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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the "Harvard Crimson," dated in November and October of 1927. Here is a detailed summary of the content of the clippings:

  1. Harvard to Hold Norton Centenary (Nov. 3, 1927):

    • The University is commemorating the 100th birthday of Charles Eliot Norton, the first professor of the fine arts in Harvard.
    • An exhibition of letters and works by Norton will be displayed in the Treasure Room of Widener Library.
    • Eric B. D. Maclagan, the Keeper of the Department of British and Medieval Antiquities at the British Museum, will deliver the second Charles Eliot Norton lecture on Italian art.
  2. Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures (Nov. 3, 1927):

    • The Fogg Museum is hosting an exhibition of pictures by Martin Mower '91, a lecturer in Fine Arts at the University.
  3. Prize Sketches at Fogg (Nov. 3, 1927):

    • An exhibition of winning watercolor sketches from a contest involving the Architectural School, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and members of the Boston Architectural Club will be on display at the Fogg Museum.
    • The exhibition is divided into two parts: "A Tea House" and "A Tourist's Office in a Small Town."
  4. Goldschmidt to Open Lecture Series Today (Nov. 3, 1927):

    • Professor Adolph Goldschmidt of the University of Berlin will give the opening lecture of the Illustrated Lectures on Fine Arts series.
    • His talk, titled "Treats of Times of Charlemagne," will be held at 4 o'clock in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Museum.
    • The lecture series includes topics on Romanesque churches, Gothic architecture, and Renaissance buildings.
  5. Maclagan to Give Second Lecture (Nov. 3, 1927):

    • Eric B. D. Maclagan will deliver the second Charles Eliot Norton lecture on "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani."
    • The lecture will be illustrated by lantern slides of objects and will be held in the New Lecture Hall at 8 o'clock.
    • The lecture series focuses on Italian art and architecture, particularly the Pisani family's contributions to Romanesque sculpture.
  6. Officers Invited to Fogg Tea (Oct. 23, 1927):

    • The College Tea Association will meet for tea in the Fogg Museum of Art.
    • All officers of instruction and administration at the University are invited to attend.
  7. Harvard Calendar (Oct. 23, 1927):

    • A list of upcoming events at Harvard, including lectures, meetings, and other academic and social activities.

The clippings provide a snapshot of the cultural and academic events happening at Harvard University during this period, highlighting exhibitions, lectures, and other notable activities related to fine arts and architecture.

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The image displays several newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson, dated November 8, 1927. Here is a detailed summary of the articles shown:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Harvard to Hold Norton Centennial):

    • The article discusses the 100th anniversary of the birth of Charles Eliot Norton, the first professor of fine arts at Harvard University. Plans are underway to honor Norton, including a centennial celebration and an exhibit of his works and those of his contemporaries in the Fogg Museum.
  2. Top Middle Clipping (Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures):

    • This piece announces an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, which features a collection of paintings by Martin Mower '91. The exhibit is noted as a significant collection of fine arts.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Second Norton Lecture):

    • The article reports that Eric R. D. Maclagan will deliver the second Norton lecture on Italian art at 5:00 PM in the New Lecture Hall. The lecture will cover "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani" and will be illustrated with lantern slides.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (Prize Sketches at Fogg):

    • This clipping describes an exhibition of winning watercolor sketches prepared by students from the Architectural School at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The exhibit is set to be held at the Fogg Museum and includes subjects like "A Tea House" and "A Tourist's Office in a Summer Resort."
  5. Middle Right Clipping (Goldschmidt to Open Lecture Series Today):

    • The article announces that Professor Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin will give the opening lecture of the illustrated series on German architecture. The lecture series is scheduled to begin on November 16 and will include topics such as "Romanesque Churches in Germany," "The Derivation from France," and "The Gothic Cathedral."
  6. Bottom Right Clipping (Maclagan to Give Second Lecture):

    • This piece reiterates the second lecture by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, emphasizing that it will be held at 8:00 PM in the New Lecture Hall. The lecture will focus on "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani" and will be illustrated with lantern slides.
  7. Bottom Center Clipping (Officers Invited to Fogg Tea):

    • The College Tea Association invites officers of the University to a tea at the Fogg Museum of Art. The event is scheduled for 4:00 to 6:00 PM on October 25.
  8. Bottom Right Clipping (Harvard Calendar):

    • The clipping lists various events and activities scheduled at Harvard for the week of November 8, 1927, including football games, lectures, and other academic and social events.

