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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 791641

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or notebook that contains various clippings and annotations. Here is a detailed description:

  1. Top Section:

    • There is a heading titled "Dr. Rowland's Book."
    • Below this heading, there is an illustration of a woman, which is labeled "St. George and the Princess" and noted as a detail from a triptych by Jan van Eyck, located at the Museo de la Ciudadela, Barcelona.
  2. Left Section:

    • There is a newspaper clipping with the title "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS."
    • The article explains that the Fogg Art Museum (part of Harvard University) will continue its practice of loaning paintings to students for decoration. It mentions that Mr. F.B. Robinson, assistant to the Directors, announced this. The article details the conditions for borrowing, including that the paintings must be kept in good condition and returned before June 1st. It also mentions that about 60 paintings, including reproductions of Holbein's drawings, are available for this purpose.
  3. Right Section:

    • There is another clipping titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology."
    • This clipping is from the New York Times Book Review dated September 4th, as annotated. It mentions the publication of a new quarterly called "Notes on the Restoration of Paintings" by the Fogg Art Museum. The article describes the content, which includes technical studies on the restoration of paintings and the examination of materials used. It also notes the contributions by George L. Stout and Edward W. Forbes.
  4. Annotations:

    • There are several handwritten notes, including "N.Y. Times Book Review Sept. 4" and "Transcript Sept. 24" with a note to see another page for more details.

Overall, the page is a collection of information related to art, museums, and their practices around 1930, as indicated by the date on the newspaper clipping.

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The image shows a collection of documents and clippings related to art and museum practices from the late 19th to early 20th century.

  1. Top Left (Portrait Clipping):

    • This clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a person with a circular frame around their head. The caption below the image reads "Detail From Triptych of St. George and the Princess" by Juan de Juanes Huggel, from Museo de la Ciudadela, Barcelona.
  2. Main Clipping (Newspaper Article):

    • The central part of the image is a newspaper clipping titled "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS," dated September 20, 1928. The article describes that the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University has arranged for students to borrow paintings for use during the college year. The article notes that about 60 reproductions of Holbein paintings are available, and the students are expected to return them in good condition by June 1st. It mentions Mr. F.B. Robinson, assistant to the directors, who announced the practice.
  3. Right Side (Book Review and Notes):

    • The right side includes some handwritten notes and a reference to a book review from the New York Times dated September 4. It mentions "Dr. Rowland's Book" and notes the text is intended for a Jacking (possibly a typo or shorthand for jacket or jacket copy).
    • There is also a mention of the New Quarterly of Art Technology published by the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The text discusses the magazine's focus on technical aspects of art, specifically examining the methods and techniques of panel paintings, such as those by Harold J. Plenderleith and Daniel V. Thompson.
  4. Bottom Right (Additional Handwritten Notes):

    • Additional handwritten notes on the bottom right indicate a transcript dated September 24, referencing a document from April 24 and some additional notes regarding a "Gettysburg" or similar technical issue in the examination of artworks.

Overall, the image documents the historical practice of lending artworks to students, the technical aspects of art preservation, and related academic activities within the context of the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image appears to be a page from a collection of clippings and notes related to art and museum activities, specifically from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • There is a handwritten note in the top left corner indicating "Dr. Rowland's Book" and another note mentioning "Sept. 13."
    • There is a portrait of a woman with a circular frame, labeled "St. George and the Princess. (Detail from Triptych of St. George, Museo de la Ciudadela, Barcelona, by Juan de Jugnet)."
  2. Middle Section:

    • The main section contains a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Crimson, dated September 20, 1928. The headline reads "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS."
    • The article states that the Fogg Art Museum has arranged for students to borrow paintings for decorating college rooms, continuing a practice from previous years. Mr. F. B. Robinson, assistant to the directors, initiated this practice four years ago, allowing students to borrow approximately 40 paintings each year, which must be returned by June 1st. This year, about 60 reproductions of Holbein's paintings are available.
  3. Right Side:

