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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, 1933

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The image displays a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and typewritten notes, all related to the Fogg Art Museum and its activities. The page is dated February 10, 1933, and includes the following elements:

  1. A newspaper clipping titled "FOGG OPENS EXHIBIT OF NEW METHOD ART WORK" from the Crimson, dated February 10, 1933. The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring paintings by Dr. D. W. Ross and his pupils, showcasing a new method of painting known as the set-palette method. The exhibit also includes works by Harold Zimmerman. The article mentions notable artworks and the background of the artists involved.

  2. A typewritten note with handwritten annotations, detailing the dates and times when the Fogg Art Museum is open to the public. It also mentions specific exhibitions, such as Japanese prints, drawings and paintings by modern masters, and Chinese pottery.

  3. Another newspaper clipping from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, also dated February 10, 1933. This article discusses an exhibition entitled "An Experiment in Art Teaching" at the Fogg Art Museum, which includes works by Harold Zimmerman and Dr. D. W. Ross. It mentions the acquisition of the Arthur B. Duel collection of Japanese prints and the appointment of Dr. Yukio Yashiro as lecturer on fine arts at Harvard.

  4. A handwritten note referring to additional notes on February 25.

  5. A smaller clipping detailing the museum's open hours and special exhibitions, including Japanese prints, drawings, and Chinese pottery.

The page provides a comprehensive overview of the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions and activities during the specified time period, highlighting significant artworks, methods, and academic appointments.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and bulletins from the Harvard area around February 1933, highlighting various exhibits and events at the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Fogg Opens Exhibit of New Method Art Work (from Crimson, February 10, 1933):

    • The Fogg Art Museum opened an exhibition of paintings and drawings by pupils of Dr. D.W. Ross and works by Harold Zimmerman. Ross, a Harvard professor, was experimenting with a new method of painting using limited color palettes.
    • The exhibit included works by Carl Pickhardt, Hyman Bloom, and others, showcasing the experimental method through depictions of portraits and figure studies.
  2. Harvard Alumni Bulletin (February 10, 1933):

    • An exhibition titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching" was on display at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring works by Harold Zimmerman and the geometric designs by Denman W. Ross.
    • The Naumburg Room at the museum was reopened to the public from 2 to 4 P.M., daily except Sundays. The museum also acquired a significant collection of Japanese prints.
    • Another notable gift included a library of books connected to Japanese prints, with a catalog being prepared by scholars.
  3. Additional Details and Events:

    • Transcript, February 25:

      • The Fogg Art Museum’s opening hours are detailed, including free admission on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and special exhibitions on certain days.
      • Specific exhibitions mentioned include drawings and paintings by Bob Lampson, works by Zimmerman, and Chinese pottery from the Houghton Collection.
    • Post, February 26:

      • A mention of the Naumburg Room's reopening schedule and the inclusion of a German painting titled "Entering the Twentieth Century" by Max Pechstein at the German Museum.
      • An informal musical event, possibly a concert or recital, scheduled for the 7th century in the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard College, with an invitation for the public.
    • Post, February 26 (bottom right):

      • A reference to an event involving a lecture by Dr. Yukio Yashiro, director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, focusing on historical and aesthetic aspects of Far Eastern painting.

The clippings provide a snapshot of the educational and cultural activities taking place at the Fogg Art Museum in early 1933, emphasizing its role in art teaching and exhibitions.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and a bulletin from February 1933, primarily focusing on events and exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "FOGG OPENS EXHIBIT OF NEW METHOD ART WORK"
    • Date: February 10, 1933
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition of paintings and drawings by Dr. Ross and his pupils, showcasing a new method of painting known as the set-palette method. The exhibit includes works by Harold Zimmerman, a notable figure in the field. The exhibition runs from February 9 to March 9 in Galleries XIV and XV.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Source: Harvard Alumni Bulletin, February 10, 1933
    • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • Content: This bulletin mentions an exhibit titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching" featuring works by Harold Zimmerman and Denman W. Ross. The Naumburg Room is open to the public from 2 PM to 4 PM daily except Sundays. The Fogg Museum has acquired the Arthur B. Duell collection of Japanese prints and a library of books related to Japanese art. Dr. Yukio Yashiro, a professor from Tokyo, is appointed as a lecturer on fine arts.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University
    • Content: Details about the museum’s opening hours and special exhibitions. It mentions that the museum is open free on weekdays from 9 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM, and on Saturdays from 9 AM to 5 PM. Special exhibitions include Japanese prints and Chinese pottery.
  4. Bottom Center Clipping:

    • Headline: "The Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content: Provides further details on the museum's hours and exhibitions. It highlights the inclusion of works by Denman W. Ross and Harold Zimmerman, as well as Chinese pottery from the Hoyt collection.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: An informal musical event
    • Content: Announces an informal musical event featuring vocal and instrumental music from the 17th century, to be held at the Fogg Art Museum. The event is scheduled for 8:30 PM on a date not specified in the visible portion of the clipping.

Overall, these clippings provide a snapshot of the Fogg Art Museum's activities and exhibitions in February 1933, highlighting new art methods, acquisitions, and special events.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings and a Harvard Alumni Bulletin article from February 1933, all related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here’s a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Crimson Article (February 10, 1933):

    • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting an exhibition titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching" from February 9 to March 9.
    • The exhibition includes paintings and drawings by Dr. D. W. Ross and his pupils, showcasing a new method of painting.
    • Dr. Ross, a former Harvard professor, uses a set-palette method, limiting colors to achieve natural coloration.
    • The works on display include portraits and figure studies by Dr. Ross and his pupils, including Harold Zimmerman.
    • Notable drawings by Carl Pickhardt, including a portrait of Bob Lamport, are also on view.
  2. Harvard Alumni Bulletin (February 10, 1933):

    • The Fogg Art Museum features an exhibition titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching," including work by Harold Zimmerman and Dr. Ross.
    • The Naumburg Room at the Museum is open daily except Sundays.
    • The museum has acquired a significant collection of Japanese prints from Arthur B. Duel, which will be on display.
    • Dr. Yukio Yashiro, a Japanese art historian, is appointed as a lecturer on fine arts at Harvard.
    • German paintings, including works by Max Pechstein, are also on display.
  3. Transcript Article (February 25, 1933):

    • The Fogg Art Museum is open free to the public on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m., except holidays.
    • Special exhibitions include "An Experiment in Art Teaching" and Chinese pottery from the Hoey Collection.
  4. Boston Post Article (February 26, 1933):

    • The Fogg Art Museum is open free to the public with the same hours as mentioned in the Transcript article.
    • The museum hosts the "An Experiment in Art Teaching" exhibition and other special exhibitions like Chinese pottery.
  5. Boston Post Article (February 26, 1933):

    • An informal musical event is scheduled for the 17th century room at the Fogg Art Museum.

The articles collectively highlight the diverse exhibitions and educational initiatives at the Fogg Art Museum during February 1933, emphasizing new teaching methods in art, acquisitions of significant art collections, and special lectures on fine arts.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated February 10, 1933. Here are the key details highlighted on the page:

Main Articles and Announcements:

  1. Fogg Opens Exhibit of New Method Art Work:

    • Crimson, February 10, 1933:
      • An exhibition showcasing paintings by Dr. Ross and pupils, displaying the results of experimentation with a new art technique, is opening at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • The exhibition also features work by Harold Zimmerman.
      • Dr. D.W. Ross, a former Harvard professor, is experimenting with this new method.
      • The method focuses on natural colorization in painting, using a limited number of colors and avoiding the use of portraits and figure studies.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • An exhibit titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching" includes works by Harold Zimmerman and Denman W. Ross.
    • The Naumburg Room at the museum has been re-opened to the public from 2 to 4 p.m. daily except Sundays.
    • The museum has received significant donations:
      • A collection of Japanese prints from Arthur B. Duel.
      • A library of books on fine arts from various donors, including a catalog of Japanese prints.
    • Students at the museum have a rich collection of fine arts to study.
  3. Lectures and Events:

    • Lecture on Fine Arts:
      • Dr. Yukio Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, will give lectures at the Fogg Art Museum on Far Eastern art, specifically focusing on historical and aesthetic aspects.
    • Transcript (Feb. 25):
      • The Fogg Art Museum has open free days on Wednesdays from 2 to 5 p.m.
      • Special exhibitions include Japanese prints, drawings, and paintings by Denman W. Ross and Harold Zimmerman, along with Chinese pottery.
    • Post (Feb. 26):
      • Informal musical events featuring 18th-century vocal and instrumental music will be held.
  4. Germanic Museum:

    • An exhibit of the German painting "Entering the Twentieth Century" and other works by Max Pechstein is on display.

Additional Information:

  • The page also includes smaller notices and a calendar for events and lectures scheduled for February.
  • The bulletin provides details on visiting hours and specific exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and other related institutions.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings and announcements related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated around February 1933. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Top Left Clipping:

Title: "FOGG OPENS EXHIBIT OF NEW METHOD ART WORK"
Date: February 10, 1933
Content:

  • The Fogg Art Museum is exhibiting paintings and drawings in Galleries XIV and XV from February 9 to March 9, 1933.
  • The exhibition features works by Dr. Ross, who is experimenting with a new method of painting, and pupils under his direction.
  • Also on display are works by Harold Zimmerman.
  • Dr. Ross, a Harvard professor, is known for his theory on the importance of color in painting and has been teaching art privately.
  • The exhibition includes portraits, figure studies, and drawings by Bob Lampoon and sketches by Hyman Bloom.

Top Right Clipping:

Title: "Harvard alumni Bulletin"
Date: February 16, 1933
Content:

  • An exhibition titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching" is on display at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Features works by Harold Zimmerman and the geometry of color by Dr. Ross.
  • The Naumburg Room at the Museum has been reopened to the public.
  • The Fogg Art Museum has acquired the Arthur B. Duel collection of Japanese prints, consisting of over 3,000 items.
  • The Museum has also received a fine library of books connected with Japanese prints.
  • Dr. Yukio Yashiro, Director of the Institute of Art Research in Tokyo, has been appointed lecturer on fine arts at Harvard.
  • The Germanic Museum is displaying German paintings from the twentieth century and works by Max Pechstein.

Bottom Left Clipping:

Content:

  • Announcement of a lecture on Quattrocento painting by Professor Paul J. Sachs on February 23.
  • Announcement of an exhibition of Japanese prints and Chinese pottery from the Arthur B. Duel collection.

Bottom Right Clipping:

Content:

  • Announcement of an exhibition of Japanese prints and Chinese pottery from the Arthur B. Duel collection.
  • Invitation to an informal museum event on February 23, with tea and informal talks on Japanese prints and Chinese pottery.

Handwritten Notes:

  • Various handwritten notes are scattered around the page, including references to "Art Teaching," "Duel Collection," "Prof. Yashiko," and dates such as "Feb. 25" and "Feb. 26."

The page seems to be a compilation of news and events related to the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting exhibitions, acquisitions, and lectures during February 1933.

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The image shows a scrapbook or scrapbook-like page containing several newspaper clippings and caption notes related to events at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from February 1933.

