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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 791236

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The image is of an open book displaying two black-and-white photographs of artworks. The book appears to be an art catalog or a historical art book, specifically related to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard.

  1. Top Image (A):

    • Title: "Christ in Gethsemane"
    • School/Period: Byzantine School, probably sixteenth century
    • Medium: Panel
    • Description: This artwork depicts a scene from the New Testament where Christ is in the Garden of Gethsemane, praying before his arrest. The scene includes several figures, likely disciples, surrounding Christ. The landscape includes a mountainous background and a small structure, possibly representing Jerusalem.
  2. Bottom Image (B):

    • Title: "Madonna and Child with Saints"
    • Artist: Benvenuto di Giovanni
    • Medium: Panel
    • Provenance: Lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum
    • Description: This painting shows the Madonna (Mary) holding the infant Jesus, surrounded by several saints. The figures are dressed in elaborate robes, and the scene is set against a detailed background. The saints appear to be in a reverent posture, likely paying homage to the Madonna and Child.

Both images are labeled as "Plate III" from the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard, indicating that they are part of a larger collection or series within the book.

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This image contains two black-and-white illustrations from what appears to be a book or catalog, likely related to art history.

  1. Top Image (Labeled A):

    • Title: "Christ in Gethsemane."
    • Artist/Style: Byzantine School, probably from the sixteenth century.
    • Description: The illustration depicts a scene of Christ in Gethsemane, a garden where Jesus prayed and was later arrested. The scene includes Christ in prayer, surrounded by three sleeping apostles. The background shows a landscape with a city and what appears to be a dramatic, nighttime setting with a sense of turmoil or distress.
  2. Bottom Image (Labeled B):

    • Title: "Madonna and Child with Saints."
    • Artist: By Benvenuto di Giovanni.
    • Description: This illustration shows a religious painting featuring the Madonna (Mary) holding the Child Jesus (Christ) at the center. Surrounding them are various saints, identifiable by their halos and traditional iconography. The composition includes figures on either side of the central scene, each engaged in different gestures and postures. The style is characteristic of the late medieval or early Renaissance period, with a focus on detailed and expressive figures.
  • Source Information: The bottom image includes a note indicating it is lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum at Harvard, which is now known as the Harvard Art Museums.

Both images are presented as panels and are labeled with letters (A and B) and descriptive text, indicating they are part of a catalog or academic study of artworks.

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The image shows an open page from an old book, likely a catalog or monograph, featuring two black-and-white illustrations of artworks.

  1. Top Illustration:

    • Title: "Christ in Gethsemane"
    • Artist/School: Byzantine School, likely from the sixteenth century.
    • Medium: Panel painting.
    • Description: The artwork depicts a scene from the Bible where Jesus is in the Garden of Gethsemane, surrounded by sleeping disciples. The painting captures a moment of intense emotion and drama, with Jesus depicted in the center, possibly in prayer or distress, while his disciples are asleep around him.
  2. Bottom Illustration:

    • Title: "Madonna and Child with Saints"
    • Artist: Benvenuto di Giovanni.
    • Medium: Panel.
    • Description: This artwork is a religious painting featuring the Madonna (Virgin Mary) and the Child Jesus in the center, surrounded by saints. The figures are presented in a traditional, formal style with rich detail in their garments and expressions. The scene is set in a formal, possibly courtly or sacred environment, with the figures standing or kneeling in a structured arrangement.

At the bottom of the page, there is text indicating that the second image was lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard. The page is labeled as Plate III. The book appears to be an important historical or art historical document, providing detailed descriptions and provenance of these pieces.

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The image shows a page from a historical art book or catalog featuring two distinct artworks.

  1. Top Image (A):

    • Title: Christ in Gethsemane.
    • Description: This artwork is attributed to the Byzantine School and is likely from the sixteenth century. It is a panel painting.
    • Content: The image depicts Christ in a scene of intense prayer and agony, surrounded by his disciples, who appear to be distressed and falling to the ground. The background suggests a garden with trees and possibly a mountainous landscape.
  2. Bottom Image (B):

    • Title: Madonna and Child with Saints, by Benvenuto di Giovanni.
    • Description: This artwork is a panel and is noted to have been lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard.
    • Content: The scene features the Madonna and Child at the center, with several saints and possibly other religious figures around them. The Madonna and Child are seated on a throne-like structure, surrounded by various figures in traditional religious attire. The composition is rich with religious iconography, emphasizing the divine and sacred nature of the scene.

Both images are presented in black and white, highlighting the historical and artistic value of these religious paintings. The bottom panel includes a caption identifying the artist and the provenance of the artwork.

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The image shows a page from a book or catalog that features two distinct artworks, both presented as black and white illustrations. The page is framed by a red border, and the illustrations are accompanied by descriptive text.

  1. Top Illustration:

    • Title: Christ in Gethsemane
    • Attribution: Byzantine School; probably sixteenth century
    • Medium: Panel
    • Description: The scene depicts Christ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. He is surrounded by sleeping disciples, with the landscape featuring rolling hills and possibly the distant city of Jerusalem. The composition is dramatic, with expressive figures, indicating the emotional intensity of the moment.
  2. Bottom Illustration:

    • Title: Madonna and Child with Saints
    • Attribution: By Benvenuto di Giovanni
    • Medium: Panel
    • Provenance: Lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums)
    • Description: This artwork portrays the Virgin Mary with the infant Jesus, surrounded by saints. The scene is set in an architectural space, with the figures arranged in a traditional hierarchical manner, emphasizing the central figures of Mary and the child. The presence of the saints and the detailed background architecture are characteristic of the era's artistic style.

