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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790921

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The image shows a page from a historical newspaper, specifically from the "Boston Post" on June 21, 1927. The headline reads "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened." The page includes a photograph of the exterior of the Fogg Museum, which is framed in a black border. Below the photograph, there is a brief caption that says, "NEW FOGG MUSEUM OPENED YESTERDAY."

The main article discusses the opening of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, highlighting the event's significance and the contributions of various individuals and institutions. It mentions that the museum was formally and officially opened with appropriate dedicatory exercises. The article also provides details about the museum's collection, which includes works from the Harvard University collection and many leading private collections. It notes that the museum was formally dedicated on June 20, 1927, and that it was built to accommodate the growth of Harvard's art collections.

The page also includes a smaller article with the headline "Harvard Museum Opened," which appears to be a reprint from the "New York Times" dated June 21, 1927. This article reiterates the opening details and provides additional information about the museum's contributions and the presence of significant artworks.

The page is part of a larger collection, as indicated by the visible spine of the book or newspaper in the image. The text and image are well-preserved, reflecting the historical context of the time when the Fogg Museum of Art was opened.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century, primarily focused on the opening of the new Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The clippings are from three different newspapers: the Boston Post, the Boston Transcript, and The New York Times. The date of the articles is June 21, 1927.

The main article from the Boston Post is titled "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened." It includes a photograph of the museum building, which is described as a beautiful new structure. The article mentions that the museum was opened with appropriate dedicatory exercises in the presence of several hundred invited guests. It also notes that the museum was decorated with works of art from the Harvard University collection and from many of the country's leading private collections.

The article from the Boston Transcript discusses "Harvard's New Temple," describing the exuberant mendicancy by two earned chiefs of the Fogg Museum of Art. It mentions the contributions of President Lowell, Professor Forbes, and Professor Sachs, and the generous spirit of giving that sustained the museum's collections.

The New York Times article is titled "Harvard Museum Opened" and includes a brief mention of President Lowell praising Warburg and Rockefeller for their gifts to the museum. It also notes the presence of Bishop Lawrence, who offered a prayer, and the contributions of other prominent figures.

The clippings are preserved in a scrapbook or similar collection, as indicated by the visible binding and the way the articles are arranged on the page. The text is in English and the articles provide detailed information about the opening of the museum, the people involved, and the significance of the new building.

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This image shows an open, vintage scrapbook or album, displaying two pages of newspaper clippings from June 21, 1927. The clippings document the opening of the “New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard,” now known as the Harvard Art Museums.

The left page is dominated by the headline “New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened” from the Boston Post. Beneath the headline is a photograph of the museum’s exterior, described in the caption as “A corner of the beautiful new building.” The article details the opening ceremony, which was attended by over 600 guests, including Harvard alumni, faculty, and prominent figures like Charles A. Coolidge (the architect) and John D. Rockefeller, Jr. It mentions that the museum’s collection included works from leading private collectors and Harvard’s own holdings, and highlights key speeches by President Lowell and Professor Charles H. Grandgent.

The right page features additional articles about the event. One article from the Boston Transcript is titled “Harvard’s New Temple,” praising the museum as a “temple of art” and discussing its significance for Boston and the university, quoting President Lowell on philanthropy and education. Another short piece from the Boston Post, titled “Little Walks About Boston” by William Justin Mann, describes some of the illuminated manuscripts and treasures on display, such as those from the Morgan Library and a 12th-century carved oak ceiling.

Throughout the pages, the newspaper text is aged, yellowed, and slightly brittle, indicating its historical nature. The pages are bound in a dark, possibly maroon or burgundy, cover, and are held together with a thin transparent plastic or nylon thread, suggesting it is part of a preserved collection or archive. The overall presentation offers a rich historical snapshot of a significant cultural moment in early 20th-century academia and art.

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The image is of an open book with two pages visible. The pages appear to be from a newspaper, specifically the Boston Transcript, dated June 21, 1927. The left page has a headline that reads "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened," accompanied by an image of a building. The right page has a headline that reads "Harvard's New Temple" and a subheading "President Lowell Praises Cambridge, Mass., June 20." The text on the pages discusses the opening of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University and the dedication ceremonies for the new building.

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The image is a photograph of an open book, specifically a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Boston Post, dated June 21, 1927. The clipping is pasted onto a page of the book, which appears to be a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper articles. The page is bordered by a brown, textured paper, suggesting that it is part of a scrapbook.

The newspaper clipping is titled "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened." It features a photograph of the newly opened Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The photo shows a building with a classical architectural style, characterized by large windows, columns, and a symmetrical facade. In front of the building, there are trees and a pathway leading up to the entrance.

The text of the article describes the opening of the new Fogg Museum, highlighting its significance and the ceremony that took place. It mentions that the museum was opened in the presence of several hundred invited guests and that it houses works of art from Harvard University's collections and private collections from around the country. The article also notes that the museum was opened formally and officially yesterday.

