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The image shows an open book titled "Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin" with the specific volume being XXV, number 26. The content on the displayed pages is an "Annual Report for 1926."

Key Points from the Annual Report:

1. Appointments and Resignations:

   • Mr. William T. Aldrich was appointed as an Associate Member in January 1927 to serve on the Museum’s Committee until 1932. He was also appointed as a member of the Committee on Paintings.
   • Mr. Holmes, Director of the Museum, is now the ex officio Chairman of this Committee.
   • Dr. Charles W. Eliot resigned as a member of the Board after fifty-six years.
   • Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow resigned as a member after forty-five years.
   • Dr. Harold Edgell resigned as a member of the Board.
   • Mr. Richard Cary Curtis was appointed by Harvard College.
   • Mr. Charles Kuhnli was appointed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
   • Mr. Sidney W. Thaxter and Mr. William Emerson were appointed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
   • Mr. George W. Pierce was elected as a Trustee.
   • Mr. Michael J. Murray succeeded Mr. George Robert White as the Honorable Michael J. Murray.
   • Mr. Matthew S. Donnelly was appointed as the ex officio member as President of the Boston Society of Architects.

2. Financial Summary:

   • The Museum received a bequest of $131,227.74, including $150,000 from the Maria Antoinette Evans Fund.
   • The total annual subscriptions amounted to $73,000, contributed by 2,949 Annual Subscribers.
   • The Museum's expenses for the year were $11,000 more than in 1925, totaling $168,000.

3. Attendance and Public Engagement:

   • The Museum saw a significant increase in attendance, with over 417,000 visitors, the highest since 1923.
   • The Museum was open on Mondays during December 1926 and January 1927, which contributed to the increased attendance.
   • Over 2,000 visitors attended Sunday talks and guided tours.
   • The Museum hosted various lectures, including those by Dr. Dows Dunham and Dr. James F. Ballard.

4. Exhibitions and Acquisitions:

   • The Museum acquired several notable artworks, including paintings by El Greco, Titian, and Degas.
   • An exhibition of modern decorative and industrial arts from Paris 1925 was held.
   • The Museum also acquired sculptures and drawings by Antoine Maillet.

5. Educational Programs:

   • The School of the Museum had a total enrollment of 328 students.
   • Plans were made to expand the school's facilities to accommodate more students.

6. Future Plans:

   • The Museum planned to construct a new wing for decorative arts and additional galleries.
   • The construction was expected to begin in the spring of 1927.

The report highlights the Museum's growth, financial status, public engagement, and future plans for expansion and educational programs.

The image is a page from the "Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin," specifically from the 26th volume, covering the Annual Report for 1926. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Corrigenda:

   • Mr. William T. Aldrich was appointed to the Board of Trustees at the Annual Meeting in January 1927 to replace Mr. Edward Jackson Holmes, who had passed away.
   • Richard E. Danielson was appointed as a member of the Visiting Committee to the Library, and Mr. Guy W. Currier became the new ex officio Chairman of the Paintings Committee.

2. Resumé of the Report:

   • The death of three prominent trustees in 1926: Dr. Charles W. Eliot, Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow, and Mr. George Hardwood Edgell.
   • New trustees appointed include Mr. Richard C. Curtis, Mr. Charles Kimball Cummings, Mr. Edwin H. Howland, Mr. Guy W. Currier, and others.

3. Financials and Subscriptions:

   • The total income for the year was $317,226, which included $150,000 from subscriptions and other donations, a bequest of $50,000 from Edward Pearson Beebe, and a further sum of $73,000 from annual contributions.
   • The deficit for the year was $1,000, with an effort to close the deficit through various means, including a reduction in expenses and better financial management.

4. Exhibitions and Gifts:

   • Exhibitions included objects from the International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, Paris 1925, and other contemporary collections.
   • Notable acquisitions included a painting by St. Fermore, a Japanese screen, and a large collection of Flemish tapestries from the fifteenth century.

5. Museum Activities:

   • The Museum continued to operate with Monday closures for economic reasons.
   • The School of the Museum had a total registration of 328 students and a variety of educational programs and activities.
   • The annual attendance was substantial, with over 2,000 visitors on the opening day and a significant number during the summer hours.

