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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 791083

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This image shows a spread of a vintage newspaper or magazine, specifically from the Harvard Crimson, dated November 9, 1927. The text discusses the art exhibition of Martin Mower at the Fogg Museum, emphasizing the artist's appreciation for tonal qualities and landscapes in his portraits. It includes a review from a graduate student, praising the exhibit.

In the middle of the spread, there is a section titled "The Student Vagabond," which lists lectures scheduled for that day and the following day at Harvard, including topics such as "Medieval Pleasances," "The Conquest of the River Plate," and "Elections to the French Chamber."

Additionally, there is a notice about Professor Romain Francois Butin, an authority on Egyptology and the Semitic languages, who will speak at the Fogg Museum on a topic related to findings at Mount Sinai.

On the right side, there is an article about the exhibition of watercolors by John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer at the Art Institute of Omaha. The article mentions that the exhibition includes works from the Knoedler Galleries, as well as wood-block prints by Walter J. Phillips and Margaret Patterson. It also discusses the Art Institute's educational programs and upcoming exhibitions, including the French Impressionists.

The pages show signs of aging, with some discoloration and a slightly worn appearance, indicating the passage of time since the original publication.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or journal containing several clippings of articles and sections from newspapers and magazines. The pages appear aged, with a yellowish tint, suggesting they are from the early 20th century. The articles and sections are neatly pasted into the pages of the scrapbook.

On the left page, there is a prominent section titled "COLOR PREDOMINATES IN MOWER EXHIBITION," which appears to be a review of an art exhibit at the New Fogg Museum. The review discusses the paintings of Martin Mower and highlights the use of color and tonal qualities in his works.

Below this section, there is another titled "The Student Vagabond," which lists lectures of interest scheduled for that day and the next day, with topics ranging from medieval pleasures to the conquest of the River Plate.

On the right page, there are two main sections. The top section is titled "BUTIN, EGYPTOLOGIST, TO SPEAK ON MT. SINAI FINDS," which announces a lecture by Professor Romain Francois Butin on discoveries related to Mount Sinai. The bottom section is titled "HOMER, SARGENT AT OMAHA," which discusses an exhibition of watercolors by John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer at the Art Institute of Omaha.

The scrapbook is bound with a dark red or maroon cover, and the pages are slightly worn, indicating frequent use or age. The overall appearance suggests that this scrapbook was used to collect and preserve articles of interest, possibly related to art, history, and lectures from the 1920s.

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This image shows an open, vintage newspaper or periodical, likely from Harvard University, bound in a dark reddish-brown cover, resting flat on a light gray surface.

The content consists of multiple newspaper pages glued or bound into a volume. We can clearly see two facing pages from the Harvard Crimson, dated November 9, 1927 (left page) and November 11, 1927 (right page). At the top of the right-hand page, the masthead “Harvard Crimson Nov. 11, ’27” is visible.

Key Articles and Headlines Visible:

Left Page (Nov. 9, 1927):

  • “COLOR PREDOMINATES IN MOWER EXHIBITION”: A review of an exhibition at the New Fogg Museum featuring paintings by Martin Mower ’01. The article praises the artist’s use of color, tonal qualities, and experimental approach, discussing specific works like “Sanks” and “Fountain (Trevi)”.
  • “GRADUATE STUDENT REVIEWER PRAISES FOGG EXHIBIT”: The review is attributed to Leo Rabinovitz ’10.
  • “The Student Vagabond”: A column listing lectures of interest scheduled for “TODAY” and “TOMORROW” at Harvard, including topics like “Medieval Pleasances,” “The Conquest of the River Plate,” “Jeffersonianism 1790-1801,” “Wordsworth’s Sonnets,” “The Early Stone Age in Europe,” and “Internationalism or International Co-operation.”

Right Page (Nov. 11, 1927):

  • “BUTIN, EGYPTOLOGIST, TO SPEAK ON MT. SINAI FINDS”: An announcement that Professor Romain Francois Butin, a noted authority on Egyptology and Semitic languages, will speak at the Fogg Museum on Thursday about “Proto-Semitic Inscriptions found at Serabit-el-Khadem on Mount Sinai.” The lecture is to be held at 4:30 in the large Lecture Hall.
  • “HOMER, SARGENT AT OMAHA”: An article discussing the opening of an exhibition of watercolors by John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer at the Art Institute of Omaha, noting that the major part of the exhibition is lent by the Knodell Galleries and that the institute is active in educational work.

