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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 791440

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The image shows a page from a publication, likely a newspaper or a magazine, with three distinct articles or sections. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Left Section - "SHOW SILHOUETTE FILM AT NEW FOGG"

    • The headline announces the screening of a silhouette film at the New Fogg.
    • The film, released by the University Film Foundation, is the work of Lotte Reiniger.
    • The film will be shown in February, with two presentations sponsored by the Cambridge School of Drama, which require three years to produce.
    • The film, "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," was shown at Symphony Hall in Boston and will be presented at 8:15 p.m. in the Rogers Building.
    • The film is noted for its imaginative and artistic qualities, with over 300,000 individual pictures, and is considered a landmark in motion pictures.
  2. Middle Section - "Collections and Critiques"

    • The headline indicates a discussion on various university exhibitions.
    • The current exhibitions include displays at the Fogg, Germanic Museums, Widener, and the Contemporary Art Show.
    • Notable exhibitions include German prints from the 15th century to the present at the Germanic Museum, French paintings, and a bequest that includes Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man."
    • Other highlights include an exhibition of the British Museum and loans from the Caroline M. Parker Collection, featuring works by Walter Crane.
    • The Widener Library also features an exhibition of Kate Greenaway almanacs and Punch's Pictorial Books of the 1850s.
    • The Harvard Society of Contemporary Art features modernist works, including a self-portrait by Max Beckmann.
  3. Right Section - "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready"

    • This article discusses the opening of Harvard's new Faculty Club, set to open on Monday, January 12, at 78 Mount Auburn Street.
    • The club will serve as a social and meeting place for faculty, with facilities including a dining room, library, and card and billiard rooms.
    • The club aims to foster interaction among faculty members and their guests, with an estimated operating expense of $300,000.
    • The club will be managed by a board of directors, with an initial membership of 350, and plans to expand to 500 members.
    • The first event, a reception, is scheduled for January 16, from 9:30 to 11:00 p.m., with an invitation-only list of 500 guests.

The page also includes some handwritten notes and dates at the top, which might be unrelated to the printed content.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, featuring several articles from different publications dated January 1960.

  1. Top Left (Crimson, January 6):

    • Title: "Show Silhouette Film at New Fogg"
    • Content: The article discusses a new film, "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," which is produced by the University Film Foundation and directed by Lotte Reiniger. This film is a classic German animation and is to be shown twice in February at the New Fogg Art Museum. The Cambridge School of Drama sponsored these showings, which are part of a larger effort to make the film available to the public. The film requires three years to complete and involves over 30,000 individual pictures.
  2. Top Right (Crimson, January 14):

    • Title: "Collections and Critiques"
    • Content: This section highlights the current exhibitions displayed at various university museums. The article mentions exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, the Germanic Museum, Widener Library, and Contemporary Art Show Works. It describes the nine current exhibitions, including a display of German prints, an exhibition of Naumburg Bequest paintings, and a collection by Walter Crane.
  3. Bottom Right (Christian Science Monitor, January 10):

    • Title: "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready"
    • Content: This article reports on the opening of Harvard's new Faculty Club on January 10. The club, located between Quincy Street and Union Square, is newly constructed and will serve 900 members. The club aims to provide a venue for faculty members to meet, socialize, and participate in various activities. The club has a library, dining facilities, and other amenities. A reception was held to celebrate the opening.

The articles collectively highlight significant cultural, educational, and social events at Harvard University and its museums in early 1960.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or a collection of clippings, featuring three distinct articles:

  1. Left Section (Crimson, Jan. 6):

    • Title: "SHOW SILHOUETTE FILM AT NEW FOGG"
    • Subtitle: "Movie Released by University Film Foundation is Work of Lotte Reiniger"
    • Showings in February: Two presentations sponsored by the Cambridge School of Drama are scheduled for February 14 at the New Fogg Art Museum. The film, titled "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," is a German silhouette film directed by Lotte Reiniger. It took three years to produce and required over 300,000 individual pictures to complete. The film is considered an artistic achievement combining story and silhouettes.
    • Details: The film is described as a combination of adventures and a fantastical journey involving Prince Achmed, the fairy Peribone, and the African magician Azur. It is noted as one of the most imaginative and artistic films produced in recent years. The film will be available on sale in the office of the Cambridge School of Drama.
  2. Middle Section (Crimson, Jan. 14):