6. Harvard Expedition:

   • An expedition to Egypt was conducted, with a focus on the Great Pyramid at Giza.
   • Mr. Dows Dunham was appointed as Assistant Curator in the Department.

The page captures the ongoing efforts and achievements of the Museum of Fine Arts in maintaining its collections, managing financial resources, and expanding its educational outreach during 1926.

The document is the 51st Annual Report for the Museum of Fine Arts for the year 1926. Key points include the appointment of new trustees and committee members, such as Mr. William T. Aldrich, Mr. Richard E. Danielson, and Mrs. Danielson. The report mentions the deaths of three long-serving trustees and the appointment of their successors. The museum's financial report is highlighted, with an income of $317,232.26, including significant bequests and annual subscriptions. The report also discusses the need for increased financial support due to rising costs and reduced purchasing power of the dollar. Notable acquisitions include a collection of Chinese limestones, Indian textiles, a French painted room, and important paintings by El Greco, Rembrandt, and other masters. The report also details the installation of new galleries, the expansion of the library, and the continued operation of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, which saw an increased enrollment of 328 students. The museum's public service efforts, including lectures, concerts, and guided tours, are also noted, with over 2,000 people attending lectures and 6,244 children participating in the Story Hours. The report concludes with plans for a new building to house the school.

The image displays a page from the Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin, Volume XXV, No. 146, dated August 1927. It contains a section titled "Annual Report for 1926."

Key Points from the Annual Report:

Correspondence:

• Mr. William T. Aldrich was appointed by the Board of Trustees in January 1927 to fill a vacancy caused by the death of Trustees member George Robert White. He was also elected as a member of the Committee on the Museum until 1930, and now serves as the ex-officio Chairman of this Committee.
• Mr. Richard C. Daley was appointed as a member of the Visiting Committee to the Library.
• Mr. Henry L. Shattuck was appointed to the Committee on the Museum.
• Mr. Robert Walcott was appointed to the Committee on the Department of Paintings.

Resume of the Report:

The 51st Annual Report of the Museum for 1926 notes the death of three well-known Trustees:

• Charles W. Eliot, a member of the Board since the original Act of Incorporation in 1870.
• George Robert White, a generous benefactor.
• Edward Jackson Holmes, who had served for fifty-five years.

New members appointed at the Annual Meeting include:

• George H. Edgell
• Henry P. Kidder
• Charles K. Cummings
• Robert Treat Paine
• Edward Jackson Holmes (appointed Director of the Museum).

Trustee Developments:

• Mr. Guy W. Currier became a Trustee through election as President of the Board of Trustees.
• Mr. Arthur Tracy Cabot and Mr. Nathaniel Thayer were elected to fill vacancies.

Financial Overview:

• The total income for 1926 was $317,232.25, including a $150,000 bequest from the Maria Antoinette legacy.
• The total amount subscribed was $50,000, with contributions from Edward Perry Warren and other supporters.
• The Museum's total subscription exceeded $11,000 more than in 1925.

Museum Activities and Growth:

• The Museum continued to face increasing deficits despite normal growth.
• To address these deficits, the Museum has decided to close on Mondays starting in 1927 for greater economy.
• Additional resources are crucial for the Museum's continued public service and cultural contributions.

Important Gifts and Acquisitions:

• Dr. Denman W. Ross donated significant pieces, including a Greek limestone head, a Buddha from Indo-China, and a Chinese painting.
• The Museum acquired works by artists such as El Greco, Tintoretto, and Tiepolo.
• Various other gifts included Flemish tapestries, a Persian carpet, paintings, and sculptures.

Exhibitions and Special Events:

• Exhibitions included objects from the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris, and a collection of Oriental rugs.
• A French painting by Mr. Guy Lowell was added to the collection.

School and Expansion:

• The School of the Museum registered 328 students and plans to expand due to increasing enrollment.
• A new building project is planned on a plot of land on Museum Road.

The report concludes with a note on the date of the next Annual Meeting, set for January 21, 1926. However, it mentions that the next meeting will actually be held on January 19, 1927.

The image shows a page from the Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin, specifically the Annual Report for 1926, Volume XXV, number 26. The page is titled "Annual Report for 1926" and includes a section labeled "Corrigenda."

