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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 791533

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or archive, documenting art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The page is dated October 1931 and includes several newspaper clippings and handwritten notes.

Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Handwritten Notes:

    • At the top of the page, there are handwritten notes indicating "Oct 1, 1931" and "Test Oct 4. also in Trans. Sept 26."
    • The word "OCTOBER" is written prominently at the top.
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum:
      • This clipping discusses a special exhibition of fine prints at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting masterpieces by artists such as Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and others. The exhibition includes works from various schools and periods, showcasing the evolution of printmaking techniques.
    • Transcript: "Current Exhibitions":
      • This section includes multiple smaller clippings, each detailing current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibitions feature a variety of artworks, including Chinese paintings, Japanese prints, and European masters.
      • Specific exhibitions mentioned include:
        • An exhibition of Chinese paintings and porcelains.
        • A display of Japanese prints and paintings.
        • A showcase of Italian Renaissance paintings.
        • An exhibition of watercolors and drawings.
        • A collection of prints and drawings by old masters.
  3. Additional Clippings:

    • There are several other smaller clippings scattered across the page, each providing brief descriptions of various exhibitions and artworks on display at the Fogg Art Museum during October 1931.

The overall theme of the page is the documentation of art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in October 1931, with a focus on the diverse range of artworks and artists featured in these exhibitions.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and handwritten notes related to an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, dated in October. Here's a detailed summary:

Top Left Clipping:

  • Headline: "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum"
  • Content: The article discusses the exhibition of fine prints at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the works of various masters from the 15th and 16th centuries, including Albrecht Dürer, Lucas van Leyden, and Marcantonio Raimondi.
  • Details:
    • The exhibition includes works by Italian, German, and Flemish masters.
    • Notable pieces include Pollaiuolo's "Battle of the Nudes," an early engraving by Dürer, and a variety of prints by other significant artists.
    • The exhibition aims to trace the development of engraving and etching techniques and the influence of these techniques on later artists.
    • The exhibition spans through October.

Top Right Clipping:

  • Title: "Transcript - Current Exhibitions"
  • Content: This transcript lists the exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on prints and drawings from the 15th and 16th centuries.
  • Details:
    • Includes works by artists such as Mantegna, Dürer, Schongauer, and others.
    • The exhibition is open from October through December.

Middle Left Clipping:

  • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum, corner Quincy Street and Broadway"
  • Content: Lists the admission details for the exhibition.
  • Details:
    • Open Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm.
    • Admission is free on Sundays.
    • Admission fee is 50 cents on weekdays.

Middle Right Clipping:

  • Transcript: Similar to the top right clipping but with slightly different content.
  • Content: Details about the exhibitions, including a variety of artists and their works.
  • Details:
    • Highlights prints from the 15th and 16th centuries.
    • Lists the same artists and the same timeframe for the exhibition.

Bottom Clippings:

  • Multiple Clippings:
    • These clippings reiterate the exhibition details, including the dates and artists featured.
    • They mention that the exhibition is a survey of European prints and engravings from the 15th and 16th centuries.
    • Includes names like Albrecht Dürer, Antonio Pollaiuolo, and others.
    • Lists the same opening hours and admission details as the other clippings.

Handwritten Notes:

  • Dates and Annotations:
    • "Post. Oct. 4."
    • "also in Trans. Sept. 26"
    • Dates and times are handwritten, indicating the ongoing nature of the exhibition and its relevance through October and into December.

Summary:

The collage details an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing fine prints from the 15th and 16th centuries, featuring notable artists such as Dürer, Pollaiuolo, Schongauer, and others. The exhibition is open from October through December, with admission details and hours provided in the clippings. The handwritten notes indicate the timeline and the relevance of the ongoing exhibition.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a transcript related to the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on exhibitions of fine prints from the 15th to the 18th centuries.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Date: October 4th
    • Title: "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content: The clipping discusses the full section of special exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum that showcases a comprehensive survey of fine printmaking from the 15th to the 18th centuries. Notable artists and works, such as those by Dürer, Lucas van Leyden, Marcantonio Raimondi, and Albrecht Dürer, are highlighted. The exhibition emphasizes the growth of printmaking, particularly the evolution of engraving and woodcut techniques.
  2. Top Right Transcript:

