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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1900-September 1920

ARCH.2003.21, Rendition: 789907

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated October 29, 1915. The main article is titled "Fogg Museum Acquires Rare Early Prints."

Key points from the article:

  1. Acquisition of Prints:

    • The Fogg Art Museum recently acquired twenty fine engravings for its print collection. These were obtained by gift and purchase from the collection of the late General Brayton Ives of New York.
    • The new acquisitions are on display in the Print Room of the museum.
  2. Details of the Prints:

    • The collection includes 17 early Italian and German prints and one French print.
    • Notable pieces include:
      • "Judith Placing the Head of Holofernes" by an unknown artist.
      • "Calumny" by Apelles, engraved by St. Gregory and the Baths.
      • "The Judgment of Solomon" by the Pupils of Raphael, depicting David blessing Solomon.
      • "The Battle of Ravenna" by Marcantonio Raimondi.
      • "The Woman Beating Her Husband" by Martin van Maerlant.
      • A lost picture by the great Greek artist Apelles.
  3. Significance of the Prints:

    • The prints are described as rare and valuable, with some being among the earliest known prints of their kind.
    • The article highlights the historical and artistic importance of each print, mentioning specific details about their creation, style, and the artists involved.
  4. Artistic Techniques:

    • The article discusses the techniques used in the prints, such as the use of chiaroscuro, the handling of light and shadow, and the intricate detailing.
    • It also mentions the influence of these early prints on later art and engraving techniques.
  5. Historical Context:

    • The prints are noted for their historical significance, representing early examples of printmaking and engraving from the 15th and 16th centuries.
    • The article provides background on the artists and the historical events depicted in the prints.

Overall, the article provides a detailed account of the Fogg Museum's recent acquisitions, highlighting the rarity, historical significance, and artistic merit of the prints.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript dated October 28, 1915. The article announces that the Fogg Art Museum has recently acquired a number of early prints, specifically twenty-five engravings from its print collection and others purchased from the late General Brayton Ives' collection in New York.

Key points of the article include:

  1. Recent Acquisitions:

    • The Fogg Art Museum has added 17 early Italian, German, and one French print to its collection.
    • Some of these prints were gifts, while others were purchased at the Brayton Ives sale in New York.
  2. Notable Prints and Artists:

    • The article highlights several significant pieces, such as works by Andrea Mantegna.
    • It mentions a dramatic representation of the Greek mythological figure Calumny by an unknown engraver, inspired by a lost painting by Apelles.
    • The "Massacre of the Innocents" by Marcantonio Raimondi, noted for its fine impression, is also included.
    • Two engravings by Albrecht Dürer: "St. Gregory’s Mass" and a "Virgin and Child on a Grassy Bank."
  3. Descriptions of Specific Works:

    • Calumny: The engraving depicts a scene of false accusation with figures like Truth, Calumny, and Repentance.
    • Massacre of the Innocents: This piece is described as having been copied in reverse and reduced in size by other artists.
    • St. Gregory’s Mass: A detailed engraving by Dürer, showing the miracle occurring during the mass.
    • Dante and Virgil: An illustration from Dante’s "Divine Comedy," depicting the scene where the two poets encounter the traitors in the ice of Cocytus.
    • The Woman Watering a Plant: A charming engraving by Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, depicting a woman tending to a plant.
  4. Other Engravers and Works:

    • Works by artists such as Israhel van Meckenem, Hans Sebald Beham, and others are also noted.
    • The article describes various themes and the intricate details of the engravings, emphasizing their historical and artistic significance.

Overall, the article provides an in-depth look at the newly acquired prints and the notable artists behind them, highlighting their importance to the Fogg Art Museum's collection.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated April 28, 1915. The article is titled "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES RARE EARLY PRINTS" and discusses the acquisition of a collection of early prints by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge.

Key points of the article include:

  1. New Acquisitions: The Fogg Art Museum has recently acquired 20 fine engravings, including 17 Italian, one German, and two French prints. These prints were gifts from friends of the late General Brayton Ives of New York and were purchased at the sale of his collection.