The articles highlight academic and cultural events centered around art, architecture, and history, reflecting the intellectual and artistic life at Harvard University during that period.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping from around 1927, featuring various articles related to Harvard University and its events.

  1. Top Left:

    • Title: "Harvard to Hold Norton Centenary"
    • Content: This article discusses the upcoming 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton, a Harvard professor. It mentions that Harvard plans to honor Norton, who was a prominent figure in the fine arts. It highlights the achievements of Norton and his influence on the field of art education.
  2. Top Center:

    • Title: "Second Norton Lecture to be in New Lecture Hall"
    • Content: This article mentions that Eric R. D. Maclagan will give the second lecture in the Norton series on Italian art. It notes the lecture will be held in the New Lecture Hall of the Fogg Museum, which was too small for the first lecture.
  3. Top Right:

    • Title: "Maclagan to Give Second Lecture"
    • Content: Focuses on Maclagan’s lecture titled "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani" scheduled for 8:00 o'clock. The article notes that lantern slides will be used to illustrate the lecture, depicting various objects from the 13th century.
  4. Center:

    • Title: "Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures"
    • Content: Describes an exhibition in the Fogg Museum featuring works by artist W. Mower. It mentions that the exhibit is a loan from the Art Institute of Boston.
  5. Below Center Left:

    • Title: "Prize Sketches at Fogg"
    • Content: Announces an exhibition of winning watercolor sketches prepared by students of the Architectural Institute of Technology. The sketches are judged by a jury and categorized into two parts: "A Tea House" and "A Tourist's Office in a Summer Resort."
  6. Center Bottom Left:

    • Title: "Goldschmidt to Open Lecture Series Today"
    • Content: Discusses the opening lecture of an illustrated series on "German Architecture" given by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt. It notes that the series will cover the history of German architecture from Charlemagne to the present.
  7. Bottom Right:

    • Title: "Harvard Calendar"
    • Content: Lists events for October 23rd, including:
      • Football game between Harvard and Massachusetts Agricultural College.
      • Other events such as a lecture series, and specific dates for football matches and other activities.

The newspaper page includes additional smaller text and advertisements, but the main focus is on the academic and cultural events happening at Harvard University in the late 1920s.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted on an open book, likely from "The Harvard Crimson," dated November 9, 1927. The clippings report on various events and lectures at Harvard University.

  1. Norton Centenary (left page, top):

    • Plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton, a professor at Harvard, on November 16. The event includes an exhibit of his letters, works of art, and a lecture by Charles H. Grandgent. The celebration will also feature an address by the American Ambassador to Italy, Richard Washburn Child.
  2. Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures (left page, middle):

    • The Fogg Museum is displaying a collection of pictures from the loan of Mr. Thomas M. Mower, a lecturer in Fine Arts at Harvard. The exhibition aims to present a cross-section of modern art.
  3. Prize Sketches at Fogg (left page, bottom):

    • Winning watercolor sketches from the Architectural Club are exhibited at the Fogg Museum. The sketches, by students from MIT and Harvard, depict "A Tea House" and "A Tourist’s Office in a Summer Resort."
  4. Second Norton Lecture (right page, top):

    • Eric H. Maclagan, Director of the Wallace Collection in London, delivered the second Norton Lecture on Italian art, focusing on the Pisan sculptures of the 13th century. The lecture was well-attended, with 700 people in the new Lecture Hall of the Fogg Museum.
  5. Goldschmidt to Open Lecture Series (right page, middle):

    • Professor Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin will start a series of six lectures on German architecture, beginning with a talk on the architecture of Charlemagne. The lectures will be illustrated with lantern slides.
  6. Maclagan to Give Second Lecture (right page, top):

    • Maclagan will also give a second lecture on Romanesque sculpture and the Pisan sculptures, illustrated with lantern slides, at 8 o'clock in the new Lecture Hall.
  7. Officers Invited to Fogg Tea (right page, bottom):

    • The College Tea Association will meet for tea at the Fogg Museum, with the officers of instruction and administration invited to attend.
  8. Harvard Calendar (right page, bottom corner):

    • A calendar of upcoming events at Harvard, including football games, lectures, and concerts from November 9 to 27, 1927.

