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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 795751

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This image appears to be a scanned page from a book or a magazine. The page contains a photograph and a text article. The photograph is in black and white and shows five women standing together, possibly on a staircase. The text below the photograph identifies them as the "Five Winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-29." The article provides biographical details of each winner, including their names, institutions, and where they will be studying. The article also discusses the roles of the winners in museum management and art creation, as well as their participation in the Fogg Museum. The date at the top of the page is June 9, 1928, and the title of the article is "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad." The photograph is credited to "John A. Hare."

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This image is a scanned page from a historical newspaper or magazine article, likely a yearbook or news publication, dated June 9, 1928. The article is titled "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad," and it discusses five women who have been awarded Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for the academic year 1928-29.

The photograph on the page shows five women standing on steps. They are dressed in period-appropriate attire, reflecting the fashion of the late 1920s. The women are identified in the caption below the photo, from left to right, as Bertha Wiles, White Cloud, Kan.; Sarah MacLennan, Oberlin, O.; Laurine Mack, Oberlin, O.; Rosamond Lane, and Mary Williams, both of Cambridge.

The text of the article describes the plans of the six graduate art students at Radcliffe College who were awarded the fellowships. It details their intended travel destinations and areas of study, which include various European countries such as France, Italy, Germany, Austria, and England. The article also mentions the involvement of the Fogg Museum in their training and the opportunities available to them for advanced study, including the use of an X-ray laboratory for the study of underpainting and the detection of forgeries.

The photograph is credited to John A. Hare, and the overall layout of the page suggests it is from a historical archive or collection. The page number in the top right corner indicates it is page 1104.

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This image displays an open, aged scrapbook or bound publication, showcasing a historical newspaper clipping from June 9, 1928. The clipping is titled:

“Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad”

The central feature is a black-and-white photograph of five young women standing together, likely on a balcony or stairs with a decorative railing visible behind them. They are dressed in the formal, modest fashion of the late 1920s — long or mid-calf dresses, with some wearing coats or jackets. Their hair is styled in soft waves or bobs typical of the era.

The caption beneath the photo identifies them as:

Five Winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928–'29. Left to Right: Bertha Wiles, White Cloud, Kan.; Sarah MacLennan, Oberlin, O.; Laurine Mack, Oberlin, O.; Rosamond Lane and Mary Williams, Both of Cambridge

It is noted that the photograph was taken by John A. Harn.

The accompanying article details that these five women — along with a sixth unnamed graduate student — were recipients of prestigious Carnegie Fellowships awarded annually to students in the United States for the study of fine arts. They were graduates or graduate students at Radcliffe College (the women’s liberal arts college associated with Harvard University).

The article outlines their upcoming international study plans:

  • Miss Bertha Wiles will study in Austria and England.
  • Miss Laurine Mack will be in France, Italy, and Germany.
  • Miss Mary Williams is bound for The Hague, Geneva, and Germany.
  • Miss Sarah MacLennan and Miss Laurine Mack (both Oberlin graduates) will study in France, Italy, and Spain.
  • Miss Rosamond Lane will spend the winter in Italy and the following year at New York University, studying Morgan and Metropolitan Museum galleries.

The text highlights the significance of these fellowships and Radcliffe’s growing prominence in arts education, noting the practical training students receive in museum management, forgery detection, and public exhibition — opportunities increasingly available to women. It also mentions Eleanor P. Spencer of Wakefield, R.I., who is going to France, and notes that Radcliffe students receive instruction in the Fogg Museum under the same conditions as their male counterparts.

The page number 1104 is visible on the right-hand page, and the scrapbook’s yellowed pages and binding suggest its age and archival value, likely collected to preserve the achievements of these pioneering female art students. The overall tone of the clipping is one of celebration and forward-looking optimism for women in the arts.

This clipping serves as a valuable historical document, capturing a moment when women were beginning to gain greater access to international art education and institutional roles in the field.

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The image is a page from a magazine or newspaper. It features a photo of five women standing on a staircase, captioned "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad." The women are wearing white dresses and appear to be posing for a photograph. Below the photo, there is a text that reads "Five Winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-29." The text provides information about the women and their plans to study art in Europe. The image also includes a table with the names of the women and their respective destinations.

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An old newspaper with the headline "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad" is opened on the left page. It has a black-and-white photograph of five women standing on the stairs. The newspaper is placed on top of a stack of other newspapers, probably in a library. The right page of the newspaper has a text that is difficult to read. The newspaper is folded in half, with the left page folded upward.

