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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 791969

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The image is a page from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated October 29, 1932. It contains announcements for various illustrated lectures in German and French.

  1. Illustrated Lectures in German:

    • "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century" by Professor Wilhelm Koeller, Kuno Francke Professor of German Art and Culture at the Renaissance Hall, Germanic Museum, at 4 PM.
    • "Discovery of the External World, 1450-1450" by Professor Wilhelm Koeller.
  2. Illustrated Lecture in French:

    • "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" by Monsieur Louis Réau, former Editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts. This lecture is under the joint auspices of the Alliance Française and the Fogg Art Museum and will take place at the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum at 8 PM.
  3. Additional Announcements:

    • An announcement for two illustrated lectures in French:
      • "Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims" by M. Marcel Aubert, assistant curator of the Musée du Louvre and professor at the École des Beaux-Arts, on Wednesday, October 26, at 3 PM.
      • "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" by M. Louis Réau on Wednesday evening, November 2, at 8 PM.
  4. News Clippings:

    • A clipping titled "French Professor to Give Lecture in Fogg Art Museum" announcing Louis Réau's lecture on contemporary French sculpture.
    • Another clipping titled "Reau Talks in Fogg Museum" providing details about Louis Réau's background and his lecture on contemporary French sculpture.

The page also includes some handwritten annotations and dates, indicating it might have been used for planning or record-keeping purposes.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated October 29, 1932. The page is announcing several lectures and events organized by Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Wednesday, November 2 (Continued):

    • Illustrated Lecture in German:

      • Title: "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century."
      • Speaker: Professor Wilhelm Kohler, Kuno Francke Professor of German Art and Culture.
      • Time: 4 p.m.
      • Venue: Renaissance Hall, Germanic Museum.
    • Illustrated Lecture in French:

      • Title: "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau."
      • Speaker: Monsieur Louis Réau, former editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.
      • Time: 8 p.m.
      • Venue: Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Fogg Art Museum - Harvard University:

    • Two Illustrated Lectures in French:
      • Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims:

        • Speaker: M. Marcel Aubert, assistant curator at the Musée du Louvre and professor at the École des Beaux Arts.
        • Time: Wednesday, October 26, 3 p.m.
      • Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau:

        • Speaker: M. Louis Réau, historian, editor, and lecturer on French sculpture and painting.
        • Time: Wednesday evening, November 2, 8 p.m.
  3. Additional Notes and Announcements:

    • There are repeated mentions of Louis Réau giving lectures in the Fogg Art Museum, specifically on contemporary French sculpture trends and his contributions to the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.
    • A note mentions that Louis Réau is noted for his extensive work on French sculpture and painting, including his lectures at the Louvre and his contributions to the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.

The page also includes smaller, handwritten notes and corrections by someone, likely a staff member or editor.

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The image displays a collection of documents and clippings related to events at Harvard University, specifically the Fogg Art Museum, in November 1932. The main document is a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932, detailing several lectures. Notably, there are two lectures in German: "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century" by Professor Wilhelm Köhler at 4 p.m. and "Discovery of the External World, 1430-1450" by the same professor at 5 p.m. Additionally, there is an illustrated lecture in French titled "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" by Monsieur Louis Réau at 8 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.

There is also an announcement for a lecture on "Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims" by M. Marcel Aubert, scheduled for October 26 at 3 p.m., and another for the lecture by M. Louis Réau on November 2 at 8 p.m., which is co-sponsored by the Alliance Française and the Fogg Art Museum.

Several newspaper clippings provide additional details about the lecture by M. Louis Réau. One clipping highlights that Réau, a historian and editor, will discuss contemporary French sculpture, focusing on Bourdelle and Despiau. Another clipping emphasizes that this is a rare opportunity to hear from a prominent French professor, with the lecture being illustrated and open to the public. The final clipping reiterates the details of the lecture, noting that Réau will speak on the contemporary trend in sculpture, and provides background on his extensive experience and credentials.

