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The image shows a two-page spread from a book or a file. On the left page, there is a newspaper clipping titled "NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD." The article explains that the Fogg Museum of Art has a strict policy where all objects submitted to the museum for purchase must be approved by a jury of the Fine Arts Faculty, which consists of highly qualified art judges. This measure is intended to prevent the acquisition of fake or bogus art. The article mentions that this system is more reliable than relying on a single expert, as illustrated by a recent incident where the Boston Museum of Fine Arts was deceived by a forgery. The clipping is dated September 30, 1930, and has a handwritten note at the bottom that appears to say "Cambridge, Sept 30, 1930." The right page is blank. Both pages appear to be held in a binder, as they have three holes punched along the left edge.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated October 30, 1930. The headline reads "No Bogus Art 'Treasures' Have Been Sold to Harvard," and the article discusses the scrutiny placed on the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University regarding the authenticity of artworks.

The main points of the article are:

• The Fogg Museum of Art has been accused of accepting fake or counterfeit artworks.
• The museum's acceptance of these items was reviewed by a jury of Fine Arts faculty members.
• A significant incident involving the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, where nearly $100,000 worth of artworks were suspected to be fakes, was thrown into the public eye. This incident involved a painting by a highly acclaimed artist, El Greco, which was deemed a forgery.
• The Fogg Museum's process for accepting artworks has been questioned, with a larger jury rather than a single decision-maker being recommended to minimize such mistakes.

The clipping is part of a larger document, as suggested by the visible file folder tabs on the left side of the image.

The image shows a piece of paper with a newspaper clipping attached. The headline of the clipping reads: "No Bogus Art 'Treasures' Have Been Sold to Harvard."

The article discusses a situation at the Fogg Museum of Art, where the acquisition of art objects is subject to approval by a jury composed of the Fine Arts Faculty. It mentions that the care of "fake" artworks was thrown into question when the Boston Museum of Fine Arts had purchased nearly $100,000 worth of spurious paintings. The article suggests that the Fogg Museum's responsibility for acceptance lies with a large jury rather than a single museum official, which reduces the risk of such incidents.

The clipping is dated October 30, 1930, and the paper is labeled "Cummings" on the bottom left corner. The paper itself appears to be an archival document, possibly part of a file, as evidenced by the metal rings on the sides.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated December 5, 1930, which is mounted on a piece of paper within a folder. The headline reads:

"NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD
Jury of Fine Arts Faculty Must Pass on All Purchases at Fogg"

The article states that according to information received at the Fogg Museum of Art, no bogus art treasures have been foisted upon the museum. It mentions that all objects submitted to the museum must pass a jury composed of the Fine Arts Faculty, which includes highly qualified art judges.

The article continues to describe a recent incident where a care of "fakes" was discovered in the art world a few days prior. This involved the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, which had been duped into purchasing nearly $100,000 worth of spurious paintings. Specifically, a highly prized canvas was revealed to be a fake by El Greco. The responsibility for accepting the Fogg Museum's art purchases lies with a large jury, rather than a single museum director, which minimizes the risk of such accidents.

The image is of a newspaper clipping with an article titled "No Bogus Art 'Treasures' Have Been Sold to Harvard." The article discusses the procedures at the Fogg Museum of Art regarding the authenticity of art acquisitions.

Key points include:

1. Verification Process: According to the information received by the Fogg Museum of Art, no counterfeit "treasures" have been purchased. All objects submitted to the museum must pass a rigorous review by a jury composed of the Fine Arts Faculty, which is described as a highly qualified group of art experts.

2. Recent Scandal: A reference is made to a scandal a few days earlier where the Boston Museum of Fine Arts was reported to have bought supposedly valuable paintings worth $160,000, which turned out to be forgeries. These paintings were purportedly created by a well-known artist, El Greco.

3. Response and Responsibility: As a response to the scandal, the Fogg Museum reaffirms its procedure of thorough examination by multiple experts rather than relying on a single individual. This approach aims to reduce the possibility of such an incident occurring at the Fogg Museum to a minimum.

