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The image is a newspaper clipping from The Harvard Crimson, dated November 21, 1931. The article discusses the Fogg Museum's plans to expand its facilities to better accommodate its growing collections and needs.

Key points from the article include:

1. Expansion Plans: The Fogg Museum intends to build a new wing to house the Naumburg Art Collection, which was bequeathed to the museum by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg in 1930. The new wing will extend to Prescott Street and will provide additional space for exhibitions, library facilities, and a "Quiet Restful Place" for students to read and discuss art.

2. Funding: The museum has received a $125,000 bequest from Mrs. Naumburg, which includes a rare collection of paintings and other artworks. The funds will be used for the installation and maintenance of the new wing.

3. Purpose of the New Wing: The addition will serve multiple purposes, including displaying the Naumburg collection, providing a reading room, and offering a space for concerts and recitals. The wing will be designed to replicate the living room, dining room, and entrance hall of Mrs. Naumburg's New York apartment, preserving the original setting of the artworks.

4. Comparison with Other Projects: The article mentions other museum projects, such as the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston and the Cleveland Museum of Art, highlighting the trend of housing art collections in settings that mimic their original environments.

5. Growing Needs: The Fogg Museum's current facilities are insufficient for its growing collections and the increasing number of students and researchers using the library. The new wing aims to address these needs by providing more space and improved facilities.

Overall, the article emphasizes the Fogg Museum's commitment to expanding its facilities to better serve its patrons and preserve its valuable art collections.

The document discusses the Fogg Museum's plans to build a new wing to house the Naumburg art collection, which includes significant pieces like Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man" and El Greco's "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple." The new wing, to be constructed on the east side of the museum, will also provide additional space for the museum's growing collections and may include a living room for art similar to the Farnsworth Room. The project is funded by a $125,000 bequest from the Naumburg family, with an additional $100,000 allocated for the construction. The new wing will be located at the southwest corner of the building, extending toward Prescott Street, and will contain display rooms, library facilities, and possibly a living room for art. The museum aims to complete the project in 1932, with the collection currently being housed in the original Harvard buildings.

The image displays an article from the Harvard Crimson newspaper, dated November 21, 1931, detailing plans for an addition to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. Here are the main points:

Headline:

Fogg Museum Will Build Addition in 1932 to House Naumburg Art Collection

Key Points:

1. Naumburg Art Collection Bequest:

   • The Fogg Museum is set to house the Naumburg art collection, which was bequeathed by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg, who passed away in 1930.
   • The bequest includes $125,000 to build and maintain a new wing for the collection.

2. Purpose and Design:

   • The new wing will extend from the present southwest corner of the museum building and is designed to resemble the Farnsworth Room.
   • It will provide a living room-like environment for the art collection, including paintings, sculptures, and other works of art.

3. Expansion Details:

   • The new addition will be three stories high and include a room for the Naumburg collection, storage for paintings, and increased library space.
   • The Naumburg room will be used for receptions, teas, and other museum gatherings.

4. Current and Future Needs:

   • The Fogg Museum's existing facilities are inadequate for current needs, particularly the library, which is overcrowded and noisy.
   • The new space will help accommodate growing Fine Arts courses and expanding collections.

5. Similar Project in Boston:

   • The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston has a similar project underway to house the Forsyth Wickes collection of 18th-century French art.

6. Museum Enhancement:

   • The new addition is expected to enhance the Fogg Museum’s capacity to serve both the university and public.
   • The Naumburg room and other spaces will be designed for flexibility and multifunctional use, including exhibitions and events.

Additional Information:

• The article mentions the potential use of the Naumburg collection's objects d'art and the importance of the collection's value.
• The new wing will be built on the east side of the museum, adjacent to Prescott Street.

Overall, the article emphasizes the significant improvements and expansions planned for the Fogg Museum to better house and display its growing collections and meet the increasing demands of its users.

The image contains two articles from a newspaper, both discussing the plans for an addition to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

1. Top Article (Headline: "Fogg Museum Will Build Addition in 1932 to House Naumburg Art Collection"):

   • The Fogg Museum plans to construct a new wing in 1932 to accommodate the Naumburg Art Collection, which includes paintings and other artworks.
   • The new wing will provide a living room for art, similar to the Farnsworth Room, and will be situated at the southwest corner of the museum, extending to Prescott Street.
   • The addition will house the Naumburg Collection, which consists of a variety of artworks, including Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man," El Greco's "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple," and works by Franz Hals, Murillo, and Lorenzo di Credi.
   • The total cost for the new wing is $125,000, with $100,000 provided by the bequest of Mrs. Aaron Naumburg for the construction and installation, and $25,000 for the upkeep and maintenance.
   • The new wing will include a living room, dining room, and entrance hall, designed to resemble the setting of Mrs. Naumburg's apartment in New York.
   • The museum will also build an addition to house its growing collections, including a Naumburg room with a fireplace and a living room for art.

