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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1955-March 1958

ARCH.2003.33, Rendition: 803364

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This image shows an open photo album page featuring two black-and-white photographs. The album has a green spine with orange and yellow page markers.

  1. Top Photograph: This photo shows three individuals standing indoors, seemingly in a formal setting. The background includes a piece of artwork, possibly a painting or a sculpture, with a curtain partially visible. The individuals are dressed in formal attire; two are wearing suits, and the central figure is wearing a patterned dress. The photo appears to have been labeled by hand, identifying the individuals as "top: Pres. Pusey, Mrs. Ernest Cunell, John Coolidge."

  2. Bottom Photograph: This image captures a group of four individuals, also dressed formally, in what appears to be a social or professional gathering. One individual is holding a glass, possibly containing a drink, and the others are smiling and engaged in conversation. The background shows part of a room with some furniture and decorations. This photo is also labeled by hand, identifying the individuals as "bottom: Mrs. Julien Coolidge, J.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Bouton, Dr. Rosenberg."

The photos and labels suggest that this might be a collection of family or historical images, documenting formal events or gatherings.

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This image shows an open photo album containing two black-and-white photographs of people in formal attire, likely from a social or formal event.

Top Photograph:

  • People: Three individuals are standing together. The woman in the middle is wearing a floral dress and holding a piece of paper, possibly a program. The two men on either side of her are dressed in suits with bow ties.
  • Background: There are framed paintings of nude figures on the wall behind them.
  • Annotation: Below the photograph, there is handwritten text that identifies the individuals from left to right as "Pres. Pusey, Mrs. Ernest Angell, John Coolidge."

Bottom Photograph:

  • People: Four individuals are standing together. The two women in the foreground are wearing dresses with patterns, and the two men in the background are dressed in suits. The woman on the far left is holding a small bouquet of flowers.
  • Background: There is a seated person in the background, and some furniture is visible.
  • Annotation: Below the photograph, there is handwritten text that identifies the individuals from left to right as "Mrs. Julian Coolidge, J.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Bouton, Dr. Rosenberg."

The photo album has a green cover and is open to a page with these two photographs. The pages are beige, and there are orange and yellow tabs visible on the left side of the album.

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The image shows a page of a photo album with two photographs of people. The album is opened, and the pages are bound together. The photographs are black and white and have captions below them. The first photograph shows three people standing in front of a painting. The man on the left is wearing a bow tie and a suit, while the woman in the middle is wearing a dress. The second photograph shows three women and a man standing together. The man is wearing a suit and tie, while the women are wearing dresses.

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An open book with two pages, one of which is a photo of a man and a woman standing in front of a painting on the wall. The other page is a photo of a group of people, including a woman holding a paper. The book has a yellow and orange sticker on the side. The photo of the man and woman is labeled "1st tor: Pres. Pursey, Mrs. Ernest Ingalls, John Coolidge." The photo of the group is labeled "1st tor: Mrs. Julian Coolidge, T.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Bouton, Dr. Rosenburg."

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The image depicts the open pages of a scrapbook or album containing two black-and-white photographs. The album has a light-colored, possibly beige or cream, cover with green spine edges visible on the left side.

Top Photograph:

  • Setting: The photo appears to be taken indoors, likely at a formal event or gathering. The background features ornate decorations, including statues or busts on a table, suggesting an art gallery, museum, or similar venue.
  • Subjects: Three individuals are present:
    • On the left, a man in a tuxedo, wearing a bow tie and holding a drink in his right hand.
    • In the center, a woman in an elegant, patterned dress with a floral or abstract design, holding a small object, possibly a card or program, in her left hand. She is wearing glasses and has her hair styled in a vintage manner.
    • On the right, another man in formal attire, also wearing a tuxedo and a bow tie, standing slightly behind the woman.
  • Caption: Below the photograph, handwritten text reads: "l.to.r: Pres. Pusey, Mrs. Ernest Cansall, John Coolidge." This identifies the individuals from left to right.

Bottom Photograph:

  • Setting: The scene is also indoors, likely at a social or formal event. The background is less detailed but suggests a gathering with other attendees partially visible.
  • Subjects: Four individuals are present:
    • On the far left, a woman in a dark, patterned dress with a floral or geometric design, smiling and holding a small object, possibly a flower or accessory.
    • Next to her, another woman in a light-colored, sleeveless dress with a subtle pattern, also smiling.
    • To the right, a third woman in a light, floral-patterned dress, holding a small bag in her right hand.
    • On the far right, a man in a suit and tie, standing slightly behind the women.
  • Caption: Below this photograph, handwritten text reads: "l.to.r: Mrs. Julian Coolidge, J.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Baxter, Dr. Rosenborg." This identifies the individuals from left to right.

Overall Context:

The album appears to document social or formal events, likely from the mid-20th century, judging by the fashion and photographic style. The handwritten captions provide names and relationships, suggesting these are personal memories or records of significant gatherings. The setting and attire indicate a formal or semi-formal occasion, possibly related to academic, artistic, or professional circles.

