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The image is a page from a document dated February 27, 1932, titled "Collections and Critiques." It contains two main articles:

1. Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd:

   • The article discusses the high attendance at an exhibition of Surrealism at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art. The show, which opened on February 15, has been attracting an average of 135 people daily.
   • The exhibition will close on March 5 and will be followed by an exhibit of contemporary American art opening on April 17.
   • The article mentions that the subjects of the exhibit are abstract and surrealistic, with one being a display of modern photography.

2. Stain Glass Work of Goodhue in Fogg Soon:

   • This article focuses on the stained glass work of Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue, an artist who contributed significantly to the art of stained glass in America.
   • An exhibition of his cartoons, designs, and finished sketches will be shown at the Fogg Museum starting March 1 and continuing through the month.
   • Goodhue studied at Harvard and was known for his work in stained glass, including designs for churches and cathedrals.
   • Ralph Adams Cram, a famous Boston architect, recognized Goodhue's talent early on. Goodhue's work includes designs for the Church of St. Thomas in New York City and the Riverside Cathedral.
   • The article highlights Goodhue's skill in combining medieval techniques with modern aesthetics, making his work both traditional and innovative.
   • Goodhue's career was cut short by his death in August 1931. Examples of his art can be seen in various locations, including the Fogg Museum, Harvard, and several churches.

The document appears to be a newsletter or bulletin providing updates on exhibitions and notable artists.

The image is a scanned page from a newspaper dated February 27, 1932. The page is titled "Collections and Critiques" and features two main articles:

1. Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd:

   • This article discusses an exhibition of Surrealism held at the Contemporary Art Society, which closed on March 5. The exhibit had been very well-attended, with an average of 135 people per day since its opening on February 15. The show was announced by the Society and is expected to be followed by another exhibition of contemporary American artists scheduled for April 17. The subjects of these exhibitions are yet to be officially decided, but one of them is expected to include modern photography.

2. Stain Glass Work of Goodhue in Fogg Soon:

   • This article highlights the work of H. Wright Goodhue, a renowned stained glass artist. Ralph Adams Cram, a famous Boston architect, recognized Goodhue's genius and contribution to stained glass art. Goodhue was particularly known for his designs for the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York and for his restoration work at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The article mentions Goodhue's early career and his significant achievements, including his designs for windows in various churches and his contributions to the restoration of historical stained glass pieces. It notes that his promising career was cut short by his death in August 1931. Some examples of his work can be seen in the Mt. Auburn Crematory Chapel in Cambridge and at the Second Universalist Church in Boston.

The page includes references to Goodhue’s work, such as his designs for the Riverside Cathedral and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and mentions notable contemporaries and collaborators like Cram. The text describes Goodhue as a genius with an abstract and modern approach to stained glass art.

Collections and Critiques

EXHIBIT OF SURREALISM DRAWS LARGE CROWD

Current Exhibit at Contemporary Art Society Closes March 5

Breaking all previous records for attendance, the exhibition of Surrealism now at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art has been seen by an average of 135 people a day since its opening on February 15. The show will continue through March 5.

It was announced by the Society that this exhibit will be followed by an exhibition of contemporary American art to open April 17. Between these two shows one or two informal exhibitions, each lasting a week, will probably be given. The subjects of these exhibitions are as yet undecided, but one of them will be a display of modern photography.

STAIN GLASS WORK OF GOODHUE IN FOGG SOON

Cram First to Recognize Genius of Stain Glass Artist

An exhibition consisting of cartoons in black and white, rough designs, and finished sketches of stained glass windows by H. Wright Goodhue, youthful artist who contributed to restoring the art of stained glass to a high position in America, will be shown at Fogg Art Museum beginning next week and continuing through the month.

Goodhue studied at Harvard several years before his death in 1931 but never took a degree. When he was 16 years of age, Ralph Adams Cram, famous Boston architect, took an interest in his work. While he was working in a draughtsman's office, he did his first work in stained glass when he designed a set of 36 medallions in glass for Teachers College of Columbia University. Soon after he was able to submit a design for the 18-foot window in the St. Paul's Chapel, Columbia University. At the age of 19 he was associated with Cram and Ferguson and in their employ executed almost all the windows in the chapel at Mercersburg School. A whole set of windows for a church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, also came from Goodhue's hand at about this time. In 1923 the artist set up his own shop in Congress Street where he designed six windows for the Riverside Cathedral in New York City. The windows were supposed to copy the spirit of the famous delicately traced windows in the Cathedral of Chartres. These famous windows in the cathedral of Chartres, the best lighted church in the world, were built in the XIII century and contain over 500 figures. Goodhue succeeded admirably in his work, although the problem of reducing the scale to fit the more modest proportions of the modern church was difficult. When the windows were set in June, 1929, they evoked praise from all authorities.

