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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803902

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The image shows a page from a book or catalog, likely related to art or archaeology, featuring two black-and-white photographs of ancient artifacts along with their descriptions.

  1. The left image is labeled "2. Kylix." The description reads:

    • "Attributed to the Foundry Painter. Attic, ca. 480 B.C."
    • "Attic red-figured kylix. 13 1/2" x 9"
    • "Gift, Edward P. Warren, class of 1883."
      The image depicts a scene from a kylix (a type of ancient Greek drinking cup) featuring a figure holding a round shield with a scorpion design on it.
  2. The right image is labeled "3. Meleager." The description reads:

    • "Style of Scopas. Roman copy of a Greek 4th century B.C. statue."
    • "Marble. 46 1/2" x 23 1/2" x 12 1/2"
    • "Bequest, Mrs. Ronald G. T. Webster."
      The image shows a marble statue of a male figure, likely Meleager, a hero from Greek mythology. The statue is headless and armless, standing in a classical pose.

Additionally, there is a small portion of text visible at the top of the image, mentioning an "Annual Meeting" and a "Harvard Speaker," indicating that this document might be related to a museum or an academic institution, possibly Harvard University. There is also a note about a lecture by Mr. Helmut von Erffa at the National Gallery in London.

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The image is a page from what appears to be an informational pamphlet or brochure related to a museum. The page contains several sections:

  1. Top Section (Text Announcements):

    • Left Side: There is an announcement about the "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker." It mentions that the annual meeting of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park was held recently, featuring John Coolidge, director of something unspecified (likely a related institution or department at Harvard).
    • Right Side: There is a note about an event at the Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, specifically a Rabennas exhibition at the National Gallery in London on Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m. It also mentions that "Friends of the Fogg" will receive individual notices about openings and lectures.
  2. Middle Section (Images and Descriptions of Artifacts):

    • Left Image: This shows a kylix, an ancient Greek drinking cup. The description states:

      • Kylix
      • Attributed to the Foundry Painter, Attic, ca. 480 B.C.
      • Decorated in pottery red-figure style.
      • Dimensions: 3 1/8" x 9"
      • Gift of Edward P. Warren, class of 1893.
    • Right Image: This is a photograph of a marble sculpture.

      • Melager
      • Style of Scopas. Roman copy of a Greek 4th century B.C. statue.
      • Dimensions: 66 1/2" x 23"
      • Bequest of Mrs. Kenneth G.F. Webber.

The artifacts depicted are part of a museum collection, showcasing pieces from ancient Greek and Roman times. The descriptions provide details about the origin, style, dimensions, and how the museum acquired these items.

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This image appears to be a page from an old publication, likely a museum or academic catalog or journal from the mid-20th century. The page is divided into two main sections with accompanying images:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • There is a news clipping or announcement titled "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker." The article mentions that the annual meeting of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park was held last night in the Auditorium of the Harvard Club. The speaker was the director of the Fogg Museum, Mr. Helmut Rahmann.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • There is a smaller pink slip of paper with an announcement about an event at the National Gallery, London, on Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m. It mentions that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.
  3. Bottom Left Image:

    • The image is labeled "2. Kylix" and is attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C. It is described as pottery in the red-figure style, measuring 3 1/2 inches in diameter. The kylix is noted as a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1883.
  4. Bottom Right Image:

    • The image is labeled "3. Meleager" and is described as a style of Scopas, a Roman copy of a Greek 4th century B.C. statue. The statue is made of marble and measures 36 1/2 inches in height. It is noted as a bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G.T. Webster, with the accession number 1926.48.

The page is part of a larger book or catalog, as suggested by the visible binding on the left side and the presence of other pages in the background. The items featured are likely artifacts from a museum collection, providing detailed descriptions and historical context for each piece.

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The image depicts an open book with two pages visible. The book appears to be an old catalog or archive related to art or archaeology, specifically focusing on classical artifacts.

On the left page:

  • There is an image of an ancient Greek pottery fragment, specifically a kylix (a type of drinking cup).
  • The kylix is attributed to the Foundry Painter, dating from around 480 B.C., and is described as having a red-figure style.
  • The dimensions of the kylix are given as 3 3/8 inches by 9 inches.
  • The description notes that it was a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1883, and is marked with the catalog number 1927.189.

On the right page:

  • There is an image of a marble statue titled "Meleager," a Roman copy of a Greek 4th century B.C. statue.
  • The style is attributed to Scopas.
  • The statue's dimensions are given as 36 3/8 inches by 23 3/4 inches.
  • It is noted that the statue was a bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G. T. Webster and is marked with the catalog number 1926.48.

At the top of the image:

  • There are newspaper clippings or event announcements related to museum activities.
  • One announcement mentions an annual meeting of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park, with a Harvard speaker.
  • Another announcement refers to an event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the National Gallery, including a lecture by Helmut Rubemann on April 22 at 4 p.m. in London.
  • The announcement also indicates that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices regarding openings and lectures.

