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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 807082

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The image appears to be a page from a book or a collection, showcasing two Rembrandt drawings. The top section features a red chalk drawing titled "The Last Supper," which is a sketch based on an Italian engraving of Leonardo da Vinci's famous fresco in Milan. The text on the left provides information about the drawing, noting that it was made around 1635 by Rembrandt and modified by an engraver and the artist himself.

The bottom section of the image shows a black-and-white drawing of "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams." This drawing is part of a series of 77 Rembrandt drawings exhibited at the Fogg Museum from April 29 through May 29, 1960. The exhibition was jointly sponsored by the Fogg Museum and the Pierpont Morgan Library of New York City.

Both images are presented on a dark background, and the drawings are framed within the context of the text, which includes references to their historical and artistic significance.

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The image is a page from a publication, likely an art magazine or a bulletin. The page is titled "Easter Story Continued" and features two drawings by Rembrandt.

The top drawing is titled "Last Supper," a red chalk drawing made by Rembrandt around 1635. It is based on an Italian engraving of Leonardo da Vinci's famous fresco in Milan. The description notes that the engraver had added a dog to Leonardo's composition, and Rembrandt himself added a large canopy to the scene. The drawing depicts a group of people seated around a table, with a canopy overhead.

The bottom drawing is titled "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams." It is one of the seventy-seven Rembrandt drawings from American collections to be exhibited at the Fogg Museum from April 29 through May 29. The exhibition is jointly sponsored by the Museum and the Pierpont Morgan Library of New York City. The drawing shows three figures, with one of them appearing to be interpreting the dreams of the other two.

The page is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated 16 April 1960.

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A page of a book with a red and white drawing and a black-and-white drawing, with a white piece of paper in between. The red drawing depicts a group of people sitting on a long table, possibly in a church, with a man standing in front of them. The black-and-white drawing shows a man holding a stick and a man sitting on the ground. The white paper has some text written on it.

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The image is of a book that is open to a page with two drawings and text. The first drawing is of a group of people sitting at a table, with the title "Last Supper" and the text "Easter Story Continued." The second drawing is of a man and a woman, with the title "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams" and the text "Harvard Alumni Bulletin, 16 April 1960." The page has a black border and a watermark in the top left corner.

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The image depicts a page from a publication, likely a catalog or exhibition booklet, showcasing two distinct artworks. The layout is divided into two sections, each featuring a detailed illustration and accompanying text.

Top Section:

  • Title: "EASTER STORY CONTINUED"
  • Illustration: A detailed chalk drawing depicting a scene from the "Last Supper." The drawing shows a group of figures seated around a long table, with one figure prominently positioned at the center, possibly representing Jesus. The style is reminiscent of Renaissance art, with dramatic lighting and expressive poses. The illustration is framed within a rectangular border, and the text describes the artwork as a red chalk drawing made by Rembrandt around 1636. It notes that the piece is based on an Italian engraving by Leonardo da Vinci and highlights Rembrandt's additions, including himself in the scene.
  • Text: The accompanying text provides historical context, mentioning the influence of Leonardo da Vinci's famous fresco in Milan and Rembrandt's unique contributions to the composition.

Bottom Section:

  • Title: "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN, 16 April 1960"
  • Illustration: A black-and-white drawing titled "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dream." The scene depicts three figures in a dramatic, theatrical setting. One figure, presumably Joseph, is standing and gesturing toward two seated individuals, who appear to be prisoners. The composition conveys a sense of narrative tension and emotional intensity, characteristic of Rembrandt's style.
  • Text: The caption identifies the artwork as one of seventy-seven Rembrandt drawings from American collections, exhibited at the Fogg Museum from April 29 through May 25, 1960. It also mentions that the exhibition was jointly sponsored by the Museum and the Pierpont Morgan Library of New York City.

Overall Context:

The page appears to be part of a catalog or exhibition guide, highlighting significant artworks by Rembrandt. The top section focuses on a chalk drawing of the "Last Supper," while the bottom section features a different Rembrandt work, "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dream." Both illustrations are presented with descriptive text that provides historical and artistic context, suggesting that this publication is intended for an audience interested in art history or a specific exhibition. The formal layout and detailed descriptions indicate a scholarly or museum-related purpose.

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The image presents a collection of sketches and drawings from the Harvard Art Museum's collection, showcasing various artistic styles and techniques.

  • Sketchbook Page
    • The page is open to a sketchbook, with the left side featuring a blank white page and the right side displaying a sketch.
    • The sketch depicts a scene with multiple figures, possibly a group of people or a family, in a domestic setting.
    • The sketch is rendered in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and gestural marks.
    • The artist's use of shading and texture adds depth and dimension to the scene.
  • Easter Story Continued
    • Below the sketchbook page, there is a small piece of paper with a drawing of a man and woman.
    • The drawing is titled "Easter Story Continued" and appears to be a continuation of the sketch above.
    • The drawing features more detailed and refined lines than the sketch, suggesting a different artistic approach.
    • The subject matter is unclear, but it may be related to the Easter story or another biblical theme.
  • Harvard Alumni Bulletin
    • At the bottom of the image, there is a small piece of paper with a drawing of a man and woman.
    • The drawing is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin, 16 April 1960" and appears to be a separate piece of artwork.
    • The drawing features a more formal and realistic style than the previous sketches, with precise lines and attention to detail.
    • The subject matter is unclear, but it may be a portrait or a scene from everyday life.

