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The image is a newspaper clipping from the April 6, 1930, edition of "The Post." It features an article titled "Famous Collection for Fogg Museum" and includes a photograph of an Elizabethan panelled room. The room contains a fireplace with a mantel displaying artworks, including a famous portrait of Garcia de Medici by Agnolo Bronzino. The text describes the bequest of the Naumberg collection of art to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, detailing the artworks and the conditions of the bequest. The collection includes paintings by old masters such as El Greco, Rubens, Hals, and Murillo. The article also mentions the plans to transport the collection from New York to Harvard, with provisions for the installation and construction of suitable rooms.

This image is a newspaper clipping discussing the bequest of the Naumberg collection of art to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clipping includes a photograph of an Elizabethan panelled room, which is part of the collection. The room features a fireplace, paintings, and other art objects. The text explains that the collection includes paintings, sculptures, tapestries, and jewelry, and that it is to be assembled in the same rooms in which it was displayed in New York, but then taken down and re-erected in Cambridge. The bequest also includes $100,000 for the expenses of building suitable foundations and installing the rooms. The collection includes works by El Greco, Rubens, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, and Murillo, among others. The text also mentions the death of Mrs. Nettie Goldsmith Naumberg on March 6, 1930, and her wishes for the collection to be kept "substantially in its present condition and setting." The clipping is dated April 1, 1930, and April 6, 1930.

This image is a vintage newspaper clipping, dated April 6, 1930, from the Post, featuring an article and a large photograph about a major art bequest to Harvard University’s Fogg Museum.

Headline and Main Article:

The headline reads: “Famous Collection for Fogg Museum”.

The article details the bequest from Mrs. Nettie Goldsmith Naumburg, who died on March 6, 1930. She left her extensive and valuable art collection — including paintings, sculptures, tapestries, jewelry, and other art objects — to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article notes that the collection was assembled in New York and was to be reassembled in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The bequest included $100,000 from Harvard University for the purpose of building suitable foundations and installing the collection. An additional $25,000 was set aside for upkeep.

Accompanying Photograph:

The large, grainy black-and-white photograph shows “A corner of an Elizabethan panelled room” containing some of the art treasures from the Naumburg collection. The room features:

• An ornate, elaborately carved Elizabethan-style fireplace and overmantel.
• A painting displayed prominently above the mantel — described in the text as “Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo” by Agnolo Bronzino (16th century Italy).
• A tapestry, described in the text as being from the William and Mary period, with Flemish modeling, hanging to the left of the fireplace.
• To the right is a chair with richly embroidered upholstery, and an “exquisite Oriental rug” on the floor.
• Other artworks mentioned in the text (but not clearly visible) include:
  • El Greco’s “Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple”
  • Murillo’s “The Holy Family with the Little St. John”
  • Paintings by Rubens, Hals, Rembrandt, and Murillo.

The room is noted as being from Mrs. Naumburg’s apartment in New York’s Hotel des Artistes, where the collection was kept “substantially in its present condition and setting” as per her will.

Additional Notes:

• A smaller section titled “Three Rooms of Art” is pasted below the main article, reiterating key details and specifying that the collection will be housed in three rooms at the Fogg Museum: the living room, dining room, and entrance hall.
• The photo credit is given to Wide World Studio.
• A blue tab on the bottom right corner indicates this clipping was from the Art Digest, April 1930.
• The clipping shows signs of age — yellowed paper, slight creases, and three punched holes along the right edge — suggesting it was filed in a binder or scrapbook.

Historical Context:

This bequest was significant for Harvard’s Fogg Museum and reflected the philanthropic spirit of early 20th-century American collectors. Mrs. Naumburg’s will specified that the art should be displayed as she had arranged it, giving the museum a “period room” installation — an early example of contextualized museum display. The collection enriched the Fogg’s holdings in Old Master paintings and decorative arts.

In short, this clipping documents a major cultural transfer — a wealthy New York collector’s prized art collection being donated to an elite academic institution to be preserved and displayed in a historically evocative setting.

A newspaper clipping features a black-and-white photograph of an Elizabethan paneled room with a fireplace and a painting above it. The caption reads, "A corner of an Elizabethan paneled room containing some of the art treasures of the Naumberg collection recently bequeathed to the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, which is to be removed from New York and set up at the Fogg Museum if its officials accept the bequest." The article discusses the Naumberg collection and its acceptance by the Fogg Museum.

The image appears to be a newspaper clipping featuring an article about the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The headline reads "Famous Collection for Fogg Museum." The article is accompanied by a photograph of a room with a fireplace, ornate decorations, and artwork on the walls. The room has a classic, elegant design with a fireplace, a large painting above it, and various other artworks and furnishings. The article discusses the bequest of a valuable collection of paintings, sculpture, tapestries, and other art objects to the Fogg Museum. The collection includes works by renowned artists such as El Greco, Rubens, Hals, Rembrandt, Murillo, and others. The article mentions that the collection will be housed in the Hotel des Artistes, New York, until the Fogg Museum can be renovated to accommodate the new additions. The article also provides details about the specific artworks in the collection, including their titles, artists, and descriptions. Overall, the image and article highlight the acquisition of a significant art collection for the Fogg Museum, which would enhance its holdings and provide valuable resources for research and education.

