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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 791879

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The image shows a piece of paper with a printed announcement and some handwritten notes. The announcement is titled "A New England Collection of American Paintings." It details an exhibition of American paintings at the Addison Gallery in Andover, Massachusetts, from June 22 to February 22. The exhibition will feature paintings from the 18th century onward.

The text mentions that through cooperation from various institutions throughout New England, the gallery has been able to borrow paintings from each institution. The galleries represented include the Fogg Art Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Smith College Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, Wadsworth Atheneum, and Yale Gallery of Fine Arts.

In the top left corner of the paper, there is a handwritten date: "October 1st 1982." Additionally, there are two handwritten marks, one in the top right corner and another near the bottom right side of the paper. The paper itself appears aged, with a yellowish tint and slightly worn edges.

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The image shows a page from an exhibition catalog or brochure dated Thursday, May 17, 1962. The text on the page describes an exhibition titled "A New England Collection."

Here are the key details from the text:

  1. Title and Location: The exhibition is of American paintings and is being held at the New England Gallery.

  2. Duration: The exhibition runs until June 2 at the Addison Gallery, Andover.

  3. Content: Following a series of contemporary art exhibitions at the Addison Gallery, the current show focuses on painting in the colonial period and the early 19th century.

  4. Collaboration: The gallery has gathered several fine examples of art through the cooperation of various museums throughout New England.

  5. Participating Institutions: The galleries and museums that have contributed to this exhibition include:

    • The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
    • Smith College Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design
    • Wadsworth Atheneum
    • Lyman Allyn Museum
    • Worcester Museum
    • Yale Gallery of Fine Arts

The page appears to be an introductory section, setting the context for the exhibition and acknowledging the contributions of the various institutions involved.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping mounted on a piece of paper, with the following details:

Title: "A New England Collection"

The article announces an exhibition of "American Paintings in New England Museums" being held at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts. This exhibition is part of a series of contemporary art exhibitions at the Addison Gallery.

The article mentions that the show will emphasize painting from the colonial period to the present century. Through the generosity and cooperation of museums throughout New England, the gallery has been able to obtain a few fine examples from each institution. The participating museums are listed as:

  • Fogg Museum, Harvard University
  • Smith College Museum of Art
  • Rhode Island School of Design
  • Wadsworth Atheneum and Morgan Memorial, Worcester Museum
  • Yale Gallery of Fine Arts

The date of the clipping is written in the top left corner, "Oct. 1962."

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The image is of a document, likely a clipping from a newspaper or a catalog, featuring an article titled "A New England Collection." The article discusses an exhibition titled "American Paintings in New England," which was held at the Addison Gallery in Andover, Massachusetts, in February 1962.

The exhibition was part of a series of contemporary art exhibitions at the Addison Gallery. The focus of this particular show was on paintings from the colonial period through the 19th century.

The article mentions that through the generous cooperation of museums throughout New England, the gallery was able to obtain a few fine examples from each institution. The galleries represented include the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; Fogg Museum, Harvard University; Smith College Museum of Art; Rhode Island School of Design; Wadsworth Atheneum; Worcester Art Museum; and the Yale Gallery of Fine Arts.

The document itself is a beige or cream-colored paper, with a handwritten note at the top right corner indicating "Art Digest 1962."

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, dated April 1962, titled "A New England Collection." The clipping discusses an exhibition of "American Paintings in New England," held at the Addison Gallery, Andover, Massachusetts.

The text in the clipping reads:

"A New England Collection
An exhibition of 'American Paintings in New England' will be held at the Addison Gallery, Andover, Massachusetts, beginning February 1, 1962. Following the series of contemporary art exhibitions at the Addison Gallery, the present show will emphasize painting in the colonial period of the country’s history.

Through the generous cooperation of museums throughout New England, the gallery has been able to obtain a few fine examples from each institution. The galleries represented include the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; Peabody Museum, Smith College; Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design; Wadsworth Athenaeum and Morgan Memorial, Worcester Museum, and Yale Gallery of Fine Arts."

The clipping is placed on a plain, light-colored background, and the edges are slightly curled. The paper appears to be yellowed, suggesting it is an older document.

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The image shows a light yellowish or off-white sheet of paper with a small clipping attached to it. The clipping is titled "A New England Collection" and appears to be an announcement or description of an exhibition of American paintings from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries, held at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts. The text mentions that the exhibition features loans from various institutions such as the Boston Museum, Smith College, Museum of Art in Rhode Island, and others. The clipping also includes a handwritten note at the top that says "Oct 19, 1952."

