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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or notebook containing four newspaper clippings related to art courses and exhibitions. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

1. Italian Renaissance Art to be Discussed (Herald, Nov. 12)

   • Professor George Harold Edgell, the dean of the school of architecture and professor of art at Harvard University, will begin a University Extension course titled "Art of the Italian Renaissance" at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.
   • The course will be held on Wednesdays at 7 P.M. and Fridays at 2:30 P.M.
   • It will cover the historical background of Italian Renaissance art and trace its development from the 14th century to the present day.

2. More Art Courses Offered by University Extension (Post, Nov. 12)

   • The University Extension is offering courses on Italian Renaissance and modern painting.
   • The Italian Renaissance course will be given by Professor George H. Edgell.
   • The modern painting course will be given by Denman Ross, focusing on the technical development of painting from the Renaissance to the present day.
   • Both courses will be held at the Fogg Art Museum and are open to all interested individuals, including auditors and candidates for certificates or college credit.

3. Notice of Lecture Time Change (Transcript, Nov. 22)

   • A notice informs that the Charles Eliot Norton lectures will be held at 3 P.M. in the new lecture hall of Harvard University.
   • The doors will be closed at 3:20 P.M.
   • The next lecture will be on Wednesday, Nov. 29, with Mr. Laurence Binyon speaking on "Chinese Landscape Art."

4. Art Lecture (Crimson, Dec. 18)

   • Students in Archaeology will give a gallery talk in the Balcony Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The talk is in connection with the Etruscan Art Exhibit and will feature a terra-cotta statuette of a girl exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum in New York.
   • The students, George H. Chase and Hudson Professor of Archaeology, will conduct the talk.

Each clipping provides information about art-related events, courses, and lectures at Harvard University, highlighting the educational and cultural activities available to the community.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Herald and Crimson newspapers, dated November 12, 1933. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

1. Italian Renaissance Art to be Discussed (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Course Announcement: Prof. George Harold Edgell is conducting a University Extension Course on "Art of the Italian Renaissance."
   • Course Details: The course starts at 7:45 PM in the new Fogg Art Museum. It is part of a series of eight lectures. Edgell will explore the aesthetic qualities of Italian artists from the 15th to the 16th century.
   • Other Courses: Two other art courses are also mentioned: "Paintings and Painters" and "Modern Painting." The courses are taught by various professors and assistants.

2. More Art Courses Offered by University Extension (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Course Details: The evening courses include:
     • "The Art of the Italian Renaissance" by Prof. Edgell.
     • "Modern Painting" by Frederick B. Deknatel, focusing on the development of painting techniques.
   • Schedule: Lectures are scheduled for 7:45 PM in the Fogg Art Museum, with specific emphasis on various periods and artists such as Masaccio, Michelangelo, and Raphael.

3. Exhibitions of the Week (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Lilla Cabot Perry Exhibition: An exhibition of paintings by Giovanni Bellini, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese will be held at the Boston Art Club until November 18.
   • Hovsep Pushnam Exhibition: Pushnam’s works will be on display in the Galleries of the Boston Art Museum through November 20.
   • Portraits by Joseph D. Portanova: Portraits by Joseph D. Portanova will be shown in the Boston Art Club.
   • Paintings by Harry J. Button: Paintings by Harry J. Button, Jr., will be on display.

4. At 8:20 P.M. (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Charles Eliot Norton Lecture Series: The series begins with a lecture by Laurence Binyon on "Chinese Landscape Art" at 8:20 PM in the new lecture hall of Harvard University. The doors will close at 8 PM.

5. Art Lecture (Crimson, Nov. 12):

   • Event Details: Students in Archaeology will give a gallery talk on the Etruscan Art Exhibit at 3:00 PM in the Balcony Room of the Harvard Art Museum. The speakers include George H. Chase and Hudson Professor of Archaeology.

6. Art Lecture (Crimson, Dec. 18):

   • Gallery Talk: This is an announcement for a gallery talk on the Morgan Statue of a girl, a notable piece from the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.

