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This is a page from what appears to be a museum catalog or art book, showing two classical artworks side by side:

Left Artwork (Item 20)

"You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married"

• Artist: Francisco Goya (1746-1828), Spanish, ca. 1805
• Medium: Brush and wash drawing in india ink
• Dimensions: 10½" × 7⅜"
• The drawing depicts a single figure in period clothing, leaning on a cane, rendered in a sketchy, expressive style
• Gift: Meta and Paul J. Sachs

Right Artwork (Item 21)

"The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked"

• Artist: William Blake (1757-1827), English, ca. 1807
• Medium: Water color
• Dimensions: 16⅜" × 12½"
• The composition shows winged angelic figures in a dramatic, ethereal scene with flowing drapery
• Bequest: Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886
• Catalog number: 1943.497

At the top of the page is a headline about an "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker" discussing John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. There's also a pink/salmon colored text block containing information about museum notices.

The image shows an open book with two black-and-white illustrations on the right page. The left page is blank or out of the frame.

The illustration on the left (number 20) depicts a man standing and looking upward with a slightly puzzled or thoughtful expression. He is dressed in traditional clothing with a wide-brimmed hat and holding a cane. The caption reads:
"You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married"
Francisco Goya, 1746-1828, Spanish, ca. 1805.
Brush and wash drawing in india ink.
Dimensions: 10 1/2" x 7 1/8"
Gift, Meta and Paul J. Sachs

The illustration on the right (number 21) is titled "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked" by William Blake, 1757-1827, English, ca. 1807. It is a watercolor measuring 16 3/4" x 12 1/2". The artwork shows a dramatic scene with several angelic figures—four angels holding up a cloth or shroud, and two more figures above: one with dark wings and a muscular build, possibly the devil, and a lighter-winged figure apparently rebuking or confronting him. It has a bequest credit to Grenville Lindsell Winthrop, class of 1886.

The book appears to be part of a catalog or exhibition guide featuring historic artworks. The surrounding pages have newspaper clippings and typed text related to museum events.

This image shows an open page from a book or catalog, likely an exhibition catalog from a museum like the Fogg Art Museum. The pages are filled with text, clippings, and two distinct artistic illustrations.

The Left Page

• Top Left: A newspaper clipping titled "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker," which discusses an event at the deCordova and Dana Museum.
• Main Illustration (Labeled "20"): A print titled "You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married" by Francisco Goya (1746–1828). It depicts a man leaning on a cane, looking upward with a somewhat bewildered or distressed expression, dressed in period clothing.
• Details: The caption notes it is a "Brush and wash drawing in india ink," dated ca. 1805, and was a gift from Meta and Paul J. Sachs.

The Right Page

• Top: A pink paper insert with printed information about lectures and notices for the "Friends of the Fogg."
• Main Illustration (Labeled "21"): A print titled "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked" by William Blake (1757–1827). It is a detailed, flowing illustration showing figures—including an angel and a horned, demonic figure—interacting in a celestial or dramatic scene.
• Details: The caption identifies it as a watercolor dated ca. 1807, which was a bequest from Grenville Lindall Winthrop (class of 1886).

The overall layout is reminiscent of a curated archival collection or a professional catalog documenting specific pieces of art held within a museum's collection.

This image shows an open page from what appears to be an exhibition catalog or museum scrapbook, with two black-and-white reproductions of artworks displayed side-by-side.

Left Page (Figure 20):

• Title: “You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married”
• Artist: Francisco Goya (1746–1828), Spanish
• Date: ca. 1805
• Medium: Brush and wash drawing in India ink
• Dimensions: 10¾" x 7⅜"
• Description: The artwork depicts a single, elderly man with a long beard and a hat, standing with a cane. He wears loose, flowing garments and has a somewhat wry or resigned expression. The style is sketchy and expressive, typical of Goya’s drawings. Below the image, it notes that the piece was a gift from Meta and Paul J. Sachs.

Right Page (Figure 21):

• Title: The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked
• Artist: William Blake (1757–1827), English
• Date: ca. 1807
• Medium: Watercolor
• Dimensions: 16¾" x 12¼"
• Description: This is a dramatic, mythological or biblical scene rendered in Blake’s visionary style. It features multiple figures: a large, muscular, winged figure (likely representing the Devil) is being rebuked or cast down by a smaller, ethereal angelic figure. Below them, in a draped sarcophagus or bier, lies the body of Moses, surrounded by two other sorrowful, winged figures. The composition is dynamic and full of swirling energy. Below the image, it notes the piece was given by bequest from Greville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.

Background Context:

• The open book is resting on or inside a larger, tan-colored archival folder or scrapbook.
• A partial newspaper clipping is visible on the left, mentioning “Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker” and “John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard,” confirming a Harvard/Fogg Art Museum context.
• A pink slip of paper is partially visible at the top right, mentioning “Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum” and “Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London,” suggesting these images are part of an exhibition or collection documentation related to Harvard’s art museums.

In summary, the image presents two distinct and significant artworks — one satirical and human by Goya, the other mythic and spiritual by Blake — displayed together in a museum or scholarly context, likely associated with Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum.

Description of Image

This image shows an open art catalog or exhibition book, likely from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, along with some related ephemera.

Contents visible:

Left side: A newspaper clipping with the headline "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker" discussing a meeting at the deCordova and Dana Museum, with John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, mentioned as a speaker.

Open book pages show two artworks:

1. Page 20 - "You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married" by Francisco Goya (1746-1828), Spanish, ca. 1805. A brush and wash drawing in india ink showing a bearded figure in period clothing. Gift of Meta and Paul J. Sachs.