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The image depicts a page from a photo album, featuring two black-and-white photographs of people at a formal event.

The top photograph shows three individuals dressed in formal attire. A man on the left wears a tuxedo and bow tie, while a woman in the center is dressed in a long, patterned gown. To her right stands another man, also wearing a tuxedo and bow tie. The background of the photo features a wall adorned with a large painting or tapestry.

The bottom photograph displays a group of five people. Three women are positioned in the foreground, each wearing dresses. Behind them, two men are visible, both dressed in suits and ties. The background of this photo appears to be a crowded room.

Both photographs are accompanied by handwritten captions that identify the individuals depicted. The captions read: "l. to r.: Pres. Pusey, Mrs. Ernest Angell, John Coolidge" for the top photo, and "l. to r.: Mrs. Julian Coolidge, J.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Boston, Dr. Rosenberg" for the bottom photo.

The photographs are mounted on a page within a green-bound photo album, which is open to reveal the images. The page has a yellowed appearance, suggesting age. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of nostalgia and formality, evoking a sense of a bygone era.

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The image presents a vintage photo album or scrapbook, open to a page featuring two black-and-white photographs. The top photograph depicts three formally dressed individuals: a man in a tuxedo on the left, a woman in a long floral dress in the center, and another man in a tuxedo on the right. They are positioned in front of a painting of a nude figure. The bottom photograph shows four people walking together, with three women in dresses and one man in a suit behind them.

Photograph Details:

  • Top Photograph:
    • Three formally dressed individuals
    • Man in a tuxedo on the left
    • Woman in a long floral dress in the center
    • Man in a tuxedo on the right
    • Painting of a nude figure in the background
  • Bottom Photograph:
    • Four people walking together
    • Three women in dresses
    • One man in a suit behind them

Handwritten Notes:

  • Top Photograph:
    • "I tor. Pres. Pusey, Mrs. Ernest Onsgall, John Coolidge"
  • Bottom Photograph:
    • "l. to r: Mrs. Jukon Coolidge, J.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Boston, Dr. Rosenberg"

Album Details:

  • Green cover
  • Yellowed pages
  • Tabbed dividers in orange and yellow

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a personal and nostalgic collection of memories, possibly from a special event or gathering.

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The image shows a page from an old photo album, featuring two black and white photographs of people in formal attire. The page is open to a double-page spread, with the left side of the page visible and the right side folded back.

  • The top photograph shows a man and woman standing together, with the man wearing a tuxedo and the woman wearing a long dress. They are standing in front of a painting on the wall.
  • The bottom photograph shows three women and one man standing together, all dressed in formal attire. The women are wearing dresses, while the man is wearing a suit and tie.
  • The photographs are placed on a beige background, with handwritten notes at the bottom of each photo. The notes appear to be captions or descriptions of the photos, but they are not legible.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a formal event, possibly a wedding or a party. The people in the photos are all dressed up and appear to be enjoying themselves.

In summary, the image shows two photographs of people in formal attire, likely taken at a formal event. The photographs are placed on a beige background with handwritten notes, and the overall atmosphere suggests a sense of celebration and joy.

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This image is a page from a photo album, featuring two black-and-white photographs. The top photograph shows a group of four individuals, including two men and two women, standing together in formal attire. The bottom photograph depicts a group of five people, consisting of three women and two men, also dressed in formal clothing.

The photographs are accompanied by handwritten notes that provide context about the individuals and events depicted. The notes are written in black ink and appear to be written by the same person who created the photo album.

The background of the image is a light-colored page with a green border, suggesting that it is part of a larger photo album or scrapbook. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a specific moment in time, capturing the personalities and styles of the individuals involved.

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The image shows two black-and-white photographs mounted on a page of a photo album. Each photograph is labeled with the names of the people depicted.

Top Photograph:

  • The caption reads: "L to R: Pres. Purcey, Mrs. Ernest Cogall, John Coolidge."
  • The photograph features three individuals:
    • A man in a suit and bow tie (Pres. Purcey).
    • A woman in a floral dress (Mrs. Ernest Cogall).
    • A man in a suit and bow tie with his leg propped up on a chair (John Coolidge).
  • The setting appears to be an indoor event, possibly a social gathering or party.

Bottom Photograph:

  • The caption reads: "L to R: Myr. Julian Coolidge, J.C.'s sister, Mrs. Charles Boulon, Dr. Rosenberg."
  • The photograph features four individuals:
    • A woman in a patterned dress (Myr. Julian Coolidge).
    • A woman in a plaid dress (J.C.'s sister).
    • A woman in a floral dress (Mrs. Charles Boulon).
    • A man in a suit and tie (Dr. Rosenberg).
  • The setting also appears to be an indoor event, possibly a social gathering or party, with some decorations visible in the background.

The photographs capture moments from what seems to be a formal or semi-formal social event, with the individuals dressed in elegant attire.