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The image shows a document titled "News from the Fogg Art Museum," dated October 22, 1925. The document discusses several developments and acquisitions at the museum:

1. Anonymous Gift of Japanese Prints: An anonymous donor has given nearly a thousand Japanese prints, which complements the museum's existing collection. The prints were previously studied by Dr. Denman W. Ross and have been used for special exhibitions.

2. Fund for Photographic Reproductions: The museum has established a fund for purchasing photographic reproductions of Asiatic art, known as the Rüsel Asiatic Art Research Fund. The collection includes over 2,500 photographs, with more awaiting classification. The fund also supports the acquisition of colotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls.

3. Gift from Professor Yashiro: Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, has gifted photographs of Japanese and Chinese paintings, which will be used for study in the Fine Arts Department.

4. Upcoming Presentation: The museum is preparing a presentation on an important Spanish painting from the late 17th century, with details to be published in a later issue.

The document is printed on aged, yellowed paper, indicating its historical nature.

The image displays a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum dated October 12, 1933. Here are the main points detailed in the text:

1. Donation of Japanese Prints:

   • An anonymous donor gifted nearly four thousand Japanese prints to Dr. Arthur W. Duel from New York.
   • This donation lays the foundation for a new sub-department within the Fogg Museum.
   • The collection includes prints already owned by the museum, given by Dr. Denman W. Ross, and others from Dr. Duel.
   • These prints are intended to serve as study material for courses on drawing and painting rather than as a typical museum collection for exhibitions.

2. Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund:

   • A fund has been established for purchasing photographs of Oriental Art, named the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund.
   • Over 2,500 photographs have been mounted, labeled, and made available for students.
   • An equal number of photographs still need classification and mounting.
   • Additionally, collotype reproductions from Japan of scrolls and screens, many of which are rare or impossible to obtain today, have been secured. These provide invaluable resources for studying Japanese and Chinese painting.
   • Some of these materials were acquired as a gift from Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who was lecturing in the Fine Arts Department.

3. Acquisition of Spanish Painting:

   • The museum has recently acquired an important Spanish painting from the late XVII century, titled "The Presentation in the Temple."
   • A detailed discussion of this painting will be published in a future issue of the newsletter.

The image is a page from a publication titled "News from the Fogg Art Museum," dated April 12, 1953. The text on the page details several acquisitions and developments at the museum:

1. Japanese Prints Collection:

   • The museum received an anonymous gift of nearly four thousand Japanese prints collected by Dr. Arthur M. Sackler of New York. This gift is significant as it forms the foundation of a new sub-department in the Fogg Museum.
   • Five prints from this collection were previously owned by Dr. Denman W. Ross and were already in the museum’s possession. These prints have been used for special exhibitions but were not part of a comprehensive collection until now.

2. Photographs of Oriental Art:

   • A fund for purchasing photographs of Oriental Art, known as the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund, has been established.
   • The number of photographs available for student use has increased to over 2,500, with additional photographs awaiting classification and more on their way.

3. Collotype Reproductions:

   • The museum has also acquired full-sized collotype reproductions of scrolls, many of which are nearly impossible to obtain today. These reproductions allow for a closer study of Japanese and Chinese painting. Some of these reproductions were gifted by Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is lecturing at the Fogg Museum's Fine Arts Department for the academic year.

4. Spanish Painting Acquisition:

   • The museum recently acquired an important Spanish painting from the late XVth century titled "The Presentation in the Temple." The full discussion and details about this painting are promised to appear in a later issue.

Overall, the page highlights the museum's expanding collections and resources, particularly in the areas of Japanese prints and Oriental art photographs.

The image is a document titled "News from the Fogg Art Museum," dated April 12, 1933. The text within the document provides several updates about the museum's collections and acquisitions:

1. Japanese Prints Collection:

   • The museum recently received an anonymous gift of nearly 4,000 Japanese prints, which were collected by Dr. Arthur H. Duell of New York. These prints will form the basis of a new sub-department in the Fogg Museum.
   • The series of fine prints already in the museum were given by Dr. Denman W. Ross and have been used primarily for special exhibitions. Previously, these prints were stored in the great storeroom in Boston.