Both illustrations are historically significant, representing different periods and styles within religious art. The accompanying text provides context, helping to identify and understand the cultural and artistic importance of the pieces.

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The image shows two black-and-white photographic reproductions of religious artworks displayed in a book or catalog, specifically from the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard. Here are detailed descriptions of each artwork:

Top Image:

  • Title/Description: Christ in Gethsemane
  • School/Artist: Byzantine School
  • Period: Probably sixteenth century
  • Medium: Panel
  • Scene: The image depicts the biblical scene of Christ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. Christ is shown kneeling in prayer while the disciples Peter, James, and John are sleeping in the background. The landscape includes trees and a rocky setting, emphasizing the garden environment.

Bottom Image:

  • Title/Description: Madonna and Child with Saints
  • Artist: Benvenuto di Giovanni
  • Medium: Panel
  • Lender: Lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum
  • Scene: This image portrays the Madonna (Virgin Mary) holding the Child Jesus, surrounded by various saints. The figures are depicted in a traditional religious composition, with the Madonna and Child centrally placed, and the saints arranged symmetrically on either side. The scene appears to be set in an architectural environment, possibly a church or a cloister, with detailed columns and arches.

Both images are part of a collection or exhibition catalog, identified as Plate III in the book. The catalog entry provides historical and artistic context for each artwork.

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This image shows two pages from an open book displaying reproductions of artwork. On the top half of the left page, there is a black and white image of what appears to be a historical painting of a night scene with several figures in an outdoor setting, seated and standing around a central figure.

The lower half of the left page displays another black and white image of a painting featuring a grouping of figures arranged symmetrically. The central figures in this artwork are more prominent, and it appears to be a portrayal of a religious scene, with one figure holding a child and flanked by other standing figures.

The right page of the book contains text which is not fully legible in the image. There is also a caption for the lower image identifying it as "Madonna and Child with Saints, by Benvenuto di Giovanni. Panel. (Lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum)"

At the bottom of the left page, the text "Plate III. The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard" can be read, suggesting that the book is possibly a catalog or collection of artworks associated with the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

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The image is of an open book displaying two black-and-white photographs of art panels. The upper photograph depicts a scene titled "A-Christ in Gethsemane" from the Byzantine School, presumably from the sixteenth century. It shows Christ and his disciples in a landscape setting, with architectural elements and a distant view of a city. The lower photograph is titled "B-Madonna and Child with Saints" by Benvenuto di Giovanni, featuring religious figures including the Madonna holding the Child Jesus and surrounded by various saints. The description notes that this panel was lent to the Fogg Museum by Mr. Edward W. Forbes. The text also indicates that this is from "Plate III" of "The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard."

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The image shows an open book displaying two black-and-white reproductions of artworks on one page.

  1. The top artwork is titled "Christ in Gethsemane." It is described as being from the Byzantine School, probably from the sixteenth century, and is a panel painting. The scene depicts Christ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, with several figures around him, some reclining or sitting, and a backdrop of trees and a distant town or city.

  2. The bottom artwork is titled "Madonna and Child with Saints," created by Benvenuto di Giovanni. It is also a panel painting and is noted to be lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum. This artwork shows the Madonna seated on a throne holding the Child Jesus, surrounded by saints and angels.

At the bottom of the page, the text identifies the source as "Plate III. The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard." The book is bound in a reddish cover.

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The image depicts an open book displaying two black-and-white illustrations, likely from an art catalog or publication. The book appears to be part of a collection or exhibition catalog, as indicated by the text and layout.

Top Illustration:

  • Title: "A—Christ in Gethsemane. Byzantine School; probably sixteenth century. Panel."
  • Description: The illustration shows a dramatic scene from the biblical narrative of Christ in Gethsemane. Christ is depicted kneeling in prayer, surrounded by figures who appear to be his disciples. The setting includes a natural landscape with trees, hills, and a body of water in the background, suggesting a serene yet somber atmosphere. The style is characteristic of Byzantine art, with elongated figures and expressive poses.

Bottom Illustration:

  • Title: "B—Madonna and Child with Saints, by Benvenuto di Giovanni. Panel. (Lent by Mr. Edward W. Forbes to the Fogg Museum)"
  • Description: This illustration portrays the Madonna (Virgin Mary) and the Christ Child seated together, surrounded by several saints. The figures are dressed in elaborate robes, and the composition is richly detailed. The Madonna is central, holding the Christ Child, while saints flank them on either side. The style appears to be Italian Renaissance, with a focus on symmetry, grace, and detailed drapery.

Additional Details:

  • Plate Number: The illustrations are labeled as "Plate III."
  • Institution: The images are attributed to "The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard," indicating that they are part of a museum collection or exhibition.
  • Binding: The book has a dark red, leather-like binding, suggesting it is a formal or academic publication.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a catalog or exhibition guide, showcasing religious and historical artworks. The illustrations are accompanied by descriptive captions that provide context about the artists, periods, and mediums, indicating their significance and provenance. The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard is likely the institution responsible for the publication or collection.