This set of clippings highlights various educational and exhibition events related to art and history at Harvard University and its affiliated institutions during the specified dates.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a notebook that contains several newspaper clippings related to art, courses, and lectures. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Italian Renaissance Art to be Discussed:

   • The first clipping announces that Prof. George Harold Edgell will conduct a University Extension Course on "Art of the Italian Renaissance." The course will begin at 7:45 P.M. in the new Fogg Art Museum, with the first lecture by Dean Edgell on "Art of the Italian Renaissance: Its Place in the History of Art." The course is described as a survey of the development of Italian art from the 14th to the 16th century, with lectures on specific artists and their works. The course will also include a lecture by Frederick B. Deknatel on "Modern Painting." The clipping is dated November 12.

2. More Art Courses Offered by University Extension:

   • This clipping provides additional details about the art courses offered by the University Extension. It mentions that the course on the Italian Renaissance will be given by Prof. George H. Edgell, and it will include eight lectures and three visits to the Fogg Museum. Another course, "Modern Painting," will be taught by Frederick B. Deknatel. The clipping also mentions that the course will cover the development of modern painting from the 19th century to the present day, with lectures on various artists and movements.

3. Exhibitions of the Week:

   • This clipping lists art exhibitions taking place at the Boston Art Club, the Copley Society, the Guild of Boston Artists, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. It mentions specific artists and the dates of the exhibitions. The clipping is dated November 12.

4. At 8:20 P.M.:

   • This clipping notes that the Charles Eliot Norton lectures for the 1933-34 season will begin at 8 P.M. in the new lecture hall of the Harvard University, corner of Kirkland and Oxford streets, Cambridge. The first lecture will be on "The Future of Landscape Art" by Laurence Binyon on Wednesday, November 29. The clipping is dated November 22.

5. Art Lecture:

   • The final clipping at the bottom right mentions that students in archaeology will give a gallery talk in the Balcony Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 3 o'clock, in connection with the Eruscan Art Exhibit. The talk will be given by students of George H. Chase, Hudson Professor of Archaeology and Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The clipping is dated December 18.

The page also includes some handwritten notes, including the dates "Nov. 12" and "Nov. 22," which correspond to the dates on some of the clippings. The page number "95" is also visible at the top right corner.

The image is of a newspaper clipping that contains several announcements and articles related to art and educational events, dated November 1949. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

Top Left:

Title: Italian Renaissance Art to Be Discussed
Content:

• A course titled "Art of the Italian Renaissance" will be taught by Prof. George Harold Edgell, the dean of the School of Architecture and professor of Fine Arts at Harvard.
• The course starts on Monday, November 14, at 7:45 P.M. in the New Fogg Art Museum.
• The first lecture will cover the artistic achievements of the state departments of education in Italy, focusing on Florence.
• Additional courses on "Paintings and Painters" will begin at the Massachusetts School of Art and the Museum of Fine Arts School, covering artists such as Masaccio, Piero della Francesca, Bellini, Mantegna, and others.
• The "Modern Painting" course will trace the historical background of painting from the 15th century to the present day, meeting in the lecture hall of the Museum of Fine Arts on Fridays at 2:30 P.M.

Top Center:

Title: More Art Courses Offered by University Extension
Content:

• The University Extension offers courses on "The Art of the Italian Renaissance" and "Painting for Enjoyment."
• The "Modern Painting" course, under the direction of the Museum of Fine Arts, is instructed by George H. Edgell.
• The Renaissance course covers the period from the 14th to the 16th centuries, with an emphasis on artists like Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and others.
• The "Painting for Enjoyment" course is designed for beginners and will include studio work.
• A special lecture series on the "Painting of Raphael" will be given by John Shapley on December 7.

Top Right:

Title: Exhibitions of the Week
Content:

• The memorial exhibition of paintings by Lilla Cabot Perry is being held at the Boston Art Club until November 18.
• Hovsep Pushman is exhibiting portraits at the Copley Plaza from November 12 to 26.

Bottom Left:

Title: Announcement
Content:

• Notice about the Charles Eliot Norton lecture series for 1938-34 beginning at Harvard University, specifically mentioning the upcoming lecture by Laurence Binyon on "Chinese Landscape Art" on Wednesday, November 29.
• The doors will close at 8:20 P.M.

