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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York Times, dated October 15, 1928. The main article, titled "SUPPOSED TITIAN FOUND IN YALE COLLECTION," discusses the discovery of a painting believed to be by the artist Titian, which was found in the collection of Jarves at Yale University. The painting, a panel cleaned of repaint, is identified as "The Presentation in the Temple." Experts, including Bernard Berenson, have declared it to be a work by Titian, despite its previous attribution to Giorgio or Cariani. The article details the history of the painting, its acquisition by the Yale collection, and the process of its cleaning and identification.

The clipping also includes a related article from the Gazette section, dated October 13, 1928, about the Fogg Art Museum. It announces a course on the history of German art from 1800 to 1928, to be given by Doctor Gustav Paul, and an exhibition of watercolors by Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, Charles Hopkinson, and Dodge MacKnight.

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The image is a page from the New York Times newspaper dated October 15, 1928. The main focus of the article is the discovery and cleaning of a painting attributed to Titian, titled "The Presentation in the Temple," held in the Yale University Art Gallery.

The article highlights the following points:

  1. Discovery and Identification:

    • A painting attributed to Titian, "The Presentation in the Temple," was found in the Yale Collection.
    • The painting was initially thought to be a work by Giorgione and later by Cariani, due to extensive repainting over the centuries.
  2. Cleaning Process:

    • The panel, cleaned by experts, has revealed its original beauty. The cleaning process involved removing centuries of overpainting.
    • The cleaning has exposed the original colors and details, which were previously obscured.
  3. Authenticity and Expert Opinions:

    • Experts from the New York Times and Yale University have declared the painting to be a genuine work by Titian.
    • The cleaning process was detailed, showing how layers of overpainting were stripped away, and it was noted that the painting is now considered a masterpiece.
  4. Background and History:

    • The painting was part of a series of canvases initially held by the Berenson Collection.
    • It was acquired by Yale in 1871 and has been in the Yale Gallery of Fine Arts for over a century.
  5. Exhibition and Events:

    • The article also mentions upcoming events at the Fogg Art Museum, including lectures by Professor Gustav Pauli on German painting history, starting October 17, 1928.

Additionally, the page includes other smaller articles and advertisements, some of which are related to art exhibitions and lectures at the Fogg Art Museum and Yale University. The advertisement for an exhibition of water colors by various artists is also noted.

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The image is a page from the New York Times dated October 15, 1928. The main article on this page is titled "Supposed Titian Found in Yale Collection." The article discusses the identification of a painting in Yale's collection as possibly being a work by the renowned artist Titian.

Here are some key points from the article:

  1. Painting Identification:

    • A panel in the Yale Collection, initially thought to be a repainting by Giorgione, has been cleaned and is now believed to be a work by Titian.
    • The painting is titled "The Presentation in the Temple" and is one of the few works attributed to Titian in the United States.
  2. Expert Opinions:

    • Bernard Berenson, an authority on Italian painting, was consulted.
    • The Yale Art Department issued a formal statement regarding the authenticity of the painting.
    • The cleaning process revealed a masterpiece, with the original painting being attributed to Titian.
  3. Historical Context:

    • The painting was heavily overpainted in the 19th century, obscuring the original work.
    • The cleaning process revealed that the painting is indeed from the period attributed to Titian, which is around 1505 to 1516.
  4. Additional Information:

    • The Yale Gallery of Fine Arts has more than a hundred canvases that have been cleaned, revealing previously hidden works.
    • The Yale University Press published an article in 1927 that discussed the attribution of the painting to Giovanni Carletti, but this was later revised.

The page also includes a smaller article titled "Fogg Art Museum," detailing a course on the history of German Culture and Art at Harvard University by Doctor Gustav Pauli. This course is held at the Fogg Art Museum and includes lectures on various art periods and artists, such as the Early Romantic Painters, the Nazarenes, and the Naturalists.

