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The image displays a collection of documents and photographs related to the opening of the Naumburg Room in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The central photograph shows the interior of the Naumburg Room, featuring a long, well-lit space with artworks, furniture, and architectural details like beams and a fireplace. The caption beneath the photograph indicates that the room will be open to the public starting the following Wednesday.

To the left, there is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated November 10, announcing that the new Naumburg Wing is open to the public. The article mentions that President Lowell of Harvard University and James N. Rosenberg of New York were present at the dedication. It describes the wing as containing precious art treasures, including works by Rembrandt, Velázquez, and El Greco, and notes that the rooms are exact reproductions of those in the Naumburg home in New York.

On the right, another clipping from the Alumni Bulletin dated November 4 provides additional details about the dedication ceremony, which is scheduled for Wednesday, November 9, at 3 P.M. The article states that the wing will house the Naumburg art collection, featuring the living room, dining room, and entrance hall of Mrs. Aaron Naumburg's New York apartment, with original paneling, paintings, furniture, and textiles. President Lowell and James N. Rosenberg will speak at the ceremony.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century related to the opening of a new wing at the Fogg Art Museum.

1. Top Section (Crimson - Nov. 5):

   • The central part of the image features a photograph of the "Naumburg Room" in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • This room is described in the caption as being open to the public on the following Wednesday, November 5, 1932. It will house a famous collection of paintings and furniture.
   • The caption mentions that the image is courtesy of World Wide Studio.

2. Left Section (Boston Herald - Nov. 10):

   • Headline: "NEW NAUMBURG WING OPEN TO PUBLIC TODAY."
   • The article describes the dedication of the new Naumburg wing at the Fogg Art Museum. It notes that the wing, containing priceless art treasures, was bequeathed to Harvard University.
   • The dedication ceremony included speeches by A. Lawrence Lowell, President of Harvard, and James N. Rosenberg of New York City.
   • The new wing includes reproductions of rooms from Mrs. Naumburg’s home in New York, featuring famous paintings such as "Holy Family" by Lorenzo di Credi, "Madonna with Child" by Murillo, and works by El Greco, Rembrandt, and others.
   • The principal rooms are exact reproductions of rooms in Mrs. Naumburg’s New York City home.

3. Right Section (Alumni Bulletin - Nov. 4):

   • Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM."
   • This article reports that the Fogg Art Museum will dedicate the Naumburg wing on November 9 at 3:00 PM. The event will include a speech by President Lowell.
   • The dedication will feature the contents of Mrs. Naumburg's collection, including her living room, dining room, and entrance hall.
   • The actual ceiling panelling of the rooms has been removed and replaced with new ceiling panelling.
   • The collection includes paintings, furniture, textiles, and other art objects of great value.
   • James Rosenberg, a kinsman of Mrs. Naumburg, will also be present.

Overall, the clippings provide detailed coverage of the significant opening event of the new Naumburg wing at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its importance, the artworks included, and the dedication ceremony.

The image is a collection of clippings and notes related to the opening of the "Naumburg Wing" at the Fogg Art Museum, now part of Harvard Art Museums.

1. Top Section:

   • The central part of the image features a black-and-white photograph of the interior of the "Naumburg Room" in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum. The caption at the bottom of the photo reads: "The 'Naumburg Room' in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum open to the public next Wednesday, which will house the famous collection of paintings and furniture." The photograph is dated November 5, 1932, and is credited to "Courtesy of World Wide Studio."

2. Left Section:

   • A clipping from the "Boston Herald" dated November 10.
     • The headline reads: "NEW NAUMBURG WING OPEN TO PUBLIC TODAY."
     • The article mentions the dedication of the new Naumburg wing at the Fogg Art Museum and states that it will be open to the public today. It mentions that the dedication took place yesterday with notable attendees including A. Lawrence Lowell, president of Harvard University, and James N. Rosenberg, a principal donor. The wing houses priceless art treasures bequeathed to the university in 1930.
     • Specific paintings and artworks are mentioned, such as "Holy Family" by Lorenzo di Credi, "Madonna" by El Greco, and works by Paul Sachs and Frank Hals.
     • The article notes that the wing's rooms are exact reproductions of rooms in Mrs. Naumburg's New York home.

