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This image displays a vintage scrapbook or museum catalog page featuring two black-and-white photographs of historical artifacts, each with detailed captions beneath.

On the left side is an Inkstand (Item 18):

• Artist/Maker: Paul Lamerie (1688–1751), English.
• Date: 1731.
• Material: Silver.
• Dimensions: 13 inches long.
• Provenance: Gift of Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, class of 1914.

The inkstand is ornate, featuring multiple cylindrical compartments, decorative scrollwork, and a central handle — typical of elaborate 18th-century English silverware.

On the right side is a Copy of the Portland Vase (Item 19):

• Artist/Maker: Josiah Wedgwood (1730–1795), English.
• Date: circa 1795.
• Material: Ceramic.
• Dimensions: 10 inches high.
• Provenance: Bequest of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.

This is a jasperware copy of the famous ancient Roman cameo glass vase. It features a classical scene in low-relief white against a black ground — depicting mythological figures and a tree, with one figure reclining on a bench. The vase has two large, graceful handles and a classic amphora shape.

Above the page, partially visible, are two clipped newspaper or bulletin items:

• One mentions the “Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker,” referencing John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum.
• The other, on pink paper, appears to be an invitation or announcement from the “Friends of the Fogg” regarding lectures or openings, possibly linked to Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London, with a date of April 22.

The overall composition suggests this is from a museum’s archival collection or exhibition catalog, likely from Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum, documenting key objects and institutional events from the early to mid-20th century. The aged paper and scrapbook style evoke a scholarly, historical atmosphere.

The image shows a page from a catalog or exhibition guide featuring two photographs of historical artifacts. On the left, there is a black-and-white photograph of an inkstand, labeled as "Inkstand" by Paul Lamerie, from England, dated 1731. The inkstand is made of silver and is 13 inches long, and it is described as a gift from Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, class of 1914. On the right, there is a photograph of a ceramic vase titled "Copy of the Portland Vase." This vase is attributed to Josiah Wedgwood, an English potter known for his significant contributions to the history of ceramics. The Portland Vase is described as being ceramic and 10 inches high, and it is mentioned as a bequest from Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886. The page is part of a larger document or book, as indicated by the additional text and images visible in the upper portion of the image.

This image shows an open book or catalog that displays two different artifacts, each accompanied by a descriptive caption.

1. Left Page:

   • Artifact: An inkstand.
   • Description: It is made of silver and is 13 inches long. The inkstand is attributed to Paul Lamerie, an English silversmith active between 1688 and 1751, and it dates from around 1731. The artifact was gifted by Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, a member of the class of 1914.

2. Right Page:

   • Artifact: A copy of the Portland Vase.
   • Description: This is a ceramic piece created by Josiah Wedgwood, an English potter who lived from 1730 to 1795. The vase is approximately 10 inches high and was made around 1795. It was donated as a bequest from Grenville Lindall Winthrop, a member of the class of 1886.

The book appears to be part of a collection or scrapbook, as there are additional pieces of paper attached to the pages, including a news clipping about an annual meeting at the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park, and a note about friends of the Fogg Museum receiving notices about openings and lectures. The background is a light gray color.

The image shows a scrapbook opened to a page with two photographs. The scrapbook has a brown cover and contains pages with text and images. The two photographs are in black and white. The first photograph shows an object that appears to be a silver candlestick holder. The second photograph shows a vase with a design of a woman sitting on a bench. The scrapbook also has a pink page with text.

The image shows a book open to a page with two black-and-white photographs. On the left side of the page is a photograph of an ornate silver inkstand with a detailed design, possibly from the 18th century. The inkstand has a cylindrical body with a lid and a handle on top. It is intricately decorated with floral patterns and other motifs. On the right side of the page is a photograph of a black-and-white vase with a white design on it. The vase has two handles on either side and a lid on top. The design on the vase appears to depict a scene with people and trees. The background of the page is a beige color.

The image depicts an open book or catalog showcasing two distinct historical artifacts, each illustrated in black-and-white photographs. The book appears to be from an art or museum collection, as indicated by the structured layout and descriptive text accompanying the images.

Left Page:

• Artifact: An inkstand.
• Description: The inkstand is a silver object with intricate mechanical details, including gears and a spout. It is labeled as "18 Inkstand" and attributed to Paul Lamerie, dated 1688–1775, and created in England around 1731. The text notes that it is silver, measuring 1⅜ inches long, and was a gift from Archibald Alexander Hutchinson in the class of 1914.

