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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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This is an image of a page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically from November 30, 1927. The page contains several sections:

  1. Tribute to Great Teacher: This section mentions the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures given by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan. The lectures are described as a course of ten lectures on Italian Sculpture, which will be held in the New Lecture Hall on Wednesdays at 8 o'clock. The dates and subjects of the lectures are listed, including Donatello, Luca della Robbia and his School, and others.

  2. Exhibitions Now Open: This section lists exhibitions that are now open, including those at the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Fogg Museum, and others. It provides details about the dates and admission times for these exhibitions.

  3. Lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt: This section discusses lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt of the University of Berlin, focusing on German architecture and its history. The dates and topics of the lectures are listed, including Gothic Architecture in Germany and its Derivation from France, among others.

  4. Fine Arts Exhibits Open Next Week: This section provides information about upcoming exhibitions at various museums and galleries in Boston, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Fogg Museum, and others. It lists the dates and times for these exhibitions.

  5. Continued from Wednesday, November 30: This section continues with a list of events for that day, including a Romance Seminary meeting, lectures in German, an astronomical colloquium, a lecture by the Phillips Brooks House Association, and a lecture by the Harvard Mathematical Club.

The page appears to be part of a newspaper or a gazette, with a focus on cultural and educational events at Harvard University and in the surrounding area.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with a collection of printed articles and notices, likely from the late 1920s. The pages are yellowed with age, indicating they are quite old. The scrapbook is open, with two pages visible, and a clear plastic sheet is placed over the right page, presumably to protect the contents.

The left page contains several clippings:

  1. A notice titled "TRIBUTE TO GREAT TEACHER" dated Nov. 26, '27, which discusses the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures given by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan on Italian Sculpture. It provides the schedule of lectures from November 30 to March 14.
  2. Another notice titled "Fine Arts" dated Nov. 26, '27, which lists various exhibitions opening the following week at different art museums and galleries, including the Museum of Fine Arts and the Fogg Museum.

The right page contains:

  1. A notice titled "Lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt of the University of Berlin" dated Nov. 26, '27, which details a series of lectures on German architecture. It provides the schedule of lectures from November 30 to December 21.
  2. A section from the "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" dated Wednesday, November 30, which lists various events and lectures happening on that day, including a Romance Seminary meeting, lectures on German architecture and Italian sculpture, an Astronomical Colloquium, and talks on journalism ethics and mathematics.

The scrapbook appears to be a collection of cultural and academic events, primarily related to art and history, from the Harvard University area in 1927.

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This image displays an open, bound volume of the Harvard University Gazette, specifically from Wednesday, November 30, 1927. The page shown is the continuation of the day's announcements and is visibly aged, with yellowed, brittle paper and some minor tears or imperfections along the edges. The volume is bound in a dark brown material, likely cloth or leather, and the pages are secured within a protective, clear archival sleeve that also shows a small, white archival tab.

The content of the page is densely packed with typed, typewriter-style text, organized into distinct columns and sections. It functions as a campus and public announcement bulletin for Harvard University, detailing lectures, exhibitions, and events scheduled for the week.

Key sections visible on the page include:

  1. Tribute to Great Teacher and The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures:

    • This section, under the date "Nov. 24, '27," announces a lecture series being presented by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan (Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry) on Italian Sculpture. The lectures are held on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 PM in the New Lecture Hall. A schedule is provided, listing topics such as "Donatello" (Nov. 30) and "Michael Angelo" (Feb. 29). It also mentions the lectures are illustrated with lantern slides and that Harvard students can meet with Professor Maclagan for conferences on Thursday afternoons.
  2. Lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt:

    • Also dated "Nov. 24, '27," this section announces a series of six public lectures on German Culture and German Art by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt of the University of Berlin. The lectures are presented under the joint auspices of the Germanic Museum and the Fogg Art Museum. They are held on Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 PM in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum. A schedule is provided, including topics like "Gothic Architecture in Germany" (Nov. 30) and "North German Brick Architecture" (Dec. 7).
  3. Fine Arts - Exhibitions Open Next Week:

    • This column provides a detailed listing of current and upcoming art exhibitions across several Harvard museums. It lists venues like the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Fogg Museum, Doll & Richards Gallery, B. C. Vose Galleries, and others. It gives details on opening hours and the specific types of artworks on display (e.g., watercolors, prints, portraits, Chinese ceramics).
  4. Harvard University Gazette - Wednesday, November 30 (Continued):

    • This section at the bottom lists a calendar of events for the day, Nov. 30, 1927. It includes:
      • Romance Seminary meetings.
      • The scheduled lecture by Professor Goldschmidt on "Gothic Architecture in Germany" (4:00 PM).
      • An Astronomical Colloquium on the "Establishment and Equipment of the New Boyden Station" (4:15 PM).
      • A Phillips Brooks House Association lecture on "The Ethics of Journalism" by Mr. Oswald G. Villard (7:30 PM).
      • The scheduled lecture by Professor Maclagan on "Donatello" (8:00 PM).
      • A Harvard Mathematical Club lecture on "Bicircular Quartics" by Mr. Morris Marden (8:00 PM).

The document serves as a fascinating historical snapshot of the academic and cultural life at Harvard nearly a century ago, showcasing the university's engagement with international scholars and its rich visual arts programming. Handwritten notes like "Transcript Nov. 14, 1927" can be seen in the margins, suggesting annotations made later for cataloging or reference purposes.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a newspaper or a periodical, with several pages visible. The pages are yellowed, indicating age, and contain a mix of text and images. The text is in black ink and includes various sections such as headlines, articles, and advertisements.

The top page features a headline titled "Tribute to Great Teacher" with a subheading "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures." Below this, there is a list of lecture dates and topics, indicating a series of lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt of the University of Berlin, focusing on topics like Gothic Architecture, Medieval Art, and German Culture.

Adjacent to this section, there is an article titled "Fine Arts" with smaller text discussing exhibitions and events related to fine arts. The page also includes a section titled "Harvard University Gazette," which lists various lectures and events happening at Harvard, such as a lecture on "The Ethics of Journalism" and a seminar on "Bielliptical Quartics."

The layout of the pages suggests a mix of academic content, cultural events, and advertisements, typical of a newspaper or academic periodical from the early to mid-20th century.

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The image depicts an open book with multiple pages that contain text and some illustrations. The book appears to be a collection of articles or a newspaper, as the pages are filled with text in a newspaper-style layout. The text is organized into columns, and there are headlines and subheadings that indicate different sections or articles.

The top left page has a headline that reads "TRIBUTE TO GREAT TEACHER," followed by a list of names and dates, possibly indicating events or lectures. Below this, there is a section titled "Fine Arts," which includes a list of exhibitions and lectures.

The top right page features a headline that reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE," followed by a date and a list of events and lectures, including a Romance Seminar and lectures on Italian Sculpture and German Architecture.

The bottom left page has a headline that reads "Fine Arts," followed by a list of exhibitions and lectures, including a lecture on "Gothic Architecture in Germany" and "Baroque Architecture in France."

The bottom right page features a headline that reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE," followed by a list of events and lectures, including a lecture on "The Ethics of Journalism" and a lecture on "Bielliptical Quartics."

Overall, the image depicts a book or newspaper that contains a variety of articles and information related to events, lectures, and exhibitions at Harvard University.

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The image shows two pages from a historical publication, likely a university gazette or newsletter, dated November 16, 1927. The pages are part of a bound document, with visible page numbers and headers indicating the date and issue number. The content is organized into several sections, including announcements, lectures, and events.

Left Page:

  • Header: "Transcript Nov. 16, 1927."

