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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794190

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The image appears to be a historical document, likely a clipping from a newspaper or a news article, dated January 31, 1931, and labeled as a "Transcript." The document is titled "IN THE ART WORLD" and contains two main excerpts discussing exhibitions of Goya prints.

  1. Top Section:

    • The text describes an exhibition of Goya prints at the Fogg Museum. It mentions the dates of the exhibition, which began in the third week of February and lasted until the middle of March. The exhibition featured a collection of prints by Goya, loaned by Philip Hafer and the museum's own collection.
    • The Hafer group included drawings, etchings after Velásquez, and four complete series of etchings, such as "Desastres de la Guerra," "La Tauromaquia," "Los Caprichos," and "Los Proverbios," along with many rare proofs and first states.
  2. Middle Section:

    • The text is from "IN THE ART WORLD," dated Boston, and attributed to F.W. Coburn. It discusses another exhibition of Goya's works titled "GOYESCAS," which was opened at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on February 25, continuing through April 1. The exhibition featured a collection of drawings and etchings by Pancho Goya.
    • The article highlights that this collection would be considered extraordinary in many cities and includes fine impressions lent by Philip Hofer of New York and W.G. Russell Allen of Boston. It mentions the presence of rare proofs and the Goya series, such as Caprices, Disasters of War, Proverbs, and Bull-fights. The text also notes that the Bulls of Bordeaux were included, made when the artist was 80 years old.
  3. Bottom Section:

    • The document is labeled "THE BOSTON HERALD, SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 1931," indicating the date and source of the article.

The document also includes a small photograph of a Goya print, captioned as "One of a group of drawings and etchings loaned by Philip Hofer of New York and W.G. Russell Allen of Boston to the Fogg Art Museum for exhibition through April 1."

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This image is a scanned page from a historical document, likely a scrapbook or archive entry. It contains multiple elements:

  1. Top Section: A small, typed excerpt titled "Goya at the Fogg," dated January 31, 1931. This text discusses an exhibit of prints by Goya at the Fogg Museum, featuring works from Philip Hafer's collection and the museum's own collection. It mentions specific series like "Desastres de la Guerra," "La Tauromaquia," "Los Caprichos," and "Los Proverbios," including rare proofs and first states.

  2. Middle Section: A larger newspaper clipping with the heading "IN THE ART WORLD" from "THE BOSTON HERALD, SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 1931." The article is by F. W. Coburn and discusses various art-related events in Boston. It mentions a lecture on "The Engravings of Nanteuil" at the Museum of Fine Arts and an exhibition of drawings and etchings by Pancho Goya at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The exhibit includes rare impressions and proofs from collections by Philip Hofer and W. G. Russell Allen.

  3. Image: Within the newspaper clipping, there is a black-and-white illustration titled "'THIS HAVE I SEEN' By Pancho Goya." The image depicts a scene with a central figure, possibly a woman, in a dynamic pose, surrounded by other figures and what appears to be a chaotic environment. The caption below the image explains that it is part of the group of drawings and etchings loaned to the Fogg Art Museum for the exhibition.

  4. Handwritten Note: Below the typed excerpt at the top, there is a handwritten note that says "Transcript January 31, 1931."

The page is organized with multiple punched holes on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or scrapbook. The overall content focuses on art exhibitions and lectures, particularly related to Goya's works.

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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from The Boston Herald, dated Sunday, March 1, 1931. The clipping has been mounted or taped onto a larger, aged, off-white sheet of paper that has three punched holes along its left edge, suggesting it was stored in a binder. A handwritten note in black ink near the top left reads "Transcript January 31, 1931", likely indicating when the clipping was transcribed or saved.

The newspaper article itself is titled "IN THE ART WORLD" and focuses on arts news from BOSTON.

The article, written by F. W. Coburn, contains two primary sections:

  1. Museum of Fine Arts Lecture: It announces a free illustrated lecture on “The Engravings of Natteuil” by Henry I. Seaver at the Museum of Fine Arts on the afternoon of March 1, 1931, at 3:30 PM. It also lists the museum's daily free guidance schedule.

  2. Goya Exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum: The main feature is a review or notice of an exhibition titled “THIS HAVE I SEEN”—By Pancho Goya (referring to Francisco Goya). This exhibition of Goya’s drawings and etchings opened at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on February 25, 1931, and was scheduled to run through April 1, 1931.

    The article describes the exhibition as “extraordinary,” noting it includes “fine impressions” lent by Philip Hofer of New York and W. G. Russell Allen of Boston. It highlights that the collection contains rare proofs and includes all four of Goya’s famous series: Caprichos, Desasters of War, Proverbios, and Bull-fights. It also mentions a specific drawing of a bullfight, made when the artist was 86 years old.