Additionally, there is a mention of an exhibition of water colors at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring works by Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, Charles Hopkinson, and Dodge MacKnight.

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The image is a page from the New York Times, dated October 15, 1928. It contains two main articles:

  1. Main Article: "PAINTING ATYALE ASCRIBED TO TITIAN"

    • Headline: The article is titled "Painting at Yale Ascribed to Titian."
    • Subheading: "Panel, Cleaned of Repaint, Is Held by Experts to Be 'Presentation in the Temple.'"
    • Content: The article discusses a painting from the Yale University Art Gallery, originally thought to be by Giorgio Vasari, but recently attributed to Titian. The painting, titled "Presentation in the Temple," was cleaned and revealed to be a masterpiece by Titian. The Yale Art Department and experts, including Charles Durham of Boston, confirmed the attribution. The painting is part of the Jarves Collection, which was acquired in 1871. The article mentions that the painting has been through various restorations and cleanings over the years, with the most recent revealing its true quality.
  2. Side Article: "FOGG ART MUSEUM Oct. 13, '28"

    • Headline: This article is titled "Fogg Art Museum Oct. 13, '28."
    • Content: It announces a series of lectures on the history of German culture and art by Dr. Gustav Pauli, the director of the Kunsthalle, Hamburg. These lectures, which started in the first half of 1928, will cover modern painting in Germany from 1800 to 1928. The dates and topics of the lectures are listed:
      • October 17: The Early Romantic Painters
      • October 24: The Nazarene School
      • October 31: The Düsseldorf School
      • November 7: The Naturalists
      • November 14: German Painters in Rome
      • November 21: The Leipzig School and its Followers
      • November 28: The Impressionists
      • December 5: The Expressionists
    • Exhibition: The article also mentions an exhibition of watercolors by Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, Charles Hopkinson, and Dodge MacKnight at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page is well-organized, with the main article taking up most of the space and the side article appearing on the right side. The layout includes an illustration of the painting in question, which is a depiction of "The Presentation in the Temple."

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The image is a page from the New York Times newspaper dated October 15, 1928. The main headline and article detail the discovery of a painting in the Yale University collection, which experts believe to be a work by the renowned artist Titian.

Key Points of the Article:

Headline:
"Supposed Titian Found in Yale Collection"

Subheadings and Content:

  1. Painting Ascribed to Yale:

    • A panel, initially thought to be a work by Giovanni Cariani, has been cleaned and declared by experts to be a painting by Titian titled "The Presentation in the Temple."
    • The piece had been in the Jarves Collection at Yale University for many years.
  2. One of Jarves' Collection:

    • Even in its "retouched" state, the painting was identified by art experts as a possible work by Titian.
    • The panel was cleaned by Mr. Rutherford Boyd, revealing its true quality and confirming suspicions about its origin.
  3. Expert Opinions:

    • Bernard Berenson of Florence and Frank Jewett Mather Jr. of Princeton University were among the experts consulted.
    • The painting was analyzed and confirmed as a Titian after thorough cleaning and examination.

Context and Background:

  • The painting was part of the Jarves Collection, which includes many works variously attributed over the years.
  • The cleaning process revealed masterful qualities consistent with Titian's style, leading to the conclusion that it was indeed painted by him.

Additional Items on the Page:

  • Gazette:
    • Announcements about events at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
      • A lecture by Doctor Gustaf Pauli on the history of German art.
      • An exhibition of watercolors featuring works by artists such as Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, Charles Hopkinson, and Dodge MacKnight.

Images:

  • There are two images within the article:
    1. The painting "The Presentation in the Temple" before cleaning.
    2. A photograph showing the cleaning process, with a restorer working on the painting.

Overall, the article celebrates the discovery and authentication of a significant artwork by Titian, highlighting the importance of art conservation and expert analysis.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York Times dated October 15, 1928. The main headline reads "Supposed Titian Found in Yale Collection." The article discusses a painting at Yale University that has been attributed to the renowned Italian artist Titian. The painting, which was cleaned of repaint, is now believed to be "The Presentation in the Temple."