Overall Appearance:

  • The paper is aged and yellowed, with some visible stains and creases, indicating its age.
  • The text is in a classic serif font typical of early 20th-century newspapers.
  • The layout is dense with multiple columns and headlines of varying sizes.
  • The binding is visible at the center of the spread, with some damage or wear to the edges of the pages.

In summary, the image captures a historical snapshot of campus and cultural news from Harvard and beyond in November 1927, highlighting art exhibitions, lectures, and scholarly events.

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The image is a double-page spread from a newspaper or magazine. The left page features an article titled "Color Predominate in Mower Exhibition," which discusses an exhibition of Martin Mower's paintings at the New Fogg Museum. The article praises the artist's work, particularly his use of color and experimental techniques. The right page includes a section titled "Lectures of Interest to be Given Today and Tomorrow," which lists several lectures and events happening at the Art Institute of Chicago. These include talks on topics such as the Early Stone Age in Europe, the Later Stone Age in Egypt, and Benjamin Franklin. The layout is organized with headings, subheadings, and bullet points for clarity.

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The image shows an open book with pages displaying text in a serif font. The book appears to be a collection of articles or essays, possibly from a magazine or journal. The pages are slightly aged, with a yellowish tint and some wear, indicating that the book is not new.

The left page contains an article titled "Color Predominate in Mower Exhibition," which discusses an exhibition of Martin Mower's paintings. The text describes the use of color in Mower's work, mentioning specific colors like "Sloans Mauve," "Sloans Red," and "Sloans Green." It also mentions the artist's appreciation of tonal qualities and the exhibition's location at the New Fogg Museum.

The right page features an article titled "HOMER, SARGENT AT OMAHA," which announces the exhibition of watercolors by John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer at the Art Institute of Omaha. The article highlights the importance of the exhibition and mentions the presence of notable works by the artists.

Additionally, there are smaller articles and announcements on both pages, including a notice about a lecture by Professor Romain François Butin on Mount Sinai and an article about the Student Vagabond, which lists upcoming lectures and events.

The book's binding is visible at the top, with a leather cover and a metal clasp. The pages are neatly aligned, and the text is organized in columns, suggesting a structured layout typical of printed publications from the early 20th century.

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The image shows an open book or magazine with two pages visible. The left page is titled "COLOR PREDOMINATES IN MOWER EXHIBITION" and is dated Nov. 9, 1921. It discusses an art exhibition at the New Fogg Museum of Art, featuring works by Martin Puryear. The article highlights the artist's use of color, particularly in tonal qualities, and describes various elements of the exhibition, such as landscapes, portraiture, and experimental works. The text is formatted in a newspaper or magazine style, with a column layout and dense, typed text.

The right page is titled "Homer Sargent at Omaha" and is dated Oct. 22, 1921. It reports on an exhibition of watercolor works by John Singer Sargent at the Art Institute of Omaha. The article mentions that the exhibition is part of a larger series of works by Sargent and discusses the significance of his work in the context of the Omaha art scene. The page also includes a section titled "The Student Vagabond", which lists upcoming lectures and events, such as a talk by Professor Buttin on Mount Sinai finds and a lecture by Professor Haring on the River Plate.

Both pages feature a mix of editorial content, including reviews, announcements, and event listings, typical of a publication focused on art, culture, and academic events. The text is printed in a classic, serif font, and the layout includes headers, subheadings, and dated entries, suggesting it is from a historical newspaper or art magazine.

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A vintage scrapbook page filled with small newspaper clippings. The page is cream/aged paper glued into a bound album. It contains several short campus-news items arranged in rectangular cutouts:

  • A top-left clipping titled “COLOR PREDOMINATES IN MOWER EXHIBITION,” about an art/showcase event.
  • A central piece labeled “The Student Vagabond,” listing lectures for today and tomorrow.
  • A top-right clipping with a headline about an Egyptologist (Butin) speaking on Mt. Sinai finds.
  • A right-side item about “HOMER, SARGENT AT OMAHA,” describing an exhibition in Omaha.
  • Various other small notes and captions around these columns, all in black-and-white print.