3. Right Section:

   • A clipping from the "Alumni Bulletin" dated November 4.
     • The article discusses the dedication of the Fogg Art Museum wing at 3 P.M. on November 9. This event will contain the Naumburg art collection, bequeathed to the museum by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City.
     • The collection includes the living room, dining room, and entrance hall of her apartment, along with the ceiling panels and various art objects.
     • The article mentions that President Lowell will speak at the dedication, along with Mr. James Rosenberg, a kinsman of Mrs. Naumburg.

Overall, the clippings provide detailed information about the dedication and opening of the Naumburg Wing, highlighting the significant art collection it houses and the notable individuals involved in the event.

The image contains a collage of newspaper clippings and a photograph related to the opening of the Naumburg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum.

1. Photograph:

   • The central photograph shows the "Naumburg Room" in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum. This room is part of the wing that opened to the public on November 9, 1932. The room is decorated with period-appropriate furnishings and art pieces, reflecting the Naumburg collection.

2. Newspaper Clippings:

   • Top Clipping (Crimson, November 5, 1932):

     • This clipping mentions the opening of the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which houses the Naumburg collection of paintings and furniture.

   • Left Clipping (Boston Herald, November 10):

     • Titled "New Naumburg Wing Open to Public Today," the clipping discusses the dedication of the new wing at the Fogg Art Museum. The dedication ceremony took place yesterday afternoon with President Lowell, President of Harvard, and James N. Rosenberg of New York City, who is a kinsman of Mrs. Naumburg. The new wing contains art treasures donated by Mrs. Naumburg in 1926, including famous paintings by artists such as Murillo, Lorenzo di Credi, and El Greco.

   • Right Clipping (Alumni Bulletin, November 4):

     • The clipping from the Alumni Bulletin details the dedication of the Naumburg art collection at the Fogg Art Museum on November 9. It mentions that the collection includes the living room, dining room, and entrance hall of Mrs. Naumburg's apartment in New York City, with the ceiling paneling and furnishings preserved and displayed. The dedication ceremony will feature speeches by President Lowell and Mr. James Rosenberg.

Overall, the image provides a historical account of the opening and dedication of the Naumburg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the significant donation of art and furniture by Mrs. Naumburg.

This image appears to be a historical newspaper spread detailing the opening of a new wing at the Fogg Art Museum, specifically the "Naumburg Room."

Top Section (Image and Caption)

• Image: The photograph shows an elegantly designed room with wooden paneling and an intricate ceiling. The room contains various pieces of antique furniture and art.
• Caption: The caption indicates that this is the "Naumburg Room" in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum. It states that this room will be open to the public starting the following Wednesday, housing the famous collection of paintings and furniture.

Left Article (Boston Herald, Nov. 10)

• Headline: "NEW NAUMBURG WING OPEN TO PUBLIC TODAY"
• Content:
  • The article announces the dedication of the President Lowell Speaker at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The new Naumburg wing of the museum, which was previously a townhouse, was donated by Arthur Lehman in memory of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Naumburg of New York.
  • The principal benefactor for the new wing was James Naumburg Rosenborg.
  • The new wing, containing priceless art treasures, will open to the public today.
  • The treasures include works by Rembrandt, a portrait by Frans Hals, and several other significant artworks from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
  • The rooms will also feature rotating exhibitions from the Fogg Museum.

Right Article (Alumni Bulletin, Nov. 4)

• Headline: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
• Content:
  • The Fogg Art Museum will dedicate the new wing at 3 P.M. on Wednesday, November 9.
  • This new wing will house the Naumburg art collection, bequeathed to the museum by Mrs. Naumburg of New York City.
  • The collection includes the contents of Mrs. Naumburg’s living room, dining room, and entrance hall, all of which have been carefully transported and reassembled in Cambridge.
  • The rooms contain valuable paintings, furniture, textiles, and other art objects.
  • President Lowell will speak at the dedication exercises, along with Mr. James Rosenberg, a kinsman of Mrs. Naumburg.

Overall, the image and articles describe the addition of the Naumburg collection to the Fogg Art Museum and the significance of the new wing opening to the public.

The image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings. It includes three articles and a photograph related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Naumberg art collection.

1. Photograph: The main image on the page is a photograph of a grand interior room, likely the "Naumberg Room" mentioned in the articles. The room features high ceilings, ornate decorations, large windows, and an array of furniture including chairs and a sofa. The room appears to be part of a museum or a historic home.

