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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796282

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Boston Post," dated January 13, 1929. The page includes several articles and sections. The main headline at the top reads "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston," which seems to be a regular column detailing current art exhibitions in the city. The article mentions various exhibitions, including one at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and the Copley Gallery.

Another article titled "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts" discusses the achievements of Radcliffe College graduates in the fine arts. It mentions that many graduates are excelling in various artistic fields and that there is an increasing interest in the fine arts among students.

There is also a small article titled "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition," which announces that the College Art Association of America will award two prizes for the best paintings and drawings by college students. The competition is open to students from several New England colleges, including Harvard, M.I.T., Wellesley, and Smith.

The page is slightly worn and has some markings, indicating it has been handled or referenced previously. The overall layout and content reflect the cultural and educational focus of the newspaper at that time.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the Boston Post dated January 13, 1929. The page contains several articles related to the fine arts and art exhibitions in Boston.

  1. Top Left Article: "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts"

    • Discusses the increasing interest among Radcliffe College students in fine arts. It highlights that fine arts stands fourth in the choices of undergraduates, behind languages, social sciences, and sciences. The article mentions a student, Kathleen Brown, who is working on a thesis about the Fine Arts Museum of Boston.
  2. Top Right Article: "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston"

    • Lists several exhibitions happening in Boston during the week of January 13, 1929:
      • Society of Arts and Crafts Exhibitions: Features etchings, watercolors, and paintings by various artists, including Frank W. Benson and others, from January 13 to January 30.
      • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Features 19th-century examples, open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Monday.
      • Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University: Exhibits drawings by artists like Lawrence Tubbs and others, open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Cambridge Art Club: Water colors by artists such as Putnam Browne and others, open until January 31.
      • Other exhibitions: Includes a variety of artworks by different artists at the Guild of Boston Artists and other places, with varying open hours.
  3. Bottom Left Article: "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition"

    • Announces that the College Art Association of America is offering two prizes for a college fine arts competition. The prizes are valued at $250 and $100, respectively, and are open to students from various institutions. The competition is based on written questions related to art.

The newspaper page captures the cultural and academic interests in fine arts within Boston and Cambridge in early 1929.

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The image shows a page from the Boston Post newspaper dated January 13, 1929. The page is divided into two main sections:

  1. Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts:

    • The left column discusses the Fine Arts at Radcliffe College, highlighting that Fine Arts is the fourth most popular major among students and the third most popular among undergraduates.
    • It mentions that there has been a significant increase in the number of students studying Fine Arts over the past five years.
    • The article notes that 37 out of 127 students graduating from Radcliffe in Fine Arts have chosen to pursue a career in art, illustrating a growing trend.
    • The article also mentions specific students and their artistic achievements, such as Katherine E. Brown, who won first prize in a national illustration contest.
  2. Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston:

    • The right column lists various art exhibitions happening in Boston.
    • It mentions an exhibition at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts featuring illustrations from the 15th to the 19th century, open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. except Mondays.
    • There is a mention of Lawrence Townsend's exhibition at the American Academy of Rome, showcasing sculptures and drawings.
    • The Fenway Court exhibition at Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, open with a fee, showcases various artworks.
    • The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University is open daily for drawings and sculptures by Boston artists.
    • The article also lists exhibitions at the Cambridge Art Club, Society of Arts and Crafts, the Guild of Boston Artists, and others.
    • There is a specific mention of an exhibition of portraits and paintings by William McGregor Paxton at the Copley Gallery.
    • An exhibition of paintings by old masters and contemporary artists is also highlighted.
  3. Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition:

    • The bottom part of the page mentions a competition organized by the College Art Association of America, in collaboration with the Carnegie Foundation at Harvard.
    • The competition offers two prizes of $125 each for college students, with the judging to be done by prominent art professors and critics.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the vibrant art scene in Boston in early 1929, highlighting both educational trends and cultural events.

