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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or a collection of news clippings related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The page is titled "September - October" and contains several newspaper articles and announcements about various exhibitions held at the museum. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum (September 26, 1931)

    • The exhibition features prints from masters of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, including works by Mantegna, Marcantonio, and Lucas van Leyden.
    • The prints showcase the development of engraving and woodcut techniques in Italy and Germany.
    • Highlights include works by Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, Giulio Campagnola, and others.
    • The exhibition also includes German woodcuts and engravings from the fifteenth century, such as the "Death" series by Lucas Cranach.
  2. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition (June 18, 1931)

    • The museum will display a collection of prints from the fifteenth to the nineteenth century.
    • Featured artists include Pollaiuolo, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Whistler, and others.
    • The exhibition runs through the summer months.
  3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition (October 1, 1931)

    • The exhibition showcases works by Cranach, Dürer, and Hopfer.
    • The prints are from the museum's rich collection and will be on display through October.
  4. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition (September 25, 1932)

    • An exhibition of objects found by the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University in the Fayum.
    • The exhibition includes a historical exhibition of the work of the Nuremberg masters and paintings of the Naumburg school.
    • The exhibition runs until October 31.
  5. List of Works by Various Artists (Undated)

    • A list of works by artists such as Boucher, Canaletto, Daubigny, Delacroix, and others.
    • The list includes titles and descriptions of the works, indicating a diverse collection of artworks.

The clippings provide a historical snapshot of the exhibitions and artworks displayed at the Fogg Art Museum during the early 1930s, highlighting the museum's focus on prints and engravings from various periods and artists.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and notes related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum held in September and October of 1931.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum
    • Content: This clipping details an exhibition of prints from the 15th to the 16th centuries. The exhibition includes works by renowned artists such as Mantegna, Marcantonio Raimondi, and Marcantoni. The text highlights the growth of the art of engraving and etching, particularly in Italy, Germany, and France, during these centuries. It mentions notable prints like the "Otto Prints" and "The Nudes," and emphasizes the dramatic strength of engraving in the works of Mantegna and Dürer.
  2. Top Center Clipping:

    • Title: Fogg Art Museum Collection
    • Content: This clipping announces that the Fogg Art Museum will have an extensive collection of prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries, including works by Pollaiuolo, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Whistler, and others. It mentions that the exhibition will be on display through the month of October.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: An Exhibition of Objects Found by the American School of Oriental Research
    • Content: This clipping describes an exhibition of objects discovered by the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University. The exhibition features items found near Kirkuk, Iraq. It includes a memorial exhibition of the works of Charles Herbert Moore and paintings by the Naumburg bequest. The exhibition runs until October 31 and is open to the public.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping and Notes:

    • Additional Information: The bottom section includes smaller notes and details about the museum’s location (corner of Quincy Street and Broadway) and opening hours. It also lists the inclusion of various prints and engraving masterpieces from different artists and periods.

The document and clippings collectively highlight the Fogg Art Museum's efforts to showcase significant historical prints and engravings, emphasizing their educational and cultural value.

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The image displays a scrapbook page with several clipped newspaper articles related to the Fogg Art Museum, dated September-October. The articles are about various exhibitions and events at the museum. The first article on the left discusses an exhibition of prints from the 15th and 16th centuries, featuring works by Mantegna, Pollaiuolo, and others, which opens the following week. The middle article announces that the Fogg Art Museum will have an exhibition illustrating the field of prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries, including works by Pollaiuolo, Mantegna, Durer, Rembrandt, and Whistler, on view through October. The article on the right describes an exhibition of objects found by the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq, also on display until October 31. Additionally, it mentions a memorial exhibition of works by Charles Herbert Moore and paintings from the Naumburg bequest. The page is labeled "September-October" at the top, and some articles are dated, such as one from "Transcript, Sept. 26, 1931." The Fogg Art Museum's address and visiting hours are also noted at the bottom right.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from September 1931, detailing exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

Exhibition of Prints

The main article announces an upcoming exhibition of prints at the Fogg Art Museum, starting the next week. This exhibition will feature prints from six centuries, with a focus on prominent artists from Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, France, and England. The collection aims to illustrate the growth and evolution of engraving and etching arts.

Key highlights include:

  • Florentine Engravings: Early achievements of the 15th century, including works by the "Master of the Nudes" and the "Master of the Annunciation to the Shepherds."
  • German and Italian Prints: Works by Martin Schongauer, Albrecht Dürer, and Marcantonio Raimondi.
  • Supreme Geniuses: Masterpieces by Rembrandt, van Leyden, and Mantegna.
  • Unique Pieces: A rare impression of the twenty-four Otto prints and works by Giovanni Antonio da Brescia and Giulio Campagnola.

The exhibition will trace the development of early German engraving, including works by Israhel van Meckenem, Master E.S., and the Housebook Master, leading up to Albrecht Dürer.

Additional Exhibitions

  1. 15th to 19th Century Prints:
    The Fogg Art Museum is also hosting a summer-long collection of prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries. This exhibition includes works by artists such as Pollaiuolo, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Whistler, and others. It features etchings from the Hopfer family of Augsburg and Italian works from the late sixteenth century.

  2. Archaeological Finds:
    An exhibition showcasing objects found by expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq. This exhibit will continue until October 31.

  3. Memorial Exhibition:
    A display of the works of the late Charles Herbert Moore, including paintings from the Naumburg bequest.

General Information

The clipping provides the address of the Fogg Art Museum, located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway in Cambridge. It lists the open hours from 9 AM to 5 PM on weekdays, with special hours on Saturdays (9 AM to 12 PM) and Sundays (2 PM to 5 PM). Admission is noted to be free.

The article is signed by "T.R.S." and dated September 26, 1931. The museum's curator is Edward W. Forbes, with John S. Newberry serving as the assistant curator. The staff includes notable names such as Paul J. Sachs, associate director, and Agnes Mongan, keeper of the prints.

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The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings and a handwritten note, all related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, dated from September to October of an unspecified year. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (September 1931):

    • Headline: "Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum"
    • Content: The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of prints from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The collection includes prints by Mantenga, Marcantonio Raimondi, and other notable artists. The exhibition highlights the growth of engraving and etching techniques in Italy and the Low Countries during the Renaissance. It showcases works by artists such as Durer, Holbein, and Rembrandt, among others. The exhibition includes prints from the early Florentine period, works by Marcantonio Raimondi, and engravings by Albrecht Dürer and others.
  2. Top Right Clipping (September 1931):

    • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: The Fogg Art Museum will have a collection of prints on exhibition through the summer, showcasing prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries. The exhibition includes works by Pollaiuolo, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Whistler, and others. This collection is drawn from the museum's rich print collection.
  3. Middle Right Clipping (September 1931):

    • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: An exhibition of objects found by the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University, near Kirkuk, Iraq, is on display at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes a memorial display of the work of Charles Herbert Moore and paintings of the Naumburg bequest.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (September 25, 1931):

    • Headline: Not specified, but related to the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Content: This clipping provides details about the exhibition of prints, highlighting the works of masters such as Dürer, Holbein, and Rembrandt. It emphasizes the museum’s rich collection and the significance of the prints, particularly those from the 15th and 16th centuries.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping (September 1931):

    • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: This clipping mentions the exhibition of prints and objects from the museum's collection, with a focus on works by artists like Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, and others. It also notes the inclusion of prints by German and Italian masters from the fifteenth to the nineteenth centuries.
  6. Handwritten Note:

    • Note: The note at the bottom right corner mentions "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and lists the dates as September 1931.

Each clipping emphasizes the variety and richness of the exhibitions held at the Fogg Art Museum during this period, highlighting important works of art from different historical periods and artists.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and notes related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, specifically from September to October of an unspecified year (likely the early 1930s, given the style and handwriting).

