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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790993

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The image depicts a page from a book that appears to be about architecture, specifically focusing on the design and construction of historical buildings. The page includes two black-and-white photographs of architectural structures.

The top photograph shows the front elevation of a building identified as the "Presbytery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio, Montepulciano, Antonio da San Gallo, Architect." The image highlights the building's architectural details, such as the tiled roof, arched windows, and symmetrical design.

Below the first photograph is another black-and-white image of a courtyard. This courtyard is described as the "Courtyard, Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass." The architects of this courtyard are mentioned as Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott. The courtyard features a circular layout with columns on all sides, creating an open and symmetrical space.

The page also contains text discussing the architectural style and influences, though the full text is not fully visible in the image. The book appears to be a historical or academic text, possibly used for architectural studies or research.

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The image shows an open book with two architectural photographs on the right-hand page. The book has a red hardcover and the edges of the pages are visible. The photographs depict different architectural structures:

  1. The top photograph shows the presbytery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio in Montepulciano, designed by Antonio da San Gallo. The structure features a series of arches supported by columns, creating a rhythmic pattern along the facade.

  2. The bottom photograph depicts the courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The courtyard has a two-story design with arches supported by columns on both levels, creating an open and symmetrical space.

Both photographs are accompanied by captions that provide information about the buildings and their architects. The captions also mention that the images are courtesy of the Avery Library at Columbia University.

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This image shows an open book, likely a historical or architectural publication, resting on a light gray surface. The book has a worn, maroon-brown hardcover with visible signs of age — including a faded, stained, paper-covered flap or endpaper protruding from the top and bottom edges of the right-hand page.

The open spread displays two distinct black-and-white photographs or architectural engravings on the right-hand page, each accompanied by a caption.


Top Image:

  • This is a front elevation of a historic building: the Presbytery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio, Montepulciano.
  • The building has Renaissance architectural features: a double arcade with prominent rounded arches on both the ground and upper levels, supported by columns. The roof is steeply pitched and tiled.
  • The caption below identifies it as the model for the double arcade in the courtyard of the Fogg Museum. It credits the architect as Antonio da San Gallo and notes the image is courtesy of the Avery Library, Columbia University.

Bottom Image:

  • This is a photograph of an interior courtyard, identified in the caption as the Courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.
  • The courtyard is enclosed on three visible sides by two-story arcades of classical arches — a clear echo of the architectural style above. It is paved and appears to be a serene, sunlit space.
  • The caption credits the architects as Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott.

Visual Context:
The book appears to be comparing the historical inspiration (the Italian church presbytery) with its American architectural adaptation (the Fogg Museum courtyard). This is a common practice in architectural history to show how classical or Renaissance motifs were revived in later periods, like the Beaux-Arts or Neoclassical styles in the early 20th century.

The left-hand page is partially visible and shows dense, printed text, likely providing further context or analysis of the images, though it is mostly obscured and out of focus.

Overall, the image captures a moment of scholarly comparison in architectural history, presented in a vintage, well-used volume.

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The image shows an open book with a white page that has a black and white image of a building. The image is accompanied by a caption that reads, "Presbytery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio, Montepulciano, Antonio da Sangallo, Architect. This was the model used for the double arcade in the courtyard of the Fogg Museum." The book is placed on a white surface, and the pages are folded in a way that suggests it is being read.

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The book is open to a page with two images of architectural structures. The first image is of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio, Montepulciano, Antonio da Sangallo, Architect. This was the model used for the double arcade in the courtyard of the Fogg Museum. The second image is of the Courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass. The book has a brown cover and is open to a page with a white background.

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The image shows an open book or catalog page featuring two architectural illustrations. The page is part of a collection, likely from an art or architectural archive, as indicated by the formal layout and accompanying text.

Top Illustration:

  • Description: The top illustration depicts a building labeled as the "Preastery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio, Montepulciano, Antonio da San Gallo, Architect."
  • Details: The building is a classical structure with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central pedimented entrance flanked by evenly spaced arched windows and doors. The roofline is flat with a slight overhang, and the overall design reflects Renaissance or early Baroque architectural elements.
  • Caption: The caption explains that this was a model used for the double arcade in the courtyard of the Fogg Museum. It is credited to the Avery Library at Columbia University.

