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The image shows a page from a book or catalog, specifically from "The Fogg Art Museum." The page is numbered 275 and includes a list detailing various items donated or gifted to the museum, along with information about their provenance and descriptions. Here's a breakdown of the content on the page:

1. Gifts of Dr. Denman W. Ross:

   • Two drawings by Howard Giles (Cambodian head; Ophelia).
   • Painting attributed to Tintoretto (Mocking of Christ).
   • Still-life painting.
   • Egyptian drawing.
   • Egyptian head of the eighteenth dynasty.
   • Two Cambodian heads.

2. Gifts of Mrs. Arthur Sachs:

   • Chinese painting, ninth century.

3. Gifts of Professor Paul J. Sachs:

   • Cassone, Table, Chair (French).

4. Gift of Mrs. R. H. Sayre through Edward W. Forbes:

   • Painting of the sixteen-century German or Spanish School (Saint Andrew).

5. Gifts of Herbert N. Straus:

   • Chinese painting (Bodhisattva).

6. Gifts of Jesse I. Straus:

   • Six Italian Renaissance arm chairs.

7. Gifts of Mr. and Mrs. Percy S. Straus:

   • Collection of Classical antiquities, including Roman lamps, Tanagra figurines, vases.

8. Gifts of Daniel V. Thompson, Jr.:

   • Two Chinese bronze mirrors, T'ang Dynasty and Six Dynasties.

9. Gift of Langdon Warner, Class of 1903:

   • Chinese painting.

10. Gift of Yamanaka and Company:

    • Three copies of Horiuji frescoes.

11. Receipt of prints:

    • One hundred and two prints, including works by Callot, Dau-mier, Dürer, Nanteuil, Gavarni, Dupré, Isabey were received as gifts from W. G. Russell Allen, Class of 1903; Mrs. Kingsmill Marrs; Emil Baerwald; Miss Ellen Bullard; James Croke; James Loeb, Class of 1888; Mrs. Kingsmill Marrs; James J. Rorimer, Class of 1927; Professor Paul J. Sachs; Horace M. Swope, Class of 1905.

12. Purchases for the Gray Collection:

    • A fifteenth-century Venetian wood block; an anonymous fifteenth-century woodcut, colored by hand; an early Dürer woodcut from the Works of Gerson.

13. Etching press:

    • An etching press was purchased for the Museum for the use of students in the Department of Fine Arts, and a lithographic press was presented as an anonymous gift. Students who made use of the etching press gave to the Museum an impression from each plate printed. Twenty-eight prints were received from the following: Burton H. Dickson, Class of 1927; Walter E. Trevett, Class of 1927; Joseph S. Jablonski, Class of 1923; Richard K. Webel, Class of 1923; Russell T. Smith, Class of 1927.

14. Loans:

    • Julius Boehler: Painting by Lucas Cranach (Albrecht von Brandenburg).
    • Brooks Reed Gallery: Painting by A. André (Bowl of Fruit and Glass).
    • John Nicholas Brown, Class of 1922: Painting by El Greco (Saint Dominic); Painting of the School of Castile, late fifteenth or early sixteenth century (Madonna and Child and Donor).

The page appears aged, with some stains and slight discoloration on the edges of the pages, indicating its historical significance. The font is consistent and formal, typical of catalog or museum records.

This image shows an open book page from a document titled "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" on page number 275. The page details various gifts and acquisitions made by the Fogg Art Museum, including art pieces, antiquities, and other items donated by different individuals and institutions. Here's a summary of the content:

Gifts to the Fogg Art Museum:

• Dr. Denman W. Ross: Two drawings by Howard Giles (Cambodian head; Ophelia), a painting attributed to Tintoretto (Mocking of Christ), a still-life painting, an Egyptian drawing, an Egyptian head of the eighteenth dynasty, and two Cambodian heads.
• Mrs. Arthur Sachs: A Chinese painting from the ninth century.
• Professor Paul J. Sachs: A Cassone, Table, and Chair (French).
• Mrs. R. H. Sayre through Edward W. Forbes: A painting from the sixteenth-century German or Spanish School (Saint Andrew).
• Herbert N. Straus: A Chinese painting (Bodhisattva).
• Jesse I. Straus: Six Italian Renaissance armchairs.
• Mr. and Mrs. Percy S. Straus: A collection of Classical antiquities including Roman lamps, Tanagra figurines, and vases.
• Daniel V. Thompson, Jr.: Two Chinese bronze mirrors from the T'ang Dynasty and Six Dynasties.
• Langdon Warner, Class of 1903: A Chinese painting.
• Yamanaka and Company: Three copies of Horiuji frescoes.

Additional Gifts of Prints:

• One hundred and two prints, including works by Callot, Daumier, Dürer, Nanteuil, Gavarni, Dupré, and Isabey, were received as gifts from several individuals and alumni.

Purchases for the Gray Collection:

• A fifteenth-century Venetian wood block, an anonymous fifteenth-century woodcut colored by hand, and an early Dürer woodcut from the Works of Gerson.

Equipment for Students:

• An etching press purchased for the use of students in the Department of Fine Arts, and a lithographic press presented as an anonymous gift.

Impressions from Students Using the Etching Press:

• Twenty-eight prints were received from students including Burton H. Dickson, Walter E. Trevett, Joseph S. Jablonski, Richard K. Webel, and Russell T. Smith.

Loans to the Museum:

• Julius Boehler: A painting by Lucas Cranach (Albrecht von Brandenburg).
• Brooks Reed Gallery: A painting by A. André (Bowl of Fruit and Glass).
• John Nicholas Brown, Class of 1922: A painting by El Greco (Saint Dominic), and a painting of the School of Castile from the late fifteenth or early sixteenth century (Madonna and Child and Donor).

The text is neatly organized and lists the donors, the items donated, and the details of the gifts and loans. The page is part of a formal record or annual report of the Fogg Art Museum's activities and acquisitions.

This image displays a single, aged page from what appears to be an annual report or catalog for The Fogg Art Museum, specifically page 275, as indicated at the top right.

The page is laid open in a book or bound volume. The paper is yellowed with age, and the binding visible on the right is a dark reddish-brown material, possibly cloth or leather. The page itself is affixed to a larger, blank sheet of slightly thicker, less-yellowed paper, likely as part of a conservation or mounting process. A small, beige tape is visible at the top, securing the page to the backing sheet.

The text on the page is typewritten and organized into distinct sections detailing the museum’s acquisitions, likely for a specific year. The content includes:

1. Gifts:

   • Lists numerous donations, specifying the donor, the artist, the title or description of the work, and its origin/culture (e.g., "Two drawings by Howard Giles (Cambodian head); Ophelia..."; "Chinese painting, ninth century"; "Six Italian Renaissance arm chairs").
   • Includes gifts from prominent individuals like Dr. Denman W. Ross, Mrs. Arthur Sachs, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and the Langdon Warner, Class of 1903.

2. Prints received as gifts:

   • Mentions 102 prints by artists such as Callot, Dürer, Gavarni, and Isabey.
   • Lists donors by name and class year (e.g., "W. G. Russell Allen, Class of 1903"; "Mrs. Kingsmill Marrs"; "James Croke"; "James Loch, Class of 1888").

3. Purchases for the Gray Collection:

   • Details acquisitions made for a specific collection, including a 15th-century Venetian wood block, an anonymous 15th-century woodcut, and an early Dürer woodcut.

4. Equipment Acquisition:

   • Notes the purchase of an etching press for student use in the Department of Fine Arts.
   • Mentions an anonymous gift of a lithographic press.
   • Lists 28 students who contributed prints in return for using the etching press, again listed by name and class year (e.g., "Burton H. Dickson, Class of 1927"; "Walter E. Trevett, Class of 1927").

5. Loans:

   • The final section, titled "LOANS", lists artworks loaned to the museum, including paintings by Lucas Cranach, A. André, El Greco, and the School of Castile, along with the names of the lenders (e.g., "Julius Boehler"; "Brooks Reed Gallery"; "John Nicholas Brown").

