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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image is a collection of various newspaper clippings and a flyer related to art lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of each item:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Transcript, Feb 20):

    • Title: "Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures"
    • Content: Announces three public lectures on Italian criticism of the Renaissance by Professor Lionello Venturi of the University of Turin. Venturi is the son of a notable Italian historian and is known for his book on Italian painting. The lectures are scheduled at the Fogg Museum on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons at 4:30.
  2. Top Middle Clipping (Post Transcript, Feb 22):

    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Content: Announces an illustrated lecture on ancient art in Siberia by Dr. Alfred Salmony, director of the Eastern Asiatic Museum in Cologne. The lecture is scheduled for Thursday afternoon, March 3, at 4:30 at the Fogg Museum.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Crimson, Feb 3):

    • Title: "At Fogg Museum"
    • Content: Describes two capitals from the Abbey of San Maria Albanese near the hamlet of Labranza in the parish of Cervera, Spain. The capitals are dated to the year 1185 and feature intricate carvings and inscriptions.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (Transcript, Feb 20):

    • Title: "Lectures at Fogg"
    • Content: Similar to the first clipping, it announces the lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on Italian criticism of the Renaissance, scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons at 4:30 at the Fogg Museum.
  5. Middle Middle Clipping (Transcript, Feb 20):

    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Content: Reiterates the announcement of Dr. Alfred Salmony's lecture on ancient art in Siberia, scheduled for Thursday afternoon, March 3, at 4:30 at the Fogg Museum.
  6. Middle Right Handwritten Note:

    • Content: A handwritten note mentioning "Transcript, Feb 20 about 20 lines (in Library file)."
  7. Bottom Left Flyer:

    • Title: "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance"
    • Content: A flyer announcing three lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM at the Fogg Art Museum. The public is invited.
  8. Bottom Right Clipping (Post):

    • Title: "Fogg's New Bulletin"
    • Content: Announces the Fogg Art Museum's new bulletin, which will uphold high standards set by the Fogg. The bulletin will be illustrated and will cover various art exhibitions and lectures. The first issue is described as fresh and richly illustrated.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of academic and cultural events related to art history and criticism, specifically focusing on lectures and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University in February and March.

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The image consists of several newspaper clippings and a flyer related to events at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, primarily focusing on lectures and an exhibition.

  1. Top Left (Professor Venturi):

    • A brief mention of a lecture series titled "Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures" by Professor Lionello Venturi, which will be held at Fogg Art Museum. The lectures are scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM.
  2. Top Center (Dr. Salmony):

    • A clipping about an illustrated lecture titled "Ancient Art in Siberia" by Dr. Alfred Salmony. The event is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, February 22.
  3. Top Right (Crimson):

    • A note about a visit to the Fogg Museum, specifically highlighting the entrance doors from the Abbey of Santa Maria de Albarracín, Spain, and a detailed description of two capitals from Gothic architecture, including their inscriptions and scenes.
  4. Middle Left (Transcript Feb. 20):

    • A transcription of the same lecture series by Professor Venturi, reiterating the dates and times of the lectures.
  5. Bottom Left (Fogg Art Museum Flyer):

    • A detailed flyer for the lecture series "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance" by Professor Lionello Venturi from the University of Turin. The flyer specifies the three dates and times (February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM) and invites the public.
  6. Bottom Right (Post - Fogg's New Bulletin):

    • A bulletin announcing the second number of the Fogg Art Museum’s new publication. It mentions a notable article on Spanish art, specifically the work of Walter V. R. Berry of Paris, and includes a list of recent acquisitions.

Overall, the image documents various announcements and detailed descriptions related to lectures, an art exhibition, and museum visits at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image displays a collection of documents, likely from a library or archive, related to lectures and events at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The documents include newspaper clippings and typed notices, all dated in February, with annotations and stamps indicating their transcription dates.

  1. Top Left: A notice announcing a series of lectures titled "Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures" by Professor Lionello Venturi of the University of Turin. The lectures, scheduled for February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM, will cover Italian criticism of the Renaissance. The public is invited.

