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The image shows a newspaper clipping from December 18, 1916, featuring articles about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clipping includes several pieces of information:

1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition: The museum has recently placed on exhibition a group of reproductions of works of art from the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. These reproductions are gifts from Mrs. Samuel S. Yellin in memory of her son, George Gershom Yellin, of the Harvard Class of 1896, and they form a permanent part of the Collection of Classical Antiquities.

2. Loan Exhibition of Early Italian Engravings: An exhibition of early Italian engravings is on view at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes prints from the 15th century, with a complete catalogue available. The exhibition will close in December but a permanent collection of early Italian engravings will remain.

3. Fogg Museum Exhibits Treasure: A famous painting by Tintoretto, "Diana," is being shown. This painting, depicting a mythological subject, is part of the gallery of the Fogg Art Museum. The painting is notable for its mastery in design and execution, showcasing Tintoretto's skill and the brilliance of Venetian painters.

4. Conference on Tintoretto Painting: Professor A. Pope of the Department of Fine Arts will give a conference on the painting by Tintoretto at 4:30 PM. The talk will discuss the painting's place in Tintoretto's work and its significance.

5. Dürer's Work Exhibited at Fogg: An exhibition of the engraved work of Albrecht Dürer has replaced the loan exhibition of Italian prints. The exhibition includes many of Dürer's finest prints and offers a unique opportunity to study his work. The Italian prints will be on exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, until January 16.

6. Catalogue of Loan Exhibition: A catalogue of the loan exhibition of early Italian engravings is available for purchase. It includes a detailed description and bibliography of the prints, making it a valuable resource for scholars and art enthusiasts.

The clipping provides a snapshot of the cultural and academic activities at the Fogg Art Museum during this period, highlighting its role in preserving and exhibiting significant works of art.

The image contains newspaper clippings from the Fogg Art Museum, dated around December 1915. The articles discuss various exhibitions and acquisitions at the museum.

1. Top Left Clipping (November 28, 1915):

   • The Fogg Art Museum has recently displayed reproductions of Minoan and Mycenaean artworks from Cretan finds, which are of significant interest for illustrating the Homeric period.
   • The Metropolitan Museum in New York is the only other place in America with reproductions of these works.
   • These reproductions are a gift from Mrs. Schuylervan Rensselaer, in memory of her husband, George Griswold Van Rensselaer, and are part of the permanent collection of Classical Antiquities.

2. Top Right Clipping:

   • The Fogg Art Museum has a loan exhibition of early Italian engravings, including works by Durer, Pollaiuolo, and others.
   • The exhibition is significant and includes prints from the Francis Bullard Collection and others.
   • The catalogue of the exhibition has been prepared by Miss Katherine Bullard of Boston.

3. Middle Left Clipping (December 18, 1915):

   • The Fogg Art Museum is exhibiting a famous painting of Diana by Tintoretto.
   • The painting is a loan from a private collection and is part of the series of mythological subjects.
   • Professor A. Pope of the Department of Fine Arts will give a lecture on the painting.

4. Middle Right Clipping (December 20, 1915):

   • The Fogg Art Museum is hosting a conference on Tintoretto painting by Professor A. Pope.
   • The event will discuss the painting of Diana by Tintoretto and its significance in the context of the Venetian school.

5. Bottom Clipping (December 18, 1916):

   • The Fogg Art Museum has an exhibition of engravings by Albrecht Dürer.
   • The prints are from the museum's collection and include works such as "The Triumph of Death" and "The Four Women Dancing."
   • The exhibition is notable for its high-quality reproductions and includes prints of various significant works by Dürer, such as "The Battle of Naked Men."

The articles collectively highlight the rich and diverse collections and educational events at the Fogg Art Museum during this period, emphasizing the significance of both permanent and loaned collections.

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and a catalogue related to the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

Main Clippings:

1. Fogg Art Museum Exhibits - November 28, 1915

   • The museum has displayed reproductions of Minoan and Mycenaean artworks, particularly significant for their homeric period, which have been found in the last fifteen years in Crete.
   • These reproductions are a gift from Mr. Schuyler Van Rensselaer, honoring his son, George Griswold Van Rensselaer, of the Harvard Class of 1896.
   • The reproductions are part of the permanent collection of Classical Antiquities.

