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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803895

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This image shows the inside of an open, aged book or scrapbook with yellowed, textured pages. Two vintage paper items are pasted onto the right-hand page.

The top item is a light pink, typewritten announcement from the Fogg Art Museum, dated February – April 1953.

  • Museum Hours: It states the museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays, from 9 to 5.
  • Special Exhibitions: Lists several exhibitions with their dates:
    • Twentieth Century Japanese Woodblock Prints (until March 1)
    • Baroque Portraiture in Graphic Art (until March 15)
    • Early Italian Engravings (until March 29)
    • Time and Again: Classic and Baroque (March 15 – April 30; a Student Exhibition)
    • Color-Printmaking: Contemporary Processes with an Historical Analysis (March 20 – April 30; a Student Exhibition)
    • Objects Incorporated: A 17th Century Firearm (March 31 – April 26; a Student Exhibition)
  • Public Lectures:
    • Lyssipos, The Development of His Style by Professor Erik Sjöqvist of Princeton University (Monday, March 19, at 4 p.m.)
    • Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt by Mr. Helmut Ruhmann of the National Gallery, London (Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m.) – held under the joint auspices of the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • The notice concludes by stating that "Friends of the Fogg" will receive individual notices regarding openings and lectures.

Below this, a second, smaller, deep reddish-brown paper item is pasted. This appears to be the cover of a booklet or catalog. The title is designed with a mirrored, palindromic effect:

  • Top Line: "PICTURE I"
  • Second Line: "BOOK ON"
  • Third Line: "NO BOOK"
  • Bottom Line: "I PICTURE"

This is printed in a large, light-colored, sans-serif font. At the bottom, it reads: "Survey of the FOGG COLLECTIONS", with "FOGG COLLECTIONS" in bold white text inside a red rectangular box.

The overall image presents an archival glimpse into the programming and publications of the Fogg Art Museum in the early 1950s, preserved within a personal scrapbook or collection.

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The image shows a page from a vintage publication related to the Fogg Art Museum. The top half of the page contains information about the exhibitions and public lectures held at the museum from February to April 1952. The page has a background color of a light pinkish-red and includes details about specific exhibitions and the dates they were held. The text is organized in a clear, structured format, listing the titles and durations of various exhibitions, such as "Twentieth Century Japanese Woodblock Prints," "Baroque Portraiture in Graphic Art," and "Time and Again: Classic and Baroque." There are also listings for public lectures, including one by Professor Erik Sjöquist of Princeton University and another by Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London.

The bottom half of the page features the cover of a book titled "Picture Book on Picture Book: Survey of the Fogg Collections." The book cover is a maroon color with a bold, white text design. The book appears to be a catalog or surveying publication related to the museum's collection, likely providing an overview of the various artworks and exhibits available at the Fogg Art Museum during that time period.

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This image shows a folder or scrapbook page with two distinct items pasted onto a light brown background.

  1. Fogg Art Museum Announcement (Top Section):

    • The top section is a printed announcement from the Fogg Art Museum for the period February to April 1952.
    • It mentions that the museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5.
    • It lists several special exhibitions, including:
      • Twentieth Century Japanese Woodblock Prints (Until March 1)
      • Baroque Portraiture in Graphic Art (Until March 15)
      • Early Italian Engravings (Until March 29)
      • Time and Again: Classic and Baroque (March 15 through April 30)
      • Color-Printmaking: Contemporary Processes with an Historical Analysis (March 26 through April 30)
      • Aspects Incorporated: A 17th Century Firearm (March 31 through April 25)
    • It also lists public lectures:
      • Lysippus, The Development of His Style by Professor Erik Sjöquist of Princeton University on Monday, March 10, at 4 p.m.
      • Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt by Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London on Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m.
    • A note at the bottom mentions that Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.
  2. "Picture Book on Picture Book" Cover (Bottom Section):

    • The bottom section is a cover of a book titled "Picture Book on Picture Book."
    • The title is written in large, bold letters, with the text "Survey of the Fogg Collections" in a smaller font at the bottom.
    • The cover is a reddish-brown color with a white and gray abstract design on the left side.

