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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 808940

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Mystery Seen in Arrival of Madonna." The article discusses the arrival of a famous painting by Giovanni Bellini, depicting the Madonna, which was transported from Germany to be shown at the Gardner Exhibit in the United States.

Key points from the article include:

  • The painting's transportation was shrouded in mystery, with unknown individuals involved in the process.
  • The painting was part of the Berlin Museums Collection in Germany and was moved to the United States under mysterious circumstances.
  • The article questions how the painting was transported and who was responsible for its relocation.
  • The painting's whereabouts between its disappearance from Germany and its reappearance in the United States are unknown.
  • The painting will be exhibited at the Gardner Museum from November 13 to 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
  • The painting depicts a Madonna and a sleeping child.

The article raises questions about the painting's journey and the individuals involved in its transportation, adding an element of intrigue to its arrival in the United States.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA." The article discusses the mysterious appearance of a famous painting, the "Madonna" by Giovanni Bellini, which was transported secretly from Germany to be shown at an exhibit at the Gardner Museum. The article speculates on how the painting arrived, suggesting possibilities such as transport by a German submarine or smuggling past U.S. Customs. The painting's whereabouts and ownership history during World War II are unknown, adding to the mystery. The article mentions that this is the first public exhibition of the painting in the country and provides details about the exhibition at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner. The painting depicts the Madonna and a sleeping child and is described as a masterpiece. The article is from a newspaper with the name "Springfield Union" visible at the bottom.

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The image is a newspaper clipping that discusses the mysterious arrival of the famous painting "Madonna" by Giovanni Bellini in the United States. The headline reads "Mystery Seen in Arrival of Madonna."

Here are the key points from the article:

  1. Title and Main Headline: "Mystery Seen in Arrival of Madonna."
  2. Subtitle: "Famous Painting Transported From Germany Secretly to Be Shown at Gardner Exhibit."

The article poses several intriguing questions:

  • How did the painting get to the country?
  • Was it smuggled in by a submarine named Deutschland, which arrived shortly before the war?
  • Did an unknown smuggler manage to bring it across the customs' sharp eyes undetected?

The article also mentions that the painting, originally part of the Simmringen Collection in Germany, was taken in a mysterious manner to the United States. It highlights the historical significance and the first public exhibition of the painting at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner in Boston. The exhibition is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily.

The painting itself is described as a Madonna and sleeping child, known for its detailed craftsmanship and historical importance. The exhibition is part of the activities organized by the Berculosis Society.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with a headline reading "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA." The article discusses the mysterious transportation of a famous painting, "Madonna," by Giovanni Bellini, from Germany to the United States.

Key points from the article include:

  • The painting was transported secretly to be shown at the Gardner Museum's exhibit.
  • There is speculation on how the painting reached the country, with theories suggesting it was smuggled past customs officials or carried by a mysterious submarine.
  • The painting was last seen in the Simmaringen Collection in Germany before its mysterious disappearance and reappearance.
  • The article questions the method of its secret transport and the identity of those involved in its transfer, hinting at possible espionage or clandestine activities.
  • The painting is noted for its depiction of a Madonna and sleeping child and is described as being of great historical and artistic significance.
  • The first public exhibition in the United States will be at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner, located at Fenway Court, Boston, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
  • The clipping also mentions that the painting was deaccessioned from the Simmaringen Collection in Germany.

The bottom of the clipping is partially cut off, but it seems to reference the "BERCULOSIS SOCIETY TO."

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping with the headline "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA." The article discusses the transportation of the famous Giovanni Bellini painting of the Madonna to the United States from Germany.

Key points in the article include:

  1. Transportation Mystery: The article questions how the painting arrived in the United States, suggesting it was transported secretly.
  2. Method of Transport: It was allegedly carried over by the German submarine Deutschland, which arrived in the U.S. shortly before World War I.
  3. Customs and Smuggling: The article raises the possibility of the painting being smuggled past United States Customs officials.
  4. Guardians and Collection: The painting was part of the Simmaringen Collection in Germany and the article speculates about the mysterious unknown individuals who transported it.
  5. Public Exhibition: The painting was to be displayed for the first time in the U.S. at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner in Penway Court, Boston, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
  6. Description of the Painting: The painting depicts a Madonna and a sleeping child, described as a work of art.

The clipping is somewhat worn and yellowed, indicating its age. The article ends with a reference to the "BERKELEY SOCIETY TO..." which is partially cut off.

