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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1955-March 1958

ARCH.2003.33, Rendition: 803223

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, likely from a newspaper or magazine. The page contains several items:

  1. Artwork Clippings:

    • On the left side, there is a pen-and-ink drawing by Rembrandt titled "Saskia Carrying Rumbartus Down Stairs." The caption notes that this artwork is part of an exhibit from the Morgan collection shown at Harvard.
    • On the right side, there is a black and white chalk drawing by Gainsborough of the Duchess of Devonshire. The caption mentions that this drawing is part of an exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  2. Article Clipping:

    • An article titled "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour" by Dorothy Allan. The article discusses an exhibition celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the Morgan Library in New York, which includes various artworks and manuscripts. It mentions specific pieces like drawings by Rembrandt and Watteau, and writings by authors such as Charles Dickens and Edgar Allan Poe.
  3. Advertisements:

    • An advertisement for The Christian Science Monitor, promoting a "Quality Show" at the Yale Cabaret.
    • An advertisement for Gorham, featuring images of silverware or tableware items.
    • An advertisement for Camels cigarettes, with the tagline "For Digestion's Sake - Smoke Camels."

The page is neatly arranged, with the clippings carefully placed and preserved, indicating it might be part of a personal or institutional collection documenting cultural and artistic events.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page features a clipping of an illustration with a caption that reads, "Rembrandt pen-and-ink 'Raisin Carrying Rembrandt's Daughter' in exhibit from Morgan collection shown at Harvard.' The illustration depicts a man, presumably Rembrandt, carrying a child.

The right page has another clipping of an illustration, with a caption that reads, 'Gainsborough drawing in black and white chalk of Duchess of Devonshire is the 'Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library' on exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Mass.' The illustration portrays a woman in an elegant dress.

Below both clippings, there are additional pieces of text and images, including an advertisement for Gorham sterling silverplated holloware and a promotional piece for "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour," which provides information about various items from the library's collection being exhibited around the country. There is also an advertisement for Corningware, describing it as "Wonderful for All the Family Reasons."

The book seems to be a compilation or a scrapbook related to art and cultural exhibits, featuring descriptions and images from notable collections and exhibitions.

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The image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings and advertisements from a magazine or a scrapbook, spread out inside a book or a folder.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • A black-and-white drawing titled "Rembrandt pen-and-ink, 'Raskala Carrying Rumbarius' Dawn Tails." This artwork is mentioned to be part of an exhibition from the Morgan Collection shown at Harvard.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • A detailed black-and-white drawing by Gainsborough, titled "Gainsborough drawing in black and white chalk of Duchess of Devonshire." It is noted as part of the "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library on Tour."
  3. Middle Left Section:

    • The section includes a small advertisement for "The Christian Science Journal," which features a colorful illustration of a house with a bird on the roof and a tagline promoting "Quality Shirts, The York Coat Co."
  4. Middle Right Section:

    • This section has a small newspaper clipping titled "The Christian Science Monitor" with a mention of a story on "Rosen" by Dorothy Adlow. It also includes a mention of the Pierpont Morgan Library's exhibition.
    • There's also an ad for "Wonderful Christmas Gifts for All the Family and Christmas Cards" by Gorham. The advertisement shows a small image of a decorated Christmas gift box and some other holiday-themed items.
  5. Bottom Section:

    • Various smaller clippings and advertisements are visible:
      • A small advertisement for a "Gorham" item with a design resembling a pair of earrings.
      • Another section of the advertisement for Christmas gifts and cards.
      • A mention of "Kilroy was here" style graffiti, which is a playful reference to the phrase used during World War II.
      • A reference to "Christmas Carol" by a notable author, likely William Blake for "The Marriage of Heaven and Hell," and a mention of a collection of Christmas songs.

The pages seem to contain a variety of historical and cultural references, including art, literary works, and holiday-themed advertisements from the past.

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The image shows a collection of old clippings and advertisements inserted between the pages of an old book.