The entire page documents the museum’s active engagement with donors, students, and lenders, reflecting the growth and management of its collections during this period, likely in the 1920s or 1930s based on the class years mentioned.

The image shows an open book with a white page. The text on the page appears to be from an annual report or a publication related to an art museum, specifically the Fogg Art Museum. The text discusses various gifts and donations received by the museum, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, and prints from different artists and donors. The gifts are described in detail, mentioning the artists, titles, and dates of the artworks. The page also includes information about loans and purchases made for the museum's collection. The text is written in a formal and descriptive style, providing specific details about the artworks and their origins.

The image depicts a page from a book, which is open and placed on a flat surface. The book appears to be a catalog or report of some sort, possibly from a museum or art collection. The page is filled with text, which is printed in a serif font. The text is organized into paragraphs and lists, with headings and subheadings that suggest the content is structured and organized. The page is illuminated by a light source from the left side, casting a warm glow on the text and creating a sense of depth and dimension. The background of the page is a light beige color, which provides a neutral and unobtrusive backdrop for the text. Overall, the image conveys a sense of intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn and explore the world of art and culture.

The image shows a page from a catalog or record book, likely from an art museum or academic institution. The page is titled "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" and is numbered 275. The content appears to be a detailed listing of gifts and donations made to the museum, along with purchases for the Gray Collection.

Key Elements in the Image:

1. Gifts and Donations:

   • The page lists numerous gifts contributed by various individuals and entities, including:
     • Dr. Denman W. Ross: Gifts include drawings by Howard Giles, a painting by Tinoretto, and other artworks such as a Cambodian head, an Ophelian painting, and Chinese paintings.
     • Mrs. Arthur Sachs: Gifts include Chinese painting and drawings.
     • Professor Paul J. Sachs: Gifts include a table and chair.
     • Mrs. B. H. Sayre: Gifts include a painting from the sixteenth-century German or Spanish School.
     • Herben N. Strauss: Gifts include Chinese painting.
     • Jesse I. Strauss: Gifts include Italian Renaissance arm chairs and classical antiquities.
     • Daniel V. Thompson, Jr.: Gifts include Chinese mirrors, T'ang Dynasty and Six Dynasty items.
     • Langton Warner, Class of 1903: Gifts include Chinese painting.
     • Yamasaka and Company: Gifts include three copies of Hōriji frescoes.
   • Additionally, one hundred and two prints, including works by artists such as Callot, Daumier, Dürer, Nanteuil, Gavarni, Dupré, and Isabey, are noted as gifts.

2. Givers:

   • The page lists the names of individuals who made these contributions, including:
     • W. G. Russell Allen, Class of 1903
     • Ernst L. Rosenwald
     • Miss Ellen Bullard
     • James Crooke, Class of 1888
     • Mrs. Kingmill Morse
     • James J. Reinier, Class of 1927
     • Professor Paul J. Sachs
     • Horace M. Swope, Class of 1905

3. Purchases for the Gray Collection:

   • The page also details purchases made for the Gray Collection, including:
     • A fifteenth-century Venetian wood block, colored by hand.
     • An anonymous fifteenth-century woodcut from the Works of Gerson.
   • It mentions the acquisition of an etching press for student use in the Department of Fine Arts, with a lithographic press also presented as an anonymous gift. Students who used the etching press contributed an impression from each plate printed, resulting in twenty-eight prints received by the museum.

4. Loans:

   • At the bottom of the page, there is a section labeled "LOANS", listing artworks on loan to the museum, including:
     • Julius Bochner: Painting by Lucas Cranach (Albrecht von Brandenburg).
     • Brooks Reed Gallery: Painting by A. André (Bowl of Fruit and Glass).
     • Nicholas Brown, Class of 1922: Painting by El Greco (Saint Dominic).
     • Joseph S. Yamaska and Company: Painting of the School of Castille, late fifteenth or early sixteenth century (Madonna and Child and Donor).

