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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803881

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The image is a page from a document associated with the Fogg Art Museum, located on Quincy Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document appears to be a report or brochure for the "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" for the year 1950-1951.

Key elements of the image include:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the page lists the museum's address and telephone number, along with contact information for the director, John Coolidge, and the director emeritus, Edward W. Forbes.
  2. Visiting Committee:

    • The left side of the page lists the members of the Visiting Committee for the museum. Edward W. Forbes is listed as the chairman, followed by other members such as Agnes R. Allen, William G. Constable, and Robert Woods Bliss, among others. Some names have red annotations next to them, possibly indicating donations or contributions.
  3. Main Image:

    • The right side features a photograph of a group of people gathered outside the entrance of the Fogg Art Museum. The people are dressed in formal attire, suggesting an event or gathering.
  4. Additional Image:

    • There is a smaller image of a sculpture of a horse at the bottom left of the page.
  5. Date:

    • The year "1950-1951" is prominently displayed at the bottom right of the page, indicating the time period covered by the document.

The overall layout and content suggest that this document is likely an annual report or a commemorative brochure highlighting the activities and members of the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum for that year.

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The image shows an open brochure or booklet related to the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University. The left page features the title "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" along with the address "QUINCY STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS" and contact information, including a telephone number with extensions. Below this, there are names listed under "THE VISITING COMMITTEE" for the year, with various individuals listed, some of which have handwritten annotations next to them.

The right page is titled "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" and includes a photograph of a group of people gathered in front of a building, presumably the museum, with a sign that says "FOGG MUSEUM" visible. The image is captioned "1950-1951." There is also a smaller photograph on the left page of an artwork, which appears to be a sculpted horse.

The brochure appears to be from the early 1950s, and it includes both textual and visual elements that provide historical context about the museum and its visitors or supporters during that time.

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The image shows a document related to the Fogg Art Museum, located at Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document is from the period 1950-1951 and is titled "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum."

On the left side of the document:

  1. The text lists the name of the museum and its address.
  2. The telephone number provided is for Kirkland 7-7600 (Harvard University) with extensions 2362 or 2361.
  3. The document mentions the Director Emeritus as Edward W. Forbes and the current Director as John Coolidge.
  4. There is a section titled "The Visiting Committee" listing several prominent individuals:
    • Edward W. Forbes (Chairman)
    • W.G. Russell Allen
    • Walter C. Baker
    • Robert Woods Bliss
    • Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss
    • Henry S. Bowers
    • Charles R. Cross
    • Arthur Stone Dewing
    • Charles E. Dunlap
    • G. H. Edgell
    • David E. Finley
    • Mrs. Frederick R. Grace
    • Francis L. Higginbotham
    • Archer M. Huntington
    • Mrs. Arthur Lewman
    • Henry P. McCown
    • John S. Newberry, Jr.
    • Joseph Pulitzer, Jr.
    • Roland Redmond
    • Charles H. Sawyer
    • E. Baldwin Smith
    • Frank G. Smith, Jr.
    • John W. Taylor
    • Harrison Treadwell
    • Nathaniel T. Winthrop

Below the list, there is a small photograph of a sculpture of a horse.

On the right side of the document:

  1. There is an image of the Fogg Art Museum building with people gathered in front of it, suggesting an event or gathering.
  2. The document has a stamp or some form of identification number (e.g., 1425-1) and some handwritten notes or markings.

Overall, the document serves as an official record or membership booklet for the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its committee members and the museum's activities during that time.

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The image shows an open booklet from the "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" for the years 1950-1951. The Fogg Art Museum is located at Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a telephone number listed as Kirkland 7-7600 (Harvard University) and extensions 2302 or 2361.

The left page lists the "Visiting Committee" members, including Edward W. Forbes as Chairman, followed by the names of several other individuals. Some names have handwritten notations next to them, possibly indicating contributions or notes of interest.

The right page features a photograph of the exterior of the Fogg Museum with a group of people gathered in front of it, suggesting an event or gathering. The museum's name is visible above the entrance in the photograph. The lower right corner of this page indicates the years 1950-1951.

Additionally, there is a smaller image on the left page of the booklet depicting a classical statue of a horse, likely an artifact or piece from the museum's collection.

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The image depicts an old document, specifically a booklet or brochure from the "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum," covering the years 1950-1951.

