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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows a page from a book or a magazine, specifically from the Harvard Crimson, dated October 1st, 1927. The page is divided into two main sections.

On the left side, there is a printed announcement for an exhibition titled "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK." The announcement is from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and is dated October, 1927. Below this announcement, there is an image of a sculpture, described as a bust of Amelita Galli-Curci, a grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian Marble from Seravezza by Allan Clark. The piece is one of a group of Mr. Clark's sculptures now on display at the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right side, there are two articles. The first article, dated September 29, 1927, is titled "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED." It reports that works of art from prominent collectors will be removed by the middle of October. The article mentions that these works, exhibited all summer, include rare paintings, tapestries, and books, which have been attracting daily visitors. The text lists several notable artworks that have been exhibited, such as a Gutenberg Bible, a manuscript of J.P. Morgan, and a tapestry from Mrs. Harold Pratt. The article also mentions that when these masterpieces are removed, new exhibitions with new acquisitions and an exhibition of sculpture by Allan Clark will be held.

The second article, dated October 1st, 1927, is titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures." It announces an exhibition of sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark, which will be held at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks, beginning on Monday. The article provides additional information about Allan Clark, stating that he is a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and has traveled and lived in various countries, including Japan, China, Chocin China, Java, and India, in order to come into direct contact with the early art of the East.

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This image shows an open book or scrapbook page with various clippings and text. The left page contains a flyer titled "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK" with the text "FOGG ART MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY OCTOBER, 1927." Below this flyer, there is a photograph of a sculpture, which is described as a bust of Amelita Galli-Curci, a grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian marble from Seravezza by Allan Clark. The sculpture is part of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

The right page contains two newspaper clippings. The top clipping, dated September 29, 1927, is titled "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED" and discusses the removal of works of art lent by prominent collectors for the opening of the New Fogg Art Museum. The bottom clipping, dated October 1, 1927, is titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures" and mentions that sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark will be on exhibition at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks beginning Monday. It also provides some biographical information about Allan Clark, noting his studies at the Art Institute of Chicago and his travels to various countries in the East.

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This image displays an open scrapbook or album, showcasing two pages filled with newspaper clippings and printed materials related to an art exhibition in 1927.

The left-hand page features:

  • A printed title page for a publication or exhibition catalogue: "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK", published by the FOGG ART MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY in OCTOBER, 1927.
  • Below this, a newspaper clipping dated October 3, 1927, from the Harvard Crimson. It includes a black-and-white photograph of a bust sculpture — a portrait of a woman with classical styling, likely Amelita Galli-Curci.
  • The accompanying caption identifies the subject as: "(Right) Amelita Galli-Curci, the grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian Marble from Seravezza by Allan Clark." It notes the piece is part of a group of Mr. Clark's sculptures on display at the Fogg Art Museum.

The right-hand page contains several newspaper articles from the Harvard Crimson:

  • An article dated Sept. 29, 1927, titled "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED". It announces that works of art loaned by prominent collectors for the opening of the New Fogg Art Museum will be removed by mid-October. It highlights the popularity of the summer exhibition, which featured rare paintings, tapestries, and books, including loans from C.H. Pforsheimer (a Gutenberg Bible), J.P. Morgan, Mrs. Harold Pratt, C.F. Adams, Arthur Sachs VI, and J. Horace Harding.
  • A follow-up article dated Oct. 1, 1927, titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures". This announces a new exhibition of sculpture by Allan Clark — in wood, bronze, and stone — to be held at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks beginning Monday. It describes Clark as a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and traveled in Japan, China, Chocin China, Java, and India to study early Eastern art.

The entire spread is a historical documentation of the activities and exhibitions at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum in the fall of 1927, focusing on the transition from a major loan exhibition to a solo show by sculptor Allan Clark, with particular emphasis on his sculpture of opera star Amelita Galli-Curci. The pages are bound in a dark brown or maroon book, indicating it was a personal or institutional record of press coverage.

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The image shows an open book with a white page on the left and a black-and-white image of a sculpture on the right. The text on the left page reads "Sculpture" and "By Allan Clark" with a date of October 1927. The text on the right page reads "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed" and "Works of Art of Prominent Collectors Will Be Removed by Middle of October." The book appears to be a magazine or newspaper with a brown cover and a ribbon bookmark.

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The image depicts an open book, specifically a newspaper clipping placed on the right side of the page. The clipping appears to be an article about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, which was established in October 1927. The article mentions that the museum's collection includes works by prominent collectors, such as Allan Clark, and that it will exhibit new acquisitions and sculptures by Clark. The article also highlights the museum's extensive collection of rare paintings, tapestries, books, and manuscripts. The clipping is placed on top of a photograph of a sculpture by Allan Clark, which is titled "Amelia Galli-Curci." The sculpture is made of marble and is modeled in Italian style. The book is open to a page that features the clipping and the photograph, with the clipping on the right side and the photograph on the left side.