  • The largest clipping on the left is a headline and article from "Crimson" dated February 10, 1933, titled "FOGG OPENS EXHIBIT OF NEW METHOD ART WORK." It discusses an exhibition running until March 9 featuring paintings and drawings by Dr. Ross and his pupils experimenting with a new painting method, alongside works by Harold Zimmerman.
  • To the right is a longer column from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated February 10, 1933, with multiple short sections discussing the Fogg Art Museum’s exhibition "An Experiment in Art Teaching," including drawings by Harold Zimmerman and set palettes by Denman W. Ross, the reopening of the Naumburg Room, a Japanese prints collection acquired through an anonymous gift, and the appointment of Dr. Yukio Yashiro as a lecturer on fine arts at Harvard.
  • Below the "Crimson" article, smaller clippings from different sources provide details about the Fogg Art Museum’s exhibitions and events, including dates, open hours, free admission, and other exhibitions featuring Japanese prints, etchings, and paintings by Dr. Ross and Harold Zimmerman.
  • The bottom right corner has a small notice about an informal musical event at the museum on February 28, 1933.
  • Handwritten notes in black ink label or reference dates like "Crimson, Feb. 10," "Transcript, Feb. 25," "Post. Feb. 26," and additional notes such as "ART TEACHING," "DUELL COLLECTION," and "PROF. YASHIRO" appear near relevant clippings.

The page captures historical information about exhibitions, educational activities, and community events at the Fogg Art Museum in early 1933.

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The image presented is a scanned document page featuring a compilation of newspaper clippings primarily related to art exhibitions and events, particularly connected with the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here's a description of the visible clippings:

  1. The top left article is titled "FOGG OPENS EXHIBIT OF NEW METHOD ART WORK" with a subheading "Crimson February 10, 1935". It discusses paintings by Dr. Denman Waldo Ross and another exhibit by Harold Zimmerman. The piece mentions that this new method referred to is the "set-palette" method.

  2. Adjacent to the right, there is a clipping from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin February 10, 1935" which contains a section titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" detailing an exhibition called "An Experiment in Art Teaching" and referencing the same individuals and collections mentioned in the left article, including a mention of the Japanese prints and the Duell Collection.

  3. Below these articles are various snippets:

    • One snippet is titled "Crimson Feb.10" which appears to be a continuation of the top left article, discussing the portraits and figurative studies on display at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Near the bottom left, there's a snippet from the "Transcript Feb. 25" with the visible part detailing the open hours of the Fogg Art Museum and mentioning the collections of Chinese paintings, Japanese prints, textiles, old and modern masters, etc.
    • A small clipping in the middle right titled "LECTURER ON FINE ARTS" introduces Dr. Yukio Yashiro, who will be lecturing on the historic and aesthetic aspects of Far Eastern painting.
    • The bottom right clipping, titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM," mentions a German painting on display at the Germanic Museum.

There are also handwritten notes in red, such as "Art Teaching", "Duell Collection," and "Prof. Yashiro," which seem to be highlighting key points or topics within the clippings, perhaps for reference purposes.

The document's condition reflects its age, with discoloration, hole punches on the left margin, and minor tears on the edges. The articles and notes offer a glimpse into the art culture at Harvard University during the early 20th century, emphasizing shifts in art pedagogy, notable collections, and guest lectures.

Please note that while I can describe the content of the document, the fine details of the text might be too small to be fully legible in this image.

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The image appears to be a scanned copy of a newspaper or bulletin from February 10, 1933. The headline reads "FOGG OPENS EXHIBIT OF NEW METHOD ART WORK." The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which showcases paintings by Dr. Ross and pupils, as well as works by Harold Zimmerman. The exhibition aims to demonstrate the results of experimentation in art, particularly through the use of set palettes and geometry. The article also mentions the acquisition of Japanese prints and books by the Fogg Art Museum, as well as the appointment of Dr. Yukio Yashiro as a lecturer on fine arts at Harvard University. Additionally, the article provides information about the opening hours and admission fees for the Fogg Art Museum, as well as the schedule for an informal musical performance at the museum on a Sunday afternoon.

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This image is a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring an article about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of new method art work. The article discusses an exhibition titled "An Experiment in Art Teaching," which is currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes works by Dr. Harold Zimmerman, Dr. D. W. Ross, and Dr. Zimmerman's pupils, showcasing the results of experimentation in art. The article also mentions the acquisition of a large and valuable collection of Japanese prints by the Fogg Art Museum, which will be displayed in a near future exhibition. Additionally, the article provides information about the museum's hours of operation and admission fees.