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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper dated November 2, 1932, titled "The Naumberg Wing." It features an article about the opening of a new wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The main headline reads "and Fine Art Exhibitions," and below it, there is a photograph of the newly completed wing, credited to Frank G. Cairns. The caption under the photograph states, "Newly Completed Wing of Fogg Museum, Harvard, Which Is to House the Naumberg Rooms and Collection."

The article, titled "Fogg Wing Opens Nov. 9," provides details about the formal opening of the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum. The opening ceremony is scheduled for November 9, 1932, at 3 p.m., with President Lowell and Mr. Grenville L. Winthrop expected to attend.

The new wing is dedicated to the Naumberg rooms and art collection, which was donated by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg in 1930. The collection includes notable works such as Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man," and pieces by Frans Hals, Bartolomeo Murillo, and Lorenzo Lotto.

The wing's principal rooms are decorated in the style of the Louis XV period, featuring a dining room with a real fireplace and a library with a fireplace and furniture from the same era. Two other rooms serve as galleries for the collection. The article notes that the rooms are designed to provide an intimate and homelike atmosphere for the artworks, contrasting with the formal museum setting.

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The image is a clipping from the "Evening Transcript" dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932. It features an article and a photograph about the newly completed Naumburg Wing of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

The headline reads, "Naumburg Wing and Fine Art Exhibitions." The main photograph is of the Naumburg Wing, a newly constructed building, and the caption reads, "Newly Completed Wing of Fogg Museum, Harvard, Which Is to House the Naumburg Rooms and Collection."

Below the photograph, there are two smaller articles:

  1. The first article, titled "Fogg Wing Opens Nov. 9," announces the formal opening of the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum on November 9. It mentions that a dedication ceremony will be held on November 8, followed by an open house on the 9th. The wing will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will include President Lowell and Mr. Joseph P. Shipman. The article highlights that the new wing is intended to house the Naumburg rooms and art collection, which includes works by Rembrandt, Frans Hals, Bartolommeo Murillo, Lorenzo di Credi, El Greco, and others.

  2. The second article provides additional details about the Naumburg Wing, stating that the principal rooms in the wing have been reproduced from the Naumburg house in New York. The entrance to the wing is through a passageway leading to a dining room with original furniture and decorations. Two other rooms are described as a drawing room and a library, with a connecting balcony. The arrangement of the rooms is designed to mimic the informal atmosphere of the original house.

The clipping is a historical document showcasing the establishment and significance of the Naumburg Wing at the Fogg Museum, highlighting its purpose to house an important collection of fine art.

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The image is a newspaper clipping dated November 2, 1932, from the Evening Transcript. The article focuses on the newly completed "Naumburg Wing" of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The headline reads "The Naumburg Wing," and there is a detailed photograph of the new wing. The caption under the photo states:
"Newly Completed Wing of Fogg Museum, Harvard, Which Is to House the Naumburg Rooms and Collection."

The article below the photograph provides specific details about the opening event:

  • The formal opening of the new wing is scheduled for November 9.
  • A dedication will be held, and the wing will be open for guests on that day.
  • The event will include President Lowell and Mr. James A. Farley.
  • The new wing will primarily house the Naumburg Rooms and Art Collection, which includes notable works by artists like Rembrandt, Franz Hals, Bartolo Murillo, and Lorenzo di Credi, among others.

The text describes the rooms within the wing:

  • The principal rooms have been reproduced from the Naumburg home in New York.
  • The entrance leads through a passageway to a dining room, complete with original furniture and decorations.
  • Additional rooms include a balcony, a foyer, and other spaces, which will display a selection of the art collection in an informal manner to match the museum’s ambiance.

Overall, the article highlights the significance of the Naumburg Wing as a new venue for showcasing important art collections at Harvard.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Evening Transcript" dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932. The headline reads "and Fine Art Exhibitions," with a subheading that announces the opening of the "Naumburg Wing" at the Fogg Museum, Harvard, which is set to house the Naumburg rooms and collection.

The main photograph in the clipping is of the newly completed wing of the Fogg Museum. The caption under the photo notes that it is a Transcript photo by Frank Conly.

