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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings titled 'APRIL LECTURES', which are carefully arranged and dated. The clippings primarily focus on announcements of lectures and talks by prominent scholars and experts in various fields, including art, history, and music. Key figures mentioned include Professor Jean Capart, Dr. Meyer Schapiro, Mrs. Charles Whitmore, and Dr. Hans Tietze. The lectures cover a range of topics such as Egyptian art, medieval designs, Italian landscapes, and the works of Albrecht Dürer. The venues for these lectures are prestigious institutions like the Fogg Museum, Boston, and the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels. The clippings are dated between April 9 and April 22, and each provides details about the time, date, and location of the lectures, as well as brief descriptions of the speakers and their expertise.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a handwritten note related to lectures scheduled in April. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. April Lectures Header:

    • The top of the page is titled "April Lectures."

  2. Transcript - April 9:

    • Shadow of Coming Events:

      • The article discusses Professor Jean Capart's return lecture. Capart, who has worked with the Belgian Government, is giving a lecture on Egyptian Art at the Boston Museum on Thursday and Friday. He is also scheduled to speak at the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels and at the University of Liège.

    • At Fitzhugh:

      • Talks about an Italian Landscape lecture given by Mrs. Charles Whitmore at the King Philip Art Center.

  3. Crimson - April 12:

    • Artists' Sketches from Thebes:
      • Announcement of a lecture by Professor Jean Capart on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels. This lecture will also be held at Harvard University's Art Museum on Friday, April 12, at 4:30 PM.

  4. Post - April 12:

    • A brief mention of the same lecture by Professor Jean Capart, highlighting it as a well-known event.

  5. Crimson - April 14:

    • Fogg Museum Lecture:
      • Another mention of Professor Jean Capart giving a lecture at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, titled "Artists' Sketches from Thebes."

  6. Crimson - April 22:

    • Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture on Medieval Designs:
      • Announcement of an illustrated lecture by Dr. Meyer Schapiro from Columbia University. The talk, titled "Principles of Medieval Design," is scheduled for 4:30 PM on April 22 at the Fogg Museum. Schapiro is noted for his work on the Cloister of Molossac and his studies on illuminated manuscripts.

  7. Transcript - April 20:

    • Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum:
      • Details Professor Meyer Schapiro’s lecture on the same evening (April 22) at 4:30 PM. The public is invited, and tickets are to be obtained from the museum beforehand.

  8. Crimson - April 20:

    • Tietze Talks on Dürer:
      • Announcement of an illustrated lecture by Dr. Hans Tietze on "Two Theories on Albrecht Dürer" scheduled for 4:00 PM in the upper lecture room of the Fogg Museum.

Overall, the clippings highlight a series of lectures and talks on Egyptian art, Italian landscapes, and medieval design, with prominent speakers such as Jean Capart and Meyer Schapiro.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and a transcript sheet titled "April Lectures." These clippings detail various lectures and events related to art and history that took place in April. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left (Transcript, April 9):

    • Shadow of Coming Events: This section includes a headline about Professor Jean Capart's return lecture.
    • Prof. Capart in Return Lecture: Professor Jean Capart, who is returning from a special arrangement with the Belgian Government, will lecture on Egyptian art at the Brooklyn Museum and Cambridge. His lectures are scheduled for Thursday at the Boston Museum and Friday at the Brooklyn Museum. He is noted for his extensive work on Egyptian art and his numerous books on the subject.

  2. Top Right (Crimson, April 22):

    • Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs: Dr. Meyer Schapiro from Columbia University will give an illustrated lecture on "Principles of Medieval Design" at the Fogg Museum at 4:30 PM. The lecture is open to the public.

  3. Middle Left (Post, April 12):

    • Artists' Sketches From Thebes: Professor Jean Capart will give an illustrated lecture on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Museum at 4:30 PM. The public is invited.

  4. Middle Center (Crimson, April 1):

    • Fogg Museum Lecture: Professor Jean Capart will lecture on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Museum on April 12 at 4:30 PM. He is known for his extensive knowledge and books on Egyptian art.

  5. Middle Right (Transcript, April 20):

    • Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum: Professor Meyer Schapiro will give a free public illustrated lecture at the Fogg Museum. The concert, featuring musical numbers by Palestrina, Schütz, Scarlatti, and Gabrielli, will be held in the museum's court at 8:15 PM. Tickets must be obtained beforehand.

  6. Bottom Center (Crimson, April 20):

    • Tietze Talks on Dürer: Dr. Hans Tietze will give an illustrated lecture on "Two Theories on Albert Dürer" at 4:00 PM in the upper lecture room of the Fogg Museum.

The clippings collectively showcase the variety of academic and cultural events centered around art history and music during that month.