The clippings reflect the cultural and academic activities at Harvard University during that period, focusing on art, architecture, and lectures by prominent figures in these fields.

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The image shows an old newspaper page from the Harvard Crimson dated in early November of various years. The articles primarily focus on academic lectures, art exhibitions, and university events. Here are the main points detailed:

  1. Harvard to Hold Norton Centenary:

    • The article discusses the upcoming 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton's birth, a notable professor at Harvard.
    • Norton, known for his contributions to fine arts and literature, was the first professor of fine arts at Harvard.
    • An exhibit of letters and works from Norton’s students will be displayed in the Fogg Museum, showcasing famous figures like T.S. Eliot, Robert Frost, and Bernard Berenson.
  2. Second Norton Lecture to Be in New Lecture Hall:

    • Eric R. D. Maclagan will give the second Charles Eliot Norton lecture at the new lecture hall in the Fogg Museum.
    • The topic is “Italian Sculpture in the XIII Century.”
  3. Maclagan to Give Second Lecture:

    • Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan will speak on "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani" at the new lecture hall.
    • Slides will be used to illustrate the lecture, focusing on Italian art from the 13th century.
  4. Goldschmidt to Open Lecture Series Today:

    • A visiting German professor, Adolph Goldschmidt, will start a lecture series on "German Architecture – Treats of Times of Charlemagne in First Lecture."
    • The series is part of the illustrated lectures on the opening of the Germanic Museum.
  5. Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures:

    • The Fogg Museum is exhibiting a collection of pictures by Mower, a lecturer in Fine Arts at the University.
    • The exhibition includes watercolors and drawings from various sources.
  6. Prize Sketches at Fogg:

    • Watercolor sketches that won prizes in a competition held by the Architectural School are displayed at the Fogg Museum.
    • The competition was divided into "A Tea House" and "A Tourist's Office."
  7. Officers Invited to Fogg Tea:

    • The College Tea Association will meet at the Fogg Museum for a tea session at 4:00 o’clock.
    • The event is an official reception and invitation to the officers.
  8. Harvard Calendar:

    • Lists upcoming events, including lectures, club meetings, and academic activities.

The page is rich with information about historical academic and artistic events at Harvard University, highlighting the cultural and intellectual activities of the time.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson, dated November 9, 1927. The clippings discuss various academic events and lectures happening at Harvard University, particularly related to the Fogg Museum of Art and the Department of Fine Arts.

  1. Harvard to Hold Norton Centenary:

    • This article marks the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton's birth. Norton was a professor at Harvard and a noted figure in the appreciation of art. The article mentions Norton's contributions to Harvard, including his work in the Fogg Museum, and his efforts in establishing the Department of Fine Arts.
  2. Second Norton Lecture to Be in New Lecture Hall:

    • Eric H. D. Maclagan will deliver the second Norton Lecture on Italian art at 8 o'clock in the New Lecture Hall. The lecture is titled "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani." Maclagan will illustrate his talk with lantern slides depicting various objects from the 13th century.
  3. Goldschmidt to Open Lecture Series Today:

    • The Illustrated Series on "German Architecture" will start with a lecture by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin. The lecture will cover the development of German architecture from the Dark Ages through medieval times.
  4. Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures:

    • The Fogg Museum is exhibiting a collection of pictures by Martin Mower '01, a lecturer in Fine Arts at Harvard.
  5. Prize Sketches at Fogg:

    • An exhibition of prize-winning watercolor sketches by students from the Architectural School, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the Boston Architectural Club will be open to the public in the Old Fogg Museum. The drawings are divided into categories such as "A Tea House" and "A Tourist's Office in a Summer Resort."
  6. Maclagan to Give Second Lecture:

    • This is a follow-up on the second Norton Lecture by Eric H. D. Maclagan, emphasizing the use of lantern slides to illustrate the topic of "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani."
  7. Officers Invited to Fogg Tea:

    • The College Tea Association invites officers to a tea from 4 to 6 o'clock in the Fogg Museum of Art. The event is an opportunity to meet with faculty and administrators.
  8. Harvard Calendar:

    • The clipping includes a small Harvard calendar section, listing various events and activities for the upcoming days, including sports events, lectures, and other academic functions.

Overall, the clippings highlight the academic and cultural events at Harvard, showcasing the university's commitment to art, architecture, and historical studies.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album page containing several newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson and The Cambridge Tribune, all dated around November 1927. The clippings primarily focus on events related to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

Key headlines and topics include:

  1. "HARVARD TO HOLD NORTON CENTENARY" — marking the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton, professor of fine arts at Harvard.
  2. "SECOND NORTON LECTURE TO BE IN NEW LECTURE HALL" — an announcement about a lecture by Eric R. D. Maclagan scheduled for 8 o'clock at the new Norton Lecture Hall, part of the Fogg Museum.
  3. "MACLAGAN TO GIVE SECOND LECTURE" — details about Maclagan's talk on "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani," along with mention that lantern slides would illustrate the subject.
  4. "GOLDSCHMIDT TO OPEN LECTURE SERIES TODAY" — announcing a lecture by visiting German Professor Adolph Goldschmidt on the history of German architecture.
  5. "Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures" — a note about an exhibition of paintings by Martin Mower from the Fogg Museum's collection.
  6. "Prize Sketches at Fogg" — describing a competition among architecture students involving watercolors of Boston Architectural Club scenes, with winners' sketches being displayed at the Fogg Museum.
  7. "Officers Invited to Fogg Tea" — about an upcoming social event hosted by the College Teas Association at the Fogg Museum.
  8. "HARVARD CALENDAR" — listing various university sports and events scheduled for the period.

The clippings are neatly arranged and pasted onto a yellowed page with handwritten annotations noting sources and dates. The overall impression is a historical collection documenting academic and cultural events connected to Harvard's art community in 1927.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, most likely from a scrapbook or a compilation of historical documents. The papers are from publications such as "The Cambridge Tribune" and "Harvard Crimson," indicating a focus on events and news related to Harvard University. The dates visible on the clippings are from 1927.

The topics covered in these clippings range from lectures and art exhibitions to university events. For example, one article mentions the Norton Centenary with a reference to Charles Eliot Norton, Harvard's first professor of art history. Another clipping talks about a lecture on "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisan" and has a subheading that says the lecture will be illustrated with lantern slides and will discuss subjects from the 13th century. Other topics include visiting lecture series, exhibitions featuring sketch competitions, and various cultural and academic offerings at the time.

The condition of the pages suggests they have aged, and the edges appear tattered and worn, indicative of their historical value and the time that has passed since their publication. The arrangement in a bound volume implies they are being preserved for archival or research purposes.

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The image appears to be of an open scrapbook or album filled with various newspaper clippings and articles. The articles come from sources such as "The Cambridge Tribune" and "Harvard Crimson" dating back to November 1927. They cover topics primarily related to lectures, exhibitions, and events at Harvard University.

At the top left of the page, there is an article from "The Cambridge Tribune" dated November 5, 1927, titled “Harvard to Hold Norton Centenary.” The article discusses the 100th anniversary of the birth of Charles Eliot Norton, a former Harvard professor of fine arts, and mentions a program organized to honor him.

Below this article, there are several snippets from "Harvard Crimson" dated November 5 and 9, 1927. One article talks about an exhibition of pictures by Martin Mower, a lecturer in Fine Arts, at the Fogg Museum. Another describes an exhibition of watercolor sketches and the judging process for a competition among students of the Boston Architectural Club.