  2. Top Center: An announcement for a lecture on "Ancient Art in Siberia" by Dr. Alfred Salmony, director of the Eastern Asiatic Museum, to be held on February 24 at 4:30 PM at the Fogg Art Museum. The public is also invited.

  3. Top Right: A description of two capitals at the Fogg Museum, one from the Abbey of Santa Maria de Ripoll and the other from the Cathedral of Gerona, both in Spain. The description details the carvings and historical context of these art pieces.

  4. Middle Left: Another notice for Professor Lionello Venturi's lectures, emphasizing his reputation as an art critic and historian, and providing details about the lecture schedule and venue.

  5. Middle Center: A repeated notice of Dr. Alfred Salmony's lecture on "Ancient Art in Siberia," with the same details as above.

  6. Middle Right: A brief note about the Fogg Art Museum's new bulletin, which includes an illustrated article on the art of the Far East and a list of recent accessions.

  7. Bottom: A formal announcement from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, detailing Professor Lionello Venturi's lectures on "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance," scheduled for February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM, open to the public.

The annotations on the documents indicate that they were transcribed on various dates in February, likely for archival or research purposes.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings and an event notice related to lectures and art exhibitions at Harvard University in early 1937.

Top Left (Professor Venturi)

Transcript, February 20:

  • Title: Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures
  • Content: An article about Professor Lionello Venturi from the University of Turin, a prominent historian of Italian art and critic, who is set to deliver three public lectures on Italian criticism of the Renaissance. The lectures will take place at the Fogg Art Museum on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons at 4:30 PM. The public is invited.

Top Center (Dr. Salmony)

Post Transcript, February 19:

  • Title: Ancient Art in Siberia
  • Content: A brief announcement of an illustrated lecture on Siberian ancient art by Dr. Alfred Salmony from the College of the Eastern Asiatic Museum in Cologne. The lecture is scheduled for March 3 at 8 PM, with the public invited.

Top Right (Crimson, February 8)

  • Title: At Fogg Museum
  • Content: An article describing a capital (top part of a column) from the Church of San Pedro de la Nave, which is displayed at the Fogg Museum. The capital features intricate carvings, including a scene with Christ in Glory, apostles, and the Sacrifice of Abraham.

Middle Left (Transcript, February 20)

  • Lectures at Fogg:
    • Reiteration of the details about Professor Venturi’s lectures on Italian criticism of the Renaissance, scheduled for the upcoming week.

Middle Center (Transcript, February 20)

  • About 20 Lines (Library File):
    • Another mention of the lecture on Ancient Art in Siberia by Dr. Alfred Salmony, with the same details as the previous announcement.

Bottom Left (Fogg Art Museum Bulletin)

  • Title: Italian Criticism of the Renaissance
  • Details: A formal announcement for three lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi from the University of Turin, to be held at the Fogg Art Museum on February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM. The public is invited.

Bottom Right (Fogg's New Bulletin)

  • Content: An update from the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the acquisition of a second capital from San Pedro de la Nave. The article describes the capital’s carvings, including scenes depicting Christ in Glory and the Sacrifice of Abraham. It also mentions the addition of various artworks and books to the museum's collection, such as a rare illustrated book by Antonio Tempesta and a Spanish Ecclesiastical embroidery.

Overall, the image captures various announcements and articles related to art history lectures and acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum in early 1937.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and typed notices related to lectures and exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left (Professor Venturi)

    • Transcript: Feb. 20
    • Title: "Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures"
    • Content: Professor Lionello Venturi, a distinguished historian of Italian art from the University of Turin, will give three public lectures on Italian criticism of the Renaissance. The lectures will be held on February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM. Professor Venturi is known for his book "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance" and his expertise in Venetian painting and criticism.
  2. Top Middle (Dr. Salmony)

    • Post, Transcript: Feb. 19
    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Content: An illustrated lecture on ancient Siberian art will be given by Dr. Alfred Salmony, director of the Eastern Asiatic Museum. The lecture will focus on Chinese and Sianese sculpture and will be held on Thursday, March 3, at 8 PM. The public is cordially invited.
  3. Top Right (Crimson: Feb. 3)

