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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790969

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The image shows a page from a book titled "The Fogg Art Museum." The page number is 273. The text discusses the additions to the library, including donations and purchases, the cataloging of the Hoppin collection, and the transfer of materials to the new Fogg Art Museum. It also mentions gifts to the Photograph Department, cataloging activities, exhibitions, lectures, and loans by the museum. The text references various individuals and collections, such as Dr. Joseph Clark Hoppin, Henry Russell Hitchcock Jr., and Frank C. Smith Jr. The style of the text is formal and informative, typical of a museum catalog or annual report. The page is slightly aged, with some discoloration and wear at the edges, indicating it is from an older publication.

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This image shows an open book with a page from "The Fogg Art Museum," numbered 273. The page contains text detailing various contributions and activities related to the museum, including additions to the library, gifts to the photograph department, and exhibitions and lectures.

  • Library Contributions: It mentions that 276 volumes have been added to the library through gifts and purchases, including the library of Dr. Joseph Clark Hoppin, which consists of about 800 volumes bequeathed to the University. These will be installed in the new Fogg Art Museum when cataloged.

  • Photograph Department Gift: A valuable gift of 40,000 postal cards related to painting, sculpture, architecture, and costume from European countries and the Orient was received from Henry Russell Hitchcock, Jr. These cards are in the process of being arranged.

  • Other Gifts: Additional gifts include 615 photographs and postal cards from Professor Paul J. Sachs, 83 photographs from the Bardini Collection from Frank C. Smith, Jr., and 76 photographs from Miss Elizabeth G. Norton.

  • Cataloging Efforts: The text notes that 990 photographs have been cataloged for the first time, and 867 have been recataloged. Similarly, 2,436 slides have been cataloged for the first time, and 2,480 have been recataloged, totaling 6,773 photographs and slides.

  • Exhibitions and Lectures: Exhibitions held during the year include drawings by Howard Giles and sculptures and drawings by the Yugoslav sculptor Ivan Meštrović. Lectures were given by several individuals, including the Duc de Trevise, Dr. Lauro de Bosis, Professor Paul Pelliot, Dr. Osvald Sirén, Professor Kirsopp Lake, and Mr. C. Reginald Grundy.

  • Loans by the Museum: The museum lent an oil painting of Lake O'Hara and a watercolor, "Camping near Lake O'Hara," both by Sargent, to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for its Sargent Memorial Exhibition.

The book is bound in a maroon cover, and the pages are slightly yellowed, indicating the book's age. The text is neatly printed in a serif font, and the page is divided into sections with headings such as "Library," "Photograph Department," "Exhibitions and Lectures," and "Loans by the Museum."

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This image displays an open, aged book resting flat on a neutral gray surface. The book appears to be a historical or institutional report, specifically from “THE FOGG ART MUSEUM”, as indicated by the bold heading at the top of the page. The page number, 273, is visible in the upper right corner.

The page contains dense, formal text describing the museum’s activities, primarily focusing on gifts, acquisitions, cataloging efforts, exhibitions, lectures, and loans made during a specific reporting period. Key details include:

  • Additions to the library: 276 volumes gained through gift and purchase.
  • Notable gifts: The library of Dr. Joseph Clark Hoppin (800 volumes), 40,000 postcards from Henry Russell Hitchcock, Jr., and 615 photographs/postcards from Professor Paul J. Sachs.
  • Cataloging statistics: 990 photos cataloged for the first time, 867 recataloged; over 6,773 photos and slides cataloged in total.
  • Acknowledgment of staff challenges: “extremely cramped quarters and a changing staff.”
  • Exhibitions: Featured drawings by Howard Giles and works by Yugoslav sculptor Ivan Meštrović.
  • Lectures: Given by prominent figures such as the Duc de Twiswe, Dr. Lauro de Bosis, and Professor Paul Pelliot.
  • Loans by the Museum: Notably, paintings by Sargent — “Lake O’Hara” (oil) and “Camping near Lake O’Hara” (watercolor) — were loaned to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for a memorial exhibition.

