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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790982

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The image shows a page from a book or a magazine titled "Bulletin of the Metropolitan Museum of Art." The page is dated June 1927. The main content discusses the museum's service and the new building of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. The article mentions the importance of adapting to the specialized needs of various groups, such as adults, children, and professionals, in educational and cultural contexts.

A photograph of the Fogg Art Museum building is included in the middle of the page. The building appears to be a large, classical-style structure with symmetrical architecture, surrounded by trees and a paved pathway. The text also touches on the museum's role in providing resources for the university, including armor collections and materials for study and demonstration. The page number is 175.

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This image shows an open book or pamphlet, specifically page 175 of the "Bulletin of the Metropolitan Museum of Art," dated June 1927. The page contains a mix of text and a photograph.

The text is divided into two main sections:

  1. The top section discusses porcelain decorations, specifically mentioning "Korai pieces" and a "large Richo jar." The text is signed by H.G. Henderson.

  2. The bottom section is titled "Museum Service in the University" and discusses the new Fogg Building at Harvard. It talks about the specialization characteristic of modern life and the need for institutions dedicated to public service to remain flexible and adjustable to the special requirements of certain group interests.

In the middle of the page, there is a black-and-white photograph of a building with the caption "The New Building of the Fogg Art Museum." The building appears to be a classical structure with columns and a symmetrical design, situated in a landscaped area with trees and a pathway leading up to it.

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This image shows an open, aged book displaying a single page from the Bulletin of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

  • The Page: The page is off-white or cream-colored and features two columns of text. At the top, it is clearly titled "BULLETIN OF THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART". The issue date, "June 1917", is handwritten in black ink near the top right corner.

  • Content: The main article is titled "MUSEUM SERVICE IN THE UNIVERSITY", with a subhead referencing "THE NEW FOGG BUILDING AT HARVARD".

  • Image: Centrally placed between the two text columns is a black-and-white photograph captioned "THE NEW BUILDING OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM". The photo depicts a large, classical-style institutional building, likely from the early 20th century, surrounded by leafless trees, suggesting it was taken in late autumn or winter. A paved pathway leads up to the entrance.

  • Page Details: The page number "175" is visible at the bottom center. There are several lines of text above and below the main photo and article heading, and the article continues on the right column.

  • Book Itself: The book in which this page is bound has a dark brown, possibly cloth or leather, hardcover spine visible on the right. The paper shows signs of age with some browning or foxing, especially along the edges. The page appears to be inserted or glued into the book, leaving visible margins.

This page documents the opening or early life of the Fogg Art Museum building at Harvard University, presented within a publication by a major New York museum.

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The image shows an open book with two pages. The left page features a photograph of a building with a wide pathway in front, trees, and a clear sky. The right page has text discussing the importance of museums in the public sphere, their role in education, and the need for museums to cater to diverse interests. The text mentions the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and its role in providing museum service to the public.

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The image shows a page from a book, which is the "Bulletin of the Metropolitan Museum of Art." The page has a black border and is slightly curled at the edges, indicating it is an old book. The page features text and an image. The text is divided into two sections, with the first section discussing the museum's collections and the second section providing information about the museum's services. The image shows a building with a tree in front of it. The image is titled "The New Building of the Fogg Art Museum." The text below the image reads "Museum Service in the University."

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The image depicts an open page from a publication titled "Bulletin of the Metropolitan Museum of Art", dated June 1917. The page features two distinct sections, each accompanied by accompanying text and illustrations.

Top Section:

  • Title: "The New Building of the Fogg Art Museum"
  • Content: This section discusses the acquisition of Korean pieces by the museum, including porcelain decorated under glaze with blue and red. It highlights the contrast between underglaze and overglaze colors, noting that the pieces likely date from the late sixteenth century, prior to the Japanese invasion. The text is attributed to H. G. Henderson.
  • Illustration: Below the text, there is a black-and-white photograph of the Fogg Art Museum. The image shows the building's exterior, featuring a symmetrical facade with a central entrance flanked by columns and a prominent roofline. Trees are visible in the foreground, and the setting appears to be a well-maintained campus or institutional grounds.