    • Location: Corner of Quincy Street and Broadway
    • Exhibition Overview: The transcript describes the current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, listing various artists and periods, including watercolors by artists such as English and Dutch masters from the 17th century, and European prints from the 15th to the 18th centuries. The exhibits are organized by themes like European watercolors and Korean art.
  3. Middle Clippings (Repeated and Varied Information):

    • These include detailed descriptions of the exhibitions, mentioning specific artists and dates, emphasizing the broad range of works from the Renaissance through to the early modern period.
  4. Repeated Clippings at Bottom:

    • Each of these reiterates the museum’s location (corner of Quincy Street and Broadway), the types of exhibits, and the chronological coverage from the 15th to the 18th century, including specific artists like Dürer, Schongauer, and various others.

Overall, the clippings and transcript emphasize the museum's extensive collection and its comprehensive exhibition of fine prints, showcasing the development and artistic achievements of printmaking over several centuries. The museums' location, specific dates, and detailed artist mentions indicate a well-curated, historical perspective on print art.

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The image shows a page from an archival or historical document, likely a scrapbook or a clipping, related to art exhibitions. The page is titled "OCTOBER" at the top, and there are several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings are primarily about art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, which is located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The clippings are dated October 4th, and some are marked with prices such as "25 cents."

The main clipping on the left side of the page is titled "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum." It details the fall exhibition, which includes works by masters of the 15th and 16th centuries, such as Mantegna, Schongauer, Dürer, Lucas van Leyden, and Marcantonio, as well as more recent masters like Rembrandt and Goya. The exhibition also features prints from the 19th century, including works by Delacroix, Daumier, and others. The clipping mentions that the exhibition will be on view until December 1st.

On the right side of the page, there are several smaller clippings, also describing current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. These include an exhibition of Chinese paintings, European drawings, and Italian prints from the 15th and 16th centuries. The details of the opening days and times are provided, stating that the museum is open from Monday to Saturday from 9 to 5, and Sunday from 2 to 5, with an admission fee of 25 cents for adults and free for children.

There are handwritten notes on the page as well, including the date "Oct. 4" at the top, and some annotations next to the clippings. The page appears to be part of a collection, possibly for reference or research purposes, given the annotations and the care taken to date and price the clippings.

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper dated October 1, featuring an arts section with exhibition information and articles about fine prints.

Left Side: "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum"

This article discusses a fall exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum that showcases works by masters from the 15th to 16th centuries. The exhibition includes prints by renowned artists such as:

  • Italy: Mantegna, Pollaiuolo, and the "Battle of the Nudes."
  • Germany: Schongauer, Dürer, Cranach, and works from the Little Masters.
  • Netherlands: Lucas van Leyden, and prints from the 16th century.

The article highlights the significance of the Northern Italian School and the North Italian engraving styles, noting the influence of Andrea Mantegna. It also mentions the development of German engraving, comparing works by Martin Schongauer and Albrecht Dürer. The article points out the unique qualities of the "Dance of Death" series and the detailed Italian etchings by artists like Agostino Carracci and Guido Reni.

Right Side: "Transcript: Current Exhibitions"

This section lists various current exhibitions at different galleries and museums:

  1. Fogg Art Museum (Corner Quincy Street and Broadway):

    • American Paintings: Through October.
    • Watercolors and Drawings: Including works by Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and others until October 28.
    • Early Italian Engravings: Exhibition from October 1 to 31.
    • Miscellaneous Exhibitions: Various other exhibits until December 1.
  2. Harvard Society for Contemporary Art (38 Quincy Street):

    • Exhibition of works by Stuart Davis, Yasuo Kuniyoshi, and others from October 17 to November 4.
  3. Busch-Reisinger Museum (Divinity Avenue):

    • Exhibition of German art from the 15th to 18th centuries, including works by Dürer and others, until December.
  4. Grace Horne’s Galleries (5 Park Square):

    • Exhibition of watercolors by various artists until October 15.
  5. Carroll Tyson at the Guild of Boston Artists:

    • Display of paintings by Carroll S. Tyson.
  6. Marie Danforth Page at the Copley Society:

    • Exhibition of miniatures by Marie Danforth Page until October 15.

