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1. Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg:

   • The Naumberg rooms, a gift to the Fogg Museum, are currently stored in Cambridge, pending a decision on their permanent placement.
   • The rooms, which include English paneling, paintings, and other furnishings, were previously exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art.
   • The collection includes works by Rembrandt, Hals, and El Greco.
   • The delay is due to the need for a suitable installation plan that considers the generosity of the donor, Mrs. Aaron Naumberg.

2. X-RAY: Metropolitan Museum Studies, December 1930, Part I:

   • This clipping is an announcement of a study titled "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" by Alan Burroughs.
   • It suggests a focus on the technical and scientific analysis of artworks.

3. Art News, December 27, 1930, No. 13:

   • This clipping announces a lecture by Dr. Goldschmidt on early German painter-poets at the Fogg Art Museum.

4. Christian Science Monitor, December 10, 1930:

   • The same announcement about the Naumberg rooms is reprinted, emphasizing their historical significance and the need for careful planning for their display.
   • The rooms are described as a valuable addition to the Fogg Museum, featuring important Dutch and Flemish paintings.

5. Lecture Announcement, Tuesday, December 16:

   • An announcement for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum.

The clippings collectively highlight the activities and plans of the Fogg Museum, including acquisitions, research, and educational events, all centered around the theme of art preservation and display.

The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings and a magazine article from December 1930, primarily focused on art and museum exhibitions.

1. Top Left - Crimson Newspaper (Dec. 10, 1930):

   • Headline: "Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg."
   • The article discusses a bequest from the Naumberg family to the Fogg Museum. It mentions that the rooms are currently stored in Cambridge, awaiting permanent placement. The contents include various tapestries and paintings by renowned artists like Rembrandt and Hals. It also notes that the furnishings and other objects are in storage and will be reassembled when the installation is ready.

2. Top Right - Metropolitan Museum Studies (December 1930, Vol. VIII, Part I):

   • Article: "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" by Alan Burroughs.
   • This article delves into the historical and artistic changes made by the artist Veronese in his painting.

3. Middle Right - Art News (December 27, 1930):

   • Article: "Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painter-Poets."
   • This snippet indicates a lecture series or event related to early German art and poetry.

4. Bottom Left - Crimson Newspaper (Dec. 16, 1930):

   • Announcement: Lecture on "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, at 5 PM in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.

5. Bottom Center - Christian Science Monitor (Dec. 10, 1930):

   • Headline: "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum."
   • The article reiterates the contents of the Naumberg gift to the Fogg Museum, highlighting the inclusion of notable paintings and furnishings such as a portrait of an Old Man by Rembrandt and various other works.

The collage collectively provides insights into the acquisition of significant artworks and the scholarly discussions surrounding them at the Fogg Museum in the early 1930s.

The image shows a collage of several newspaper clippings from December 1930, detailing the storage and future plans for the Naumburg Rooms, a significant gift to the Fogg Museum.

1. Top Left Clipping (Crimson, Dec. 10, 1930):

   • The headline reads, "Naumburg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg."
   • The article mentions that the Naumburg Rooms, which were gifted to the Fogg Museum, are currently stored awaiting a permanent place for display.
   • The rooms include several English panelled rooms from the 16th century, along with a fine collection of tapestries, paintings, furniture, and minor objects of art.
   • The tapestries and paintings are of particular interest, with a tapestry from the first quarter of the 16th century and a painting by Rembrandt titled "Portrait of an Old Man."
   • The installation will not be completed until several years, as the directors and architects are considering the wise inclusion of the collection in the permanent collection without undue pressure.

2. Top Right Clipping (Metropolitan Museum Studies, December 1930):

   • The article is titled "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" by Alan Burroughs.
   • This is a scholarly article from the Metropolitan Museum Studies, which is not directly related to the Naumburg Rooms but is included in the collage.

3. Middle Clipping (Art News, Dec. 27, V.XXIX, No.13):

   • This is a brief mention of the Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painter-Poets, unrelated to the Naumburg Rooms.