  2. Historical and Artistic Value:

    • The collection includes works from the early 16th century, representing the transition from wood engraving to etching.
    • A notable print is "The Calumny of Apelles," a clear and dramatic representation of an ancient allegory.
    • Another significant piece is from "Landini's Dante," depicting Dante and Virgil in Hell.
  3. Engravers and Their Works:

    • The article mentions various engravers, including Marcantonio Raimondi, who depicted "The Judgment of Paris" and "The Massacre of the Innocents."
    • It also discusses Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, known for his "Woman Wearing a Plant," and the "Head of Holofernes."
    • The print "Three Doctors" by an unknown engraver is highlighted for its striking quality.
    • The engravings by the early German school, such as those by Franz von Solms, are noted for their unique characteristics.
  4. Technique and Style:

    • The article details the techniques used, such as the "fine manner" style of engraving and the use of chiaroscuro (light and dark contrast).
    • It notes the influence of contemporary Italian artists on these prints, particularly in their use of line and shading.

Overall, the article highlights the museum's enriching collection of rare early prints, showcasing their artistic and historical significance.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated April 28, 1915, and another from the Foggia Art Museum dated July 24, 1915. Both articles discuss the acquisition of rare early prints by the Fogg Art Museum.

The main article in the Christian Science Monitor describes the acquisition of seventeen Italian and German prints, as well as one French print, by the Fogg Art Museum. These prints were obtained through gifts from friends and by purchase at the sale of the late General Brayton Ives of New York. The prints include works by artists like Mantegna, Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, and others, with a range of subjects such as religious scenes and allegorical representations.

Key highlights include:

  • A print by Mantegna, "Judith Placing the Head of Holofernes," which is noted for its dramatic scene.
  • A print by Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, "Woman Watering a Plant," with a delicate impression.
  • An anonymous print from the school of Albrecht Dürer, "The Three Doctors," which is noted for its striking composition.
  • Works by other notable artists such as Zagan, Marcolino, and an unidentified engraver of the "Master of the Rat Trap."

The article also mentions a "Calumny of Apelles," which is a clear and dramatic representation of the allegory, and a print by Landino showing Dante and Virgil.

The smaller article from the Foggia Art Museum highlights the museum's recent acquisition of fine engravings, including those from the collection of General Brayton Ives, and notes that these new acquisitions are on display in the Print Room.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine dated July 24, 1915, titled "Fogg Art Museum." The article is discussing the recent acquisitions of rare early prints by the Fogg Art Museum.

The text mentions several significant prints acquired by the museum, including:

  1. An Italian print.
  2. A German print.
  3. A French print.

The article highlights two engravings by Giovanni Antonio de' Bandini, specifically:

  • "Calumny" by the Italian engraver, which is a depiction of an allegory where Calumny is shown as a woman dragging innocence behind her, with figures of Virtue and Penitence standing to the right.
  • "Judith Placing the Head of Holofernes," which is a notable work that has been attributed to different artists, including Giovanni Antonio de Bandini, though it's questioned by some critics.

Additionally, it mentions other notable engravings and prints from various artists such as:

  • "Woman Beating Apples" by the Italian engraver, likely a work from the Renaissance period.
  • Engravings by Martin or Mathaeus Zainer, an early German engraver.
  • Prints by various engravers including those from the Italian school and a few other notable names.

The article also briefly discusses the backgrounds and historical significance of these engravings, emphasizing the Fogg Art Museum's acquisition efforts to enrich its collection.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum and its acquisitions. The clippings are dated April 24, 1915, and April 28, 1915. The main article, titled "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES RARE EARLY PRINTS," details the museum's recent acquisitions, including twenty fine engravings, with some being gifts and others purchased at the sale of the late General Brayton Ives. Notable acquisitions include works by Italian, German, and French artists, such as a wood engraving by Albrecht Dürer, a copperplate engraving by Giovanni Antonio da Pordenone, and prints by Martin Schongauer and Lucas van Leyden. The articles highlight the significance of these works, their artists, and their contribution to the museum's collection. The clippings also mention the Christian Science Monitor and other related exhibits and acquisitions.

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The image shows an old newspaper clipping titled "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES RARE EARLY PRINTS" which is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated April 28, 1915. It discusses the acquisition of twenty fine engravings by the Fogg Art Museum, some of which were gifts and others bought at the sale of the collection of the late General Brayton Ives of New York.

The article details the types of prints acquired, including Italian, German, and French engravings from the early sixteenth century, highlighting various artists and specific works such as "Calumny of Apelles" and "Woman Watering a Plant." It also describes the particular styles and techniques of these engravings and mentions some renowned engravers like Mantegna, Martin or Mathaus Isaacson, and Israhel van Meckenem.

