints.
  2. English Watercolors of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries, American Twentieth-Century Watercolors, and Engravings of the Fifteenth and Sixteenth Centuries in Europe:

    • Various exhibitions of watercolors and engravings by masters from Italy, France, and Germany.
  3. Exhibition of Water Colors of Turner and the British School:

    • Watercolors of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
    • American watercolors of the twentieth century.
    • Etchings and engravings by masters of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries in Italy, France, and Germany.
  4. Exhibition Details (Various Dates, 1932):

    • Until December 1st:
      • European prints and engravings of the 15th and 16th centuries including works by Mantegna, Antonio Pollaiuolo, Dürer, and Schongauer.
      • Hervey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art: Bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, and Persian Miniatures.
    • Until November 23rd:
      • European silks and velvets from the 15th through the 18th centuries (Italian, Spanish, and French).
    • From November 23rd to December 12th:
      • Drawings of Old and New Masters from the famous collection of Dan Fellows Platt.
    • Until December 29th:
      • Buddhist Paintings.
    • From December 16th to January 10th:
      • Architectural drawings by Walter Cope.
      • Mayan Objects and seventeenth-century prints.
    • Sunday Tours:
      • Conducted tours through the Fogg Art Museum at 2:30 and 3:30.

The clippings provide a comprehensive overview of the diverse exhibitions available at the Fogg Art Museum during this period.

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The image shows an old newspaper page with multiple clippings about exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are arranged in a roughly rectangular pattern, with typed text and some handwritten dates in pencil next to several of them.

The clippings mostly discuss exhibitions of various art forms, such as:

  • Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century
  • Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints
  • Chinese paintings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties
  • European prints and engravings of the 15th and 16th centuries
  • Exhibitions of English and American watercolors from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries
  • Etchings and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries of Europe
  • European silks and velvets from Italian, Spanish, and French collections, 15th to 18th centuries
  • Asian art including Chinese, Japanese, and Korean bronze jade, pottery, and sculpture

Dates handwritten include "Jan. 16, 1932," "Sept 26 1931," "Oct 3," "Oct 10 1931," "Oct 17," "Oct 31 1931," "Oct 24 1931," "Nov 7," "Nov 21 1931," and "Dec 12."

The text covers announcements of ongoing and upcoming exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the diversity of art periods and styles on display. The content is primarily centered around the museum's schedule and featured collections between 1931 and early 1932.

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The image appears to show a collection of typed event listings or notices for exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The listings are organized into a grid, with each section indicating a different exhibition with its corresponding dates. These notices seem to be arranged chronologically, detailing various exhibitions alongside amendments and annotations handwritten in red, black, and blue ink, possibly adding corrections or updates such as new dates.

In these listings, various art mediums and historical periods are referenced, including book illustrations, engravings, watercolors, and exhibitions of cultural artifacts from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and European origin. There are mentions of specific types of artworks such as English watercolors, American watercolors, etchings and engravings by master artists from Europe, and Persian miniatures, among others.

The paper shows signs of wear and age, including crease marks and a slightly tattered edge, suggesting it may be an archival document or an excerpt from a historical record. The top of the document features a date stamp reading "Jan. 6, 1932," which could indicate the time of printing or archiving.

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The image shows a printed page that appears to be part of a pamphlet or booklet detailing various exhibitions held at the Fogg Art Museum. The text is divided into sections, each describing different exhibits happening at different times in the museum's schedule.

  • The top section mentions exhibitions through January and February focusing on book illustration from the fifteenth century, drawings of Old Boston by Lester G. Hornby, and a collection of Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints.

  • The sections underneath describe exhibitions continuing through February, then specific exhibitions up to October 31st regarding English watercolors, American watercolors, and European prints and engravings from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.

  • Multiple sections describe similar exhibitions extending through different dates including December 1st, featuring European prints and engravings, Hever E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition, and on European silks and velvets on display until November 23rd.

  • Other sections provide information about exhibitions of English and American watercolors, etchings and engravings, architectural drawings by Walter Cope, Mayan objects, and Buddhist sculptures from the Dens Fellows collection.