4. Bottom Left Clipping (Christian Science Monitor, Dec. 10, 1930):

   • The headline reads, "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumburg Gift to Fogg Museum."
   • The article reiterates the Naumburg Rooms gift and mentions that the rooms have been moved to Cambridge for storage.
   • It includes a Rembrandt portrait, "Portrait of a Preacher of Holland," and other significant works.
   • The rooms will be stored until they can be placed permanently in the museum, with a monetary provision for the installation and care of the collection.

5. Bottom Middle Clipping (TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16):

   • This is a notice for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum, scheduled for 5 PM.

Overall, the collage highlights the significant gift of the Naumburg Rooms to the Fogg Museum and the careful planning involved in their future display.

The image contains several newspaper clippings from December 1930, all related to the Fogg Art Museum and its new acquisition of the Naumberg Rooms.

1. Crimson (Dec. 10, 1930) - Top Left:

   • Headline: "Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg"
   • The article discusses the temporary storage of the Naumberg Rooms, a gift to the Fogg Museum. These rooms, including paintings by Rembrandt, Hals, Murillo, and El Greco, were moved from New York to Cambridge. The rooms are stored until a permanent place for their display can be provided. The tapestries and other items in the rooms are of significant historical value and will be kept in storage until they can be reassembled and exhibited.

2. Crimson (Dec. 10, 1930) - Top Right:

   • Headline: "Naumberg Rooms, Gift of New Yorker to Fogg, to be Stored Pending Exhibition"
   • The article elaborates on the gift of the Naumberg Rooms, which includes several paintings and tapestries. It mentions that the rooms will be stored in Cambridge and will be displayed as a complete unit in the future.

3. Metropolitan Museum Studies (December 1930) - Center Right:

   • Title: "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus"
   • The article by Alan Burroughs discusses alterations made by Veronese in his painting.

4. Art News (December 27, 1930) - Bottom Right:

   • Title: "Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painter-Poets"
   • This clipping mentions a lecture by Dr. Goldschmidt on early German painter-poets, scheduled for December 27.

5. Christian Science Monitor (Dec. 10, 1930) - Center:

   • Headline: "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum"
   • The article details the valuable paintings included in the Naumberg Rooms gift. It mentions works by Rembrandt, Hals, Murillo, and El Greco, and highlights the significance of the gift, including a portrait by Rembrandt and a striking contrast piece by Frans Hals.

6. Lecture Announcement (Bottom Left):

   • Title: "Lecture: 'Old Master Drawings,' Professor Arthur M. Hind"
   • This announcement is for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, scheduled for December 16 in the Hall of the Fogg Art Museum at 5 p.m.

The clippings collectively provide detailed information on the acquisition, storage, and future plans for the Naumberg Rooms at the Fogg Art Museum, along with related lectures and studies.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Crimson dated December 10, 1930, detailing various art-related news and events concerning the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. Here are the key points:

1. Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg:

   • The Naumberg rooms, a gift from a New Yorker to the Fogg Museum, are currently stored and awaiting a permanent exhibition space.
   • The rooms include several significant artworks, primarily from the Flemish and Dutch schools, and are considered valuable additions to the museum's collection.
   • The rooms are dismantled and stored in Cambridge, awaiting a decision on their display location.

2. Paintings on Exhibit:

   • Portraits by Rembrandt and Hals, along with works by Murillo and El Greco, are on display.
   • The tapestries and other furnishings from the Naumberg rooms are not currently exhibited, as the tapestries are being restored.

3. Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift:

   • The gift includes several significant artworks, such as a portrait by Rembrandt ("Portrait of an Old Man") and a striking portrait of a Preacher of Holland by Frans Hals.
   • These works were previously part of the Duke of Oldenburg's collection and had not been displayed publicly before.

4. X-Ray Studies by Metropolitan Museum:

   • An article by Alan Burroughs titled "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" is mentioned, published in the Metropolitan Museum Studies, December 1930.

