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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803884

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The image is a page from a museum bulletin or announcements from the Fogg Art Museum, dated October to December 1951. The page is organized into sections: "SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS," "PUBLIC LECTURES," and "COURTLY MUSIC OF THE RENAISSANCE."

Special Exhibitions:

  1. Recent Additions to the Print Collection - Until Nov. 17
  2. Masterpieces of Chinese Bird and Flower Painting - Until Dec. 14
  3. Outstanding Paintings from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts - Into December
  4. Edouard Manet - Etchings and Lithographs - Oct. 15 - Dec. 1
  5. Fifth Century Greece, A Didactic Exhibition - Nov. 15 through Dec.
  6. Cranach and Clouet - Princely portraits of the Renaissance (For the benefit of the Rheims Museum) - Nov. 23 - Dec. 31
  7. The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder - Nov. 23 - Dec. 31
  8. Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith - Indefinite Loan

Public Lectures:

  1. On Friday, November 9, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Benjamin Rowland will speak on BIRD AND FLOWER PAINTING IN CHINA AND THE WEST.
  2. On Thursday, December 6, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Jakob Rosenberg will speak on CRANACH THE ELDER AND HIS ROLE IN GERMAN ART.

Courtly Music of the Renaissance:

A Concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Rheims Museum - Sunday, December 9, at 8:30 p.m.

The page also includes a note at the top indicating the museum's opening hours and the invitation for the public to visit the galleries, use the study collections, and access the library. Additionally, it mentions that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning the openings, lectures, and concerts.

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This image shows a document from the Fogg Art Museum, dated October - December 1951. The document is printed on white paper and is centered on a larger beige folder or page. It includes the following sections:

  1. Fogg Art Museum: At the top, it states the museum's name and the time period (October - December 1951). It also mentions that the Fogg Museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5, and it welcomes the public to visit its galleries and study collections and library.

  2. Special Exhibitions: This section lists various exhibitions:

    • Recent additions to the print collection (Until Nov. 17)
    • Masterpieces of Chinese Bird and Flower Painting (Until Dec. 14)
    • Outstanding paintings from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts (Into December)
    • Edouard Manet - Etchings and Lithographs (Oct. 15 - Dec. 1)
    • Fifth Century Greece, A Didactic Exhibition (Nov. 15 through Dec.)
    • Cranach and Clouet - Princely portraits of the Renaissance (For the benefit of the Rheims Museum) (Nov. 23 - Dec. 31)
    • The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder (Nov. 23 - Dec. 31)
    • Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith (Indefinite Loan)

  3. Public Lectures: This section lists two lectures:

    • On Friday, November 9, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Benjamin Rowland will speak on Bird and Flower Painting in China and the West.
    • On Thursday, December 6, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Jakob Rosenberg will speak on Cranach the Elder and his role in German Art.

  4. Courtly Music of the Renaissance: This section announces a concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Rheims Museum on Sunday, December 9, at 8:30 p.m.

  5. At the bottom, it mentions that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning the openings, lectures, and concert.

The document is typed in a clear, formal font and is neatly organized with headings and dates for each event.

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The image shows a page of a leaflet. The leaflet is folded in half, and the page is on the left side of the fold. The leaflet is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and has a header that reads "October - December 1951." The leaflet has several sections, including "SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS," "PUBLIC LECTURES," and "COURTLY MUSIC OF THE RENAISSANCE." The leaflet provides information about the exhibitions, lectures, and concerts that will be held at the museum during the specified period.

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The image is a scanned page from a museum brochure. The page is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and dates from October to December 1954. The brochure includes a list of special exhibitions, public lectures, and a concert scheduled during this period.

The "SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS" section lists several exhibitions:

  1. "Recent Additions to the Print Collection" until November 19.
  2. "Masterpieces of Chinese Bird and Flower Painting" until December 14.
  3. "Outstanding Paintings from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts" into December.
  4. "Edouard Manet - Etchings and Lithographs" from October 15 to December 1.
  5. "Fifth Century Greece, A Diachronic Exhibition" from November 15 through December.
  6. "Cranach and Clouet - Priceless portraits of the Renaissance" from November 23 to December 31.
  7. "The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder" from November 23 to December 31.
  8. "Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith" indefinite loan.

The "PUBLIC LECTURES" section mentions:

  1. A lecture by Dr. Benjamin Rowland on "Bird and Flower Painting in China and the West" on Friday, November 9, at 4 o'clock.
  2. A lecture by Dr. Jakob Rosenberg on "Cranach the Elder and His Role in German Art" on Thursday, December 6, at 4 o'clock.

Lastly, the "COURTLY MUSIC OF THE RENAISSANCE" section announces a concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Rheins Museum on Sunday, December 9, at 8:00 p.m.

The brochure also notes that the Fogg Museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5, and that the public is welcome to visit its galleries and study collections and library.

