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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805471

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The image shows a page from a book or a catalog, which appears to be a library journal. The page is light brown in color and has two pieces of paper attached to it, which seem to be cutouts from other documents or articles.

  • On the left side of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "LIBRARY JOURNAL" with the date "FEB. 1/73" written below it. Below this note is a printed excerpt from an article or review discussing the "BUSCH-REISINGER Museum, Harvard University. German Master Drawings of the Nineteenth Century." This excerpt includes details about the museum, the catalog, and a description of the collection of German master drawings of the 19th century.

  • On the right side of the page, there is another cutout from a different document. This piece of paper includes the title "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS," the address "140, FAUBOURG SAINT-HONORÉ PARIS-8E," and a section labeled "Chronique des Arts, octobre 1972." Below this, there is a short text in French listing exhibitions and donations to the Fogg Art Museum, including pieces by artists such as Mark Rothko, Picasso, and Paul Gauguin.

The page seems to have been compiled for reference or study purposes, as indicated by the handwritten notes and the attached cutouts from various sources. The overall condition of the page suggests it is from a historical document or record.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or journal with two clippings pasted on it. The page is beige and appears to be from a vintage book or notebook. The clippings are from different sources and provide information related to art and exhibitions:

  1. On the left side, there is a clipping with the handwritten note "LIBRARY JOURNAL FEB. 1/73" at the top. The clipping itself is titled "BUSCH-REISINGER Museum, Harvard University. German Master Drawings of the Nineteenth Century." It provides details about an exhibition catalog compiled by staff members of the museum and six graduate students in fine art at Harvard. The catalog is well-illustrated and documents a loan exhibition of drawings from German and American museums and private collections. It mentions various schools and styles of German art from the 19th century, including classicism, Romanticism, Nazarenes, Biedermeier, naturalism, German Romantics, Impressionism, and Jugendstil.

  2. On the right side, there is a clipping from "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS" dated February 2, 1973. It mentions the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge and its recent acquisitions of important artworks, including pieces by Mark Rothko, Picasso, and Giovanni B. Pittoni. It also lists donations from various individuals and institutions, such as a wood engraving by Paul Gauguin, Japanese engravings, and a contemporary series.

The text in the clippings is in English and French, and there is a signature or marking on the right clipping that reads "F of F Ales." The overall appearance suggests that this is a collection of art-related articles and notes, possibly for reference or research purposes.

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The image depicts a page from a library journal. The journal is open to a page that contains two pieces of paper attached with tape. The top piece of paper is titled "LIBRARY JOURNAL" and is dated February 1973. The bottom piece of paper is titled "Gazette des Beaux Arts" and is dated October 1972. The paper has a brown border and is filled with text.

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The image shows a library journal with a beige-colored cover. The journal has two pages open, one on the left and one on the right. The left page has a white paper with black text that reads "Library Journal Feb 1/23" at the top. Below it is another white paper with black text that reads "BUSH-REISINGNER MUSEUM, Harvard University, German Master Drawings of the Nineteenth Century." The right page has a white paper with black text that reads "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS 140, Faubourg Saint-Honoré Paris-6e." Below it is another white paper with black text that reads "Chronique des Arts, octobre 1972." There is also a signature that reads "F.F.F."

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The image shows an open book, likely a journal or catalog, with two visible pages.

Left Page:

  • Title/Label: The top of the page has handwritten text that reads "LIBRARY JOURNAL FEB 1/73," indicating this is an entry or catalog from February 1973 in a library journal.
  • Content: The main body of text appears to be a review or description of an exhibition titled "BUSCH-REISINGER Museum, Harvard University, Ninth Century Drawings by John David Farmer."
    • The review discusses an exhibition featuring drawings by John David Farmer, a Harvard University instructor, held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • It mentions that the exhibition was curated by Farmer and included 50 LC drawings, with contributions from graduate students in fine art.
    • The review highlights the exhibition's focus on German and Austrian drawings, including works by artists such as Dürer, Rembrandt, and others.
    • The text also references a catalog accompanying the exhibition, which includes a historical sketch by Farmer and contributions from other scholars.

Right Page:

  • Header: The top of the page features a printed header that reads "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS FEB 2 1973," indicating this is an article or excerpt from the Gazette des Beaux-Arts dated February 2, 1973.
  • Content: The main text is in French and discusses an art museum acquisition. It mentions:
    • The Fogg Art Museum of Cambridge acquiring important works.
    • Specific acquisitions from 1911 by Paul Pissarro, including works such as "Unité," "La Route," "La Barque," "Le Chêne," "La Route de la Ferme," and others.
    • The acquisitions were made possible through the generosity of Mrs. Henry Rower, with the approval of Judge Charles E. Wyzanski Jr..
    • The text also references other donors and acquisitions, such as works by James C. McGregor and Mrs. Henry Roewer.
    • There is a handwritten note or signature in the top-right corner that reads "FJF the," possibly indicating a reviewer, editor, or annotator.

