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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809138

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This image displays a historical document: a yellowed newspaper clipping mounted on a larger, similarly aged piece of paper, likely for archival purposes. Both items show signs of aging, including discoloration and slight creasing.

The document is an article titled “A TITIAN IN CAMBRIDGE”, published in the “EYE TRANSCRIPT” of Boston, Mass. A red ink stamp on the backing paper reads “FEB 15 1924”, indicating the date this clipping was likely filed or processed.

The clipping announces that the Fogg Museum in Cambridge will briefly display a painting by the Renaissance master Titian. The article states that Professor Arthur Pope will give a lecture on the painting at 3:30 PM the following Monday.

Key details from the article include:

  • The painting is shown courtesy of Sir Joseph Duveen and came from the Simon collection in Berlin.
  • It was formerly thought to belong to the Earl of Carlyle.
  • The painting was published on page 38 in Klassiker der Kunst, but at that time suffered from darkened varnish, which has since been cleaned.
  • The subject is described as “a man, a virile Venetian with a full beard, carrying a falcon in his hand.” There is a suggestion it may be a portrait of Giorgio Cornaro.
  • The article notes the painting exhibits “all the breadth and freedom of treatment that is associated with Titian’s name.”
  • Mr. Richter, cited from his book, believed the painting was probably painted around 1538.

Handwritten in pencil at the top left of the backing paper is “1. Fogg Museum”, possibly an archival reference note.

In summary, this is a 1924 newspaper clipping announcing a temporary exhibition and scholarly lecture on a Titian painting at Harvard’s Fogg Museum, documenting the artwork’s provenance, physical condition, and attribution at the time.

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The image shows a piece of aged paper with a printed article and handwritten notes. The paper appears to be a clipping from a publication, possibly a newspaper or magazine, and is labeled "Fogg Museum" at the top with "Evo. Transcript" followed by "Boston, Mass." Below the label, there is a printed article titled "A TITIAN IN CAMBRIDGE." The article discusses a Titian painting that was displayed at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The text mentions that Professor Arthur Pope will give a lecture on the painting, and it provides details about the painting's history, mentioning that it was courtesy of Sir Joseph Duveen, came from the Simon collection in Berlin, and was formerly held by the Earl of Carlyle. The article also notes that the painting represents a man, described as a virile Venetian with a full beard carrying a falcon, and suggests it could be a portrait of Giorgio Cornaro. The date "FEB 15 '72" is handwritten on the paper, indicating when it was marked or filed. The paper is slightly torn and shows signs of age, with some discoloration and wear, indicating it is an older document.

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This image displays an old newspaper clipping, likely from the 1920s, given the date stamp of "FEB 15 '24" on the top right corner. The clipping is from the "Eve Transcript," a publication based in Boston, Massachusetts.

The headline reads: "A TITIAN IN CAMBRIDGE," and the article discusses the display of a painting by the renowned Italian Renaissance artist Titian at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The article mentions that Professor Arthur Pope will give a lecture on this painting at 3:30 PM on the following Monday.

The painting is described as a portrait of a Venetian man with a full beard, holding a falcon in his hand. It is suggested that the portrait might be of Giorgio Cornaro. The article notes that the painting was previously part of the Simon collection in Berlin and had once belonged to the Earl of Carlyle. It was published in the book "Klassiker der Kunst" but was suffering from darkened varnish at the time of publication, which has since been cleaned off.

The painting is praised for its breadth and freedom of treatment, characteristic of Titian's style. The article concludes by referencing Mr. Richter, who, in his book, suggests that the painting was probably created around 1538.

The clipping is mounted on a beige or light brown paper, which has handwritten text at the top that appears to say "Fogg Museum." The overall condition of the paper suggests it is aged, with some creases and discoloration.

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The image depicts a piece of paper with handwritten text on it, along with a printed clipping. The handwritten text at the top reads "Fogg Museum" and "Eye Transcript" followed by "Boston, Mass." Below this, there is a date "FEB 15 1924." The printed clipping beneath the handwritten text features a headline "A TITIA IN CAMBRIDGE" and provides information about a painting by Titian that was to be displayed at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The clipping includes details about the painting, its history, and a scheduled talk by Professor Arthur Pope. The paper appears to be aged and worn, suggesting it is an old document.

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The image shows a piece of paper with a newspaper clipping pasted on it. The clipping is about a painting by Titian that will be displayed for a short time at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. Professor Arthur Pope will give a talk on the painting at 3:30 PM on Monday afternoon. The painting, which is shown through the courtesy of Sir Joseph Duveen, came from the Simon collection in Berlin and is said to have belonged formerly to Carlile. It is published on page 38 in Klassiker der Kunst, but at the time of publication, it was suffering from a darkened varnish that has since been cleaned off. The painting represents a man, a virile Venetian with a full beard, carrying a falcon in his hand, and the suggestion has been made that it is a portrait of Giorgio Cornaro. The clipping also mentions that Mr. Richter, in his book, says he thinks it was probably painted about 1538.