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The image shows a collection of announcements and news articles related to lectures at Harvard University, specifically at the Fogg Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary:

Top Section - Harvard University Gazette, Wednesday, November 2 (Continued)

Illustrated Lectures in German

  1. "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century"
    • Part II: "Discovery of the External World, 1430-1450"
    • Presented by Professor Wilhelm Koehler, Kuno Francke Professor of German Art and Culture.
    • Location: Renaissance Hall, Germanic Museum, 4 P.M.

Illustrated Lecture in French

  1. "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau"
    • Presented by Monsieur Louis Réau, former Editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.
    • Location: Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, 8 P.M.

Middle Section - Fogg Art Museum Announcements

Two Illustrated Lectures in French

  1. Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims

    • Speaker: M. Marcel Aubert, Assistant Curator of the Musée du Louvre and Professor at the École des Beaux Arts.
    • Topic: Under the auspices of the Department of Romance Languages and the Museum.
    • Date: Wednesday, October 20, 3 P.M.
  2. Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau

    • Speaker: M. Louis Réau, Historian, Editor, and Lecturer on French Sculpture and Painting.
    • Date: Wednesday evening, November 2, 8:00 P.M.

Bottom Section - Newspaper Clippings

French Professor to Give Lecture in Fogg Art Museum

  • Louis Réau to Speak on Contemporary Trend in Sculpture
    • M. Louis Réau, noted for his work on Michel's "Histoire de L'Art," will deliver a lecture on contemporary French sculpture under the auspices of the Alliance Française and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Date: Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock.
    • Réau is an experienced figure in the field, having taught at the Sorbonne and served as the former editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.

Reau Talks in Fogg Museum

  • Famous French Professor to Speak on Contemporary Sculpture
    • M. Louis Réau, a recognized authority on French sculpture and painting, will speak about contemporary French sculpture.
    • Date: November 2 at 8 P.M. at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The lecture is part of the initiatives by the Alliance Française and is open to the public.

Overall, the image highlights the details of several art-related lectures, particularly focusing on French and German art, scheduled at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The prominent speaker mentioned is M. Louis Réau, who is scheduled to give a lecture on contemporary French sculpture.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from Harvard University Gazette dated October 29, 1932. The clippings detail two illustrated lectures in French at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

  1. Main Clipping (Top Center):

    • Headline: "Illustrated Lectures in German" and "Illustrated Lecture in French"
    • Details:
      • German Lecture: Professor Wilhelm Kohler, Kuno Francke Professor of German Art and Culture, will give a lecture titled "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century" and "Discovery of the External World, 1430-1450" on Wednesday, November 2, at 4 p.m. in the Renaissance Hall, Germanic Museum.
      • French Lecture: Monsieur Louis Réau, former editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts, will give an illustrated lecture on "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" on Wednesday, November 2, at 8 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Lower Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum — Harvard University: Two Illustrated Lectures in French"
    • Details:
      • Lecture on Restoration: M. Marcel Aubert, assistant curator of the Musée du Louvre and professor at the École des Beaux-Arts, will speak on "Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims" on Wednesday, October 26, at 3 p.m.
      • Lecture on Contemporary French Sculpture: M. Louis Réau will give a lecture on "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" on Wednesday evening, November 2, at 8 p.m.
  3. Lower Right Clipping (Headline and Short Description):

    • Headline: "French Professor to Give Lecture in Fogg Art Museum"
    • Details: M. Louis Réau, noted authority on French sculpture and painting, will deliver an illustrated lecture on contemporary French sculpture at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2.
  4. Lower Right Clipping (Full Description):

    • Headline: "Réau Talks in Fogg Museum"
    • Details:
      • M. Louis Réau will give a public lecture on "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" at the Fogg Art Museum at 8 p.m. on November 2.
      • Réau is recognized as an expert in sculpture and painting and was a former professor at the Louvre. He is also a contributor to the Gazette des Beaux-Arts and has lectured in various cities.
      • The lecture is open to the public and is under the auspices of the Alliance Française.