    • A handwritten note on the right side mentions "N.Y. Times Book Review Sept. 4. Text for this Jacketing."
    • Another note in the bottom right corner mentions "Transcript Sept. 24" and "See also April 19."
  4. Bottom Section:

    • Another section of text from a publication titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology," published for the Fogg Art Museum. This text discusses the "Technical Notes on Panel Paintings," specifically focusing on the examination of paint layers and the use of a hypodermic needle for extracting paint samples. The article also mentions a bulletin titled "Notes on Technique in the Examination of Paintings" and includes contributions by various experts such as Harold J. Plenderleith and others.
  5. Annotations:

    • There are various handwritten notes and annotations throughout the page, including dates and references to specific sections or documents.

Overall, the page appears to be a compilation of notes, newspaper clippings, and relevant texts related to art conservation, museum practices, and the specific arrangements for loaning artworks to students at Harvard University.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and handwritten notes, likely from the early 20th century, focusing on art and museum activities.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The top left section features a black-and-white photograph of a woman's portrait titled "Dr. Rowland's Book," with a caption indicating it is a detail from "Triptych of St. George and the Princess" by Joos van Wassenhove, located in the Museo de la Ciudadela, Barcelona.
  2. Top Right Corner:

    • Handwritten notes mention "N.Y. Times Book Reviews" from September 4, and "Text for this Jackling."
  3. Center:

    • The main article is titled "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS." It discusses the Fogg Art Museum's practice of loaning paintings to students for use in decorating college rooms. The article mentions that around 60 Holbein paintings are available for loan, with specific conditions: they must be kept in good condition and returned by June 1st. This practice is managed by Mr. F.B. Robinson, assistant to the directors, and is available to those who reserve the same reproductions for the next year. The article encourages interested students to take advantage of this opportunity.
  4. Bottom Right Corner:

    • The clipping mentions a new publication, "New Quarterly of Art Technology," published by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The first issue includes articles such as "Notes on Technique in the Examination of Panel Paintings" by Harold J. Plenderleith and "The Transfer of Paintings" by Daniel V. Thompson. It also mentions the examination of a panel painting using a hypodermic needle and other scientific techniques.
  5. Bottom Left Corner:

    • There are additional handwritten notes, including a transcript dated September 24, with references to articles and their publication dates.

The overall theme of the image revolves around art education, museum practices, and technical advancements in art preservation and examination.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York Times, dated September 4, featuring an article and a review related to art.

Article: "Museums Will Continue Loaning of Paintings"

Subheading: "Students May Borrow Pictures From Fogg To Decorate Rooms—Numerous Holbein Paintings Available"

The article discusses the practice of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, which allows students to borrow paintings for the academic year to decorate their rooms. This practice, initiated a few years ago, has been well-received, with an average of 20 students taking advantage of the opportunity annually.

Key points:

  • Paintings can be borrowed under certain conditions: they must be kept in good condition and returned to the museum before June 1st.
  • The same rules will apply for the upcoming year.
  • Alongside paintings, reproductions of Holbein's drawings and engravings by Herbert Pell are also available for loan.
  • The directors of the museum encourage all interested students to utilize this opportunity.

Illustration:

The image includes a detail from a painting titled "St. George and the Princess," attributed to Jaume Huguet, from the Triptych of St. George in the Museum de la Catedral, Barcelona.

Review Section: "N.Y. Times Book Review"

Text for This Heading:

A brief mention of a review section, specifically noting the date as September 4.

Additional Text on the Page:

"New Quarterly of Art Technology"

Published by the Fogg Art Museum, this new quarterly bulletin focuses on the technical examination of artworks.

Key points:

  • The first issue includes technical notes on various artworks, such as panel paintings by Mariotto di Nardo, the "De Clarea" of Theophilus, and others.
  • It features articles on the restoration and examination of various artworks, including a description of a "bull-up panel" and the analysis of paint layers.
  • The publication aims to provide comprehensive technical studies of art.