The article includes quotes from various individuals, such as President Lowell, who praised the generosity of the donors, and Professor Forbes, who emphasized the importance of the museum as a center for art education and appreciation. The text also mentions the contributions of architects and donors who made the construction of the museum possible.

The clipping is accompanied by additional text on the right side of the page, which appears to be another article titled "Little Walks About Boston." This article is by William Justin Mann and provides a description of various walks around Boston, highlighting the city's historical and cultural sites.

The overall appearance of the book page suggests that it is part of a personal collection, possibly created by someone interested in preserving newspaper articles related to art, architecture, or Harvard University. The scrapbooking technique used, with the brown border and pasted clipping, indicates a methodical and deliberate effort to curate and preserve information.

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The image depicts an open book or scrapbook containing historical newspaper clippings from June 21, 1927. The pages feature articles and headlines related to the opening of the New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

Key Details:

  1. Headlines and Articles:

    • The most prominent headline reads: "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened", indicating the main topic of the clippings.
    • Another headline states: "Harvard's New Temple of Art", emphasizing the significance of the new museum.
    • Additional headlines include: "Little Walks About Boston" and "Harvard's New Temple", suggesting a mix of cultural and local news coverage.
  2. Content:

    • The articles describe the formal opening of the New Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its importance as a cultural and educational institution.
    • Details mention the museum's collection, which includes works of art from various countries, and its location on the Harvard campus.
    • There is mention of notable attendees, such as President Lowell of Harvard University, who presided over the ceremonies.
    • The articles also discuss the architectural significance of the new building, its role in the university, and its impact on the local art community.
  3. Visual Layout:

    • The pages are filled with dense text, typical of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century.
    • The text is arranged in columns, with headlines in larger, bold fonts to draw attention.
    • The pages are slightly worn, with visible creases and a small tag or label at the top left corner of the left page, suggesting the scrapbook may have been part of a collection or archive.
  4. Context:

    • The date, June 21, 1927, is prominently displayed, indicating the historical context of the event.
    • The inclusion of multiple articles from different newspapers (e.g., Boston Post, Boston Transcript, New York Times) suggests widespread media coverage of the event.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment—the opening of the New Fogg Art Museum at Harvard—through newspaper clippings. It provides a glimpse into the cultural and educational significance of the event, as well as the media's role in documenting and celebrating such milestones. The scrapbook format implies that these clippings were preserved for their historical or personal value.

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  • A scrapbook/page of old newspaper clippings mounted on yellowed archival paper.
  • The central clipping features a large headline: “New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened” with a black‑and‑white photograph of the museum building surrounded by trees.
  • Surrounding clippings include articles titled “Harvard’s New Temple” and a short piece or column (“Little Walks About Boston” by William Justin Mann), plus smaller captions and captions about the opening.
  • The page shows dated datelines (June 21, 1927) from newspapers such as the Boston Post, giving it a 1920s historical look.
  • The paper is aged, with brownish tones and glue/tape marks around the clippings; the page is part of a bound album with ring holes visible at the top.

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This image features a scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings related to the opening of the new Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, which took place on June 21, 1927. The clippings are from various newspapers, including the Boston Post, Boston Transcript, and New York Times. They encompass articles and headlines such as "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened," with details about the opening ceremony, the museum's architecture, and its mission.

The page includes photo print and text excerpts, with handwritten annotations at the top, noting the newspaper origins and the date, "June 21, 1927." A black-and-white image of the museum's exterior appears within one article, showing a corner of the building surrounded by trees. The articles emphasize the significance of the museum as a center for art and education, highlighting gifts from benefactors and the importance of the collections housed within.

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This image shows an opened vintage newspaper centered on a page that is headlined "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened." The newspaper appears to be dated June 21, 1927, and includes a faded photograph depicting a building. It appears to be a clipping from an issue of "The Boston Post." The text of the article discusses the opening event, outlines significant donations and collections, and provides commentary on the museum's role and the significance of its opening ceremony.

There are two columns visible on the right side from other articles or sections of the newspaper, but only portions of their text can be seen, primarily because they are cut off by the page's edge. Additionally, the photograph caption mentions Harvard University and the new Fogg Museum, referring to the building shown above in the image. The overall condition of the newspaper suggests it may be delicate and has discolored due to age. The article appears to be protected and displayed, as there is a border-like material on the left edge and a clear string or holding device across the top. The background is neutral, allowing the focus to remain on the newspaper clipping.

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The image shows an open book or album containing a collection of newspaper clippings. These clippings are related to the opening of the new Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, dated June 21, 1927. There are clippings from various newspapers including the Boston Post, Boston Transcript, and the New York Times, as indicated by handwritten notes above the clippings.

One prominent article with a headline "New Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard Opened" includes a photograph of the museum building. Another article, partially overlapping the first, is titled "Harvard's New Temple" and details enthusiastic commentary about the museum's opening. Additional clippings discuss the opening ceremony, the importance of the museum, and praise for generous donations and support.

Overall, the image captures historical journalism documenting the significant event of the museum's inauguration, including descriptions of the building, the collections, and the societal impact of the new cultural institution at Harvard University.