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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from December 1930, reporting on the acquisition of a rare ivory casket by the Fogg Museum of Harvard University. The casket is described as part of the Guelph Treasure, a significant medieval art collection.

Here is a detailed summary of the clippings:

1. NY Times (Dec. 13)

   • Headline: "Fogg Museum Gets a Guelph Casket"
   • The article reports that the Fogg Art Museum acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, which was previously on display at the Goldsmiths' Gallery in New York. The purchase was made through the Alphaeus Hyatt Fund, and the price paid was not disclosed. The casket, made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century, is considered one of the few known examples of medieval Sicilian art.

2. NY Evening Post (Dec. 15)

   • Headline: "Rare Casket Sold to Fogg Museum"
   • This article highlights the historical significance of the casket, noting that it is the first important part of the Guelph Treasure to be sold since the collection was exhibited in America. The casket is described as a rare example of medieval Sicilian art, constructed of carved ivory and bronze.

3. Herald (Dec. 13)

   • Headline: "Harvard Obtains Relic of Italy"
   • The article mentions that the Fogg Art Museum purchased the ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure. It provides details about the casket's origin and its historical importance, noting that it was originally intended for ecclesiastical use.

4. Transcript (Dec. 20)

   • Headline: "Fogg Museum Acquires Ivory Casket of the Guelph Treasure"
   • This article emphasizes the rarity and historical significance of the casket, which is one of the few known examples of medieval Sicilian art. It mentions that the casket was originally used for sacred relics and was part of the Guelph Treasure, a collection of medieval artifacts.

5. Post (Dec. 14)

   • Headline: "Antique Art Piece Bought by Harvard"
   • The article briefly reports on the acquisition of the ivory casket by the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its historical importance and rarity.

6. Christian Science Monitor (Dec. 27)

   • Headline: "The Guelph Treasure"
   • This article provides a brief description of the ivory casket acquired by the Fogg Art Museum, noting its historical significance and rarity.

7. Gazette (Dec. 27, 1930)

   • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
   • The article mentions the acquisition of the ivory casket and other exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including paintings of the Nunnery Request and 18th-century watercolors.

Overall, the clippings emphasize the historical and artistic significance of the ivory casket, its rarity, and its acquisition by the Fogg Museum as a notable addition to their collection.

The image is a collage of various newspaper clippings and a transcript, all related to the acquisition of a rare ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. Here’s a detailed summary of each section:

Newspaper Clippings:

1. NY Times, Dec. 13:

   • Headline: "FOGG MUSEUM GETS A GUELPH CASKET"
   • The Fogg Art Museum acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure for an undisclosed price. The casket, made in Palermo, Sicily, dates from the 12th century and is part of a famous medieval treasure. The museum paid through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.

2. NY Evening Post, Dec. 15:

   • Headline: "RARE CASKET SOLD TO FOGG MUSEUM"
   • The casket is described as the first important part of the Guelph Treasure to be purchased for the museum. It is noted for its intricate design and historical significance.

3. Herald, Dec. 13:

   • Headline: "HARVARD OBTAINS RELIC OF ITALY"
   • The Fogg Art Museum bought an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure in Sicily. The price paid was $50,000, which was funded by the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.

Transcript (Dec. 20):

• Fogg Museum Acquires Ivory Casket of the Guelph Treasure:
  • The Fogg Art Museum acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, which had been on public view in New York galleries. The casket was made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century, and is a rare example of medieval ecclesiastical art. The museum used the Alpheus Hyatt Fund to purchase it for $50,000.

Additional Clippings:

1. Post, Dec. 14:

   • Headline: "ANTIQUE ART PIECES BOUGHT BY HARVARD"
   • This clipping mentions that Harvard University acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, which was purchased through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.

2. Christian Science Monitor, Dec. 27, 1920:

   • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
   • The Guelph Treasure casket, acquired by Harvard University, is described as a significant piece of medieval art from Palermo, Sicily. It is noted for its intricate design and historical importance.

3. Gazette, Dec. 24, 1920:

   • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
   • Mentions the acquisition of the Guelph Treasure, particularly highlighting the museum's exhibition of 19th-century watercolors and Rembrandt etchings.

Summary:

The collage primarily focuses on the acquisition of a significant 12th-century ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The casket, made in Palermo, Sicily, was purchased through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund for a substantial amount of $50,000, and is noted for its historical and artistic significance. The news clippings and transcript collectively emphasize the importance of this acquisition in the museum's collection.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a transcript related to the acquisition of an Ivory Casket from the Guelph Treasure by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated around December 1930.

1. NY Times (December 13, 1930):

   • Title: "Fogg Museum Gets a Guelph Casket"
   • Summary: The Fogg Art Museum acquired an Ivory Casket from the Guelph Treasure. The price paid for the object is undisclosed but is significant, valued at $50,000.