2. Bottom Article (Headline: "ADDITION TO FOGG ART MUSEUM"):

   • This article reiterates the plans to add a new wing to the Fogg Art Museum to house the Naumburg Collection.
   • The wing will include a living room for art, dining room, and entrance hall, with the intention of providing a more intimate and personal setting for the artworks.
   • The collection includes notable pieces such as Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man" and El Greco's "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple."
   • The total cost is $125,000, with $100,000 allocated for the construction and $25,000 for maintenance.

Both articles emphasize the significance of the Naumburg Collection and the museum's efforts to create a suitable environment to display and preserve these artworks.

The image contains several newspaper clippings from 1931 discussing plans for the Fogg Museum to build an addition to house the Naumburg Art Collection. Here's a detailed summary:

1. Fogg Museum Planning Addition:

   • The Fogg Museum is planning to build a new wing to accommodate the Naumburg rooms. The museum's current state is deemed adequate for its library and general fine arts collection, but it needs additional exhibition rooms and social spaces.
   • The library is currently sufficient for average use but inadequate for extended reading periods and exam times. The museum faces challenges due to the lack of quiet spaces, with students often studying in the courtyard where noise from the street is an issue.

2. Naumburg Art Collection:

   • The Naumburg Art Collection, bequeathed to the museum by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg in 1930, includes a variety of significant artworks. The collection was housed in a luxurious suite at her residence in Cambridge, including a living room, dining room, and an entrance hall.
   • The museum plans to replicate this setting in the new wing, providing a "quiet restful place" for students and researchers.

3. New Wing Details:

   • The new wing will be built on Prescott Street and will include a living room for art, similar to the Farnsworth Room in the Widener Library.
   • The addition will also house the Naumburg collection and will be used for concerts and recitals, enhancing the museum's facilities for both display and educational purposes.
   • The construction will be funded by the bequest of $125,000 from Mrs. Naumburg.

4. Specific Artworks:

   • The collection includes notable pieces such as Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man," El Greco's "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple," Franz Hals's "Portrait of a Preacher," and others.

5. Additional Context:

   • The clippings also mention the museum's ongoing plans to expand and accommodate its growing collections and the need for more suitable spaces for both educational and recreational activities.

The clippings provide a detailed look at the museum's strategic planning and the significance of the Naumburg Art Collection, highlighting the importance of preserving and displaying these artworks in a fitting environment.

The image is a collage of two newspaper articles from the 1930s detailing plans for the expansion of the Fogg Museum.

Top Left Article:

• Title: "Fogg Museum"
• Content: The article discusses the Fogg Museum's acquisition of the Naumburg rooms. The museum is planning to build a new wing to house these rooms. The decision for the new wing has not yet been finalized, and the museum is currently in a state where its library is quite complete. The museum needs more space for exhibitions and possibly enlarged library rooms. The current library is deemed sufficient for average use, but the museum faces challenges due to the increasing number of students studying on-site, which leads to noise disturbances.

Top Right Article:

• Title: "Fogg Museum Will Build Addition in 1932 to House Naumburg Art Collection"
• Content: The article explains that the Fogg Museum plans to construct an addition in 1932 to house the Naumburg Art Collection. The new wing will provide a living room for the art similar to the Farnsworth Room. The museum received a bequest of $125,000 from Aaron Naumburg, which will be used for the construction and maintenance of the new wing. The Naumburg Collection includes a variety of artworks, such as Rembrandt’s "Portrait of an Old Man," El Greco’s "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple," and Murillo’s "The Holy Family," among others. This addition aims to provide suitable facilities for the Naumburg Collection and maintain the room.

Bottom Left Article:

• Title: "Boston Happenings"
• Content: This part describes a specific project in Boston where the Fogg Art Museum is planning to build an addition. The museum is breaking ground for an extension to accommodate the Naumburg Art Collection. The new wing will include several rooms for displays, research, and special events. The museum also mentions the death of Mrs. Aaron Naumburg, who left a substantial bequest for the museum's expansion.

Bottom Right Section:

• Additional Notes: It highlights the importance of the addition and mentions that the Naumburg rooms will be installed in the museum's new wing, which is designed to maintain the collection’s integrity and provide a living space for the art.

The articles collectively illustrate the museum's efforts to expand its facilities to accommodate its growing collection and the substantial bequest from Aaron Naumburg that will fund the necessary construction.

The image is a photograph of a newspaper or magazine page featuring several articles about the Fogg Museum and its plans related to the Naumburg Art Collection. The page has multiple columns of text with some handwritten notes and dates in the margins in pencil and pen.

The main headline in the center reads:
"Fogg Museum Will Build Addition in 1932 to House Naumburg Art Collection."

Other notable subheadings and texts include:

• "New Wing Will Provide Living Room of Art Similar to the Farnsworth Room"
• "$125,000 BEQUEST"
• "Fund Granted With Gift of Paintings to Provide for Housing—New Wing to Extend to Prescott Street"
• "Fogg Museum to Enlarge"
• "Whether competitively or not, art museum building projects continue to be announced."
• "Addition to Fogg Art Museum"

The articles discuss:

• Plans to construct a new wing for the museum due to recent acquisitions.
• Fund and bequest details for the new addition.
• The purpose and vision behind the new wing.
• Details about the Naumburg Art Collection and exhibits.

Handwritten dates on the page include "Nov. 24, 1931," "Oct 9, 1931," "art digest 1931," and "Sunday June 3 1932," alongside some other notes.

The content focuses on expanding the Fogg Museum to accommodate the prestigious Naumburg Art Collection, enhancing exhibition and gallery spaces, and providing more room for art and public use.

The image appears to be a scanned copy of a newspaper article from "The Harvard Crimson," dated November 24, 1931. The main headline reads "Fogg Museum Will Build Addition in 1932 to House Naumburg Art Collection." There are three columns of text with smaller subheadings and a smaller side article titled "ADDITION TO FOGG ART MUSEUM."

The main article discusses a bequest of $125,000 to provide for the building of a new wing at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, designed to house the Naumburg Art Collection. It includes details on the features of the new wing and the conditions of the gift.

The paper shows signs of aging, with yellowing and slight wear around the edges. There are also handwritten notes in the margins along various parts of the text, likely made by a previous reader for reference or commentary.

The image is a photograph of a collection of newspaper clippings. The articles focus on the Fogg Museum and its plans for expansion in 1932 to house the Naumburg Art Collection. Key points mentioned in the articles include:

1. The Fogg Museum is planning to build a new wing to accommodate the Naumburg Art Collection, along with providing additional exhibition space, a library, and other facilities.
2. The project includes adding living rooms of art similar to the Farnsworth Room, which is funded by a $125,000 bequest.
3. The expansion is aimed at further developing the museum’s capabilities to display and store a diverse range of artworks, and also to enhance educational opportunities.
4. A particular interest in the Naumburg collection, which consists of paintings and other works, is noted.
5. Details about the construction project, including the moving of a historic room from an estate in England, are provided.

The clippings are dated from November 24, 1931, and various other dates, with annotations and additional notes mentioning the museum’s activities and history.

The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or publication, likely from the early 20th century, discussing plans for an addition to the Fogg Museum. The page contains two main articles, both dated November 24, 1931, as indicated by the handwritten notation at the top right corner.

Left Article: "Fogg Museum Will Build Addition in 1932 to House Naumburg Art Collection"

• Headline: The article announces that the Fogg Museum plans to build a new wing in 1932 to house the Naumburg Art Collection.
• Content Highlights:
  • The new wing will extend from the present southwest corner of the building toward Prescott Street.
  • It will be three stories high, with three purposes: providing additional space for library facilities, offering increased space for research and special work, and housing the Naumburg Art Collection.
  • The Naumburg Art Collection includes works of art, textiles, and objects d'art, with notable pieces such as Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man," El Greco's "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple," Franz Hals' "Portrait of a Preacher," Murillo's "The Holy Family," Lorenzi's "Cref's Madonna and Child," and other notable works.
  • The collection was bequeathed to the museum in 1930 by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City. It includes rooms, dining rooms, and an entrance hall of her Cambridge, New York, home, which will be replicated in the new wing.
  • The new wing will feature a living room similar to the original Naumburg residence, with walls paneled in oak, cork floors, and lime-washed ceilings.
  • The cost of the addition is estimated at $125,000, which will be used for construction, installation, and maintenance.

Right Article: "New Wing Will Provide Living Room of Art Similar to the Farnsworth Bequest"

• Headline: This article elaborates on the design and purpose of the new wing, emphasizing its similarity to the Farnsworth Bequest.
• Content Highlights:
  • The new wing will provide a living room of art, similar to the Farnsworth Bequest, which was a previous donation to the museum.
  • The living room will be situated on the second floor and will serve as a quiet space for students to read and discuss art at their leisure.
  • The addition will include a series of rooms along Prescott Street, extending from the present southwest corner of the building toward Prescott Street.
  • The design will feature cork floors, lime-washed ceilings, and paneled walls, replicating the original Naumburg residence.
  • The wing will also include a library facility, classrooms for art courses, and other spaces for research and study.
  • The total cost of the addition is $125,000, which will cover construction, installation, and maintenance.

Additional Notes:

• The page includes a handwritten note at the top right corner: "Crimson Nov. 24, 1931", indicating the source and date of the article.
• The left margin contains handwritten annotations, including the word "Crimson" and a date "Nov. 24, 1931", as well as some numerical markings and signatures, suggesting it may have been part of an archive or collection.
• The overall layout and typography are consistent with early 20th-century newspaper design, featuring dense text and clear headings.

Summary:

The image depicts a historical newspaper page from November 24, 1931, detailing plans for a new wing at the Fogg Museum. The wing is intended to house the Naumburg Art Collection, featuring a living room designed to replicate the original Naumburg residence, along with additional library and classroom spaces. The project is estimated to cost $125,000 and will be completed in 1932. The article highlights the significance of the Naumburg Collection and the architectural details of the new wing.