The article emphasizes the strict verification process at the Fogg Museum to ensure the authenticity of their art acquisitions.

The image shows a document dated October 30, 1930, from Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document is a news article or press release titled "NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD." The main points of the document are as follows:

1. The document clarifies that Harvard University has not purchased any "bogus art treasures."
2. All objects submitted to the Fogg Museum of Harvard University must be approved by a jury composed of the Fine Arts Faculty.
3. The jury ensures that only high-quality art pieces are accepted.
4. The article mentions a recent incident where the Boston Museum of Fine Arts was suspected of having been sold forged paintings.
5. The contents of the Fogg Museum are stated to be authentic, as they are reviewed by a large jury rather than a single individual, reducing the chances of accepting forgeries.

The document appears to be a response to concerns about the authenticity of artworks in museums, emphasizing Harvard's rigorous process for acquiring art.

The image displays a piece of paper which appears to be an archival document or a clippings page. At the top of the paper, centered, is a text clipping with the headline "NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD". Below the headline, there is a subheading that says "Jury of Fine Arts Faculty Must Pass On All Purchases at Fogg". The article text below goes on to describe the oversight process related to art acquisitions at Harvard, ensuring that all art objects submitted to the museum must be passed upon by a jury composed of the Fine Arts Faculty judges.

To the right of the clipping, there is a faded vertical rectangle possibly indicating where another article or object may have been placed or removed. The paper has two punched holes on the left-hand side with metal rings indicating it may have been stored in a binder. There is a handwritten notation at the bottom left of the page that reads "Gaz July 5-30". The paper has a slightly discolored, aged appearance, and the edges show a bit of wear. The background upon which the document is placed is neutral-colored, allowing the document to stand out clearly.

The image contains a page with an old newspaper clipping attached to it. The clipping's headline reads "NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD." The subtitle states "Jury of Fine Arts Faculty Must Pass on All Purchases at Fogg." It discusses the measures taken to ensure that no fake art objects are acquired by Harvard University, mentioning the involvement of the Fine Arts Faculty in vetting purchases. The clipping is dated "Crimson Oct. 30 1930" written on the left side in pencil. The page has three punched holes on the left side indicating it may have been part of a binder or notebook.

The image shows a single piece of paper with a small typewritten article pasted on the upper left side. The article is titled "NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD" and details how the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard ensures that no fake artworks are sold to the institution by having all purchases reviewed by a jury of Fine Arts Faculty. It references a scandal where the Boston Museum of Fine Arts was duped into purchasing fraudulent paintings, emphasizing Harvard's precautionary measures. The article is dated "Oct 30, 1930" as handwritten in pencil below the clipping, and the word "Crimson" is also written there in pencil. The paper has three punched holes along the left edge, suggesting it might have been part of a binder or scrapbook. The paper itself is slightly yellowed and shows some faint rectangular discoloration marks, likely from previous attachments or document storage.

The image shows a typed document on a light-colored sheet of paper. The document appears to be a news article or editorial piece discussing the acquisition policies of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The headline at the top reads: "NO BOGUS ART 'TREASURES' HAVE BEEN SOLD TO HARVARD", followed by the subheading: "Jury of Fine Arts Faculty Must Pass on All Purchases at Fogg."

The body of the text explains that, according to information received at the Fogg Museum of Art, no "bogus art" or "treasures" have been purchased by the museum. It emphasizes that all objects submitted to the museum must first be approved by a jury composed of highly qualified art judges, a group of Fine Arts Faculty members.

The article references a recent incident involving the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, where a painting valued at nearly $100,000 was deemed spurious and attributed to Eli Greco. The text highlights the importance of having a large jury rather than relying on a single individual's judgment to minimize the risk of such errors.

At the bottom of the document, there is a handwritten note that reads: "Churston Oct 30 1930", indicating the author's name and the date of the document.

The overall tone of the document is formal and informative, focusing on the museum's rigorous acquisition process to ensure the integrity of its collection. The document is dated October 30, 1930, and appears to be a historical artifact, likely from a newspaper or magazine.