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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803859

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This image shows an open, aged book or folder with a single sheet of typewritten paper placed on its right-hand page. The document is a program or newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, dated December 13, 1951.

The document details the museum’s current exhibitions and upcoming public events:


EXHIBITIONS

  1. CRANACH and CLOUETPrincely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance. (For the Benefit of the Rheims Museum), until December 31.
  2. THE GRAPHIC ART OF LUCAS CRANACH THE ELDER, until December 31. Lent by the National Gallery, Washington (Rosenwald Collection).
  3. ATHENS IN THE WORLD OF THE FIFTH CENTURY: AN EXHIBITION OF FACTS AND IDEAS, until December 31. (Note: The text repeats this title, likely an error in the original document.)
  4. ABSTRACTIONS IN GRAPHIC ART, until February 2.

PUBLIC LECTURE

  • Prof. A. D. Trendall, of the University of Sydney, Australia: SOUTH ITALIAN THEATER: DRAMATIC REPRESENTATIONS ON ITALIOTE VASES.
    • Sponsored by the Department of Classics and the Fogg Museum.
    • Thursday, December 13, at 4 P.M. at the Fogg Art Museum, Small Lecture Hall.

GALLERY TALK

  • Saturday, December 15
    • 2:30 P.M. General Tour of the Fogg Art Museum. – Led by Richard S. Randall, Jr.
    • 3:45 P.M. THE DRAWING AND GRAPHIC WORK OF LUCAS CRANACH, THE ELDER – by Peter Wick.

Additional Notes:

  • At the bottom of the page, there is a faint, handwritten inscription in blue ink that appears to say: “Very nice by Peter Wick”.
  • The left-hand page of the book is partially visible and contains faint, reversed text, suggesting it is a printed page from a book placed beneath the current document.
  • The paper itself is yellowed with age, and the typewritten text has a light blue or purple hue, indicating the use of carbon paper or a specific ribbon color common in the 1950s.
  • The binding of the host book or folder is made of brown cardboard, which also shows signs of aging.

In summary, this is a historical program from the Fogg Art Museum outlining its exhibitions and public events for mid-December 1951.

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The image shows a page from a booklet or document related to the Fogg Art Museum. The page is dated December 10, 1951, and includes information about exhibitions and events at the museum. The text mentions several exhibitions, including "Cranach and Clouet - Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance" and "The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder." It also includes details about public lectures and gallery talks, such as one by Prof. A.D. Trendall about South Italian Theatre and dramatic representations on Italiote vases, scheduled for December 13. The page appears to be part of a larger document, with some text visible on the left page as well. The paper is aged, with a yellowed appearance, and the text is typed on what seems to be a typewriter.

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This image shows a page from a document, likely a newsletter or program, from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated December 10, 1951. The page is titled "EXHIBITIONS" and lists several exhibitions and events taking place at the museum. Here are the details:

EXHIBITIONS:

  1. CRANACH and CLOUET - Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance:

    • For the benefit of the Rheims Museum, until December 31.
  2. THE GRAPHIC ART OF LUCAS CRANACH THE ELDER:

    • Until December 31. Lent by the National Gallery, Washington (Rosenwald Collection).
  3. ATHENS IN THE WORLD OF THE FIFTH CENTURY: AN EXHIBITION OF FACTS AND IDEAS:

    • Until December 31.
  4. ABSTRACTIONS IN GRAPHIC ART:

    • Until February 2.

PUBLIC LECTURE:

  • Prof. A. D. Trendall, of the University of Sydney, Australia:
    • Topic: "SOUTH ITALIAN THEATRE: DRAMATIC REPRESENTATIONS ON ITALIOTE VASES"
    • Sponsored by the Department of Classics and the Fogg Museum.
    • Date and Time: Thursday, December 13, at 4 P.M. at the Fogg Art Museum, Small Lecture Hall.

GALLERY TALK:

  • Saturday, December 15:
    • 2:30 P.M. General Tour of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • 3:45 P.M. "THE DRAWING AND GRAPHIC WORK OF LUCAS CRANACH, THE ELDER" by Peter Wick.

The document appears to be part of a larger booklet or portfolio, as there are multiple pages visible. The text is typed, and there is some handwritten text at the bottom right, which is partially obscured and not fully legible. The paper is slightly aged, indicating its historical nature.

