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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

ARCH.2003.30, Rendition: 802883

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This image displays a typed, single-page document dated May 10, 1945, which serves as an inventory or log of photographs returned by Miss Adlow. The document is structured as a categorized list, likely for an art collection, museum, or publication archive.

At the top, a key in red text explains a notation system:

“PHOTOGRAPHS RETURNED BY MISS ADLOW. RED STAR MEANS SENT TO THE MONITOR FOR PUBLICATION AND PUBLISHED BY THEM BUT NO CLIPPINGS SENT TO THE FOGG MUSEUM.”

The document is organized into categories by nationality or origin:


American Artists:

  • Henry Inman — Portrait of James Gallatin; also portrait of Mrs. James Gallatin and her son Albert.
  • James McNeill Whistler — The White Woman (The White Girl No. IV); also Mrs. Sickert.
  • Andrew Moore — Simplon Village.
  • J. L. Smith — Gateway to Egyptian Temple.
  • George Holt — Copy of mosaic at Santa Sophia (half-length figure).
  • Daniel Chester French — Lincoln standing (bronze).
  • Winslow Homer — Two girls on a cliff.

(Note: A handwritten annotation “2 photos.” appears beside the American list.)


English Artists:

  • Ruskin — Tom Tower, Christ Church College, Oxford.
  • Prout — Ypres.
  • Burne-Jones — Head of Paderewski; Study of Child’s head; Study for the Knight in Armour in the Series of the Briar Rose (water color); Sir Galahad riding through a mysterious wood.
  • Robert Salmon — “British fleet forming the line off Algiers”

French Artists:

  • Gericault — White Horse and Arab; English Horse Guard; Charrette de Charbonnier; Drawing of a horse; Study for the Raft of Medusa.
  • Duplessis — Portrait of Benjamin Franklin.
  • Daumier — Clown and second figure.
  • Degas — Danseuse Jupe Rouge.
  • Diag — Three female figures in a landscape.
  • David — The Oath of the Tennis Court.
  • Fantin-Latour — Spring flowers.
  • Guys — Coaching.

Miscellaneous / Non-National Categories:

  • Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C. — Fibula
  • Manuscript ? (page) — likely a placeholder for an undetermined item.
  • Russian: Jacovoleff — Portrait of Man - Red chalk P.J.S.
  • Oriental: Includes generic descriptions: Man on a horse, Branch in bloom, Portrait of a man seated, Birds.

Summary Totals:
At the bottom, underlined and in red:

30 photographs


Physical Characteristics:
The paper is cream-colored, likely aged, and there are visible signs of wear, folding, and creasing. The text is typewritten, with some handwritten annotations (e.g., “2 photos.” and red stars next to certain entries, which correspond to the red-star key at the top). The document appears to be part of a larger file, as another sheet is visible behind it at the top left corner.

This document appears to be an institutional record — possibly from the Fogg Museum (as mentioned in the key) — tracking the handling and intended use (publication vs. museum archive) of a curated set of 30 photographic reproductions of artworks.

The inclusion of both famous and obscure works, across multiple national schools and periods, suggests it was a research or editorial inventory, perhaps for a periodical or exhibition catalog.

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The image shows a typed document dated May 10, 1945. The document lists a variety of photographs returned by Miss Adlow. The photographs are categorized by nationality (American, English, French, Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C., Manuscript?, Russian, and Oriental) and are identified with their respective artists and titles.

  • American: Includes works by Inman, Henry; Whistler; Moore; Webster; Smith, J. L.; Holt, George; French, Daniel Chester; and Homer, Winslow.
  • English: Features works by Ruskin; Prout; Burne-Jones; Salmon, Robert.
  • French: Includes works by Gericault; Duplessis; Daumier; Degas; Diaz; David; Fantin-Latour; and Guys.
  • Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C.: Mentions a Fibula.
  • Manuscript? (page): It is unclear what this category refers to.
  • Russian: Lists a work by Jacovleff.
  • Oriental: Includes a "Man on a horse," "Branch in bloom," "Portrait of a man seated," and "Birds."

The document also notes that the photographs are to be sent to the Monitor for publication and that no clippings are to be sent to the Fogg Museum. There is a mention of "30 photographs" at the bottom of the document.

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The image is a typed document dated May 10, 1945. It appears to be a list of photographs that were returned by someone named Miss Adlow. At the top of the document, there is a note in red text stating that photographs marked with a red star were sent to "The Monitor" for publication but that no clippings were sent to the Fogg Museum.