Right Page:

• Artifact: A copy of the Portland Vase.
• Description: The vase is a ceramic artifact with a black background and white decorative painting. The design features classical motifs, including draped figures and a central scene with a tree. The vase is attributed to Josiah Wedgwood, dated 1730–1795, and created in England around 1795. It is noted as a bequest from Grenville Lindall Winthrop in the class of 1886.

Additional Context:

• The book includes visible text from surrounding pages, indicating it is part of a larger catalog or publication. The text mentions events such as an "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker" and references to the National Gallery in London, suggesting the book is related to a museum or academic institution.
• The overall presentation is formal and archival, likely intended for scholarly or museum reference purposes.

This image captures a moment of historical and artistic documentation, highlighting significant artifacts from the 18th and early 19th centuries.

The image is of an open book or a catalog showing two pages with black and white photographs of historical artifacts.

On the left page, there's a photograph of an ornate inkstand that appears to be made of silver. The caption underneath the image states "Inkstand" followed by the details: Paul Lamerie, 1688-1751. English, 1731. Silver. 13" long. Then there's an attribution for the gift: Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, class of 1914.

On the right page, there is a photograph of a ceramic vase with a black background and a white foreground featuring classic figurative scenes. The caption states "Copy of the Portland Vase" followed by the details: Josiah Wedgwood, 1730-1795. English, ca. 1795. Ceramic. 10" high. This item is also noted as a gift: Bequest, Greenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.

In the top left corner of the right page, adjacent to the spine of the book, there's a small, partially visible text that mentions an Annual Meeting and a speaker from Harvard.

In the upper right corner, there is a pink placeholder, probably marking a specific page, with some text on it that suggests events or operations of a museum, including individual notices and lectures.

The page to the right of the vase photograph is also visible, showing the edge of the book and the brown pages indicating the book is somewhat aged. The photograph suggests that the book is related to a collection of art or historical artifacts, potentially from a museum or gallery catalog.

This image contains a scrapbook or album-style page with two black-and-white printed photographs and accompanying text labels beneath each photograph.

1. Left Photo: It shows an elaborate, ornate silver inkstand. The label beneath it reads:

   • "Instand" by Paul Lamerie (1688–1751), English, 1731.
   • It is 13 inches long and made of silver.
   • A note mentions that it was a gift from Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, class of 1914.

2. Right Photo: It depicts a ceramic vase, identified as a copy of the Portland Vase. The vase features classical figures and decorative foliage reliefs.

   • The label beneath it states:
     • "Copy of the Portland Vase" by Josiah Wedgwood (1730–1795), English, circa 1795.
     • The vase stands 16 inches high and is made of ceramic.
     • A note mentions it was bequeathed by Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.

The background includes visible paper inserts like handwritten or printed notes and clippings, typical for a curated archival or museum context.

The image shows an open book with two black-and-white photographs of antique objects on the visible pages.

• The left page features an image of an inkstand, a silver writing accessory with multiple holders and intricate design. The caption reads:
  "18 Inkstand
  Paul Lamerie, 1688-1751. English, 1731.
  Silver. 13” long
  Gift, Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, class of 1914."

• The right page shows a photograph of a ceramic vase, specifically a copy of the Portland Vase, decorated with a classical scene of reclining and standing figures among tree branches. The caption reads:
  "19 Copy of the Portland Vase
  Josiah Wedgwood, 1730-1795. English, ca. 1795.
  Ceramic. 10” high
  Bequest, Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886."

The book is laid on a table or surface with other papers and documents partially visible around it.

The image shows a spread from a scrapbook or museum catalog. Two black-and-white photos are mounted on white pages:

• Left photo: an ornate silver inkstand with multiple spouts and a decorative base. The caption reads “Inkstand” and credits Paul Lamerie (English, 1688–1751) with details about size and gift.
• Right photo: a dark ceramic vase (a copy of the Portland Vase) with two handles and a classical relief scene around the body, including a reclining figure and trees. The caption names Josiah Wedgwood (English, 1730–1795) and notes it as a copy, with dates around 1795 and bequest information.

The surrounding background includes brown cardboard pages and a pink note card above the photos.