Manuscript Note:

There is a handwritten note at the top right corner of the clipping, dated September 24, indicating it might be a transcript or related correspondence. The name "Mr. Judd" is also mentioned.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings, likely from a newspaper or magazine. The page includes several distinct sections:

  1. Top Section (Image and Caption):

    • There is a black-and-white image of a painting titled "St. George and the Princess," which is a detail from a triptych by Hans Memling.
    • The caption indicates the painting is "St. George and the Princess" from the "Triptych of St. George, Museo de la Ciudadela, Burgos, by Hans Memling."
  2. Left Section (Article):

    • The article is titled "Museums Will Continue Loaning of Paintings."
    • It discusses the Fogg Art Museum's practice of loaning paintings to students for use during the college year.
    • The article mentions that about 80 paintings, including works by Hans Holbein and Herbert Faul, are available for loan.
    • The paintings are selected for their educational value and must be kept in good condition and returned to the museum.
    • The curators encourage interested individuals to take advantage of this opportunity.
  3. Right Section (Article):

    • The article is titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology."
    • It announces the publication of a new quarterly bulletin by the Technical Laboratory of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • The bulletin aims to provide a medium for the exchange of information on technical problems in the field of art.
    • The first issue includes articles on the examination of paintings and technical studies.
    • The editorial board includes notable figures such as George L. Stout and Edward W. Forbes.
  4. Handwritten Notes:

    • There are handwritten notes in the margins and at the top of the page.
    • The notes include dates (Sept. 4, Sept. 24) and references to a "N.Y. Times Book Review" and a "Transcript."
    • There is also a note indicating "See also Apr. 1st."

Overall, the page seems to be a collection of articles and notes related to art, specifically focusing on the loaning of paintings by museums and the publication of a new quarterly on art technology.

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The image appears to be a scanned or photographed page from a publication or scrapbook. It includes an article titled "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS" and mentions that students may borrow pictures from Fogg to decorate rooms, referring to the Fogg Art Museum.

In the upper left corner of the page, there is a handwritten note that says "Dr. Rowland's Book." To the upper right, there are annotations mentioning the "N.Y. Times Book Review" from September 4 and further, indicating that text is pending for Iris Indexing.

The article includes a smaller excerpt beside it from what seems to be a different source, discussing a "New Quarterly of Art Technology" established by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University and related topics.

Additionally, there's an image of a historical piece of artwork with the descriptive label "St. George and the Princess. (Detail From Fresco of St. George and the Princess in Chaldean church, Bethlehem, 8g)".

The right margin of the paper contains a handwritten note with the word "Transcript" and dates for September 24 and a reference to see also April 4th. There are holes punched in the paper, typical for binder or file storage, and the overall appearance suggests an academic or research context.

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The image is a scrapbook page with three clippings attached. At the top, there is a handwritten label that reads "Dr. Rowland's Book," with an undated clipping featuring an artistic depiction of a haloed figure labeled "St. George and the Princess." To the left of this image, another handwritten note can be seen, indicating it is from the New York Times Book Review on September 24, mentioning the text and title of a book.

Below the image, there are two newspaper clippings side-by-side. The left clipping is titled "Museums Will Continue Loaning of Paintings," from the Harvard Crimson, dated Friday, September 30, 1932. It explains that the Fogg Art Museum allows students to borrow paintings to hang in their dormitories, with numerous Holbein drawings available.

The right clipping discusses a "New Quarterly of Art Technology" published by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, focusing on the history and materials of painting, and research from Professor Edward W. Forbes.

There are also handwritten notes on the right side noting "Transcript Sept. 24th See also Sept. 24th," indicating related information.

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The image depicts a page from a publication titled "Dr. Rowland's Book", dated September 4, 1932, as indicated by the handwritten note at the top. The page features a combination of textual content and an illustration.