Cram has said of him: "I can honestly say that as an abstract type of genius Wright Goodhue was the most brilliant man I have ever known. His brilliant mind, his delicate sense of design, next to Aubrey Beardsley in keenness and distinction. Being a great genius he was naturally erratic in certain directions with a profound conviction that he must work along the lines that in his opinion were right. He seemed to me to be a reincarnation of some spirit out of the Middle Ages. His difficulty was that he could not fit against an unsympathetic environment. He hated modernism and resented bitterly surrendering his ideals to those who knew less than he did. He was a leader in restoring stained glass to its position as one of the great arts in America."

Goodhue's promising career was cut short by death in August, 1931. Some of his examples of art may be seen in the Mt. Auburn Crematory Chapel in Cambridge, and the Second Universalist Church, Boylston and Ipswich Streets, Boston.

The image is a newspaper clipping from February 1932, featuring two main articles under the "Collections and Critiques" section.

1. Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd:

   • The article discusses a highly popular exhibition of Surrealism at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art. The exhibit, which opened on February 15 and runs through March 5, has attracted an average of 135 visitors per day, a record-breaking attendance for the society.
   • Following this exhibition, the Society plans to hold another contemporary art show starting April 17, which will feature modern photography over two weeks.

2. Stain Glass Work of Goodhue in Fogg Soon / Cram First to Recognize Genius of Stain Glass Artist:

   • This article highlights the work of H. Wright Goodhue, a notable stained glass artist whose cartoons and sketches are being displayed at the Fogg Museum. The exhibit aims to restore Goodhue's reputation in the art of stained glass in America.
   • Goodhue, who died in 1931 at the age of 43, never obtained a degree but worked with Ralph Adams Cram, a famous Boston architect. His first major work was a set of 36 medallions for Tescher’s College of Columbia University.
   • Goodhue later won a competition to design a rose window for the Sacred Heart Dominican Church in Jersey City and subsequently worked on several other significant projects, including windows for churches in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and the Cathedral of Chartres in New York City.
   • Cram praised Goodhue for his brilliance and unique talent, lamenting that Goodhue’s early death cut short a promising career in stained glass art. Some of Goodhue’s work can be seen in various locations like the Mt. Auburn Crematory Chapel in Cambridge and the Second Universalist Church in Boston.

The image is a black-and-white newspaper clipping from February 27, 1932, titled "Collections and Critiques." It contains two main articles:

1. Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd:

   • The article reports on an exhibition of Surrealism at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art, which opened on February 15.
   • The exhibition attracted an average of 135 people daily and broke previous attendance records.
   • It was announced that the exhibition would be followed by another of contemporary American artists, opening on April 17.
   • The exhibits included formal exhibitions and possibly a display of modern photography, although the specifics were not yet decided.

2. Stain Glass Work of Goodhue in Fogg Soon:

   • This article discusses an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, featuring cartoons and sketches by H. Wright Goodhue, a renowned stained glass artist.
   • Goodhue, who passed away in 1931, was recognized posthumously for his contributions to stained glass art.
   • The article highlights Goodhue's significant works, including the windows for the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City and the Riverside Cathedral.
   • Ralph Adams Cram, an architect, is noted for recognizing Goodhue’s talent early on.
   • Goodhue's early works included designing stained glass for Columbia University and winning a competition for the Dominican Church in Jersey City.
   • The article also mentions Goodhue’s ability to blend modern designs with traditional elements, despite his unconventional personality.

The clipping is a historical document that provides insights into the cultural and artistic scene of the early 1930s, particularly focusing on exhibitions and the recognition of artistic talent.

The image is a newspaper clipping dated February 27, 1932, under the section titled "Collections and Critiques." It contains two main articles:

1. Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd:

   • The exhibition of Surrealism at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art has been very popular, with an average of 135 visitors per day since its opening on February 15.
   • The show will continue until March 5.
   • It was announced that this exhibition would be followed by another, featuring contemporary American artists, starting April 17.
   • The two shows are expected to last one or two weeks each, with the subjects of these exhibitions yet to be determined. One of the shows will likely be a display of modern photography.

2. Stain Glass Work of Goodhue in Fogg Soon:

   • Ralph Adams Cram, an architect, recognized the genius of H. Wright Goodhue, a stained glass artist.
   • An exhibition of Goodhue's cartoons, sketches, and medallions for stained glass windows, along with a few small glass medallions, is set to be displayed at the Fogg Museum in Boston starting in March.
   • Goodhue studied at Harvard and was known for his work in stained glass. He contributed to the restoration of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York.
   • Goodhue was highly regarded for his work, particularly for his designs in the Cathedral of Christ the King in Trenton, New Jersey, and other significant projects.
   • Cram described Goodhue as a genius with a unique and profound style, despite his unconventional methods and personal struggles.
   • Goodhue's career was tragically cut short by his death in August 1931. Some of his works can be seen in Mt. Auburn Cemetery Chapel, Cambridge, and the Second Universalist Church in Boston.

The newspaper clipping provides a detailed account of the popularity of the surrealism exhibition and a tribute to the life and work of H. Wright Goodhue.

The image is a photograph of a newspaper or magazine page titled "Collections and Critiques." The page contains three main articles:

1. "Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd" - This article discusses the current exhibit at the Contemporary Art Society that closes on March 5. It mentions that surrealism has been seen by an average of 138 people a day since its opening on February 15, and there will be a following exhibition of contemporary American artists starting April 17.

