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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

ARCH.2003.30, Rendition: 802881

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This image displays a single, aged sheet of paper, likely from a scrapbook or archive, dated May 10, 1945. The paper has a yellowed, off-white tone and some slight discoloration and wear, particularly at the corners. It is typed on a typewriter, with dark, consistent lettering and a few instances of red text, suggesting hand-written annotations or highlights.

At the top left, the heading reads: “REPRODUCED AND IN L. S. SCRAPBOOK”, indicating this is a catalog or inventory of items reproduced for or held in a scrapbook belonging to someone with the initials “L. S.”

The main body of the document is a categorized inventory of artworks or photographs, grouped by national or cultural origin. Each category lists artists and their works, often with titles or brief descriptions. The categories include:

  • American: Includes works by Sargent (two entries), Heil, Sheeler, Brodeur, Webster, White Mountains (O.H. Moore), Hassam, Smith, and Gold.
  • English: Includes Rossetti, Hunt, Bone, Allom, and Flaxman.
  • French: Includes Monet, Gericaullt, Renoir, Ruellan, Ingres, Colson, Millet, Burgundian (19th century), and Lemi. Notably, next to entries for Ruellan and Burgundian, the red text “P.J.S.” appears. Two red annotations, “No red,” are made next to the first two French entries, and “2 photos” is written in red next to Millet and Burgundian.
  • Greek: Lists a “4th century Head of Olympias (sculpture)”.
  • Oriental: Includes “Chines, Ming” works: “Landscape with flight of geese over water” and “Portrait of a Man”.
  • Mexican: Lists a “Ceremonial Yoke, in hard green stone, carved with mask and hands”.

At the bottom left, in red type, it states: “29 photographs”, likely a total count of images referenced in the list.

A small metal paperclip is visible at the top left edge of the document. The overall impression is that of a historical, curated inventory of art reproductions, possibly for a collector, teacher, or institution, with personal annotations made in red ink (perhaps for cataloging or status tracking).

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The image appears to be a typed document dated May 10, 1945, listing various artworks and their descriptions. The document is organized into categories such as American, English, French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican. Each category lists one or more works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and other pieces, along with their titles, artists, and sometimes additional details like the year the work was created or its location.

The document also mentions "29 photographs," indicating the total number of items listed. Handwritten notes are visible, with some text crossed out and others underlined, suggesting it might have been a draft or a list being compiled or reviewed. The paper itself shows signs of wear, which could imply it is an older document.

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This image is a typed document dated May 10, 1945, and appears to be a catalog or list of artworks or photographs reproduced for an L.S. scrapbook. The document is organized into sections by nationality or origin, including American, English, French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican. Each section lists various artworks and their details.

Key Points:

  • Date: May 10, 1945.

  • Title: "REPRODUCED AND IN L. S. SCRAPBOOK."

  • Sections:

    • American: Includes works by Sargent, Heil, Sheeler, Brodeur, Webster, White Mountains, Hassam, Smith, and Gold.
    • English: Includes works by Rossetti, Hunt, Bone, Allom, and Flaxman.
    • French: Includes works by Monet, Géricault, Renoir, Ruellan, Ingres, Colson, Millet, and Lami. There are also two photographs mentioned.
    • Greek: Includes a 4th century sculpture of the "Head of Olympias."
    • Oriental: Includes two Chinese, Ming artworks: a landscape with geese and a portrait of a man.
    • Mexican: Includes a ceremonial yoke carved with a mask and hands.
  • Additional Notes:

    • Some entries have "P.J.S." noted next to them, possibly indicating the source or reference.
    • The French section has some handwritten notes in red ink, such as "No red," and mentions "2 photos."
    • The bottom of the document notes "29 photographs."

The document seems to be a detailed inventory or record of artworks and photographs, possibly for archival or reference purposes.

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The image is of a document titled "Reproduced and in L.S. Scrapbook" dated May 10, 1945. The document appears to be a scrapbook page containing a list of various artworks and their details. The artworks are categorized by country of origin, including American, English, French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican. Each artwork is listed with its title, artist, and a brief description. Some entries also include notes about the artwork's condition, such as "No red." The document also mentions that there are 29 photographs included in the scrapbook. The overall appearance of the document is aged and worn, suggesting that it is an old scrapbook page.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook, dated May 10, 1945, with various reproductions of artworks and photographs. The page is divided into sections, each labeled with a different nationality or style of art, including American, English, French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican. Each section lists the title of the artwork, the artist's name, and, in some cases, additional details about the piece.

The American section features works by artists such as Sargent, Heil, Sheeler, Brodeur, Webster, Hassam, Smith, and Gold. The English section includes pieces by Rossetti, Hunt, Bone, Allom, and Flaxman. The French section lists artworks by Monet, Gericault, Renoir, Ruelland, Ingres, Colson, Millet, and Lami. The Greek section has a single entry for a 4th-century sculpture of the Head of Olympias. The Oriental section features two Chinese Ming artworks, and the Mexican section includes a ceremonial Yoke.

The page also mentions the total number of photographs, which is 29. The layout is organized and methodical, with each entry neatly listed under its respective category. The scrapbook appears to be a curated collection of diverse artistic works, showcasing a wide range of styles and periods.