    Accompanying the article is a monochrome reproduction of one of Goya’s drawings. The caption beneath the image reads: “One of a group of drawings and etchings loaned by Philip Hofer of New York and W. G. Russell Allen of Boston to the Fogg Art Museum for exhibition through April 1.” The image itself depicts a dynamic, dark, and somewhat chaotic scene, likely a bullfight, with figures and a bull rendered in Goya’s characteristic expressive style.

In the top left corner, separate from the main article, there is a smaller box with the heading "Goya at the Fogg" which reiterates information about the exhibit’s dates (third week of February to mid-March) and its contents, specifically mentioning the Desastres de la Guerra, Los Caprichos, and Los Proverbios series, including “many rare proofs and first states.”

Overall, the clipping documents a significant early 20th-century public exhibition of Francisco Goya’s prints in Boston, highlighting the cultural importance of the event and providing specific details about the artworks on display.

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A newspaper clipping is on a white background. The clipping is from "The Boston Herald" on Sunday, March 1, 1931. The headline reads "IN THE ART WORLD." Below the headline, there is a subheading that reads "THIS HAVE I SEEN"-By Pancho Goya. Below the subheading, there is an image of a drawing of a woman holding a baby. The image is surrounded by a black border.

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The image is a scanned copy of a page from a newspaper. The page has a beige background with several text sections and an image. The main headline at the top reads "IN THE ART WORLD" in large, bold black letters. Below this headline, there is a subheading that says "BOSTON" in smaller, bold black letters.

To the left of the headline, there is a smaller text box with the title "Goya at the Fogg." This section provides information about an exhibition of works by Goya at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, which will be on view from February 28 to April 1. It mentions that the exhibition includes a collection of etchings, lent by Philip Hofer of New York, and W. G. Russell Allen of Boston, and includes rare proofs of "Los Caprichos" and "Los Proverbios."

Below this section, there is another text box with the title "Transcript January 31, 1931." This section provides additional information about the exhibition, including details about the specific works on display and their significance.

To the right of the headline, there is an image of a group of people gathered around a table, possibly viewing artwork. The image is in black and white and appears to be a photograph. Below the image, there is a caption that reads "One of a group of drawings and etchings loaned by Philip Hofer of New York and W. G. Russell Allen of Boston to the Fogg Art Museum for exhibition through April 1."

At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller text box with the title "THE BOSTON HERALD, SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 1931." This section provides information about the newspaper in which the article was published, including the date and the name of the publication.

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The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping from The Boston Herald, dated Sunday, March 1, 1931. The clipping is titled "IN THE ART WORLD" and is a transcript of an article dated January 31, 1931, discussing an art exhibition by Pancho Goya.

Key Details:

  1. Headline and Title:

    • The main headline is "IN THE ART WORLD", indicating the section of the newspaper dedicated to art news.
    • A subheading reads "BOSTON", specifying the location of the events being reported.
    • The article is authored by F. W. Coburn.
  2. Exhibition Details:

    • The article announces an exhibition of drawings and etchings by Pancho Goya, which was opened at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on February 28.
    • The exhibition is set to continue through April.
    • The collection includes works such as "Los Caprichos", "Los Provérbios", "Los Tauromaquia", and "Los Desastres de la Guerra", among others.
    • The exhibition features rare proofs and first states of Goya's works.
  3. Visual Element:

    • To the right of the article, there is a black-and-white photograph depicting a group of people, likely attendees or participants at the exhibition. The individuals appear to be engaged in a discussion or viewing the art, and the setting suggests an indoor gallery or museum environment.
  4. Caption and Additional Text:

    • Below the photograph, a caption reads: "One of a group of drawings and etchings loaned by Philip Hofer of New York and W. G. Russell Allen of Boston for exhibition through April 1."
    • This indicates that the works were loaned for the exhibition by two individuals: Philip Hofer from New York and W. G. Russell Allen from Boston.
  5. Layout and Design:

    • The clipping has a clean, typed layout typical of newspaper articles from the early 20th century.
    • The top of the clipping includes a handwritten note that reads "Transcript January 31, 1931", suggesting that this is a transcribed or copied version of the original article.

Context:

The article highlights the significance of the Goya exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing the rarity and importance of the works on display. It also provides insight into the art world of the early 1930s, showcasing the role of museums, collectors, and journalists in promoting and documenting art exhibitions. The inclusion of a photograph adds a visual dimension, capturing the atmosphere of the event and the engagement of visitors with the art.