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The image shows a printed news clipping or announcement titled "A Titian in Cambridge" from the Fogg Museum in Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping is dated February 15, 1924, and is labeled as a Kve Transcript.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Title and Context:

    • The headline announces that a painting by Titian will be displayed at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge for a short time.
    • Professor Arthur Pope will give a lecture on the painting at 3:30 p.m. on Monday afternoon.
  2. Painting Description:

    • The painting is a work by Titian, depicting a man with a full beard, carrying a falcon in his hand. It is described as a portrait of Giorgio Cornaro.
    • The painting is noted to have "all the breadth and freedom of treatment" associated with Titian's style.
  3. Origin and History:

    • The painting is on loan from the Simon Collection in Berlin and was previously part of the Earl of Carylye's collection.
    • It was published on page 35 of "Klassiker der Kunst", though at the time of publication, it was suffering from darkened varnish, which has since been cleaned.
  4. Attribution and Dating:

    • The painting is believed to have been created around 1538, as suggested by Mr. Richter in his book.
  5. Physical Condition:

    • The article notes that the painting was previously in poor condition due to darkened varnish but has since been restored.

Visual Elements:

  • The clipping is typed on aged, slightly worn paper, giving it a vintage appearance.
  • There is a handwritten note at the top of the clipping that reads "Fogg Museum", likely indicating the source or recipient of the clipping.
  • The text is clear and legible, with a formal tone typical of early 20th-century news articles.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical announcement about an art exhibition, highlighting the significance of a Titian painting being displayed at the Fogg Museum. It provides details about the painting's subject, origin, restoration, and the upcoming lecture by Professor Arthur Pope, emphasizing the cultural and academic importance of the event.

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This image features a weathered, brownish, rectangular piece of paper with text printed on it. Here's a transcript of the text on the document:


Fogg Museum
Boston, Mass.

FEB 3 1924

A TITIAN IN CAMBRIDGE

Fogg Museum Displays Painting for a Short Time and Prof. Pope Will Lecture Upon It

A painting by Titian will be shown for a short interval at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. Professor Arthur Pope will give a talk on the painting at 8:30 next Monday afternoon.

The picture, which is shown through courtesy of Sir Joseph Duveen, came from the Hamilton collection in Berlin and is said to have belonged formerly to the Earl of Carlisle. It is published on page 83 in Klayber, der Kunst, but at the time of publication was suffering from a darkened varnish which has since been cleaned off. The painting represents a man, a veritable Venetian with a full beard, carrying a falcon in his hand, and the suggestion has been made that it is a portrait of Giorgio Cornaro. The picture has all the breadth and freedom of treatment that is associated with Titian's name. Mr. Pitcher, in his book, says he thinks it was probably painted about 1588.


The paper is torn at the top and shows signs of age, with creases and some discoloration. The top note handwritten in pencil reads "To: Fogg Museum". The document is informative, likely intended as an exhibition notice or press release, and it encapsulates a piece of art historical interest from the early 20th century.

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This image depicts a small cut-out from a newspaper. At the top, written in cursive, are the words "Fogg Museum." Below that, there is a stamp which reads "Eve. Transcript, Boston, Mass" and another stamp indicating the date "FEB 15 '24."

The main text of the image appears to be an article titled "A TITIAN IN CAMBRIDGE." The article describes that a painting by Titian will be displayed at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge for a short period. Professor Arthur Pope will give a lecture on the painting at 2:30 PM next Monday afternoon.

The article details the painting's provenance, stating it came from the Sir Simon collection in Berlin, previously belonged to the Earl of Carlisle, and is featured in a publication called "Die Klassiker der Kunst," where it was suffering from yellow varnish. The painting depicts a male Venetian with a full beard, carrying a falcon. There is speculation it could be a portrait of Giorgis Cornaro and is thought to have been painted around 1588.

The article ends by noting that the work epitomizes the breadth and freedom associated with Titian’s style.

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This image shows an old, clipped piece of printed material, likely cut from a newspaper or a magazine, with handwritten text at the top edge. The top text reads “Fogg Museum.” Below, there is a stamped mark reading "FEB 15 1924" and underneath that, "Etc. Transcript, Boston, Mass."

The printed text is an article titled "A Titan in Cambridge." It describes a temporary display of a Titian painting at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition is noted as featuring a talk by Professor Arthur Pope. The article provides details about Titian's painting, describing its Venetian subject (a bearded man carrying a falcon), its origins, and artistic qualities. The piece is dated around 1558 and is described as characteristic of Titian's style.

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The image shows a yellowed clipping of a newspaper article attached to a piece of thick paper. The paper has handwritten text at the top that reads "Fogg Museum" and a purple stamp that says "Eye Transcript, Boston, Mass" with a date stamp below it marking "FEB 15 1924."

The newspaper clipping is titled "A TITIAN IN CAMBRIDGE" and discusses a painting by Titian that will be displayed for a short time at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The article mentions that Professor Arthur Pope will give a lecture on the painting at 3:30 the following Monday afternoon. It explains the origin of the painting, stating that it was shown through the courtesy of Sir Joseph Duveen and came from the Simon collection in Berlin. The painting is described as a portrait of a man with a full beard carrying a falcon, and it is suggested to be a portrait of Giorgio Cornaro. It also notes that the painting had a darkened varnish that was cleaned off and that the painting was probably created around 1538.