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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, dated December 10, 1930, from the "Crimson" publication. It contains several cut-out articles and news clippings related to art and museum exhibitions.

The main headline on the left mentions "Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal By Fogg" and discusses the gift of rooms and their contents to the Fogg Museum, which had been moved from New York to Cambridge. The text describes the rooms as a collection of English paneled rooms from the sixteenth century, along with valuable paintings such as works by Rembrandt and Hals.

There are also smaller articles on the right side of the page, including a piece from "X-RAY" discussing "Metropolitan Museum Studies," another from "Art News" about Dr. Goldschmidt's lectures on Early German Painter-Poets, and a notice for a lecture on "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page also includes some handwritten notes at the bottom, such as a reference to "TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16" and a mention of a lecture by Professor Arthur M. Hind on old master drawings at the Fogg Art Museum.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings and announcements from December 1930. The page includes several newspaper clippings and typed announcements, all related to the Fogg Museum and art-related events.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "NAUMBERG ROOMS STORED AWAITING DISPOSAL BY FOGG"
    • Source: Crimson, Dec. 10, 1930
    • Content: Discusses the Naumberg rooms, a gift to the Fogg Museum, which are stored awaiting permanent display. It mentions paintings by Rembrandt, Hals, Murillo, and El Greco on exhibit.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "X-RAY"
    • Source: Metropolitan Museum Studies, December, 1930, V.III, Part I
    • Content: An article titled "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" by Alan Burroughs.
  3. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Art News"
    • Source: December 27, V.XXIX, No.13
    • Content: Announces Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painter-Poets.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum"
    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Dec. 10, 1930
    • Content: Details about the Naumberg rooms, their contents, and the valuable paintings included in the gift, such as a Rembrandt portrait and a Frans Hals painting.
  5. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: "GAZETTE DEC. 13 1930"
    • Content: An announcement for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday, December 16, at 5 P.M.

The page is neatly arranged with the clippings and announcements taped or glued onto a larger sheet of paper. The handwriting at the top and bottom of the page indicates the dates and sources of the clippings.

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This image displays a collection of newspaper clippings, press releases, and notes assembled on a single sheet of paper, likely for archival or reference purposes. The documents all relate to the Naumburg Rooms and their gift to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in December 1930.

The clippings are from several sources and include:

  1. “Crimson” (Harvard University newspaper, Dec. 10, 1930): This is the largest and most prominent article. Headlined “NAUMBURG ROOMS STORED AWAITING DISPOSAL BY FOGG,” it details that the Naumburg Rooms — a gift from Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York — have been moved from New York to Cambridge for storage. The rooms, which include 16th-century English paneled rooms and valuable contents like paintings, furniture, and a tapestry, will remain in storage until a permanent display space can be built at the Fogg Museum. The article highlights key artworks, including Rembrandt’s “Portrait of an Old Man” and Frans Hals’ “Portrait of a Preacher of Holland,” as well as a unique 16th-century tapestry of Flemish origin.

  2. “Christian Science Monitor” (Dec. 10, 1930): This clipping, titled “Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumburg Gift to Fogg Museum,” essentially reiterates the information from the Crimson article, confirming the details about the rooms and their contents, including the Rembrandt and Hals portraits, and the tapestry.

  3. “X-RAY” (Metropolitan Museum Studies, December 1930, V.XXIX, Part I): A small, separate clipping mentioning an article by Alan Burroughs titled “Veronese’s Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus,” unrelated to the main subject.

  4. “Art News” (December 27, 1930, V.XXIX, No.13, pp.8): Another small clipping, this one announcing “Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painter-Poets.”

  5. Typed Note (Tuesday, December 16): This note announces a lecture: “‘Old Master Drawings.’ Professor Arthur M. Hind. Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, 5 P.M.

  6. Handwritten Notes:

    • In the bottom left corner, “Cornell Dec. 10 1930” is scrawled, possibly indicating where or when the clippings were collected or reviewed.
    • In the bottom right corner, “W. U. Sayette Dec. 13 1930” is written, likely the name of the person who assembled the sheet or a correspondent.

The entire sheet is bound on the right edge with three holes, suggesting it was placed in a binder or album. The paper has aged to a light beige color, and the clippings are of varying sizes and slightly different shades of newsprint. The overall layout is that of a research or press kit compiled around December 10–13, 1930, documenting a significant art donation to Harvard’s Fogg Museum and related cultural events.

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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.

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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.

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The image shows a page from a publication titled "Crimson," dated December 10, 1930. The page contains several articles and announcements related to art, museums, and lectures. Here is a detailed description:

Header Information

  • Title: "Crimson Dec. 10, 1930" is printed at the top, indicating the name of the publication and the date.
  • Page Layout: The page is structured with multiple sections, including headlines, subheadings, and text blocks.

Main Articles and Sections

1. NAUMBERG ROOMS STORED AWAITING DISPOSAL BY FOGG

  • Headline: "NAUMBERG ROOMS STORED AWAITING DISPOSAL BY FOGG"
  • Subheading: "To Hold Gift Until Permanent Place for its Display Can be Provided"
  • Content:
    • Discusses the Naumberg Rooms, a gift to the Fogg Museum from Muriel Naumberg, a New Yorker.
    • The rooms, originally part of the Temple, contain Italian, Flemish, and Dutch works, including paintings, tapestries, and furnishings.
    • The rooms are currently in storage at the Fogg Museum, awaiting permanent display.
    • The article mentions that the donor has provided generous terms for the installation, but the museum’s directors and architects must agree on the placement and care of the collection.
    • The rooms are described as containing several paintings, including works by Rembrandt and Murillo, as well as El Greco.