2. NY Evening Post (December 13, 1930):

   • Title: "Rare Casket Sold to Fogg Museum"
   • Summary: It highlights that the casket is the first important piece of the Guelph Treasure purchased by the museum. The casket is made in the 12th century.

3. Herald (December 13, 1930):

   • Title: "Harvard Obtains Relic of Italy"
   • Summary: Describes the purchase of an Ivory Casket from the Guelph Treasure, emphasizing it is a significant historical artifact from the 12th century.

4. Transcript (December 20, 1930):

   • Title: "Fogg Museum Acquires Ivory Casket of the Guelph Treasure"
   • Details: Explains the historical and artistic significance of the casket. It was made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century. The casket was originally intended for ecclesiastical use, possibly for a reliquary.

5. Christian Science Monitor (December 27, 1930):

   • Title: Additional details about the acquisition.
   • Summary: It mentions the casket's origin, its connection to the Guelph Treasure, and its historical importance, noting it was bought through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.

6. Post (December 14, 1930):

   • Title: "Antique Art Piece Bought by Harvard"
   • Summary: Discusses the acquisition of the Ivory Casket, highlighting its historical value and its significance as part of the Guelph Treasure.

7. Casket (December 24, 1930):

   • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
   • Content: Briefly mentions the exhibition of 19th-century watercolors and Rembrandt etchings, alongside the newly acquired casket.

The clippings and transcript together provide a detailed account of the historical significance, acquisition, and value of the Ivory Casket from the Guelph Treasure, emphasizing its importance in the Fogg Art Museum's collection.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to the acquisition of an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The articles are from different publications, including the New York Times, New York Evening Post, Herald, Christian Science Monitor, and the Post. The clippings date from December 1930 and detail the purchase of the 12th-century ivory casket, which was made in Palermo, Sicily, and was once owned by the Dukes of Brunswick. The casket is described as an important part of the Guelph Treasure, with some articles noting that the purchase price was not disclosed, while one mentions it was $50,000. The casket is highlighted for its historical and artistic significance, with references to its possible Oriental influences and its journey through various owners and collections over the centuries.

The image shows several newspaper clippings from various publications reporting on the acquisition of an ivory casket by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of each article:

1. NY Times (December 13):

   • Headline: "Fogg Museum Gets A Guelph Casket"
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University has acquired an ivory casket, part of the Guelph treasure from the Goldschmidt collection. The price paid for the artifact was not disclosed. The casket, made in the twelfth century in an ivory workshop in Palermo, is noted for its rarity and historical significance, originally intended for ecclesiastical use.

2. NY Evening Post (December 15):

   • Headline: "Rare Casket Sold to Fogg Museum"
   • Content: The Fogg Museum has acquired a rare ivory casket from the Guelph treasure, made in the twelfth century in Southern Italy. This piece is part of the famous Guelph treasure, with only a few similar examples known. The casket, featuring detailed carvings, was purchased from the Goldschmidts in Frankfurt.

3. Herald (December 13):

   • Headline: "Harvard Obtains Relic of Italy"
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum has purchased an ivory casket from the Guelph treasure, a relic from the 12th century made in Sicily. The casket was part of the ecclesiastical art owned by the Dukes of Brunswick and was brought to public attention by the Goldschmidts. The price was not disclosed.

4. Vanguard (December 20):

   • Headline: "Fogg Museum Acquires Ivory Casket of the Guelph Treasure"
   • Content: The Fogg Art Museum has acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph treasure, which was previously part of the collection of the Dukes of Brunswick. The casket, crafted in Palermo during the Norman era, is one of the few surviving examples of this type of medieval art.

5. Christian Science Monitor (December 27):

   • Headline: "The Guelph Treasure"
   • Content: Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum has secured an important ivory casket from the Guelph treasure, originating from twelfth-century Palermo. This piece is considered a significant example of medieval art, initially used for ecclesiastical purposes.

6. Gazette (December 27, 1930):

   • Headline: "Fogg Museum"
   • Content: Mentions the acquisition of paintings by the Naumburg bequests, an exhibition of nineteenth-century watercolors, and a display of Rembrandt etchings at the Fogg Art Museum.

Each article highlights the significance of the ivory casket's historical and artistic value, emphasizing its rarity and the fact that it is an important relic from the medieval period, specifically from the Norman era in Palermo, Sicily.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from December 1930, all detailing the acquisition of a significant medieval artifact by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

1. New York Times (Dec. 13):

   • Title: "FOGG MUSEUM GETS A GUELPH CASKET"
   • The Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University has acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, a collection of medieval ecclesiastical art owned by the Dukes of Brunswick. The casket is the first important piece of this collection to be purchased for the museum. The price paid is not disclosed.