The items are neatly arranged on the light brown background, suggesting a scrapbook or collection of memorabilia.

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The image shows a book that is open, revealing the contents. The book is old, and the pages are slightly yellowed. The pages are folded in half, and there is a piece of paper on top of the pages. The paper is pink, and it has some text on it. The text is about the Fogg Art Museum, which is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5. The text also mentions special exhibitions and public lectures.

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The image features a collection of pages from a museum brochure. The topmost page is a pink-colored paper with the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and the dates "February - April 1952" printed at the top. Below the title, there is a list of special exhibitions and public lectures, along with their respective dates. The exhibitions include "TWENTIETH CENTURY JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS," "BAROQUE PORTRAITURE IN GRAPHIC ART," "EARLY ITALIAN ENGRAVINGS," and others. The lectures include "Lysippus, The Development of His Style" and "Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt." The bottom page is a maroon-colored paper with the title "PICTURE BOOK ON BOOK PICTURE" and a survey of the Fogg Collections.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The top page is a promotional or informational sheet from the Fogg Art Museum, dated February – April 1952. It outlines details about the museum's operating hours, special exhibitions, and public lectures. Key points include:

Top Page: Fogg Art Museum Information

  • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
  • Date Range: February – April 1952
  • Operating Hours: Open daily except Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Special Exhibitions:
    • Twentieth Century Japanese Woodblock Prints (Gift of the late Charles R. Hoyt) – Until March 1.
    • Baroque Portraiture in Graphic Art (Jointly with the Dept. of Printing and Graphic Arts, Houghton Library) – Until March 15.
    • Early Italian Engravings – Until March 29.
    • Time and Again: Classic and Baroque (A Student Exhibition) – March 15 through April 30.
    • Color-Printing: A Contemporary Process with an Historical Analysis (A Student Exhibition) – March 28 through April 30.
    • Aspects Incorporated: A 17th Century Frieze (A Student Exhibition) – March 31 through April 20.
  • Public Lectures:
    • Leibniz: The Development of His Style – Professor Eric Sigfried of Princeton University, Wednesday, March 19, at 4 p.m.
    • Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt – Under the joint auspices of the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Mr. Helmut Ruhmer of the National Gallery, London – Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m.
  • Note: Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.

Bottom Page: Book Cover

  • Title: "PICTURE BOOK ON NO BOOK I RETURNED"
  • Subtitle: "Survey of the FOGG COLLECTIONS"
  • Design: The cover features a bold, capitalized title in white text on a maroon background. The subtitle is smaller and placed below the main title. The overall design is simple and formal, suggesting it is part of a catalog or exhibition guide.

Overall Context

The image appears to depict a page from a catalog or program related to the Fogg Art Museum, likely used for promotional or informational purposes during the specified period (February – April 1952). The bottom page indicates that this is part of a larger publication titled "Picture Book on No Book I Returned," which surveys the Fogg Collections. The open book format suggests it is part of an archive or historical document.

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The image presents a page from an old book or catalog, featuring a prominent pink rectangle with black text at the top, titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and dated "February - April 1952." Below this, a list of special exhibitions is provided, including:

  • "TWENTIETH CENTURY JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS"
  • "BAROQUE PORTRAITS IN GRAPHIC ART"
  • "EARLY ITALIAN ENGRAVINGS"
  • "TIME AND AGAIN: CLASSIC AND MODERN"
  • "COLOR-PRINTMAKING: CONTEMPORARY PROCESSES"
  • "EFFECTS INCORPORATED: A 17TH CENTURY PERSIAN"

A second pink rectangle is situated below the first, containing the text "PUBLIC LECTURES" and listing two upcoming events:

  • "Lectures, The Development of His Style - Professor Erik Sjogren of Princeton University"
  • "Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt - Under the joint auspices of the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum"

At the bottom of the page, a red rectangle with white text reads "PICTURE I BOOK ON NO I PICTURE I," accompanied by the text "Survey of the FOGG COLLECTIONS" in white on a red background.