The image is a scanned page from a publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, dated April 6, 1930. The headline at the top reads "Famous Collection for Fogg Museum", indicating that the content pertains to an art collection being bequeathed to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

Visual Elements:

1. Photograph:

   • The central image shows a corner of an Elizabethan paneled room, which is part of the Naumberg collection.
   • The room features dark wooden paneling, a fireplace with a mantel, and several framed artworks displayed on the walls.
   • A large, ornate painting is prominently displayed above the fireplace, depicting a religious or historical scene with figures in period clothing.
   • Smaller framed artworks and decorative elements, such as tapestries or textiles, are visible on the walls and furniture.

2. Text:

   • The accompanying text discusses the Naumberg collection, which was bequeathed to the Fogg Museum by Mrs. Nettie Goldschmidt Naumberg.
   • The collection includes notable artworks such as:
     • El Greco's "Portrait of an Old Man"
     • Rembrandt's "Christ Driving the Money Changers Out of the Temple"
     • Rubens, Hals, and Murillo's works
   • The text explains that the collection will be housed in three rooms at the Fogg Museum, including a living room, dining room, and entrance hall. These rooms will be set up to resemble Mrs. Naumberg's apartment in New York, which was located in the Hotel des Artistes.
   • The article mentions that the collection includes tapestries, textiles, statuary, and paintings, among other art pieces.
   • It also notes that the museum will need to make arrangements for the transportation and installation of the collection, with an estimated cost of $100,000 provided for this purpose, plus an additional $3,500 for upkeep.

3. Additional Details:

   • At the bottom of the page, there is a caption that reads:
     "A corner of an Elizabethan paneled room containing some of the art treasures of the Naumberg collection recently bequeathed to the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, which is to be removed from New York and set up in the museum. If it is official, paintings by old masters included in the collection appear here. (Wide World Studio)."
   • The page also includes a smaller text box at the bottom right corner titled "Three Rooms of Art", summarizing key details about the collection and its transfer to the Fogg Museum.

Overall Context:

The image conveys a historical and cultural significance, highlighting the donation of a prestigious art collection to an academic institution. The photograph and accompanying text provide insight into the elaborate nature of the collection and the efforts required to preserve and display it in a museum setting. The article reflects the early 20th-century practice of bequeathing private art collections to public institutions for educational and cultural enrichment.

This image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Famous Collection for Fogg Museum." At the top, there's a photograph of an ornate room with paneled walls that appears to be from an Elizabethan era setting. Below the photo, there's a caption that reads:

"A corner of an Elizabethan panelled room containing some of the art treasures of the Naumburg collection recently bequeathed to the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, which is to be removed from New York and set up at the Fogg Museum. If its officials accept the bequest. Some of the paintings by old masters included in the collection appear here. (Wide World Studio)"

On the right side of the clipping, there's text discussing details about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard possibly accepting a bequest of the valuable Naumburg collection. References to removal of the items from New York, the controversy about this decision, and details about the significant art pieces and the financial aspects of the transfer are visible.

At the bottom left corner of the clipping, there is a part of a stamp or handwritten note that reads "Post Apr[l] 6, 1930," likely indicating the date of the newspaper.

On the bottom right, there's another section captioned "Three Rooms of Art," which seems to continue the discussion of the art collection but the text is partially obscured. The image suggests this article is focused on art, museum acquisitions, and the importance of such collections.

This image shows a newspaper clipping that features an article about a notable collection donation to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The headline reads "Famous Collection for Fogg Museum." The main body of the clipping contains a sepia-toned photograph depicting a corner of a room, likely curated in Elizabethan style, showcasing some of the art treasures from the Namberg collection. Visible in the room are panelled walls, various framed paintings, and an elaborate fireplace with art pieces mounted above it.

The text below the photograph mentions that this part of the collection is set up at the Fogg Museum following its bequest, and highlights some of the paintings by old masters included. Additional excerpts and annotations in the clipping provide further context about the bequest, attribution, and the details surrounding the collection's transfer. Specifically, annotations include handwritten notes indicating the publication dates, "Post April 6, 1930," and "Art Digest April 1930." Another section titled "Three Rooms of Art" details the specifics of the collection, including works by Rembrandt, El Greco, and Rubens, and mentions the conditions of the bequest made by Nettie Goldsmith Namberg with funding for maintenance.

• A vintage newspaper clipping with a large photograph and several columns of text.
• The headline reads “Famous Collection for Fogg Museum.”
• The photograph shows a corner of an Elizabethan panelled room: heavy wooden paneling, a large ornate fireplace with a framed portrait above the mantel, and various artworks and furniture arranged around the room (tapestry on the wall, a chair, etc.).
• The caption beneath the photo explains the room contains part of the Naumberg collection bequeathed to the Fogg Museum (Harvard University) and to be moved from New York if accepted.
• There is a handwritten note at the bottom: “Post April 6, 1930.”
• A smaller article box is visible on the right side titled “Three Rooms of Art.”
• The overall appearance is aged, with a sepia-toned print and a slightly yellowed clipping.

This image is a newspaper or magazine clipping featuring an article titled, "Famous Collection for Fogg Museum." The article seems to discuss the transfer of a notable art collection to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The picture embedded in the clipping depicts a room styled in Elizabethan design, containing a fireplace with intricate paneling, artworks, and various other decorative pieces. Prominently featured is a large painting of a woman holding a child, displayed above the fireplace.

Accompanying the scene, the text elaborates on the bequest of the valuable Naumburg collection, including historical artworks and objects of significance. The clipping has annotations written in pen or pencil at the bottom, stating, "Post April 6, 1930" and "Art Digest Apr. 1930." Another small clipping on the lower right titled "Three Rooms of Art" further elaborates on the collection, mentioning items like paintings by El Greco and Rubens, as well as details about the upkeep funds allocated for the display of the collection at the Fogg Museum.