The clippings emphasize the scholarly nature of the lectures and highlight the expertise of the speakers, particularly focusing on M. Louis Réau's contributions to the field of art history and his significant experience in teaching and writing about art.

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The image contains several clippings from the Harvard University Gazette, dated October 29, 1932, detailing a series of illustrated lectures held at the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Top Section (Harvard University Gazette):

    • Wednesday, November 2:
      • An illustrated lecture in German titled "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century" by Professor Wilhelm Kohler.
      • Another illustrated lecture in German titled "Discovery of the External World, 1430-1450" by the same professor, both to be held in Renaissance Hall, Germanic Museum, at 4 p.m.
      • An illustrated lecture in French titled "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" by Monsieur Louis Réau, former editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts, to be held in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum at 8 p.m.
  2. Second Section (Fogg Art Museum - Harvard University):

    • Two illustrated lectures in French:
      • "Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims" by M. Marcel Aubert, assistant curator of the Musée du Louvre, and professor at the École des Beaux-Arts, on Wednesday, October 26 at 3 p.m.
      • "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau" by M. Louis Réau, historian, editor, and lecturer on French sculpture and painting, on Wednesday evening, November 2 at 8 p.m.
  3. Third Section (News Clippings):

    • Two smaller articles:
      • The first, titled "French Professor to Give Lecture in Fogg Art Museum," mentions that Louis Réau will speak on contemporary trends in sculpture, detailing his expertise and background, and that the lecture is open to the public.
      • The second, titled "Réau Talks in Fogg Museum," similarly highlights Réau’s lecture on contemporary sculpture, emphasizing his authority on the subject and his experience as a professor and editor.

The articles and clippings provide a comprehensive overview of the lectures scheduled at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on art history and contemporary trends in sculpture, with both German and French lectures included.

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This image displays an old, yellowed document, which appears to be a page from the 'Harvard University Gazette' dated October 29, 1952. The page contains several announcements regarding upcoming lectures and events related to art history and sculpture, being held at the Fogg Art Museum – Harvard University.

The first section of announcements, titled "Illustrated Lectures in German," mentions a lecture on German painting in the Fifteenth Century. Following this, there is a section on "Restoration of the Cathedral of Reims" where a lecture will be given by M. Marcel Aubert, assistant curator of the Musée du Louvre and professor at the École des Beaux Arts.

The largest section, highlighted by a blue mark, is about "Contemporary French Sculpture" by M. Louis Réau, a historian and editor on French Sculpture and Painting. Réau's lecture is presented under the auspices of the Alliance Française and the Museum.

On the right margin of the page, there are handwritten notes, probably annotations made by a reader giving additional context or reminders about the events. These notes seemingly reference the dates and provide a sort of acknowledgment about the reception of the information, as evidenced by handwritten text such as “Très bien Oct. 29 1952,” suggesting a positive reception.

At the bottom, there's a section about M. Louis Réau speaking on contemporary sculpture, emphasizing his experience and expertise in the field.

Overall, the image portrays a snapshot in time reflecting the intellectual and cultural activities centered around the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University during the 1950s.

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The image showcases an archival document consisting of various clippings and notices from different sources related to events and lectures held at Harvard University in 1932. Notable details include:

  1. Harvard University Gazette (dated October 29, 1932)

    • Announcements of Illustrated Lectures in German and French:
      • German Painting in the Fifteenth Century by Professor William Koehler on November 2 at 4 p.m.
      • Discovery of the External World, 1430-1450 by Professor Koehler.
      • Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau by Monsieur Louis Réau on November 2 at 8 p.m.
  2. Fogg Art Museum – Harvard University Notices

    • Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims lecture by M. Marcel Aubert on October 26 at 3 p.m.
    • Contemporary French Sculpture lecture by M. Louis Réau on November 2 at 8 p.m.
  3. Various Clippings

    • Articles and announcements about Louis Réau, a noted authority on French sculpture and painting. He is a former professor at the Louvre and an editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.
    • Mention of Louis Réau's contributions to art history and his lecture on Contemporary French Sculpture at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Details about Louis Réau's lecture on Contemporary French Sculpture to be held in the museum's large lecture hall under the auspices of the Alliance Française.

