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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796377

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a book or an old newspaper or journal. The page is yellowed, suggesting it is from an older publication. The page contains articles and text, with the most prominent at the top reading: "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82" and "Memorial Foundation Makes Public Fellowships for Scholars and Artists." It provides details about the Guggenheim Memorial Foundation's awards, including the number of awards, the total grant amount, and the recipients of the fellowships.

The text continues with a list of scholars and artists who received fellowships, along with information about their fields of study, institutions, and some personal details. There are also sections discussing "Renewals of Fellowships," "Artists and Sculptors," "Composers for Musical Work," "Fellowships for Creative Writing," "Fellowships for Studies in the Arts of the Theatre," and "Moderns in the Louvre."

The page also includes a date in the top right corner, "Mar. 3, '29," which might indicate the publication date of the article or the date the page was copied or saved. The text and layout suggest it is an archival document, potentially from the early 20th century, as indicated by the style of writing and references to historical figures and events.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page contains a clipping from "The New York Times" dated March 25, 1929. The headline reads "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82," and it discusses the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation awarding public fellowships for study abroad to scholars and artists. The total grants amount to $180,000, with each fellowship providing about $2,500. The article lists the recipients under various categories such as "Awards to Scholars," "Renewals of Fellowships," "Artists and Sculptors," and "Fellowships granted to composers for musical work."

The right page contains another clipping from "The New York Times" dated March 3, 1929. The headline reads "MODERNS" IN THE LOUVRE." The article discusses the presence of modern French art in the Louvre Museum, mentioning various artists and their contributions to the collection. It also touches on the debate about modern art and its place in prestigious institutions like the Louvre.

Both clippings are pasted on the pages of the book, which appears to be a scrapbook or a collection of news articles. The pages are yellowed, indicating their age.

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This image displays an open, vintage book, revealing two pages of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century, bound or glued into the book against a plain, light background.

Left Page – Daily Times, March 27, 1929

The headline reads:

GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82

This article details the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation’s announcement of grants totaling $180,000 to 82 scholars and artists for study abroad. It notes each grant averages $2,500 (~$20,000 today) and that awardees represent 20 states and 37 institutions. The page lists the recipients by category:

  • Awards to Scholars — Includes professors and instructors in fields like history, English, biology, mathematics, and philosophy from universities such as Kansas, Ohio State, and Harvard.
  • Artists and Sculptors — Lists mural painters, sculptors, and art instructors like Mordecai Moreh, John Storrs, and Gutzon Borglum.
  • Musical Fellowships — Names composers like Robert Russell Bennett and William Grant Still.
  • Creative Writing — Includes authors Harold Albery and Paul Green.
  • Renewals — For creative writing and theatre, listing names such as Maxwell Anderson and James Light.

The article emphasizes the foundation’s mission to support “scholars, painters, sculptors, composers, authors and theatrical artists,” noting that 23 individuals are being honored for the second time.

Right Page – The New York Times, March 3, 1929

This article is a cultural critique titled:

“MODERNS” IN THE LOUVRE

It discusses the recent inclusion of major 19th-century French modernist artists — including Monet, Renoir, Sisley, and Pissarro — into the Louvre Museum's collection. The author observes that while some consider this momentous, it actually represents a long-overdue concession to artists already widely recognized for decades. The piece critiques the art world’s delayed institutional acceptance, describing the Louvre’s acquisition as “not the first entry there of Impressionism,” and questions the term “modern” in the context of artists whose work is now over 50 years old.

The article also references other modernists like Manet, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Cézanne, and draws a parallel to the progressive Fogg Art Museum at Cambridge, which has maintained a superior collection of 19th and early 20th-century French art, including works by artists like Whistler, Courbet, Goya, and Ingres.

The piece concludes by noting the Louvre’s “stumbling” progress and calls for greater selectivity in future acquisitions, praising “pioneers” who risked artistic integrity for innovation.


Physical Book Details:

  • The book has a slightly worn, dark cloth binding with visible stitching.
  • The pages show aging with yellowed parchment-like paper and some fraying along the edges.
  • The clippings appear to be carefully preserved, possibly in a scrapbook or archival volume.

Summary:

This image captures a moment in cultural history: on one side, the Guggenheim Foundation’s bold support for American scholarship and the arts; on the other, the evolving institutional validation of modern art in Europe. The juxtaposition highlights how early 20th-century society was actively reshaping its values around education, creativity, and artistic canon. The book serves as a tangible archive of these pivotal transitions.

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The image is of an open book, displaying two pages of a newspaper. The book is titled "The New York Times." The pages are dated March 25, 1929, and March 26, 1929. The content of the pages includes articles about the Guggenheim Foundation awarding grants to scholars and artists, and an article titled "Moderns" in the Louvre, which discusses the exhibition of modern art at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The pages are filled with text in columns, typical of newspaper layouts. The paper has a slightly yellowed appearance, indicating age.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping that appears to be from a historical newspaper, possibly from the early 20th century. The clipping is from the New York Times, dated March 23, 1929, and it is part of a larger newspaper. The clipping is divided into two columns, with the left column titled "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82" and the right column titled "MODERNS" IN THE LOUVRE.