  • Main Section: Titled "TRIBUTE TO GREAT TEACHER", this section announces lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry at Harvard University. The lectures are part of the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures on Poetry, held at the New Lecture Hall on Wednesday evenings at eight o'clock. The dates and subjects for the lectures are listed, including topics such as:

    • Donatella Robbia and His School
    • The Fifteenth Century in Florence
    • Verrocchio and the Sculptors of North Italy
    • Michel Angelo
    • The Seventeenth Century
    • The Renaissance

    The lectures are illustrated with lantern slides, and students have the privilege of meeting Professor Maclagan for conferences on Thursday afternoons from two to three o'clock in the conference room of the new Fogg Art Museum.

  • Fine Arts Section: Below the main announcement, there is a section titled "Fine Arts" with details about Exhibitions Now Open at the Fogg Art Museum. This section lists various exhibitions, including:

    • Works by artists such as John Singer Sargent, John Singer Sargent, John Singer Sargent, and others.
    • Exhibits featuring Italian paintings, American paintings, and prints.
    • Admission fees and open hours are noted, with some exhibits free and others requiring payment.

Right Page:

  • Header: "Transcript Nov. 24, 27."

  • Main Section: Titled "CRAMSON", this section announces lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt, of the University of Berlin, under the joint auspices of the Fogg Art Museum and the Germanic Museum. The lectures are on Fine Arts and the History of German Culture, illustrated by stereoscopic public lectures in the Lecture Room of the Old Fogg Art Museum. The lectures are scheduled for Wednesday afternoons at four o'clock, with the following topics listed:

    • No. 80: "Die Gotische Architektur in Deutschland, ihre Entwicklung von Frankreich und ihre Besonderen deutschen Bildungen" (Gothic Architecture in Germany, its Derivation from France and its Particular German Forms).
    • No. 81: "Die Backsteinaritektur in Norddeutschland und ihre Dekoration" (North German Brick Architecture and its Decoration).
    • No. 82: "Die Hallenkirche und ihr Ubergang zum Renaissance-Bau" (The Hall Church and its Transition to the Renaissance Building).
    • No. 83: "Architektur und Dekoration der Barockkirchen in Deutschland im 17ten und 18ten Jahrhundert: Kirchen in Germany in the 17th and 18th Centuries).
  • Additional Announcements:

    • Romance Seminar: A meeting in Widener Y, 3 P.M. on Wednesday, November 30, under the joint auspices of the Germanic Museum and the Fogg Art Museum, discussing "Gothic Architecture in Germany, its Derivation from France and its Particular German Forms" by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt.
    • Astronomical Colloquium: A lecture titled "The Establishment and Equipment of the New Boyden Station of Harvard College Observatory" by Professor Geraldish, held at Peabody Hall, Phillips House, 4:15 P.M..
    • Phillips Brooks House Association: A lecture titled "The Ethics of Journalism" by Mr. Oswald G. Villard, Editor of The Nation, at Peabody Hall, Phillips House, 7:30 P.M..
    • Lectures on "Italian Sculpture": Delivered by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, at New Lecture Hall, 5 P.M..
    • Harvard Mathematical Club: A meeting titled "Bicircular Quartics" by Mr. Morris Marden, in the Common Room, Conant Hall, 8 P.M..

Overall Context:

The document appears to be an official university gazette or newsletter, providing detailed information about upcoming lectures, exhibitions, and academic events at Harvard University. The content reflects a focus on fine arts, architecture, literature, and other scholarly disciplines, with an emphasis on international scholars and their contributions to the academic community. The layout is formal and structured, typical of institutional publications from the early 20th century.

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An old scrapbook page or notebook spread, bound in a dark red cover. The page is yellowed and contains pasted newspaper clippings arranged in two columns. The left column has a heading “Tribute to Great Teacher” with text about lectures and a small “Fine Arts” section. The right column features clippings titled “Exhibitions Now Open” and “Lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt,” with references to the German Museum, the Fogg Art Museum, and other university events. There is a separate clipping at the bottom right labeled “HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE” listing various events for Wednesday, November 30, including lectures and a scientific/arts program. Handwritten notes are visible along the top margins, and a transparent page binder ring is visible along the right edge. The overall impression is a historical academic scrapbook page from the Harvard University Gazette, likely from the late 1920s.