The image as a whole provides an extensive overview of the fine print exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum and a listing of other notable art exhibitions in the area during October.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a transcript related to exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings and transcript are dated October 1931.

Clippings and Transcript Details:

  1. Headline and Main Article:

    • The main article is titled "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum."
    • It mentions the opening of a special exhibition featuring prints by the great masters of the 15th and 16th centuries, including works by Albrecht Dürer, Lucas van Leyden, and Marcantonio Raimondi.
    • The exhibition highlights the works of Polidoro da Caravaggio, Mantegna, Schongauer, and Durer.
    • The exhibition is divided into sections such as "Battle of the Nudes," "The Master Engravers," and "The Dutch and Flemish Masters."
    • It mentions the significance of prints in the development of engraving and woodcut techniques.
    • The exhibition runs through the month of October.
  2. Transcript Section:

    • The transcript lists the current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, corner Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • The exhibitions include:
      • A Memorial Exhibition of Chinese and Korean Art.
      • European Masters from the 15th through the 18th centuries, including works by Dürer, Schongauer, and others.
      • The exhibition of fine prints runs until December 1.
  3. Clipping Details:

    • The clippings are dated October 4 and September 26.
    • They highlight various artists and works:
      • Dürer’s "The Seven Sorrows of Mary" and "Saint Jerome in His Study."
      • Mantegna’s "Battle of the Sea Gods."
      • Schongauer’s "Saint Anthony Tormented by Demons."
      • Marcantonio’s "Leda and the Swan."
    • The prints are displayed in a way that traces the development of engraving and woodcut techniques over centuries.
  4. Handwritten Notes:

    • There are handwritten notes, including a date "Oct. 1" and "Post Oct. 4" and "also in Trans. Sept. 26."
    • The name "May Hammond" is written at the bottom, likely indicating the person who compiled or reviewed the information.

Summary:

The image shows a detailed account of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in October 1931, featuring a comprehensive survey of fine prints by prominent European masters from the 15th and 16th centuries. The articles and transcript provide a rich overview of the artists, their works, and the significance of their contributions to the development of printmaking techniques. The exhibition is noted to run through October and December, with various artists and their notable works being highlighted.

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This image displays a document comprising several sections of text, presumably from some art exhibition-related notices. The page is marked "OCTOBER" at the top, with handwritten notes and annotations present both on and beside the typed sections. Each text snippet seems to be a separate entry or notice, given the variance in text formatting and content. There are indications that the document has undergone some editing or organization, as seen by words like "Transcript." and "Current Exhibitions" handwritten in the margins.

The document has a historical look, possibly being an archival record or a collection of excerpts of reviews or descriptions of fine print exhibitions during a specific month. The physical cues, like the discoloration of paper, additional hand markings, and varied typographical layout, suggest that it has been assembled from different sources or at different times.

It's also worth noting the presence of three holes punched along the left side of the paper, implying the page was kept in a binder or a similar filing system. There's a visible date (possibly October 1) and handwritten references to specific dates, such as "Tues. Oct 4." and "also in Tues. Sept.26". The content of the text is hard to read due to the resolution and size of the image, but it appears to discuss art exhibitions and possibly art collections or specific artworks, judging by the occasional names and references that are visible.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page with multiple newspaper clippings attached to it, all concerning art exhibitions. At the top of the page, handwritten text reads "October". Below that, on the left side, there is a long, vertical newspaper clipping titled "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum". Adjacent to this clipping, handwritten notes indicate the publishing date: "Post Oct 4, also in Trans - Sept. 26".

To the right of the primary clipping, there are several smaller rectangular newspaper clippings arranged vertically. One of these clippings has handwritten text above it saying "Transcript: "Current Exhibitions"". The small clippings cover various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, with dates annotated next to them in handwriting. These annotations include "Transcript - Oct 14, 1924", "Post - Oct. 1924", "Transcript - Nov. 1924", and "Trans. Mar 7, 1925". The bottom region of the page contains another small clipping with detailed information about some exhibitions. Written in cursive at the bottom of the long clipping is "Mrs. Hartwood".

