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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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This image shows a page from an edition of "The Boston Globe" dated Saturday, April 16, 1927. The main article is titled "MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20." The accompanying black-and-white photograph illustrates a grand building, presumably the Fogg Museum, which is described as located on Quincy Street in Cambridge. The article details the move of the museum's collections from the old building, which was originally constructed in 1895, to a new, $2,000,000 building designed to accommodate the increased space needed for the museum's expanding collections. The article also mentions the integration of spaces for lectures, classes, and exhibitions in the new building.

Below the main article, there are two notices from the "Harvard University Gazette." One notice, dated Monday, April 4, mentions a faculty meeting of the Engineering School in University Hall at 4 p.m. Another notice, dated Thursday, April 7, promotes a lecture by Professor Charles Diehl discussing "Byzantine Art in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries," to be held at the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum at 3 p.m.

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This is a photograph of an open book or document from April 1927, showcasing newspaper clippings and announcements on a page. The main clipping is from "The Boston Globe," dated Saturday, April 16, 1927, with the headline "Moving Treasures from Old to New Fogg Museum at Harvard, Which Opens June 20." The article discusses the construction of a new $2,000,000 Fogg Art Museum on Quincy Street in Cambridge, replacing the old building due to the need for more space for classes, exhibitions, and collections. The new museum is described as a modern adaptation of the Georgian style, with well-proportioned galleries and a grand hall. The article mentions the efforts of Professor Jaul J. Sachs in overseeing the transition of priceless art treasures from the old to the new building.

Below the main article, there are two smaller clippings from "Harvard University Gazette" dated Monday, April 4, and Thursday, April 7, 1927. The first clipping announces a faculty meeting of the Engineering School and a lecture on "Civilized Contemporary Painting from Cézanne to Picasso." The second clipping announces a Romance Seminary meeting and a lecture on "Byzantine Art in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries" by Professor Charles Diehl of the University of Paris.

The image also shows the spine of the book and the right edge of the page, indicating it is part of a bound collection or scrapbook. The background is a plain, light-colored surface.

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This image displays an open book, showing a page from The Boston Globe dated Saturday, April 16, 1927.

The dominant feature is a prominent newspaper article titled:

MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20

Beneath this headline is a large black-and-white photograph captioned:

NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, LOCATED ON QUINCY ST. CAMBRIDGE

The photograph depicts the exterior of a large, classical-style institutional building, likely the new Fogg Museum. A long, straight walkway leads up to the building’s main entrance. Leafless trees frame the scene, suggesting it was taken in late winter or early spring. Several figures can be seen walking along the path, providing a sense of scale.

The article itself, spanning several columns, details the transition of Harvard’s art collection from its old, cramped building to the new, spacious, and modern $2,000,000 museum designed in a “Twentieth Century Cambridge” style, inspired by Georgian architecture. It highlights the challenges of the move, the improved facilities (including a Great Hall, lecture hall, and well-proportioned galleries), and mentions that the museum will open to the public on June 20.

On the bottom half of the page, two distinct notices are published under the heading Harvard University Gazette, dated April 2, 1927:

  1. Monday, April 4: An illustrated lecture titled “Civilized Contemporary Painting from Cézanne to Picasso” by Mr. Forbes Watson, Editor of “The Arts,” at 4:30 P.M. in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Thursday, April 7: A Romance Seminary meeting (3 P.M., University Hall) followed by lectures on “Byzantine Art in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries,” presented in both English and French by Professor Charles Diehl of the University of Paris, at 3 P.M. in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum.

The page is printed on aged, cream-colored newsprint and is bound in what appears to be a red or maroon hardcover scrapbook or archive volume, as indicated by the visible binding on the left edge. The overall impression is historical, documenting a significant cultural transition for Harvard University.

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The image is of an open book with a newspaper clipping inside. The newspaper clipping is from the Boston Globe and is dated April 16, 1927. The headline reads "Moving Treasures from Old to New Fogg Museum at Harvard, Which Opens June 20." The article discusses the upcoming opening of the new Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, which is located on Quincy Street in Cambridge. The article mentions that the new museum will be built with a budget of $2,000,000 and will be under construction for more than a year. The article also mentions that the old Fogg Museum, which was built in 1895, will be closed and its collection will be moved to the new museum.

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The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping, which is part of a scrapbook. The clipping is from "The Boston Globe," dated Saturday, April 16, 1927. The headline reads, "MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20." The article is about the relocation of art treasures from the old Fogg Museum to the new Fogg Museum at Harvard University, which was set to open on June 20.

The newspaper clipping features a black-and-white photograph of the new Fogg Museum, which is a large, imposing building with a symmetrical facade and a central entrance. The building is surrounded by trees, and there are people walking on the sidewalk in front of it. The old Fogg Museum is also pictured, showing a smaller, older building with a more traditional architectural style.

The article provides details about the new museum, including its location on Quincy Street in Cambridge, and describes its modern design and spacious galleries. It mentions that the museum will house a collection of art, including paintings, sculptures, and other works, and that it will be open to the public. The article also notes that the old museum will be repurposed for other uses.

The clipping is placed on a page of the scrapbook, which contains other newspaper clippings and handwritten notes. The scrapbook appears to be a collection of articles and information related to the arts and culture, possibly created by someone with an interest in art history or museum studies.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook containing a newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe, dated Saturday, April 16, 1927. The headline of the article reads:

"MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20"

Description of the Image:

Headline and Layout:

  • The headline is prominently displayed at the top of the page in bold, capitalized text.
  • Below the headline, there is a large, black-and-white illustration of the New Fogg Museum at Harvard, located on Quincy Street in Cambridge. The illustration shows the exterior of the building, featuring its architectural details, including windows, a pathway, and surrounding greenery.