The document is organized into several sections, each listing different artworks or subjects with the names of the artists or the titles of the works. The sections are:

  1. American - Lists works by artists such as Henry Inman, Whistler, Moore, Webster, J. L. Smith, George Holt, Daniel Chester French, and Winslow Homer. Some items are marked with a red star, indicating they were sent for publication.

  2. English - Lists works by artists such as Ruskin, Prout, Burne-Jones, and Robert Salmon. Some items are also marked with a red star.

  3. French - Lists works by artists such as Gericault, Duplessis, Daumier, Degas, Diaz, David, Fantin-Latour, and Guys. Some items are marked with a red star.

  4. Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B. C. - Lists a fibula.

  5. Manuscript? - Lists a page.

  6. Russian - Lists a work by Jacovcleff.

  7. Oriental - Lists subjects such as "Man on a horse," "Branch in bloom," "Portrait of a man seated," and "Birds."

At the bottom of the document, it states "30 photographs," indicating the total number of photographs listed.

The document is neatly typed, and the text is clear and legible. The background of the image shows part of another document or envelope with some text visible, but it is not the main focus.

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The image shows a document titled "Photographs Returned by Miss Adlow." It appears to be a list or catalog of photographs that have been returned to someone named Miss Adlow. The document is dated May 10, 1945, and includes a list of names and corresponding photographs. The photographs seem to be from different artists and depict various subjects, such as portraits, landscapes, and still lifes. Some of the names mentioned include Henry Inman, James Whistler, and Winslow Homer. The document is likely a record or inventory of photographs that were returned to Miss Adlow.

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The image shows a document with a list of photographs that were returned by Miss Adlow. The photographs were sent to the monitor for publication and publication by them, but no clippings were sent to the Fogg Museum. The document is dated May 10, 1945, and it includes the names of the photographers and the subjects of the photographs. The subjects include portraits, landscapes, and historical figures, among others. The document also mentions the number of photographs returned, which is 30.

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The image shows a typed document dated May 10, 1945, titled "PHOTOGRAPHS RETURNED BY MISS ADLOW." The document appears to be an inventory or catalog of photographs, organized by categories such as American, English, French, Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C., Russian, and Oriental. Each entry lists the artist or subject of the photograph, along with a brief description.

Key Details:

  1. Header Information:

    • The document notes that red stars indicate photographs that were sent to The Monitor for publication but no clippings were sent to the Fogg Museum.
  2. Categories and Entries:

    • American:
      • Includes works by artists such as Innan, Henry, Whistler, Moore, Smith, Holt, French, and Homer, among others. Examples include portraits, landscapes, and historical subjects.
      • A note indicates 2 photos are listed under this category.
    • English:
      • Features works by Ruskin, Prout, Burne-Jones, and Salmon, including portraits, studies, and historical scenes.
    • French:
      • Lists artists such as Gericault, Duplessis, Dauzier, Dégas, David, Fantin-Latour, and Gays, with subjects ranging from portraits to landscapes and genre scenes.
    • Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C.:
      • Mentions a Fibula (a type of ancient brooch or pin) and a possible Manuscript (? page).
    • Russian:
      • Includes a Portrait of Man – Red chalk by Jacovleff.
    • Oriental:
      • Lists subjects such as Man on a horse, Branch in bloom, Portrait of a man seated, and Birds.
  3. Total Count:

    • At the bottom of the document, it states "30 photographs" in total.
  4. Visual Elements:

    • The document is typed on plain paper and appears slightly worn, with some creases and faint markings.
    • Red stars are used to mark specific entries, indicating their publication status.
    • The text is neatly organized in columns, with clear headings for each category.

Summary:

This document serves as a detailed inventory of photographs returned by Miss Adlow, categorizing them by nationality or origin, artist, and subject matter. It highlights which photographs were sent for publication and provides a comprehensive list of 30 photographs in total. The document reflects a systematic approach to cataloging and managing an art collection, likely for archival or research purposes.

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The image shows a single sheet of aged, cream-colored paper with a typewritten list. At the top is a red-typed note about photographs returned by Miss … and what the red star means, with a date of May 10, 1945. The main body is a categorized catalog of photographs, divided by nationality or group (American, English, French, Russian, Oriental). Under each heading are names and brief descriptions of portraits, paintings, or figures (for example: Inman, Henry – Portrait of James Gallatin; Whistler – The White Woman; Homer, Winslow – Two girls on a cliff; etc.). Some entries have small marks like asterisks or notes such as “2 photographs” or “3 photographs.” At the bottom, there is a line in red indicating “30 photographs.” The page is slightly curled at the top left, with a portion of another sheet visible beside it.