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The image shows a page from a program or brochure for the Fogg Art Museum, dated October–December 1951. The page is printed on aged, slightly worn paper, giving it a vintage appearance. It is open to a section detailing the museum's offerings for the specified period.

Key Elements of the Image:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the text "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold, uppercase letters.
    • Below the header, it specifies the time frame: "October – December 1951."

  2. General Information:

    • The museum's operating hours are noted: "The Fogg Museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5."
    • A welcoming message states: "The public is cordially welcome to visit its galleries and to make use of its study collections and library."

  3. Special Exhibitions:

    • A section titled "SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS" lists various exhibitions along with their dates:
      • "RECENT ADDITIONS TO THE PRINT COLLECTION" (until Nov. 17)
      • "MASTERPIECES OF CHINESE BIRD AND FLOWER PAINTING" (until Dec. 14)
      • "OUTSTANDING PAINTINGS FROM THE BOSTON MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS" (into December)
      • "ÉDOUARD MANET – ETCHINGS AND LITHOGRAPHS" (Oct. 15 – Dec. 1)
      • "FIFTH CENTURY GREECE, A DIDACTIC EXHIBITION" (Nov. 15 through Dec.)
      • "CRANACH and CLOET – Princely portraits of the Renaissance (For the benefit of the Rheims Museum)" (Nov. 23 – Dec. 31)
      • "THE GRAPHIC ART OF LUCAS CRANACH THE ELDER" (Nov. 23 – Dec. 31)
      • "ANCIENT GLASS, lent by Ray Winfield Smith" (indefinite loan)

  4. Public Lectures:

    • A section titled "PUBLIC LECTURES" announces upcoming talks:
      • On Friday, November 9, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Benjamin Rowland will speak on "BIRD AND FLOWER PAINTING IN CHINA AND THE WEST."
      • On Thursday, December 6, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Jakob Rosenberg will speak on "CRANACH THE ELDER AND HIS ROLE IN GERMAN ART."

  5. Courtly Music of the Renaissance:

    • A concert is advertised under the heading "COURTLY MUSIC OF THE RENAISSANCE":
      • "A CONCERT IN THE FOGG COURT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE RHEIMS MUSEUM"
      • Scheduled for Sunday, December 9, at 8:30 p.m.

  6. Footer:

    • A note at the bottom states: "Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning the openings, lectures, and Concert."

Visual Details:

  • The page is part of a bound document, as indicated by the visible spine and the way the page is open.
  • The paper has a slightly yellowed or aged appearance, consistent with its 1951 date.
  • The text is typed or printed in a clean, formal font, typical of mid-20th-century printed materials.

Summary:

The image depicts a program page from the Fogg Art Museum for October–December 1951, detailing special exhibitions, public lectures, and a concert. The content highlights a variety of art-related events, including exhibitions of prints, Chinese bird and flower paintings, European masterpieces, and lectures on notable artists like Cranach. The page also mentions a concert benefiting the Rheims Museum. The overall design and tone reflect the formal and educational nature of museum programming during that era.

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The image presents a page from an old book or document, featuring a typed announcement for the Fogg Art Museum. The page is yellowed with age and has a rough, worn texture.

Key Features:

  • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold, black text at the top of the page
  • Date: "October - December 1951" written below the title
  • Content: A list of special exhibitions and public lectures, including:
    • Recent additions to the print collection
    • Masterpieces of Chinese bird and flower painting
    • Outstanding paintings from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts
    • Edward Manet - Storings and Lithographs
    • Fifth Century Greece, A Didactic Exhibition
    • Cranach and Clouet - Priacely portraits of the Renaissance
    • The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder
    • Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith
    • Public Lectures:
      • On Friday, November 9, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Benjamin Rowland will speak on Bird and Flower Painting in China and the West
      • On Thursday, December 6, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Jakob Rosenberg will speak on Cranach the Elder and his Role in German Art
    • Courtly Music of the Renaissance: A concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Rheims Museum, Sunday, December 9, at 4:30 p.m.

Background:

  • The page is set against a light gray background, which provides a subtle contrast to the yellowed paper.

Overall:

  • The image appears to be a scanned or photographed page from an old book or document, likely from the mid-20th century.
  • The content suggests that the Fogg Art Museum was hosting various exhibitions and events during the specified period.
  • The page's condition and the font style used imply that it may have been printed on a typewriter or a early computer printer.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or scrapbook, featuring a typed document on beige paper. The document is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and includes the dates "October - December 1951." It lists various events and exhibitions taking place at the museum during that period.

Document Details:

  • Title: FOGG ART MUSEUM
  • Dates: October - December 1951
  • Content: Lists of events and exhibitions

Page Characteristics:

  • Color: Beige
  • Material: Paper
  • Age: Old
  • Binding: Part of a book or scrapbook

Overall Impression:

The image presents a historical document showcasing the activities and events of the Fogg Art Museum in 1951. The use of an old book or scrapbook as the background adds to the nostalgic and archival feel of the image.