Bottom Section:

  • Title: "Museum Service in the University"
  • Content: This section explores the role of museums, particularly in educational settings, emphasizing their service to the public. It discusses how museums must cater to diverse groups, including adults, children, and professionals such as designers, salespersons, craftsmen, and teachers. The text underscores the importance of adapting museum offerings to meet the needs of various audiences.
  • Illustration: There is no illustration directly accompanying this section, but the text is positioned below the photograph of the Fogg Art Museum, suggesting a thematic connection between the museum's architecture and its function in serving the university community.

General Observations:

  • Layout: The page is formatted in a classic, scholarly style typical of early 20th-century publications. The text is typeset in a serif font, and the headings are bold and centered.
  • Condition: The page shows signs of age, with slight discoloration and wear, indicating it is part of an older publication.
  • Context: The content reflects early 20th-century perspectives on museum education and public service, highlighting the evolving role of museums in both academic and broader societal contexts.

This page serves as a historical document, illustrating the intersection of art, education, and institutional architecture during the early 20th century.

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The image shows a single page from an old book or periodical laid open. The page is aged and yellowed, with a black-and-white photograph in the center depicting a brick university building (the New Building of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard) with trees in front. Surrounding the photo are two columns of dense printed text and several headings, including “MUSEUM SERVICE IN THE UNIVERSITY” and “THE NEW BUILDING OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM.” The page number at the bottom appears to be 175. The book’s cover is a dark reddish-brown.

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This is a page from a book or magazine, possibly an archival publication, shown in an open book layout. The page is titled "BULLETIN OF THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART," and seems to include textual content discussing art museums and their role in education and public service.

At the center of the page is a black-and-white photograph labeled "THE NEW BUILDING OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM." The image showcases a formal building with symmetrical architectural design, a columned entrance, and a lawn leading to a path that centers on the building. The photograph is framed by text above and below it.

The lower section of the page contains a title, "MUSEUM SERVICE IN THE UNIVERSITY," followed by a multi-paragraph description discussing the role of the Fogg Art Museum, affiliated with Harvard, and its focus on art education and varying public interests.

The page appears aged, with visible brownish discoloration near the edges, and is part of a bound volume with a maroon cover.

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This image shows an open page from a publication, specifically the "BULLETIN OF THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART," dating from April 1942, based on the visible text. The page on the left discusses porcelains decorated under the glaze with blue and red. This excerpt references Korean pieces housed at that time in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, including a large Ritz Iho.

Below this text, there is a header titled "THE NEW BUILDING OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM" followed by a photograph of a building with a symmetrical facade, a central entry flanked by two sets of three columns, and two wings on either side. Below the photograph, the text starts with the title "MUSEUM SERVICE IN THE UNIVERSITY" and discusses the specifications and public service characteristics of the new Fogg building at Harvard.

The page on the right continues the article about museum services in the university, bringing attention to how different types of exhibits are catered to various kinds of work, study, or play. There is mention of armor collections, designers, craftsmen, educators, and the overall role of the university museum in connecting the public with art for study and appreciation. The narrative stresses that museum art is not solely for the general public, but also for enrichment within the university environment.

The physical condition of the publication suggests it is a vintage document, with some discoloration and signs of wear. The page number "175" is visible at the bottom.

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The image is of an open book showing a page from the bulletin of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The page features an article discussing museum services at the university level, specifically focusing on the new Fogg Building at Harvard. At the center of the page, there is a black-and-white photograph of the exterior of the Fogg Art Museum building, which is a large, symmetrical structure with a central entrance and a long walkway leading up to it, flanked by trees. The text around the photograph elaborates on the importance and specifications of public service institutions dedicated to art, mentioning how museums must cater to various public interests and groups, including the general public, specific professions, and educational needs.