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum"
    • The article describes an upcoming exhibition of prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries, highlighting contributions from Italian, German, and French artists.
    • Notable artists mentioned include Mantegna, Marcantonio Raimondi, Rembrandt, Dürer, Holbein, Van Dyck, Whistler, and others.
    • The exhibition includes works by Giovanni Antonio de Bianchi, Giovanni Antonio de Saronis, and others, emphasizing the development of engraving techniques and the rise of printmaking as an art form.
    • It mentions specific works such as "Christ Carrying the Cross" by Dürer, and the "Dance of Death" by Holbein.
  2. Top Center Clipping:

    • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Brief mention of an upcoming exhibition illustrating the whole field of prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries.
    • Includes works by Pollaiuolo, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and Whistler.
    • This exhibition is set to run through October.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Announces an exhibition of prints spanning from the 15th to the 19th centuries, showcasing a broad range of artists and techniques.
    • The collection is noted to be drawn from the Fogg’s rich collection of prints.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Describes an exhibition of objects found by the expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq.
    • The exhibition is open to the public until October 31 and includes a memorial exhibition of Charles Herbert Moore’s work and paintings from the Naumburg bequest.
  5. Bottom Center Clipping:

    • Contains notes about the Fogg Art Museum's location and exhibition hours.
    • The museum is located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge, open on weekdays from 9 to 5.
    • Notes on specific exhibits, including works by Mantegna, Rembrandt, and others, and mentions of related prints and watercolors.
  6. Handwritten Notes:

    • Various handwritten dates and names (e.g., September 24, 1931) are noted on the clippings, likely indicating the dates of the exhibitions or the dates when these notes were made.

The clippings and notes collectively provide a detailed overview of the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions in September and October, focusing on historical prints and artworks from various periods and artists.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings focused on exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are arranged neatly on a blank sheet. At the top center of the page, it is labeled "SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER" with "Sep. 1" in the upper right corner, suggesting the time period for these clippings or exhibitions.

The clippings include several announcements and brief articles about art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting notable artists such as Pollaiuolo, Manet, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and Whistler. They discuss exhibitions of prints, objects found by expeditions, and works from various centuries, with dates from 1930 and 1931 noted in handwriting near some clippings.

The text mentions the museum's focus on prints by important masters of the fifteenth to nineteenth centuries, exhibitions including works of famous artists, and special displays of objects from archaeological and oriental research expeditions. There are also references to lectures and collections related to Italian and German etching and engraving.

Handwritten notes include dates such as "June 16, 1931," "Dec. 19," "Sept. 25, 1930," and "Trans. Sept. 26, 1931," indicating when these announcements or exhibitions were relevant or recorded. The page features punched holes along the left edge, indicating it may have been stored in a binder.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook with newspaper clippings attached to it. The page is labeled at the top with handwritten text "September - October" and "Sep.-1". There are four clippings in total, discussing exhibitions held at the Fogg Museum (likely referring to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University).

  1. The first and largest clipping discusses an "Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum" featuring works of significant artists including Dürer, Rembrandt, Van Leyden, and others. It mentions specific artists and pieces, exhibitions, the wide range of prints from different centuries and countries, and categorizing prints by theme such as Biblical subjects, landscapes, etc. It’s dated "Times, Sept. 26, 1931."

  2. The second clipping describes the Fogg Museum's summer exhibition, featuring prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries including works by Pollauoil, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Whistler, and many others. It includes the handwritten note "Amos Alum Collection".

  3. The third clipping, dated Sept. 25, 1930, covers an exhibition of objects found by expeditions of the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University near Kirkuk, Iraq. It also mentions a memorial exhibition for Charles Herbert Moore.

  4. The fourth and smallest clipping appears to be a brief notice about an event or exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, including brief mentions of various artworks and artists.

The page is perforated on the left for insertion into a binder, and the clippings have a slightly aged, yellowish appearance.