2. Fogg Museum Loan - December 18, 1915

   • A loaned painting by Rogier van der Weyden, titled "Noli Me Tangere," has been placed in the museum's gallery.
   • This painting is noted for being one of the most important works by the Flemish master and is attributed to the diptych of Rogier van der Weyden.

3. Fogg Museum Exhibits Treasure - December 18, 1916

   • A famous painting by Tintoretto, "Diana," is being displayed. It is a significant work by the Venetian master, known for its exceptional handling and detail.
   • The painting will be showcased and will be discussed at a conference by Professor A. Pope on Monday at 4:30 o'clock.

4. Durer's Work Exhibited at Fogg - December 18, 1916

   • An exhibition of Albrecht Dürer’s engravings is featured in the Fogg Museum.
   • The prints include notable works such as "The Battle of the Naked Men" and "Young Shepherd."

Catalogue of a Loan Exhibition:

5. Catalogue of Early Italian Engravings - Press, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1916
   • The catalogue describes an exhibition of early Italian engravings from the Fogg Art Museum.
   • It includes a significant loan exhibition from the museum and lists various prints from different Italian artists.
   • The catalogue is prepared by the staff at the museum and is intended for those interested in Italian art prints.
   • It includes a detailed description and an introduction to understand and appreciate the collection.
   • Important prints from the collection include works by Jacopo Barozzi da Vignola and others, including the "Sacrifice to Jupiter" by Titian and "The Deposition by the Master Printer."

The collage highlights the rich and diverse exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing both historical and contemporary artworks, with a particular emphasis on significant loans and their importance to art history.

The image shows a scanned page or pages from a catalog or brochure related to the Fogg Art Museum, dated November 28, 1915. The document details various exhibitions, loans, and events at the museum. Key points include:

1. Exhibition of Minoan and Mycenaean Art: The Fogg Museum has placed on exhibition reproductions of Minoan and Mycenaean works from Crete, donated by Mrs. Schuyler Van Rensselaer in memory of her son. These are the only reproductions of their kind in America and are now part of the museum's permanent collection.

2. Loan from Anonymous Lender: A large painting by Rogier van der Weyden, "Noli Me Tangere" (1399-1464), is on loan from an anonymous lender. It is considered one of the most important pictures in the museum's collection.

3. Exhibition of Diana by Tintoretto: A painting by Tintoretto, also on loan, is being exhibited. Professor A. Pope will give a lecture on this painting on Monday, December 6, at 4:30 p.m.

4. Exhibition of Durer's Work: An exhibition of engraved work by Albrecht Durer, replacing Italian prints, is on display until January 15. Professor A. Pope will lecture on Durer's work on Monday, December 13, at 4:30 p.m.

5. Catalogue of a Loan Exhibition of Early Italian Engravings: This exhibition, on view from December 10 to December 30, includes works from various private collections and is considered the most important gathering of early Italian prints. The catalogue, with an introduction by Bernard Berenson, is available for purchase.

The document also includes handwritten notes and dates, possibly indicating related events or personal reminders.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from December 1915, detailing various exhibitions and acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum, part of Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Exhibition of Classical Antiquities:

   • The Fogg Museum has placed reproductions of art from Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations on exhibition. These reproductions were found in Crete over the last fifteen years and illustrate the Homeric period.
   • These reproductions are a gift from Mrs. Schuyler Van Rensselaer of New York, in memory of her son, George Griswold Van Rensselaer, who was part of the Harvard Class of 1896.

2. Loan of a Flemish Masterpiece:

   • The museum received a significant loan for one week: a painting by Rogier van der Weyden titled "Nôtre Dame" (circa 1399-1464), depicting the Virgin Mary.
   • This artwork is one of the rarest and most valued pieces in the Fogg Art Museum's permanent collection.

3. Exhibition of Tintoretto's Work:

   • The Fogg Museum exhibited a notable painting by Tintoretto, the "Diana," which is part of a series of mythological subjects.
   • Professor A. Pope provided a conference on this painting, emphasizing its importance and the extraordinary quality of Tintoretto's work.

4. Conference on Tintoretto:

   • Professor A. Pope gave a detailed talk on the "Diana" painting, discussing its place in the series and its significance within Tintoretto's oeuvre.

5. Exhibition of Albrecht Dürer's Work:

   • The museum displayed an exhibition of Albrecht Dürer’s engraved work, including four of his most famous prints from the Fogg Museum's collections.
   • The Italian prints are scheduled to be exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, until January 16.