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The image shows an open book with a page titled "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad", dated June 9, 1928. The page is a transcript and features a black-and-white photograph of six women standing together in front of a staircase railing. The photograph is captioned as "Five Winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-29", and the individuals are identified as follows (from left to right):

  • Bertha Wiles
  • White Cloud, Kan.
  • Sarah MacLennan, Oberlin, O.
  • Laurine Mack
  • Oberlin, O.
  • Rosamond Lane and Mary Williams, Both of Cambridge

Below the photograph, there is a paragraph of text that provides context about the Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts, mentioning that these six women are among the winners for the academic year 1928–29. The text elaborates on their plans to study art in various countries, including France, Italy, Germany, Austria, and England. It also highlights their academic backgrounds, such as Miss Wiles being a graduate student at the University of Illinois, and Miss Lane and Miss Williams being graduate students at the Fogg Art Museum in France. The paragraph emphasizes the purpose of these fellowships, which is to support graduate study in fine arts and enable students to gain international experience.

The book itself appears to be part of an archival or historical collection, as indicated by the spine label on the left side, which reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES" and includes a catalog number or reference code. The overall presentation suggests that this is a preserved document from an academic or institutional archive, likely related to Radcliffe College or Harvard University.

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The image is of a newspaper clipping from what appears to be a historical document or scrapbook. The article is titled "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad" and is dated June 4, 1935. The caption under a photograph mentions "Five Winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-29." These individuals were likely selected for a prestigious grant to further their studies in the arts. Also noted are the places associated with the individuals, such as White Cloud, Kansas; Oberlin, Ohio; and Cambridge.

The article is on a yellowed page, suggesting it is from an older publication, and there is visible wear and tear on the edges of the paper, which also indicates its age. The photograph shows a group standing side by side, and the image captures a moment of achievement and recognition in the field of fine arts. The text below the image elaborates on the fellowships and the art studies that are planned in Europe, including countries like France, Italy, and Spain.

It is important to note that any faces that may have been presented in the photograph are not described as part of respecting the privacy instructions provided.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping titled "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad," dated June 9, 1928, from the Transcript. It features a black-and-white photo of five women standing indoors near a staircase with a decorative railing. The women are identified as winners of the Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-'29. The text under the photo lists their names from left to right: Bertha Wiles (White Cloud, Kansas), Sarah MacLennan (Oberlin, Ohio), Laurine Mack (Oberlin, Ohio), Rosamond Lane, and Mary Williams (both of Cambridge).

The article discusses the plans of these Radcliffe graduates to study fine arts in various locations in Europe, such as France, Italy, Germany, Austria, and England. It mentions the fellowships and the opportunities they provide for advanced study and work in art and museum management. The text also notes that the fellowships are prestigious and help promote arts education and careers. The photograph is credited to John A. Hare.

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This is a photo clip from a 1920s newspaper or scrapbook page.

  • Headline at the top: “Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad,” with the word “Transcript” and a handwritten date likely June 9, 1928.
  • The main image shows five young women standing on a staircase. Their faces are blurred in the clipping.
  • The caption beneath reads something like: “Five Winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-29. Left to Right: Bertha Wiles, White Cloud, Kan.; Sarah MacLennan, Oberlin, O.; Laurine Mack, Oberlin, O.; Rosamond Lane and Mary Williams, Both of Cambridge.” (Names and places may be approximated from the visible text.)
  • The page has the aged, yellowed look of an old bound album, with other text blocks surrounding the clipping and a stitching/thread visible along the top edge.

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping titled "Leaving Radcliffe to Study Art Here and Abroad," dated June 9, 1928. It appears to be assembled in a scrapbook or archival book with visible binding on the left. The clipping includes a photograph of five women standing together, with their faces blurred out. They are dressed in modest, period-appropriate attire, and stand in front of a staircase. The text beneath the photo identifies them as winners of Carnegie Fellowships in Fine Arts for 1928-29 and lists their names (not specifically detailed since their faces are censored in this description).

The accompanying article mentions these women traveling to Europe (France, Italy, Germany, and other countries) for further artistic studies. It highlights the importance of the fellowship and the Radcliffe institution's role in nurturing their talents. This clipping reflects the era's emphasis on higher education and cultural exchange for women.