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The image is a scanned page from a vintage book or publication. The page appears to be yellowed from age and shows signs of wear, with some creases and discoloration. At the top of the page, there is a header with text that includes the date "Dec. 19, '28" and mentions a discussion on scrolls, documents, and paintings. Below the header, there is a large central image labeled "Ananias," depicting a black-and-white illustration of a woman and a child standing outdoors near a railing. The text beneath the image provides a critique of the painting, referencing a comment by critic Walter Pach about it being "false art," and mentions that the painting is now displayed in the Worcester Museum. Below the main illustration, there is additional text discussing the author's experiences and travels, mentioning missions in China, Turkestan, and Mongolia. The page number "Dec. 22, 1928" is also visible, indicating a date related to the content. The bottom of the page includes a note that says "(over)," suggesting this is the conclusion of an article or section.
This image is a vintage newspaper clipping dated December 22, 1928, discussing a painting titled "The Countess of Warwick and Her Son" by John Singer Sargent. The clipping is titled "Ananias" and includes a black-and-white illustration of the painting. The article mentions that the painting was condemned by Mr. Walter Pach, a critic, as "false art." According to the article, Sargent, referring to the painting with frustration, stated, "I simply have got to finish that damn thing—the boy keeps getting older and the woman keeps getting younger." The large canvas is noted to hang in the Worcester Museum.
The clipping also mentions other topics, such as Professor Sachs giving a lecture and Pelliot discussing scrolls, documents, and paintings from Japanese and Russian missions in Chinese Turkestan and Mongolia. The bottom part of the clipping has a handwritten note that reads "Transcript" and "Ananias Now Turns Artist." The overall appearance of the page suggests it is from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings.
This image shows an open page from a vintage scrapbook or clipping album, dated December 1928. The page contains several newspaper clippings related to art criticism, centered around a controversial painting and its critic.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of what’s visible:
Main Clipping – "Ananias"
At the top, a large headline reads:
Ananias
Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach
Below this is a black-and-white newspaper reproduction of the painting “The Countess of Warwick and Her Son” by John Singer Sargent.
Caption and Text Below the Image
The caption explains:
“‘The Countess of Warwick and Her Son,’ by John Singer Sargent, rated by Mr. Walter Pach, the critic, as ‘false art.’ Concerning it, he quotes Sargent as saying in disgust, ‘I simply have got to finish that damn thing — the boy keeps getting older and the woman keeps getting younger.’ The large canvas now hangs in the Worcester Museum.”
This anecdote is attributed to Sargent himself and is used to illustrate criticism from Walter Pach, an art critic known for his modernist views.
Additional Headlines and Notes
At the very top of the page, another headline (partially obscured) reads:
“PROFESSOR SACHS TO GIVE Pelliot Discusses Scrolls, Documents, and Paintings”
Below the main clipping, a smaller headline reads:
“Ananias Now Turns Artist”
This is likely a follow-up article or satirical piece — “Ananias” is a biblical figure known for lying (Acts 5:1–11), and using the name here suggests the critic is being accused of falsehood or hypocrisy.
In the lower-left corner, there’s a small clipping discussing “Japanese and Russian missions in Chinese Turkestan and in Mongolia,” referencing the Kozlov expeditions and the discovery of documents from the late Middle Ages.
The date Dec. 22, 1928 is handwritten below the main clipping, and the word “Transcript” is also scribbled nearby, possibly indicating the source newspaper.
The word “(over)” is printed at the bottom right, indicating the article continues on the next page.
Physical Description of the Page
Historical Context
This scrapbook page captures a moment in early 20th-century art discourse when traditional masters like Sargent were increasingly criticized by modernist critics like Walter Pach. The use of “Ananias” as a headline suggests the clipping’s compiler (likely the scrapbook’s owner) sided with Sargent and viewed Pach’s criticism as dishonest or misguided.
In Summary:
This is a historical document from December 1928 — a scrapbook page preserving newspaper clippings surrounding a controversial art review. It centers on Walter Pach’s scathing critique of John Singer Sargent’s portrait as “false art,” accompanied by a famous (possibly apocryphal) quote from Sargent himself. The compiler of the scrapbook seems to have mocked the critic by labeling him “Ananias,” implying deceit — and even included a follow-up piece hinting the critic was now painting himself.