    • Title: "Collections and Critiques"
    • Subtitle: "DISPLAY NINE CURRENT UNIVERSITY EXHIBITIONS"
    • Content: The article discusses nine university exhibitions displayed across various museums and galleries, including the Fogg Museum, Germanic Museum, Widener Library, and Contemporary Art Show Works. Highlights include:
      • The Germanic Museum's exhibition in memory of Kuno Francke.
      • The New Fogg Museum's exhibitions of works by the Naumburg Bequest and other notable artists.
      • The Widener Library's exhibition of Walter Crane's works, including sketches and children's books.
      • The Harvard Society of Contemporary Art's exhibition of modern art by the Bauhaus colony in Dessau.
  3. Right Section (Christian Science Monitor, Jan. 10):

    • Title: "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready"
    • Content: The article describes the opening of Harvard's new Faculty Club on Quincy Street. The club, located between the Union and New Fogg Museum, was constructed in a Gothic style and cost $300,000. It has a restaurant, reading rooms, a library, and a lounge. The club was designed to be a place for faculty to gather, with membership open to all university faculty, staff, and instructors. The opening event is scheduled for January 16, with a reception and dance to follow.

The page provides a snapshot of cultural and academic activities at Harvard University during early January.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from the Crimson, dated January 1947. It includes three separate articles:

  1. Show Silhouette Film at New Fogg (Left Article)

    • The article is about a film titled "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," released by the University Film Foundation. It was produced by Lotte Reiniger and required three years to complete.
    • The film is a combination of silhouette animation and live-action, depicting the adventures of Prince Achmed, Sinbad, and Peri Banou.
    • The film will be shown twice in February at the Fogg Art Museum, sponsored by the Cambridge School of Drama. The showings are scheduled for February 14 at 8:00 PM and February 15 at 3:00 PM.
    • The article highlights that this is the first time a motion picture of this type has been produced, marking a departure from traditional filmmaking.
  2. Collections and Critiques: Display Nine Current University Exhibitions (Center Article)

    • This article describes various exhibitions on display around the university.
    • Exhibitions include:
      • Germanic Museum: Features prints from the early fifteenth century to the present day.
      • Fogg Museum of Art: Displays the Naumburg Bequest, including works by Rembrandt, Monet, and others.
      • Widener Library: Houses a collection of Walter Crane's works, including original drawings and books.
      • Contemporary Art Show: Features works by members of the Bauhaus, an influential art school.
  3. New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready (Right Article)

    • The article announces the opening of Harvard's new Faculty Club, located between Quincy Street and the Union, with construction completed by the Harvard Corporation.
    • The club will offer a dining room, lounge, reading room, and a terrace.
    • The club's officers include:
      • President: Dr. Prescott Levis
      • Vice-President: Dr. George H. Lowthian
      • Secretary: Dr. George W. Barton
      • Treasurer: Dr. George S. Clements
    • The club will open its doors on Monday, January 13, with a reception from 8:30 to 9:30 PM.

The page also includes a date stamp from the Christian Science Monitor dated January 10.

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The image is a collection of articles from the Harvard Crimson newspaper, dated January 14. Here are detailed summaries of each article:

  1. "Show Silhouette Film at New Fogg"

    • The article discusses the release of a movie by the University Film Foundation, titled "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," which is a silhouette film created by Lotte Reiniger.
    • The film took three years to produce and required over 300,000 individual pictures.
    • It is noted for being the first full-length animated film, predating Disney's feature films.
    • Two showings of the film, sponsored by the Cambridge School of Drama, are scheduled for February 14 at the New Fogg Art Museum at 2:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
  2. "Collections and Critiques"

    • This section highlights various exhibitions currently on display at Harvard's museums and galleries.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Features an exhibition of German art, including works by nineteenth-century German artists.
    • New Fogg Museum of Art: Hosts several exhibitions including one on the Renaissance Bequest, Renaissance drawings, and an exhibition titled "El Greco’s 'Christ Driving the Money-Changers from the Temple.'"
    • Widener Library: Showcases an exhibit on Walter Crane, a notable book illustrator, and an exhibit on Kate Greenaway Almanacs.
    • Contemporary Art: An exhibition of works from the Harvard Society of Contemporary Art, including pieces by well-known modern artists.
  3. "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready"

    • Harvard’s new Faculty Club is set to open its doors on Monday, January 12, located on Quincy Street between the Union and New Fogg Museum.
    • The club will serve as a social and dining venue for university officers, instructors, and their guests.
    • The first formal event, a dinner, is planned for January 22, with President Conant and other faculty members expected to attend.
    • The club's facilities include a main dining room, private dining rooms, and a lounge, with membership open to all officers of instruction and research.