6. Catalogue of Early Italian Engravings:

   • The museum published a catalogue for an exhibition of early Italian engravings, which is the first comprehensive book on the subject.
   • The catalogue includes prints from the fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries, with significant contributions from notable collectors.

7. Miscellaneous Exhibitions and Acquisitions:

   • The Fogg Museum has received reproductions of art from the Minoan civilization and Mycenaean period, curated by Mrs. Schuyler Van Rensselaer.
   • A significant Oito print, rare and unique, is part of the exhibition.
   • Other works exhibited include prints from the Triumph of Death series and works by Botticelli and lesser-known artists like Jacopo de’ Barbari.

Overall, the article highlights the rich and diverse exhibitions and important acquisitions of the Fogg Art Museum during this period.

The image contains several newspaper clippings from the Fogg Art Museum, dated November 28, 1915, and December 18 and 29, 1916. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

1. November 28, 1915 Clipping:

   • The Fogg Museum has exhibited reproductions of works from Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations discovered in Crete. These works are part of the Homeric period and are highly significant.
   • The reproductions were gifted by Mrs. Schuyler Van Rensselaer of New York and her son, George Griswold Van Rensselaer, as a memorial to the Harvard Class of 1896.
   • The loan of a large and valuable painting by Rogier van der Weyden, "Noli Me Tangere," is also highlighted. This piece is part of the Fogg Art Museum's permanent collection.

2. December 18, 1916 Clipping:

   • The Fogg Museum has placed on display a famous painting of Diana by Tintoretto.
   • This painting is one of the most significant works by Tintoretto, known for its mythological subject and intricate design.
   • The painting is on loan from the Ducal Palace in Venice and is highly praised for its beauty and detail.

3. December 29, 1916 Clipping:

   • An exhibition of engravings by Albrecht Dürer is being held at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The exhibition features Italian prints and includes works from the Fogg collection and loans from other museums and private collections.
   • The clipping also mentions the catalog for a loan exhibition of early Italian engravings, which includes a detailed description of the works and their historical significance.
   • The catalog was prepared by the Fogg Art Museum and is available for those interested in Italian prints.

4. Conference on Tintoretto Painting:

   • A conference on the painting "Diana" by Tintoretto will be held at the Fogg Art Museum, with Professor A. Pope of the Department of Fine Arts giving a lecture on the painting.

Overall, the clippings highlight significant exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on various important artworks and their historical and artistic value.

This image is a collage of newspaper clippings arranged on a single sheet of paper. The clippings are primarily related to exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum, part of Harvard University. The articles date back to November and December of 1915 and December 1916. The topics discussed in the articles include a loan exhibition of early Italian engravings, the exhibition of a famous painting of Diana by Tintoretto, a lecture by Professor A. Pope on Tintoretto's painting, and the exhibition of the engraved work of Albrecht Durer. Additionally, there are mentions of gifts and anonymous loans to the museum. The newspaper clippings have aged and show signs of yellowing, indicative of their age. Handwritten annotations can be seen, including dates and some underlining.

The image shows a typed and handwritten document that comprises various newspaper clippings pasted onto a piece of paper. The clippings are articles about exhibitions and events at the Fogg Art Museum, which are dated from December 1916. There are headers mentioning the Fogg Art Museum and references to works of art, like a "Famous Painting of Diana by Tintoretto" and discussions about Italian art. There are handwritten notes on top of and between the clippings, such as dates and reference numbers, which could have been added by a curator or researcher for their records. The document appears to be archival in nature, providing historical context concerning the museum's activities during that period.

The image depicts a page from a historical document, likely a newspaper or exhibition catalog, dated November 25, 1915, as indicated at the top of the page. The document is titled "Fogg Art Museum" and appears to be an announcement or description of an exhibition held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key Details from the Image:

Header:

• The top of the page includes handwritten annotations, such as "Faggatte Nov. 25, 1915" and "Crimson Dec. 18" and "Crimson Dec. 20," suggesting the document was part of a series or a newspaper clipping.

Main Content:

The main body of the text is divided into several sections, each discussing different aspects of the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions and collections. Here are the main topics covered:

1. Exhibition of Minoan and Mycenaean Art:

• The Fogg Museum has placed on exhibition a group of reproductions of works of art from the so-called Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations, found in the last fifteen years in Crete.
• These reproductions are described as wonderfully interesting as illustrations of the Homeric period.
• The Metropolitan Museum of New York is the only other place in America where the arts of these civilizations can be seen.
• The reproductions are a gift from Mrs. Schuyler Van Rensselaer, in memory of her husband, George Griswold Van Rensselaer, a member of the Harvard Class of 1896, and they form a permanent part of the Collection of Classical Antiquities.