2. Photographs of Oriental Art:

   • A fund for the purchase of photographs of Oriental Art was established, known as the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund. This fund currently has over 2,500 labeled photographs available for students. Additional photographs are still being classified and catalogued.

3. Collotype Reproductions:

   • The museum has secured full-sized collotype reproductions of scrolls, many of which are nearly impossible to obtain today. These reproductions are invaluable for the study of Japanese and Chinese painting.
   • Some of these reproductions were brought over as a gift by Professor Yasuiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who was lecturing at the Fogg Art Department for half a year.

4. Spanish Painting Acquisition:

   • The museum recently acquired an important Spanish painting from the late XVth century titled "The Presentation in the Temple." The full discussion regarding the acquisition and significance of this painting will be featured in a later issue.

The document is a mixture of news updates and announcements related to the Fogg Art Museum's collection growth and research activities.

The image is a page from a news bulletin dated April 12, 1953, from the Fogg Art Museum. The text on the page provides updates on recent acquisitions and developments within the museum.

Key points include:

1. Japanese Prints Collection:

   • A significant anonymous gift of nearly four thousand Japanese prints was made to the museum. These prints form the basis for a new sub-department. Dr. Arthur H. Duell of New York, who had previously collected these prints, is mentioned.
   • The prints were given by Dr. Denman W. Ross and Dr. Duell, who have been doing yeoman's service in collecting and preserving them. They have been stored in Boston’s great storehouse, but now they are being integrated into the museum.

2. Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund:

   • A fund for purchasing photographs of Oriental art has been established, known as the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund. Currently, there are over 2,500 photographs available for students, with additional photographs in the process of being classified and labeled.

3. Collotype Reproductions:

   • Recently secured collotype reproductions of scrolls from Japan, which are nearly impossible to obtain today, have been added. These reproductions are essential for the study of Japanese and Chinese painting.
   • Some reproductions were brought over as a gift by Professor Yasuiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is lecturing at the Fine Arts Department for the semester.

4. New Acquisition:

   • A significant acquisition, an important Spanish painting from the late XVth century titled "The Presentation in the Temple," has been added to the museum's collection.

The text notes that a fuller discussion of the painting merits will be detailed in a later issue.

NEWS FROM THE FOGG ART MUSEUM

The recent anonymous gift of nearly four thousand Japanese prints collected by Dr. Arthur B. Duel of New York almost amounts to the foundation of a new sub-department in the Fogg Museum. The series of fine prints that we already possess were given by Dr. Denman W. Ross, and they have been doing yeoman's service in the teaching of design and drawing. This painting. He did not, however, bring them together as a “collection” in the ordinary museum sense nor have they been used for special exhibitions. For such studies we have hitherto been forced to depend on the great storehouse at the museum in Boston.

A Fund for the purchase of photographs of Oriental Art has recently been established which is to be known as the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund. The number of photographs now mounted, labelled and available for students is rather more than 2,500; an equal number still await classification and certain large shipments are on their way.

In addition there have been recently secured from other sources full-sized collotype reproductions made in Japan of scrolls, many of which are nearly impossible to obtain today. These so closely approach the originals that they are of great service for the study of Japanese and Chinese painting. Some of them were brought over as a gift by Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is lecturing for this half year in the Fine Arts Department.

At the moment of going to press there has just been acquired an important Spanish painting of the late XVth century, “The Presentation in the Temple.” The full discussion which such a painting merits will appear in a later issue.

The image shows a single sheet of paper with a news clipping titled "NEWS FROM THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" attached to the upper left portion. The news clipping provides updates related to the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions a recent anonymous gift of nearly four thousand Japanese prints collected by Dr. Arthur B. Duel of New York, which significantly contributes to the foundation of a new sub-department in the museum. The article notes that these prints had previously been provided by Dr. Denman W. Ross for courses on drawing and painting but were not brought together as a formal collection until now.

Additionally, the news mentions the establishment of the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund, which supports the acquisition and classification of photographs of Oriental Art, with over 2,500 photos available for study. The clipping also highlights the recent acquisition of full-sized collotype reproductions made in Japan of scrolls used for the study of Japanese and Chinese painting, some of which were donated by Professor Yashiro from the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo.

The article concludes with a note about the recent acquisition of an important late 15th-century Spanish painting called "The Presentation in the Temple," with plans for a more detailed discussion in a future issue.

