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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows an open book or magazine page featuring a layout with a combination of text and photographs. The top part of the page includes a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture with the text "STONE" and a list of other sculptures, each with a title and material. The text mentions that these works will be removed by the middle of October and are part of the "Fogg Treasures."

Below the sculpture photo, there is a separate article discussing the Smithsonian Institution and its role in collecting and preserving artifacts. The article includes a photograph of a bust labeled "Amelita Galli-Curci, the grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian Marble from Seravezza by Allan Clark. The piece is one of a group of Mr. Clark's sculpture now on display at the Fogg Art Museum."

The bottom part of the page contains another article about the exhibition of sculptures by Allan Clark at the Fogg Art Museum. The text describes Clark as a young American sculptor who traveled and lived in various parts of the world to study early art from the East.

The overall theme of the page is related to art and cultural heritage, with a focus on the Fogg Art Museum and its exhibits. The page appears to be from a historical period, as indicated by the style of the text and the design of the page.

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This image is of a scrapbook page, likely from the 1920s, given the dated newspaper clippings. The left page contains several black and white photographs and captions, while the right page has a newspaper article titled "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed," dated September 29, 1927, from "The Crimson."

Left Page:

  1. Top Section:

    • A photograph of a sculpture labeled "14" is shown. The caption below lists works of art by Allan Clark:
      • "Stone: Amelita Galli-Curci (Italian Marble from Seravezza)"
      • "Thelma Given (American Limestone)"
      • "She (Stone)"
      • "Wood: The King's Temptress (Mahogany)"
      • "The Conspirator (Mahogany)"
      • "Chinese Actor (Lacquered Poplar)"
  2. Bottom Section:

    • A photograph of a bust titled "Amelita Galli-Curci," the grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian Marble from Seravezza by Allan Clark. The caption mentions that this piece is one of a group of Mr. Clark's sculptures now on display at the Fogg Art Museum.

Right Page:

  • Top Article:

    • Headlined "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed," the article discusses the removal of works of art lent by prominent collectors for the opening of the New Fogg Art Museum. These works, which have been on display throughout the summer, will be removed by mid-October. The article highlights the popularity of the exhibit, with up to 300 daily visitors.
    • It mentions specific works such as a Gutenberg Bible, manuscripts and bindings of J.P. Morgan, and a tapestry by Mrs. Harold Pratt's.
  • Bottom Article:

    • Dated October 1, 1927, this article is titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures." It announces that sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark will be on exhibition at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks. It provides a brief biography of Allan Clark, noting his education, travels, and influences from early Eastern art.

The overall content of the scrapbook page focuses on the exhibition and removal of significant artworks at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the contributions of Allan Clark.

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This image shows an open, vintage scrapbook with a reddish-brown cloth cover, displaying two pages filled with newspaper clippings and photographs, likely documenting events at the Fogg Art Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums) in 1927.

The pages are arranged in a collage style, with multiple clippings and photos pinned or glued onto the aged, yellowed paper.

Left Page:

  • Top Section: A black-and-white photograph of a dark, stylized, abstract sculpture of a humanoid figure with horns or antennae and outstretched arms, labeled with the number "14" beneath it.
  • Below the Photo: A typed or printed list of artworks, categorized by material:
    • STONE:
      1. AMELITA GALLI-CURCI (Italian Marble from Sera vezza)
      2. THELMA GIVEN (American Limestone)
      3. “SHE” (Stone)
    • WOOD:
      1. THE KING’S TEMPTRESS (Mahogany)
      2. THE CONSPIRATOR (Mahogany)
      3. CHINESE ACTOR (Lacquered Poplar)
  • Bottom Section: A prominent black-and-white photograph of a marble bust. It is a side-profile portrait of a woman with her hair pulled back, wearing a ruffled dress.
    • A small note below the bust reads: "October 8, 1927 (Right) Amelita Galli-Curci, the grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian Marble from Sera vezza by Allan Clark. The piece is one of a group of Mr. Clark's sculpture now on display at the Fogg Art Museum. Harvard Crimson."
    • Two small, empty square boxes are printed on either side of this note.