Overall, the image showcases a diverse range of artistic styles and techniques, from loose and expressive sketches to more formal and realistic drawings. The subject matter is varied, with scenes from everyday life, biblical themes, and possibly portraits.

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The image presents a page from a book or scrapbook, featuring two distinct sections. The top section showcases a sketch of "The Last Supper" by Rembrandt, accompanied by a brief description of the artwork. The bottom section displays a sketch titled "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams," also attributed to Rembrandt.

Top Section:

  • A sketch of "The Last Supper" by Rembrandt
  • A brief description of the artwork, including its title and artist
  • The description is written in black text on a white background

Bottom Section:

  • A sketch titled "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams" by Rembrandt
  • A brief description of the artwork, including its title and artist
  • The description is written in black text on a white background

Additional Features:

  • A gray border surrounds the entire page
  • The page appears to be part of a larger book or scrapbook
  • The image suggests that the book or scrapbook is focused on art history, specifically featuring works by Rembrandt.

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The image depicts a page from an art book or catalog, featuring two sketches by Rembrandt van Rijn.

Top Sketch:
The top sketch is titled "LAST SUPPER" and is a red chalk drawing made by Rembrandt around 1635. It is based on an Italian engraving of Leonardo da Vinci's famous fresco in Milan. The engraver had already taken the liberty of adding a dog to Leonardo's majestic composition, and Rembrandt himself added a large canopy to the scene.

Bottom Sketch:
The bottom sketch is titled "JOSEPH INTERPRETING THE PRISONER'S DREAM." One of the seventy-seven etchings by Rembrandt, it is part of a collection exhibited at the Fogg Museum from April 29 through May 29. The exhibition was jointly sponsored by the Museum and the Pierpont Morgan Library of New York City.

Page Layout:
The page is open to reveal the two sketches, with the top sketch on a larger piece of paper and the bottom sketch on a smaller piece of paper attached below it. The background of the page is black, and the overall design suggests that this is a page from a book or catalog showcasing Rembrandt's artwork.

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The image presents a black book or folder containing two pages with sketches and text.

Top Page:

  • A red chalk drawing of the Last Supper, created by Rembrandt around 1645, is prominently displayed.
  • The drawing is based on an Italian engraving of Leonardo da Vinci's famous fresco in Milan.
  • The engraver had already taken the liberty of adding a dog to Leonardo's majestic composition, and Rembrandt himself added a large canopy to the scene.
  • The page features a white background with black text that reads "EASTER STORY CONTINUED" at the top left corner.

Bottom Page:

  • A black-and-white sketch titled "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams" is shown.
  • The sketch is one of the seventy-seven Rembrandt drawings from American collections to be exhibited at the Fogg Museum from April 29 through May 29.
  • The exhibition was jointly sponsored by the Museum and the Pierpont Morgan Library of New York City.
  • A Harvard Alumni Bulletin notice dated April 16, 1960, is also present.

Background:

  • The book or folder has a dark gray cover.
  • The pages are set against a light gray background.

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The image consists of two distinct sections, both featuring artwork and text, likely from a publication or an exhibition catalog.

Top Section:

  • Title: "Easter Story"
  • Artwork: A red chalk drawing depicting a scene from the Last Supper. The drawing shows Jesus Christ and his disciples gathered around a table. The sketch is detailed, capturing the figures and their interactions.
  • Text:
    • "LAST SUPPER. A red chalk drawing, about 1635, was based on an Italian engraving after Raphael. Vinci's famous fresco in Milan. The engraver had added a dog to Leonardo's composition. Rembrandt himself added large canopy to the scene."

Bottom Section:

  • Title: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin, 15 April 1960"
  • Artwork: A black and white etching titled "Joseph Interpreting the Prisoner's Dreams." The image shows Joseph interpreting the dreams of two prisoners. The scene is dramatic, with expressive figures and detailed shading.
  • Text:
    • "Joseph interpreting the prisoner's dreams. One of the seventy-seven Rembrandt etchings from American collections to be exhibited at the Fogg Museum from April 20 through May 29. The exhibition will then travel to the Pierpont Morgan Library, New York City."

Overall Description:

The image is a page from a publication that discusses and showcases artwork by Rembrandt. The top section focuses on a red chalk drawing of the Last Supper, while the bottom section features an etching of Joseph interpreting dreams. Both sections include descriptive text providing context and information about the artworks and their exhibition details.