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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, seemingly from the "Boston Post," dated January 13, 1929, and the "Cambridge Tribune" dated January 14, 1929. The page contains several articles and notices related to art exhibitions and competitions in Boston.

  1. "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston" - This section lists various art exhibitions happening in Boston, including:

    • A remarkable collection of rare books and book illustrations from the 15th to the 19th century.
    • Paintings and drawings by Frank W. Benson.
    • Etchings and drawings by Livia Kadar.
    • Watercolors of Egypt and Algeria by Putnam Browne.
    • Paintings of Paris by Etienne Marceau.
    • An exhibition by the Boston Society of Sculptors.
  2. "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition" - This article announces a competition for college fine arts students organized by the College Art Association of America, offering two prizes, one of $1250 and one of $500. The competition will be held in the spring.

The layout of the page is typical of newspaper articles from the early 20th century, with headings in bold, and text organized in columns. The articles provide details about art exhibitions, competitions, and other cultural events happening in Boston during that week.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings, specifically related to art exhibitions and fine arts education in Boston during the late 1920s. The pages contain several newspaper articles from the "Boston Post" and the "Cambridge Tribune."

Boston Post Articles (January 13, 1929):

  1. Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts:

    • Discusses the growing interest in fine arts among students at Radcliffe College, with statistics on the increase in students majoring in fine arts.
    • Mentions Dean Bernice V. Brown and her observations on the trend.
    • Highlights the quality of Radcliffe students in the fine arts, evidenced by their success in national competitions and fellowships.
  2. Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston:

    • Provides a detailed list of art exhibitions in Boston, including the Society of Arts and Crafts, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Fenway Court, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and various galleries.
    • Mentions specific artists, such as Frank W. Benson, Livia Kadar, and others, and their exhibits.
    • Includes information about the hours of operation and admission fees for these exhibitions.

Cambridge Tribune Article (January 14, 1929):

  1. Miss Laura H. Dudley:

    • Discusses Miss Dudley, who is in charge of prints at the Fogg Museum, and her upcoming speech on "The Charm of Prints" at the University Club.
  2. Professor Paul J. Sachs:

    • Mentions Professor Sachs, who began a course of lectures at the Lowell Institute on "The History of Prints and Drawings as Illustrated in American Collections."

Additional Clippings:

  1. Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition:
    • Announces that the College Art Association of America is offering two prizes, $1250 and $500, to college fine arts students.
    • Mentions the competition will be held in the spring and local collegians can obtain information from Professor Arthur Pope of Harvard.

The clippings are neatly arranged and appear to be preserved in a scrapbook, indicating a focused interest in the art scene and educational developments in Boston during this period.

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This image shows an open, antique scrapbook or newspaper clipping album, with aged, yellowed pages. A single large, rectangular newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated January 13, 1929, is prominently displayed across the center of the two visible pages. This clipping features a detailed article titled:

“Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston”

This article serves as a comprehensive guide to current and upcoming art shows and events in the Boston area for that week. It lists several exhibitions with their locations, dates, and times, including:

  • Museum of Fine Arts, Boston: Featuring rare books, prints, and sculptures in the Fogg Museum gallery.
  • Fenway Court (Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum): Open Tuesday-Saturday and Sunday.
  • Fogg Art Museum (Harvard): Open Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday, featuring watercolors and etchings.
  • Guild of Boston Artists: Exhibition of sculptures and drawings by Boston painters.
  • Casson Galleries and Copley Gallery: Featuring portraits and paintings by various artists like Louis Kronberg, William Carrigan, and others.
  • Robert C. Vose Galleries: Showing old masters and early English portraiture.
  • Society of Arts and Crafts: Showing etchings and lithographs by Hoyland B. Bettis and paintings by Frank W. Benson.
  • Goodspeed’s Print Galleries: Featuring etchings by Livia Kadar.
  • Grace Horne’s Galleries: Showcasing watercolors by Etilene Marcuse.
  • Lowell Institute: Offering a lecture series by Professor Paul J. Sachs on “The History of Prints and Drawings as Illustrated in American Collections.”

In addition to the main article, several smaller, separate clippings from the Boston Post and the Cambridge Tribune are affixed to the page:

  • Boston Post, Jan. 13, ’29 — “Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts”: This article discusses the growing number and influence of women graduating from Radcliffe College with degrees in Fine Arts, highlighting their increasing participation in exhibitions and museum work. It profiles students like Catherine Wilson Pierce and mentions the contributions of art historians like Kenneth Conant and Alan Priest.
  • Boston Post, Jan. 10, ’29 — “Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition”: This brief piece announces a competition sponsored by the College Art Association and the Carnegie Foundation, offering cash prizes to college art students for a competition to be held in the spring.
  • Cambridge Tribune, January 14, ’29: This clipping contains a short announcement that Miss Laura H. Dudley will speak on “The Charm of Prints” at the University Club, and that Professor Paul J. Sachs will lecture at the Lowell Institute.

The overall presentation suggests a curated collection of press clippings documenting Boston’s vibrant 1929 art scene, with a particular focus on the activities of Radcliffe College and Harvard’s art institutions. The physical state of the scrapbook—with its worn cover and yellowed pages—adds a historical and personal dimension to the preserved news articles.

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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.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper, specifically from the Boston Post, dated January 13, 1929. The page is open to an article titled "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston", which provides a detailed overview of various art exhibitions taking place in the city during that time. The article is structured into several sections, each highlighting different exhibitions and events.