Right Page:

  • Top Clipping (Headline): "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED" (Source: Crimson Sept. 29, 1927)
    • Sub-headline: "Works of Art of Prominent Collectors Will Be Removed by Middle of October"
    • Text explains that rare paintings, tapestries, and books loaned for the museum's opening will be removed by October 15, after being exhibited all summer to hundreds of daily visitors. It mentions specific loans, including a Gutenberg Bible and works by John Adams, Stuart, Goya, and a portrait of "Sir Walter Scott."
  • Bottom Clipping (Headline): "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures" (Source: Crimson - Oct 1, '27)
    • Text announces an exhibition of sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks beginning Monday (Oct 3, 1927).
    • It describes Clark as a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and traveled in Japan, China, and India to connect with early Eastern art.

Overall Context:

The scrapbook captures a specific moment in 1927, documenting the temporary exhibition of important art loans and, concurrently, a new exhibition of works by the contemporary sculptor Allan Clark. The highlighted sculpture throughout the pages is the marble bust of Amelita Galli-Curci, linking the two main stories: her portrait was part of Clark's new exhibit, and Clark himself was likely one of the "prominent collectors" whose work was on display at the Fogg that summer. The clippings are from the Harvard Crimson, Harvard University's student newspaper.

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The image shows a spread of an old book with text and images. The left page has a drawing of a person with a mask and a text box below it. The right page has a drawing of a person's head and a text box below it. The text on the right page reads "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed." The book appears to be a newspaper clipping or a magazine article.

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A page from a book is open, with text and images on it. The text is in black, and the images are in black and white. The page has a brown border, and the text is written on a white background. The images are of sculptures and paintings. The text on the right side of the page is in bold and reads "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED".

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The image shows an open book, likely a catalog or exhibition program, featuring a page titled "Crimson Sept. 29, 1927". The page is divided into two main sections, each containing text and illustrations.

Left Side:

  • Title and Description: The left section includes a caption describing a sculpture titled "THE KING'S TEMPLE" by Amelia Galli-Curci, an Italian soprano. The sculpture is described as being modeled in Italian Marble and is noted as part of a group play at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Illustration: There is a black-and-white illustration of a stylized figure, likely representing the sculpture. The figure appears to be an abstract or symbolic representation, possibly depicting a dancer or performer, with an elongated form and a dynamic pose.
  • Caption Details: The caption provides additional context, mentioning that the sculpture is now on display at the Fogg Art Museum and was part of a group play.

Right Side:

  • Headline: The right section features a bold headline: "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED", followed by a subheading: "Works of Art of Prominent Collectors Will Be Removed by Middle of October".
  • Exhibition Information: The text explains that works of art lent by prominent collectors for the opening of the New Fogg Art Museum will be removed by the middle of October. It highlights that these objects, including paintings, tapestries, books, and rare bindings, have been on exhibition throughout the summer and have attracted daily visitors.
  • Notable Loans: The text lists several notable loans, including:
    • A Gutenberg Bible lent by Mr. C.H. Pfroz.
    • Manuscripts and bindings from J.P. Morgan '88.
    • A 16th-century tapestry from Mrs. Harold Pratt.
    • A portrait of John Adams by Stuart.
    • Tintoretto’s "Bartish Sacha '01" and Goya’s portrait of Pedro Romero.
    • A portrait of Christ by Pedro Romero.
    • A collection by Sir Walter Scott from Yale University.
  • Additional Information: The text also mentions that new acquisitions, including sculptures by Allan Clark, will be exhibited, and that many important works will be shown on extension.

Additional Elements:

  • Date and Title: The top of the page includes the date "Sept. 29, 1927" and the title "Crimson", suggesting this is a publication or newsletter.
  • Illustration of a Bust: Below the text on the right, there is a black-and-white illustration of a bust, likely of a historical or notable figure, though the identity is not specified in the visible text.
  • Footer Note: At the bottom right, there is a note titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures", indicating that sculptures by Allan Clark will be on display at the New Fogg Art Museum for two weeks beginning Monday. It provides a brief biography of Clark, noting he is a young American sculptor from Chicago who has traveled extensively in Asia.