2. "Stain Glass Work of Goodhue in Fogg Soon" - This article highlights an upcoming exhibition of stained glass artwork by Goodhue at Fogg Museum, beginning the next Wednesday and continuing through the month. The writer explains Goodhue’s background, noting his studies at Harvard, his early work in stained glass, and his significant contributions and influence in American stained glass art.

3. The rest of the text continues to elaborate on Goodhue's work, mentioning specific projects, including windows for churches in Fort Wayne, Indiana, New York City, and other locations. It praises Goodhue's talent and notes his untimely death in August 1931. The article also mentions the ongoing recognition of his work including exhibitions in several notable churches.

The page is dated Feb 27, 1932, handwritten lightly at the top. There are three punch holes on the left side of the page, indicating it may have been stored in a binder. The text is printed in a black serif font on an off-white or yellowed background.

This is an image of an old newspaper clipping with the headline "Collections and Critiques." The article is dated "Feb 2 1932" and is focused on art-related topics.

The main article titled "EXHIBIT OF SURREALISM DRAWS LARGE CROWD" discusses a current exhibit at the Contemporary Art Society. It mentions a show by the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art featuring surrealists and the novel presentation of their works. It notes that the exhibition will run through March 5 and highlights the unusual nature of the surrealist art movement.

The other section of the clipping, with the heading "STAIN GLASS WORK OF GOODHUE IN FOGG SOON," talks about an upcoming exhibition showcasing the stained glass artistry of a certain individual (whose full name is not visible). The firm this artist is associated with was first to recognize his genius, and the article details his contributions to the art form, including windows he designed for churches. The text also gives some background on the artist's life, his early death, and where some of his works can be found.

The condition of the newspaper clipping suggests it is a historical document with some discoloration and signs of wear and tear, typical of paper documents from that era.

The image shows an article titled "Collections and Critiques" published in a newspaper or magazine. The date on the top left corner reads "Feb 27, 1932." The article features two main sections:

1. EXHIBIT OF SURREALISM DRAWS LARGE CROWD

   • This section discusses an exhibition of Surrealism at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art. It notes that the exhibition has been popular, drawing an average of 158 people a day since its opening on February 16. The exhibit is scheduled to run until March 5.
   • The Society has announced a follow-up exhibition featuring works by British and American artists starting on April 17. The article also mentions the challenging nature of defining Surrealism but emphasizes its importance to modern art.

2. STAIN GLASS WORK OF GOODHUE IN FOGG SOON

   • This section highlights an upcoming exhibition consisting of stained glass windows designed by H. Wright Goodhue and cartoons in black and white, along with rough designs and finished sketches of stained glass.
   • Goodhue's career is reviewed, including his contributions to the art of stained glass in America. His early work and subsequent notable achievements in stained glass design are discussed.
   • Goodhue's promising career was cut short by his death in August 1931, but his works can still be seen in various locations, including the Riverside Cathedral in New York City and the Mt. Auburn Crematory Chapel in Cambridge.

The article is printed on a page with neatly organized text and two punch holes on the margin, suggesting it might have been part of a binder or archival collection. The page shows slight age discoloration, typical of older paper documents.

The image shows a scanned page from a publication titled "Collections and Critiques." The page is dated February 27, 1932, as indicated at the top left corner. The content is divided into two main sections, each discussing different art-related topics.

Left Column:

• Headline: "Exhibit of Surrealism Draws Large Crowd"
  • This section discusses an exhibition of Surrealism at the Harvard Society for Contemporary Art, which has attracted significant attention. The exhibit, open through March 5, features the work of 128 artists and is described as breaking previous attendance records. The article mentions that the Society plans to host another exhibition of contemporary American artists in April or May, with formal exhibitions lasting a week each.

Right Column:

• Headline: "STAIN GLASS WORK OF GOODHUE IN FOGG SOON"
  • This section focuses on the stained glass work of H. Wright Goodhue, who is praised as a genius in the field. The article highlights an upcoming exhibition of Goodhue's work at the Fogg Art Museum, beginning on Wednesday and continuing through the month. Goodhue, who studied at Harvard but never earned a degree, is noted for his early work in stained glass, including designs for windows in various churches and institutions. The article also mentions his untimely death in August 1931 and highlights his contributions to stained glass art in America.

Visual Details:

• The page appears to be from a newspaper or magazine, with a clean, typed layout.
• The text is presented in a classic serif font, typical of early 20th-century print media.
• There are no illustrations, photographs, or graphical elements visible on the page; it is purely textual.
• The page has some visible wear, such as faint smudges and slight discoloration, suggesting it is an archival or historical document.

Overall Context:

The page provides a snapshot of art exhibitions and critiques from early 1932, focusing on two distinct art movements: Surrealism and the work of H. Wright Goodhue in stained glass. It reflects the cultural and artistic interests of the time, highlighting both contemporary exhibitions and the legacy of a notable artist.