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This image displays a scanned page with various newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The page is dated at the top with "September-October" and a handwritten note indicating "Sep. 1." The clippings are related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, detailing different showcases of prints and artwork.

The various sections of text describe the upcoming or current exhibitions, mentioning specifics like the inclusion of works by famous artists such as Rembrandt, Mantegna, Dürer, Holbein, and others. The clippings appear to be taken from different sources, as the format and typesetting of each vary slightly. All of the clippings focus on the appreciation and dissemination of art through exhibitions, though details like exact dates, individual artworks, and additional events related to the museum are given.

Written notes and marks, such as underlinings, are visible on the clippings, suggesting that someone highlighted important information or possibly used this document for research or reference purposes. The overall condition of the paper suggests it is of significant age with slight discoloration, and it is stored with care, having been hole-punched for filing.

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The image depicts a page from a bulletin or newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum, dated September–October 1931. The page is titled "Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum" and serves as an announcement for an upcoming exhibition of prints scheduled to open the following week. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page features the title "Exhibition of Prints at Fogg Museum" in bold, centered text.
    • The header also includes the months "September–October", indicating the timeframe for the bulletin.
  2. Main Text:

    • The main body of the text is divided into two columns, each discussing different aspects of the exhibition.
    • Left Column:
      • Opening Announcement: The text begins by announcing that the Fogg Art Museum will host an exhibition of prints, opening the following week. It highlights that the exhibition will feature prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries, showcasing works by renowned artists such as Mantegna, Dürer, Scheiner, van Leyden, and Marcantonio.
      • Scope of the Exhibition: The text emphasizes the historical significance of the prints, noting that they represent the growth of engraving as an art form, particularly in Italy, Germany, France, and the Netherlands during the two centuries indicated.
      • Notable Artists and Works: Specific artists and their works are mentioned, including Albrecht Dürer, Lucas van Leyden, Marcantonio Raimondi, Giorgione, Giovanni Carli, Giovanni Caroto, Giovanni Bellini, and Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. The text also highlights Dürer's "Melancholia I" and Marcantonio's "Little Masters".
      • Techniques and Innovations: The bulletin discusses the evolution of engraving techniques, such as cross-hatching and the development of woodcuts, referencing works like Dürer's Apocalypse Block-Book and Lucas Cranach's "Dance of Death".
    • Right Column:
      • Exhibition Details: This section reiterates that the Fogg Art Museum will host a collection illustrating the whole field of prints from the 15th to the 19th centuries. It mentions that the exhibition will include works by Polidoro di Caravaggio, Mantegna, Dürer, Hobbes, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Whistler, and many others.
      • Additional Exhibitions: The text also announces other exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
        • Objects Found by Expeditions: An exhibition of objects found by the American School of Oriental Research and Harvard University, displayed near the Fogg Art Museum.
        • Memorial Exhibition: A memorial exhibition of the work of Charles Herbert Moore, along with paintings from the Norris bequest.
      • Exhibition Dates: The bulletin notes that the exhibitions will continue until October 31 and are open to the public.
  3. Footer:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller section with additional details, including:
      • Location: The Fogg Art Museum is located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge, open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Exhibition Highlights: A brief list of featured artists and works, such as Mantegna, Dürer, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and others.
      • Contact Information: The bulletin includes a reference to the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated September 25, 1931.

Visual Elements:

  • The page has a clean, typed layout with clear headings and subheadings.
  • There are handwritten annotations at the top right corner, including "Sep.-1" and "Transt. Sept. 26, 1931.", suggesting it was part of a translated or transcribed document.
  • The text is organized in a formal, informational style typical of museum bulletins or newsletters from the early 20th century.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a historical museum bulletin designed to inform the public about upcoming exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. It emphasizes the museum's commitment to showcasing significant works of printmaking from various periods and artists, while also highlighting other exhibitions and events occurring simultaneously. The content reflects the educational and cultural mission of the museum during the early 1930s.