Visually, the text is printed in black ink on off-white, yellowed paper, suggesting its age. The page is secured with two strips of beige tape at the top margin, indicating efforts to preserve or repair it. The book’s right-hand page is visible, showing the thickness of the volume with numerous pages bound together. The binding on the right edge appears to be maroon or dark red cloth-covered boards.

The overall presentation suggests this is a page from a museum annual report or bulletin from the early 20th century, reflecting the scholarly and administrative efforts of a major American art museum during that era.

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The image shows a page from a book with a title "The Fogg Art Museum" and the page number "273" at the top right corner. The page contains text in black font, which appears to be an excerpt from a report or an article about the Fogg Art Museum. The text discusses the museum's activities, including the addition of books to the library, exhibitions and lectures held during the year, and loans made by the museum. The page has a clean and organized layout with paragraphs and bullet points.

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The image shows a page from a book with text on it. The text is written in black ink on a white background, and it appears to be a report or an article. The page is folded in half, with the top half folded over the bottom half. The text is arranged in a single column, with no images or graphics. The book appears to be an old publication, as the paper is slightly yellowed and the text is somewhat faded. The page number is visible at the top right corner of the page, indicating that it is page 273 of the book. The text discusses the Fogg Art Museum and its collection, including the addition of new volumes to the library, the installation of a new gift, and the cataloging of photographs and postal cards. The text also mentions exhibitions and lectures held at the museum and loans made by the museum to other institutions.

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The image shows an open book, likely a catalog or report, displaying a page from "The Fogg Art Museum." The page is numbered 273 and contains text detailing recent additions to the museum's library and collections, as well as information about exhibitions, lectures, and loans. Here is a breakdown of the content visible on the page:

Content Summary:

Library Additions:

  • Bequest by Dr. Joseph Clark Hoppin:

    • Two hundred and seventy-six volumes were added to the library, comprising approximately eight hundred volumes bequeathed by Dr. Joseph Clark Hoppin.
    • These volumes will be catalogued and installed in the new Fogg Art Museum when it is catalogued.
  • Gift from Henry Russell Hitchcock, Jr.:

    • A valuable gift of forty thousand postal cards in the Division of Fine Arts, Class of 1924, tutor and assistant in painting, sculpture, architecture, and costume, primarily of European countries and the Orient.
    • These cards are in the process of arrangement.
  • Gifts from Professor Paul J. Sachs:

    • Six hundred and fifteen photographs and postal cards were donated.
    • Among these were eighty-three photographs of the Bardini Collection from Frank C. Smith, Jr., Class of 1899, and seventy-six photographs from Miss Elizabeth G. Norton.
  • Cataloguing Progress:

    • Nine hundred and ninety photographs have been catalogued.
    • Two thousand four hundred and thirty-six slides were re-catalogued—the first time, and two thousand four hundred and eighty-three photographs and slides were catalogued for the first time, totaling six thousand seven hundred and seventy-three.
    • The cataloguing was challenging due to cramped quarters and a changing staff.
    • Slides were issued to members of the Division and outside the Division four hundred and ninety-nine times.
    • Public-school lending sets of slides have been sent eighteen times.

Exhibitions and Lectures:

  • Exhibitions:

    • Drawings by Howard Giles; and Sculptures and Drawings by the Yugoslav sculptor, Ivan Meštrović.
  • Lectures:

    • Delivered by:
      • The Due de Trevés
      • Dr. Lauro de Bosis
      • Professor Paul Peillot
      • Dr. Oswald Sirch
      • Professor Kirsopp Lake
      • Mr. C. Reginald Grundy

Loans by the Museum:

  • The oil painting of Lake O'Hara and the Water Color, Camping near Lake O'Hara, by Sargent was lent to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for its Sargent Memorial Exhibition.

Visual Description:

  • The book appears to be a bound volume with aged, slightly worn pages.
  • The text is typed, likely from an early 20th-century publication, and is formatted in a formal, structured manner typical of institutional reports or annual reports.
  • The page is part of a larger document, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages on either side.
  • The background is a neutral, muted tone, consistent with aged paper.