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The image shows a book opened to a page that appears to be from a museum guide or exhibition catalog. The book is open to a page that lists various exhibitions and events taking place at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge. The text is printed in a serif font, and the page has a brown border at the top and bottom, suggesting it is part of a larger publication. The text mentions several exhibitions, including "Cranach and Clouet - Finely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance," "The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder," "Athens in the World of the Fifth Century: An Exhibition of Facts and Ideas," and "Abstractions in Graphic Art." There is also a mention of a public lecture by Prof. A. D. Trendall of the University of Sydney, Australia, on "South Italian Theatre: Dramatic Representations on Italiote Vases." The page also includes a gallery talk led by Richard G. Handall, Jr., and a general tour of the Fogg Art Museum. The text is organized in a clear and concise manner, with headings and subheadings that make it easy to read and navigate. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic offerings of the Fogg Art Museum during the time period in which the book was published.

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This is a page from a museum catalog, likely from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated December 10, 1951. The page contains information about various exhibitions and events happening at the museum. The exhibitions mentioned include "Cranach and Clouet - Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance" and "The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder," both of which are sponsored by the National Gallery of Washington. Another exhibition, "Athens in the World of the Fifth Century: An Exhibition of Facts and Ideas," is sponsored by the Department of Classics at Harvard. Additionally, there is an exhibition titled "Abstractions in Graphic Art" running until February 2. The page also lists a public lecture by Professor A.D. Trendall on "Dramatic Representations on Italian Vases" and a gallery talk by Peter Wick on "The Drawing and Graphic Work of Lucas Cranach, the Elder."

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The image depicts an open book or catalog page from the Fogg Art Museum, dated December 10, 1951. The page is titled "EXHIBITIONS" and lists various art exhibitions and related events scheduled for the museum. Here is a detailed description:

Header Information

  • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
  • Location: Harvard University Campus
  • Date: December 10, 1951

Exhibitions Listed

  1. CRANACH and CLOUET – Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance

    • Location: For the benefit of the Rheims Museum
    • Dates: Until December 31
    • Sponsor: Sponsored by Charles A. Hoyt
  2. THE GRAPHIC ART OF LUCAS CRANACH THE ELDER

    • Dates: Until December 31
    • Lent by: The National Gallery, Washington (Rosenthal Collection)
  3. ATHENS IN THE WORLD OF THE FIFTH CENTURY: AN EXHIBITION OF FACTS AND IDEAS

    • Dates: Until December 31
    • Title: "Athens in the World of the Fifth Century: An Exhibition of Facts and Ideas"
  4. ABSTRACTIONS IN GRAPHIC ART

    • Dates: Until February 2

Public Lecture

  • Speaker: Prof. A. D. Trendall, of the University of Sydney, Australia
  • Topic: "South Italian Theatre: Dramatic Representations on Italic Vases"
  • Sponsors: Sponsored by the Department of Classics and the Fogg Museum
  • Date and Time: Thursday, December 13, at 4 P.M.
  • Location: Classics and the Fogg Museum, Small Lecture Hall

Gallery Talk

  • Speaker: General Gallery Talk on Art Business
  • Led by: Richard B. Randall, Jr.
  • Date: Saturday, December 15
  • Time: 2:30 P.M.

Additional Events

  • General Tour of the Fogg Art Museum

    • Date: Saturday, December 15
    • Time: 2:30 P.M.
  • The Drawing and Graphic Work of Lucas Cranach, the Elder

    • Speaker: Peter Wick
    • Date: Saturday, December 15
    • Time: 3:45 P.M.

Page Layout and Condition

  • The page appears to be part of a printed program or catalog, with neatly typed text.
  • The left side of the page shows part of another page, which includes handwritten notes or annotations in Greek script. These notes seem to be marginalia or personal remarks, possibly from a reader or attendee.
  • The paper has a slightly aged, brownish tone, indicating it is from the mid-20th century.

Overall Context

The document serves as a schedule of exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting a variety of art-focused activities, including exhibitions of Northern Renaissance portraits, graphic art by Lucas Cranach, ancient Athenian themes, and abstract graphic art. It also promotes a public lecture on South Italian theatre and gallery talks on art business and Lucas Cranach’s work. The inclusion of handwritten notes suggests the page may have been used or annotated by someone attending or studying the events.