Here are the key details from the page:

Corrigenda:

• Mr. William T. Aldrich was appointed to the Board of Trustees at the Annual Meeting in January 1927, to serve as a member of the Committee on the Museum until 1928, replacing Mr. Edward Jackson Holmes who had served since 1923.
• Mr. Richard E. Danielson was appointed to the Visiting Committee to the Library and Mr. Guy W. Currier to the Committee on the Department of Paintings.

Resume of the Report:

• The Museum reports the deaths of three Trustees: Dr. Charles W. Eliot, Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow, and Mr. George Hawell Edgell.
• Several appointments are noted, including Mr. Edwin James Holmes as Director of the Museum, Mr. Charles Kimball Cummings as a Trustee, and Mr. Guy W. Currier as a Trustee ex officio through his position as President of the Boston Public Library.
• The financial summary indicates a total income of $317,232.26, including $150,000 from the Maria Antoinette legacy and a bequest of $50,000 from Edward Pierpont Beebe. The total sum subscribed in 1926 is $1,100 more than in 1925, representing less than a quarter of the total needed for the building.

Museum Activities:

• The Museum faced a deficit due to the construction of a new wing, necessitating additional funds to address appeals for support.
• Important gifts included a painting by El Greco, tapestries from the fifteenth century, and several other significant pieces.
• Exhibitions included objects from the International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts and a collection of Oriental rugs.
• The installation of galleries for European and American paintings is reported.
• The Museum's School had 328 students, with plans to expand enrollment in the next school year.
• The Harvard University Museum of Fine Arts Expedition to Egypt and the Great Pyramid at Giza is mentioned.

The document also notes various improvements and new acquisitions, including a new wing for the Museum and the installation of new galleries, along with an increase in attendance and educational activities.

The image is a page from the "Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin," specifically Volume XXV, Number 26, titled "Annual Report for 1926." The page includes several sections of interest:

Corrigenda:

• Mr. William T. Aldrich was appointed to the Board of Trustees in January 1927 to serve on the Committee on the Museum until 1928. He replaced Mr. Edwin Jackson Holmes, who had served since 1918. Mr. Richard E. Daniels was appointed to the Committee on the Library and Mr. Guy W. Currier to the Committee on Paintings.

Resume of the Report:

• Deaths of Trustees: The report records the deaths of three trustees: Dr. Charles W. Eliot, who had served for fifty-six years; Mr. Edward Jackson Holmes, who had served for ten years; and Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow, who had served for forty-five years.

• New Appointments:

  • Mr. George Hardol Edgell was appointed to the Board of Trustees.
  • Mr. Richard Cary Curtis, appointed by Harvard College.
  • Mr. Charles Kimball Cummings, appointed by the Boston Athenaeum.
  • Mr. Edwin James Holmes, appointed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
  • Mr. Guy W. Currier became President of the Board of Trustees.

• Financial Overview:

  • The Museum’s income for 1926 was $317,232.66, including $150,000 from the Edward Perry Warren bequest and $73,000 from the Edward Jackson Holmes bequest.
  • The total sum subscribed in 1925 was $1,100 more than in 1926, but the deficit was still less than a quarter of the amount.

• Expenditures and Purchases:

  • Important gifts included a Khmer limestone head, an Indian textile, and a painting attributed to Caravaggio.
  • Notable purchases included Flemish tapestries, a painting by Tintoretto, and various other significant artworks.

• Exhibitions:

  • The Museum hosted the International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, Paris, 1925, featuring contemporary Italian paintings and sculptures.
  • Oriental rugs were also displayed.

• Egyptian Expedition:

  • The Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition to Egypt continued, with the discovery of a bust chamber of Queen Hatshepsut.

• School of the Museum:

  • The School of the Museum had a total registration of 328 students and hosted 6,244 children for the Story Hours during the summer.

The report emphasizes the Museum’s ongoing efforts to secure financial support, expand collections, and enhance educational programs.

The image shows a page from a book or bulletin titled "MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS BULLETIN," specifically the "Annual Report for 1926." The page is marked with "XXV, 26" at the top, and is labeled "CORRIGENDA." The text begins with a correction about Mr. William T. Aldrich being appointed by the Board of Trustees at the Annual Meeting in January 1927 to serve as a member of the Committee on the Museum, replacing Mr. Edward Jackson Holmes.

