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The image shows an open book that appears to be a historical document or a section from a book dated June 24, 1927. The left page contains a French article titled "Le nouveau musée Fogg, d'Harward University" (The new Fogg Museum, Harvard University), authored by Gaston Migeon. The article discusses the opening of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, including its history, collections, and contributions from various donors and artists.
The right page is titled "The Fogg Art Museum" and provides a list of artworks and their donors, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other artifacts. The list includes items such as a steel plate engraved by Thomas Dick, watercolors by George H. Hallowell, and drawings by various artists like Howard Giles and John Sell Cotman.
At the top of the right page, there is a separate piece of paper with the text "Christian Science Monitor Boston, July 5, 1927," and the headline "CLASSES OPENED AT FOGG MUSEUM," indicating that this section might be a compilation of articles and announcements about the museum's opening and related events. The book appears to be well-used, with some pages slightly torn and the spine showing signs of wear, suggesting it is an older and possibly valuable historical document.
The image shows an open book or scrapbook containing clippings and printed text related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The left page has a newspaper clipping titled "Le nouveau musée Fogg, d'Harvard University" from the "Journal des Débats," dated June 24, 1927. The clipping is in French and discusses the inauguration of the new Fogg Museum. There is also a handwritten note at the top of the page indicating the source of the clipping.
The right page is a printed document titled "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" and provides a list of names and descriptions of various artworks and items in the museum's collection. The document is dated July 5, 1927, and references the Christian Science Monitor. It includes various types of artworks such as paintings, watercolors, drawings, and sculptures by different artists and donors.
The document also mentions gifts received from various individuals and organizations, including the American Academy in Rome, American Art Association, American Art Bureau, and others. The overall condition of the pages suggests that they are part of a historical record or archive related to the Fogg Art Museum.
This image displays an open, maroon-bound scrapbook or album, likely a personal collection of newspaper clippings and documents related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dating from around 1927.
On the left-hand page, a prominent French newspaper article is pasted, headlined “Le nouveau musée Fogg, d’Harvard University” (The new Fogg Museum, of Harvard University). The article, dated “June 24, 1927,” is from “Journal des Debats.” It details the opening of the new Fogg Museum building, mentioning key figures such as Paul Sachs and Charles Eliot Norton, and describes the museum’s collections as comprising 1895 items focused on paintings, drawings, and photographs. The article also references the museum’s educational mission and architectural qualities. A handwritten blue pencil annotation appears to cross part of the headline. At the bottom right of the article, the author’s name, “Gaston Midoux,” is visible.
On the right-hand page, several documents are pasted:
Further down on this page, under the heading “Books, bulletins, pamphlets, prints, photographs and other reproductions, and slides have been received as gifts from:”, a list of gift-giving institutions and individuals is provided, including the American Academy in Rome, American Art Association, American Art Bureau, American Federation of Arts, and others.
The scrapbook pages themselves are aged, with yellowed paper and some wear at the edges, characteristic of early 20th-century archival materials. The entire presentation suggests a curated memento collection documenting the public reception and early cataloging of the newly opened Fogg Art Museum.
An open book with a page displaying a French article titled "Le nouveau musée Fogg, d'Harvard University" is on the left side, and an English article titled "The Fogg Art Museum" is on the right side. The article on the right side contains a list of artists and their artworks, including James Croke, Thomas Dick, Gordon Dexter, Edward W. Forbes, and others. The article on the left side discusses the opening of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and its collections.
The image shows a book open to two pages. The left page contains text written in French, while the right page has a list of names and titles in English. The book appears to be a journal or publication, possibly related to art or culture. The text on the left page is organized in a structured format, possibly a table of contents or an index. The right page lists names and titles, possibly of contributors or artists. The book is open to page 976, indicating it is a comprehensive publication.
The image depicts a page from a journal or newspaper titled "Journal des Débats", dated June 24, 1927. The page is divided into two main sections:
This page provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic activities of the time, highlighting the establishment and significance of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
An open scrapbook or album lying on a light surface. The left page has a dense French newspaper clipping titled “Le nouveau musée Fogg, d’Harvard University,” with lots of column text. The right page shows a single typed sheet titled “THE FOGG ART MUSEUM,” listing various paintings and artists (and perhaps donors or catalog notes). Handwritten notes along the top margin reference dates and sources, such as “Journal des Debats June 29, 1927” and “Christian Science Monitor Boston, July 5, 1927.” Overall, it looks like a 1920s-era collection or exhibition clippings pasted into a scrapbook.
This image shows an open book or document folder with articles, notes, and pages associated with the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. On the left side, there’s a French article titled "Le nouveau musée Fogg, d’Harvard University," which discusses the opening of the new museum and its features.
At the top of the page, handwritten annotations read, "Journal des Débats June 24, 1927," and "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, July 3, 1927," indicating references for the included articles. On the right side, the open page is a printed text discussing artwork, donors, and acquisitions related to the Fogg Art Museum, with a header titled "The Fogg Art Museum." It lists artworks, their artists, and donors.
The entire composition suggests an archival preservation documenting historical details about the Fogg Art Museum. The materials are neatly arranged, and the folder or scrapbook has a red cover.
This image is a photograph of two open pages from what appears to be an antique book or journal. The left page is titled "Journal des Débats" with a date below it stating "June 21, 1927." The text itself is in French and mentions "Le nouveau musée Fogg, d'Harvard University," indicating a discussion about the new Fogg Museum at Harvard University.
The right page has an English title at the top "Christian Science Monitor Boston, July 5, 1927" followed by the heading "CLASSES OPENED AT FOGG MUSEUM". Beneath this heading is a numbered list titled "THE FOGG ART MUSEUM," which includes various pieces of artwork and descriptions, such as the painter's name and the title of the work. Examples are "Steel plate engraving by Thomas Dick (Head of Cyrus brought before Tomyris);" followed by "Photogravure Plate (Saint John the Divine in Silhouette)."
The artifacts and artworks mentioned suggest that this was a publication highlighting recent developments and collections featured in the Fogg Art Museum during that period. The pages are yellowed with age, and the book lays open on a flat surface, with the spine of the book visible on the left side of the image. There is also a red bookmark or ribbon placed along the spine inside the book.
This image shows an open scrapbook or album with two pages in view. The left page is a clipping from a French newspaper titled "Le nouveau musée Fogg d'Harvard University". The article seems to discuss the opening and significance of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
On the right page, there is a printed list from "The Fogg Art Museum" catalog or publication. It lists various artworks along with their creators and descriptions. Some of the pieces listed include steel plate engravings, watercolors, prints, and drawings by different artists such as Thomas Dick, Gordon Bennett, Edward W. Forbes, and many others. Each entry provides the artist's name and sometimes additional details about the artwork itself.
At the top of the scrapbook, there are handwritten notes indicating dates and sources of the clippings: "Journal des Débats June 24, 1927" and "Christian Science Monitor Boston, July 5, 1927".