At the top of the image, above the article, there is a small printed note from the Fogg Art Museum dated April 24, 1915, announcing that these new acquisitions are now on exhibition in the Print Room of the museum. The newspaper clipping appears aged and slightly worn with some yellowing and minor tears, especially at the corners. The article fills most of the page's left side, while the right side is blank, save for some minor marks.

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The image is of an old newspaper clipping from "Gazette," dated April 24, 1915, alongside another clipping from "Christian Science Monitor," dated April 23, 1915. The clippings announce and discuss the Fogg Art Museum's recent acquisition of rare early prints. The headline "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES RARE EARLY PRINTS" is prominently displayed.

The articles detail the acquisition of twenty-five fine engravings for the museum's print collection, received through both donations and purchases. These prints, now exhibited in the museum's Print Room, include works by Italian, German, and French artists from various periods.

The clipping mentions specific pieces by Guido Reni, Alessandro Tiarini, Martin Schongauer, Albrecht Dürer, Raimondi, Christmann, and Jean Gourmont, highlighting the significance and artistry of these engravings.

The document, visibly aged, features handwritten dates and annotations across the top. The print text is somewhat faded, and the paper shows signs of discoloration.

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This image shows a close-up photograph of a newspaper or newsletter page with the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM." The page appears dated and yellowed, indicative of age, and features an article with the headline "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES RARE EARLY PRINTS." The publication date noted in the upper-left corner of the page is "Chapter 24, 1915," although it is difficult to ascertain if "Chapter" is correct—it would more typically be "October."

The article discusses the acquisition of rare early prints by the Fogg Art Museum, referencing Italian, German, and one French print. These acquisitions include gifts as well as purchases. The text continues to detail specifics about the pieces acquired, mentioning notable artists such as Antonio Maria del Fiore, Giovanni Battista Piranesi, and Marcantonio Raimondi, among others.

The condition of the page suggests that it is fragile and has historical significance. The page number "11" is visible at the top right corner, suggesting this is a single page from a larger publication. There are handwritten notes and underlinings on the page as well, indicating that someone has interacted with the content, likely for study or annotation purposes.

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The image depicts a scanned page from a newspaper or journal dated April 28, 1915, titled "Fogg Museum Acquires Rare Early Prints." The page appears to be from the Christian Science Monitor, as indicated by the header at the top. The article discusses recent acquisitions made by the Fogg Art Museum, part of Harvard University, including rare Italian, German, and one French print.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the page includes a header indicating the source: "Christian Science Monitor" and the date "April 28, 1915."
    • There is also a smaller header at the very top that reads "Fogg Art Museum" and mentions that the museum has recently acquired twenty fine engravings for its print collection, purchased at the sale of the late General Brayton Ives of New York.
  2. Main Article Title:

    • The bold, prominent headline reads: "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES RARE EARLY PRINTS."
    • A subheading below states: "Italian, German and One French in List of Recent Acquisitions, Some of Which Are Gifts and Others Bought at Ives Sale."
  3. Content Overview:

    • The article provides details about the newly acquired prints, including:
      • Italian Prints: Examples mentioned include works by artists such as Giovanni Antonio da Monte, Bonaventura Berlinghieri, and Andrea Mantegna.
      • German Prints: Notable acquisitions include works by Albrecht Dürer and Lucas Cranach the Elder.
      • French Print: A single French print is mentioned, likely from the School of Solomon or related artists.
    • The article highlights the historical and artistic significance of these prints, noting their age, condition, and the techniques used by the artists.
  4. Visual Layout:

    • The text is formatted in a traditional newspaper style, with justified alignment and clear headings.
    • The article is dense with information, including descriptions of specific prints, their creators, and their historical context.
    • The page appears to be part of an archive or collection, as indicated by the protective plastic sleeve in which it is housed.
  5. Condition and Presentation:

    • The page is slightly aged, with a yellowish tint typical of old paper.
    • It is encased in a protective plastic sleeve, suggesting it is part of an archival or museum collection.

Summary:

The image shows a historical newspaper article from April 28, 1915, announcing the acquisition of rare early prints by the Fogg Art Museum. The article details the types of prints acquired (Italian, German, and French), their significance, and provides examples of notable artists and works. The page is well-preserved and presented in a protective sleeve, indicating its value as a historical document.