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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805490

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The image appears to be a page from a publication, possibly a magazine or a brochure, dated April 1973. The page is divided into two main sections:

  1. Left Section:

    • At the top, there is a black and white illustration of a Wedgwood medallion from 1790, depicting Ganymede feeding an eagle.
    • Below the illustration, there is a detailed description of the medallion, explaining its historical significance and the design elements. It mentions that the portrait is a white relief on a dipped green ground and is marked "Wedgwood" at the left crown of the reverse. The text also notes that there is a memorandum in Josiah Wedgwood's hand indicating that this was a trial example.
    • The section is titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg," and it provides information about the exhibition of Old Wedgwood at the Fogg Art Museum. It discusses the collection of the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest, including portrait medallions, vases, and bas-reliefs.
  2. Right Section:

    • This section is titled "Exhibitions" and contains information about the exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • It mentions that the Fogg's precious collection of Old Wedgwood, inherited via the generosity of Grenville L. Winthrop, will be on display from April 19 through May 27. There are also details about other exhibitions, including "Rockscapes by C. C. Wang," "Earlier Landscapes from his Collection," and a "Continuing exhibit of Contemporary American Photographs."
    • At the bottom of this section, there is a drawing titled "Danny Lyon's Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965," from the current exhibition of contemporary American photographs at the Fogg. The text is dated "Harvard Bulletin April 1973."

The page appears to be part of a publication related to art exhibitions and collections, specifically focusing on Wedgwood and contemporary American photographs. The layout is clean and informative, with clear sections and detailed descriptions of the artworks and exhibitions.

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This image is a page from a publication, likely a newsletter or bulletin, dated April 1973. The page is printed on a light brown paper and contains text and images related to art exhibitions and collections.

On the left side of the page, there is an article titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg." It discusses the collection of old Wedgwood ceramics, particularly portrait medallions, vases, and bas-reliefs, which were part of the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest to the Fogg Art Museum. The text mentions that these pieces will be on display from April 19 through May 27. There is also a small image of a Wedgwood medallion from 1790, depicting Ganymede feeding an eagle. The caption explains that this is a white relief on a dipped green ground and was a trial example.

On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "Exhibitions," which provides information about various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions the display of Winthrop's Wedgwood collection, an exhibition of Rockscapes by C.C. Wang, and a continuing exhibit of Contemporary American Photographs. There is also a photograph of a piece titled "Danny Lyon's Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965," which is part of the contemporary American photographs exhibition.

The page also includes handwritten notes at the bottom right corner, which appear to be annotations or comments related to the content of the page.

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An open book displays a page with three pieces of paper attached to it. The paper on the left has a drawing of a man holding a bowl with a bird perched on his shoulder. The paper in the middle has a drawing of a man standing in water. The paper on the right has a list of names and a signature. The book has a brown cover and is placed on a white surface.

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The image shows an open book with two pages displaying text and images. The left page features a black-and-white image of a medallion with a man sitting under a tree, accompanied by a text box with details about the medallion. The right page has a smaller image of a drawing of a man and a text box with information about an exhibition. The book's spine is visible, and the pages are brown with a slightly worn appearance.

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The image shows an open book or catalog, likely from an exhibition or museum publication, dated April 1973. The book is open to two pages, with the left page featuring a detailed description and the right page displaying an exhibition listing.

Left Page:

  • Title: "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg"
  • Content: The page discusses the collection of old Wedgwood items in the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest to the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights the variety of colors and patterns in the Wedgwood pieces, including green, blue, black, yellow, and white. The text mentions portrait medallions, vases, and bas-reliefs, as well as a specific example of a Wedgwood medallion made in 1790, featuring Gayreide feeding an eagle. The medallion is described as having a white relief on a diapered green ground, with a crown on the reverse. A memorandum in Josiah Wedgwood's hand indicates that this was a trial example.
  • Exhibition Details: The text notes that a super exhibition of drawings and objects from the old Wedgwood will be on display at the Fogg from April 19 through May 27. It also references a special order of items from Josiah Wedgwood & Sons in 1827 by President Lowell, including a commemorative China set for Harvard, which will be displayed alongside other Wedgwood pieces.