Below the photo, there are two articles. The first, titled "Fogg Wing Opens Nov. 9," details the formal opening of the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which will take place on November 9. It mentions a reception and dinner for the trustees and the public, with the following day open to the public. The wing will house the Naumburg rooms and art collection, donated by Mr. and Mrs. William H. Naumburg. Notable works include Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Unknown Man," a painting by Franz Hals, a Murillo, and a Lorenzo di Credi.

The second article, located to the right, describes the principal rooms in the wing, which have been reproduced from the Naumburg home in New York. The entrance leads to a large hall, which opens into a reception room, dining room, and library. The collection, including paintings, sculptures, and furniture, is displayed informally to mimic the original setting.

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The image is a clipping from the "Evening Transcript," dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932. It features an article about the newly completed addition to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, referred to as "The Naumburg Wing."

Key Points in the Article:

  1. Headline and Sub-Headlines:

    • The main headline reads "Fine Art Exhibitions."
    • The sub-headline mentions "The Naumburg Wing."
  2. Photograph:

    • There is a photograph of the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which will house the Naumberg Rooms and Collection.
  3. Formal Opening:

    • The formal opening of the new east wing is scheduled for November 9.
    • The opening day will include a dedicatory luncheon for museum guests.
    • The afternoon event will feature the formal opening to the public.
    • Notable attendees will include President Lowell and Mr. Joseph Choate Jr.
  4. Purpose of the New Wing:

    • The new wing will primarily house the Naumburg Collection, donated by Elkan Naumburg of New York.
    • The collection includes Italian Renaissance works by artists such as Andrea Mantegna, Giovanni di Paolo, Sandro Botticelli, Lorenzo di Credi, and others.
  5. Description of the Rooms:

    • The principal rooms in the wing are designed to replicate rooms from the donor's New York home.
    • The entrance leads to a gallery, which acts as a reception room.
    • The original furniture from the New York home is used to furnish these rooms.
    • The collection, including furniture and other works, has been arranged to create an informal atmosphere, differing from typical formal museum settings.

This article highlights the significance of the new addition to the Fogg Art Museum and the valuable collection it will house.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Evening Transcript," dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932. The article is titled "The Naumberg Wing" and focuses on the opening of the newly completed Naumberg Wing of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.

Key points from the clipping include:

  1. Announcement of Opening: The formal opening of the Naumberg Wing, which houses the Naumberg rooms and collection, was announced for November 9.

  2. Description of the Wing: The new wing is described as a formal addition to the museum, designed to house the collection given to the University by Mrs. Naumberg of New York. It includes a famous portrait by Rembrandt and other notable works such as paintings by Frans Hals, Bartolome Murillo, Lorenzo di Credi, El Greco, and others.

  3. Architecture and Layout: The principal rooms in the wing have been reproduced from the Naumberg home in New York. The entrance to the wing leads to a dining room with original furniture and decorations. There is a connecting foyer and balcony, and the arrangement aims to maintain a formal museum atmosphere.

  4. Dedication and Guests: The dedication ceremony on November 9 was open to the public. Notable guests included President Lowell and Mr. James R. Keene.

  5. Photograph: The clipping features a photograph of the newly completed wing of the Fogg Museum, taken by Frank Colby.

  6. Additional Notes: The article notes that the rooms are designed to keep the original furniture and decor to provide an authentic experience of the Naumberg home.

The clipping provides a snapshot of a significant event in the history of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the integration of a private collection into the museum's permanent exhibits.

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This image displays a page that appears to come from an archived newspaper or periodical, with some hand-written notes indicating "NOVEMBER" at the top followed by "THE NAUMBERG WING," and "Nov. 8.1." in the upper right corner. The date on the newspaper reads "EVENING TRANSCRIPT, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1932."

The primary focus is a section titled "Fogg Wing Opens Nov. 9," which discusses the opening of a new east wing of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article explains that this wing will house the Naumburg Collection and will open to the public on November 9, the year likely coinciding with the rest of the document's date being 1932.

Below the title is a photograph with the caption "Newly Completed Wing of Fogg Museum, Harvard, Which Is to House the Naumburg Rooms and Collection." This photo shows a three-story brick building with multiple windows, quite typical of institutional architecture from that period.

