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The image shows a printed announcement from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated March 10, 1933. The announcement is titled "A Fund for Oriental Art" and details the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation. The fund aims to expand the collection of photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Museum into a comprehensive collection. C. Adrian Rubel, aged 27, is overseeing the purchase and classification of these photographs and has been appointed an associate of the Museum.

The announcement also mentions recent additions to the collection, including full-sized color reproductions of Japanese paintings, which are difficult to obtain. These reproductions are valuable for the study of Japanese art. Additionally, the announcement highlights a gift of Chinese Buddhist Sculpture photographs from Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is lecturing at Harvard for the half-year.

The same information is reiterated in a separate section titled "Art Photographs Fund Set Up at the Fogg for Research," which is dated April 15, 1933, and sourced from Museum News. This section also mentions that the photographs are available for students and that more are awaiting classification.

The image contains two newspaper clippings, both discussing the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fog Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary:

First Clipping (Harvard Alumni Bulletin, March 10, 1933)

Title: A Fund for Oriental Art

• Content:
  • The Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund has been established by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation.
  • The fund aims to expand the collection of photographs of Oriental art at the Fog Art Museum.
  • C. Adrian Rubel, a Harvard alumnus from the class of 1927, is in charge of purchasing and classifying these photographs. He has been appointed an associate of the museum.
  • Recent acquisitions include full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, which are nearly impossible to obtain today. These reproductions are highly valuable for studying Japanese and Chinese painting.
  • Some of these reproductions were gifted by Professor Yasuiro, the Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is lecturing at Harvard's Fine Arts Department for the half-year.

Second Clipping (Museum News, April 15, 1933)

Title: Art Photographs Fund Set Up at the Fog for Research

• Content:
  • The Fog Art Museum has established the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund for purchasing photographs of Oriental art.
  • C. Adrian Rubel, appointed as an associate of the museum, is overseeing the purchase and classification of these photographs.
  • The museum now has over 2,500 photographs available for students, with many more awaiting classification.
  • Recently added to the collection are full-sized reproductions of Japanese scrolls.

The clippings highlight the efforts to build and expand the museum’s collection of Oriental art photographs, with significant contributions from C. Adrian Rubel and notable acquisitions of Japanese scroll reproductions.

The image contains two separate articles related to the establishment and development of a fund for Oriental art at the Fogg Art Museum.

1. The first article, titled "A Fund for Oriental Art," is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated March 10, 1933:

   • It announces the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation.
   • The fund aims to expand the collection of photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Museum.
   • C. Adrian Rubel is in charge of purchasing and classifying these photographs and has been appointed an associate of the museum.
   • The article mentions recent acquisitions, including full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, which are invaluable for studying Japanese and Chinese painting. These scrolls were brought over by Professor Yashiro from Tokyo.

2. The second article, titled "Art Photographs Fund Set Up at the Fogg for Research," is from Museum News dated April 15, 1933:

   • It reiterates the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • It highlights that the purchase and classification of photographs are under the direction of C. Adrian Rubel, who has been appointed an associate of the museum.
   • Over 2,500 photographs are now available for students, with many more awaiting classification and additional photographs being acquired.
   • The article mentions that some full-sized reproductions of Japanese scrolls have recently been added to the collection.

The image features two newspaper clippings from 1933 regarding the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Museum.

1. The first clipping, from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated March 10, 1933, states:

   • The Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund was established by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation.
   • The fund aims to expand the collection of photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Museum.
   • The purchase and classification of these photographs are under the charge of C. Adrian Rubel, who has been appointed an associate of the museum.
   • It mentions that many additions have been secured, including full-sized collotype reproductions from Japan, which are valuable for studying Japanese and Chinese painting. Some items were gifted by Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo.

2. The second clipping, from Museum News dated April 15, 1933, reiterates the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum for the purchase and classification of photographs of Oriental art.

   • It highlights that C. Adrian Rubel is in charge of the acquisition and classification process.
   • It notes that over 2,500 photographs are already available for students, and there are many more awaiting classification.
   • Recent additions include collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, which have been added to the collection.

Both clippings emphasize the expansion and enhancement of the Fogg Museum's Oriental art photography collection through the efforts and funding of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund.

The document is a clipping from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated March 10, 1933. It announces the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation. The fund aims to expand the collection of Oriental art photographs at the Fogg Museum, with C. Adrian Rubel, class of 1927, overseeing the purchase and classification of these photographs. The collection has been enhanced with full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese and Chinese paintings, some of which were gifted by Professor Yashiro from the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo. Additionally, the document mentions that over 2,500 photographs are available for students, with more being added as the collection grows.

The image contains two articles related to the establishment of a fund for acquiring and studying photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

First Article: "A Fund for Oriental Art"

• The Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund has been recently established by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation.
• The primary goal of this fund is to expand the collection of photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Museum.
• C. Adrian Rubel, aged 27, is responsible for purchasing and classifying these photographs and has been appointed as an associate of the museum.
• The collection has recently seen many additions, including full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, which are challenging to obtain today and are nearly identical to the originals. These are invaluable for studying Japanese and Chinese painting.
• Some of the scrolls were gifted by Professor Yashiro from the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is also a lecturer in the Fine Arts Department at Harvard for half a year.

