Archives Scrapbooks

This image displays an open scrapbook or archive binder, showcasing a curated collection of printed materials and photographs related to art and museum activities.

The central focus is on two black-and-white photographs of ancient artifacts, mounted on a white page, which appears to be from a museum publication or catalog:

1. Left Photograph (Item 2: Kylix)

   • Object: A circular Greek drinking cup, known as a kylix.
   • Artistic Style: Red-figure pottery, with figures in red on a black background, surrounded by a Greek key (meander) border.
   • Depiction: Shows a standing warrior, likely a hoplite, in profile. He holds a long spear in his right hand and a large, round shield in his left. The shield's inner surface is decorated with a black scorpion.
   • Caption: Attributed to the Foundry Painter, Attic, circa 480 B.C. Dimensions are 3 1/2" x 9". It was a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1885, with the accession number 1917.449.

2. Right Photograph (Item 3: Meleager)

   • Object: A marble torso of a male figure, identified as "Meleager."
   • Style: The caption notes it is a Roman copy of a Greek statue from the 4th century B.C., in the style of Scopas.
   • Appearance: The figure is depicted from the waist up, with well-defined musculature. The arms are missing, and the head and lower legs are also absent.
   • Caption: The statue measures 36 1/4" x 22 1/4". It was acquired by bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G.T. Webster, with the accession number 1916.48.

Surrounding Materials:

• Top Left: A clipped newspaper or magazine article with the headline, "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker." It mentions John Coolidge, director of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park, and notes the meeting was held "last night in the Auditorium."
• Top Right: A pink slip of paper with typed text. It announces a lecture by Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London, scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m. It also states, "Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures," indicating this material is associated with the Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums).

Overall Context:

The collection suggests a historical record from the Fogg Museum (likely in the 1910s-1920s). The scrapbook contains items documenting recent acquisitions (the kylix and Meleager statue), institutional events (the annual meeting), and public programming (lectures). The materials are carefully preserved, reflecting an effort to archive the museum's activities and collection history.

This image shows a page from a museum catalog or exhibition guide. It contains two separate images of artworks, each with a description underneath.

1. On the left side, there is an image of a kylix (a type of ancient Greek drinking vessel). The kylix is attributed to the Foundry Painter, from Attica, around 480 B.C. The description specifies it is in the red-figure style and has a diameter of 3½" x 9". It is described as a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1883. The kylix features a depiction of a figure holding a staff and wearing a helmet, with a crab at the center of the design.

2. On the right side, there is a photograph of a marble statue labeled as "Meleager." It is described as a Roman copy of a Greek 4th-century B.C. statue in the style of Scopas. The statue is 36⅜" x 22⅜" and was a bequest to the museum from Mrs. Kenneth G.T. Webster.

The catalog page itself appears to be part of an older document, as it is housed in a folder with a label that mentions "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker," and references to the Fogg Art Museum and the National Gallery, London, suggesting it is from a historical context.

This image is a scanned collection of papers and photographs, likely from a historical or cultural archive. The papers are clipped and arranged on a light brown background, suggesting they are part of a scrapbook or a compilation of notes.

On the left side, there is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker." The text mentions the annual meeting of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park, which was held last night in the Auditorium. The director of the museum, John Coolidge, is also mentioned.

In the center, there is a photograph of a Kylix, an ancient Greek pottery item, attributed to the Foundry Painter. The Kylix is from Attic, circa 480 B.C., and is in the red-figure style. It features a depiction of a person holding a shield with a crab on it. The Kylix is a gift from Edward P. Warren, class of 1883.

On the right side, there is a photograph of a statue identified as Meleager. The statue is in the style of Scopas and is a Roman copy of a Greek 4th-century B.C. statue. It is made of marble and measures 36 3/4" x 22 3/4". The statue is part of a bequest from Mrs. Kenneth G. T. Webster.

There is also a pink slip of paper at the top right corner with some text about the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, mentioning Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London, and a date of April 22, at 4 p.m. The text also mentions that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.

A scrapbook is open to a page with two images of statues. On the left is a statue of a warrior holding a shield and a spear. On the right is a statue of a man with a muscular body. The image on the right has a label that reads "3 Meleagro" and a description below it. There is a piece of paper on top of the scrapbook that reads "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker."

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.

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.

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.

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.

• A two-image page from a catalog or scrapbook mounted on a tan background, with a pink notice at the top.
• Left image: a round, black-and-white photograph of a kylix (ancient Greek drinking cup) with a warrior figure inside a circular frame. The outer rim has a Greek key pattern. Caption suggests it’s attributed to the Foundry Painter, Attic, ca. 480 B.C., red-figured pottery.
• Right image: a black-and-white photograph of a marble torso statue (Meleager), a Roman copy of a Greek 4th-century BCE statue by Scopas. The head is obscured by a gray square and the arms are missing. It stands on a pedestal. Caption identifies the style and notes it as a Roman copy of a Greek original.
• Overall, the page showcases two ancient artifacts with catalog-like captions beneath each image.

The image displays an open scrapbook or notebook with two black-and-white illustrations or photographs on adjacent pages. The pages are bordered by a beige-colored background, with additional clipped documents visible above the images.

• Left Page: Features a circular design that looks like a red-figure pottery depiction on a kylix (a type of ancient Greek drinking cup). The figure inside the circular border is a warrior, wearing armor, a helmet, and holding a spear and a large round shield. The shield has a painted image of a scorpion on it. This is attributed to the Foundry Painter, Attic style, dated to circa 480 B.C.

• Right Page: Shows a photograph of a classical marble sculpture, identified as "Meleager." It is a Roman copy of a 4th-century B.C. Greek statue in the style of Scopas. The statue is a partial torso missing its arms and lower body, with visible weathering and damage.

Text accompanies each image and provides details such as attribution, dimensions, and donors.