The rest of the page contains parts of the article, where specific details about the new wing and the Naumburg Collection are described, including the mention of a room being a replica of one in a New York residence. The article also highlights individual art pieces, referencing artists such as Rembrandt, Turner, Naumburg, Lorenzo di Credi, Sisley, and others. On the side, there are three hole-punch markers indicating that this page was likely kept in a binder or folder.

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The image depicts a page from an album or scrapbook, showing a newspaper clipping. At the top of the page, "NOVEMBER. THE NAUMBERG WING." is handwritten in capital letters. The newspaper clipping is from the Evening Transcript dated Wednesday, November 2, 1932. The main article is titled "Newly Completed Wing of Fogg Museum, Harvard, Which Is to House the Naumberg Rooms and Collection," and includes a photograph of the exterior of the newly constructed wing of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

Below the main article, there are two smaller articles. The first is headlined "Fogg Wing Opens Nov. 9" and details the formal opening of the east wing of the Fogg Art Museum, including the contents of the Naumberg collection donated by Mr. and Mrs. James R. Naumberg of New York. The collection features significant art pieces.

The second article seems to describe the Naumberg rooms, detailing the layout, decorative elements, and the adaptation of some of the original furnishings from the Naumberg home to create a similar environment within the museum. It also mentions the informal manner in which some works are arranged.

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The image is a historical document from November 1932, titled "Evening Transcript, Wednesday, November 2, 1932". It features a news article and accompanying photograph about the opening of a new wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, known as The Naumberg Wing.

Key Elements of the Image:

Header and Title:

  • At the top of the document, the word "NOVEMBER" is prominently displayed in large, handwritten-style text.
  • Below it, the phrase "THE NAUMBERG WING" is written in a similar style, indicating the subject of the article.

Main Article:

  • The article is titled "nd Fine Art Exhibitions", though the beginning of the title appears to be cut off.
  • The article announces the formal opening of the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum, scheduled for November 9.
  • It mentions that the wing will house the Naumberg rooms and art collection, donated by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg in 1920.
  • The article highlights that the wing will be used primarily to house the Naumberg Collection, which includes notable works such as Rembrandt’s Portrait of an Old Man and paintings by artists like Frans Hals, Bartolomeo Murillo, Lorenzo di Credi, El Greco, and others.
  • The dedication ceremony will feature speeches by notable figures, including President Lowell and Mr. James Phinney Baxter, among others.

Photograph:

  • Below the article, there is a black-and-white photograph labeled "Newly Completed Wing of Fogg Museum, Harvard, Which Is to House the Naumberg Rooms and Collection".
  • The photograph shows the exterior of the newly constructed wing of the Fogg Art Museum. The building features a classic architectural style with multiple windows and a symmetrical facade.
  • The photo is credited to Frank Colby, as indicated by the caption.

Additional Text:

  • Below the photograph, there is a brief description of the wing’s interior. It explains that the principal rooms have been reproduced from the Naumberg home in New York. The entrance leads into a room that serves as a replica of the original dining room, complete with original furniture and decorations.
  • The article notes that the paintings have been placed informally to create a more intimate, "museum atmosphere."

Layout and Design:

  • The document has a clean, typed layout with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The top right corner includes a handwritten note: "Nov. p.l.", likely indicating the date and page number of the original transcript.
  • The document appears to be part of an archive or collection, as suggested by the perforated edges and the formal presentation.

Summary:

The image is a historical news clipping from November 2, 1932, detailing the upcoming opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum. It includes an article describing the wing’s purpose, the Naumberg Collection it will house, and the formal dedication ceremony. Accompanying the article is a photograph of the newly constructed wing, emphasizing its architectural design and purpose as a museum space. The document reflects the cultural and artistic significance of the event in the early 20th century.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine. It features an article about the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum in Harvard University. The article includes a photograph of the newly completed wing, which is described as being designed to house the Naumberg rooms and collection. The wing is said to have been produced from the same plans as the home in the principal rooms, with the entrance leading into a room that is a replica of the dining room, with the original furnishings and decorations. The article also mentions that the Naumberg collection will be used principally to house the collection given to the University in 1930 by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg, including a portrait of New York's famous Rembrandt. The article is dated November 2, 1932, and the formal opening of the new wing is announced for November 9.