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The image contains several clippings from newspapers and magazines detailing various lectures scheduled in April. Here’s a detailed summary:

  1. April 9 (Transcript)

    • Shadow of Coming Events
      • Professor Jean Capart in Return Lecture:
        • Professor Jean Capart, renowned for his expertise in Egyptian art, is returning to the United States after an absence of 30 years. He will deliver two lectures: one at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts on Thursday, April 9, and another at the Brooklyn Museum on Friday, April 10.
        • He is known for his book "Egyptian Art" and is a member of the Royal Academy of Belgium.
        • The lectures will cover different aspects of Egyptian art and archaeology.

  2. April 12 (Post)

    • Artists' Sketches from Thebes:
      • Professor Jean Capart will give an illustrated lecture titled "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, on Friday, April 12, at 4:30 PM.
      • This lecture is open to the public and focuses on sketches from Thebes, Egypt.

  3. April 19 (Crimson)

    • Fogg Museum Lecture:
      • Professor Jean Capart will give another lecture at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, on Thursday, April 19, at 4:30 PM.
      • The lecture is titled "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" and is open to the public.

  4. April 20 (Transcript)

    • Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum:
      • Dr. Meyer Schapiro, a noted scholar of art, will deliver a lecture titled "Principles of Medieval Design" at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, on Friday, April 20, at 4:30 PM.
      • This event is free and open to the public. Tickets must be obtained from the museum beforehand.

  5. April 22 (Crimson)

    • Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs:
      • Dr. Meyer Schapiro will present his lecture on "Principles of Medieval Design" at 4:30 PM at the Fogg Museum.
      • Dr. Schapiro is known for his work on illuminated manuscripts and is a professor at Columbia University.

  6. April 20 (Crimson)

    • Tietze Talks on Durer:
      • Dr. Hans Tietze will give an illustrated lecture titled "Two Theories on Albrecht Durer" at 4:00 PM in the Fogg Museum’s upper lecture room.
      • The lecture is open to the public.

Each clipping provides details on the dates, times, and topics of the lectures, as well as the speakers and venues involved.

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The image displays a newspaper page from April detailing various lectures and events related to art and history. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Transcript Section (April 9)

Title: Shadow of Coming Events

  1. Prof. Capart in Return Lecture
    • Professor Jean Capart, who has a special arrangement with the Belgian Government, is visiting Boston.
    • He will give a lecture on Thursday afternoon at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts on "Egyptian Art."
    • Additionally, he will lecture on Friday afternoon at the Fogg Museum on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes."
    • Professor Capart is the director of the Royal Museums of Art and History in Brussels and has a distinguished career in Egyptology.

Crimson Section (April 22)

Title: Dr. Shapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs

  1. Lecture Details
    • Dr. Meyer Schapiro from Columbia University will deliver a lecture on Medieval Design at the Fogg Museum at 4:30 PM.
    • The lecture is titled "The Sculpture of Moissac in the Light of Medieval Design," focusing on analyzing medieval design, particularly from the Cloister of Moissac in France.

Transcript Section (April 12)

Title: "Artists' Sketches from Thebes"

  1. Lecture Information
    • Professor Jean Capart will present an illustrated lecture on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" on April 18 at 8 PM at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
    • The public is invited to attend this event.

Crimson Section (April 1)

Title: Fogg Museum Lecture

  1. Event Details
    • Professor Jean Capart will give an illustrated lecture on the Royal Museum of Art and History at Brussels, discussing "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.

Crimson Section (April 20)

Title: Tietze Talks on Durer

  1. Lecture Information
    • Dr. Hans Tietze will deliver an illustrated public lecture titled "Two Theories on Albert Dürer" at 4 PM in the upper lecture room of the Fogg Museum.

Transcript Section (April 20)

Title: Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum

  1. Event Details
    • Professor Meyer Schapiro from Columbia University will give a free public lecture on "The Sculpture of the Cloister of Moissac" at the Fogg Museum.
    • This lecture will be followed by a concert in the museum's court at 8:30 PM, featuring vocal numbers by Palestrina, Solbus, Scarlatti, and Gabrieli. Tickets for the concert must be obtained from the museum before Friday.

Overall, the page lists several significant lectures and events related to art history, particularly focusing on Egyptian and Medieval art, with prominent scholars delivering these talks.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or archive documenting various lectures and events scheduled for April. The page contains several newspaper clippings and notes, detailing specific lectures and events related to art and history. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping and note:

  1. Transcript, April 9:

    • Shadow of Coming Events: An article discussing Professor Jean Capart, a Belgian lecturer who is an expert on Egyptian art. He is scheduled to speak at the Fogg Museum on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at 4:30 PM on Thursday, April 12. The lecture is part of a special arrangement with the Belgian government to install an Egyptian collection at the Boston Museum.