The overall look is a collage of old newspaper clippings from the 1920s (likely Harvard Crimson), arranged in narrow columns. The page shows signs of aging, with a maroon binding on the right edge.

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This image displays a collection of newspaper clippings or printed text pages that appear to be pasted into a scrapbook. They include articles from various dates, discussing topics related to art, exhibitions, lectures, and cultural events. For example:

  1. Top Left Article: Focuses on an art exhibition titled "Color Predominates in Mower Exhibition," reviewing the works at the Fogg Museum featuring landscapes and portraiture.

  2. Top Center Article: Mentions an Egyptologist, Professor Renan François Butin, giving a lecture about Mount Sinai finds and the Semitic languages.

  3. Middle Center Section: Features a section titled "The Student Vagabond," listing various lectures of interest. Topics include "Medieval Pleasures," "The Conquest of the River Plate," "Economic Influence of the Crusades," and others, with corresponding times and speakers.

  4. Bottom Right Article: Discusses an art exhibition at Omaha featuring watercolors by Winslow Homer and John Singer Sargent, highlighting their work and historical significance.

The scrapbook's pages have slight yellowing and fading, indicating they might be vintage or historical in nature. The text is neatly pasted onto the page, with some handwritten annotations such as publication names and dates ("Harvard Crimson" and "Nov 10, ’27"). The edges of the book are slightly worn, suggesting frequent use or age.

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The image showcases an open vintage book or journal with pages that appear yellowed from age. The left page of the book presents a newspaper or newsletter article with the headline "COLOR PREDOMINATES IN MOWER EXHIBITION." Below the headline, there are further details about an exhibit, referencing the "Harvard Crimson" and a review by Leo Rabinovitz. The text continues, though the resolution doesn't allow for easy reading of the print without zooming in.

On the opposite page, there's another column of text starting with the headline "HARVARD CRIMSON" and the date "Nov. 9, 1927." Further down on this page, we can see a piece titled "Student Vagabond" which seems to be detailing events or lectures taking place, noted by times such as "TODAY," "TONIGHT," and "TOMORROW."

In the bottom right corner of that same page, there is another section of article or event listings that include topics such as "Professor Santayana," as well as other educational or academic events or exhibitions, suggesting that the content relates to university affairs or academic discussions.

The pages are set within a book that has slightly frayed edges, indicating wear and signs of frequent handling. There's also a clear reflection on the right page, possibly from the photograph's lighting or a protective cover over the book page. The reflection obstructs part of the text from view.

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The image is a photograph of an open book or scrapbook containing newspaper articles. The pages appear to be aged and yellowed, suggesting they are old clippings. The articles are from various newspapers, with publication dates visible ranging from October to November of 1927.

On the left page, a headline from the "Harvard Crimson" dated Nov. 9, 1927, reads "COLOR PREDOMINATES IN MOWER EXHIBITION" discussing an art exhibition, its review, and a graduate student's opinion on the exhibit.

Further down, in the center of the same page, under "Harvard Crimson" dated Nov. 1, 1927, there's a section titled "The Student Vagabond" providing a schedule of lectures and events to be held over two days at Harvard, detailing subjects and speakers.

On the right page, the top article from the "Harvard Crimson" dated Nov. 10, 1927, features the headline "BUTIN, EGYPTOLOGIST, TO SPEAK ON MT. SINAI FINDS" discussing Professor Romain Francois Butin's lecture on his Sinai expedition findings.

Beneath that, another article titled "HOMER, SARGENT AT OMAHA" from "Antiques" dated Oct. 29, 1927, details an exhibition of watercolors by artists John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer at the Art Institute of Omaha.

There are handwritten notes on the pages which likely indicate the date they were clipped or some other reference points, such as "cat. press Dec." on the bottom right-hand side. The pages appear to be held together in this scrapbook format for preservation or collection purposes.