2. PAINTINGS ON EXHIBIT

  • Headline: "PAINTINGS ON EXHIBIT"
  • Subheading: "Portraits by Rembrandt and Murillo are on Display—Werkmans of Hals and El Greco Also Shown"
  • Content:
    • Details the current exhibition at the Fogg Museum, featuring paintings by Rembrandt, Murillo, and other artists.
    • Highlights a notable tapestry from the sixteenth century, which is part of the Naumberg collection.
    • Mentions specific works, such as Rembrandt’s "Portrait of an Old Man" and Murillo’s "Portrait of a Preacher of Holland," which contrast Dutch and Flemish styles.
    • The article notes that these works are part of the Naumberg gift and are currently on display.

3. NAUMBERG ROOMS, GIFT OF NEW YORKER TO FOGG, TO BE STORED PENDING EXHIBITION

  • Headline: "Naumberg Rooms, Gift of New Yorker to Fogg, to be Stored Pending Exhibition"
  • Content:
    • A continuation of the previous article, elaborating on the storage and future exhibition plans for the Naumberg Rooms.
    • Mentions that the rooms contain valuable old paintings, including works by Rembrandt, Murillo, and others.
    • Notes that the rooms are in storage at Cambridge, where they will remain until the Fogg Museum can provide a permanent display space.
    • Discusses the terms of the gift, including the donor’s conditions for the installation and care of the collection.

4. METROPOLITAN MUSEUM STUDIES

  • Headline: "Metropolitan Museum Studies"
  • Subheading: "December, 1930, V.III, Part I"
  • Content:
    • Lists upcoming lectures or studies, including:
      • "Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus" by Alan Burroughs
      • "Dr. Goldschmidt Lectures on Early German Painters and Poets"
    • Indicates that these are part of a series of studies or lectures at the Metropolitan Museum.

5. VALUABLE OLD PAINTINGS INCLUDED IN NAUMBERG GIFT TO FOGG MUSEUM

  • Headline: "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum"
  • Content:
    • Provides further details about the paintings included in the Naumberg gift.
    • Mentions specific works, such as Rembrandt’s "Portrait of a Preacher of Holland" and Murillo’s "Portrait of an Old Man."
    • Notes that the collection includes examples of Dutch and Flemish art, with some works being unique or rare.

Additional Information

  • Lecture Announcement:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is an announcement for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, at 5 P.M. in the Hall of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Handwritten Notes:

    • There are handwritten annotations on the page, including:
      • "Conzello Dec. 10, 1930" in the bottom left corner.
      • "H.U. Dayette Dec. 15, 1930" in the bottom right corner, possibly indicating a date or reference.

Visual Elements

  • The page is printed in black text on a white background.
  • The layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine, with columns of text and clear headings.
  • There are no images or illustrations on this page; it is purely textual.

Overall Context

The page provides a snapshot of art news and museum activities from December 1930, focusing on the Naumberg Rooms gift to the Fogg Museum, upcoming lectures, and exhibitions. It highlights the significance of the Naumberg collection and its impact on the museum’s holdings. The handwritten notes suggest that the page may have been part of a personal or institutional archive.

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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.

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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.

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The image shows a white piece of paper with several clippings of old newspaper articles and typed texts attached to it. The clippings are primarily about the Naumberg Rooms, a collection of valuable old paintings being transferred and stored at the Fogg Art Museum.

  • The largest clipping on the left side has the headline: "Naumberg Rooms Stored Awaiting Disposal By Fogg" along with text explaining the temporary storage of these rooms and paintings, mentioning works by Rembrandt, Hals, Murillo, and El Greco.
  • To the right of this clipping, there is a similarly themed article titled "Naumberg Rooms, Gift of New Yorker to Fogg, to be Stored Pending Exhibition," continuing the topic of the donor family and the housing situation of the collection.
  • In the center, there is a clipping titled "Valuable Old Paintings Included in Naumberg Gift to Fogg Museum," also detailing the transfer, the artworks involved, and the tapestry as a highlight.
  • At the top right, a typed note reads: "X-RAY / Metropolitan Museum Studies / December, 1930, V.III, Part I / 'Veronese's Alterations in His Painting of Mars and Venus' by Alan Burroughs."
  • Below that is another clipping titled "Art News," which mentions a lecture given by Dr. Goldschmidt on early German painter-poets, dated December 27, 1930.
  • At the bottom is a printed notice for a lecture titled "Old Master Drawings," given by Professor Arthur M. Hind at the Fogg Art Museum on Tuesday, December 16, at 5 P.M. Handwritten notes and some dates (1930) are visible on the page, indicating the time period of the clippings.

Overall, the page appears to be a collected scrapbook or archival sheet gathering contemporary news and academic notices concerning the Naumberg Rooms art collection and related art events from late 1930.

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This image is a scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings and typewritten notices from December 1930 related to the Naumberg Rooms and their inclusion in the Fogg Museum (Harvard University).

Details:

  • The central theme focuses on the newly acquired collection of art and tapestries, referred to as the "Naumberg Rooms," gifted to the museum by Naumberg (a New Yorker). The collection includes valuable European paintings and other works, especially pieces by artists like Rembrandt and Murillo.
  • The page mentions various updates regarding the temporary storage and exhibition plans for this collection. The writings emphasize the significance of the collection and its unique additions to the museum’s offerings.
  • Some highlighted excerpts reference:
    • "Paintings on exhibit."
    • Tapestries and Renaissance-era works as highlights of the collection.
    • Plans for a lecture on “Old Master Drawings” by Professor Arthur M. Hind, scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, at the Fogg Museum.
  • The clippings also note related studies and publications from institutions like the Metropolitan Museum.

Visually, the different clippings are pasted onto the page, with some handwritten annotations noting publication sources, dates, and additional commentary.