2. Loan Exhibition of Italian Engravings:

• The Fogg Museum has received from an anonymous lender for one week, beginning November 17th, a large and beautiful collection of Italian engravings.
• The exhibition includes a significant loan of Roger van der Weyden's "Noli Me Tangere," which is described as rare and so much valued.
• The subject of the painting is Diptyche attributed to Roger van der Weyden, and it is the only dipytch in the gallery beside the one dipytch in the Fogg Art Museum, which is of the important collection at the important pictures.

3. Exhibition of Tintoretto's Painting:

• The Fogg Museum is exhibiting a famous painting by Tintoretto, titled "Diana."
• This painting is described as one of the best and most beautiful paintings by the great 16th-century master.
• The painting is on loan from the gallery of the Subject Art Museum.
• The painting is noted for its wonderfully interesting and highly expressive qualities, with its unfinished appearance being particularly noted.
• A conference on Tintoretto's Painting is scheduled for Monday, November 1st, at 4:30 p.m., to be given by Professor A. Pope '07 of the Department of Fine Arts.

4. Exhibition of Dürer's Work:

• The Fogg Museum has also placed on exhibition a group of reproductions of the works of art of the Roccatello Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations, found in Crete.
• These reproductions are described as highly interesting and are the only other art in America where reproductions of these works can be seen.
• The reproductions are a gift from Mrs. Schuyler Van Rensselaer, a member of the Harvard Class of 1896, and they form a permanent part of the Collection of Classical Antiquities.
• The exhibition includes engraved work of Albrecht Dürer, with the Fogg Museum's collection being one of the largest and best in America.

5. Catalogue of a Loan Exhibition of Early Italian Engravings:

• The document also mentions a catalogue of a loan exhibition of early Italian engravings, which will close on December 9th.
• The exhibition includes a complete catalogue prepared by Mr. Arthur M. Hind, which is described as having permanent value to every one interested in Italian prints.
• The catalogue includes clear and concise descriptions of the prints, a well-chosen bibliography, and an introduction that will help collectors understand the novice field of Italian printmaking.

Visual Elements:

• The page includes handwritten notes in the margins, such as "Crimson Dec. 18" and "Crimson Dec. 20," which likely indicate when the article was published or referenced.
• The text is formatted in a newspaper or catalog style, with clear headings and subheadings for each section.
• The document appears to be typewritten, with some annotations in handwriting, suggesting it may have been part of a scrapbook or archive.

Overall Context:

The document serves as a historical record of an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting significant loans and acquisitions, including works by Tintoretto, Dürer, and Roger van der Weyden, as well as reproductions of Minoan and Mycenaean art. It also promotes a catalogue of early Italian engravings, emphasizing the museum's role in preserving and showcasing important artworks. The handwritten notes suggest the document was part of a personal or institutional archive, possibly used for research or reference purposes.

This page provides insight into the cultural and artistic activities of the early 20th century, particularly at the Fogg Art Museum.

The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or article from 1915 about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article discusses several exhibitions and collections at the museum during that time period.

Some key details from the article:

• The Fogg Museum had recently placed on exhibition a group of reproductions of works of art from the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations found in Crete. This was the only place in America where reproductions of these works could be seen.

• The Metropolitan Museum in New York had loaned a famous painting by Tintoretto called "Diana" to the Fogg Museum. The painting was on display in the gallery.

• The Fogg Museum had received a loan of a large and beautiful Flemish painting by Rogier van der Weyden from an anonymous lender. The painting was called "Voi Me So Targente" and was one of the most important works in the permanent collection.

• The Fogg Museum was also exhibiting a collection of early Italian engravings from the Francis Bullard Collection. The collection included rare prints from the 15th and 16th centuries, including works by Albrecht Dürer.

• The article also mentions an exhibition of engravings by Albrecht Dürer that was on display at the Fogg Museum.

So in summary, the article discusses several exhibitions and collections of art at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1915, including reproductions of Minoan and Mycenaean art, a painting by Tintoretto, a Flemish painting by Rogier van der Weyden, and a collection of early Italian engravings.