Key points from the article include:

  1. Discovery and Attribution: The painting was found among the Jarves Collection at Yale. It was previously attributed to the Venetian painter Sebastiano del Piombo but is now believed to be a work by Titian.

  2. Expert Opinions: Experts, including Bernard Berenson of Florence, have examined the painting and confirmed its attribution to Titian. The painting has been cleaned, revealing its true quality and colors.

  3. Historical Context: The painting was part of the Jarves Collection, which was acquired by Yale in 1871. It was initially thought to be a copy of a Titian work but was later identified as an original.

  4. Cleaning and Restoration: The painting had been covered with layers of repaint, which obscured its true colors and details. The cleaning process revealed the original work, which experts now attribute to Titian.

  5. Significance: The discovery is significant because it adds to the known works of Titian, a master of the Italian Renaissance. The painting is described as a masterpiece and is noted for its beautiful colors and composition.

Additionally, the image includes a smaller article titled "Fogg Art Museum," which announces a series of lectures on the history of German culture and art to be held at Harvard University. The lectures will be given by Dr. Gustav Pauli, Director of the Kunsthalle in Hamburg, and will cover various aspects of German art from the Middle Ages to the present.

The newspaper clipping provides a glimpse into the art world of the late 1920s, highlighting the importance of art attribution, restoration, and the academic study of art history.

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping. The header of the newspaper is partially visible and reads "New York Times". The date on the right-hand side indicates "Oct. 15, 1928". The article's headline is "PAINTING AT YALE ASCRIBED TO TITIAN" and is followed by a smaller subheading which states "Panel, Cleaned of Repaint its, Held by Experts to Be 'Presumption in the Temple.'"

The main article is positioned on the left-hand side and includes several paragraphs detailing a significant event regarding an art piece in the Yale collection that has been attributed to the Italian Renaissance painter Titian. It discusses the circumstances of the attribution, mentions an individual likely associated with the art piece's discovery or research (whose name is not provided), and provides historical context related to the painting.

To the right, there is a smaller section with the title "SUPPOSED TITIAN FOUND IN YALE COLLECTION" above a reproduction of an artwork, which appears to depict several figures in what may be a biblical or historical scene. The section of text next to this image likely discusses the artwork and its significance.

Above the mentioned sections, there is another article in smaller print, partially obscured by the angle of the photograph. The visible text of the article seems to pertain to a different subject not related to the art discussion.

Below and to the right of the first article, there are two more sections: "Gazette" and "FOGG ART MUSEUM" with various details about events, exhibitions, and lectures, though the full content is not entirely visible in this image.

The clipping has yellowed with age, indicative of the paper's historical value and its preservation over time. It is mounted on a dark background, likely part of a scrapbook or collection, suggesting that the document may be part of an archive or personal collection.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from The New York Times, dated October 15, 1928. The headline prominently displayed at the top reads: "SUPPOSED TITAN FOUND IN YALE COLLECTION." This suggests the article is reporting on a significant discovery or attribution related to a work of art.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Headline and Subheading:

    • The main headline, "SUPPOSED TITAN FOUND IN YALE COLLECTION," indicates that a painting attributed to the famous Renaissance artist Titian has been identified in Yale University's collection.
    • A subheading below reads: "PAINTING AT YALE ASCRIBED TO TITIAN," reinforcing the focus on the attribution.
  2. Illustration:

    • To the right of the text, there is a black-and-white illustration of a painting. The caption beneath the illustration states: "This Panel Is Declared by Experts to Be a Painting of 'The Presentation in the Temple.'" The painting appears to depict a religious scene, likely from Christian art, showing figures in period clothing, possibly a Virgin Mary and a child, with another figure possibly a saint or angel.
  3. Article Content:

    • The article discusses the discovery and authentication of the painting, which is attributed to Titian (Tiziano Vecellio), a prominent Venetian painter of the Renaissance.
    • It mentions that the painting is part of the Jarves Collection at Yale University, which was donated by David Trumbull Jarves in 1871.
    • Experts have identified the painting as "The Presentation in the Temple," a work that was previously thought to be a 19th-century imitation or a later repaint.
    • The article notes that the painting had undergone cleaning, revealing underlayers that experts believe confirm its authenticity as a work by Titian.
  4. Additional Information:

    • The article references Bernard Berenson, a renowned art historian, who identified the painting as the work of Bernardo Cariani, a lesser-known Venetian painter. However, the article clarifies that the painting is now attributed to Titian.
    • There is a mention of David Trumbull Jarves, who wrote a new catalogue of the Yale Art Gallery in 1880, which included this painting.
    • The article also discusses the historical context, noting that the painting was part of the Jarves Collection, which was acquired by Yale University.
  5. Sidebar Information:

    • On the right side of the page, there is a sidebar titled "Fogg Art Museum," dated October 13, 1928, which provides details about an upcoming lecture series at the Fogg Art Museum. The lectures are to be given by Doctor Gustav Pauli, Director of the Kunsthalle, Hamburg, and cover topics such as German Painting and Culture from 1800 to 1929, Modern Painting in Germany, and The Expressionists.
    • Below the lecture information, there is an announcement for an Exhibition of Water Colors at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring artists such as Edward Hopper, John Singer Sargent, Charles Hopkinson, and Dodge MacKnick.

Overall Context:

The image captures a historical moment in art history, where a significant attribution—linking a painting to the master artist Titian—was made public. The article highlights the importance of conservation and expert analysis in uncovering the true authorship of artworks, and it situates this discovery within the broader context of art scholarship and museum activities of the time. The inclusion of the Fogg Art Museum sidebar suggests that this was a period of active engagement with art history and education.

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A page from a newspaper is shown, featuring a black-and-white photograph of a painting. The painting depicts a group of people, including a man with a beard and a woman wearing a bonnet. The newspaper article discusses the painting's attribution to the Italian Renaissance artist Titian. The article also mentions that the painting was discovered in the Yale University Art Gallery and that it had been cleaned and restored. The article includes quotes from experts who have examined the painting and provided their opinions on its authenticity.

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The image is a photograph of an open page from a newspaper, specifically the New York Times, dated October 15, 1928. The page is part of a scrapbook, as indicated by the black binding visible on the left and right sides of the image. The newspaper page is divided into several sections with different articles and headlines.

In the upper left section, there is a headline that reads "PAINTING AT YALE ASCRIBED TO TITIAN," accompanied by a subheading that mentions a panel, cleaned of repairs, is held by experts to be a "Presentation in the Temple." This article discusses the attribution of a painting in the Yale Collection to the renowned artist Titian. The text describes the painting's history, its restoration, and the debate among experts regarding its authenticity.

Beneath this article, there is a photograph of the painting in question. The image shows a group of people, including a man and a woman, in a setting that appears to be a religious scene, possibly the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, a common subject in Renaissance art.

To the right of the main article, there is another section titled "SUPPOSED TITAN FOUND IN YALE COLLECTION." This section contains additional text discussing the painting and its attribution, as well as a smaller photograph of the painting.

Below these articles, there is a section titled "Gazette," which includes announcements and events. One of the announcements is about an exhibition of water colors being held at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring artists such as Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, Charles Hopkinson, and Dodge MacKnight.

The lower part of the page contains more text and advertisements, but they are partially obscured by the binding of the scrapbook. The overall layout of the page is typical of a newspaper from the late 1920s, with multiple columns of text, headlines, and photographs.

The scrapbook format suggests that this page was preserved for its historical or personal significance, possibly by someone interested in art history or the specific painting discussed in the article. The presence of the Yale Collection and the Fogg Art Museum in the text indicates a focus on art and cultural heritage.