Here are the detailed elements of the image:

  1. Header Information:

    • Institution: The Fogg Art Museum
    • Location: Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts
    • Telephone: Kirkland 7-7600 (Harvard University), Extensions 2362 or 2361
    • Directors: Director Emeritus: Edward W. Forbes, Director: John Coolidge
  2. The Visiting Committee:
    The document lists the names of individuals who were part of the Visiting Committee:

    • Edward W. Forbes, Chairman
    • W. G. Russell Allen
    • Walter C. Baker
    • Robert Woods Bliss
    • Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss
    • Henry S. Bowers
    • Arthur Currier
    • Arthur Stone Dewing
    • Charles E. Dunlap
    • G. H. Edgell
    • David E. Finley
    • Mrs. Frederick R. Grace
    • Francis L. Higginson
    • Archer M. Huntington
    • Mrs. Arthur Lehman
    • Henry P. McIlhenny
    • John S. Newberry, Jr.
    • Joseph Pulitzer, Jr.
    • Roland Redmond
    • Charles H. Sawyer
    • E. Baldwin Smith
    • Frank C. Smith, Jr.
    • John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
    • Francis H. Taylor
    • Harrison Tweed
    • Nathaniel T. Winthrop
  3. Visual Elements:

    • There is a sepia-toned photograph on the right side showing the entrance of the Fogg Art Museum with a crowd of people gathered outside, likely at an event or opening.
    • In the lower left corner, there is a smaller image of a classical sculpture, possibly a horse or similar animal, which seems to be part of the museum’s collection.
  4. Design and Layout:

    • The layout is divided into two main sections: the left side contains the list of the Visiting Committee members and the smaller image of the sculpture, while the right side features the larger photograph of the museum entrance and the crowd.

The overall appearance suggests that this document is a historical record from the early 1950s, providing a glimpse into the museum's organizational structure and activities during that period.

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The image depicts a document from the "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" for the years 1950-1951. The document appears to be a pamphlet or brochure and includes several sections:

  1. Header Information:

    • The name of the institution: "The Fogg Art Museum."
    • Address: Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • Telephone number: Kirkland 7-7600 (Harvard University), Extension 2362 or 2361.
    • Director Emeritus: Edward W. Forbes.
    • Director: John Coolidge.
  2. The Visiting Committee:
    A list of members who are part of the Visiting Committee is provided:

    • Edward W. Forbes, Chairman
    • W. G. Russell Allen
    • Walter C. Baker
    • Robert Woods Bliss
    • Margaret Wendell Woods Bliss
    • Henry P. Bowditch
    • John Nicholas Brown
    • Arthur Stone Dewing
    • Charles E. Dunlap
    • G. H. Edgell
    • David E. Finley
    • Mrs. Frederick R. Grace
    • Francis L. Higginson
    • Archer M. Huntington
    • Mrs. Harold I. Pratt
    • Robert Lehman
    • Henry P. McIlhenny
    • John S. Newberry, Jr.
    • Joseph Pulitzer, Jr.
    • Roland L. Redmond
    • Charles H. Sawyer
    • E. Baldwin Smith
    • Frank C. Smith, Jr.
    • Francis Henry Taylor
    • Harrison Tweed
    • Nathaniel T. Winthrop
  3. Image:

    • There is a sepia-toned photograph of the Fogg Art Museum building, showing a gathering of people outside the entrance, possibly at an event or exhibition opening.
    • Below the photograph is the date range "1950-1951."
    • On the left side of the document, there is an illustration of an ancient artifact, possibly a piece of sculpture from the museum's collection.

The document overall appears to be an informational piece for supporters and members of the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the committee members and providing a snapshot of the museum's activities during the 1950-1951 period.

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This image shows a two-page spread from a publication titled "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" for the years 1950-1951.

  • The left page displays information about the Fogg Art Museum located on Quincy Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a telephone number listed as Kirkland 7-2600 (Harvard University). The museum's extension numbers are 2362 or 2361. Edward W. Forbes is listed as Director Emeritus, and John Coolidge is the Director.
  • The page also lists "The Visiting Committee," chaired by Edward W. Forbes, with various other committee members named, some of which have handwritten notes and markings next to them in red and black ink. These notes seem to include numbers and words like "dead."
  • A small image of a horse sculpture is at the bottom left of the left page.
  • The right page has the title "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" prominently displayed at the top, with a photograph below it. The photograph shows a group of people gathered outside the entrance of the Fogg Museum, dressed in mid-20th century attire.
  • The year "1950-1951" is printed at the bottom of the right page.

