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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or an archival collection, containing several newspaper clippings and a photograph. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • This clipping includes a photograph of a sculpture titled "SHE" made of stone. The sculpture depicts a humanoid figure with outstretched arms and legs.
    • Below the photograph, there is a list of other artworks on display:
      1. "AMELITA GALLI-CURCI" - Italian Marble from Seravezza
      2. "THELMA GWEN" - Italian Limestone
      3. "SHE" - Stone
      4. "THE KING'S TEMPTRESS" - Wood
      5. "THE CONSPIRATOR" - Mahogany
      6. "CHINESE ACTOR" - Lacquered Papier
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • The headline reads "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED."
    • The article states that works of art from prominent collectors will be removed by the middle of October.
    • It mentions that the artworks, including rare paintings, tapestries, and books, have been seen daily by hundreds of visitors over the summer.
    • Notable pieces include a portrait of J.P. Morgan by Mrs. Horace Pratt and a painting by Goya.
    • The article also mentions that an exhibition of sculptures by Allan Clark will be held starting Monday.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • This clipping includes a photograph of a bust sculpture.
    • The text next to the photograph identifies the sculpture as "Amelita Galli-Curci" by Allan Clark, made of Italian Marble from Seravezza.
    • It mentions that the piece is part of a group of sculptures on display at the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • The headline reads "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures."
    • The article states that sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark will be exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum starting Monday.
    • It provides background on Allan Clark, mentioning that he studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and has traveled and lived in China, Japan, and India to study early Eastern art.

Overall, the page seems to document an exhibition of sculptures at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting specific works and providing context about the artist and the exhibition schedule.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping or a historical document featuring two main articles from the year 1927.

  1. Top Article: "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed"

    • The headline indicates that works of art from the Fogg Art Museum, which have been exhibited all summer, will be removed by mid-October.
    • It mentions that a wide array of artworks from prominent collectors has been on display. These include rare paintings, tapestries, books, and other valuable items.
    • The museum's collections have drawn significant attention, with thousands of visitors daily. Specific pieces highlighted include:
      • A Gutenberg Bible
      • Manuscripts and bindings by notable individuals like J.P. Morgan '89 and a 16th-century tapestry by Mrs. Harold Pratt.
      • A portrait of John Adams by Stuart
      • A Raphael print and other notable works.
    • The article also notes that new exhibitions will feature acquisitions, and some works of the museum’s own collection will be exhibited.
  2. Bottom Left Section:

    • This section includes an image of a bust labeled "Amelita Galli-Curci" and a brief description, noting that the bust is made of Italian marble by Allan Clark.
    • The date mentioned is October 5, 1927.
  3. Bottom Right Section:

    • Another clipping titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures," detailing the exhibition of sculptures by Allan Clark.
    • Clark is described as a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and has traveled extensively, including to Japan, China, Cochin China, Java, and India.
    • The exhibition will showcase his works in wood, bronze, and stone, and it will be on display for two weeks starting Monday.

Overall, the document highlights the Fogg Art Museum's efforts to showcase diverse and valuable artworks and the significance of Clark's sculptures in the context of contemporary art.

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The image displays an open book or scrapbook with various clippings, photographs, and text. On the right-hand page, there is a large clipping with the headline "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED," dated September 29, 1927. The article discusses the removal of works of art from prominent collectors at the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning that these pieces have been on display all summer and viewed by many visitors. Notable items include the Gutenberg Bible, a 16th-century tapestry, and a portrait by John Singer Sargent. The article also mentions upcoming exhibitions, including sculptures by Allan Clarke.

Below this clipping is another, dated October 1, 1927, titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures," which details an exhibition of sculptures by Allan Clarke at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting his background and travels.

On the left-hand page, there are several images with captions. One image shows a sculpture titled "Amelita Galli-Curci," made of Italian marble, given by Allan Clarke. Another image shows a bust labeled "She," made of wood, and another of a "Chinese Actor," made of lacquered poplar. Each image is numbered and accompanied by descriptive text.

There are also handwritten annotations, possibly notes or reminders, on both pages, with dates such as "Oct. 5, 1927" and "Oct. 3, 1927." The annotations might reference the displayed articles or serve as personal reminders. The overall context suggests a collection of press clippings and images related to art exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum in 1927.