It’s a rich artifact of early 20th-century art criticism and cultural debate.
An open book has a black and white image of a woman and a child standing in front of a stone structure. The book has a title "Ananias" with a subtitle "Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach" and has a date of December 19, 1928. The book is placed on a gray surface, probably a table. The book has a black cover with a white border. The book's pages are slightly curled.
The image shows an open book with a black border, possibly a scrapbook, containing a collection of newspaper clippings and other documents. The clippings are pasted onto the pages, and the book is open to a page that displays a photograph of a woman and a child, along with a caption and a quote. The photograph is titled "The Countess of Warwick and Her Son," and the caption reads "Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach." The quote is from Mr. Walter Pach, who describes the photograph as "false art." The page also includes a transcript of a conversation between Mr. Pach and the Countess of Warwick, in which he criticizes her for allowing her son to be photographed in such a manner. The book appears to be a collection of documents related to the controversy surrounding the photograph and Mr. Pach's criticism of it.
The image shows an open book or scrapbook page featuring a newspaper clipping and a photograph. Here's a detailed description:
The page appears to be part of a scrapbook or archive, compiling newspaper clippings, critiques, and possibly transcripts. The focus is on art criticism, specifically addressing a painting by John Singer Sargent and its reception by critics like Walter Pach. The inclusion of a date and the term "transcript" suggests this is part of a curated collection, possibly for historical or academic purposes. The layout and content indicate a mix of visual art, textual critique, and contextual information.
The image shows a page from a newspaper or scrapbook with a vintage appearance, indicating that it might be from an earlier part of the 20th century based on the style of the page and the typography used. The page is titled "Ananias" with the subtitle "Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach." Beneath the title, there is a faded print or picture of two people standing next to each other, one slightly behind the other. The person in the forefront seems to be wearing a dress and a hat, typical of a bygone era, likely the late 19th or early 20th century. There is a brief caption under the image identifying it as "The Countess of Warwick and Her Son," by John Singer Sargent. The text describes a criticism about "fake art" by an individual named Walter Pach. This is part of a larger article or commentary, but the rest is obscured or not fully visible.
The newspaper clipping is pasted onto pages that show yellowing and signs of age. The edges are frayed, and there are multiple pages behind the one visible, suggesting that this is part of a compiled collection, scrapbook, or archive. The physical condition of the paper, the fold marks, and the coloration all imply that this is a historical document preserved over several decades.
The image shows a scrapbook or a book page with newspaper clippings pasted on it. The primary headline reads "Ananias" in large, bold letters, followed by a subheading: "Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach". Below the headline is an old black-and-white photograph of a painting titled "The Countess of Warwick and Her Son," by John Singer Sargent. The photograph caption mentions that the painting was rated as "false art" by Mr. Walter Pach, who criticized Sargent.
Additional printed text surrounds the clippings, including:
The page shows signs of aging, with browned edges and some glue or tape marks on the left. The setting suggests that this is a historical or archival collection of clippings and articles around the year 1928.
This image is of a scrapbook page featuring a newspaper clipping titled "Ananias: Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach." It discusses an artwork titled "The Countess of Warwick and Her Son" by John Singer Sargent. The photograph of the artwork is visibly aged and printed in black and white. It depicts two figures, one seated and one standing.
Text along the top reads: "Professor Sachs To Give / Pelliot Discusses Scrolls, Documents, and Paintings," which seems to relate to broader cultural or academic discussions. Handwritten notes indicate dates: "Dec. 19, '28" and "Dec. 22, 1928." Additional text mentions the painting's display in the Worcester Museum.
Overall, the page appears to document commentary and critique surrounding this specific artwork and broader discussions in art criticism during that era.
The photo shows an old scrapbook page with a pasted newspaper clipping. The large headline reads “Ananias,” with a subhead “Just One of Many Condemned by Mr. Pach.” The main image is a black-and-white reproduction of a painting showing two people in period dress (faces pixelated). A caption underneath names the painting as “The Countess of Warwick and Her Son,” by John Singer Sargent, and notes it was criticized by Walter Pach. There are small notes around the clipping, including “Ananias Now Turns Artist” and dates like “Dec 23, 1927.” The page has yellowed edges and is bound in a larger binder, with other pages visible on the right.