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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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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"
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.
The image presents a newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe, dated Saturday, April 16, 1927, featuring a prominent headline that reads: "MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20." The clipping is displayed on a page of an old book, with the left side of the page visible and the right side cut off.
In summary, the image showcases a newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe, dated April 16, 1927, announcing the opening of the new Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The clipping features a prominent headline, a photograph of the museum, and an article with detailed information about the museum's features and exhibits. Additionally, it lists upcoming events related to the museum's opening, including lectures and meetings. The clipping is pasted onto a page of an old book, which adds to its historical significance and nostalgic value.
This image presents a page from an old book or scrapbook, featuring 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." The article is accompanied by a photograph of the new Fogg Museum at Harvard, situated on Quincy Street in Cambridge.
Below the newspaper clipping, a handwritten note in black ink indicates that the article was cut from the Harvard University Gazette, dated Monday, April 4, 1927. The note also mentions a lecture by Mr. Forbes Watson, Editor of "The Arts," titled "Civilized Contemporary Painting from Cézanne to Picasso," scheduled for 4:30 p.m. on April 4, 1927, in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum.
The page appears to be part of a larger collection of newspaper clippings and notes, likely compiled by someone interested in art, history, or Harvard University. The overall tone of the image is one of nostalgia and historical significance, providing a glimpse into the past and the evolution of the Fogg Museum at Harvard.
The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, dated April 16, 1927, from "THE BOSTON GLOBE," nestled within a scrapbook or photo album. The clipping is titled "MOVING TREASURES FROM OLD TO NEW FOGG MUSEUM AT HARVARD, WHICH OPENS JUNE 20."
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The image showcases a piece of historical ephemera, providing insight into the past and the significance of the Fogg Museum's relocation. The inclusion of additional clippings suggests that the scrapbook or photo album is a curated collection of notable events and news from the time period.
The image presents a vintage 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."
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