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The image shows an open page from a newspaper clipping dated September 29, 1939, detailing an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. Here are the key points from the clipping:

  1. Headline and Subheadings:

    • Main Headline: "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed"
    • Subheading: "Works of Art of Prominent Collectors Will Be Removed by Middle of October"
    • Another subheading mentions that these works have been exhibited all summer.
  2. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition features rare paintings, tapestries, books, and other art objects.
    • The works have been on display daily and seen by hundreds of visitors.
    • Many of the exhibited works are loans from prominent collectors and will be removed by mid-October.
  3. Notable Loans and Collectors:

    • Gutenberg Bible lent by Mr. C. H. Pforzheimer of New York.
    • Manuscripts from the collection of Mrs. William A. Coolidge.
    • Tapestry of the South lent by Mrs. Harold Pratt.
    • Portrait of John Adams (1788) by John Singleton Copley, lent by the estate of Mrs. Robert Homans.
    • Arthur Sachs' "Baptism of Christ" and Goya’s portrait of Don Pedro, Duke of Osuna.
    • Mrs. Walter Scott's collection, including Sir Walter Scott's "Polonaise."
    • Yale University's "The Rape of Deianira."
  4. Special Exhibit Announcement:

    • Sculptures by Allan Clark will be exhibited for two weeks starting Monday.
    • Allan Clark is a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and has traveled extensively in Asia (Japan, China, Chino-Tibet, Java, and India) to study early Eastern art.
  5. Additional Information:

    • The newspaper clipping includes an image of a sculpted bust, which is identified as Amelita Galli-Curci, an Italian opera soprano, modeled by Allan Clark.
    • There is a list of various artifacts displayed, categorized by material (Stone, Wood) with descriptions and origins.

Overall, the article emphasizes the significance of the exhibition, the notable pieces on display, and the prominent collectors involved, while also announcing an upcoming exhibit of Allan Clark's sculptures.

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The image shows pages from a newspaper, specifically the Harvard Crimson, dated September 29, 1927. The articles are related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

  1. Main Article: "Fogg Treasures Will Be Removed"

    • This article announces that many works of art on loan from prominent collectors will be removed from the Fogg Art Museum by the middle of October. These pieces have been exhibited all summer and have attracted hundreds of visitors daily.
    • The article mentions various notable works including a Gutenberg Bible, manuscripts, and bindings from J.P. Morgan, a 15th-century tapestry, and paintings by artists such as John Adams '88, Stuart, Arthur Sachs '01, Tintoretto, Pedro Romero, and Raeburn.
    • The article also notes that despite the removal of these treasures, new exhibitions will be available, including works from the museum's own collection and new acquisitions.
  2. Image Descriptions:

    • On the left page, there are two images:
      • The first image is a stone sculpture titled "Amelita Galli-Curci," modeled in Italian marble by Allan Clark, depicting the opera soprano.
      • The second image is a photograph of a bust, which is not labeled but appears to be a marble sculpture.
  3. Smaller Article: "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures"

    • This article mentions an upcoming exhibition of sculptures in wood, bronze, and stone by Allan Clark at the Fogg Art Museum starting the following Monday (October 3, 1927).
    • It describes Clark as a young American sculptor who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and traveled extensively in Japan, China, Chocín China, Java, and India to study early Eastern art.

The newspaper pages highlight the rich cultural and artistic offerings of the Fogg Art Museum during that time, showcasing both famous loans and emerging talents.

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The image shows an old newspaper clipping and a page from what appears to be an art catalog or magazine, dated October 1927.

Newspaper Clipping:
The headline reads "FOGG TREASURES WILL BE REMOVED" dated September 29, 1927. The article discusses the removal of various artworks from the Fogg Art Museum by the middle of October. It mentions that the works were lent by prominent collectors for the museum's opening and have been highly popular with visitors, drawing between 200 to 500 daily.

Key pieces mentioned include:

  • A Gutenberg Bible lent by Mr. C. H. F. Pforzheimer of New York.
  • Manuscripts and bindings of J. P. Morgan.
  • A 16th-century tapestry from Mrs. Harold Pratt.
  • A portrait of John Adams by Stuart.
  • Titian's "Baptism of Christ" and Goya's portrait of the famous toreador Pedro Romero.
  • "Sir Walter Scott" by Raeburn.
  • Pollainolo’s "The Rape of Delianira" by Yale University.

The article also notes that the removal will allow the museum to prepare new exhibitions, including works of art that have not been previously displayed, such as sculptures by Allan Clark.

Art Catalog/Magazine Page:
The left page includes an entry with a list of art pieces:

  1. Amelita Galli-Curci (Indian Marble from Seravezza).
  2. Thelma Given (American Limestone).
  3. "She" (Wood).
  4. The King's Tempteress (Mahogany).
  5. The Conspirator (Mahogany).
  6. Chinese Actor (Lacquered Poplar).

There are also two photographs on this page:

  • A black-and-white image of Amelita Galli-Curci, the grand opera soprano, modeled in Italian marble.
  • A bust sculpture of a man, possibly related to Allan Clark's work, based on the accompanying article.

The bottom right of the page includes a smaller clipping titled "To Exhibit Clark Sculptures," dated October 1, 1927. This clipping mentions that Allan Clark's sculptures will be on exhibition for two weeks beginning Monday. Clark, a young American sculptor, studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and traveled extensively in Asia to study early art.

Overall, the image provides historical context about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions and the artworks that were part of its collections in 1927.

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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.

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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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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.