This page provides a detailed account of the museum's activities, acquisitions, and educational outreach during a specific period.

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The image depicts a page from a book, specifically page 273 of "The Fogg Art Museum," which is displayed open to the right. The page is yellowed with age and features a white border around the text. The text is in black font and is divided into two sections: "Exhibitions and Lectures" and "Loans by the Museum." The page appears to be part of a larger book, with the spine visible on the right side of the image.

The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the book page. Overall, the image suggests that the book is an old or antique volume, possibly from the early 20th century, given the style of the text and the condition of the page.

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The image depicts a page from an old book, specifically page 373 of "The Fogg Art Museum." The page is yellowed and has a rectangular cutout in the center, revealing the page underneath. The text on the page discusses the museum's collections, including photographs, slides, and paintings. The page also mentions exhibitions and lectures held at the museum.

The book appears to be bound in brown cloth or leather, with a worn cover that suggests it has been handled frequently. The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is a scanned or photographed page from an old book, possibly a catalog or annual report from the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image depicts a worn, open book with a page numbered 273, featuring text that appears to be from an annual report or catalog of the Fogg Art Museum.

Key Features:

  • The page is yellowed and has a rectangular border around the text.
  • The title "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" is centered at the top of the page, followed by the page number "273".
  • The text describes various donations and acquisitions made by the museum during the year, including books, photographs, and slides.
  • The text also mentions exhibitions and lectures held at the museum, as well as loans made to other institutions.

Visual Details:

  • The book's cover is dark brown and visible on the right side of the image.
  • The pages are yellowed and show signs of wear, with some creasing and tearing evident.
  • The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a scan of the book.

Overall Impression:

  • The image conveys a sense of age and history, with the worn pages and yellowed text evoking a feeling of nostalgia and tradition.
  • The content of the text suggests that the book is a valuable resource for art historians and researchers, providing insight into the activities and collections of the Fogg Art Museum during a particular period.

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The image presents a page from an open book, showcasing a section titled "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" with the page number 273. The text is divided into three sections: "Exhibitions and Lectures," "Loans by the Museum," and a detailed description of the museum's collections.

Page Description:

  • The page features a white background with black text.
  • The title "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" is prominently displayed at the top.
  • The page number "273" is located in the upper right corner.
  • The text is organized into paragraphs, providing information about the museum's collections, exhibitions, and loans.

Content Summary:

  • The first section discusses the addition of 276 volumes to the library through gifts and purchases.
  • A valuable collection of postal cards was received from Henry Russell Hitchcock, Jr., Class of 1924.
  • The museum received 615 photographs and postal cards as a gift from Professor Paul J. Sachs.
  • Other notable donations include 80 photographs of the Bardini Collection from Frank C. Smith, Jr., Class of 1899, and 76 photographs from Miss Elizabeth G. Norton.
  • The museum cataloged 919 photographs for the first time and recataloged 867.
  • The Division of Fine Arts issued slides to members 499 times, and the public school lending sets of slides were sent to 18 schools.

Exhibitions and Lectures:

  • Exhibitions held during the year included:
    • Drawings by Howard Giles
    • Sculptures and Drawings by the Jugoslav sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic
  • Lectures were given by:
    • The Due de Trevi
    • Dr. Lauro de Bosis
    • Professor Paul Pellot
    • Dr. Osvald Sirén
    • Professor Kirsopp Lake
    • Mr. C. Reginald Grundy

Loans by the Museum:

  • The oil painting of Lake O'Hara and the water color, Camping near Lake O'Hara, by Sargent, were lent to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for its Sargent Memorial Exhibition.
  • The oil painting was also loaned to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for its Sargent Memorial Exhibition.

In summary, the image showcases a page from a book about the Fogg Art Museum, detailing its collections, exhibitions, and loans. The page provides information about the museum's growth, notable donations, and activities during the year.