General Observations:

  • The book appears to be a library or archival journal, as indicated by the handwritten label and structured layout.
  • The content focuses on art exhibitions, museum acquisitions, and scholarly reviews, suggesting it is related to art history or museum studies.
  • The pages are aged, with a slightly worn appearance, typical of older printed materials.

This image captures a snapshot of art-related documentation from 1973, highlighting both exhibition reviews and museum acquisitions.

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The image presents a page from a library journal, featuring two white stickers with handwritten notes and printed information. The left sticker bears the handwritten title "LIBRARY JOURNAL" and the date "FEB 1/53," while the right sticker displays the text "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS FEB 2 1973" and "Chronique des Arts, octobre 1972." Both stickers contain additional text that is too small to read.

The page itself is a light brown color, with a darker brown border around the edges. The background behind the page is a plain gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a scanned or photographed page from a library journal, showcasing the journal's layout and content.

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This image presents a page from a library journal, featuring two newspaper clippings affixed to the left side of the page. The top clipping is titled "Library Journal" and dated "Feb. 1/72," while the bottom clipping appears to be an excerpt from a book or article, although its title is not visible.

The page itself has a brownish-gray color with a darker brown border around the edges, suggesting that it may be an older document. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to focus attention on the page and its contents.

Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the contents of a library journal from the early 1970s, highlighting the types of articles and information that were being shared among librarians and researchers at that time.

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The image depicts the inside back cover of a book, featuring three white cards with text. The cards are arranged in a specific order, with the top-left card displaying handwritten text that reads "LIBRARY JOURNAL" and "FEB 1/73." The card below it contains a typed review or description of an art exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, dated October 1972.

On the right side of the image, another card is visible, bearing the title "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS" and the date "FEB 2 1973." This card appears to be a receipt or a record of a journal issue, specifically the October 1972 edition of the Gazette des Beaux-Arts, which includes an article about the Fogg Art Museum's recent acquisitions. The card also features a handwritten signature in the bottom-right corner.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the book's interior. Overall, the image presents a simple yet informative view of the book's contents, highlighting its connection to art history and the academic world.

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The image presents a photograph of an open book or journal, featuring two newspaper or magazine clippings attached to the top of the left and right pages.

The left page is brown and bears a clipping from "Library Journal" dated February 1, 1973. The clipping is accompanied by a smaller, rectangular piece of paper with black text that appears to be a book description. The right page also has a brown background and features a clipping from "Gazette des Beaux Arts," dated February 2, 1973. This clipping is titled "Chronique des Arts, octobre 1972" and includes a list of artworks in French, along with a handwritten signature in black ink.

Both pages are set against a plain gray background, suggesting that the image may be intended for use in a catalog or database. The overall appearance of the image implies that it is a scanned or photographed page from a library or archival collection, possibly used for research or documentation purposes.

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The image shows the inside cover of a book or journal. There are several pieces of paper attached to it, each containing handwritten or typed notes. Here's a detailed description of each piece of paper:

  1. Top Left Note (Handwritten):

    • Written in black ink.
    • Text: "LIBRARY JOURNAL FEB 1/53"
  2. Middle Left Note (Typed):

    • This note provides information about the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.
    • It mentions that the museum was founded in 1903 and is devoted to the study of the arts of Northern Europe.
    • The museum's collection includes drawings, prints, paintings, and sculptures.
    • It highlights that the museum has a comprehensive collection of German and Austrian art, including works by artists such as Dürer, Cranach, Holbein, and Kollwitz.
    • The note also mentions that the museum publishes a quarterly bulletin and has a reference library.
  3. Top Right Note (Typed):

    • This note is from the "GAZETTE DES BEAUX ARTS" dated February 2, 1973.
    • It lists the contents of the October 1972 issue of "Chronique des Arts."
    • The contents include articles on various art-related topics, such as exhibitions, museums, and art history.
  4. Middle Right Note (Handwritten):

    • Written in black ink.
    • Text: "Feb 5 1973"

The background of the inside cover appears to be a textured, possibly fabric-like material, with a muted color palette. The notes are attached with what seems to be adhesive or tape.