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The image shows an open book or catalog page from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated October 1927. The page is titled "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK" and features a detailed description of an exhibition. Here is a breakdown of the visual and textual elements:

Visual Elements:

  1. Photograph:

    • A black-and-white photograph of a bust is prominently displayed in the center of the page. The bust appears to be of a classical or historical figure, with detailed facial features and draped clothing. The photograph is labeled with a caption at the bottom, indicating that it is a work by Allan Clark titled "Amelia Galli-Curci, the grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian Marble from Savarese by Allan Clark."
    • The caption also notes that this piece is part of a group play at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Text Layout:

    • The page is divided into two main sections:
      • Left Side: Contains the title "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK" and a smaller heading "FOGG ART MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY" along with the date "OCTOBER, 1927." Below the photograph, there is additional text describing the bust and its significance.
      • Right Side: Contains a larger headline "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED" followed by a subheading: "Works of Art of Prominent Collectors Will Be Removed by Middle of October EXHIBITED ALL SUMMER." This section discusses the upcoming removal of artworks lent by prominent collectors and highlights the variety of items on display, including rare paintings, tapestries, books, and bindings.
  3. Additional Text:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller section titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures," which provides details about Allan Clark's exhibition at the New Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that Clark is a young American sculptor from Chicago who has traveled extensively in Japan, China, Chochin China, Java, and India to study early art.

Textual Content:

  • Exhibition Details:

    • The page announces that works of art from prominent collectors will be removed by the middle of October after being exhibited all summer.
    • It highlights the diversity of items on display, including rare paintings, tapestries, books, and bindings, which have attracted hundreds of visitors.
    • Specific examples of loaned items are mentioned, such as a Gutenberg Bible, a helmet of J.P. Morgan '88, manuscripts and bindings of New York, and a 16th-century tapestry by Mrs. Pratt.
  • Allan Clark's Sculpture:

    • The bust of Amelia Galli-Curci is described as being modeled in Italian marble from Savarese by Allan Clark. It is noted as part of a group play at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The smaller section at the bottom provides context about Clark's background, emphasizing his travels and study of early art in Asia.

Design and Formatting:

  • The page uses a clean, formal layout typical of museum catalogs or exhibition announcements from the early 20th century.
  • The use of bold headings and clear typography helps organize the information for readers.
  • The inclusion of a photograph adds a visual element that complements the textual description, enhancing the reader's understanding of the sculpture.

Context:

  • The page reflects the cultural and artistic focus of the Fogg Art Museum in the 1920s, showcasing both historical and contemporary works. The mention of Allan Clark's travels and study of early art suggests an interest in cross-cultural influences and the integration of global artistic traditions into modern sculpture.

In summary, the image depicts a well-organized catalog page from the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting an exhibition of sculptures by Allan Clark and providing details about the upcoming removal of loaned artworks, emphasizing the museum's role in showcasing diverse and historically significant pieces.

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  • The image shows an open scrapbook/page with vintage clippings about art and sculpture.
  • Left side: A title page reading “SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK” with “FOGG ART MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY OCTOBER, 1927.”
  • Right side: A newspaper clipping headlined “FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED” with subheads about works of art being removed by mid-October and that they were exhibited all summer.
  • There are additional small bits at the bottom, including a black-and-white photograph of a woman in a dress, and some captioned cutouts.
  • The page has an aged, yellowed appearance and is bound in a maroon cover, suggesting it’s part of a historical scrapbook or album. The overall vibe is 1920s art-world memorabilia.

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This image shows a scrapbook or archival collection featuring clippings and documents related to the artist Allan Clark and his sculptures. On the left-hand side, there is a booklet or pamphlet titled "Sculpture by Allan Clark" with information about an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in October 1927. Below the pamphlet is a smaller captioned image of a bust sculpture. Surrounding these materials are newspaper clippings discussing the exhibition, Allan Clark's work, and announcements about art collections at the museum during that time. The scrapbook's structure and layout provide historical insights into events and works related to Allan Clark.

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The image is a photograph of a scrapbook or album page. On the left side is a pamphlet or booklet titled "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK," attributed to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated October 1927. Below the pamphlet is a small cutout from the "Harvard Crimson" dated October 8, 1927, mentioning Amelia Galli-Curci, with a reference to a sculpture by Allan Clark. There is also a photograph of a bust sculpture.

On the right side of the page is a newspaper article titled "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED" from the "Crimson" dated September 29, 1927. The article discusses the removal of art pieces from a summer exhibition, mentioning paintings, tapestries, and books. Below this article is another clipping from the "Crimson," dated October 1, 1927, about an exhibition of Allan Clark’s sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone at the New Fogg Art Museum. This clipping gives some background on Allan Clark, noting that he studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and has traveled and lived in various countries.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or album page featuring various clippings, a pamphlet, and a photograph related to the sculptor Allan Clark and an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from October 1927.

  • On the left page, near the top is a pamphlet or booklet cover titled "SCULPTURE By ALLAN CLARK," with details indicating "FOGG ART MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY OCTOBER, 1927."

  • Below the pamphlet on the same page is a black-and-white photograph of a bust sculpture of a woman (her face has been blurred or obscured). The bust is described as modeled in Italian marble from Seravezza by Allan Clark, representing Amelita Galli-Curci, a grand opera soprano.

  • Adjacent to the photograph is a small clipping from the "Harvard Crimson" dated October 8, 1927, describing the sculpture and the exhibition.

  • The right page contains two newspaper clippings. The top clipping is titled "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED," dated "Sept. 29, 1927," and mentions that works of art by prominent collectors lent to the New Fogg Art Museum will be removed by the middle of October after a summer exhibition. It also lists some prominent pieces and lenders, and mentions that new exhibitions, including a sculpture exhibition by Allan Clark, will follow.

  • The bottom clipping, from the "Crimson - Oct 1, '27," announces that Allan Clark's sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone will be exhibited at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks starting Monday. It provides some background on Clark, describing him as a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and traveled extensively in Asia.

The scrapbook page overall documents an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in 1927, spotlighting sculptor Allan Clark and the removal of other artworks from the museum.