The paper itself has some visible creases and a small punch hole on the right-hand side, suggesting it might have been part of a larger collection or binder. The background of the image is a plain light blue, which contrasts with the color of the paper.

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The image shows a beige, slightly worn piece of paper with a small newspaper clipping attached near the top-left corner. Above the clipping, there is a handwritten note that reads "Art Digest 1pe 1962." The clipping is titled "A New England Collection" and discusses an exhibition of "American Paintings in New England Museums" held at the Addison Gallery, Andover, until June 22. It mentions that the exhibition focuses on paintings from the colonial period and the 19th century, and notes the cooperation of various museums in New England that contributed works for the exhibition, including the Boston Museum, Fogg Art Museum, Smith College Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, Wadsworth Atheneum, Morgan Memorial, Worcester Museum, and Yale Gallery of Fine Arts. The rest of the paper is blank with some faint markings.

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The image features a seemingly old piece of paper, possibly a light brown or beige card, with some text glued to the upper left corner. The text seems to be describing an art exhibition titled "A New England Collection," which includes "American Paintings in New England Museums," and the event was being held at the Addison Gallery of American Art from June 22 through September 11. The text references various historical periods of artwork, including the XVIIIth century through the XIXth century, and mentions the collaborative effort among various institutions across New England. Notable institutions contributing to this exhibition include Bowdoin Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, Wadsworth Atheneum, and more.

Above the text on the top left-hand corner, there's handwritten text reading "Oct-Feb 1962," possibly indicating when the note was written or the exhibition date. The paper itself shows some wear with a rough left edge and a slightly curled upper right corner which indicates it's possibly an archival document or an older record. The number '7' is written in pencil in the top right corner. The background upon which the paper rests appears to be a flat surface with a grayish hue.

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This image shows an old newspaper clipping affixed to a piece of paper. The clipping contains information about an exhibition titled "American Paintings in New England Museums," which was held at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover until June 22. The exhibition features contemporary art as well as paintings from the colonial period and the XIXth century. It mentions the collaboration among various museums in New England to gather contributions for the exhibition. The institutions involved include the Museum of Fine Arts (Boston), Fogg Art Museum, Rhode Island School of Design, Worcester Art Museum, Yale College of Fine Arts, and others. Handwritten at the top of the sheet containing the clipping are the words "Art Digest Dec 1962."

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The image depicts a printed document titled "A New England Collection". It appears to be a promotional or informational flyer for an art exhibition. The document is typed in a formal, serif font and is centered on a light beige or cream-colored sheet of paper.

Key Details from the Document:

  1. Title and Purpose:

    • The title, "A New England Collection", indicates that the document is promoting an exhibition focused on American paintings from New England.
  2. Exhibition Details:

    • The exhibition, titled "American Paintings in New England Museums", is being held at the Addison Gallery of American Art.
    • The exhibition runs until June 22, and the document was likely created or distributed in 1962, as indicated by a handwritten note at the top left corner: "Oct. 20th 1962".
  3. Focus of the Exhibition:

    • The exhibition emphasizes contemporary art exhibitions at the Addison Gallery, with a specific focus on painting from the colonial period and the 19th century.
    • The document highlights that the gallery has collaborated with various New England museums to gather a selection of fine examples of American paintings.
  4. Participating Institutions:

    • The document lists several institutions that have contributed to the exhibition:
      • Boston Museum
      • Fogg Art Museum
      • Smith College Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design
      • Wadsworth Atheneum
      • Morgan Memorial
      • Worcester Museum
      • Yale Gallery of Fine Arts
  5. Visual and Physical Characteristics:

    • The document has a clean, formal layout with a centered title and body text.
    • There are faint markings or annotations in the top right corner, including a handwritten number "H" and a small "S", which may indicate cataloging or filing purposes.
    • The paper has a slightly aged appearance, suggesting it is a historical artifact.

Overall Impression:

The document serves as an announcement or informational piece for an art exhibition focused on American paintings from New England, showcasing works from the colonial period and the 19th century. It highlights collaboration among various New England museums and institutions, emphasizing the cultural and historical significance of the exhibition. The formal tone and structured layout suggest it was intended for public distribution or archival purposes.