  2. Crimson, April 22:

    • Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs: Dr. Meyer Schapiro from Columbia University will give an illustrated lecture at the Fogg Museum at 4:30 PM. The topic is "Principles of Medieval Design." The lecture is noted to be highly significant for American scholars, focusing on the Cloister of Moissac and the sculpture of Langres.

  3. Post, April 12:

    • Artists' Sketches From Thebes: Professor Jean Capart, curator of the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels, will give an illustrated lecture on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Museum. He is an authority on Egyptian art and has lectured in Boston and Cambridge.

  4. Crimson, April 21:

    • Fogg Museum Lecture: Professor Jean Capart will give an illustrated lecture titled "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at 4:30 PM at the Fogg Museum. He is the author of books on Egyptian art and has given lectures in Boston and Cambridge.

  5. Transcript, April 20:

    • Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum: Professor Meyer Schapiro will give an illustrated lecture on "Principles of Medieval Design" at the Fogg Museum. The Harvard Glee Club will sing choruses and madrigals in the courtyard of the museum at 4:30 PM. The concert is free, but tickets must be obtained from the museum before Friday.

  6. Crimson, April 20:

    • Tietze Talks on Dürer: Dr. Hans Tietze will give an illustrated lecture on "Albert Dürer" at 4 PM at the Fogg Museum. The talk will be in the upper lecture room.

The clippings provide a snapshot of the cultural and academic events happening in April, with a focus on art history and medieval design, featuring notable scholars and experts in their fields.

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The image displays a collection of printed articles or announcements related to a series of lectures, titled "April Lectures," presumably from a newspaper or a bulletin. The articles are organized into sections and each one is labelled with a transcript number, suggesting they are part of a larger collection or archive.

The first article on the top left, labeled "Transcript. A. 9.," is titled "Shadow of Coming Events" and describes a lecture by Professor Jean Capart on ancient Egyptian art. This section is faded, with some handwritten annotations on the side, and there is another title that reads "Crimson A. 9," handwritten at the top, suggesting it pertains to an institution represented by the color crimson or possibly related to a publication by the name.

The second article from the top right, labeled "Crimson A. 22.," announces a lecture by Dr. Schapiro on Medieval designs, to be held at 4:30 PM that day.

Below, on the bottom left, an article titled "Fogg Museum Lecture" under "Crimson A.12." details another lecture by the same Professor Jean Capart from the first article, focusing on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes."

The final article on the bottom right, labeled "Transcript. A. 20.," describes a lecture and concert at the Fogg Museum related to Japanese music, combining a lecture by Professor Kawai Shinosuke with a performance by Ceiko Hato and others.

The items seem to relate to lectures held around April, covering various educational and cultural topics, likely aimed at an academic audience. The annotations and organization suggest these were specifically selected for record-keeping or reference purposes.

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The image displays a scrapbook page titled "April Lectures". It contains nine newspaper clippings about lectures happening in April related to art history and archaeology. The articles are organized neatly, and some have handwritten annotations indicating their sources and dates.

  1. The first article from "Transcript" dated April 9, titled "Shadow of Coming Events", mentions Professor Jean Capart's return to deliver a lecture at the Fogg Art Museum about "Artists' Sketches from Thebes".

  2. The second article from "Post" dated April 12, titled "Artists' Sketches From Thebes", again references Professor Jean Capart delivering an illustrated lecture at the Fogg Museum.

  3. The third article from "Crimson" dated April 1, titled "Fogg Museum Lecture", announces Professor Jean Capart's lecture on "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.

  4. The fourth article from "Crimson" dated April 22, titled "Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs", announces Dr. Meyer Schapiro's talk at 4:30 PM about "Principles of Medieval Design".

  5. The fifth article from "Transcript" dated April 20 titled "Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum", announces another event at the Fogg Museum with detailed descriptions about the lecture and concert on April 22 by Dr. Meyer Schapiro.

  6. The sixth article from "Crimson" dated April 20 titled "Tietze Talks on Durer", describes Dr. Hans Tietze's forthcoming illustrated lecture on "Two Theories on Albrecht Durer" at the Fogg Museum at 4 PM.

The articles focus primarily on academic lectures about art history, specifically the ancient Egyptian art from Thebes, principles of medieval design, and theories on Albrecht Durer held at the Fogg Art Museum.

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This image shows a scrapbook page titled "April Lectures." The page contains six newspaper clippings, all concerning scheduled lectures related to art, archaeology, and medieval design, with handwritten dates and sources noted above each clipping.

  1. Top left clipping is from "Transcript" dated April 9. The headline is "Shadow of Coming Events" about Professor Jean Capart, who will lecture on Egyptian art at the Boston and Cambridge museums.