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This is an image showing an open booklet or brochure. The front cover of the brochure reads "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum" and has the subheading "1950—1951". There is a sepia-tone photograph on the cover that displays a group of people standing outside an elegant building with a classical façade, presumably the entrance to the Fogg Art Museum. The people appear to be dressed in styles that would be appropriate for the 1950s. The photo gives an impression of an event or gathering.

Additionally, there is an insert on the left side with text indicating that it is related to the Fogg Art Museum, located at Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The text includes information about the museum's visiting committee, listing names and some annotations in handwriting, which appear to be related to donations or contributions (as suggested by the numerical figures following some of the names). The booklet is resting on a larger book or surface with a tan color.

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The image shows a two-page document from The Fogg Art Museum, located at Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document appears to be an annual report or membership directory for the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum covering the years 1950–1951.

Left Page:

  • Header: "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" is prominently displayed at the top, along with the museum's address and contact information, including the telephone number and extension.
  • Directors: The document lists the museum's directors:
    • Director Emeritus: Edward W. Forbes
    • Director: John Coolidge
  • Visiting Committee: A list of members of the Visiting Committee is provided, with names such as Edward W. Forbes (Chairman), W. G. Russell Allen, Walter C. Baker, and others. Some names are annotated with handwritten notes, such as "V205," "mrs 110," and "dead," indicating additional information or status updates.
  • Image: In the bottom left corner, there is a small black-and-white photograph of a bronze equestrian statue, likely depicting a horse and rider, which may be an artwork housed in the museum.

Right Page:

  • Title: The page is titled "Friends of the Fogg Art Museum", indicating it pertains to the museum's supporting organization.
  • Photograph: The central feature is a black-and-white photograph of the Fogg Art Museum building. The building is a classic structure with symmetrical windows and a central entrance. A group of people is gathered in front of the building, suggesting a public event, exhibition, or gathering. Some individuals are standing on the steps, while others are on the lawn, dressed in formal or semi-formal attire typical of the early 1950s.
  • Date: At the bottom right, the years 1950–1951 are printed, indicating the time period covered by this document.

Overall Context:

The document serves as an official record or membership directory for the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum, providing details about the museum’s leadership, visiting committee, and a visual representation of the museum and its activities during the specified year. The inclusion of the equestrian statue photograph and the group of people in front of the museum building adds a historical and visual context to the museum's operations and public engagement during that era.

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The image appears to be a printed document featuring information about the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The document is open to a page with a black and white photograph on the right side. The photograph shows a group of people standing on the steps of a building, which appears to be the Fogg Art Museum. The building has a classic architectural style with a large entrance and windows.

On the left side of the document, there is a list of names and titles, likely the Visiting Committee of the Fogg Art Museum. The names and titles are written in a bold, legible font. The names include:

  • Edward W. Forbes, Chairman
  • W. G. Russell Allen
  • Walter C. Baker
  • Robert Woods Bliss
  • Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss
  • Henry S. Brown
  • John Nicholson Brown
  • Arthur Stone Dewing
  • Charles E. Dunlap
  • G. H. Edgell
  • David E. Finley
  • Mrs. Frederick R. Grace
  • Francis L. Higginson
  • Archer M. Huntington
  • Mrs. Arthur Lehman
  • Robert Lehman
  • Henry P. McIhenny
  • John S. Newberry
  • Joseph P. Newberry, Jr.
  • Joseph Pulitzer
  • Roland Redfern
  • Roland Redfern, Jr.
  • Charles H. Sawyer
  • E. Baldwin Smith
  • Frank C. Smith
  • John Straus, Jr. (deceased)
  • Francis Henry Taylor
  • Harrison T. Wedgwood
  • Nathaniel T. Winthrop

At the top of the document, there is a heading that reads "The Fogg Art Museum" followed by the museum's address, telephone number, and extension. The text is written in a smaller font size compared to the names and titles.

The overall design of the document is simple and straightforward, with a clean layout that emphasizes the names and titles of the Visiting Committee members. The black and white photograph adds a visual element to the document, providing a glimpse of the Fogg Art Museum and its visitors.

In summary, the image depicts a printed document featuring information about the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, including a photograph of the museum and a list of the Visiting Committee members.