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The image displays a vintage document from the Fogg Art Museum, dated October to December 1951. The document is a typed notice on aged paper, featuring a list of special exhibitions, public lectures, and a concert.

Document Details:

  • Title: FOGG ART MUSEUM
  • Date: October - December 1951
  • Content:
    • Special Exhibitions:
      • Recent Additions to the Print Collection
      • Masterpieces of Chinese Bird and Flower Painting
      • Outstanding Paintings from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts
      • Édouard Manet - Etchings and Lithographs
      • Fifth Century Greece, A Didactic Exhibition
      • Cranach and Clouet - Priceless portraits of the Renaissance (For the benefit of the Rheims Museum)
      • The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder
      • Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith
    • Public Lectures:
      • Dr. Benjamin Rowland on "Bird and Flower Painting in China and the West"
      • Dr. Jakob Rosenberg on "Cranach the Elder and his Role in German Art"
    • Courtly Music of the Renaissance:
      • A Concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Rheims Museum

Visual Description:

The document is placed on a worn, brown folder or book, which appears to be old and damaged. The paper is yellowed and has visible signs of aging, with staples at the top holding it in place. The text is typed in black ink, with headings and titles underlined for emphasis. The overall appearance suggests that the document is a historical artifact from the Fogg Art Museum's archives.

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The image presents a vintage document, likely a newsletter or bulletin, from the Fogg Art Museum. The document is printed on yellowed paper and features a list of special exhibitions, public lectures, and an event.

  • Header
    • The header includes the name of the museum, "FOGG ART MUSEUM," and the dates "October - December 1951."
    • A brief description of the museum's hours and offerings is provided.
  • Special Exhibitions
    • Recent Additions to the Print Collection (until Nov. 17)
    • Masterpieces of Chinese Bird and Flower Painting (until Dec. 14)
    • Outstanding Paintings from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts (into December)
    • Edouard Manet - Etchings and Lithographs (Oct. 15 - Dec. 1)
    • Cranach and Cloubert - Pricelessly portraits of the Renaissance (For the benefit of the Rheims Museum) (Nov. 15 through Dec. 21)
    • The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder (Nov. 23 - Dec. 31)
    • Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith (Indefinite loan)
  • Public Lectures
    • On Friday, November 9, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Benjamina Rowland will speak on "BIRD AND FLOWER PAINTING IN CHINA AND THE WEST."
    • On Thursday, December 6, at 4 o'clock, Dr. Jakob Rosenberg will speak on "CRANACH THE ELDER AND HIS ROLE IN GERMAN ART."
  • Courtly Music of the Renaissance
    • A concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Rheims Museum
    • Sunday, December 9, at 8:30 p.m.

In summary, the document provides information about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions, lectures, and events during the period of October to December 1951. The museum features various special exhibitions, including works by Edouard Manet, Lucas Cranach, and ancient glass. Additionally, there are public lectures on topics such as Chinese bird and flower painting and the role of Cranach the Elder in German art. A concert of courtly music from the Renaissance is also scheduled to take place in December.

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The image shows a page from a 1964 schedule for the Fogg Art Museum, detailing its operating hours, special exhibitions, public lectures, and a concert for the period from October to December. Here is a detailed summary:

Fogg Art Museum Schedule (October - December 1964)

Operating Hours:

  • The museum is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, except on Sundays and holidays.
  • The public is invited to visit the galleries and use the study collections and library.

Special Exhibitions:

  1. Recent Additions to the Print Collection

    • Dates: Until October 17

  2. Masterpieces of Chinese Bird and Flower Painting

    • Dates: Until December 16

  3. Outstanding Paintings from the Norton Museum of Fine Arts

    • Dates: Into December

  4. Edward Middleditch: Etchings and Lithographs

    • Dates: October 15 - December 1

  5. Fifth Century Greece: A Didactic Exhibition

    • Dates: October 15 through December

  6. Crane and Cloister - Princely Portraits of the Renaissance (For the benefit of the Isabella Museum)

    • Dates: November 23 - December 31

  7. The Graphic Art of Lucas Cranach the Elder

    • Dates: November 23 - December 31

  8. Ancient Glass, lent by Ray Winfield Smith

    • Dates: Indefinite loan

Public Lectures:

  1. Dr. Benjamin Rowland on Bird and Flower Painting in China and the West

    • Date: Friday, November 9, at 4 PM

  2. Dr. Jakob Rosenberg on Cranach the Elder and His Role in German Art

    • Date: Thursday, December 6, at 4 PM

Courtly Music of the Renaissance:

  • A concert in the Fogg Court for the benefit of the Isabella Museum.
  • Date: Sunday, December 9, at 8:30 PM

Notifications:

  • Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning the openings, lectures, and concert.

The document is neatly organized, listing all the events and exhibitions in a clear and structured manner.