Bottom Center:

Title: Harvard Crimson Announcement
Date: December 1, 1933
Content:

• Students in Architecture will deliver a gallery talk in the Fogg Art Museum’s Italian Room at 3 o'clock, focusing on the Erasmus Art Exhibit.
• The speakers are students from Harvard and Radcliffe, including George H. Chase, discussing various artworks.

Bottom Right:

Title: Crimson Date
Date: December 18
Content:

• A brief mention of the date. No further context provided.

Overall, the clippings provide information on various art-related courses, lectures, and exhibitions available at the time, mainly centered around the Renaissance period and other significant art movements.

The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically dated November 12, 1933. The page contains several articles related to art and academic events.

1. Italian Renaissance Art Lecture:

   • The top left article announces a lecture by Prof. George Harold Edgell, who will conduct a University Extension course on "The Art of the Italian Renaissance." The lecture begins at 7:45 P.M. in the new Fogg Art Museum and is the first of a series of eight lectures. Two other courses, "Paintings and Painters" and "The Human Side of Italian Artists," are also mentioned.

2. More Art Courses Offered by University Extension:

   • The top right article details additional art courses offered by the University Extension Division. Prof. George H. Edgell will give lectures on the Italian Renaissance and "Modern Painting." Frederick B. Deknatel will lecture on "Modern Painting" and its historical background. The courses will cover various artists and movements, including those from the Renaissance to the present day.

3. Exhibitions of the Week:

   • The bottom right article lists exhibitions at the Boston Art Club, including works by Giovanni Bellini to Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese. These exhibitions are part of a series of lectures on "Modern Painting."

4. Charles Eliot Norton Lecture Series:

   • The bottom left article announces the Charles Eliot Norton lecture series for the 1933-34 season, beginning on November 29. The third lecture will be given by Laurence Binyon on "Chinese Landscape Art."

5. Art Lecture:

   • The small boxed article at the bottom right mentions that students in Archaeology will give a gallery talk in the Balch Room of the Fogg Art Museum on December 1, discussing the Etruscan Art Exhibit. The speakers are students from Harvard and Radcliffe, including George H. Chase, Hudson Professor of Archaeology and Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.

The page is also marked with some handwritten notes and dates, indicating the dates of the articles and possibly the dates of the events mentioned.

The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings related to art courses and lectures at Harvard University, specifically from the University Extension Division. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

1. Top Left Clipping (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Title: "Italian Renaissance Art to be Discussed"
   • Details: Dean George Harold Edgell will conduct a course on "The Art of the Italian Renaissance." The course will cover the development of Italian art from the 14th century to the present day, focusing on the aesthetic qualities of Italian artists. The course will be held at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, starting November 13, 7:45 P.M., and will meet on Fridays until December 11.

2. Top Middle Clipping (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Title: "More Art Courses Offered by University Extension"
   • Details: An evening course on "The Art of the Italian Renaissance" and "Paintings and Painters" will be offered. The course will include lectures on the history of Italian art and the development of painting techniques from the 15th century to the present. Frederick B. Deknatel will give a course on "Modern Painting" focusing on the development of painting from the 19th century to the present, including movements like Neo-Classicism, Post-Impressionism, and Cubism.

3. Top Right Clipping (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Title: "Exhibitions of the Week"
   • Details: Includes information about several exhibitions:
     • "The Art of the Italian Renaissance" and "Paintings and Painters"
     • A course on "Modern Painting" by Frederick Deknatel at Harvard University.
     • An exhibition of paintings by Lillie Cabot Perry at the Boston Art Club.
     • A portrait sculpture by Joseph D. Portanova at the Fogg Art Museum.
     • Paintings by Thurman Butler Jr. at the Boston Art Club.

4. Middle Left Clipping (Herald, Nov. 12):

   • Title: "At 8:20 P.M."
   • Details: Announces the Charles Eliot Norton Lecture Series for the 1933-34 season, beginning at 8 P.M. in the lecture hall of Harvard University. The first lecture is by Laurence Binyon on "Chinese Landscape Art" on November 29.