Second Article: "Art Photographs Fund Set Up at the Fogg for Research"

• The Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum has been established for the acquisition of photographs of Oriental Art.
• The fund’s purchasing and classification efforts are directed by C. Adrian Rubel, an associate of the Fogg Art Museum.
• Over 2,500 photographs are now available for students, with many more awaiting classification.
• The collection includes full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, which have been recently added.

Additionally, the articles are sourced from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin (March 10, 1933) and Museum News (15 April 1933).

The image displays a page with typewritten text. The page has two separate pieces of text, one titled "A FUND FOR ORIENTAL ART" and the other titled "ART PHOTOGRAPHS FUND SET UP AT THE FOGG FOR RESEARCH." The first piece of text talks about the establishment of the Reubel Asiatic Art Research Fund by the Helene and Cecil Reubel Family Foundation and the associated activities at the Fogg Museum, mentioning the acquisition of scrolls and classification work. The second piece provides similar information with emphasis on the availability of photographs for students and scholars and mentions the full-sized color reproductions of Japanese scrolls that have been added to the collection. Both pieces of text reference the appointment of an associate for the museum, Mr. Adrian Reubel. The text sources are identified as the Harvard Alumni Bulletin from March 10, 1933, and Museum News from April 15, 1933. The background on which the text has been pasted appears slightly aged, with discoloration typical of old paper materials.

The image depicts a page featuring two clipped articles about the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum. The articles explain the establishment of the fund, supported by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation, aimed at expanding the collection of Oriental art photographs into a complete catalog under the direction of C. Adrian Rubel.

The first article, sourced from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated March 10, 1933, discusses the acquisition and classification of photos and notable inclusions such as full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese and Chinese paintings. It also mentions Professor Yashiro, Director of the Fitts Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, supporting the project.

The second article, from Museum News, dated April 15, 1933, further elaborates on the fund's purpose and mentions the availability of over 2,500 photographs for student use and ongoing additions to the collection.

The page itself has a slightly aged appearance, with natural wear along the edges.

The image shows a piece of off-white paper with two newspaper clippings attached on the left side. The first clipping is titled "A FUND FOR ORIENTAL ART," and it explains the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation to expand the photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Museum. It mentions C. Adrian Rubel, ’27, as the person in charge of the purchase and classification. The clipping also highlights the acquisition of full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese and Chinese paintings and scrolls, some gifted by Professor Yashiro from the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo.

Below this clipping, there is handwritten text that reads "Harvard Alumni Bulletin March 10, 1933."

The second clipping, titled “ART PHOTOGRAPHS FUND SET UP AT THE FOGG FOR RESEARCH,” repeats some of the information about the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing the collection of over 2,500 photographs available for students and the addition of full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls.

Below the second clipping, there is a handwritten note that says “Museum News 15 Apr. 1933.”

The rest of the sheet is blank, with slight wear on the top right edge.

The image shows a scanned page from a publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated March 10, 1933. The page contains two distinct articles, both discussing the establishment and activities of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum.

Top Section: "A FUND FOR ORIENTAL ART"

• Content: This section announces the creation of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund, established by the Helene and Cecil Rubel Family Foundation. The fund is dedicated to expanding the collection of photographs of Oriental art at the Fogg Museum.
• Details:
  • The fund is intended to purchase and classify photographs of Oriental art.
  • C. Adrian Rubel, aged 27, has been appointed to oversee this initiative and is noted as an associate of the museum.
  • The article highlights recent additions to the collection, including full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, which are difficult to obtain. These reproductions are described as invaluable for studying Japanese and Chinese painting.
  • Some of the photographs were gifted by Professor Yasiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who was lecturing at Harvard during the first half of the year.

Bottom Section: "ART PHOTOGRAPHS FUND SET UP AT THE FOGG FOR RESEARCH"

• Content: This section reiterates the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund at the Fogg Art Museum and provides further details about its activities.
• Details:
  • More than 2,500 photographs are now available for student use.
  • Many more photographs are in the process of being classified.
  • Additions to the collection are ongoing, and full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls have recently been added.
  • The fund is under the direction of C. Adrian Rubel, who is an associate of the Fogg Art Museum.

Visual Characteristics:

• Layout: The page is formatted with clear headings and subheadings, typical of a newsletter or bulletin style.
• Text: The text is typed in a serif font, consistent with the design aesthetics of the early 20th century.
• Annotations: Handwritten notes are visible at the top of the page:
  • "Harvard Alumni Bulletin March 10, 1933" is written in cursive.
  • At the bottom, "Museum News 15 Apr. 1933" is also handwritten, indicating the source or distribution date of the bulletin.

Contextual Notes:

• The document reflects the early 1930s, a period when institutions like the Fogg Art Museum were expanding their collections and research capabilities, particularly in the field of Asian art.
• The emphasis on photographs and collotype reproductions suggests an era when physical access to original artworks was limited, and reproductions were essential for scholarly study.

Overall, the image depicts a historical document that communicates the establishment and purpose of a research fund dedicated to the study and preservation of Oriental art through photographic collections.