Visual Characteristics:

• The page is typed in a formal, structured format typical of archival or catalog records.
• The text is neatly aligned, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The page appears to be part of a bound volume, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages.

This page serves as a historical record of the museum's acquisitions, donations, and loans, providing insight into the institution's collection development during the time period it documents.

The image depicts a page from an old book, featuring a list of donations to the Fogg Art Museum. The page is yellowed and worn, with a brown cover visible on the right side. The text is in black ink and appears to be typed.

The list includes various items donated by individuals and organizations, such as paintings, prints, and other works of art. The donations are listed in chronological order, with the earliest donation dating back to 1888 and the most recent in 1963.

The page also includes a section titled "Loans," which lists additional works of art that were loaned to the museum. These loans are also dated, with the earliest loan dating back to 1922 and the most recent in 1963.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of the Fogg Art Museum and the various donations and loans that have contributed to its collection over the years.

This image shows a page from a book or catalog, featuring a list of donations to the Fogg Art Museum. The page is yellowed and has a worn appearance, with visible signs of aging.

The text on the page is divided into two sections: "Gifts" and "Loans." The "Gifts" section lists various items donated to the museum, including paintings, prints, and other artworks. The "Loans" section lists additional items that have been loaned to the museum for exhibition or study purposes.

The page also includes information about the donors and lenders, including their names and affiliations. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of the Fogg Art Museum and its collections, highlighting the important role that donations and loans have played in shaping the museum's holdings over time.

The image depicts a page from a book titled "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" with the page number 275. The page is yellowed and features a list of gifts and loans received by the museum, including artworks from various donors and lenders.

Key Features:

• Page Number: 275
• Title: THE FOGG ART MUSEUM
• Content: List of gifts and loans received by the museum
• Donors and Lenders: Various individuals and organizations
• Artworks: Paintings, drawings, prints, and other artworks

Detailed Description:

The page is divided into sections, with the first section listing gifts received by the museum. The gifts include artworks from various donors, such as Dr. Denman W. Ross, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and Mrs. Kingsmill Marrs. The artworks listed include paintings, drawings, and prints from different cultures and time periods, including Cambodian, Egyptian, Chinese, and Italian Renaissance art.

The second section lists purchases made for the Gray Collection, which includes a fifteenth-century Venetian wood block, an anonymous fifteenth-century woodcut colored by hand, and an etching press.

The third section lists loans received by the museum, including paintings by Lucas Cranach, A. André, and El Greco.

Overall:

The image provides a glimpse into the Fogg Art Museum's collection and the various ways in which it has been enriched over time. The list of gifts and loans highlights the museum's commitment to acquiring and preserving artworks from diverse cultures and time periods.

The image presents a page from an old book, likely a catalog or inventory of art pieces, with the title "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" at the top. The page is yellowed and features a list of items, including gifts and loans, with descriptions of the artwork and their donors.

• Page Number
  • The page number is 275.
• Gifts
  • A list of gifts from various individuals, including:
    • Dr. Denman W. Ross
    • Professor Paul J. Sachs
    • Mrs. R. H. Sayre
    • Herbert N. Straus
    • Jesse I. Straus
    • David V. Thompson
    • Langdon Warner
    • Yamanaka and Company
  • Each gift includes a description of the artwork and the donor.
• Purchases for the Gray Collection
  • A list of purchases made for the Gray Collection, including:
    • A fifteenth-century Venetian woodblock
    • An anonymous fifteenth-century woodcut, colored by hand
    • An early Dürer woodcut from the Works of Gerson
  • An etching press was purchased for the Museum for the use of students in the Department of Fine Arts, and a lithographic press was presented as an anonymous gift.
• Loans
  • A list of loans from various individuals and galleries, including:
    • Julius Boehler
    • Brooks Reed Gallery
    • John Nicholas Brown
  • Each loan includes a description of the artwork and the lender.

The page provides a detailed record of the artworks in the Fogg Art Museum's collection, including gifts, purchases, and loans. The list of gifts and loans includes a wide range of artworks from various artists and periods, showcasing the diversity of the museum's collection.