  1. Top Left:

    • A black-and-white illustration titled "Rembrandt pen-and-ink 'Saskia Carrying Rembrandt's Daughter' in exhibits from Morgan collection shown at Harvard."
  2. Top Right:

    • An article titled "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour."
    • It mentions a drawing by Gainsborough in black and white chalk of the Duchess of Devonshire, part of the "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library" exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • The article highlights the significance of the collection and encourages the study and appreciation of art.
  3. Middle Left:

    • A vintage advertisement for "The Christian Science Monitor" with the tagline "Quadruple Your Church Membership."
    • The advertisement includes an illustration of a woman with a shopping bag, and mentions "Gorham" silverware.
  4. Middle Center:

    • A clipping from a newspaper or magazine, with a section labeled "Rostow" and a mention of Dorothy Adlow. The text appears to be discussing a celebration or exhibition related to the Pierpont Morgan Library.
  5. Middle Right:

    • Another advertisement, this one for "Wonderful Christmas Gifts for All the Family" by "Comers," a company that specializes in Christmas items.
    • It includes a list of suggested gifts: "Easel," "Pirate Ship," "Farmyard," "Christmas Carol," and "Roast Pig."
  6. Bottom Center:

    • A colorful advertisement for "Gorham" silverware, highlighting its quality and durability with slogans like "Gorham: The Standard of Quality" and "The Silverware of the World."

The book pages themselves are aged, and the clippings and advertisements are in varying states of wear, indicating that this book is quite old. The overall appearance suggests a historical and possibly valuable collection.

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The image shows a collection of pages from a book or scrapbook, featuring several clipped newspaper articles and advertisements.

  1. Top Left Article:

    • The headline mentions a "Rembrandt pen-and-ink 'Rahab Carrying Rumbaulus Downstairs' in exhibits from Morgan collection shown at Harvard."
    • The illustration shows a drawing of a woman holding a man's body, likely from the Rembrandt exhibit.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • This article is titled "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour."
    • It features a drawing by Thomas Gainsborough titled "Duchess of Devonshire."
    • The article discusses an exhibit of drawings from the Pierpont Morgan Library, curated at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and includes guidance and inspiration from famous artists.
  3. Middle Left Ad:

    • The ad is for "The Christian Science Monitor," featuring an illustration of a cottage and a horse-drawn carriage.
    • It promotes the newspaper as a quality source for news, advertising, and information.
  4. Middle Right Ad:

    • The ad is for "Gorham," a company that appears to be advertising silverware or jewelry.
    • It highlights the craftsmanship and quality of Gorham products.
  5. Bottom Left Ad:

    • This ad is for "Wonderful Christmas Gifts for All in the Family Home."
    • It promotes a catalog of Christmas gifts, including various items like books, toys, and other home goods.
  6. Bottom Right Ad:

    • This advertisement is for "Kellogg's Corn Flakes," featuring a vintage-style design with the slogan "The Best Food for the Most People."

The pages appear to be from a historical collection, likely from the mid-20th century, given the style of the advertisements and the nature of the articles. The articles and advertisements have been carefully cut and pasted into the scrapbook, indicating an interest in art, literature, and possibly historical preservation.

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The image shows an open page from a newspaper, specifically focusing on an arts and culture section. Here is a detailed description of the content:

Left Page:

  1. Artwork Images:

    • Two drawings are featured at the top of the page.
    • The left drawing is titled "Rembrandt pen-and-ink, 'Saskia Carrying Rembrandt Downstairs.'" This piece is part of an exhibit from the Morgan collection shown at Harvard.
    • The right drawing is a Gainsborough drawing in black and white chalk of the Duchess of Devonshire, also from the "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library" exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  2. Article:

    • The headline of the article is "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour."
    • Written by Dorothy Adlow.
    • The article discusses the exhibition of various rare and valuable items from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York, currently on display at the Fogg Museum. The collection includes autograph scores, illuminated manuscripts, and drawings by famous artists like Dürer and Gainsborough.

Right Page:

  1. Advertisements:
    • Gorham Silver:
      • Advertisement for Gorham silver products, specifically highlighting a "Quail Shot Thimble Cup" and a "Gorham 'Christofle' Silverplate."
      • Promotes silver as wonderful Christmas gifts.
    • Zell's Gift Shops:
      • Advertisement for Zell's, encouraging readers to shop there for Christmas gifts.
      • Mentions a variety of items including personal accessories, toys, and home decor.
    • Book Section:
      • Lists a variety of books available for purchase, likely as Christmas gifts.
      • Titles include:
        • "Mozart" by Marcia Davenport
        • "The Young Melbourne" by Lord David Cecil
        • "The Last Valley" by Martin Mayer
        • "The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845-1849" by Cecil Woodham-Smith
        • "The Letters of Robert Frost to Louis Untermeyer"
        • "The Letters of Dylan Thomas"
        • "The Life of John Marshall" (4 Volumes) by Albert J. Beveridge
        • "The Disinherited" by Jack Conroy
        • "The Best Short Stories of Walter de la Mare"
        • "The Best of Myles" by Flann O'Brien
        • "Roast Pigeon" by Charles Mergendahl

Overall, the page combines art exhibition coverage with holiday shopping advertisements and book recommendations.