The articles collectively highlight cultural and social developments within the Harvard community during that period.

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The image shows a page from a publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, featuring three articles. Here is a detailed summary of each article:

  1. Show Silhouette Film at New Fogg (Crimson Jan. 6)

    • The article discusses a silhouette film titled "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," produced by the University Film Foundation and directed by Lotte Reiniger.
    • The film was shown at the New Fogg Art Museum on February 14.
    • It took three years and 300,000 individual pictures to complete the film, which combines silhouettes and movement.
    • The film is based on Arabian fairy tales and features Prince Achmed, the fairy Pari-Banou, the sorcerer, Aladdin, Princess Dinarsade, and the wicked sorcerer.
    • The film is noted for its imaginative and artistic qualities and is available for sale at the Cambridge School of Drama.
  2. Collections and Critiques (Crimson Jan. 9)

    • This article highlights nine current university exhibitions at various museums and galleries.
    • Exhibitions include:
      • Germanic Museum: Works by Kuno Francke and modern German prints.
      • Fogg Museum: Paintings by Neumhurg Request, including works by Rembrandt and Old Master drawings.
      • Widener Library: Watercolors by Rembrandt and Old Master drawings.
      • Treasure Room of Widener Library: Works by Walter Crane.
      • Widener Room: Kate Greenaway Almanacs and Punch's Pocket-Books.
      • Harvard Society of Contemporary Art: Works by the Bauhaus colony.
    • The exhibitions feature a variety of artworks, including paintings, drawings, and prints.
  3. New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready (Christian Science Monitor Jan. 10)

    • The article announces the opening of Harvard's new Faculty Club on January 12.
    • The club is located at the Union and New Fogg Museum, replacing the old Colonial Club.
    • It features a main dining room, private dining rooms, and a lounge.
    • The club is furnished with art objects from Fogg Museum and Georgian-style furniture.
    • The opening reception is expected to attract several hundred guests.
    • The club aims to provide a gathering place for faculty and graduate students, with a membership of around 500.

The page is dated January 1930, as indicated by the dates on the articles.

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The image is of three newspaper clippings pasted onto a page. Each clipping has its own headline and article content. Here's what each section seems to be about:

  1. On the left, an article titled "SHOW SILHOUETTE FILM AT NEW FOGG," which discusses a movie released by the University Film Foundation that is the work of Lotte Reiniger, with showings scheduled for February. It appears to be about a silhouette film, mentioned as a spectacular performance by "the German Silhouette artist," with screenings at the Cambridge School of Drama and at the New Fogg Museum. The film, "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," is described as the first great animation drama, taking years and considerable effort to produce.

  2. In the middle, the headline "Collections and Critiques" introduces information about nine current university exhibitions, touching topics from contemporary art to permanent collections at various university museums, including the Fogg, Germanic Museums, Widener, and University galleries. It lists several exhibitions, such as prints by Albrecht Dürer, portraits by Rembrandt, and mentions a loan exhibition of textiles at the Fogg Museum. There is a specific focus on the art pieces and their historical significance.

  3. On the right, an article with the headline "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready," which details the opening of a new Faculty Club at Harvard University. This article provides information about the club's features, including its dining room and the kinds of activities and amenities it will offer to its members. It also mentions some faculty members associated with the club's creation and operation.

The clippings are date-stamped with "Crimson Jan. 6" and "Crimson Jan. 14" on the top of the top left and middle articles, indicating that they were probably from a publication called Crimson, and the dates are likely when the articles were published. The page has holes on the right margin, suggesting it was part of a binder or a folder at some point.

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The image displays a page with three newspaper clippings. Each clipping is an article from different publications and dates.

  1. The first article is from "Crimson Jan. 6" titled "SHOW SILHOUETTE FILM AT NEW FOGG" discussing a movie released by the University Film Foundation featuring the work of Lotte Reiniger, with showings scheduled for February. It gives details about the film, its production, and the collaborative effort between various departments of the University.

  2. The second article is from "Crimson Jan. 14" titled "Collections and Critiques" and talks about nine current university exhibitions at Fogg, Germanic Museums, Widener, and a contemporary art show. It describes various artworks and exhibits, including works by Kuno Francke, Walter Crane, and others. Each exhibit is briefly detailed, focusing on the significance and content.

  3. The third article is from "Christian Science Monitor Jan. 10" titled "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready." It announces the opening of the new Faculty Club at Harvard on January 12. The article details the facilities, features of the new construction, and the intended functions and events to be held in the space. It emphasizes the benefits of the club to faculty and visitors.