5. Art News:

   • On December 27, Dr. Goldschmidt will give lectures on Early German Painter-Poets.

6. Lecture Announcement:

   • There will be a lecture on "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday, December 16, at 5 p.m.

The clipping provides a comprehensive overview of the Fogg Museum's activities, acquisitions, and upcoming events in late 1930.

The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to art and museums, specifically the Fogg Art Museum, dated December 1930. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

1. Crimson (December 10, 1930)

   • Headline: "Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg"
   • The article discusses the temporary storage of the Naumberg rooms, a gift from New York to the Fogg Museum. These rooms contain valuable paintings and objects, including works by Rembrandt, Hals, and El Greco. The rooms are stored in Cambridge until a permanent display location can be provided. The donation was made by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg, who also provided funds for necessary construction and care of the collection.

2. X-Ray (December 1930)

   • Headline: "Metropolitan Museum Studies"
   • This article discusses a study titled "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" by Alan Burroughs, published in the Metropolitan Museum Studies.

3. Art News (December 27, 1930)

   • Headline: "Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painter-Poets"
   • A brief announcement about a lecture by Dr. Goldschmidt on early German painter-poets.

4. Christian Science Monitor (December 10, 1930)

   • Headline: "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum"
   • This article highlights the Naumberg gift to the Fogg Art Museum, which includes valuable old paintings. The collection features works by Rembrandt, Hals, and El Greco, among others. The gift was made by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg, who was an interested collector of fine art objects. The article mentions that the installation will not necessitate the dismantling of the rooms, and a monetary provision has been made for the necessary construction and care of the collection.

5. Announcement

   • Event: Lecture on "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind
   • Date and Time: Tuesday, December 16, 5 P.M.
   • Location: Hall of the Fogg Art Museum

The clippings collectively highlight the significant art contributions and events related to the Fogg Art Museum in December 1930, emphasizing the Naumberg gift and its importance to the museum's collection.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings from various dates, predominantly from December, 1920. The articles are mostly about art and museum-related topics. The main headline on the left side reads, "NAUMBERG ROOMS STORED AWAITING DISPOSAL BY FOGG" and underneath, "To Hold Gift Until Permanent Place for its Display Can be Provided." This article discusses the storage of the Naumberg Rooms which were given to the Fogg museum but await a proper display space.

Further articles detail the content of the Naumberg collection, referencing notable works and particular interests expressed by the museum in displaying these pieces. Specifically mentioned are works of Murillo and El Greco, as well as various tapestries, paintings, and other objects.

On the right side, there are smaller clippings, one being an article from "Art News" dated December 27, 1920, and another from "X-Ray," which is possibly a column or section title, dated December 1930. The "Art News" headline is partially cut off, but it seems to reference a lecture, while the "X-Ray" clipping talks about Veronese's alteration in his painting of "Mars and Venus."

At the bottom of the image, another event announcement is visible for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings," to be given by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum.

Handwritten notes and dates can be seen on the clippings, indicating they have been used for reference or cataloging purposes. A stamp on the bottom of the main article dates the clipping at December 7, 1920. The overall appearance of the clippings suggests that they are archival documents, possibly part of a museum's or library's historical collection.

The image displays a scrapbook page containing clipped newspaper articles and notices related to art exhibitions and museum acquisitions. The largest article is titled "Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal by Fogg," dated December 10, 1930, which discusses the temporary storage of artworks from the Naumberg Rooms until a permanent display space is found. It mentions notable paintings by artists such as Rembrandt, Hals, Murillo, and El Greco that are to be on exhibit.

Another significant article, also dealing with the Naumberg Rooms gift, is titled "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum." It provides details about the artworks, including a tapestry and notable paintings like "Portrait of an Old Man" by Rembrandt and various works by Flemish and Dutch artists. The articles indicate that the paintings were moved from New York to Cambridge and stored due to the extensive renovation required for display.