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The image shows a page from the Boston Post, dated January 13, 1929. The page contains several articles related to art and education:

  1. Headline: "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts"

    • This article discusses the increasing interest among Radcliffe graduates in the fine arts, particularly illustration. It mentions that a significant number of students are now pursuing careers in illustration, which is a relatively new field.
    • The article highlights Catherine Brown, a Radcliffe graduate, who is working on a thesis about fine arts in the past five years and the sum of these students' work.
    • It also notes the increase in students studying art at Radcliffe, with a focus on illustration and commercial art, and the influence of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.
  2. Headline: "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston"

    • This section lists various art exhibitions happening around Boston that week.
    • Exhibitions include:
      • Rare books and illustrations at the Boston Public Library.
      • Paintings by Frank W. Benson at the St. Botolph Club.
      • Etchings and drawings by Hungarian artist Bela Cziksam at Goodspeed's Print Gallery.
      • Watercolors by Putnam Browne and paintings by others at Grace Horne's Gallery.
      • Portraits and landscapes by various artists at the Copley Society of Art.
      • Paintings by old masters and their pupils at the Guild of Boston Artists.
      • A collection of etchings and watercolors by several artists at the Boston Art Club.
      • Child portraits by various artists at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Paintings by old masters and their pupils at the Copley Society of Art.
      • Portraits and paintings by William McGregor Paxton at the Robert C. Vose Galleries.
  3. Headline: "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition"

    • This article discusses the College Art Association of America awarding two prizes for fine arts competitions at Harvard. The prizes are offered by the Carnegie Foundation and are for students studying art. The competition is based on questions dealing with art.
  4. Cambridge Column:

    • This section includes a brief note about an upcoming lecture by Professor Paul J. Sachs at Harvard University on January 14, 1929, regarding the history of illustrations in American collections.

The layout and style of the newspaper indicate it is from the early 20th century, with detailed descriptions of ongoing art events and educational developments in the Boston area.

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The image shows a newspaper page from the Boston Post, dated January 13, 1929. The page contains several articles and announcements related to art and academia.

  1. Headline Article: "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts"

    • The article discusses the involvement of Radcliffe College graduates in the field of fine arts. It highlights that a significant number of women from Radcliffe have chosen careers in fine arts, often working in museums or as illustrators.
    • Specific alumnae mentioned include:
      • Louise M. Brown, who works at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.
      • Margaret W. Kincaid, who studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and is a portrait artist.
      • Edna P. Pierce, who is noted for her work in interior decoration.
      • Helen R. Renis, who works in fashion illustration.
    • The article also notes that some graduates pursue further studies in Europe and return to contribute to the art field in various capacities.
  2. Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston

    • This section lists several art exhibitions happening in Boston during that week:
      • At the Society of Arts and Crafts, etchings by Hoyt are on exhibition until January 16.
      • Paintings by Frank W. Benson at the Guild of Boston Artists.
      • Etchings and Drawings in Black and White at the Harvard Society of Etchers.
      • Watercolors by Egypt Brown and paintings by Grace Horne at the Grace Horne Galleries.
      • Exhibition of Paintings by Miss Laura H. Dudley at Radcliffe College, specifically in the Farnsworth Hall.
      • Paintings by William James at the Copley Gallery.
      • Exhibition of Modern Textiles at the Boston Society of Arts and Crafts.
  3. Announcement: "Two Prizes for College Arts Competition"

    • The Carnegie Corporation is offering two prizes, totaling $150, for the best essays on any subject in the field of fine arts.
    • The competition is open to students from various institutions, including Harvard, Radcliffe, and other specified colleges.
    • The essays, not exceeding 5,000 words, must be submitted by April 15, 1929, and will be judged based on written examination.

The page overall highlights the significant contributions of women in the arts, particularly Radcliffe graduates, and provides information on current and upcoming art exhibitions in Boston.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a bound collection of newspaper clippings. The page features several articles from the "Boston Post" dated January 13, 1929. The main headline is "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston." The articles cover various art-related events and exhibitions happening in Boston during that week.