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This image shows a typewritten document titled at the top "PHOTOGRAPHS RETURNED BY MISS ADLOW." The text indicates that "RED STAR MEANS SENT TO THE MONITOR FOR PUBLICATION AND PUBLISHED BY THEM BUT NO CLIPPINGS SENT TO THE FOGG MUSEUM," dated May 10, 1945.

The content is organized into categories based on geographical or cultural origins: American, English, French, Russian, Oriental, etc. Each section lists names of artists and titles of their works (e.g., "Inman, Henry - Portrait of James Gallatin" and "Burne-Jones - Head of Paderwski"). Some entries include descriptions, such as media or themes of the works, while others are annotated with red stars and marks. Toward the bottom, it mentions items like "Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C. - Fibula."

A handwritten jot appears faintly near the bottom, and the total collection is noted as "30 photographs." Part of another sheet is visible folded over the top-left corner. The overall state of the paper and typewriter font suggest this document is archival and from the mid-20th century.

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This image shows a typed document listing various photographs. The document is annotated with some handwritten marks, possibly indicating selection or completion. It is titled at the top, with an apparent note that reads "PHOTOGRAPHS RETURNED BY MISS ADOLPH. RED STAR MARKS SENT TO THE MONITOR FOR PUBLICATION AND PUBLISHED BY THEM BUT NO CLIPPINGS SENT TO THE FOGG MUSEUM. MAY 10 - 1945."

The list is categorized by the national origin of the art (American, English, French, etc.) and includes works from various artists with a brief description, such as the subject of the photograph or the medium. Some of the artists and subjects mentioned are:

  • Inman, Henry – Portrait of James Gallatin
  • Moore – Simple Village
  • French, Daniel Chester – Lincoln standing (bronze)
  • Ruskin – From tower, Christ Church College, Oxford
  • Burne-Jones – Head of Paderewski
  • Gericault – White Horse and Arab
  • Jacquemart – Portrait of Man – Red chalk
  • Oriental – Portrait of a man seated
  • Etc.

At the bottom, there is a final note that states "30 photographs." This document seems to be an inventory or a loan record for artworks, possibly for an exhibition or publication. The red stars next to some items indicate that those specific photographs were sent out for publication.

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The image shows a typed list of photographs with annotations, dated May 10, 1945. At the top, in red type, it reads: "PHOTOGRAPHS RETURNED BY MISS ADLOW. RED STAR MEANS SENT TO THE MONITOR FOR PUBLICATION AND PUBLISHED BY THEM BUT NO CLIPPINGS SENT TO THE FOGG MUSEUM."

The list is divided primarily by nationality or category of artwork/photographs:

  1. American:

    • Inman, Henry - Portrait of James Gallatin
    • Mrs. James Gallatin and her son Albert
    • Whistler - The White Woman (The White Girl No. IV)
    • Mrs. Sickert
    • Moore - Simplon Village (marked with a red star)
    • Webster - Excavations for the Grand Central Station: The Trestle (red star)
    • Smith, J.L. - Gateway to Egyptian Temple (red star)
    • Holt, George - Copy of mosaic at Santa Sophia (half-length figure) (red star)
    • French, Daniel Chester - Lincoln standing (bronze)
    • Homer, Winslow - Two girls on a cliff
  2. English:

    • Ruskin - Tom Tower, Christ Church College, Oxford (red star)
    • Prout - Ypres
    • Burne-Jones - Head of Paderewski
    • Burne-Jones - Study of Child’s head
    • Burne-Jones - Study for the Knight in Armour in the Series of the Briar Rose (watercolor)
    • Burne-Jones - Sir Galahad riding through a mysterious wood
    • Salmon, Robert - "British fleet forming the line off Algiers"
  3. French:

    • Gericault - White Horse and Arab
    • Gericault - English Horse Guard
    • Gericault - Charrette de Charbonnier
    • Gericault - Drawing of a horse
    • Gericault - Study for the Raft of Medusa
    • Duplessis - Portrait of Benjamin Franklin
    • Daumier - Clown and second figure
    • Degas - Danseuse Jupe Rouge (red star)
    • Diaz - Three female figures in a landscape
    • David - The Oath of the Tennis Court
    • Fantin-Latour - Spring flowers
    • Guys - Coaching
  4. Gold, Etruscan, 7th century B.C. – Fibula

  5. Manuscript? (page) (marked with a red star)

  6. Russian:

    • Jacovcleff - Portrait of Man - Red chalk P.J.S.
  7. Oriental:

    • Man on a horse
    • Branch in bloom
    • Portrait of a man seated
    • Birds

At the bottom in red ink, it states "30 photographs."

There are marks in red asterisks next to certain entries likely indicating those photographs that were sent for publication. The page itself is placed on a slightly gray background, with a white triangular paper partially covering the top left corner.