The book itself shows signs of age with some yellowing and wear, indicating it has been in use for a considerable time.

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The image shows the pages of an old museum catalog or exhibition brochure featuring two classical artifacts.

  1. Left Page:

    • The top section contains a newspaper clipping about an annual meeting of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park, which had an invited speaker from Harvard.
    • Below the newspaper clipping, there is a detailed photograph of an ancient Greek vase. The vase is attributed to the Foundry Painter and is from the Archaic period, around 480 B.C. The style is red-figure pottery. The dimensions of the vase are 3 ½ inches by 9 inches. It is noted as a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1883.
  2. Right Page:

    • The top section contains an announcement about an event at the Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard, with a mention of the Rehmann of the National Gallery in London and an event scheduled on April 22 at 4 p.m., where friends of the Fogg Museum will receive individual notices about openings and lectures.
    • Below the announcement, there is a photograph of a statue. The statue is described as a Roman copy of a Greek 4th-century B.C. statue of Scopas. The material is marble, with dimensions of 36 ½ inches by 23 ½ inches by 19 inches. It was bequeathed by Mrs. Kenneth G. T. Webster.

The overall focus of the page is on classical art and historical artifacts, likely showcasing their provenance and significance.

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The image displays an open book or catalog featuring two distinct art pieces on facing pages. On the left page, there is an ancient Greek vase with a depiction of a female figure, identified as "Kylix" attributed to the Foundry Painter from around 480 B.C. The description notes that it is a pottery piece with red-figure technique, measuring 3 3/8 inches in height and 9 inches in diameter. The right page features a marble statue of Meleager, a Roman copy of a Greek original from the 4th century B.C. The statue, which stands at 36 1/2 inches in height, is identified as a bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G. T. Webster. At the top of the pages, there is a small section with text about an annual meeting of a museum, mentioning a speaker from Harvard. Additionally, there is a pink slip of paper with information about an event at the Fogg Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, noting a lecture by Mr. Helmut Rahmann from the National Gallery, London, on April 22 at 4 p.m.

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This image appears to show a page from a publication or a catalog featuring photographs of two classical artworks. On the left is a black and white photograph of a Greek vase painting, while on the right, there's a photo of a sculpture.

The image on the left is labeled "2 Kylix," attributed to the Foundry Painter, from Attica, around 490-480 BC. It's described as red-figure style pottery and is noted to be a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1879.

The image on the right is labeled "3 Meleager," described as a Roman copy of a Greek 4th-century BC statue, marble, Scopas style, and was a bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G.T. Webster.

There are printed notes next to the photos that likely give context about the images and possibly about the publication or exhibit they are from. The surrounding text and materials indicate this may be part of an archival or historical document related to an art collection, exhibition, or museum records.

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The image shows an open book or catalog with two black and white photographs on the visible pages.

  • The left page features an image of an ancient Greek kylix (a type of drinking cup) decorated with a painted figure of a warrior holding a spear and a large shield with a scorpion design. The kylix is attributed to the Foundry Painter, Attic, circa 480 B.C. The text beneath the image indicates the dimensions and the donor's name, Edward P. Warren.

  • The right page shows a photograph of a marble statue torso of Meleager, a Roman copy of a Greek 4th century B.C. statue, attributed to the style of Scopas. The statue is missing its arms, part of the legs, and the head. The text provides the statue's dimensions and notes it was a bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G. T. Webster.

The pages are part of a larger scrapbook or album, with other pieces of paper, including what appears to be parts of newspaper clippings, visible around the open book. The background surface is a light brown, aged paper or cardboard.

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The image shows an open book with two pages displaying black-and-white photographs of ancient Greek artifacts. The left page features a photograph of a Greek vase with an intricate design, depicting a figure holding a shield and a spear. The right page displays a photograph of a Greek statue, possibly of a god or hero, with a serene expression. The book is titled "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker," and it appears to be a publication related to the annual meeting of the Harvard Museum. The book's pages are open, and there is a pink envelope placed on top of the pages.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog showcasing two historical artifacts. The left page features an illustration labeled "2 Klyx," which is described as a red-figure style pottery attributed to the Foundry Painter, dating to approximately 480 B.C. The illustration shows a stylized figure holding a shield with intricate geometric patterns and a decorative border. The right page displays a photograph labeled "3 Meleager," identified as a Roman copy of a Greek 4th-century B.C. statue. The statue is made of marble and is described as being in the "Style of Scopas," with dimensions of 36 x 22 inches. The caption also notes that the piece is a bequest from Mrs. Kenneb G. T. Webster.

The surrounding context includes additional text, such as a notice about an "Annual Meeting of the Museum" and details about an event at the National Gallery in London, dated April 22. The overall setting suggests that this is part of a museum catalog or exhibition guide, likely from the early 20th century, given the style of the text and illustrations. The artifacts are presented with detailed descriptions and attributions, indicating their historical and artistic significance.