On the right side of the page, there are more clippings from "Harvard Crimson" dated November 9, 1927. One of the articles announces the second Norton Lecture on Italian art by Eric R. Maclagan, which will take place in the New Lecture Hall. Another article details a lecture series opening today by a German professor discussing German architecture and culture, which is scheduled to take place at the University.

Overall, the scrapbook page collects historical information related to Harvard University's cultural and academic events in late 1927, specifically focusing on art and architecture lectures and exhibitions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely from a historical newspaper or journal, organized into a bound volume. The pages are neatly arranged, with visible page numbers and headings indicating different articles or sections. Here's a detailed description:

General Layout:

  • The book appears to be a scrapbook or archive, with multiple pages visible. Each page contains text from newspaper articles, with headlines and subheadings clearly visible.
  • The pages are numbered sequentially (e.g., "1," "2," etc.), suggesting an organized compilation.
  • The text is printed in a typewriter or early printing style, typical of newspapers from the early to mid-20th century.

Content Overview:

  1. Headlines and Topics:

    • Top Left Page:

      • Headline: "HARVARD TO HOLD NORTON CENTENARY"
      • Subheading: "The Cambridge Tribune, November 9, 1927"
      • The article discusses plans to honor Charles Eliot Norton, the first professor of fine arts at Harvard University, on the 100th anniversary of his birth. It mentions an exhibit of letters, works of art, and an appreciation by a noted art scholar.
    • Top Right Page:

      • Headline: "SECOND NORTON LECTURE TO BE IN NEW LECTURE HALL"
      • Subheading: "Harvard Crimson, Nov. 9, 1927"
      • This article announces a lecture by Eric R. D. MacLagan on Italian art at the New Lecture Hall. It describes the venue, seating capacity, and the use of lantern slides to illustrate Italian art.
    • Middle Left Page:

      • Headline: "Fogg Exhibits Mower Pictures"
      • Subheading: "Harvard Crimson, Nov. 9, 1927"
      • The article discusses an exhibition of watercolors by Martin Havell at the Fogg Art Museum, part of a lecture series in the Fine Arts department.
    • Middle Right Page:

      • Headline: "GOLDSCHMIDT TO OPEN LECTURE SERIES TODAY"
      • Subheading: "Harvard Crimson, Nov. 9, 1927"
      • This article announces a lecture series by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt on German architecture, focusing on the history of architecture from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. It mentions the lecture will take place in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Bottom Right Page:

      • Headline: "MACLAGAN TO GIVE SECOND LECTURE"
      • Subheading: "Harvard Crimson, Nov. 9, 1927"
      • The article details a second lecture by Eric R. D. MacLagan on "Romanesque Sculpture and the Pisani," to be held in the New Lecture Hall at 8 o'clock. It describes the topic and mentions lantern slides illustrating Italian sculptors.
    • Other Pages:

      • Additional pages contain similar articles, such as announcements for lectures, exhibitions, and events at Harvard University. One page mentions "CRIME SKETCHES AT FOGG" and another references "OFFICERS INVITED TO FOGG TEA."
  2. Design Elements:

    • The pages are bound with a dark red or maroon spine, suggesting they are part of a compiled volume.
    • The text is arranged in columns, typical of newspaper layouts.
    • Page numbers are visible in the margins, indicating the order of the clippings.

Contextual Clues:

  • The dates on the articles (e.g., November 9, 1927) suggest these are historical documents from the late 1920s.
  • The focus on Harvard University, the Fogg Art Museum, and lectures on art and architecture indicates that this collection is likely related to academic or cultural events at Harvard during that era.
  • The inclusion of specific details, such as seating arrangements, lecture topics, and exhibition descriptions, reflects the detailed reporting style of newspapers from that period.

Conclusion:

The image depicts a bound collection of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson and possibly other sources, dated November 9, 1927. The articles cover a variety of events, including lectures, exhibitions, and academic activities at Harvard University, with a strong emphasis on art, architecture, and cultural events. The organized layout and page numbering suggest this is an archive or scrapbook preserving historical records of university life and cultural happenings.