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The image shows a clipping from a publication titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology." The text is a notice about the publication, which is associated with the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The notice mentions that the publication is devoted to the problems of pictures and other works of art, particularly focusing on practical restoration, conservation, and the scientific investigation of art. The first number of the quarterly contains contributions such as notes on the examination of panel paintings, a description of a "built-up panel" for testing paints, and a detailed description of a device for the extraction and examination of paint films.

The notice also includes specific details about the contributors and their affiliations, such as the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Fogg Museum. It mentions that a portion of the sixty pages is given over to book reviews and abstracts of current literature on the technical problems of art restoration. George L. Stout, the editor, is identified as the head of the technical laboratory at the Fogg Museum and the chairman of the advisory committee.

Additionally, there is a handwritten note at the top right corner of the page that reads "Toots, 2488193, 1982."

The image is a clipping from a publication titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology." The document is dated September 24, 1982, and is from the "Transactions" series.

Here's a detailed summary of the text within the clipping:

1. Introduction:

   • The publication is described as a new quarterly bulletin published for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, originating from a press at the Peabody Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

2. Purpose:

   • The bulletin is dedicated to addressing practical problems of pictures and other works of art restoration. It aims to provide insights and solutions from both experts and researchers.

3. First Number Contributions:

   • The first number includes various articles and notes, such as:
     • "Panel Paintings," by Harold J. Plender
     • "The De Clarens Museum Laboratory," by Moses Bernenata
     • "Description of a 'Push-Up Panel' for the Restoration of Wooden Paintings," by Daniel V. Thompson
     • "Suitcase Paintings on Wood," by William Suhr
     • "A Device for the Extraction and Examination of Paint Films Preserved in Their Successive Layers," by Harold P. Oettens and John W. Luer
     • An article titled "The Luer Slip," which is a highly detailed, sharp instrument for extracting layers of paint.

4. Additional Information:

   • The clipping mentions that a significant part of the issue, around sixty pages, is devoted to reviews and abstracts of books related to the technical problems of art restoration.

5. Editorial and Committee:

   • George L. Stout, the technical director of the Fogg Art Museum, is identified as the editor of this publication.
   • Edwin S. Edwards, the chairman of the advisory committee, is also mentioned.

The clipping highlights the publication's aim to focus on practical aspects and technical issues within the field of art technology and restoration.

The image shows a piece of paper with a newspaper clipping attached. The clipping is from a newspaper article titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology." The article is published for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and is part of a press release dated February 1982.

The article discusses the launch of a new quarterly bulletin called "The Technical Bulletin," which is devoted to the problems of conservation, restoration, and investigation of works of art. The first issue includes contributions from several authors:

• "Notes on the Technical Examination of Panel Paintings" by Harold J. Plenderleith.
• "The De Clarac Collection at the De Clarac Museum, Bern" by Daniel V. Thompson.
• "A Description of the 'Built-up Panel' for the Restoration of Paintings on Wood" by William Suhr.
• "A Technical Description of the Extraction and Examination Device for the Extraction of Paint Films Preserved in Their Successive Layers" by Harold P. Oettinger, of the Fogg Museum.

The article also mentions a device, the "Luer Slip," used in conjunction with a "hypodermic needle" to extract samples from paintings. A significant portion of the bulletin is dedicated to book reviews and abstracts of articles related to the technical problems of art restoration.

George L. Stout, the technical director of the Fogg Museum, is noted as the editor of the publication, while Edwin H. Anderson is the chairman of the advisory committee. The clipping has been annotated with the date "24 5/9/82" in the upper right-hand corner.

The image is a newspaper clipping from 1982, detailing the launch of a new quarterly publication titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology." This publication is produced for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and is printed by the Harvard University Press.

The article highlights that the first issue of the quarterly is devoted to the problems of conservation, restoration, and technical investigation of works of art. The contributions in the first number include:

1. "Notes on Techniques of Painting" by Harold J. Plenderleith from the National Gallery Laboratory.
2. "The De Clarens Altarpiece" by Daniel V. Thompson, Jr., describing a "built-up panel" for the same.
3. "The Technique of Painting on Wood" by William Suhr, a curator at the Museum of Fine Arts.
4. "The Examination of Paintings by X-Radiography" by J. R. Jett, detailing the examination of paint layers in the Fogg Museum.
5. "A New Device for the Examination of Paintings" by H. Luer Slip, which uses a hypodermic needle to extract and analyze paint layers.

The publication also includes book reviews and abstracts of articles dealing with the technical problems of art restoration. George L. Stout, the editor of the publication and technical advisor to the Fogg Art Museum, is mentioned as the chairman of the advisory committee.