Overall, the image serves as a historical document, preserving details about an art exhibition and the cultural context of the time.

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The image shows an archival presentation of newspaper clippings mounted on a light beige paper or cardstock with visible holes punched in for filing. On the upper left corner, there is a smaller newspaper clipping with the title "Goya's at the Fogg," and it appears to mention an exhibition of works by Goya at a location called the Fogg Museum, including references to various artworks such as etchings, velvets, and aquatint compositions. Below it, a handwritten note reads "Transcript January 31, 1931," indicating the date of the article or perhaps when the clipping was documented.

The central and largest clipping features a bold headline "IN THE ART WORLD," followed by a subheading "THIS HAVE I SEEN!—By Pancho Goya." This suggests that it may be an article or column related to art reviews or exhibitions, possibly authored by someone using the pen name Pancho Goya, which evokes the famous Spanish artist Francisco Goya.

Below the heading, there is a smaller section titled "BOSTON," outlining details about art exhibitions in Boston, including information on where and when they are happening, such as an event at the Museum of Fine Arts on a Sunday afternoon. Specific collections and artworks, including "Goyescas," are mentioned, indicating an emphasis on Spanish art.

In the lower right corner of the large clipping, there's a photograph with a caption that references a group of drawings and etchings loaned by Philip Hofer of New York for an exhibition.

The bottom of the main paper support states "THE BOSTON HERALD, SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 1931," establishing the source and date of the publication.

The document appears to be historical in nature and is from a time when newspaper articles and reviews were the primary source of information about cultural events and art exhibitions.

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The image is of a scrapbook page containing a newspaper article and a small clipping. The main article is from "THE BOSTON HERALD, SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 1931," and is titled "IN THE ART WORLD," specifically focusing on an exhibition titled "THIS HAVE I SEEN," by Pancho Goya. The article provides details about an illustrated lecture at 3:30 p.m. by F.W. Coburn at the Museum of Fine Arts, as well as information about the Goya exhibition running through April 1st with sketches and etchings loaned by Phillip Hofer of New York and W.G. Russell Allen of Boston.

There is also another clipping at the top left of the scrapbook page titled "Goya at the Fogg," which mentions exhibitions at Harvard University beginning in the third week of February and continuing through March, featuring works donated by Phillip Hofer. Additionally, there is handwritten text on the scrapbook page that states "Transcript January 31, 1931."

The article is accompanied by an image of one of the drawings displayed in the exhibition, depicting a group scene.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several vintage newspaper clippings mounted on a light tan sheet. The left edge has three punched holes, and the edges are slightly worn.

  • At the top left is a small orange clipping titled something like “Goya at the Fog” with a handwritten note below that reads “Transcript January 31, 1931.”
  • The main clipping dominates the page: a bold headline reading “IN THE ART WORLD,” with a smaller line “BOSTON” to the left and a subtitle in quotes—“THIS HAVE I SEEN” — By Pancho Goya.
  • A black-and-white photograph sits beneath the headline, showing a group of people looking at art.
  • A caption beneath the photo mentions drawings and etchings loaned by Philip Hofer and William Rus­sel Albert (or similar names) for an exhibition, ending with “through April 1.”
  • At the bottom is a narrow clipping that reads “THE BOSTON HERALD, SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 1931.”

Overall, it’s an archival collage or scrapbook page from 1931 about art news in Boston.

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The image shows a beige or light cream-colored scrapbook or album page with two newspaper clippings glued onto it. On the top left corner, there is a small clipping titled "Goya at the Fogg," discussing an exhibition of prints by Goya at the Fogg Museum starting in the third week of February and lasting until mid-March. It mentions the collection was loaned by Philip Hofer and includes works by Velázquez and four complete series of etchings.

Below and slightly to the right is a larger newspaper clipping titled "IN THE ART WORLD" with a subheading “THIS HAVE I SEEN?” — By Pancho Goya, from The Boston Herald, dated Sunday, March 1, 1931. The article is by F.W. Coburn and talks about an exhibition of drawings and etchings by Pancho Goya held at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts from February 23 to April 5. It mentions that the exhibit includes fine impressions lent by Philip Hofer of New York and W.G. Russell Allen of Boston, including prints such as "Caprices," "Disasters of War," "Proverbs," and "Bull-fights." There's a black and white image accompanying the larger article showing a group of drawings and etchings. Below the image is a caption noting that the works were loaned by Philip Hofer and W.G. Russell Allen to the Fogg Art Museum for exhibition through April 1.

Handwritten below the smaller clipping is the transcription date: "Transcript January 31, 1931." The page has three holes punched on the left side, suggesting it is meant to be placed in a binder.