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The image is a newspaper clipping detailing the mysterious arrival of a famous painting, the "Giovanni Bellini Madonna," to the United States for an exhibition at the Gardner Museum in Boston. Here are the main points:

  1. Title and Subheading:

    • The headline reads "Mystery Seen in Arrival of Madonna," with a subheading stating that a famous painting was transported from Germany secretly to be shown at the Gardner Exhibit.
  2. Details of the Painting:

    • The article discusses the Giovanni Bellini painting of the Madonna, which was brought to the U.S. by the German submarine Deutschland before the U.S. entered World War I.
  3. Mystery Surrounding the Arrival:

    • Questions are raised about how the painting was transported and how it evaded U.S. Customs officials.
    • It mentions that the painting was taken from the Simmaringen Collection in Germany and how it disappeared from public view until now.
  4. Historical Context:

    • The painting had been missing since the start of the war and its reappearance in Boston is notable.
    • There is speculation about who might have been involved in transporting the painting across the Atlantic.
  5. Exhibition Details:

    • The painting will be on display at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner in Fenway Court.
    • Exhibition hours are listed as 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
    • The painting is described as depicting a Madonna and sleeping child, noted for its sweetness.
  6. Sponsorship:

    • The exhibition is organized in connection with the Tuberculosis Society.

The article aims to intrigue readers with the mysterious circumstances of the painting's arrival and the details of its upcoming exhibition.

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The image shows a small, old newspaper clipping with the headline "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA." The article discusses the secretive transportation of a famous painting of the Madonna by Giovanni Bellini from Germany to the United States. It questions how the painting was smuggled, possibly by the German submarine Deutschland, and mentions that the painting was taken from the Simmaringen Collection in Germany during the war. The article states that the painting will be exhibited for the first time in the U.S. at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner in Fenway Court on November 12 and 13, from 12 to 3 o’clock each day. The painting is described as depicting a Madonna and sleeping child and is praised by critics for its rare sweetness. The clipping is printed on yellowed, aged paper suggesting it is quite old.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping. The paper has aged to a yellowish-brown color, and the text is printed in a black, serif font. The headline of the article is bold and reads, "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA." Below the headline, there is a subheading that states, "Famous Painting Transported From Germany Secretly to Be Shown at Gardner Exhibit."

The body of the article raises questions about how a famous painting of the Madonna by Giovanni Bellini arrived in the United States and mentions it was moved from the "jealous guardians of the Sigmaringen Collection in Germany." It discusses the mystery surrounding the painting's journey and its secretive transport "in some mysterious manner to this country." The article also indicates that the painting's full history is unknown, including who brought it across the Atlantic Ocean to the United States.

The article mentions that the painting's first public exhibition in the country will be at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner and provides details about the dates and times the painting can be viewed.

The bottom edge of the paper is torn, and the rest of the text below is cut off except for the words "TUBERCULOSIS SOCIETY TO" indicating a continuation of another article or section on the reverse side that is not visible in this image.

The background behind the newspaper clipping is a solid, neutral light gray color, which helps in contrasting with the darker shade of the aged paper.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping with a headline that reads: "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA". The article discusses the arrival of a famous painting, the "Madonna" by Giovanni Bellini, which was transported from Germany to the United States. The text highlights the intrigue surrounding the painting's journey, suggesting it was moved secretly via a German submarine before World War I. The article raises questions about how the painting evaded customs and the mysterious circumstances surrounding its transport.

Key details from the article include:

  • Title and Context: The headline emphasizes the mysterious nature of the painting's arrival.
  • Content: The article describes the painting as part of the Simmaringen Collection in Germany and notes that it was transported across the Atlantic in an unknown manner, possibly involving a submarine.
  • Exhibition Details: The painting was set to be displayed at the Gardner Exhibit, organized by Mrs. John L. Gardner, at the Fenway Court Museum in Boston. The exhibit was scheduled to run from November 18 to 24, with viewing hours from 12 to 5 p.m. daily.
  • Description of the Painting: The article describes the painting as depicting "each day and sleeping child" and refers to it as a "rare sweetness," indicating its artistic and historical significance.
  • Mystery and Secrecy: The article emphasizes the enigmatic nature of the painting's journey, noting that its history between its disappearance from Germany and its reappearance in the U.S. remains unknown.

The overall tone of the clipping is one of intrigue and historical curiosity, focusing on the secretive transport of a valuable artwork during a time of geopolitical tension. The layout and typography suggest it is from an early 20th-century newspaper, likely from the early 1900s, given the reference to World War I.

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The image is a photograph of a vintage newspaper clipping. The clipping is a piece of yellowed paper with black text, and it appears to be torn from a larger newspaper. The headline reads "MYSTERY SEEN IN ARRIVAL OF MADONNA," with the subheading "Famous Painting Transported From Germany Secretly to Be Shown at Gardner Exhibit." The article discusses the arrival of a famous painting of the Madonna in the United States, possibly smuggled during World War II. The painting was taken from the Simmaringen Collection in Germany and transported in a mysterious manner. The article also mentions that the painting will be on display at the museum of Mrs. John L. Gardner, Fenway Court, on November 12 and 13, from 12 to 3 o'clock each day.