The page has handwritten notes at the top identifying the sources and dates of each clipping. Additionally, you can see holes punched on the right margin that indicate it might have been part of a larger collection or scrapbook.

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The image shows a page from a historical newspaper or publication titled "Crimson Jan. 14", dated January 14. The page is divided into three distinct sections, each featuring a different article or headline. Here is a detailed description of each section:

Left Column:

  • Headline: "SHOW SILHOUETTE FILM AT NEW FOGG"
  • Subheadline: "Movie Released by University Film Foundation is Work of Lotte Reininger"
  • Content:
    This article discusses the release of a film titled "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," directed by Lotte Reininger. The film is described as a German silhouette film, and it is noted that it was released by the University Film Foundation. The article highlights that the film is significant as it marks a departure from traditional drama into the realm of motion pictures. It mentions that the film was shown at the New Fogg Art Museum and the Cambridge School of Drama, with two presentations scheduled for February 14 at the New Fogg Art Museum. The article also provides details about the film's production, noting that it took three years and 300,000 individual pictures and silhouettes to complete. The story is described as a fantastic tale involving a prince, a fairy, and a journey through magical realms, including the heavens, the ocean, and the moon.

Middle Column:

  • Headline: "Collections and Critiques"
  • Subheadline: "DISPLAY NINE CURRENT UNIVERSITY EXHIBITIONS"
  • Content:
    This section discusses nine current exhibitions at various university museums and galleries. The exhibitions are spread across different institutions, including the Fogg Art Museum, Germania Museum, Widener Library, and the Contemporary Art Show. The article highlights several notable exhibits:
    • Fogg Art Museum: Features works by German artists, including Kuno Franke, a professor of Germanic culture, and Merlin, a German printmaker from the 15th century.
    • New Fogg Museum of Art: Showcases several exhibitions, including works by Naumburg Bequest, El Greco, Rembrandt, Raphael, and Manet. Notable pieces include "Christ Driving the Money-Changers from the Temple" by El Greco, "Portrait of a Preacher of Holland" by Franz Hals, and watercolors by Rembrandt.
    • Widener Library: Features works by Walter Crane, a well-known illustrator from the late 19th century, including his illustrations for children's books such as "Line and Form" and "The Story of the Old Colony Club and Children's Books."
    • Greenaway Exhibition: Showcases the works of Kate Greenaway, known for her illustrations of children’s books from the late 19th century.
    • Contemporary Art Exhibition: Features works by members of the Bauhaus, including photographs of the Bauhaus colony near Berlin and paintings and drawings by members of the colony.

Right Column:

  • Headline: "New Faculty Club at Harvard Ready"
  • Subheadline: "Harvard's new Faculty Club is to open its doors Monday, Jan. 10"
  • Content:
    This article announces the establishment of a new Faculty Club at Harvard University, located on Quincy Street, between the Union and New Fogg Museum. The club is described as a newly constructed building that will serve as a gathering place for university officers and instructors. The structure has been under construction since last March and represents an expenditure of $300,000. Activities at the club will include dining, socializing, and other formal or informal gatherings. The article notes that the club will be open to 900 members, including faculty, staff, and graduate students. It also mentions that the club will host a reception on Friday evening, January 10, with a prix fixe luncheon planned for January 14. The club is expected to foster mutual relationships between active university departments and institutions, which were previously less formal.

Overall Layout:

  • The page is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with clear headings, subheadings, and concise paragraphs summarizing key points.
  • The left and middle columns are more detailed and descriptive, focusing on cultural and artistic events, while the right column provides news about a new institutional development at Harvard.
  • The page appears to be from an academic or university-affiliated publication, given the focus on university exhibitions, faculty activities, and cultural events.

This page provides a snapshot of cultural, academic, and institutional life at a university during the early 20th century.

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This image is of a newspaper clipping that is dated January 8, 1926. The clipping is from the Crimson, the Harvard University newspaper. The clipping includes a variety of articles, including one about a silhouette film being shown at the New Fogg Art Museum, as well as an article about a new Faculty Club at Harvard University. The silhouette film is described as being a work of Lotte Reiniger, a famous German artist, and the film is said to have taken three years to produce. The Faculty Club is described as being a new club that will be located on Quincy Street between the Union and New Street Museum. The club is said to have been established for university officers and instructors and is said to have an expenditure of $30,000. The club is also said to have been furnished with art objects from the Fogg Museum.