The report summarizes the activities and financial details of the Museum of Fine Arts for the year 1926. It mentions the appointment of trustees, the financial condition of the museum, gifts and loans received, attendance statistics, and the activities of various departments. Key financial figures include total income of $317,232.26, with $150,000 derived from the Maria Antoinette legacy and a bequest of $50,000 from Edward Pierson Beebe.

The report discusses important gifts added to the collections, exhibitions held, and improvements in visitor attendance and educational programs. It also notes the construction of a new building for the School of the Museum, which had 328 students and was expected to provide increased enrollment capacity.

At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note reading "April, 1927." The page is carefully mounted within a larger bound volume with a protective edge and is part of a formal printed document related to museum administration and history.

The image depicts a page from a book or publication titled "Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin," specifically the "Annual Report for 1926." The header includes a volume and page number "XXV, 26" and indicates that there is a correction labeled "CORRIGENDA."

The text on the page provides information about the annual report for the year 1926, including appointments made by the Board of Trustees at their meeting in January 1927. It notes the appointment of Mr. William T. Aldrich to serve as a member of the Committee on the Museum until 1928, replacing Mr. Edward Jackson Holmes, who has become the Director of the Museum. Additionally, Mr. Richard E. Dannison has been appointed to the Library Committee, and Mrs. Daneesha has joined the Visiting Committee to the Department of Paintings.

The report details the museum's activities, financial contributions, and new acquisitions for the year, including specific donations and bequests. Further information is provided about trustees, gifts of money, and general support received by the museum. There are also mentions of new exhibitions and installations carried out by the museum's departments.

The date "April, 1927" is handwritten at the bottom of the page, possibly indicating the publication date or the date the report was compiled.

The page is neatly set into a red hardcover book, indicating it is part of a bound volume. There's a margin on the left, suggesting that it is a scanned image of an actual physical page. On the right side, part of another page is visible, including a photograph with text, which is partially obscured from view.

This is a photograph of an open page from the "Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin," specifically the "Annual Report for 1926." The page is from a bound publication and appears to be a historical document, given the year mentioned in the title. The report is typed in a two-column format, with the left-hand side detailing the appointment of Mr. William T. Aldrich to a position on various committees related to the Museum of Fine Arts, and other organizational matters. The right-hand side of the page lists various acquisitions, donations, and financial details about the museum's operations for the year.

The page includes typical artifacts of a physical document including fold lines, slight discoloration, and a crease where the binding is located. There is handwriting in pencil at the bottom right corner of the page with the date "April / 1927," suggesting this could be the date when the report was entered into the record, a note made by a reader, or a library accession date.

The page number "XXV, 26" is visible in the top left corner, indicating this is page 26 from volume 25 of the publication. The bulletin is inside a protective housing, with the left edge of the page seen running into the spine of the book, suggesting this is a volume that has been carefully preserved. Overall, this photograph gives the viewer an insight into the historical documentation and archival practices related to the Museum of Fine Arts.

The image shows an open page from a publication titled "Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin", specifically the Annual Report for 1926. The page is part of a formal document detailing the activities, financial status, and governance of the museum for the year 1926. Here is a detailed description:

Textual Content:

1. Header:

   • The top of the page includes the title "MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS BULLETIN" and the section heading "Annual Report for 1926", followed by the subheading "CORRESPONDENDA".

2. Main Body:

   • The report is structured as a formal narrative, beginning with a resignation announcement:
     • Mr. William T. Aldrich is noted as having been appointed to the Board of Trustees at the Annual Meeting in January 1927, to serve until a member of the Committee on the Museum until 1928 in place of Mr. Edward Jackson Holmes.
     • Mr. Holmes, who had served as Chairman of the Committee, is now ex officio Chairman of the Committee.
   • Appointments and Resignations:
     • Mr. Richard E. Damon was appointed a member of the Visiting Committee to the Library.
     • Mr. Denison was appointed a member of the Visiting Committee to the Department of Paintings.
   • Resignation of the Director:
     • The report details the resignation of Dr. Charles W. Eliot, the fifty-six-year member of the Board and last of the original incorporators, Desmond FitzGerald, who had served for forty-five years, and Mr. George Harold Edgell, who had served for forty-five years as Bigelow Lecturer.
     • Dr. Edgell was appointed to succeed Dr. Eliot on January 20, 1927.
   • New Members:
     • Other new members include Mr. Richard Cary Curtis, Mr. Charles Kimball Cummings, Mr. Edward Saley Webster, Mr. William Emerson, and Mr. Guy W. Currie.
   • Election of Officers:
     • Mr. Guy W. Currie became President of the Board of Trustees of the Boston Public Library.
     • Mr. Michael J. Murray succeeded the Honorable Michael J. Murray as Director of the Museum.
   • Financial Overview:
     • The report outlines the financial status of the museum:
       • Annual gifts of $317,132 were received.
       • Legacy and bequest of $150,000 from Mara Antoinette and a bequest of $50,000 from Edward Pierson Beebe.
       • Annual subscription of $73,000 contributed by 2,949 Annual Subscribers.
     • The total sum of loyal supporters was only small, representing less than a quarter of the year's operating expenses.
     • The museum faced a seriously increasing deficit, and it was noted that the museum must continue to address appeals for financial support from the community.