5. Middle Center Clipping (Crimson, Dec. 12):

   • Title: "Art Lecture"
   • Details: Students in Archaeology will give a gallery talk in the Balcony Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 3 P.M. on December 12. The talk will discuss the famous Morgan statuette of a girl, which was lent by the Metropolitan Museum in New York.

6. Bottom Right Clipping (Crimson, Dec. 12):

   • Title: "Exhibitions of the Week"
   • Details: Continues to mention the exhibitions and events, including the Charles Eliot Norton Lecture Series and an ongoing exhibition at the Boston Art Club.

Each section provides information about lectures, courses, and exhibitions related to art history and art appreciation at Harvard University and its associated institutions.

This image appears to be a scanned page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings related to art events and lectures. The page contains several articles with text, and all are carefully pasted onto the page. There are handwritten dates and labels on the page as well, indicating when the articles were published or referring to the content of each clipping.

Here is a rundown of what each clipping seems to cover:

• The top-left article titled "ITALIAN RENAISSANCE ART TO BE DISCUSSED" talks about a lecture by Professor George Harold Edgell on the subject of the Italian Renaissance in the context of an art course at a university extension school.

• The top-right article titled "More Art Courses Offered by University Extension" details additional art courses being offered, including topics such as "Modern Painting" and "Water Paints and Water Boxes," among others.

• The middle-right section appears to be a continuation of the top-right article, discussing exhibitions of the week and mentioning artists like Giovanni Bellini to Giorgione, Titian, and others.

• The bottom-left clipping titled "At 8.20 P.M." announces an eminent phaseist, Charles Burchfield, who has been asked to note and emphasize particular artistic opportunities, specifically announcing a lecture by Kirkland H. Sawyer.

• The bottom-right article titled "Art Lecture" refers to an art lecture presented by students in Archaeology at an Art Museum, with specific focus on George M. Chase and a mention of the Morgan statue of a girl, which was on loan from the Metropolitan Museum in New York.

The page seems to be related to art education and public lectures on art, possibly reflective of activities and events happening at or around a university setting, possibly Harvard given the context within the articles. The handwritten notes include "Herald. Nov.12," "Transcript. Nov.22.," and "Crimson. Dec.18.," which could indicate the sources and dates the articles were taken from.

The image shows a scrapbook page containing five newspaper clippings related to art courses, exhibitions, and lectures. The clippings are pasted on the upper half of the page, each cut into rectangular shapes with text columns.

1. The top left clipping is titled "ITALIAN RENAISSANCE ART TO BE DISCUSSED" and announces a University Extension course by Prof. George Harold Edgell on the art of the Italian Renaissance at Harvard University. It details the course schedule, location, and the topics to be covered, including the aesthetic qualities of Italian paintings.

2. The top center clipping is titled "More Art Courses Offered by University Extension," describing evening courses on "The Art of the Italian Renaissance" and "Modern Painting" under the University Extension Division at Harvard. It elaborates on the lecture contents for the Renaissance and Modern Painting courses, mentioning famous artists and painting periods studied.

3. The top right clipping is a continuation of the "More Art Courses" article with details about the Modern Painting course, a discussion of the history and movements such as Realism, Impressionism, Non-Classicism, and Post-Impressionism, and mentions an exhibition and a memorial painting exhibition by Lilla Cabot Perry at the Boston Art Club.

4. The bottom left clipping titled "At 8.20 P. M." informs about the Charles Eliot Norton lecture series for 1933-34 at Harvard University, noting the start time and location and a lecture by Laurence Binyon on "Chinese Landscape Art."

5. The bottom right clipping titled "Art Lecture" announces an archaeology gallery talk by students at the Fogg Art Museum featuring a statue lent by the Metropolitan Museum in New York, along with the names of the speakers and the time of the event.

Each clipping has a handwritten date and source noted beneath it: "Herald Nov. 12," "Post Nov. 12," "Transcript Nov. 22," and "Crimson Dec. 8." The page number "95" is written in the top right corner. The page has three punched holes on the left side, indicating it is part of a larger alphabetical or thematic scrapbook.