Bottom Illustration:

  • Description: The bottom illustration shows the courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • Details: The courtyard is an open, arcaded space with a series of arches supported by columns. The arches create a rhythmic pattern, and the courtyard appears to be spacious and well-lit, with a central open area. The architecture is neoclassical, echoing the style of the top illustration.
  • Caption: The caption identifies the location as the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, and credits the architects as Coolidge, Shepley, Bullfinch & Abbott.

Overall Context:

  • The page appears to be from an art or architectural catalog, possibly documenting historical models or designs used in museum exhibitions. The formal presentation, including the detailed captions and high-quality illustrations, suggests it is part of an academic or museum archive.
  • The juxtaposition of the two images highlights a connection between historical architectural models and their modern-day application in museum design, illustrating the influence of classical architecture on contemporary structures.

The book itself has a classic, leather-bound appearance, with visible spine and edges, reinforcing its archival or scholarly nature.

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The image depicts an open book featuring a page with two black-and-white photographs of buildings. The top photograph shows the Pecantery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio in Montepulciano, Italy, designed by Antonio da San Gallo. The bottom photograph displays the Courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, designed by Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott.

  • The book is open to a page with two black-and-white photographs of buildings.
    • The top photograph shows the Pecantery of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio in Montepulciano, Italy.
      • The building has a symmetrical facade with arches and columns.
      • The roof is flat and features a decorative pattern.
    • The bottom photograph displays the Courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
      • The courtyard has a large open space with arches and columns.
      • The walls are made of stone and feature a decorative pattern.

The image provides a visual comparison between two architectural styles, one from Italy and the other from the United States. The photographs showcase the unique features of each building, including their facades, roofs, and courtyards.

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The image depicts a page from an old book, featuring two black-and-white photographs of architectural structures. The top photograph showcases the facade of a building with a tiled roof and arched windows, while the bottom photograph presents a courtyard with arches and columns. The text accompanying the images provides information about the locations and architects responsible for these structures.

Key Features:

  • Book Page: The image is set against a page from an old book, with visible edges and a worn appearance.
  • Photographs: Two black-and-white photographs are displayed on the page, each capturing a different architectural structure.
  • Top Photograph: The top photograph features the facade of a building with a tiled roof and arched windows.
  • Bottom Photograph: The bottom photograph presents a courtyard with arches and columns.
  • Text: The text accompanying the images provides information about the locations and architects responsible for these structures.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a nostalgic and educational glimpse into architectural history, showcasing the beauty and craftsmanship of these structures. The use of black-and-white photographs adds a sense of timelessness and elegance to the image, while the accompanying text provides valuable context and information about the featured structures.

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The image depicts an open book with a dark red cover, showcasing two black-and-white photographs of architectural structures.

The book is positioned horizontally, with its spine on the right side of the image. The pages are yellowed and worn, indicating age. The left page features text, while the right page displays the two photographs.

The top photograph presents a building with a tiled roof and arched windows on both the first and second floors. A caption below the image reads: "Prospetto della Chiesa della Madonna di San Biagio, Montepulciano, Antonio da Sangallo, Architect. This was a model used for the double arcade in the courtyard of the Fogg Museum." The text is attributed to "Courtesy of the Avery Library, Columbia University."

The bottom photograph shows a courtyard with arches surrounding it. The caption beneath this image states: "FOGG MUSEUM OF ART, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASS." and "Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, Architects." The text is attributed to "Courtyard."

The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a scan of the book.

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The image presents a page from an open book, featuring two black-and-white photographs of architectural structures. The top photograph depicts the Prodomo of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio in Montepulciano, Italy, designed by Antonio da San Gallo. The bottom photograph shows the courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, designed by Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott.

Key Features:

  • Book Page: The page is white with a beige border around the photographs.
  • Photographs:
    • Top: Prodomo of the Church of the Madonna di San Biagio
      • Location: Montepulciano, Italy
      • Architect: Antonio da San Gallo
    • Bottom: Courtyard of the Fogg Museum of Art
      • Location: Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts
      • Architects: Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott
  • Background: The book is placed on a gray surface, with a dark red fabric visible behind it.