  2. Top right clipping is from "Crimson," dated April 22. It announces a lecture by Dr. Meyer Schapiro at 4:30 PM on medieval designs, specifically focusing on "Principles of Medieval Design."

  3. Middle left clipping is from "Post," dated April 12. It advertises an illustrated lecture by Professor Jean Capart called "Artists' Sketches From Thebes," to take place at the Fogg Art Museum.

  4. Middle center clipping is from "Crimson," dated April 1. It’s about the same lecture by Jean Capart, titled "Artist's Sketches from Thebes," at the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.

  5. Middle right clipping is from "Transcript," dated April 20. It advertises a lecture and concert at the Fogg Museum with Professor Meyer Schapiro speaking on "Principles of Medieval Design." The concert will feature music from Palestrina, Schütz, Scarlatti, and Gabrieli.

  6. Bottom center clipping is from "Crimson," dated April 20. This announces a lecture by Dr. Hans Tietze on "Two Theories on Albert Durer," to be held in the upper lecture room of the Fogg Museum at 4 PM.

The page is organized neatly, with the title at the top and the clippings affixed with some annotations and dates handwritten nearby. There are two holes punched along the left edge, suggesting the page may be part of a binder or scrapbook.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings or transcripts related to academic lectures and events, primarily focusing on art history and Egyptian art. The documents are dated April and are organized into four sections, each detailing different lectures or announcements. Here is a detailed description:

Top Left Section: "Shadow of Coming Events"

  • Title: "Shadow of Coming Events"
  • Content: This section announces a lecture by Professor Jean Capart, who is returning from a special arrangement with the Belgian Government. Capart is the director of the Egyptian Museum in Brussels and is known for his expertise in Egyptian art.
  • Details:
    • Capart will deliver a lecture titled "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" at the Fogg Art Museum on Thursday, April 11, at 4:30 PM.
    • The lecture will focus on Egyptian art and will be open to the public.
    • Capart is described as a leading authority on Egyptian art, having accompanied King Leopold of Belgium on two trips to Egypt and having officially visited Egypt in 1930.
    • The text also mentions that Capart is the author of books on Egyptian art and has lectured extensively.

Top Right Section: "Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs"

  • Title: "Dr. Schapiro Will Lecture Today on Medieval Designs"
  • Content: This section announces a lecture by Dr. Meyer Schapiro, a noted scholar in the field of art history.
  • Details:
    • Dr. Schapiro will give a lecture titled "Principles of Medieval Design" at the Fogg Museum on Thursday, April 11, at 4:30 PM.
    • The lecture will be held in the upper lecture room.
    • Dr. Schapiro is highlighted as a leading scholar in medieval art, having written a thesis on the Cloister of Moissac in France. His expertise includes the study of sculpture, manuscripts, and illuminated medieval art.
    • The lecture is described as analytical, focusing on medieval design from an academic perspective.

Bottom Left Section: "Artists' Sketches From Thebes"

  • Title: "Artists' Sketches From Thebes"
  • Content: This section reiterates the details of Professor Jean Capart's lecture, providing additional context.
  • Details:
    • Capart is the curator-in-chief of the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels.
    • He will give an illustrated lecture on Friday, April 12, at 4:30 PM, in the upper lecture room of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lecture is titled "Artists' Sketches from Thebes" and is expected to attract audiences from Boston and Cambridge.
    • Capart is noted for his extensive knowledge of Egyptian art and his lectures on the subject.

Bottom Right Section: "Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum"

  • Title: "Lecture and Concert at Fogg Museum"
  • Content: This section announces a combined lecture and concert event at the Fogg Museum.
  • Details:
    • Professor Meyer Schapiro will give a public illustrated lecture on Friday, April 12, at 4:30 PM, titled "Principles of Medieval Design."
    • Following the lecture, there will be a concert by Schapiro and Gabriel in the court of the museum.
    • The concert is free, but tickets must be obtained from the museum before Friday.
    • The event is organized by the Buch Cantata Club.

Additional Notes:

  • The documents are labeled with dates such as "April 9," "April 20," and "April 22," indicating they are transcripts or clippings from newspapers or newsletters.
  • The layout suggests these are part of a series of academic announcements, likely from a university or museum bulletin.
  • The focus is on art history, with specific emphasis on Egyptian art (Capart) and medieval design (Schapiro).

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a curated collection of academic announcements, highlighting lectures by prominent scholars in art history. The content emphasizes the importance of Egyptian art and medieval design, with detailed information about the speakers, topics, dates, and venues. The documents reflect a scholarly and cultural environment, likely from a university or museum setting in the early to mid-20th century.