Handwritten notes and dates are visible on the page, marking publication dates like "Jan. 16, 1932" of "Gazette," and other dates and notes that likely correspond to the scheduling of the exhibitions (e.g., Sept 26, 1931; Oct 10, 1931; Dec 12).

The page is slightly yellowed, indicating it might be old or aged, and there are visible crease marks and some annotations in pencil.

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The image shows a page from a newsletter or bulletin from the Fogg Art Museum, dated January 16, 1932. The document is a printed announcement detailing various exhibitions and events scheduled at the museum. The layout is organized into multiple sections, each describing different exhibitions, their contents, and their durations. Here is a breakdown of the content:

Header:

  • The top of the page features the text "FOGG ART MUSEUM" prominently displayed, indicating the source of the announcement.

Main Content:

The page is divided into several sections, each announcing different exhibitions:

Section 1: Exhibition of Book Illustration in the Fifteenth Century

  • Dates: Through January and February.
  • Details: The museum is holding an exhibition of book illustration from the Fifteenth Century. Many rare and beautiful books have been loaned, including some from the collections of Dr. Rosenbach of Philadelphia and Mr. Rosenwald. Until February 1st, there will be twenty drawings of Old Boston by Lester G. Hornby. Additionally, there is a collection of Mayan objects and seventeenth-century prints on exhibition.

Section 2: Chinese Paintings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties

  • Dates: Through February.
  • Details: Some Chinese paintings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, from the Bruce collection, are also being shown. These are a gift of Mr. Galen L. Stone.

Section 3: European Prints and Engravings of the 15th and 16th Centuries

  • Dates: On exhibition until December 1st.
  • Details: The exhibition includes works by Mantenga, Antonio Pollainolo, Dürer, Schongauer, and others.

Section 4: Harrey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art

  • Dates: On exhibition until November 23d.
  • Details: This exhibition features bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, Persian miniatures, and other works.

Section 5: European Silks and Velvets: Italian, Spanish, and French (15th–18th centuries)

  • Dates: On exhibition until November 23d.
  • Details: The exhibition includes European silks and velvets from Italy, Spain, and France, spanning the 15th to 18th centuries.

Section 6: English Watercolors of the 18th and 19th Centuries

  • Dates: On exhibition until October 31st.
  • Details: The exhibition includes works by Turner and Ruskin.

Section 7: American Watercolors of the 20th Century

  • Dates: On exhibition until October 31st.
  • Details: The exhibition includes works by Charles Hopkinson, John Marin, and others.

Section 8: European Prints and Engravings of the 15th and 16th Centuries

  • Dates: On exhibition until December 1st.
  • Details: The exhibition includes works by Mantenga, Antonio Pollainolo, Dürer, Schongauer, and others.

Section 9: Harrey E. Wetzel Memorial Exhibition of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art

  • Dates: On exhibition until November 23d.
  • Details: This exhibition features bronze jade, pottery, sculpture, Persian miniatures, and other works.

Section 10: Drawings from November 23 to December 12

  • Dates: On exhibition from November 23 to December 12.
  • Details: The exhibition will feature drawings and masters from the famous collection of Dan Fellows Platt.

Additional Information:

  • Tours: The document mentions that Sunday afternoons will feature further notice for tours through the Fogg Art Museum, with one tour at 2:30 p.m. and another at 3:30 p.m.

Handwritten Notes:

  • There are handwritten notes and markings on the page, including dates (e.g., "Jan. 16, 1932"), annotations, and checkmarks next to certain sections. These annotations suggest that the page may have been used for record-keeping or planning purposes.

Visual Layout:

  • The text is typed in a formal, structured format, typical of museum announcements or newsletters from the early 20th century.
  • The page has a slightly aged appearance, with some discoloration and faint markings, indicating its historical context.

Overall Context:

The document serves as an informational guide for visitors to the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting a variety of exhibitions spanning different periods, regions, and art forms. It reflects the museum's commitment to showcasing diverse collections and providing educational opportunities for the public.