The image shows a page from a historical document, likely a newsletter or bulletin, dated December 8, 1923. The page is divided into several sections, each detailing different cultural and academic events. Here is a detailed description:

Top Section: "ITALIAN RENAISSANCE ART TO BE DISCUSSED"

• Content: This section announces a lecture series on Italian Renaissance art, to be conducted by Prof. George Harold Edgell, who is the dean of the School of Architecture at Harvard University.
• Details:
  • The lecture series is part of the Italian Renaissance course, beginning on Tuesday, November 14, at 7:45 P.M.
  • The course will explore the art of Italian artists from the 14th to the 16th century, including figures such as Masaccio, Botticelli, and Michelangelo.
  • The lectures will be held in the lecture hall of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  • The course will cover topics such as the historical background of painting, sculpture, and architecture, with a focus on the human side of Italian artists.
  • The final lecture will discuss Venetian painting, including works by Raphael and Correggio.

Middle Section: "More Art Courses Offered by University Extension"

• Content: This section highlights additional art courses offered by the University Extension, including a course on "Modern Painting" and another on the "Italian Renaissance."
• Details:
  • The "Modern Painting" course will be taught by Prof. George Harold Edgell, covering the development of painting from the Renaissance to the present day.
  • The course will discuss movements such as Neo-Classicism, Romanticism, Realism, and Post-Impressionism, with a focus on artists like Cézanne and Van Gogh.
  • The course will include lectures on the human side of artists and the aesthetic qualities of their paintings.
  • The "Italian Renaissance" course will be taught by Prof. Edgell and will explore the art of Italian artists from the 14th to the 16th century, with a focus on figures such as Masaccio, Botticelli, and Michelangelo.
  • Both courses are open to all, with registration required.

Bottom Section: "Exhibitions of the Week"

• Content: This section lists upcoming art exhibitions and events.
• Details:
  • Lilla Cabot Perry: Her exhibition continues at the Boston Art Club until November 18.
  • Hovsep Pushman: His first one-man show is at the Yose Gallery, with special sculptures by Joseph D. Portman. The exhibition will continue until November 18.
  • Harry Suttor, Jr.: His paintings will be displayed at the same venue.

Additional Note: "Art Lecture"

• Content: A note at the bottom left announces an upcoming art lecture.
• Details:
  • The lecture will be given by students in Archaeology at the Fogg Art Museum's Gallery Room.
  • The lecture is scheduled for 8:20 P.M. on Wednesday, November 29.
  • The topic will be the famous Morgan statue, a girl which has been lent by the Metropolitan Museum in New York.
  • The lecture is part of a series, with the previous lecture on Chinese Landscape Art by Mr. Laurence Rhyton.

Header and Footer

• Header: The top of the page includes the date "December 8, 1923," and the name "Bevard Crimson."
• Footer: The bottom of the page includes the date "December 18" and the name "Crimson," likely indicating the publication or organization responsible for the document.

Overall Context

The document appears to be a newsletter or bulletin from a university or art institution, likely Harvard University, given the references to the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard Extension courses. It provides a comprehensive overview of upcoming lectures, courses, and exhibitions related to art and architecture, emphasizing the Italian Renaissance and modern art movements. The layout is structured and formal, typical of early 20th-century academic or cultural publications.

The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine. It contains several articles and advertisements related to art courses, lectures, and exhibitions.

The main article is titled "More Art Courses Offered by University Extension." It provides details about new art courses being offered by the University Extension, including courses on Italian Renaissance art, modern painting, and modern sculpture. The courses are taught by prominent professors and artists, and registration information is provided.

There are also two smaller articles. The first is titled "Italian Renaissance Art to be Discussed" and provides details about a lecture series on Italian Renaissance art being given by Professor George Harold Edgell. The second article is titled "Exhibitions of the Week" and lists several art exhibitions happening that week, including an exhibition at the Boston Art Club and a portrait exhibition at the Hovsep Pushman Gallery.

The image also contains some advertisements and announcements, such as a notice about a lecture series on landscape art and an advertisement for an archaeological talk at the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the art and cultural scene of the time, with a focus on educational opportunities and exhibitions related to art.