The page appears to be from a catalog or book related to the Fogg Art Museum, likely published in the early 1950s. The content suggests that the museum was hosting various exhibitions and lectures during this period, showcasing a range of artistic styles and techniques.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or scrapbook, featuring a pink paper with black text and a red book cover. The pink paper is titled "Fogg Art Museum" and lists special exhibitions, including "Twentieth Century Japanese Woodblock Prints" and "Early Italian Engravings." Below this, it mentions public lectures, such as "Lyraigna, The Development of His Style" and "Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt."

At the bottom of the page, there is a red book cover with white text that reads "PICTURE BOOK ON NO BOOK I PICTURE I." The background of the page appears to be a light brown color, suggesting that it may be an aged or vintage document. Overall, the image seems to be a collection of art-related materials, possibly from a museum or gallery.

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The image depicts a worn, aged book or pamphlet with a distinctive red insert on its cover. The top section of the insert is salmon-colored and features the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold black text, accompanied by the dates "February - April 1952." Below this, a paragraph provides information about the museum's hours of operation.

The insert is divided into two main sections: "SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS" and "PUBLIC LECTURES." The "SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS" section lists five exhibitions, including "TWENTIETH CENTURY JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS," "BAROQUE PORTRAITURE IN GRAPHIC ART," "EARLY ITALIAN ENGRAVINGS," "TIME AND AGAIN: CLASSIC AND BAROQUE," and "COLOR-PRINTMAKING: CONTEMPORARY PROCESSES WITH AN HISTORICAL ANALYSIS." Each exhibition is accompanied by its corresponding dates.

The "PUBLIC LECTURES" section announces two upcoming lectures: "Lysippus: The Development of His Style" by Professor Erik Sjöqvist of Princeton University, and "Methods of Old Masters: Rubens and Rembrandt" by Mr. Robert Melville of the National Gallery, London.

At the bottom of the insert, a red rectangle bears the title "PICTURE BOOK ON NO PICTURE I" in large white text, with the words "PICTURE I" and "PICTURE I" mirrored on either side. A small white rectangle below contains the text "FOGG COLLECTIONS" in red, accompanied by the subtitle "Survey of the FOGG COLLECTIONS" in smaller white text.

The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a subtle contrast to the aged, yellowed pages of the book or pamphlet. Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and artistic offerings of the Fogg Art Museum during the early 1950s.

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The image presents a vintage booklet or pamphlet, likely from the Fogg Art Museum, featuring a collection of exhibitions and events. The cover is open to reveal two pages: one with a pink insert and another with a red cover.

Pink Insert Page:

  • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in black text at the top
  • Date: "February - April 1952" in smaller black text below the title
  • Museum Information: A paragraph describing the museum's hours and accessibility
  • Special Exhibitions: A list of six exhibitions, including:
    • Twentieth Century Japanese Woodblock Prints
    • Baroque Portraiture in Graphic Art
    • Early Italian Engravings
    • Time and Again: Classic and Baroque
    • Color-Printmaking: Contemporary Processes with an Historical Analysis
    • Aspects Incorporated: 17th Century Firearms
  • Public Lectures: A list of two lectures, including:
    • Lysippus, The Development of His Style - Professor Erik Sjöqvist of Princeton University
    • Methods of Old Masters: Palimpsest and Monochrome - Under the joint auspices of the Fogg Art Museum and the National Gallery, London

Red Cover Page:

  • Title: "PICTURE BOOK ON NO BOOK I PICTURE" in large white text, rotated 180 degrees
  • Subtitle: "Survey of the FOGG COLLECTIONS" in small white text at the bottom

The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo for an online marketplace or archive. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the exhibitions and events offered by the Fogg Art Museum during the winter and spring of 1952.