Article Content:

  • The article discusses the relocation and transformation of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It mentions that the new museum, costing approximately $2,000,000, will open to the public on June 30.
  • Key points from the article include:
    • The new museum is located on Quincy Street, Cambridge, and is described as a modern facility with well-proportioned galleries.
    • The old Fogg Museum building, which was originally constructed in 1895, is being repurposed. It was designed by William M. Kendall of the firm McKim, Mead & White and was originally the Hindman House.
    • The new museum is noted for its Twentieth Century Building style, with features such as large windows, spacious rooms, and modern lighting.
    • The article highlights the museum's collection, which includes works from the Elizabeth Eggling Collection and other notable acquisitions.
    • The museum will feature lecture halls, exhibition spaces, and lecture rooms, with the old building being used for public lectures and other purposes.

Additional Text:

  • To the left of the article, there is a vertical column of text that appears to be from another section of the newspaper or a different page. This text includes various notes, names, and references, such as:
    • Mentions of individuals like Mrs. Carson, Margaret New, and Faron Hale.
    • References to events, such as a lecture on "Civilized Contemporary Painting from Cézanne to Picasso" by Mr. Forbes Watson, scheduled for Monday, April 4, 1927, at 4:30 P.M. in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum.
    • Announcements for other university events, such as a Romance Seminar on Thursday, April 7, 1927, at 3 P.M. in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum.

Design and Condition:

  • The page appears to be part of a scrapbook or archive, as indicated by the visible spine of the book on the left side and the slightly worn edges of the paper.
  • The newspaper clipping is well-preserved, with clear typography and illustrations.

Overall Context:

The image captures a historical moment in the development of Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, showcasing the transition from an older building to a new, modern facility. The accompanying text provides additional context about university events and lectures, reflecting the cultural and academic activities of the time. The layout and design suggest it is part of a curated collection or scrapbook documenting significant events and developments from 1927.

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This is a scanned image of a page from The Boston Globe dated Saturday, April 16, 1927. The centerpiece is an article titled "Moving Treasures from Old to New Fogg Museum at Harvard, Which Opens June 20." It features an image of the new Fogg Museum at Harvard University, located on Quincy Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The building is visible with its classic academic style architecture, symmetrical facade, and surrounding bare trees. Small figures of people are walking toward the building, adding scale to the scene.

The article highlights the new $2,000,000 Fogg Museum, emphasizing its design and purpose. Below the main article, there is a smaller section from the Harvard University Gazette, dated April 2, 1927, listing upcoming events and lectures, such as discussions on art and cultural topics. These announcements likely underscore the intellectual and artistic endeavors associated with the museum's opening.

The overall layout of the page reflects the period's publication style, combining both text and imagery to convey information.

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  • A scrapbook page containing an old newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe, dated Saturday, April 16, 1927.
  • The main headline reads: “MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20.”
  • A large photograph shows the Fogg Museum building at Harvard (located on Quincy St, Cambridge) with a walkway and bare trees in front.
  • A caption under the photo reads: “NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, LOCATED ON QUINCY ST, CAMBRIDGE.”
  • The body of the clipping discusses the museum’s move and opening details.
  • Below the main clipping is a smaller clipping from Harvard University Gazette with notices about lectures and events (April 4 and April 7) in a layout with light borders and smaller type.
  • The page has a vintage, sepia-toned appearance typical of 1920s newspaper print.

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The image displays a page from The Boston Globe newspaper, dated Saturday, April 16, 1927. The main headline reads "MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20." The article is accompanied by a photograph of the "NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, LOCATED ON QUINCY ST, CAMBRIDGE."

In the photograph, we see the Fogg Museum with a classic three-story building featuring large windows and an entrance flanked by Leafless trees suggests it might be either late fall or early spring. A pathway leads to the entrance, where several individuals can be spotted approaching the museum.

The article beneath the photograph talks about a $2,000,000 Fogg Art Museum nearing completion at Harvard University and discusses the moving process of art treasures from the old place to the new facility. The goal is to make the collection more accessible.

The image also shows pieces of other articles and advertisements, such as the "Harvard University Gazette" headlines for events on Monday, April 4 and Thursday, April 7 with various lectures. The topmost article fragment mentions a Japanese group of art and a ship named "City of Nagoya." The edge of the paper is frayed, and the page is mounted or stored in a way that it appears to be part of a collection, as evidenced by the label on the top left corner, which seems to show a date, possibly related to when the paper was archived or exhibited.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe dated Saturday, April 16, 1927. The headline reads: "Moving Treasures from Old to New Fogg Museum at Harvard, Which Opens June 20". Below the headline is a black and white photograph of the new Fogg Museum at Harvard, located on Quincy Street in Cambridge. The image depicts the museum building with a few people walking towards the entrance. The area appears to be surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Accompanying the photograph is an article discussing Harvard's new $2,000,000 Fogg Art Museum, detailing the processes involved in moving the treasures to the new location and the challenges faced. The clipping also features excerpts from the Harvard University Gazette dated April 2, 1927, detailing academic lectures and meetings at Harvard, including topics such as "Civilized Contemporary Painting from Cézanne to Picasso" and "Byzantine Art in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries".