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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794234

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The image appears to be a document or news clipping related to art exhibitions. The visible text is a news article about a College Art Association program to tour art shows across 273 institutions. It mentions plans for 39 traveling exhibitions, with seven stops each, and highlights that 35 of these exhibitions will visit the United States, while four will travel to Canada and Puerto Rico. The article also details the types of exhibitions, including American, foreign, international, and applied arts, and lists specific themes such as "Dutch Painting, Genre and Still Life" and "Moods of the Middle West." The text is printed in a typewriter-like font, and the document has a hole punch on the left margin, suggesting it is part of a binder or archive. The background of the document is cream-colored, and the text is in a dark color, likely black or dark blue.

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This image is a photograph of an old newspaper clipping pasted onto a beige sheet of paper. The clipping is from a publication dated April 6, 1931, and it discusses the plans of the College Art Association for 39 traveling art exhibitions that will visit 273 institutions. The headline reads "ART SHOWS TO TOUR 273 INSTITUTIONS." The article mentions that 35 art exhibitions will circulate throughout the United States, and four will visit Canada and Porto Rico during the season beginning next October. The exhibitions are divided into four groups: American, foreign, international, and applied arts. It also details the types of art included in each group, such as contemporary art in America, historical surveys of American art, special subject exhibitions, and regional exhibitions. The foreign exhibitions include Dutch Painting, Genre and Still Life, and other international art from countries like Catalonia, Hungary, and Japan. The clipping is bordered by a thin black line and has a handwritten note in the top left corner that reads "NY Times Apr 6, 1931." The beige sheet of paper has three punched holes on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder.

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping or press release, mounted or pasted onto a larger, off-white sheet of paper with three punched holes along its left margin, suggesting it was filed in a binder.

The clipping, dated October 6, 1931 (handwritten in pencil in the upper-left corner of the clipping itself), is titled in bold: “ART SHOWS TO TOUR 273 INSTITUTIONS”.

It announces the College Art Association’s augmented exhibition program for the 1931–32 season, beginning the following October. The key points include:

  • 39 traveling exhibitions are planned (35 in the United States, 4 in Canada and Puerto Rico).
  • Each exhibition will make approximately seven stops.
  • The goal is to reach at least 273 institutions total.
  • The exhibitions are categorized into four groups: American, foreign, international, and applied arts.
  • The American exhibitions will include historical surveys, contemporary art, regional groups (“Moods of the Middle West,” “Paintings by Woodstock Artists”), and subject exhibitions (portraits, seascapes, American scenes).
  • The foreign exhibitions (ten in total) will feature:
    • A “Dutch Painting, Genre and Still Life” exhibition (25 important 17th-century works, curated by Dr. William R. Valentiner of the Detroit Institute of Arts).
    • “Little Dutch Masters” — 40 paintings by lesser-known but representative painters from Holland, never before exhibited in America.
    • Contemporary Art from Catalonia, Art of Modern Hungary, Modern German Woodcuts, and Modern Japanese Prints (assembled from Tullerías exhibitions).

The article describes the announcement as having been made at the association’s twentieth annual meeting.

Overall, the image documents an ambitious, large-scale art touring initiative from 1931, aimed at bringing both American and international art to a wide audience across North America.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine with an article about an art exhibition program organized by the College Art Association. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The page has a title at the top that reads "ART SHOWS TO TOUR 273 INSTITUTIONS" and a smaller subtitle "College Association Gives Plans for 39 Traveling Exhibitions to Make Seven Stops Each."

The main article begins with the text "UNITED STATES TO SEE 35" and goes on to describe the exhibition program. It states that the College Art Association, which concluded its twentieth annual meeting, has announced an augmented exhibition program for the season of 1931-32, beginning next October.

The article mentions that there will be four exhibitions to visit Canada and Porto Rico during the season. It provides details about the exhibitions, including the number of places they will visit, the types of art they will showcase, and the institutions that will host them.

The exhibitions are divided into four groups: foreign, American, American applied, and contemporary American art. The foreign exhibitions will include paintings, drawings, and prints from various countries. The American exhibitions will feature portraits of prominent people and subjects from different regions. The American applied exhibitions will include works by Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio artists. The contemporary American art exhibitions will showcase paintings by William R. Valentiner, the director of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

The article also mentions that the exhibitions will be on display for a limited time, as they are intended to circulate throughout the United States and Canada.

Overall, the image depicts a page from a publication that announces an art exhibition program organized by the College Art Association, providing details about the exhibitions, their themes, and the institutions that will host them.

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The image shows a piece of paper with a piece of newsprint attached to it. The paper is white, and the newsprint is in black. The paper has a hole punch on the left side, and the newsprint is attached to the paper with a staple. The newsprint is titled "Art Shows to Tour 273 Institutions" and provides information about a traveling exhibition program organized by the College Art Association. The program aims to bring art exhibitions to various institutions across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The exhibitions will cover a range of art forms, including contemporary American art, modern Hungarian art, modern German art, woodcuts, and modern Japanese prints. The program is set to begin in October and will continue throughout the season of 1931-32.

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The image shows a page from a publication or document titled "ART SHOWS TO TOUR". The heading indicates that 273 institutions will be participating in a traveling exhibition program organized by the College Art Association. The document outlines plans for a 39 traveling exhibition program designed to make seven stops each in the United States, with an additional 35 institutions to visit Canada and Puerto Rico during the next season, beginning October.

Key Details from the Text:

  1. Exhibition Program Overview:

    • The College Art Association has announced an augmented exhibition program for the season of 1932-33, starting in October.
    • The program includes 35 traveling exhibitions across the United States, with each exhibition visiting seven places.
    • 273 institutions will participate in the program, divided into four groups: American, foreign, international, and applied arts.
    • In addition to the main exhibitions, there will be:
      • Five exhibitions of contemporary art in America.
      • One historical survey of American art.
      • Three regional exhibitions (including portraits, young people, seascapes, and American scenes from the Middle West).
      • Two subject exhibitions (comprising paintings by Ohio artists and Woodstock Artists).
  2. Exhibition Categories:

    • American Exhibitions: Includes paintings by artists from Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio, as well as the Woodstock Artists.
    • Foreign Exhibitions: Features Dutch Painting: Genre and Still Life, which includes twenty-five important examples of seventeenth-century Dutch painting assembled under the supervision of Valentin Valentiner, director of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
    • International Exhibitions: Includes Little Dutch Masters, contemporary paintings by lesser-known but highly regarded painters from Holland, and not before exhibited in America.
    • Applied Arts: Includes exhibitions of modern art from Czechoslovakia, contemporary art from Hungary, the Art of Modern Germany, Tullies exhibitions, Modern German Woodcuts, and Modern Japanese Prints.
  3. Geographical Reach:

    • The exhibitions will travel to 273 institutions in the United States.
    • Additionally, 35 institutions in Canada and Puerto Rico will host exhibitions during the next season, beginning October.

Visual Characteristics:

  • The page appears to be from a printed document, likely a newsletter, magazine, or report.
  • The text is typed in a formal, serif font, typical of mid-20th-century publications.
  • The page has a slightly aged appearance, with a light beige background and some faint markings or annotations in the margins (e.g., handwritten notes or stamps).
  • The layout is structured with clear headings and subheadings, making the information easy to follow.

Purpose:

The document serves as an announcement or informational piece, detailing the scope, structure, and content of the traveling art exhibitions organized by the College Art Association for the 1932-33 season. It highlights the diversity of art forms, regions, and themes included in the program, emphasizing both American and international contributions to the art world.

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The image depicts a yellowed newspaper clipping from an unknown publication, featuring a column of text about art exhibits. The headline reads "ART SHOWS TO TOUR 273 INSTITUTIONS" in bold black letters. Below the headline, a subheading states "College Association Gives Plans for 39 Traveling Exhibitions to Make Seven Stops Each." The article discusses the College Art Association's plans to tour 39 traveling exhibitions across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

The clipping is attached to a sheet of paper with three holes punched along the left edge, suggesting it was originally part of a binder or scrapbook. The paper itself has a yellowed appearance, indicating age and wear. The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the clipping.

Overall, the image presents a historical document that provides insight into the art world of the past. The clipping's content and condition offer a glimpse into the past, highlighting the efforts of the College Art Association to promote art exhibitions across North America.

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This image presents a newspaper clipping from 1933, featuring an article about the College Art Association's plans to exhibit 39 traveling exhibitions at 273 institutions. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with three holes punched along the left side, suggesting it was once part of a binder or folder.

The article highlights the association's efforts to make art more accessible to the public, with exhibitions scheduled to visit Canada and Puerto Rico during the upcoming season. The clipping also includes a handwritten note in the top-left corner, which appears to be a date or code.

Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the College Art Association's initiatives to promote art education and appreciation in the early 20th century.

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The image presents a yellowed piece of paper with a newspaper clipping attached to it, featuring an article about art exhibitions. The paper is off-white and has a rough edge on the right side, indicating that it may have been torn from a notebook or binder. Two holes are visible on the left side, suggesting that the paper was once bound together with other pages.

The newspaper clipping is positioned near the top-left corner of the paper and appears to be from a publication dated October 5, 1931. The headline reads "ART SHOWS TO TOUR 273 INSTITUTIONS" in bold black text, with the subheading "College Association Gives Plans for 39 Traveling Exhibitions to Make Seven Stops Each." The article discusses the College Art Association's plans to send art exhibitions to various institutions across the United States and Canada.

The clipping is partially torn, with a small section missing at the top-right corner. The remaining text is still legible, providing information about the exhibitions and their itineraries. The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is a historical document or archive, possibly related to the art world or education.

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The image presents a scanned document featuring two newspaper clippings pasted onto a sheet of paper. The paper is off-white, with three holes punched along its left edge, suggesting it was once part of a binder or folder.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • The top clipping is smaller and partially cut off, making it difficult to decipher the text.
  • The bottom clipping is larger and more legible, with the headline "ART SHOWS TO TOUR 273 INSTITUTIONS" in bold font.
  • The article discusses the College Association's plans for 39 traveling exhibitions to visit 273 institutions across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Handwritten Notes:

  • In the upper-left corner, handwritten notes are visible, although they are not entirely legible.
  • The text appears to be a date: "Oct 5" and possibly "1937."

Background:

  • The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the scanned document.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document related to art exhibitions, with handwritten notes and newspaper clippings providing context and information about the events.