    • Title: "At Fogg Museum"
    • Content: This article discusses two capitals from the Abbey of Santa Maria de Ferrera in Spain, now on display at the Fogg Museum. The capitals depict scenes from the Bible, including the resurrection of Christ and the three Marys arriving at the tomb. The article provides detailed descriptions of the sculptures and their artistic and historical significance.
  4. Middle Left (Transcript: Feb. 20)

    • Title: "Lectures at Fogg"
    • Content: Announcement of three public lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance." The lectures will be held on February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM, with the public invited.
  5. Middle Center (Transcript: Feb. 20)

    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Content: Repeated announcement of Dr. Alfred Salmony's lecture on ancient Siberian art, emphasizing the focus on Chinese and Sianese sculpture, scheduled for March 3 at 8 PM.
  6. Bottom Left (Fogg Art Museum: Harvard University)

    • Title: "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance"
    • Content: A formal announcement of the three lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi from the University of Turin, scheduled for February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM. The public is invited.
  7. Bottom Right (Fogg's New Bulletin)

    • Title: "Fogg's New Bulletin"
    • Content: The Fogg Art Museum's second bulletin is praised for its high standard, featuring articles on notable loan exhibitions. The article mentions a rare and richly illustrated manuscript from the 13th century and discusses the acquisition of a Spanish sculpture from the Middle Ages.

The clippings and notices provide a snapshot of the cultural and academic events occurring at the Fogg Art Museum during early February and March, highlighting significant lectures and exhibits.

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The image contains several clippings and notes related to lectures and events at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from February 1939. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Professor Venturi):

    • Title: "Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures"
    • Description: Three public lectures on "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance" by Professor Lionello Venturi, a renowned historian of Italian art, are scheduled at the Fogg Art Museum. The lectures are on February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM. Venturi is known for his book on Italian painting and criticism. The public is invited.
  2. Top Center Clipping (Dr. Salmonson):

    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Description: An illustrated lecture on the subject of ancient art in Siberia, given by Dr. Alfred Salmonson, director of the Eastern Asiatic Museum, is scheduled for March 3 at 8:00 PM. The public is cordially invited.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Crimson):

    • Title: "At Fogg Museum"
    • Description: This note discusses the capitals on the door of the Fogg Museum, which are from the Abbey of Santa Maria de Labranza near the hamlet of Labranza, in the province of Cervera, Spain. It provides inscriptions and details about the carvings, including a depiction of the Last Supper and the resurrection of Christ.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (Transcript, Feb 20):

    • Title: "Lectures at Fogg"
    • Description: This transcript notes the three lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on Italian Criticism of the Renaissance, emphasizing his expertise in Venetian painting and criticism.
  5. Middle Center Clipping (Transcript, Feb 22):

    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Description: Similar to the top center clipping, it reiterates the lecture on Ancient Art in Siberia by Dr. Alfred Salmonson.
  6. Middle Right Clipping (Transcript, Feb 20):

    • Title: "About 20 Lines"
    • Description: This is a brief note on a specific subject, though the context is unclear from the visible text.
  7. Bottom Center Clipping:

    • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY"
    • Description: An announcement of the three lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on the Italian Criticism of the Renaissance, detailing the dates (February 23, 24, and 25) and time (4:30 PM) with an invitation to the public.
  8. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "FOGG'S NEW BULLETIN"
    • Description: This announcement highlights the Fogg Art Museum's second bulletin, featuring articles on various subjects, including a notable loan exhibition from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It mentions the acquisition of a rare and important Spanish ecclesiastical silverwork from the Middle Ages.

Overall, these clippings and notes highlight the cultural and academic events at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring prominent lectures and exhibits from February 1939.

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The image displays an assortment of typed and handwritten notes, along with newspaper clippings that seem to pertain to art history, lectures, and museum exhibits.

At the top left is a note titled "Professor Venturi. Transcript. Feb. 2", speaking about Renaissance art in Italy being discussed in lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi of the University of Turin.

Below that is an article snippet from "Transcript. Feb 2 20.", mentioning lectures at Fogg Art Museum about "Italian criticism of the Renaissance," given by Lionello Venturi and inviting the public to attend.