3. Gifts and Acquisitions:

   • The report highlights significant gifts and acquisitions, including:
     • Dr. William W. Aldrich contributed a Klimt painting through the generosity of Mr. Edward J. Holmes.
     • Mr. Jerome contributed a Campaccio painting and a Japanese lacquer box.
     • Mrs. Guy Lowell gave a French painting by Mr. Ephoch.
     • Mr. Louis XV painting by Mr. Guy Lowell was also contributed.
     • Mr. Robert Paine donated a new painting, "Snowy Forest," by John H. Clark.
     • Mr. El Greco contributed The Begare, by El Greco.
     • A set of Finnish tapestries from the fifteen century, once belonging to the Cardinal Ferry de Clugny, was acquired.
     • Three paintings—The Adoration of the Magi, by Tricerchi, and The Parification of the Temple, by El Greco, and The Carriages at the Races, by Despas—were drawn into the collection.
     • Exhibitions of special interest included objects from the International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, Paris, 1925, a group of contemporary Italian paintings and sculpture, and drawings by Aristide Maillol.
     • Textiles from the Museum collection and a collection of Oriental rugs lent by Mr. James F. Ballard were also featured.

4. Building and Expansion:

   • The installation of the galleries in the new wing for the Department of the Decorative Arts of Europe and America was reported to be progressing satisfactorily.
   • The date of opening could not yet be stated.
   • Mr. Edwin James Hopkins had been promoted from Keeper to Curator of the Department, and the title of Miss Gertrude Town-send was promoted to Keeper of Textiles.
   • An expedition to Egypt by Harvard University—Museum of Fine Arts Expedition was mentioned, with the underground direction of Dr. Reisner to clear the burial chamber of the Sumerian diorite head of three paintings.
   • Within the precincts of the Great Pyramid at Giza, Mr. Dows Dunham was appointed Assistant Curator.
   • Admissions were reported to be higher than in any previous year except 1925, more than for the Sargent Memorial Exhibition attracted larger attendance.
   • Over 2,000 persons attended Sunday Talks, and guidance in the galleries was given to 6,262 children during the summer.
   • The School of the Museum had a total registration of 328 students. Space had to house a larger enrollment, and it was noted that a new building would be needed soon.

Visual Elements:

• Left Margin:

  • The left margin shows a handwritten note with the number "200" at the top, likely indicating a page number or reference.
  • Below the number, there is a handwritten signature or annotation that reads "April 1927", possibly indicating when the document was reviewed or annotated.

• Right Margin:

  • The right margin contains an illustration or diagram depicting what appears to be a floor plan or architectural layout. The illustration includes labeled sections and details, suggesting it is related to the museum's building or expansion plans mentioned in the text.

Overall Context:

The page is a formal, detailed report summarizing the museum's activities, financial status, governance changes, acquisitions, and expansion plans for the year 1926. It reflects the museum's efforts to maintain operations, secure funding, and expand its collections and facilities. The inclusion of both textual and visual elements (the floor plan) underscores the comprehensive nature of the report.

Final Answer:
The image depicts a page from the 1926 Annual Report of the Museum of Fine Arts Bulletin, detailing governance changes, financial status, acquisitions, and expansion plans. It includes a handwritten note ("April 1927") and an architectural illustration on the right margin, likely related to the museum's building or expansion. The report highlights significant gifts, exhibitions, and the ongoing development of the museum's collections and facilities.