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The image displays two newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum, both dated April 2, 1913. The first clipping, titled "Valuable and Rare Early Italian Engraving Bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum," reports that the museum received an important early Italian engraving, 'The Gladiators,' by Antonio Pollaiuolo from the estate of Francis Bullard. This piece is considered one of the most valuable prints in existence and is now on display in the main gallery.

The second clipping, titled "Valuable Prints Exhibited in Fogg," describes an exhibition of prints by early German masters, known as the 'Little Masters,' from the collection of Mr. Paul J. Sachs. This exhibition, held in the Print Room, features works by Aldegrever, Beham, and other artists, providing a rare opportunity to study these significant pieces. The prints, noted for their small size and fine detail, include subjects like 'The Gladiators' and 'The Battle of the Nude,' and are considered some of the best impressions available.

The image contains several newspaper clippings from the 1913-1915 period, detailing the acquisitions and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Fogg Art Museum."
   • Content: The museum received a bequest from the late Francis Bullard, Class of 1886, a valuable early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiolo. This engraving is noted as a memorial to Professor Charles Eliot Norton. The engraving is titled "The Gladiators" and is now on display in the main gallery.

2. Top Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Stored Work of C. Giovanni Hung."
   • Content: A valuable collection of prints by early German masters known as the "Little Masters," lent by Mr. Paul J. Sachs, is now on display. The prints include works by Aldorf, Beham, Pencz, and others, showcasing their mastery in detail and technique.

3. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Pollaiolo's 'Gladiators'."
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum received another early Italian engraving by Pollaiolo, this time "The Battle of the Nudes." This engraving is significant for its detailed anatomical study and is a notable addition to the museum's collection.

4. Bottom Center Clipping:

   • Title: "Valuable Prints Exhibited in Fogg."
   • Content: Describes the exhibition of a significant collection of prints by the "Little Masters," including works by Albrecht Dürer, Pencz, and others. These prints are valued for their historical and artistic importance.

5. Bottom Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Japanese Paintings."
   • Content: Highlights the loan of a fine early Japanese painting, "Kakemono" of two tigers drinking at a running stream, by Mrs. Charles Cuthbert Hall. The exhibition of Turner's paintings closes on Saturday, March 29, with 3,231 visitors attending during the two-week period.

Each clipping emphasizes the acquisition of significant artworks and the ongoing exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing the museum's efforts in preserving and presenting historical and valuable artistic pieces.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century, specifically from 1913, related to the Fogg Art Museum, which is now part of Harvard University's art collection.

1. Top Left Clipping (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, April 1, 1913)

   • Title: "Valuable and Rare Early Italian Engraving Bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum."
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum received a valuable early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo, known as "The Gladiators," from the late Francis Bullard. This engraving is a memorial to his uncle, Professor Charles Eliot Norton, and represents the famous Florentine master who lived from 1429-1498. The piece is noted for its high quality and rarity, providing an opportunity to study works from the 15th century.

2. Top Middle Clipping (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, April 1, 1913)

   • Title: "Fogg Art Museum."
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum has received a significant bequest from the late Francis Bullard, Class of 1886. This includes a painting by Antonio Pollaiuolo, "The Gladiators," and an engraving of the same subject. The museum also received a loan of prints by early German masters known as the "Little Masters," including works by Aldegrever and Penez.

3. Top Right Clipping (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, April 1, 1913)

   • Title: "Stored Work of Giovanni Hung."
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum has received a valuable painting by the Italian master Giovanni Hung, known for his work "Madonna and Child." The painting is noted for its high quality and historical significance, and it has been restored and is now on display.

4. Middle Left Clipping (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, April 1, 1913)

   • Title: "Pollaiuolo's Gladiators."
   • Content: This engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo, titled "The Gladiators," was bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum. It is a significant piece of historical art, offering insight into the techniques and styles of the early Italian Renaissance period. The piece is noted for its dramatic action and detailed depiction of human anatomy.

5. Middle Right Clipping (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, April 1, 1913)

   • Title: "Valuable Prints Exhibited in Fogg."
   • Content: The museum has on display prints by early German masters, known as the "Little Masters," including works by Paul J. Sachs. These prints are significant for their small size and high quality, offering a unique perspective on the art of the period.

6. Bottom Clipping (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, April 1, 1913)

   • Title: "Fogg Art Museum."
   • Content: This clipping reiterates the collection of valuable prints and paintings, highlighting the importance of the museum's collection and its efforts to preserve and exhibit significant artworks from various periods and regions.

Each clipping highlights the museum's efforts to acquire and display important artworks, emphasizing the historical and artistic value of the pieces.

The image contains multiple newspaper clippings from various issues of the "Cambridge Chronicle" dated March 1913. These clippings detail exhibitions and acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

1. Pollaiuolo's "Gladiators" (March 8, 1913):

   • The Fogg Art Museum received a valuable early Italian engraving titled "Gladiators" by Antonio Pollaiuolo, a famous Florentine master from 1429-1498. The engraving is a memorial to Professor Charles Eliot Norton. It is noted for its artistic quality and rarity, depicting two gladiators in a violent motion.