The scrapbook page appears to have two punched holes on the right side, suggesting that it was part of a bound collection. The page showcases a collection of articles concerned with art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, reflecting the curator's interest or documentation of art events during a specific timeframe in October.

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This image shows a scrapbook or album page titled "OCTOBER" with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings appear to be about fine prints and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

  • The largest clipping on the left side is titled "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum." It discusses a fall season exhibition at the museum featuring prints by great masters of the 16th century, including works by Mantegna, Schongauer, Dürer, and others. It talks about the significance of these prints and some specific pieces, such as Pollaiuolo's "Battle of the Nudes."

  • On the right side, five smaller clippings are labeled as transcripts titled "Current Exhibitions" at the Fogg Art Museum. These clippings list details about the museum's location (corner of Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge), open hours, admission fees, and describe exhibitions of works by various artists in different media including prints, drawings, and sculpture.

  • There are various handwritten annotations on the page, including dates "Oct. 1" and "Oct 19, '31" and the name "Miss Harwood" written below the largest clipping.

  • The page has three punched holes on the right side, indicating it might be part of a binded scrapbook or archival collection.

Overall, the page is a curated collection of press materials or notices about art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in October 1931.

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The image shows a historical document or page from a publication dated October, likely from the early 20th century, based on the style of the text and layout. The document appears to be a transcript or summary of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on a Survey of Fine Prints. The content is centered around art exhibitions featuring works from the 14th and 16th centuries, highlighting notable artists such as Lucas van Leyden, Schongauer, Durer, Mantegna, and Marcantonio Raimondi, among others.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Title and Context:

    • The document is titled "Survey of Fine Prints at Fogg Art Museum", indicating that it is a report or summary of an exhibition.
    • It mentions that the Fogg Art Museum has opened a special exhibition featuring works by masters of the 14th and 16th centuries.
  2. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition includes works by prominent artists such as Lucas van Leyden, Schongauer, Durer, Mantegna, and Marcantonio Raimondi.
    • The document discusses the significance of these artists and their contributions to printmaking, engraving, etching, and woodcut techniques during the 14th and 16th centuries.
  3. Highlighted Works:

    • Polidoro: The document describes Polidoro's work, noting that his "Battle of the Nudes" is a magnificent example of his style, comparing it to the work of the Giant School of the year 1520.
    • Master E.S.: The exhibition includes works by this anonymous artist, with a focus on the development of early German engraving, including the "Christ Carrying the Cross."
    • Durer: Durer's works are mentioned, including his "Little Masters" and "Life of the Virgin," as well as his "Apocalypse."
    • Marcantonio Raimondi: His works are discussed, including "The Judgment of Paris," "The Adoration of the Magi," and "The Adoration of the Shepherds."
  4. Exhibition Schedule:

    • The document includes a section titled "Transcript: Current Exhibitions", listing details about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions.
    • It specifies that the "Survey of Fine Prints" exhibition will remain open through the month of October.
    • The museum is located at corner Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge, and admission is free on certain days (e.g., Sundays and Wednesdays).
  5. Handwritten Annotations:

    • There are handwritten notes and markings on the document, suggesting it may have been used for reference or study. The handwriting includes phrases like "Test Oct. 4" and "also in Trans. Sept. 26", indicating it might have been part of a larger collection or archive.
  6. Layout and Design:

    • The page is formatted with a clear heading, followed by a detailed description of the exhibition and its contents.
    • The text is typed, with some sections underlined or emphasized, likely to draw attention to key points.
    • The bottom portion of the page includes additional exhibition details, such as the "Memorial Exhibition of Chinese Art" and other museum events.

Overall Impression:

The document serves as a historical record of an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, providing insights into the museum's collection and the artistic achievements of the 14th and 16th centuries. The handwritten annotations suggest it was used for scholarly or archival purposes, possibly as part of a research or exhibition planning process. The layout and content reflect the formal and educational tone typical of early 20th-century museum publications.