Overall Context:

The page appears to be part of a museum catalog or exhibition program, detailing upcoming changes to the Fogg Art Museum's collection, highlighting notable loans, and announcing new exhibitions, including works by Allan Clark. The inclusion of both textual descriptions and illustrations suggests it is intended for visitors or art enthusiasts to understand the museum's offerings and changes.

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This is a photo of an open scrapbook or album with yellowed pages and a burgundy cover. The left-hand page features small black-and-white images and captions: at the top a figure sculpture with arms raised, and below that a list of items (including mentions of Amelita Galli-Curci and various materials like marble and wood). Near the bottom is a bust photograph with a caption and a small diagram or note surrounding it.

The right-hand page is dominated by a tall newspaper clipping with a bold headline: “FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED.” The article talks about works of art that will be removed from the collection (the Fogg Museum) by mid-October, noting that paintings, tapestries, books, and other items were exhibited all summer and were seen by many visitors. There are additional smaller cutouts at the bottom of the right page, including another piece titled “To Exhibit Clark Sculptures,” describing a sculpture exhibit setup.

Overall, the page shows a 1920s-era documentation of art exhibits and museum treasures, with several black-and-white photos and clipped newspaper articles arranged in the scrapbook.

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The image depicts an open archival book or scrapbook with several pages containing text, photographs, and clippings. On the left page, there is a description of various sculptures and art pieces by Allan Clark, accompanied by a photograph of a statue featuring a stylized, abstract human figure. On the right page, newspapers and articles discuss art exhibitions, including the removal of works of art from the Fogg Art Museum by mid-October and the upcoming exhibition of Allan Clark sculptures. The text references the artist's experiences and inspirations drawn from different cultures.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or book that includes both text and pictures. On the left page, there is a photograph of a sculpture titled "Amelita Galli-Curci," made from Italian marble from Serravezza. Below the image is another photograph, and text that mentions an exhibition date of October 8, 1927, related to Allan Clark’s sculpture displayed at the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right page, there is an article from the "Crimson" dated September 29, 1927, with the headline "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED." The article discusses the removal of artworks on loan from prominent collectors that had been exhibited all summer. It mentions paintings, tapestries, and books seen by many visitors, and the need to remove them due to the end of the exhibition.

Additionally, there is another clipping from a "Crimson" article dated October 1, 1927, titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures," which discusses an exhibition of sculpture by Alina Clark at the Fogg Art Museum starting on a specified Monday. It describes Clark as a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and traveled to several countries for inspiration.

Overall, the pages are related to artwork exhibitions and notices about sculpture and art collections, presenting text and images documenting these events.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or album page with various clippings and photographs attached. On the left side, there is a black-and-white photograph of a statuette labeled "14" depicting a humanoid figure with a large, rounded head and outstretched arms. Below the photo is a list of items categorized by materials such as stone and wood, including names like "Amelita Galli-Curci," "The King's Temptress," and "Chinese Actor."

Below that, there is another black-and-white photograph of a bust sculpture mounted on a base. The bust appears to show a person with long hair tied back.

On the right side of the page, there are two newspaper clipping articles dated 1927. The larger one at the top announces that "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed" and discusses works of art lent by prominent collectors being removed by mid-October. It also mentions exhibitions of rare paintings, tapestries, and books, along with loans and portraits exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum.

The smaller clipping at the bottom right discusses an exhibit of Clark sculptures, noting that sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark will be on exhibition for two weeks at the Fogg Art Museum. It describes Allan Clark as a young American sculptor who studied in Chicago and traveled in East Asia.

There are also handwritten dates and notes next to the images and clippings. The overall appearance suggests a carefully curated archival or historical collection related to art and museum exhibitions.