Smaller clippings include titles like "X-Ray: Metropolitan Museum Studies" by Alan Burroughs, which seems to discuss alterations in paintings by Veronese; “Art News” mentioning lectures by Dr. Goldschmidt on early German painter-poets; and a notice about a lecture on "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum, scheduled for Tuesday, December 16.

Overall, the scrapbook page documents the significant addition of valuable art pieces to the Fogg Museum, the logistical efforts involved in storing and preparing these works for public exhibition, and related scholarly activities.

The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or article from the Crimson, a Harvard University student newspaper. The article discusses the Naumberg Rooms, a gift of New Yorker rooms to the Fogg Museum, which are currently stored pending an exhibition.

The article provides details about the Naumberg Rooms, which include several English paneled rooms from the 16th century, as well as various tapestries, paintings, furniture, rugs, textiles, and other objects of art. The collection was originally owned by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg of New York, who gifted it to the Fogg Museum with the condition that it be displayed in a permanent place.

The article mentions that the rooms have been displayed in temporary locations at the museum and that a monetary provision has been made for the necessary construction and care of the collection. The rooms will remain in storage until the installation is completed, which is expected to take several years.

The article also highlights some of the notable items in the Naumberg collection, including a portrait of an old man by Rembrandt, a portrait of Duke of Oldenburg by Frans Hals, and various Flemish and Dutch paintings. The article emphasizes the importance of preserving the collection in its original state until the permanent installation is ready.

The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring several articles and announcements. The page is dated December 16, 1930, and the newspaper is identified as the "Crimson." The page is divided into sections with headlines, body text, and advertisements.

Top Section

• Headline: "NAUMBERG ROOMS STORED AWAITING DISPOSAL BY FOGG"
  • This article discusses the Naumberg Rooms, a gift to the Fogg Art Museum, which are currently stored and awaiting a permanent place for display. The article mentions that the rooms include paintings by Rembrandt and Murillo, among others, and that they will be exhibited until a suitable location is found.
• Subheadline: "Portraits by Rembrandt and Murillo on Display—Works of Murillo and El Greco Also Shown"
  • This subheadline highlights the specific artists whose works are on display in the Naumberg Rooms.
• Body Text: The article provides details about the Naumberg Rooms, including their origin from New York and their temporary exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions the diverse collection of English paneled rooms from the 16th century and the Dutch and Flemish paintings.

Middle Section

• Headline: "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum"
  • This article elaborates on the valuable paintings included in the Naumberg gift, such as portraits by Rembrandt and Murillo. It mentions the temporary exhibition and the eventual permanent display of these works.
• Body Text: The article describes the collection, including the "Portrait of an Old Man" by Rembrandt and the "Portrait of the Duke of Oldenburg" by Frans Hals. It also mentions the Dutch and Flemish paintings and the Rembrandt collection.

Bottom Section

• Headline: "Lecture. 'Old Master Drawings.' Professor Arthur M. Hind. Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, 5 P.M."
  • This announcement is for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, to be held at the Fogg Art Museum at 5 P.M.
• Body Text: The announcement provides the details of the lecture, including the speaker's name and the venue.

Advertisements

• X-RAY: An advertisement for "Metropolitan Museum Studies December, 1930, V.III, Part I."
  • This advertisement promotes a publication from the Metropolitan Museum.
• Art News: An advertisement for "Art News December 27, V.XXII, No.13 pp.8."
  • This advertisement promotes an issue of "Art News."
• Christian Science Monitor: An advertisement for "Christian Science Monitor December 10, 1930."
  • This advertisement promotes the "Christian Science Monitor."

Additional Notes

• The page includes handwritten notes and annotations, possibly indicating corrections or additional information.
• The layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers, with columns and a mix of text and advertisements.

Summary

The page from the "Crimson" dated December 16, 1930, features articles about the Naumberg Rooms and their temporary exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, announcements for a lecture by Professor Arthur M. Hind, and advertisements for various publications. The articles highlight the valuable paintings included in the Naumberg gift and the temporary nature of their display until a permanent location is determined.