2. New York Evening Post (Dec. 13):

   • Title: "RARE CASKET SOLDI TO FOGG MUSEUM"
   • The Fogg Art Museum has purchased an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, which is the first important part of this collection to be purchased. The casket was made in the 12th century and is considered a rare example of medieval art.

3. Herald (Dec. 13):

   • Title: "HARVARD OBTAINS RELIC OF ITALY"
   • The Fogg Art Museum has acquired an ivory casket made in Sicily in the 12th century. The casket was part of the Guelph Treasure, and its purchase was facilitated by the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.

4. Transcript (Dec. 20):

   • Title: "FOGG MUSEUM ACQUIRES IVORY CASKET OF THE GUELPH TREASURE"
   • The Fogg Art Museum acquired the ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, a collection of medieval art. The casket is described as a rare and important piece of medieval art, made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century.

5. Post (Dec. 14):

   • Title: "ANTIQUE ART PIECE BOUGHT BY HARVARD"
   • The Fogg Art Museum has purchased a significant piece from the Guelph Treasure. The casket, made in the 12th century, was originally used for relics and is one of the few known examples of its type.

6. Christian Science Monitor (Dec. 27, 1930):

   • Title: "THE GUELPH TREASURE"
   • The Fogg Art Museum acquired an ivory casket from the Guelph Treasure, made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century. The casket was originally used for relics and is a significant piece of medieval art.

7. Gazette (Dec. 24, 1930):

   • Title: "FOGG MUSEUM"
   • This clipping is unrelated to the casket acquisition, detailing an exhibition of 19th-century watercolors and etchings by Rembrandt at the Fogg Museum.

All clippings except the last one highlight the historical significance and rarity of the ivory casket acquired by the Fogg Art Museum from the Guelph Treasure, emphasizing its medieval and religious importance.

The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings mounted on a page. From what I can observe, there are six clippings from different sources: "N.Y. Times Dec. 13", "n.y. Evening Post Dec. 15", "Herald Dec. 13", "Transcript Dec. 20", "Post Dec. 14", and "Christian Science Monitor Dec. 21, 1930". The headlines reveal a common theme relating to the acquisition of a historical artifact by the Fogg Museum, which is part of Harvard University.

The artifact in question seems to be an important piece from the Guelph Treasure, with specifics such as its ivory material, age (dated to be made in the twelfth century), its origin (Sicily), and the terms of acquisition, including the price paid and the parties involved, being discussed. The articles mention the art piece's significance, historical background, and the impact of its addition to the museum's collection.

One headline reads "FOGG MUSEUM GETS IVORY CASKET IN GUELPH CASKET," while another one emphasizes "RARE CASKET SOLD TO FOGG MUSEUM." There is also mention that this acquisition is the "First Important Part of Guelph Treasure to Be Purchased Here."

These clippings serve as historical documentation of the purchase, its cultural significance, and the museum's endeavor to preserve and showcase important artifacts from the past. They would be of interest to those studying the provenance of art pieces, the history of the Fogg Museum's collections, or the history of art collecting in the early 20th century.

The image shows a scrapbook page with seven different newspaper clippings, all related to the Fogg Museum acquiring an ivory casket of the Guelph Treasure in December 1930. Each clipping varies in size and seems to be presenting news from different publications mentioning information about the acquisition, historical context, and significance of the artifact. Several dates and newspaper names are handwritten around the clippings, presumably indicating the dates of publication and the sources of each article. The headlines read as follows:

1. "FOGG MUSEUM GETS A GUELPH CASKET" - NY Times, Dec. 13.
2. "RARE CASKET SOLD TO FOGG MUSEUM" - NY Evening Post, Dec. 15.
3. "HARVARD OBTAINS RELIC OF ITALY" - Herald, Dec. 13.
4. "Fogg Museum Acquires Ivory Casket of the Guelph Treasure" - Transcript, Dec. 20.
5. "ANTIQUE ART PIECE BOUGHT BY HARVARD" - Post, Dec. 14.
6. "The Guelph Treasure" - Christian Science Monitor, Dec. 27.
7. "FOGG ART MUSEUM" - Gazette, Dec. 27, 1930.

The entire page appears to be mounted or affixed onto a larger sheet, possibly for archival or display purposes, and contains three punched holes on the left-hand side, suggesting it might be part of a binder or collection.

The image shows a scrapbook or archival page containing several newspaper clippings related to the acquisition of a rare ivory casket by the Fogg Art Museum (part of Harvard University). The clippings are from different newspapers and dates, ranging mostly from December 1930.