2. Turner Exhibition (March 29, 1913):

   • The exhibition of paintings by J.M.W. Turner closed on Saturday, March 29. During the two weeks of the exhibition, 3,231 people visited the museum. A large oil painting by Turner, "The Gladiators," from the family of the late Charles Eliot Norton, was on loan to the museum.

3. Japanese Art (March 8, 1913):

   • Mrs. Charles Cuthbert Hall loaned a fine Japanese-Buddhist painting and a striking Japanese Kakemono of two tigers drinking at a running stream.

4. Little Masters Exhibition (March 8, 1913):

   • A collection of prints by early German masters, known as the "Little Masters," was on loan from Mr. Paul J. Sachs. These prints were influenced by Albrecht Dürer and show the mastery of the German engravers of the 16th century. The collection includes works by Aldorfer, Beham, Pencz, and other notable artists.

5. Stored Work by Giovanni Hung (March 8, 1913):

   • A painting by Giovanni Hung, titled "Madonna and Child," was transferred from the Italian master's collection at the Fogg Art Museum to Cambridge. The painting is noted for its excellent condition and the artist's ability to capture the serene expressions and details of the subjects.

6. Valuable Prints Exhibited in Fogg (March 8, 1913):

   • Reiterates the collection of prints by the "Little Masters" being exhibited in the Print Room of the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the works' beauty and the rarity of such a collection.

The articles collectively highlight the museum's efforts to showcase a variety of significant artworks, including rare engravings, oil paintings, and prints from different periods and regions.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson, detailing various art acquisitions and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums) from the early to mid-20th century. Here is a detailed summary of each article:

1. Top Left Article (Dated April 4, 1945):

   • The Fogg Art Museum received a bequest from the late Agnes Bullard, including a valuable painting by Antonio Pollaiuolo, an early Florentine master (1429-1498). This painting is one of the most important in existence by Mr. Bullard.
   • The bequest includes a portrait by Professor Charles Eliot Norton, representing him fighting in a wood, known as "The Gladiators" and "The Battle of the Nudes."
   • Mrs. Charles Cuthbert Hall has loaned a Japanese-Buddhist painting and a Japanese Kakemono of two tigers drinking at a stream.

2. Middle Left Article (Undated):

   • The museum exhibited paintings by Turner during the previous week.
   • A significant painting by Turner, part of the famous Fairbairn collection, remains at the museum.

3. Bottom Left Article (Undated):

   • The Fogg Art Museum received a bequest from the late Francis Bullard, including a valuable early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo.
   • The engraving, known as "The Gladiators," is a masterpiece and a fine example of Pollaiuolo's work, illustrating muscular action and anatomy.

4. Top Right Article (Dated October 24, 1953):

   • An important collection of prints by 18th-century German masters, known as the "Little Masters," lent by Paul J. Sachs, is on display in the Print Room of the Fogg Museum.
   • The prints by artists such as Aldorfer and the Beham brothers are noted for their charm and technical mastery.

5. Middle Right Article (Undated):

   • The Fogg Museum has received a bequest of valuable prints by Antonio Pollaiuolo, a famous Florentine engraver.
   • The bequest is significant for the museum and adds to its collection of important artworks.

6. Bottom Right Article (Dated October 11, 1953):

   • A collection of prints by sixteenth-century German masters, known as the "Little Masters," has been placed on exhibition in the Print Room.
   • The engravings, influenced by Albrecht Dürer, are notable for their intricate detail and are less than six inches in size.
   • The prints provide insight into the period's technical skills and the subject matter of the time.

Additionally, there is a brief note about a painting by Giovanni di Paolo, which was restored and transferred to a new panel, returning to exhibit condition. There is also a temporary loan of a fifteenth-century Italian panel to the Museum of Modern Art, New York.

The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from 1913, reporting on various artworks and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Valuable Prints Exhibited in Fogg"
   • Date: March 22, 1913
   • Content:
     • The Fogg Art Museum received a bequest from the late Francis Bullard, including a valuable early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo.
     • The engraving, "The Battle of the Nudes," is a memorial to Bullard's uncle, Professor Charles Eliot Norton.
     • The museum also received loans from Mrs. Charles Cuthbert Hall, including a Japanese Buddhist painting and a Japanese Kakemono.
     • The exhibition of paintings by Turner closed on March 29, with 3,231 visitors.

2. Top Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Stored Work by Giovanni Hung"
   • Date: March 22, 1913
   • Content:
     • A painting by Giovanni Hung, replaced after restoration, was exhibited.
     • The painting, "The Letter," was damaged and restored by Giovanni Boldini.
     • It is a temporary loan from Mrs. Isabella Stewart Gardner.

3. Middle Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Pollaiuolo's 'Gladiators'"
   • Date: March 22, 1913
   • Content:
     • The Fogg Art Museum received an engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo, bequeathed by Francis Bullard.
     • The engraving, "The Battle of the Nudes," is a memorial to Charles Eliot Norton.
     • It is one of the most important prints in existence, showcasing the art of engraving in Italy.