Illustration:

  • Top Section:
    The illustration shows a detailed, sepia-toned artwork depicting "St. George and the Princess". The artwork is described as a detail from the triptych of St. George, located in Museo de la Ciutadella, Barcelona, and attributed to Jaume Huguet. The style of the illustration suggests it is a historical or religious artwork, with intricate details and a dramatic composition typical of medieval or Renaissance art.

Textual Content:

  • Headline:
    The main headline reads:
    "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS".
    This indicates that the article discusses a policy or practice related to museums lending paintings to students or other institutions.

  • Subheading:
    The subheading elaborates:
    "Students May Borrow Pictures From Fogg To Decorate Rooms—Numerous Holbein Paintings Available".
    This specifies that students can borrow paintings from the Fogg Art Museum to decorate their rooms, with a particular mention of Holbein paintings being available.

  • Body Text:
    The article provides details about the practice:

    • The Fogg Art Museum has made arrangements for students to borrow paintings.
    • The practice was inaugurated four years ago and is an average of 30 students per year.
    • Conditions include:
      • Paintings must be in good condition.
      • They must be returned to the museum before June 1st.
      • Students may reserve the same paintings for the next year.
    • This year, about 60 reproductions of Holbein's drawings and etchings are available.
    • All of these artworks are suitable for decorating college rooms.
    • The directors of the museum are eager for students to take advantage of this opportunity.
  • Additional Information:
    On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology", which appears to be a separate note or advertisement. It mentions:

    • The Fogg Art Museum publishing a new quarterly bulletin called "The Technique".
    • The bulletin is devoted exclusively to the magazine The Art Bulletin.
    • It includes contributions from various experts, such as Harold J. Plenderleith (deputy keeper of the British Museum Laboratory), William Suhr (restorer at the Detroit Institute of Arts), and Ruthford J. Gettens (assistant in the department of research at the Fogg Museum).
    • The bulletin is edited by George L.W. Stout, the technical deputy director of the Fogg, with Edward W. Forbes, director of the museum, as chairman of the advisory committee.

Additional Notes:

  • At the top right of the page, there are handwritten annotations:
    • "N.Y. Times Book Review Sept. 4": Indicates that this page or content is related to a New York Times Book Review from September 4.
    • "Text for this lacking": Suggests that the accompanying text for the illustration may be missing or incomplete.
    • "Transcript Sept. 24": Possibly refers to a transcription or related document dated September 24.
    • "See also Apr. 17": Indicates a reference to another document or page dated April 17.

Overall Context:

The page appears to be part of an archival or historical document, likely from a museum or academic setting. It combines an artistic illustration with textual content discussing museum policies, student access to artworks, and a note about a new technical bulletin related to art conservation and research. The handwritten notes suggest it may have been part of a collection or research file.

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The image is a scanned page from a book or a magazine. The page contains a combination of text and images. On the left side of the page, there is a headline that reads "MUSEUMS WILL CONTINUE LOANING OF PAINTINGS." Below the headline, there is a paragraph that reads "Students May Borrow Pictures From Fogg To Decorate Rooms Numerous Holbein Paintings Available." Below this, there is a smaller text that reads "Continuing its practice of recent years, the Fogg Art Museum has made arrangements to loan paintings to students during the College year, Mr. F. B. Robinson, assistant to the Director, announced yesterday. This arrangement inaugurated four years ago, and an average of 20 students availed themselves of the privilege each year."

On the right side of the page, there is an image of a woman's face with a halo above her head. The image is titled "St. George and the Princess." Below the image, there is a small text that reads "Detail From Triptych of St. George, Museo de la Ciudadela, Barcelona, by Jaume Huguet."

At the top of the page, there is a text that reads "Dr. Rowland's Book." Below this, there is a small text that reads "N.Y. Times Book Review Sept. 4." Below this, there is a small text that reads "Text for this. lacking." At the bottom of the page, there is a small text that reads "Transcript Sep. 24 See also Apr. 24."