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You are looking at an open scrapbook or journal that features several newspaper clippings from what appears to be an arts or cultural section. On the left page, there is a half-page newspaper clipping with the title "The Christian Science Monitor" at the bottom and an advertisement for "Gorham" at the top, which shows an image of two spoons. The rest of the left page is blank.

The right page displays a full-length newspaper article with the headline "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour." Below that, the author's name is given as Dorothy Adlow from The Christian Science Monitor. The article appears to be about an exhibition of art pieces from the Morgan Library in New York touring to different venues. There are two images accompanying the article: the top image's caption refers to a "Rembrandt pen-and-ink," specifically "Saskia Carrying Rembartus Down Stairs," from the collection shown at Harvard. The bottom image's caption mentions a "Gainsborough drawing in black and white chalk of Duchess of Devonshire" that was then on exhibit at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Visual context clues such as the text font and page yellowing suggest this is a vintage document, but the specific date of the publication is not visible. The overall theme of the page focuses on art exhibitions and showcases historically significant artworks and collections.

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The image depicts an open book featuring a curated collection of illustrations and textual content. The book appears to be a catalog or exhibition guide, showcasing art pieces from the Morgan Library. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

  • Illustration: A detailed black-and-white sketch or engraving of a woman carrying a child. The woman is dressed in period clothing, and the child is wrapped in her arms. The illustration is labeled as a "Rembrandt pen-and-ink" piece titled "Saskia Carrying Rembrandt Down 'stair'" and is noted as part of an exhibit from the Morgan collection shown at Harvard.
  • Textual Content: Below the illustration, there is a caption or description, though the full text is not entirely visible. The caption identifies the artwork and its context.

Right Page:

  • Illustration: Another black-and-white drawing or sketch, this time depicting a woman in elaborate period attire, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. She is wearing a flowing dress and appears to be in a formal pose. The illustration is labeled as a "Gainsborough drawing in black and white chalk of Duchess of Devonshire" and is part of the "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library" exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • Textual Content:
    • Title: The page is titled "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour".
    • Author: The text is attributed to Dorothy Adlow, Boston.
    • Description: The text discusses the exhibition, mentioning that it celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Morgan Library of New York. It highlights the guidance and inspiration provided by Morgan Library professors, such as the late Edmund Morgan, and references notable artists and works included in the collection. The text also mentions specific drawings, such as a "Knelling Dorothy" by Master Durer, a "pine landscape" by Pieter Paul Rubens, and other notable works by artists like Anthony van Dyck, Paul Rubens, and others.
    • Exhibition Details: The text provides context about the exhibition, noting that it includes original manuscripts, drawings, and other treasures from the Morgan Library.

Additional Elements:

  • Book Design: The book has a red spine and edges, suggesting it may be a formal or curated publication. The pages are thick and appear to be made of high-quality paper.
  • Layout: The layout is organized, with illustrations placed prominently alongside descriptive text. The design is clean and structured, typical of an art catalog or exhibition guide.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a page from an art exhibition catalog or guide, showcasing historical and artistic works from the Morgan Library. The illustrations are detailed and significant, with accompanying text providing context and background about the artists, works, and the exhibition itself. The design and presentation suggest a scholarly or educational purpose, aimed at art enthusiasts or museum-goers.

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An open book with several pages of paper is placed on a gray surface. The book has a red border. The pages have some text and pictures printed on them. On the left side, there is a picture of a woman carrying a child and a text that reads "Saskia Carrying Rembrandt's Down stairs". On the right side, there is a picture of a woman standing and a text that reads "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour".

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The image depicts an open book with a collage of various historical and artistic materials. On the left side of the book, there is a pen-and-ink drawing of a woman carrying a child, with a caption that reads "Rembrandt pen-and-ink 'Saskia Carrying Rumbartus Down stairs' in exhibits from Morgan collection shown at Harvard." On the right side, there is a drawing of a woman in a dress, with the caption "Gainsborough drawing in black and white chalk of Duchess of Devonshire in the 'Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library' on exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Mass." Below these drawings, there is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Treasures From Morgan Library on Tour" and a paragraph discussing the collection. Additionally, there is a small advertisement for Gorham silver, and a red and white sticker with the word "Copyright" and a date.