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This image shows a page from what appears to be an archival or scrapbook collection, containing newspaper clippings, printed schedules, and academic announcements. The page focuses on lectures, exhibitions, and cultural events, such as those related to fine arts, historical studies, and specific academic topics.

Key elements of the image:

  1. Left Column:

    • Title: "TRIBUTE TO GREAT TEACHER" near the top.
    • A mention of the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, with Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan presenting a series of talks on "Italian Sculpture."
    • Detailed schedule for the lectures, listing these topics:
      • "Donatello, the della Robbia and his School."
      • "Verrocchio and the Sculpture of Florence."
      • "Michelangelo and the Sculpture of North Italy."
    • A "Fine Arts" section notes upcoming art exhibitions in museums such as the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
  2. Right Column:

    • Announcements of lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin, presented under the joint auspices of the Germanic Museum and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • A schedule for these lectures, with topics such as:
      • Gothic architecture in Germany.
      • Baroque architecture and decoration in 17th and 18th-century Germany.
    • "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" listed below, summarizing academic events for November 30. Notable entries include:
      • A "Romance Seminar" in Widener Library.
      • Astronomical lecture on the Harvard College Observatory.
      • A lecture on journalism ethics by Oswald G. Villard.

Overall, this page documents academic and cultural programming at Harvard University or affiliated institutions in the 1920s. The antiquated font and layout indicate its historical significance.

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This image depicts an open book or journal, showing two pages from a publication that seems to be related to educational lectures and events. The pages are slightly yellowed with age, showing some wear at the edges and a fold in the top right corner. The text is primarily in English, with various fonts and sizes, indicating different headlines and sections.

On the left page, there is a section titled "Tribute to Great Teacher" followed by details of a lecture series dedicated to Charles Eliot Norton. The schedule outlines various lectures on Italian art and the Renaissance, among other topics. Below this, a section advertises "Fine Arts" exhibitions opening next week, providing details of the exhibits, artists, and the location of the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right page, the header reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" and is followed by listings for various academic events, including a seminar, colloquium, and lectures on different subjects such as "Gothic Architecture in Germany," "The Establishment and Equipment of the New Boyden Station of Harvard College Observatory," and "The Ethics of Journalism." This compilation indicates activities for Wednesday, November 3, but the year isn't visible. The dates mentioned in the text (like "Nov. 30" and "Dec. 7") hint that the document is not recent.

The general presentation suggests that this is an archival or historical document related to Harvard University, detailing academic and cultural activities that would have been of interest to students, faculty, and possibly the public at the time of printing.

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The image is a photograph of a typewritten page from an archive or scrapbook. The top of the page contains handwritten notes indicating the date, "Transcript - Nov. 16, 1927." These notes appear multiple times across the top of the page.

The image includes various pieces of information about lectures and exhibitions related to arts and academic subjects, particularly those held at Harvard University. Some sections in the image are titled "TRIBUTE TO GREAT TEACHER," "Fine Arts," "Exhibitions Now Open," and lists of specific lecture series and speakers.

The page is divided into several parts:

  1. A summary of lectures under the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures (Nov. 14, '27), detailing Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan's course on Italian Sculpture with specific dates and topics for each lecture.
  2. Information about pending art exhibitions, including those at the Fogg Art Museum and the Germanic Museum at Harvard.
  3. Details about lectures by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt of the University of Berlin on "German Architecture," including dates, topics, and venues.
  4. The "Harvard University Gazette" section listing scheduled events for Wednesday, November 30, which includes the timings and subjects of various seminars, colloquia, and lectures happening at Harvard University.

Several items mention notable speakers and provide the location, date, and time for the academic events. The layout features a dense typewritten text arranged in columns and sections, typical of an early 20th-century printed program or bulletin. The page shows signs of age, with yellowed paper and the edges held together with clear clips in a binder.