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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 791003

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The image shows an open book or notebook with a maroon cover. The page visible is numbered "55" in the top right corner and contains handwritten notes. The notes read "Loans" followed by "Pollaiuolo, A. - June 27" and "Rape of Deianira." The page appears to have a faint shadow or ghost image of a printed document behind it, which is partially obscured by the handwritten notes. The text on the printed document is not fully legible, but it seems to be related to an event or report, possibly from "The New England Art Museum." The overall appearance of the page suggests it might be part of an archive or historical record.

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This image shows an open book or ledger with a handwritten note on the right page. The handwritten note reads: "Pollaiuolo, A. – June 27 – Rape of Deianira." The text appears to be a record or entry, possibly related to an event or a piece of art. The left page of the book is partially visible and contains printed text, though it is not fully legible in this image. The book appears to be old, as indicated by the yellowed pages and the style of the handwriting. The page number "[55]" is visible in the top right corner of the right page. The book is bound with a maroon cover.

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This image displays an open, aged scrapbook or album, bound in a dark red-brown cloth or leather cover. The focus is on a single, aged page that has yellowed with time and shows signs of wear, including frayed and stained edges, especially along the top and right sides.

In the upper left corner of this page, there is handwritten text in black ink. The writing includes:

  • "Loans" (written above the main line)
  • "Pollaiuolo, A. - June 27 - Rape of Deianira" (written on the main line)

The central part of the page contains a faint, ghost-like image of what appears to be a printed magazine cover or article. While the details are extremely faded, it is possible to make out the title "THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE OF ART" and the date "JULY, 1941". Below this, some larger text reads "THE NEW FOGG ART MUSEUM AT HARVARD IS OPEN NOW". The rest of the printed text is largely illegible due to fading.

In the upper right corner of the page, there is a small, printed number in brackets: "[53]".

To the left, a portion of the facing page is visible. This page contains printed, typewritten text columns, suggesting it may be a newspaper clipping or another printed document pasted into the scrapbook.

The overall impression is that of a personal or institutional archive, perhaps documenting art loans or museum events from the early 20th century. The handwritten note suggests a specific item—a work by Antonio Pollaiuolo titled "Rape of Deianira"—was loaned on June 27, likely in 1941, coinciding with the magazine's date. The page is held in place with what appear to be old, discolored paper or tape hinges.

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An open book is on a gray surface. The book has a brown cover and a white spine. The pages of the book are white. The left page has some text, while the right page is blank. The text on the left page reads "Loans" and "Pallavolo a. June 27 Pope of Deamina." There is a small piece of paper attached to the left page.

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An old book is open, and a page is facing up. The book is brown, with a brown cover and a brown spine. The page is white, with a handwritten text that seems to be a letter. The text is written in cursive and is on the top left corner of the page. The page is torn on the right side, and the book is open on the left side.

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The image shows an open book with aged, light-colored pages. The book appears to be a historical or archival document, likely from the early 20th century, judging by the style of handwriting and the overall condition of the pages. The visible page is blank except for a handwritten note at the top. The note is written in cursive script and reads:

"Loans
Palermo, a. June 21, Pope of Demira"

The handwriting is neat and formal, suggesting it may be part of a log, record, or ledger. The book has a dark, possibly leather-bound cover, and the pages show signs of wear, with some discoloration and slight creases. The left page, partially visible, includes some printed text, including the word "NEW" at the top, indicating that this might be part of a larger collection or archive. The overall appearance suggests the book could be related to historical records, financial transactions, or administrative documentation.

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The image shows a page from an old book or document, with the title "Loans" written in cursive at the top. The purpose of the image is to display the contents of this page.

  • A book or document with a page that says "Loans"
    • The page is yellowed and worn, indicating its age.
    • The text is handwritten in cursive, suggesting it was written by hand.
    • The word "Loans" is underlined, possibly indicating importance or emphasis.
  • The page has a list of names and amounts
    • The list appears to be a collection of loans made to individuals or organizations.
    • The names are written in a formal script, suggesting they are official or formal names.
    • The amounts are listed in a column to the right of each name.
  • The page is from an old book or document
    • The binding is worn and damaged, indicating the book has been handled extensively.
    • The paper is yellowed and brittle, suggesting it is old and fragile.
    • The text is written in a style that was common in the past, indicating the document is from an earlier era.

Overall, the image suggests that the page is from an old book or document that contains a list of loans made to individuals or organizations. The handwritten text and formal script suggest that the document is official or formal in nature.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or document, featuring a handwritten note in the top-left corner that reads "Loans" and includes additional text below it. The page is white with a light brown border around the edges, suggesting it may be a page from a ledger or other financial document. The overall appearance of the page suggests that it is an old document, possibly from the early 20th century or earlier.

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The image depicts an open book with a page featuring handwritten text and a large blank space.

The book is bound in dark brown fabric, possibly leather or a similar material, and has yellowed pages. The left page is partially visible, displaying black printed text that is too small to read. The right page is the main focus of the image, with a heading written in cursive at the top that reads "Loose" followed by "Pallaviola A. June 29 Cape of Deumura." The rest of the page is blank except for a faint gray rectangle in the center, which appears to be a watermark or a ghosted image of text from the other side of the page. In the upper-right corner, the number "[55]" is written in pencil.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a scan of the book. Overall, the image presents a nostalgic and vintage feel, with the old book and its yellowed pages evoking a sense of history and tradition.

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The image presents a photograph of an open, vintage book with yellowed pages and a dark brown cover. The left page is partially visible, while the right page is fully visible.

  • Left Page:
    • The left page is partially visible, showing only a small portion of text.
    • The text appears to be from another page or document that has been inserted into the book.
    • The text is too small to read.
  • Right Page:
    • The right page is fully visible and features a large, blank space in the center.
    • The page has a light yellow color and appears to be aged.
    • There are handwritten notes at the top of the page in cursive script.
      • The first line reads "Pollaiuolo A. June 24" and is followed by "Pope of Decemra".
      • The handwriting is difficult to decipher, but it appears to be a title or heading.
    • In the top-right corner, there is a small notation that reads "[55]".
    • The page has a rough, textured appearance, suggesting that it may be made of paper or another type of material.
  • Book Cover:
    • The book has a dark brown cover with a textured surface.
    • The cover appears to be made of leather or a similar material.
    • The cover is slightly worn and faded, giving it an aged appearance.

In summary, the image shows an open, vintage book with yellowed pages and a dark brown cover. The right page features handwritten notes and a blank space, while the left page is partially visible and appears to have text from another document inserted into the book. The overall appearance of the book suggests that it is old and has been well-used.