2. Articles:

   • Crimson (Nov. 5): The article from The Harvard Crimson discusses the opening of the "Naumberg Room" at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that the room will house the famous collection of tapestries and paintings.
   • Boston Herald (Nov. 10): This article announces the opening of the new Naumberg wing at the Fogg Art Museum. President Lowell of Harvard University is mentioned as the speaker at the dedication ceremony. The article highlights that the wing will contain valuable art treasures, including works by Rembrandt, Murillo, and El Greco.
   • Alumni Bulletin (Nov. 4): This article provides details about the dedication of the new wing at the Fogg Art Museum, which will house the Naumberg art collection. It mentions that the collection includes the living room, dining room, and entrance hall of Mrs. Naumberg's apartment. The article also notes the value of the art objects and the speakers at the dedication ceremony, including President Lowell and Mrs. James P. Warburg.

The overall theme of the page is the celebration and dedication of the new Naumberg wing at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the significance of the art collection and the involvement of notable figures.

This image shows a photograph mounted on a page which also contains newspaper clippings. The photograph, dated November 8, 1932, features an interior view of a stately room labeled "The 'Naumburg Room' in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum open to the public next Wednesday, which will house the famous collection of paintings and furniture." The room has elaborate furnishings, tapestries, and artwork, suggesting it's part of a museum or a collection designed to emulate a historical setting.

The page also includes two newspaper clippings with headlines that read: "NEW NAUMBURG WING OPEN TO PUBLIC TODAY" from the Boston Herald dated November 10, and "FOGG ART MUSEUM" from the Alumni Bulletin dated November 4. The articles discuss the opening of the new wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University named after the Naumburg family, and mention that the wing will house the Naumburg collection. Noteworthy details like officials involved in the dedication are mentioned in the text. The articles offer historical context regarding the creation and public offering of the Naumburg collection, including pieces from an ancestral home in New York, valuable paintings, and reproductions of rooms in the Naumburgs' home.

The image is a scrapbook page featuring an interior photograph and two newspaper clippings. The photograph depicts a room called "The Naumburg Room" from the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum. The room is richly decorated with framed paintings, ornate furniture, a chandelier, and a large rug. The ceiling is coffered, and there is a fireplace at the far end. The photograph is attributed to World Wide Studio and dated 11-5-32.

Alongside the photograph, there are two newspaper clippings. The clipping from the "Boston Herald," dated Nov. 10, announces the opening of the New Naumburg Wing to the public and mentions a speech by President Lowell at the dedication ceremony. The other clipping from the "Alumni Bulletin," dated Nov. 4, provides details about the dedication ceremony scheduled for November 9, mentioning that the new wing will house the Naumburg art collection and includes a list of those speaking at the event. The texts briefly describe the significance of the new wing and the efforts in transferring the room's items to Cambridge.

The image appears to be a page from a bulletin or newspaper clipping, containing a photograph and text. The photograph shows an interior view of the Naumburg Room in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which was dedicated on November 9, 1932. The room is furnished with paintings, furniture, and other objects of art, and the ceiling has been taken down and replaced with a new one in Cambridge.

The text on the page includes a headline "New Naumburg Wing Open to Public Today," which indicates that the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which houses the famous collection of paintings and furniture bequeathed to the Museum by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City, is now open to the public. The dedication of the new wing took place at Harvard University, with A. Lawrence Lowell, president of Harvard, and James Rosenberg of New York City, president of the principal speakers.

The page also includes a photograph of the interior of the Naumburg Room, with a caption that reads "The 'Naumburg Room' in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum open to the public next Wednesday, which will house the famous collection of paintings and furniture." The photograph shows a room with a large rug, a chandelier, a fireplace, and several paintings on the wall.

Overall, the image provides information about the dedication of the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum and the opening of the Naumburg Room, which houses a famous collection of paintings and furniture. The photograph and text offer a glimpse into the interior design and decor of the room, highlighting its historical and artistic significance.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper clipping. The clipping is a photograph of a room, with a caption below it. The room is a large space with a high ceiling, a carpeted floor, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling. There are several pieces of furniture, including a couch, a table, and a chair. There are also several paintings hanging on the walls. The room appears to be a museum or gallery space. The caption below the photograph reads "The 'Naumburg Room' in the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum opens to the public next Wednesday, which will house the famous collection of paintings and furniture."