4. Middle Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Valuable Prints Exhibited in Fogg"
   • Date: March 22, 1913
   • Content:
     • A collection of prints by early German masters, known as the "Little Masters," was lent by Paul J. Sachs.
     • The prints are on exhibition in the Print Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
     • The museum also received a bequest from Francis Bullard, including an early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo.

5. Bottom Clipping:

   • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
   • Date: March 22, 1913
   • Content:
     • A collection of prints by sixteenth-century German masters, known as the "Little Masters," was lent by Paul J. Sachs.
     • The prints are on exhibition in the Print Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
     • The engravings are by Albrecht Dürer and other German masters, showcasing their skill and technique.

Overall, the clippings highlight significant artworks and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including bequests, loans, and the restoration of important pieces.

The image shows a printed page from a publication or a book, with text arranged in columns. The top of the page features the title "FOG ART MUSEUM" and a date which appears to be "April 1, 1913." The text discusses various news related to the Fog Art Museum, including acquisitions of artwork, exhibitions, and pieces on loan. Specific mentions include:

1. A bequest from the late Francis Bullard, class of 1886, involving an early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo.
2. A valuable print from the late Professor Charles Eliot Norton's collection.
3. A collection of prints known as the "Little Masters," loaned by a Mr. Paul J. Sachs.
4. An important collection of prints by sixteenth-century German masters, and mentions an inferential comparison to the work of Albrecht Dürer.

There is reference to specific artworks like "Madonna and Child" by Giovanni Bellini and others by artists such as Penz, Beham, and the Master L. Cz.

The fragments of text visible provide insight into the classical art scene and museum exhibits from the early 20th century, with particular focus on prints and engravings of European origin. The overall condition of the page suggests it may be an archival document or a reproduction of one.

The image shows an old, yellowed newspaper clipping containing several articles about exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum. The paper is aged and slightly torn around the edges, with visible signs of wear and deterioration. At the top left, handwritten text indicates the date, "Thursday October 2, 1913". Below this, there is a bold headline, "FOGG ART MUSEUM."

The articles describe various artworks and collections recently acquired or exhibited at the museum, including valuable prints, a rare early Italian engraving bequeathed by Francis Ballard, pieces loaned by Mrs. Charles Cuthbert Hall, Japanese-Buddhist paintings, and works by Turner.

One article towards the middle of the clipping is titled "Stored Work - Giovanni hung," discussing the restoration and re-exhibition of a painting by Giovanni in the museum.

The articles are tightly packed with details on the different art pieces, their historical significance, and the individuals who contributed them to the museum. This provides insight into the museum's activities and acquisitions around that time.

This image shows a collection of several old newspaper clippings pasted onto a brown, aged backing paper. The clippings appear to be about art exhibitions and collections related to the Fogg Art Museum, with dates from April 1913. The texts discuss topics such as valuable early Italian engravings by Antonio Pollaiuolo, prints by 16th-century German masters known as the "Little Masters," paintings by Turner and Rembrandt, and a Japanese-Buddhist painting depicting two tigers drinking at a running stream.

The clippings are arranged in a roughly rectangular layout, with some handwritten notes and dates in pen on the backing paper near the clippings, including "University Gazette April 4, 1913," "Crimson April 8, 1913," and "Gazette April 11, 1913." There is also a clipped and taped fragment mentioning "STORED WORK GIOVANNI HUNG," referring to a painting restoration.

Overall, the compilation documents historical art exhibitions and bequests to the Fogg Art Museum from early 20th century, highlighting notable artworks and contributions by collectors and patrons.

The image is a vintage newspaper clipping from the Fogg Art Museum, dated April 1, 1913. The clipping features an article about the museum's collection of prints by early German masters, commonly known as the "Little Masters." These prints were lent by Mr. Paul J. Sachs, Class of 1900, of New York, and were placed on exhibition in the Print Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

The article highlights the significance of the collection, which includes works by Albrecht Dürer, the greatest of German masters, and his predecessors, who were influenced by Albrecht Dürer. The prints were engraved by Albrecht Dürer, the brothers Beham, Pietro Perugino, and others, and are described as exceptionally beautiful in quality, offering a rare opportunity to study the works of these interesting masters.

The clipping also mentions the exhibition of paintings by Turner, which closed on March 29, 1913, with a total of 3,231 visitors during the two weeks it was open. The article describes the fine large oil painting by Turner, "Daughter Reading a Letter," which was bequeathed by the artist to the Fogg Art Museum and is now on exhibition in the main gallery.

Additionally, the clipping includes information about a valuable and rare early Italian engraving by Antonio Pollaiuolo, a famous Florentine master who lived from 1429-1498. The engraving, which is one of the most important prints in existence, was bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum by Professor Charles Eliot Norton and is now on exhibition in the main gallery.

The image also features a section about the Fogg Art Museum's collection of Japanese art, including a fine early Japanese Buddhist painting lent by Mrs. Charles Cuttbert Hall, depicting two tigers drinking at a running stream. The article notes that the collection is to remain in the museum as a loan.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the Fogg Art Museum's collection and exhibitions during the early 20th century, highlighting the importance of prints by early German masters and the museum's dedication to preserving and showcasing valuable works of art.