To the right, at the top, is a note labeled "Dr. Salmony. Post." with dates Feb. 14 and Transcript Feb. 14, referencing ancient art in Siberia.

Further down on the right side is a section titled "Crimson. Feb. 3.", describing specific artworks such as the Annunciation by Fra Angelico and the portal at the Fogg Museum, among other pieces and details about art exhibits and items.

Adjacent to these notes, in the center bottom, is an orange rectangular paper that reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY ITALIAN CRITICISM OF THE RENAISSANCE THREE LECTURES BY PROFESSOR LIONELLO VENTURI OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TURIN FEBRUARY 23, 24, 25, AT 4:30 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED."

Lastly, in the lower right corner, is a small paper that says "Post. FOGG'S NEW BULLETIN," speaking about the Fogg Art Museum's second bulletin and mentioning illustrated works on stone carving, an illuminated copy of the Psalms, and other particular art exhibition items.

The documents seem a bit aged and are arranged on what looks like a bulletin board or a wall for archival or reference purposes. The pushpins and yellowish tinge to the documents suggest they are historical or archival in nature.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook with various newspaper clippings and a printed announcement related to events at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. There are several handwritten notes indicating the source and dates for the clippings. Here's a breakdown of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping: This clipping is titled "RENAISSANCE IN ITALY TO BE DISCUSSED IN LECTURES" and mentions that Professor Lionello Venturi from the University of Turin will present three public lectures on Italian criticism of the Renaissance. Mentioned dates for the lectures include February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM.

  2. Top Right Clipping (Crimson Feb. 3): A clipping about ancient art in Siberia, noting an illustrated lecture at the Fogg Museum by Dr. Salomons on February 19. The lecture discusses the excavation of sites in Siberia that yielded notable antiquities.

  3. Middle Right Clipping (Crimson Feb. 3): Another clipping discussing the capitals on either side of the main entrance door of the Fogg Museum, which are replicas from Santa Maria de Alabanza near Laibarras and Santa Maria del Prado of Cincinnati.

  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Transcript Feb. 20): A clipping titled "Lecture at Fogg," which provides details similar to the top left clipping about Professor Lionello Venturi's lecture series on Italian criticism of the Renaissance.

  5. Bottom Center Clipping (Transcript Feb. 20): This clipping discusses ancient art in Siberia and the lecture by Dr. Salomons at the Fogg Museum.

  6. Center Announcement: A printed announcement for the lecture series by Professor Lionello Venturi on Italian criticism of the Renaissance at Fogg Art Museum, with the specific dates and times listed as February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 PM, inviting the public.

  7. Bottom Right Clipping (Post): A clipping titled "FOGG'S NEW BULLETIN" that discusses the Fogg Art Museum's second bulletin, featuring articles on Italian criticism of the Renaissance, the art of Asia, and other decorative arts. It mentions the conservation efforts in the museum and the new acquisitions.

Handwritten notes around the clippings indicate the dates or source publications of these clippings, such as "Professor Venturi", "Transcript. Feb 20", "Dr. Salmons", "Post. Feb 19", "Transcript. Feb 22", "Crimson. Feb 3", and "Post".

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The image shows a scrapbook or scrapbook-like page containing several newspaper clippings related to lectures and events at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The page appears to be documenting announcements and articles about lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi and Dr. Alfred Salmony.

The page is divided into several sections with newspaper clippings pasted and handwritten notes around them:

  1. Top left clipping titled "RENAISSANCE IN ITALY TO BE DISCUSSED IN LECTURES" announces three public lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on Italian criticism of the Renaissance, giving lecture times and inviting the public.

  2. Directly below it, another clipping similarly announces the lectures at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University by Professor Venturi.

  3. In the center, two small clippings titled "Ancient Art in Siberia" announce an illustrated lecture by Dr. Alfred Salmony, director of the Eastern Asiatic Museum in Cologne, on March 3 at 6 p.m. The text invites the public to attend.

  4. On the top right, a longer article titled "AT FOGG MUSEUM" describes the two capitals (decorative architectural elements) on the main entrance door of the Fogg Museum. It explains their origins, inscriptions, symbolic meaning, and historical context referencing the Abbey of Santa Maria de Alabanza in Spain.