The left column discusses the Guggenheim Fund, which has awarded grants to 82 individuals, including scholars, artists, and composers. The Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has made public fellowships for scholars and artists, with a total grant of $180,000. Each grant equals $2,500 for study abroad and $2,000 for study in institutions represented. The fellowships are awarded to individuals who are not connected with any school or college.

The right column discusses an exhibition of modern art at the Louvre in Paris, France. The exhibition features works by artists such as Monet, Renoir, Sisley, Pissarro, Manet, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Cézanne. The article notes that the exhibition is a true modern gallery, with a focus on Impressionism and the works of the painters themselves. The article also mentions that the exhibition is a success, with many visitors and positive reviews.

Overall, the newspaper clipping provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic world of the early 20th century, with a focus on the Guggenheim Fund and the exhibition of modern art at the Louvre.

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The image shows an open book or document featuring a page from The New York Times dated March 25, 1923. The headline prominently displayed at the top reads: "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82." Below the headline, the article details the announcement of awards granted by the Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. Key points from the article include:

  1. Total Grants: The foundation awarded a total of $180,000 in grants.
  2. Fellowships: Eighty-two fellowships were awarded, each valued at $2,500.
  3. Recipients: The fellowships were distributed across 20 states and 37 institutions, supporting scholars and artists.
  4. Types of Awards: The article lists awards for scholars, artists, and sculptors, with specific names and affiliations provided for each recipient.
  5. Renewals: The article also mentions renewals of fellowships for scholars, artists, and composers, as well as renewals of musical fellowships.
  6. Additional Context: On the right side of the page, there is a continuation of the article or another article titled "MODERNS" IN THE LOUVRE, discussing modern art and its representation in the Louvre Museum.

The layout includes columns of text, typical of newspaper formatting, with clear headings and subheadings. The page also features a small header at the top indicating the publication as The New York Times and the date, March 25, 1923. The content reflects the historical context of early 20th-century philanthropy and the support of the arts and academia.

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The image shows two pages from a publication, apparently from "The New York Times," as indicated by the masthead on the right-hand page. The left page has a headline "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82," reporting on the Guggenheim Foundation making public fellowships available for scholars and artists, with total grants of $180,000. The article lists individuals by field such as science, writing, and art, among others, detailing the names and focus areas of the recipients.

The right page, dated "May 3,24" (likely May 3, 1924), features an article with the headline "MODERNS IN THE LOUVRE." This article seems to be an editorial or opinion piece discussing the integration of contemporary art, referred to as "moderns," into the renowned Louvre museum in Paris. The text suggests a debate on the merits and impacts of placing modern art in historical museums traditionally known for older, classical works.

The pages appear yellowed with age, and the typography and style are consistent with newspaper publications from the early 20th century. There are various names mentioned in both articles, many of which could be associated with historical figures, scholars, or artists of that time. There is also an empty space at the bottom right of the left page and some handwritten text at the top of the right page, which shows "N.Y.Times May 3,24" presumably indicating the publication date and source.

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This image shows two newspaper clippings pasted on an open scrapbook page. The clipping on the left is from the "New York Times" dated March 25, 1929, with the headline "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82." It details the awarding of fellowships by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, totaling $180,000 for study abroad, naming various scholars and artists who received the fellowships, as well as renewal announcements for some fellowships.

The clipping on the right is also from the "N.Y. Times," dated March 3, 1929, titled "'MODERNS' IN THE LOUVRE." It discusses the presence of 19th-century French modern painters at the Louvre, highlighting artists like Monet, Renoir, Sisley, Pissarro, Degas, Manet, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Cézanne. The article reflects on the museum's evolving acceptance of modern art and mentions a contemporary exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum showcasing French painting from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It argues for appreciating the work of new painters beyond the traditional academic standards.

The scrapbook page containing these clippings appears well-preserved, with handwritten notes above the clippings indicating their source and date.

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The image shows an open scrapbook page with old newspaper clippings pasted on a beige page.

  • Left clipping: a headline reading “GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82,” with subheads about memorial foundations and public fellowships for scholars and artists. It includes details about total grants and a list of recipients.
  • Center clipping: a dense column of text listing many names, likely the fellows or awardees.
  • Right clipping: a piece titled “MODERNS IN THE LOUVRE” (handwritten date at the top), discussing moderns in the Louvre with a narrow column of editorial text.

The clippings are yellowed with age, and the page is bound in a scrapbook with a clear binder edge.

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The image is a scanned page from a bound collection of newspaper clippings. The main focus of the page is an article from the New York Times, dated March 3, 1929, titled "GUGGENHEIM FUND GIVES AWARDS TO 82." The article discusses grants given by the Guggenheim Memorial Foundation to scholars and artists, totaling $180,000. It provides details about the fellowship recipients, their fields of study, and the purpose of the awards.

The text on the right side of the page appears to be a separate article titled "MODERNS IN THE LOUVRE," discussing the inclusion of modern artists in France's Louvre Museum. The commentary reflects on the changing art landscape and praises modern artists while acknowledging the tradition of Old Masters.

The page is formatted with typed text in narrow newspaper columns. A handwritten note at the top marks the publication as the New York Times and reiterates the date, "March 3, '29." The clipping is mounted in an album or scrapbook, with a visible binding at the right edge. The layout includes some empty space on the right-hand side, where a portion of the page is blank.