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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790995

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The image is a black-and-white photograph of the main entrance to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The photograph is placed within a book, as evidenced by the visible pages and binding.

Key details of the image include:

  1. Building Architecture: The museum building features a classical architectural style with a symmetrical facade. The entrance is framed by two large windows on either side.

  2. Entrance: The main entrance is accessed via a grand staircase leading up to a set of double doors. Above the entrance, there is an ornate pediment with decorative elements.

  3. Facade: The facade is made of brick with stone accents around the windows and entrance. The upper part of the building has a balustrade running along the roofline.

  4. Surroundings: There are bare trees in front of the building, suggesting that the photograph was taken during late autumn or winter.

  5. Caption: Below the photograph, there is a caption that reads:
    "Detail of Main Entrance.
    FOGG MUSEUM OF ART, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
    Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, Architects."

The photograph captures the historical and architectural significance of the Fogg Museum of Art, showcasing its elegant design and prominent entrance.

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The image is a detailed black-and-white photograph of the main entrance of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The photograph is from what appears to be a book or a publication.

The architectural design of the entrance includes a symmetrical facade with a central doorway flanked by two rectangular windows on either side. Above the doorway, there's an ornate pediment with decorative elements, and the entrance is elevated on a stone platform with steps leading up to it.

The photograph is captioned with the following text:
"Detail of Main Entrance
FOGG MUSEUM OF ART, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
Coolidge, Shepley, Bullfinch & Abbott, Architects"

The surrounding area includes some trees with bare branches, suggesting the photograph might have been taken during late autumn or winter. The architectural style and details suggest a classical influence.

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The image shows a detailed, black and white photograph of the main entrance to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The building, designed by the architectural firm Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, features classical architectural elements.

The entrance includes a grand set of stairs leading up to a large, columned portico with a pediment. Above the columns, there is a balustrade running along the roofline. The doorways are framed by rectangular windows on either side. The photograph captures some trees in the foreground, with their bare branches suggesting it might be winter. The image is framed by a mat, and there is text beneath it that provides details about the photograph and the building.

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The image is an architectural drawing of the main entrance of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The drawing is a detailed black-and-white illustration focusing on the classical design elements of the building's facade.

Key features include:

  1. Entrance Design: The entrance features a grand staircase leading up to a portico. The portico has columns supporting an entablature and a pediment with decorative elements.
  2. Columns: The columns are of classical design, likely of the Ionic or Corinthian order.
  3. Architectural Details: The facade has large windows on either side of the entrance, framed with pilasters and other classical detailing.
  4. Architects: The architects of the building are noted at the bottom of the drawing: Coolidge, Shipley, Bulfinch & Abbott.
  5. Labeling: The drawing is labeled "Detail of Main Entrance," indicating it is a detailed view focusing specifically on this part of the building.

Overall, the illustration highlights the formal and classical architectural style of the museum’s entrance.

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The image shows a black-and-white architectural illustration from a book. The illustration is labeled "Detail of Main Entrance" and depicts the entrance of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The architectural firm responsible for the design is listed as Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, Architects.

The drawing highlights a symmetrical façade with a central entrance flanked by two large windows on either side. Above the entrance, there is a pediment with sculptural details. The entrance itself is accessed by a short flight of stairs leading up to a portico supported by columns. The structure is built with what appears to be brick or stone, and there is a decorative cornice and balustrade along the roofline.

In the foreground, there are some trees with bare branches, likely indicating that the illustration was made during the winter or early spring. The surrounding area appears to be paved, suggesting the entrance is part of a larger campus or museum complex. The image is framed within the pages of the book, with some text visible on the surrounding pages.

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The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of the main entrance of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The photograph is framed within an open book, likely an architectural or historical publication.

The architectural style of the entrance is classical, characterized by symmetrical design and detailed ornamentation. The entrance features a set of steps leading up to a portico with three main doorways. Each doorway is flanked by tall, rectangular windows with multiple panes. Above the doors, there is a decorative pediment with sculptural elements, adding to the classical aesthetic.

The building itself is constructed with a combination of brick and stone, with the upper portion of the facade having a more intricate stone detailing. There is a small triangular pediment above the central door, and the overall design includes classical columns and moldings.

The caption at the bottom of the photograph reads:
"Detail of Main Entrance
FOGG MUSEUM OF ART, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
Coolidge, Shepley, Raffin & Abbott, Architects"

This indicates the architectural firm responsible for the design of the museum's entrance. The photograph is likely from a historical architectural record or catalog.

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The image shows a black and white photograph of the main entrance to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The entrance features a classical architectural style with a set of wide stone steps leading up to a door with a semicircular fanlight window above it. There are two large rectangular windows with decorative frames on either side of the door. Above the doorway, there is an ornately decorated pediment with sculptural details. Leafless tree branches partially frame the entrance, suggesting the photo was taken in winter or early spring. The text below the photograph specifies that the architects were Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott. The photo is printed on a page in an open book or album.

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The image depicts a black and white photograph of the main entrance to the Fogg Museum of Art located at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The entrance features a grand staircase leading up to a set of double doors, above which a decorative pediment is visible. The building has a brick facade with symmetrical windows on either side of the entrance. There are leafless trees in the foreground, suggesting it might be winter or late fall. The caption beneath the photograph provides context, stating "Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass. Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, Architects."

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The image appears to be a printed page from a book showing a black and white photograph of a building's main entrance. At the top of the image, there's text that reads "Fogg Museum of Art," which seems to be the name of the structure in the photograph. The structure features a central doorway topped by a decorative pediment with classical architectural elements like pilasters and a small portico. The main steps lead up to the entrance, and the background behind the building shows leafless branches, indicating it might be taken in winter or early spring.

On the page below the photograph, there is a caption reading "Detail of Main Entrance" followed by "Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass." This indicates that the building is located at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Below that, the names "Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, Architects" are listed, suggesting that these are the architects responsible for the design of the building. The binding of the book is visible on the left edge, and the opposite page seems to have text which is likely related to the content of the museum or the architecture, but it's not visible in the image. The page edges have aged over time, showing some discoloration.

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The image shows an open book displaying a black-and-white photograph of the main entrance of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The photograph depicts a grand, neoclassical-style building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance with a decorative pediment and columns. The entrance is accessed via a set of wide stone steps, and the building is framed by trees, suggesting an outdoor setting.

Below the photograph, the caption reads:
"Detail of Main Entrance
FOGG MUSEUM OF ART, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfinch & Abbott, Architects"

The book itself has aged pages with visible text on the left margin, indicating that this is part of an archival or historical collection. The spine of the book is visible on the right side, showing a dark red or maroon cover. The overall presentation suggests the book may be part of an architectural or historical documentation, possibly from an old catalog or publication.