The document appears to be a compilation of notices and clippings concerning art-related lectures and events for academic and public audiences, emphasizing French art and sculpture.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932. The page contains announcements for several lectures and events, primarily related to art and culture, organized by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here is a detailed description:

Header Information

  • Title: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE"
  • Date: Wednesday, November 2, 1932 (marked as "Continued" from a previous issue).
  • Annotations: Handwritten notes in the top right corner indicate the date as "Oct 29 1932" and "28 Oct 1932," possibly referencing the publication or editing dates.

Main Content

The page is divided into several sections, each detailing different lectures and events:

1. Illustrated Lectures in German

  • Topic: "German Painting in the Fifteenth Century" and "Discovery of the External World, 1430–1450."
  • Speaker: Wilhelm Kohler, Kuno Francke Professor of German Art and Culture, Renaissance Hall, Germanic Museum.
  • Date/Time: Wednesday, November 2, 8 P.M.

2. Illustrated Lecture in French

  • Topic: "Under the joint auspices of the Alliance Française and the Fogg Art Museum: ‘Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau.’"
  • Speaker: M. Louis Réau, former Editor of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts.
  • Location: Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Date/Time: Wednesday, November 2, 8 P.M.

3. Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims

  • Topic: "Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims."
  • Speaker: M. Marcel Aubert, assistant curator of the Musée du Louvre and professor at the École des Beaux-Arts.
  • Date/Time: Wednesday, October 26, 3 P.M.
  • Location: Fogg Art Museum.

4. Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau

  • Topic: "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau."
  • Speaker: M. Louis Réau, historian, editor, and lecturer on French Sculpture and Painting.
  • Date/Time: Wednesday evening, November 2, 8:00 P.M.
  • Location: Fogg Art Museum.

Additional Notes

  • Handwritten Annotations:
    • In the top right corner, there is a handwritten note: "LECTURE BY M. LOUIS RÉAU" with additional details about the lecture on "Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau."
    • The note specifies that the lecture will take place on Wednesday, November 2, at 8 P.M., under the joint auspices of the Fogg Art Museum and the Alliance Française.
    • Another handwritten note at the bottom left indicates the date as "Oct 29 1932."

Visual Layout

  • The page is formatted with clear headings, subheadings, and bullet points for easy readability.
  • The central section features a highlighted announcement for the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing the lectures on Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims and Contemporary French Sculpture: Bourdelle and Despiau.
  • The text is typed, with some handwritten notes added for emphasis or clarification.

Context

The page reflects the cultural and academic activities at Harvard University in 1932, focusing on art history, sculpture, and lectures by notable French scholars. The Fogg Art Museum played a central role in hosting these events, highlighting its importance as a hub for art education and cultural exchange.

This document serves as a historical record of the university’s engagement with international art and intellectual discourse during the early 20th century.

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The image is a scanned copy of a newspaper article titled "Harvard University Gazette" from October 29, 1932. The article is divided into several sections, with each section containing information about upcoming lectures and events at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The article mentions a lecture by M. Louis Réau, a historian, editor, and lecturer on French sculpture and painting, who will give an illustrated lecture on "Contemporary French Sculpture" on November 2, 1932, at 8 P.M. The lecture is under the auspices of the museum and the Alliance Française. The article also mentions two illustrated lectures in French on "Contemporary French Sculpture" and "Restoration of the Cathedral of Rheims" by Marcel Aubert, an assistant curator of the Musée du Louvre and professor at the École des Beaux Arts. The article provides details about the speakers, the topics, and the dates and times of the lectures.