Key Features of the Image:

  1. Headline and Title:

    • The main headline reads "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston", indicating the focus of the article.
    • The date at the top of the page is January 13, 1929, and the publication is identified as the Boston Post.
  2. Content Layout:

    • The article is divided into multiple sections, each describing a different exhibition or event.
    • The left column contains the main body of the article, while the right column includes additional information, such as a smaller headline, "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition", and a brief excerpt about an art competition.
  3. Exhibitions Mentioned:

    • Society of Arts and Crafts: The article mentions an exhibition of etchings and drawings by Frank W. Benson Jr., opening on January 12 at the St. Botolph Club.
    • Water Colors by Egypt and Algeria: An exhibition of watercolors by Pulham Brown and others, shown at Grace Horne's Galleries.
    • Cambridge Tribune: A mention of Miss Laura H. Dudley, who is in charge of prints at the Fogg Museum, and a lecture by Professor Paul J. Sachs of Harvard University on "The History of Prints and Drawings," illustrated in American Collections.
    • Fogg Museum: The article notes that the Fogg Art Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free admission on Sundays.
    • Harvard Art Museum: Drawings by old and modern artists are on exhibition, including works by Raphael, El Greco, and others.
    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: A collection of rare books, manuscripts, and illustrations from the 12th to the 20th century is on display.
    • Lawrence Tunnel Studios: An exhibition of paintings by various artists, including Lawrence, Woodward, and others.
    • Gardner Museum: An open house is scheduled for January 14, with free admission on Sundays.
    • Copley Gallery: Portraits and paintings by William Paxton are on display.
    • Robert C. Vose Galleries: An exhibition of old masters and continental painting is open until January 20.
  4. Additional Information:

    • The right column includes a smaller headline, "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition", which describes a competition organized by the Carnegie Foundation at Harvard, offering two prizes for the best works of art submitted by students.
    • The article also mentions Radcliffe College, noting that Radcliffe students are participating in the Fine Arts Association and that the college has a strong interest in art education.
  5. Typography and Design:

    • The text is printed in a classic newspaper font, with clear headings and subheadings.
    • The layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers, with dense columns of text and minimal visual embellishments.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a snapshot of the Boston art scene in 1929, showcasing a vibrant cultural environment with numerous exhibitions, lectures, and competitions. The article serves as a historical record of the artistic activities and institutions active in the city during that era. The detailed descriptions and dates provide insight into the accessibility and variety of art experiences available to the public at the time.

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The image presents a scanned page from an old newspaper, specifically the "Boston Post" dated January 13, 1929. The page is yellowed and worn, indicating its age.

  • Title and Date
    • The title "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston" is prominently displayed at the top of the page.
    • The date "Jan. 13, 1929" is written in the upper-left corner.
  • Content
    • The page features several articles about art exhibitions in Boston, including information on upcoming events and reviews of current shows.
    • One article mentions a competition for college fine arts students, with two prizes available.
  • Layout
    • The page has a classic newspaper layout, with columns of text and headlines.
    • The text is written in black ink, with some words or phrases underlined or highlighted.
  • Overall
    • The image provides a glimpse into the art scene in Boston during the late 1920s.
    • It highlights the importance of art exhibitions and competitions during this time period.

In summary, the image shows a page from an old newspaper that provides information about art exhibitions in Boston in 1929. The page features several articles about upcoming events and reviews of current shows, as well as a competition for college fine arts students. The layout is classic, with columns of text and headlines, and the text is written in black ink. Overall, the image provides a fascinating look at the art scene in Boston during the late 1920s.

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The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or photo album, with newspaper clippings about art exhibitions in Boston. The clippings are yellowed and appear to be from the 1920s or 1930s.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston": This clipping is from the Boston Post and features a list of upcoming art exhibitions in Boston, including a show at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  • "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts": This clipping is also from the Boston Post and discusses the involvement of Radcliffe College graduates in the fine arts.
  • "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition": This clipping is from the Cambridge Tribune and announces two prizes for a college fine arts competition.

Other Features:

  • The page has a black border around it, which may have been added later.
  • There are some handwritten notes on the page, including dates and titles of the clippings.
  • The background of the page is a light brown color, which may be due to aging or discoloration.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the art scene in Boston during the early 20th century, highlighting the importance of art education and exhibitions in the city.

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The image shows a page from an old book or scrapbook, featuring newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events in Boston.

The page is open to a section with several yellowed newspaper clippings, each with a headline and text describing various art-related events. The clippings are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping or placed side by side. The headlines include "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts," "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston," "Two Prizes for College Fine Arts Competition," and "Cambridge Tribune."

The clippings appear to be from different newspapers, including the Boston Post and Cambridge Tribune, and are dated January 1929. The page is bound in a black book with a clear plastic cover, suggesting that it may be a scrapbook or archive of newspaper clippings.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the page and its contents. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the art scene in Boston during the late 1920s, as reported by local newspapers.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated January 13, 1929, featuring an article titled "Radcliffe Graduates and the Fine Arts." The article discusses the growing interest in fine arts among Radcliffe College graduates. Adjacent to this clipping is another from the same newspaper, dated January 18, 1929, with the headline "Art Exhibitions of the Week in Boston," which lists various art exhibitions taking place in Boston.

To the right of these clippings, a small piece of paper bears handwritten text that reads "Cambridge Tribune January 14, '29." Below this, additional typed text appears to be an announcement about a lecture by Miss Laura H. Dudley on the "The Charles Society" at the University Education of Women meeting at the University Club next Saturday afternoon.

The newspaper clippings are yellowed with age and have been pasted into a black binder or scrapbook, which is open to reveal the pages. The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo for an online marketplace or archive. Overall, the image showcases a collection of vintage newspaper articles and announcements related to art and culture in Boston during the late 1920s.