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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803912

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The image showcases two pages from a book or catalog, each featuring a different artwork. The left page contains a black-and-white portrait of a man, identified as "Portrait of Emmanuel-Joseph Sieyès, 1748–1836," painted by Jacques-Louis David in 1817. The portrait is identified as an oil painting, measuring 37½" x 28½". Below the image, there is a note indicating it is from the "Bequest, Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886."

The right page displays a lithograph titled "After the Bath," created by Edgar Degas in 1890. The artwork is described as French, measuring 13" x 9½". The note at the bottom of the page indicates it was "Purchase, Gray Fund."

The book appears to be part of a collection or guide related to museum art, and there are additional papers and information attached to the top and side of the book, possibly providing context or related information about the artworks.

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This image shows a scrapbook or catalog page with two artistic prints clipped to a beige paper background, accompanied by some other text-based elements.

  1. Left Print:

    • Title: "Portrait of Emmanuel-Joseph Sièyes, 1748–1836"
    • Artist: Jacques Louis David (1748–1825)
    • Medium: Oil painting
    • Details: The subject is a man dressed in formal attire, seated and holding a small object in his hands. He appears to be middle-aged, and the painting conveys a serious, composed demeanor.
    • Provenance: Bequest from Grenville Lindall Winthrop (Class of 1886).
  2. Right Print:

    • Title: "After the Bath"
    • Artist: Edgar Degas (1834–1917)
    • Medium: Lithograph
    • Details: This is a figure study of a nude woman seen from behind, seemingly drying off or adjusting her hair. The artwork has a sketch-like quality with expressive brushstrokes.
    • Provenance: Acquired through the Gray Fund.
  3. Other Text:

    • A newspaper clipping on the left refers to an annual meeting at the deCordova and Dana Museum, with Harvard's John Coolidge as the speaker.
    • A pink slip at the top mentions an event at the National Gallery in London, dated April 22.

The overall theme suggests an art-related document, possibly from a museum or collection, with a focus on 19th-century art and its cataloging or acquisition.

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The image shows a magazine or book open to a page featuring two black-and-white images. The left image is a portrait of a man, likely a historical figure, wearing a suit and holding an object in his hands. The right image depicts a woman and a man in a reclining position, possibly in a romantic or intimate setting. The book appears to be an art magazine or exhibition catalog, with the title and page number visible in the top left corner. The background is plain, likely a white or light-colored wall.

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An open book with two pages is placed on top of a brown folder. On the left page, there is a black-and-white portrait of a man, probably a historical figure, with a description of his name and the year he lived. On the right page, there is a black-and-white image of a man and a woman, probably in the bathroom, with a description of the image. On top of the folder is a pink piece of paper.

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The image shows an open book, likely an art catalog or exhibition guide, displaying two pages.

Left Page:

  • Title: "Portrait of Emmanuel-Joseph Sieyes, 1748–1836"
  • Artist: Jacques Louis David, 1748–1825 (French, 1817)
  • Medium: Oil on canvas
  • Dimensions: 57 3/8" x 38 1/8"
  • Additional Information: Bequest of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.
  • Image: A black-and-white photograph or reproduction of a portrait painting. The subject is a man in formal 19th-century attire, seated and looking directly at the viewer. He is dressed in a dark coat and cravat, with a serious expression.

Right Page:

  • Title: "After the Bath"
  • Artist: Edgar Degas, 1834–1917 (French, 1860)
  • Medium: Lithograph
  • Dimensions: 13 1/2" x 10 1/4"
  • Additional Information: Purchase, Gray Fund.
  • Image: A black-and-white illustration depicting a scene of women in a bath. The drawing shows two women in a relaxed pose, one partially draped in a towel or cloth, and the other more exposed. The setting appears to be a bathhouse or private bath, with a focus on the interaction and movement of the figures.

Additional Context:

  • The book appears to be part of a museum collection, as indicated by the header mentioning the "Fogg Art Museum" and details about an annual meeting.
  • The top of the page includes a header about an event: "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker," mentioning John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum, who spoke at the meeting.
  • The overall design and layout suggest this is a catalog or exhibition guide, possibly from the early to mid-20th century, given the style of the text and illustrations.

The pages provide a glimpse into historical art pieces, showcasing both a formal portrait and an intimate scene by a renowned artist, Degas.

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The image presents a collection of pages from an art book, featuring a diverse array of artworks and accompanying information.