Key details from the clippings include:

• The Fogg Art Museum acquired an ivory casket believed to be made in the 12th century in Palermo, Sicily.
• The casket is a significant part of the Guelph treasure, a famous medieval ecclesiastical art collection originally intended as a jewel casket but later used for sacred relics.
• The acquisition was made through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund, though the price paid was not disclosed in all articles. One article mentions a possible value of $5,000,000.
• The casket is described as being made of oak, ivory, and bronze, tower-shaped with octagonal lids decorated with ivory.
• The casket was brought to New York for exhibition and was reportedly one of the first important pieces of the Guelph treasure to leave Europe.
• The clippings come from sources like the New York Times, New York Evening Post, Herald, Christian Science Monitor, and more.
• One clipping also notes exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including the Paintings of the Naumburg Bequest, 19th-century watercolors, and Rembrandt etchings.

The page appears to be carefully organized with handwritten newspaper source names and dates above or beside each clipping, documenting media coverage of this important museum acquisition.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings or articles from various publications, all dated around December 1930, focusing on the acquisition of an ivory casket by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings are presented on a single page, with each article from a different newspaper or publication, as indicated by the headings and bylines.

Key Details from the Image:

1. Top Left: New York Times (Dec. 13)

• Headline: "FOGG MUSEUM GETS RARE IVORY CASKET"
• Subheadline: "Price Paid for Guelph Collection on View Here Is Not Disclosed"
• Content:
  • The Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University has acquired a Guelph treasure from the Goldschmidt Galleries, 730 Fifth Avenue, New York.
  • The treasure, a 12th-century ivory casket, is part of the Guelph collection. It was purchased through the museum's Alpheus Hyatt Fund.
  • The price paid for the casket is undisclosed.
  • The casket is described as a rare and important example of medieval art, originally made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century. It was used in workshops at Palermo and is one of the few known examples of its type.
  • The casket is valued at approximately $50,000.

2. Top Right: New York Evening Post (Dec. 15)

• Headline: "RARE CASKET SOLD TO FOGG MUSEUM"
• Subheadline: "Is First Important Part of Guelph Treasure to Be Purchased Here"
• Content:
  • The Fogg Art Museum has acquired an ivory casket made in the 12th century in Sicily.
  • The casket is part of the Guelph treasure, which was first brought to New York for exhibition by the Goldschmidt Galleries.
  • It is described as a rare example of medieval art, originally made in Palermo, Sicily, and is one of the few known examples of its type.
  • The casket is valued at $50,000 and was purchased through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.

3. Middle Right: Herald (Dec. 13)

• Headline: "HARVARD OBTAINS RELIC OF ITALY"
• Subheadline: "Fogg Art Museum Buys Ivory Casket Made in Sicily in 12th Century"
• Content:
  • The Fogg Art Museum has acquired an ivory casket made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century.
  • The casket is part of the Guelph treasure and was purchased through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund.
  • The casket is described as a rare example of medieval art, originally made in Palermo and used in workshops at Palermo. It is one of the few known examples of its type.
  • The casket is valued at $50,000.

4. Bottom Left: Christian Science Monitor (Dec. 27, 1930)

• Headline: "Fogg Museum Acquires Ivory Casket of the Guelph Treasure"
• Content:
  • The Fogg Art Museum has acquired an ivory casket from the Goldschmidt Galleries, 730 Fifth Avenue, New York.
  • The casket is part of the Guelph treasure, which has been on public exhibition at the museum for the first time in America.
  • The casket is described as a rare example of medieval art, originally made in Palermo, Sicily, in the 12th century. It was used in workshops at Palermo and is one of the few known examples of its type.
  • The casket is valued at $50,000.

5. Bottom Right: Gazette (Dec. 27, 1930)

• Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
• Content:
  • This section mentions an exhibition of paintings by the Naumburg Bequest, featuring 19th-century watercolors and Rembrandt etchings.

Overall Context:

• The articles collectively highlight the acquisition of a significant medieval artifact—an ivory casket from the 12th century—by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
• The casket is part of the Guelph treasure and is noted for its historical and artistic importance, being one of the few known examples of its type.
• The purchase was made through the Alpheus Hyatt Fund, and the value of the casket is consistently reported as $50,000 across the articles.
• The casket is described as having been made in Palermo, Sicily, and used in workshops there, reflecting its origins in medieval Europe.

Visual Layout:

• The page is formatted like a scrapbook or archive, with multiple clippings arranged side by side.
• Each article is clearly labeled with the publication name and date.
• Handwritten notes and markings (e.g., "transcript Dec. 20") are visible, suggesting the page may have been part of a research or archival collection.

This image provides a historical snapshot of the Fogg Art Museum's acquisition of a significant medieval artifact in 1930, showcasing the importance of the casket and the museum's efforts to acquire rare and valuable pieces of art.