Right Page:

  • Exhibition Listing: This section lists several exhibitions, including:
    • "The Fogg's precious collection of Old Wedgwood" under Grenville L. Winthrop, with a display scheduled from April 19–27 at the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts.
    • "Rockscapes by C. C. Wang" from April 16 through April 30 at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • "Porgy’s American Photographs" from April 16 through April 30 at the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts.
  • Visual Element: There is a small photograph or illustration at the top right of the page, depicting what appears to be a historical artifact or artwork labeled "Danny Lyon’s Scramble Racer, Indiana, 1965, from the current exhibition at the Fogg."
  • Handwritten Note: At the bottom right of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Harvard Bulletin April 1973," likely indicating the source or publication date of the catalog.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a catalog or bulletin from the Harvard Art Museums, specifically the Fogg Art Museum, detailing upcoming exhibitions and highlighting notable collections, such as the Wedgwood pieces in the Winthrop bequest. The layout combines descriptive text with exhibition schedules and visual elements, providing a comprehensive overview of the museum's programming for the spring of 1973.

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The image depicts an open book featuring a page with two newspaper clippings, showcasing a sketch of a man and a circular drawing of a man and a woman.

The left clipping, titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg," presents a sketch of a man and a woman, accompanied by text describing the Wedgwood medallion and its significance. The right clipping, titled "Exhibitions," features a sketch of a man and a landscape, with text detailing the Fogg's previous collection of Old Wedgwood and upcoming exhibitions.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the book and its contents.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or magazine, featuring two articles about art exhibitions. The left article is titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg" and includes a black-and-white illustration of a Wedgwood medallion. The right article is titled "Exhibitions" and mentions various exhibitions, including one on Old Wedgwood. A handwritten note in blue ink reads "Harvard Bulletin April 1973." The page has a brownish color and appears to be aged, with a visible crease down the middle. The background is a plain gray color.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings and a sketch.

Left Side:
The left side of the page contains a clipping with a title that reads "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg." The article discusses an exhibition of Wedgwood artifacts at the Fogg Art Museum, including a medallion made in 1790 by Josiah Wedgwood. The clipping also includes an image of the medallion, which depicts a man and woman under a tree.

Right Side:
The right side of the page features another clipping with a heading titled "Exhibitions." Although the text is partially cut off, it appears to be discussing various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including one on contemporary American photographs.

Sketch:
Below the "Exhibitions" clipping is a sketch of a landscape with trees and a body of water. The sketch is signed "Danny Lyon's Scrambler Racer, Indiana, 1965" and includes a handwritten note that reads "Harvard Bulletin and [illegible] 1973."

Overall:
The page is mounted on a brown cardboard background, which is slightly worn and creased. The overall appearance suggests that the scrapbook or photo album is old and has been handled frequently.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed page from an open book or scrapbook, featuring two newspaper clippings and a sketch.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • The left clipping is titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg" and discusses an exhibition of Wedgwood artifacts at the Fogg Museum. It includes a description of the items on display, including a Wedgwood medallion made in 1790.
  • The right clipping is titled "Exhibitions" and appears to be a list of upcoming exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, including one featuring contemporary American photographs.

Sketch:

  • A small sketch of a landscape with trees and a body of water is placed on top of the right clipping.
  • The sketch is accompanied by handwritten text that reads "Harvard Birthday April 1973" and "The H."

Background:

  • The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may have been scanned or photographed against a neutral backdrop.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of memorabilia or ephemera related to the Fogg Museum and its exhibitions, with a personal touch added by the handwritten note and sketch.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or a bound collection of documents, specifically related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The page contains two main sections:

  1. Left Side:

    • There is a circular illustration of a relief carving depicting a scene with figures and trees.
    • Below the illustration, there is a text box with the title "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg."
    • The text discusses an exhibition of Wedgwood ceramics at the Fogg Art Museum in 1973. It mentions that the collection includes examples of Wedgwood rich in variety and color, primarily from the 18th and early 19th centuries. The text also highlights specific items, such as a portrait medallion and a vase, and mentions an exhibition of drawings and watercolors by Josiah Wedgwood and his contemporaries.
  2. Right Side:

    • There is a smaller text box with the title "Exhibitions."
    • This section provides information about the Fogg's collection of Oriental ceramics and the exhibition of Wedgwood ceramics. It also mentions an exhibition of contemporary American photographs.
    • Below the text box, there is a smaller illustration or photograph, which appears to be a landscape or architectural drawing.
    • There is a handwritten note at the bottom of the page that reads "Harvard Bulletin April 1973" and "Pg. 19."

The overall theme of the page is centered around exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, particularly focusing on Wedgwood ceramics and contemporary American photography. The page includes both visual elements (illustrations) and textual information to provide context about the exhibitions.