  5. At the bottom center, a formal printed announcement for the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, titled "ITALIAN CRITICISM OF THE RENAISSANCE," invites the public to three lectures by Professor Lionello Venturi on February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 p.m.

  6. At the bottom right, a clipping titled "FOGG'S NEW BULLETIN" briefly describes the Fogg Art Museum's second bulletin issue, highlighting its high standards, lavish illustrations, and articles on a variety of artworks and objects, including contributions by Miss Laura H. Dudley and items bequeathed by Walter V. R. Berry of Paris.

Handwritten notes above and near the clippings give dates for transcriptions and comments, such as "Professor Venturi," "Dr. Salmony," and specific dates in February. The page has three holes punched on the left side, indicating it was part of a binder or scrapbook.

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The image shows a collection of documents and transcripts related to lectures and announcements at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. Here's a detailed description:

Top Section:

  • Left Column:

    • Title: "Renaissance in Italy to be Discussed in Lectures"
    • Content: This is an announcement for a series of three public lectures on "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance," to be delivered by Professor Lionello Venturi. Venturi is described as a great historian of Italian art, a Venetian painter, and the author of several books on Venetian painting and criticism. The lectures will take place at the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons at 4:30 P.M. The public is invited.
    • Handwritten Note: Below the printed announcement, there is handwritten text that reads:
      • "Transcript. Feb. 20"
      • "about 20 lines (in library file)"
  • Middle Column:

    • Title: "Ancient Art in Siberia"
    • Content: This is an announcement for an illustrated lecture on "Ancient Art in Siberia," to be delivered by Dr. Alfred Salmony, the Director of the Eastern Asiatic Museum in Cologne and author of books on Chinese and Siamese sculpture. The lecture will take place on Thursday afternoon, March 8, at 5 P.M. The public is cordially invited.
    • Handwritten Note: Below the printed announcement, there is handwritten text that reads:
      • "Transcript. Feb. 20"
      • "about 20 lines (in library file)"
  • Right Column:

    • Title: "Crimson. Feb. 3."
    • Content: This appears to be a transcript or excerpt from a publication titled "Crimson," dated February 3. It discusses the two capitals on either side of the main entrance door of the Fogg Museum, located near the hamlet of Santa Maria de Albanza in the province of Cervera, Spain. The text describes the inscriptions and artistic details of the capitals, including references to Gothic lettering, a translation of an inscription, and historical context about the construction of the church.

Bottom Section:

  • Flyer:

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum—Harvard University"
    • Subtitle: "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance"
    • Content: This is a formal flyer announcing three lectures on "Italian Criticism of the Renaissance" by Professor Lionello Venturi of the University of Turin. The lectures are scheduled for February 23, 24, and 25 at 4:30 P.M. The public is invited.
    • Design: The flyer is neatly printed and formatted, with clear headings and details about the event.
  • Right Column (Bottom):

    • Title: "Fogg's New Bulletin"
    • Content: This is a brief announcement about the Fogg Art Museum's second bulletin, which includes illustrations, loan exhibitions, and notable acquisitions. It mentions a rare and luminous article by Miss Laura M. Dudley, a written contribution by Richard Strahan, and a gift by Robert Walten V.R. Berry dating from the Spanish Middle Ages. The bulletin also lists recent accessions and mentions the addition of friends to the museum's collections.

Overall Layout:

  • The image appears to be a page from an archive or scrapbook, likely used for documenting lectures, announcements, and related materials. The top section contains printed announcements with handwritten notes, while the bottom section includes a formal flyer and a brief bulletin announcement. The content is centered around art lectures, museum activities, and historical art discussions.

Key Elements:

  1. Lectures: Announcements for lectures on Renaissance art and ancient Siberian art.
  2. Transcripts: Handwritten notes indicating transcripts of lectures.
  3. Flyer: A formal announcement for lectures on Italian Renaissance criticism.
  4. Bulletin: A brief update on the Fogg Art Museum's activities and acquisitions.

This collection of documents provides a glimpse into the academic and cultural activities at the Fogg Art Museum during the early 20th century.