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This image shows a typed page discussing events and exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, dated December 10, 1951. The page is organized into several sections:

  1. Exhibitions:

    • "Cranach and Clouet - Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance" (benefit for the Rheims Museum, until December 31).
    • "The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder" (until December).
    • "Athens in the World of the Fifth Century: An Exhibition of Facts and Ideas" (until December 31).
    • "Abstractions in Graphic Art" (until February 2).
  2. Public Lecture:

    • By Prof. A.D. Trendall from the University of Sydney, Australia.
    • Topic: "South Italian Theatre: Dramatic Representations on Italic Vases."
    • Scheduled for December 13 at 4:00 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum's small lecture hall.
  3. Gallery Talk:

    • Scheduled for Saturday, December 15:
      • At 2:30 p.m., a "General Tour of the Fogg Art Museum."
      • At 3:45 p.m., a discussion "The Drawing and Graphic Work of Lucas Cranach, the Elder" by Peter Wick.

The page appears to be part of a booklet or archival document, held within a larger folder or book with signs of age and wear (evident in the brown edges). Handwritten notes are visible near the bottom, possibly indicating personal annotations.

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The image shows a typed page from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, dated December 10, 1951. The page lists exhibitions, a public lecture, and a gallery talk.

Exhibitions:

  • Cranach and Clouet: Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance (for the benefit of the Rheims Museum), until December 31.
  • The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder, until December 31. Lent by the National Gallery, Washington (Rosenwald Collection).
  • Athens in the World of the Fifth Century: An Exhibition of Facts and Ideas, until December 31.
  • Abstractions in Graphic Art, until February 2.

Public Lecture:

  • Prof. A. D. Trendall of the University of Sydney, Australia, on "South Italian Theatre: Dramatic Representations on Italic Vases," sponsored by the Department of Classics and the Fogg Museum. To be held on Thursday, December 13, at 4 P.M. at the Fogg Art Museum, Small Lecture Hall.

Gallery Talk:

  • Saturday, December 15:
    • 2:30 P.M. General Tour of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • 3:45 P.M. The Drawing and Graphic Work of Lucas Cranach, the Elder by Peter Wick.

There is a faint handwritten note at the bottom of the page, but it is difficult to fully decipher from the image. The page has a light brown border, indicating it is part of an older document or scrapbook.

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This image shows an open page from what appears to be a booklet or program related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The photograph captures the right-hand side of an open book, with the left-hand pages slightly visible. The visible page is headed with "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in all capital letters, followed by "HARVARD UNIVERSITY CAMBRIDGE" and dates noting "December 28, 1951" and "December 10, 1951".

The content below is organized under the section titled "EXHIBITIONS," listing various exhibitions with their corresponding dates. One can see the names "CRANACH and CLOUET – Princely Portrait Drawings of the Northern Renaissance," including mention of Lucas Cranach the Elder, and "THE GRAPHIC ART OF LUCAS CRANACH THE ELDER," dated until December 31st. These exhibitions are followed by "ABSTRACTIONS IN GRAPHIC ART," dated until February 2. It mentions that these exhibits are for the benefit of the Rheims Museum or include selections from certain collections.

Below the exhibitions section is a part titled "PUBLIC LECTURE," detailing an event on South Italian Theater by Prof. A. D. Trendall, and a lecture on 'Athens in the World of the Fifth Century: An Exhibition of Facts and Ideas.'

Lastly, there's a section for "GALLERY TALK" indicating a general tour of the Fogg Art Museum related to the work of Lucas Cranach the Elder on December 15, with specific program times listed and the names of the persons involved in the talk.

The handwriting at the bottom of the page suggests an additional note, possibly by a past reader or curator.

The appearance of the page, with its typewritten text, historical content, and aged paper, gives the impression of an archival document or an excerpt from a historical record associated with museum events from the early 1950s.

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A photo of a single page from an old museum program. The page is white and tucked into a large brown folder or binder. At the top, it reads “FOGG ART MUSEUM” (faint blue) and “HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE” with the date December 10, 1951. The text lists exhibitions and events, including portrait drawings from the Northern Renaissance (Cranach and Clouet) and other related talks and lectures. There is a section labeled “PUBLIC LECTURE” and a later “GALLERY TALK” entry for Saturday, December 15, with scheduled times for a general tour and a talk on Lucas Cranach the Elder. The page appears faded and is lightly shadowed, with another page visible to the left.