Here are the details of the articles:

  1. Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston:

    • A collection of rare books is on display at the Boston Public Library.
    • The Society of Arts and Crafts is showcasing lithographs and engravings by Thorold Dickinson.
    • Paintings by Louis Kronberg are exhibited at the Guild of Boston Artists.
    • Etchings and drawings by Hungarian artist Bela De Tire Fort are on display at Goodspeed's Print Gallery.
    • Lawrence Sturges Slavin is exhibiting at the United Book and Art Company.
    • The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard has an exhibition of paintings by artists like El Greco, Rembrandt, and others.
    • The Copley Society is showcasing paintings by various artists.
    • The Boston Art Club is exhibiting works by William McGregor Paxton.
    • The Grace Horne Galleries are displaying paintings by William James.
    • The Carnegie Foundation has announced a fine arts competition with prizes of $1500 and $500.
  2. Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts:

    • The article discusses the growing interest in fine arts among Radcliffe graduates and students.
    • It mentions various Radcliffe alumnae involved in the arts, including painters, sculptors, and art historians.
    • The article highlights the increasing number of Radcliffe students pursuing careers in the fine arts.
  3. Cambridge:

    • Miss Laura H. Doley, an alumna of Radcliffe College, will speak at a meeting of the Massachusetts Society for Child Health.
    • Professor Paul J. Sachs of the Fogg Art Museum will give a lecture on the Lowell Institute course.

The page is neatly organized with the articles pasted onto the page, and the text is clearly legible. The articles provide a snapshot of the cultural and artistic scene in Boston during the late 1920s.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with three newspaper clippings pasted on the right page. The clippings appear to be from the Boston Post and Cambridge Tribune, all dated January 1929. The clippings cover topics related to art and fine arts education and exhibitions in Boston:

  1. The left clipping, titled "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts," discusses the interest and achievements of Radcliffe College students in fine arts, mentioning various students and professors.

  2. The center clipping, titled "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston," lists several ongoing and upcoming art exhibitions and events in Boston, including specific locations such as the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

  3. The bottom clipping, titled "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition," announces a competition offering two prizes for college fine arts students, sponsored by the College Art Association of America and backed by the Carnegie Foundation.

A small clipping on the right, from the Cambridge Tribune, mentions a talk by Miss Laura H. Dudley about "The Charm of Prints" and a lecture series by Professor Paul J. Sachs on the history of prints and drawings. The overall theme of the page is centered on fine arts education and cultural events in Boston in January 1929.

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This image shows an open book or journal displaying a newspaper page. The page is dated January 10, 1920, and is from "The Boston Post." The section of the page visible here is focused on arts-related news.

The main headline is "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston," which appears to detail various art exhibitions and events held in the city during that time period. The article talks about exhibitions in different venues such as "the Society of Arts and Crafts," "Paintings at Pratt," and "Cambridge Tribune," mentioning various artists and their work.

On the left side of the open book is an article titled "Radcliffe Graduates, Art and the Fine Arts," which discusses the contributions of Radcliffe College attendees to the arts. This section appears to cover topics related to art education and exhibitions by Radcliffe graduates.

In addition, there is a smaller headline in the lower right section titled "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition," offering information about an art competition organized by The College Art Association of America.

The newspaper page is yellowed with age, and the text is printed in the column layout typical for newspapers of that era. There is a slight shadow on the left edge of the image, likely from the curvature of the open book or the lighting when the photo was taken. The page is contained within a book or binder, which has visible wear and tear consistent with the materials from that time period.

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The image shows an open book with newspaper clippings pasted inside. The clippings are from the Boston Post and Cambridge Tribune, dated January 13 and 14, 1929. The clippings contain articles about art exhibitions in Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts. Some of the articles mention the Fine Arts College at Radcliffe, Harvard University, and the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are pasted inside the book in a way that they are visible when the book is open.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping featuring several articles. The clipping is mounted on a piece of paper and is slightly curled at the edges. The articles are from different newspapers, including the Boston Post and the Cambridge Tribune, and are dated January 13, 1929, and January 14, 1929. The articles cover various topics related to art exhibitions, fine arts competitions, and the increasing interest in fine arts among students. The text is printed in black ink on a light-colored background, and the clipping is framed by a black border. The image has a vintage appearance, suggesting that it may have been preserved for historical purposes.