  • Page 22: Portrait of Emanuel-Joseph Sieyes
    • The portrait is a black-and-white image of a man sitting in a chair, holding an object in his hand.
    • The portrait is attributed to Jacques Louis David, created in 1825, and is French in origin.
    • The medium used is oil, and the dimensions are 37 1/2" x 28 1/2".
    • The subject is identified as Bequest, Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886.
  • Page 23: After the Bath
    • The artwork is a black-and-white image of a woman standing in front of a mirror, with her back turned towards the viewer.
    • The artwork is attributed to Edgar Degas, created in 1899, and is French in origin.
    • The medium used is lithograph, and the dimensions are 13" x 9 1/2".
    • The subject is identified as Purchase, Gray Fund.
  • Additional Information
    • The image also includes a newspaper clipping in the top-left corner, which reads "Annual Meeting of Museum Has Harvard Speaker."
    • A pink piece of paper at the top of the image contains information about an event at the Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, including the date, time, and location.

In summary, the image showcases a selection of artworks from the book, each accompanied by detailed information about the artist, medium, dimensions, and subject. The inclusion of a newspaper clipping and a pink piece of paper adds context to the image, suggesting that it may be part of a larger collection or exhibit.

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The image presents a collection of art-related materials, including a book with two pages open, featuring black-and-white images of a man and a woman. The left page displays a portrait of Emmanuel-Joseph Sièyes, while the right page showcases Edgar Degas' "After the Bath."

Above the book, a pink paper contains text about an event at the Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, scheduled for April 22 at 4 p.m. The background of the image is a light brown color, suggesting that it may be a scanned or photographed page from a book or document. Overall, the image appears to be a collection of art-related materials, possibly from a museum or gallery.

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The image depicts an open book featuring two black-and-white artworks, accompanied by a newspaper clipping and a pink card on top of a brown folder.

Book Contents:

  • The left page displays a portrait of Emmanuel-Joseph Sieyes, created by Jacques Louis David in 1817.
  • The right page showcases "After the Bath" by Edgar Degas, a lithograph from 1890.

Newspaper Clipping and Pink Card:

  • A newspaper clipping titled "Annual Meeting Of Museum Has Harvard Speaker" is visible on the left side of the image.
  • A pink card with text is partially visible above the book, although the content is not fully legible.

Background:

  • The background of the image appears to be a gray surface, possibly a table or countertop.

Overall:

The image presents a collection of art-related materials, including the open book, newspaper clipping, and pink card, all situated on a brown folder.

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The image presents a collection of art-related documents and newspaper clippings, with the central focus being an open book featuring two black-and-white artworks.

Book Contents:

  • The left page displays a portrait of Emmanuel-Joseph Sieyès, created by Jacques Louis David in 1817. The artwork is accompanied by a description that includes the artist's name, the subject's name, and the medium used (oil).
  • The right page showcases "After the Bath," a lithograph by Edgar Degas, dated 1890. This piece is also described, including the artist's name, the title of the work, and the medium employed (lithograph).

Surrounding Documents:

  • A newspaper clipping from the top-left corner announces the annual meeting of the Decorators and Dana Museum, featuring John Coolidge as the speaker.
  • A pink card above the book provides information about an upcoming event at the Fogg Museum and Busch-Reisinger Museum, specifically a lecture by Mr. Helmut Ruhemann of the National Gallery, London, scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, at 4 p.m.

Background:

  • The book rests on a brown paper background, which appears to be a folder or envelope. The overall atmosphere suggests that this is a collection of materials related to art, museums, and cultural events.

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The image shows an open book or catalog featuring two black-and-white images of artworks.

  1. The left page displays a portrait of Emmanuel Joseph Sieyès, created by Jacques Louis David between 1748 and 1825. The portrait is a formal depiction of Sieyès, who is dressed in dark attire with a white shirt visible at the collar. The artwork is noted as being bequeathed by Grenville Lindall Winthrop, class of 1886. The image is labeled as "22. Portrait of Emmanuel Joseph Sieyès, 1748-1836."

  2. The right page features an artwork titled "After the Bath" by Edgar Degas, created between 1884 and 1917. This piece is a lithograph on paper, acquired through the Gray Fund in 1940. The artwork depicts a nude figure, likely a woman, in a relaxed pose, possibly after bathing. The image is labeled as "23. After the Bath" and includes details about the artist, medium, and acquisition.

Additionally, there is a note at the top of the right page mentioning an annual meeting of the museum with John Coolidge as the speaker, and an event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum involving Dr. Helmut Ruhmann of the National Gallery, London, scheduled for April 22 at 4 p.m. It also states that friends of the Fogg will receive individual notices concerning openings and lectures.