There is a handwritten note at the top right of the clipping that reads: "Art News Apr. 22, 1933." The rest of the sheet is blank.

This image features a typed document titled "NEWS FROM THE FOGG ART MUSEUM." The document appears to be informative, discussing an anonymous gift of nearly four thousand Japanese prints received by the Fogg Art Museum. Further information includes the significance of the prints to the museum, as well as mention of Dr. Denman W. Ross, who had provided guidance on acquiring these prints.

The document also talks about the establishment of a fund for the purchase of photographs of Oriental Art, known as the Rabbi Adolphe Robison Fund. It outlines that the photographs would be labeled and made available for students, scholars, and anyone interested in art to study. There is a note regarding the recent acquisition of full-sized color reproductions of Japanese scrolls and the valuable information they provide for the study of Japanese and Chinese painting.

It mentions the involvement of Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who was lecturing for half a year in the Fine Arts Department. There's also a reference to a recent acquisition of an important Chinese painting dating from the late XVIII century, titled "The Presentation in the Temple." The full discussion of its merits is promised to appear at a later time.

The document has handwritten notes indicating "Art News" and a date, "Apr. 2, 1938," suggesting that this document was intended for publication or notice on that date. The paper shows signs of age, with some discoloration and wear, especially around the edges.

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping titled "News From the Fogg Art Museum." The text announces the anonymous donation of nearly two thousand Japanese prints collected by Dr. Arthur B. Duel of New York, which is noted as nearly amounting to the foundation of a new sub-department at the Fogg Museum.

The clipping mentions that the prints already owned by the museum have been used primarily for special exhibitions and courses in drawing and painting, but now they are to be preserved in the museum. Additionally, it discusses the establishment of a new fund for the purchase of photographs of Oriental Art and the recent acquisition of full-sized collotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, gifted by Professor Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo.

Lastly, it notes the acquisition of an important Spanish painting of the late XVIIth century titled "The Presentation in the Temple," which will be discussed in a later issue.

The clipping is pasted onto an aged piece of paper with a handwritten note that appears to read "Art News April 22, 1932" in the upper central part next to the clipping. The rest of the paper is blank and shows signs of yellowing possibly due to age.

The image depicts a page from a newsletter or publication titled "News from the Fogg Art Museum." The page appears to be dated April 22, 1923, as indicated by handwritten annotations in the top right corner. The content of the page discusses recent developments and acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum, a renowned institution dedicated to art and art history.

Key Points from the Text:

1. Anonymous Gift of Japanese Prints:

   • The museum has received an anonymous gift of nearly 4,000 Japanese prints collected by Dr. Arthur B. Duel of New York.
   • This collection significantly expands the museum's holdings in Japanese art, complementing an earlier donation of prints by Dr. Denman W. Ross.
   • The prints have not been used for special exhibitions but have been utilized for academic purposes, such as drawing and painting courses.

2. Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund:

   • A fund has been established for the purchase of photographs of Oriental art, known as the Rubel Asiatic Art Research Fund.
   • Over 2,500 photographs are now mounted and labeled, with an equal number still awaiting classification.
   • Additional large shipments are en route to the museum.

3. Colotype Reproductions of Japanese Scrolls:

   • The museum has recently acquired a collection of colotype reproductions of Japanese scrolls, many of which are nearly impossible to obtain today.
   • These reproductions serve as an invaluable resource for the study of Japanese and Chinese painting.

4. Gift from Professor Yasiro:

   • Some of the scrolls were brought over as a gift by Professor Yasiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, who is lecturing at the museum for the current semester in the Pine Arts Department.

5. Acquisition of a Spanish Painting:

   • The museum has recently acquired an important Spanish painting from the late 14th century titled "The Presentation in the Temple."
   • A full discussion of this acquisition will appear in a later issue of the newsletter.

Visual Characteristics:

• The page has a slightly aged, cream-colored paper with visible creases and minor wear, suggesting it is an archival or historical document.
• The text is typed, with clear and legible formatting, and includes some handwritten annotations in the top right corner.
• The layout is straightforward, with paragraphs separated by line breaks and no images or illustrations present.

This page provides insight into the museum's efforts to expand its collection and support scholarly research in the early 20th century, highlighting significant acquisitions in Japanese art and other areas.