2. Page 21 - "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked" by William Blake (1757-1827), English, ca. 1807. A watercolor depicting a dramatic scene with winged figures (angels and a devil) over what appears to be a burial scene. Bequest of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.

Top: A pink/salmon colored paper slip mentioning the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London, and a date of April 22 at 4 p.m., along with a note that "Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures."

The image shows an open book with two pages displayed. On the left page, there is an article titled "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker," which discusses an annual meeting held at the deCordova and Dana Museum, featuring John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.

Below this article, there is an illustration labeled "You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married" by Francisco Goya, created around 1805. The illustration is a brush and wash drawing in Indian ink, sized at 10 1/2 x 7 7/8 inches, and it is part of the Goya, Meta, and Paul J. Sachs collection.

On the right page, there is another illustration titled "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuke," by William Blake, created around 1807. This is a watercolor piece, sized at 16 1/2 x 12 3/4 inches, and it is part of the Bequest, Grenville L. Winthrop collection, from 1943. The illustration depicts an elaborate scene with an angel and other figures.

At the top of the right page, there is a note about an upcoming event at the Fogg Museum, the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and the Hauser Museum, with a specific mention of a lecture by Mr. Helmut at the National Gallery in London on April 22 at 4 p.m. The note also mentions that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.

This image shows an open book, likely a catalog or publication related to art and museums. Here are the details of the visible content:

1. Left Page:

   • Headline: "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker"
   • Article Text: The article mentions that the annual meeting of the deCordova and Dana Museum and Park was held last night in the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum, spoke at the event.

2. Left Illustration:

   • Title: "You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married"
   • Artist: Francisco Goya (1746-1828)
   • Medium and Date: Brush and wash drawing in India ink, circa 1805
   • Dimensions: 10 7/8" x 7 1/2"
   • Source: Gift of Meta and Paul J. Sachs

3. Right Illustration:

   • Title: "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Reubked"
   • Artist: William Blake (1757-1827)
   • Medium and Date: Watercolor, circa 1807
   • Dimensions: 16 1/8" x 12 1/2"
   • Source: Bequest, Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886

4. Right Page:

   • Notice: There is a small notice in red text indicating an event related to the Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. It mentions that Mr. Helmut Rubemanns will speak at the National Gallery in London on Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m.
   • Additional Text: Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.

The book appears to be a well-preserved, historical catalog or journal from a museum, featuring detailed descriptions and illustrations of significant artworks.

The image depicts an open book displaying two pages of illustrations, likely from an art catalog or exhibition guide. The book appears to be old, with aged pages and a slightly worn appearance.

Left Page:

• Illustration: A black-and-white drawing titled "You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married" by Francisco Goya (1746-1828), created in Spain around 1807. The illustration shows an elderly man with a cane, dressed in period clothing, standing in a contemplative pose. His expression and posture suggest a sense of weariness or resignation.
• Caption: Below the illustration, the caption provides details about the artwork, including the artist's name, date, location, medium (etching and wash drawing in ink), and dimensions (10 1/8" x 7 3/4"). It also notes that the piece was a gift from Meta and Paul J. Sachs.
• Page Number: The page is labeled as number 20.

Right Page:

• Illustration: Another black-and-white drawing titled "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked" by William Blake (1757-1827), created in England around 1807. The illustration depicts a dramatic scene with a central figure, possibly Moses, being supported by angels. A winged figure, likely representing the Devil, is shown rebuked or restrained by another angelic figure. The composition is dynamic, with flowing lines and a sense of movement.
• Caption: The caption identifies the artwork, its creator, date, location, medium (watercolor), and dimensions (16" x 13 1/2"). It also mentions that the piece was part of the collection of Buquet, Greenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.
• Page Number: The page is labeled as number 21.

Additional Context:

• Surrounding Pages: The visible edges of the book show other pages, including a notice about an "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker" and details about museum openings and lectures. These pages suggest the book may be part of a museum catalog or exhibition program.
• Condition: The book shows signs of age, with slightly yellowed pages and visible wear, indicating its historical value.

Overall Impression:

The image showcases two distinct artworks from different artists and periods, presented in a formal, catalog-like format. The detailed captions provide valuable information about the artists, dates, media, and provenance of the illustrations, emphasizing the book's role as an art reference or exhibition guide.

The image shows a page from a book or catalog related to art history and museum events. Here is a detailed summary:

1. Top Left Section:

   • There is a newspaper or magazine clipping mentioning an "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker." The meeting was held last night, and John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, was the speaker. The text is partially cut off.

2. Top Right Section:

   • Another clipping is visible, detailing an event at the "Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum." It mentions that Mr. Helmut Rubenstein will be giving a lecture at the National Gallery, London, on April 22nd at 4 p.m. Friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices about the openings and lectures.

3. Main Artworks Section:

   • The central portion of the page displays two artworks:

     • Left Image:

       • Labeled "You Make a Mistake if You Seek to Get Married"
       • This artwork is attributed to Francisco Goya, dated around 1805, and is described as a brush and wash drawing in India ink. The dimensions are 10.75" x 7.5".
       • The artwork is signed by Gifts, Meta, and Paul J. Sachs.

     • Right Image:

       • Labeled "The Burial of Moses, or The Devil Rebuked"
       • This artwork is by William Blake, dated around 1807, and is described as watercolor. The dimensions are 16" x 12.5".
       • The piece is noted as belonging to Bequest, Grensville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.

The page seems to be part of a catalog or an art book that includes both historical context and detailed information about specific artworks, likely intended for art enthusiasts, students, or museum visitors.