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The image shows a typed document dated May 10, 1945, titled "REPRODUCED AND IN L. S. SCRAPBOOK." It appears to be a catalog or inventory of artworks or photographs, organized by nationality or origin. The document lists various artworks, each accompanied by the artist's name and a brief description. Here is a breakdown of the content:

Structure and Content:

Header:

  • Date: May 10, 1945
  • Title: "REPRODUCED AND IN L. S. SCRAPBOOK"

Categories:

The document is divided into sections based on the origin or nationality of the artworks:


1. American

  • SargentThe Matterhorn 1870
  • SargentIn the Tyrol
  • HeilBird and pink lady's slipper
  • SheelerUpper Deck
  • BrodeurPolish-Slovakian Frontier
  • WebsterStreet in Bourges or Rouen? (P.J.S.)
  • White Mountains – C.H. Moore
  • HassamSaint Michael's, Charleston
  • Smith, J. L.Egyptian Relief – Incised head
  • Gold, AlbertThe Lumber Yard

2. English

  • RossettiIl Ramoscelle
  • HuntBird's nest
  • BoneThe Street, Gruyères
  • Allom, ThomasSambre on the Meuse (P.J.S.)
  • FlaxmanHomer Invoking his Muse

3. French

  • MonetRoute de la Ferme St. Simon, Honfleur
  • GéricaultGroom and horses
  • RenoirMonsieur Choquet
  • Ruellan, AndréNew England Port (P.J.S.)
  • IngresPortrait of Mme. Frédéric Reiset
  • Colson, J. F. G.Girl asleep
  • MilletHead of a boy
  • Burgundian, 19th centuryScene from the harvesting of grapes at Macon
  • LamiThe Marionettes

4. Greek

  • 4th century
  • Head of Olympias (sculpture)

5. Oriental

  • Chinese, MingLandscape with flight of geese over water
  • Chinese, MingPortrait of a Man

6. Mexican

  • Ceremonial Yoke, in hard green stone, carved with mask and hands

Additional Notes:

  • At the bottom of the document, there is a notation: "29 photographs", indicating the total number of artworks or photographs listed.
  • Some entries are marked with annotations such as "P.J.S.", which likely refers to a person or a specific note (e.g., "Private John Smith" or a similar designation).
  • The document appears to be part of a scrapbook or archive, as suggested by the title.

Overall Impression:

The document serves as an organized inventory or catalog of artworks, likely for reference or archival purposes. It covers a diverse range of artists, styles, and origins, spanning from American and English artists to French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican works. The inclusion of both paintings and sculptures, as well as the detailed descriptions, suggests a scholarly or collector’s interest in art history.

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This image shows a typewritten document with some handwritten notes and markings. The top of the paper is labeled "REPRODUCED IN L. S. SCRAPBOOK" and includes a date "May 10, 1945." The document seems to be a list of artworks, divided into categories by nationality or style: American, English, French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican.

For each category, several works are listed with the artist's name followed by the title of the work. For example, under the American category, there is "Sargent - The Matterhorn 1870" and "Sargent - In the Tyrol." Similar listings are provided for the other categories.

Some annotations are present, such as "No red" written twice, "2 photos," and "29 photographs" written at the bottom. These annotations perhaps relate to the formatting or inclusion decisions for the reproduction of these works in a scrapbook or other collection. The handwritten text is slightly smudged, indicating it may have been written with a pen that did not dry immediately. The paper itself appears to be aged and slightly wrinkled at the top left corner.

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This image depicts a typed list titled "Reproduced and in L.S. Scrapbook", dated May 10, 1945, in the upper right corner. The content is organized under various headings based on regional or cultural classifications such as "American," "English," "French," "Greek," "Oriental," and "Mexican."

Within these categories, entries list artists and their works (e.g., Sargent - The Matterhorn 1870 under "American") or descriptive artifacts (e.g., "Chinese, Ming - Landscape with flight of geese over water" under "Oriental"). The entries briefly identify the items and, at times, provide additional notes (e.g., "No red", "2 photos").

At the bottom of the page, the note “29 photographs” is mentioned, likely summarizing the number of images associated with the listed contents. The document is typed on aged, slightly yellowed paper with a neat, organized appearance, including an upper-left staple hole marking.

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The image shows a typed document with the heading "REPRODUCED AND IN L.S. SCRAPBOOK" dated May 10, 1945. The document appears to be a list of artworks or art items categorized by nationality or region. Below the heading, the items are grouped into categories: American, English, French, Greek, Oriental, and Mexican. Each category lists several artworks or items along with associated artists or descriptions.

Specifically, the list includes:

  • American: Works by Sargent, Heil, Sheeler, Brodeur, Webster, C.H. Moore, Hassam, Smith J.L., and Gold.
  • English: Works by Rossetti, Hunt, Bone, Allom, and Flaxman.
  • French: Works by Monet, Gericault, Renoir, Ruellan, Ingres, Colson, Millet, Burgundian 19th century, and Lami. There are also handwritten notes in red ink indicating "No red" twice and "2 photos."
  • Greek: A 4th-century sculpture, Head of Olympias.
  • Oriental: Two Chinese Ming pieces, one landscape with flight of geese over water, and a portrait of a man.
  • Mexican: Describes a ceremonial yoke made of hard green stone, carved with mask and hands.

At the bottom left of the page, there is a red typed note "29 photographs." The paper has a slightly aged appearance with a clipped corner at the bottom left and some mild yellowing.