The clipping is dated September 24, 1982.

The image displays a page from the inaugural issue of the "New Quarterly of Art Technology," published by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The publication is titled "Technics."

Key points mentioned in the text include:

1. Introduction of the Quarterly:

   • The "Technics" journal is a new quarterly bulletin dedicated to the problems faced by artists, art restorers, investigators, and students related to the technical aspects of paintings and other artworks.

2. Contents of the First Issue:

   • The first issue contains several contributions:
     • "Notes on Technique in Some Paintings by Harold J. Plenderleith" from the Research Laboratory of the Fogg Art Museum.
     • "De Clarea of Theophilus" by Daniel V. Thompson from the Courtauld Institute of Art, London.
     • A description of a "built-up panel" for transferring paintings on wood by William Suhr, restorer of paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
     • An article on the examination of an encaustic painting from the excavations at Antinoë by Rutherford J. Gettens of the Fogg Museum.
     • An article about the "Lüer Slip," a device for mounting and removing paint layers, including its description and use.

3. Size and Scope:

   • The journal is substantial, with over sixty pages of content.
   • It includes numerous book reviews and abstracts related to the technical problems of art research.

4. Editorial Information:

   • The technical editor of the publication is George L. Stout.
   • Edward W. Forbes is mentioned as the chairman of the advisory committee.

The publication aims to serve as a resource for those involved in the technical study and preservation of artworks.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper or magazine article. The article is about the publication of a new quarterly journal titled "Art Technology," published by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The journal is dedicated to addressing problems related to the preservation of paintings and other works of art, as well as the restoration and student use of art.

The first issue contains several contributions, including:

• A discussion on the preservation of panel paintings by Harold J. Plenderleith.
• A description of the so-called "Stratigraph," an instrument used for examining the layers of paintings, by Rutherford J. Gettens.
• A review of "The Painter's Methods and Materials" by Max Doerner, by George L. Stout.
• A review of "The Materials of the Artist and Their Use in Painting" by Max Doerner, also by George L. Stout.

The article also mentions that the journal includes reviews and abstracts of papers dealing with the preservation and problems of art, as well as a bibliography.

The editorial board consists of:

• George L. Stout, who is the editor of the publication and a member of the museum's technical staff.
• John Coolidge, who is the chairman of the advisory committee.

The article is dated February 24, 1932.

This is an image of an aged, slightly damaged piece of paper. Most of this page is blank, with an off-white or cream color and visible wear, including a torn upper-right corner and uneven edges. In the upper-left corner, there is a rectangular strip of paper with printed text, which appears to be a newspaper clipping. The text seems to be discussing a "New Quarterly of Art Technology" sponsored by Harvard and the Fogg Art Museum. Additionally, handwritten text at the top corner of this clipping indicates a date "1925-," which suggests this paper might be associated with historical records or archival material. The article itself mentions names and subjects relating to art technology, referencing individuals and institutions like the British Museum and Edward W. Forbes. There is another handwritten note in the upper-right corner, showing the word "Texas" and the number "24,597t."

The image shows a piece of yellowed paper with a newspaper clipping attached to the upper left portion. The clipping appears to be an announcement or article titled "New Quarterly of Art Technology." The text outlines the publication of a new quarterly journal by the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on the technical aspects of art, including practical problems in artwork conservation, historical techniques, and scientific analysis.

The article mentions contributors such as Harold Plenderleith, "The Cleaning of the Susino Paintings," and others discussing various topics related to art techniques and preservation. It also highlights a statistical study by William J. Young, focusing on surfaces and coatings used by artists since the Renaissance. Additionally, researchers De Wild, Fenninger, and Keck are noted for their articles on historical techniques.

Further down, the clipping references the establishment of the journal's advisory committee, including Edward W. Forbes, with George L. Stout as the technical editor.

Also visible on the larger paper to which the clipping is affixed is a handwritten note in pencil on the upper right side, stating "Times 24 Sept 1932." The paper has a slightly uneven, torn edge at the top and right sides, indicating it might have been removed from a book or album.

The image shows a page from the New Quarterly of Art Technology. The page is torn at the top and bottom, and the text is in black font. The page has a heading that reads "New Quarterly of Art Technology" and is followed by the text "Published for the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University from a press at Prince and Lemon Streets, Lancaster, Pa." The page also has a date of "245897 1952" in the top right corner. The text on the page provides information about the magazine's purpose, which is to address practical problems in the examination and restoration of art, and to appeal to investigators and students of authenticity. The page also includes a list of contributors and their articles, as well as a description of an instrument used in the examination of paint films.

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