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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a program related to the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1932.

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Naumberg Wing Opened at Fogg"
   • Content: The article discusses the opening of two paneled rooms in the new Naumberg Wing of the Fogg Art Museum. These rooms are intended for use by museum staff, tutors, and students. The rooms are described as being decorated with paintings and furniture from the Naumberg collection, including works by Rembrandt, Hals, and others. The rooms are temporarily open to the public until the end of December.

2. Top Middle Clipping:

   • Title: "Naumberg Wing of Fogg Seen Open"
   • Content: This article provides details about the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which includes the Naumberg collection. The wing features a replica of rooms from the Naumberg home in New York, including furniture, paintings, and decorative items. The wing is noted for its educational and research purposes.

3. Top Right Clipping:

   • Content: This appears to be a partial clipping with limited visible text, likely continuing from another part of the article.

4. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Fogg Wing Dedicated"
   • Content: The article reports on the dedication of the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which includes the Naumberg Art Collection. The dedication ceremony was attended by President Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg, among others.

5. Bottom Middle Clipping:

   • Title: "New Naumberg Wing Open to Public Today"
   • Content: This article announces the public opening of the new Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights the dedication ceremony and the speakers, including President Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg. The wing contains precious art treasures and is open to the public.

6. Bottom Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Naumberg Wing Opened at Fogg Museum"
   • Content: This article provides additional details about the opening of the Naumberg Wing, emphasizing the replica of the Naumberg home's rooms and the inclusion of significant artworks, such as those by Rembrandt, Hals, and others. The wing is described as a valuable addition to the museum for educational and research purposes.

7. Center Program:

   • Title: "Dedication Programme. Opening of the New East Wing, Fogg Art Museum."
   • Content: This program outlines the schedule for the dedication ceremony on November 9, 1932. It includes speeches by President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg, followed by a mathematical colloquium by Mr. E. A. C. Paley. The program is open to invited guests and members of the university.

Overall, the image captures the significance and details of the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its educational value and the notable artworks it houses.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here's a detailed summary:

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Naumberg Wing Opened at Fogg"
   • Content: The article details the opening of the new wing, which was created using donations from Mrs. Aaron Naumberg. The wing houses two panelled rooms, previously used by the museum staff, tutors, and students. These rooms were converted to accommodate museum collections and are set up for private study and reading.

2. Top Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Naumberg Wing of Fogg Soon Open"
   • Content: It describes the plans and preparations for the opening. The new wing will be adjacent to the museum's main building and will include the Naumberg collection. The rooms have been furnished with original artwork and furnishings, including a rare collection of paintings and other art pieces by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Murillo, and El Greco.

3. Middle Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Dedication Programme"
   • Content: Lists the schedule for the dedication event, including the time and speakers: President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg, of New York. It also mentions a mathematical colloquium on "Convergence Factors of Fourier's Series" by Mr. E. A. C. Paley.

4. Middle Right Clipping:

   • Title: "New Naumberg Wing Open to Public Today"
   • Content: Highlights that the Naumberg Wing, dedicated to Aaron Naumberg, opened to the public. The wing includes a collection of famous paintings, including Murillo’s "Portrait of an Old Man," Rembrandt’s "Portrait of an Old Man," and others by El Greco, Hals, and Murillo.

5. Bottom Clippings:

   • General Note: Several smaller notes and mentions:
     • The opening of the wing was in December 1932.
     • The wing contains reproductions of famous artworks and is furnished similarly to the Naumberg home in New York.
     • A brief description of the rooms' layout, including the living room and balcony, which are used to display the Naumberg collection.

The overall theme of these clippings revolves around the establishment and opening of a significant new wing at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its contributions to the museum's collection and the dedication ceremonies.

The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings related to the opening of the Naumburg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The articles are dated November 9, 1932, and detail the dedication and opening of the new wing, which was made possible through the generosity of Mrs. Aaron Naumburg. The clippings describe the two panelled rooms given for the use of the museum staff, tutors, and students, as well as the art collection housed within, including works by Rembrandt, Murillo, and other notable artists. The articles also mention the presence of a mathematical colloquium and a dedication program featuring speakers such as President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg. The opening was a significant event, with the wing being described as an extension of the museum, containing valuable paintings and furniture, and open to the public.

The image displays a newspaper article from the Harvard Crimson, dated November 9, 1949. The headline reads "Naumberg Wing Opened at Fogg," detailing the opening of a new wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Key points from the article include:

1. New Wing Details:

   • The new Naumberg Wing of the Fogg Art Museum has opened.
   • The construction of the new wing was made possible through the bequest of Mrs. Aaron Naumberg.
   • The wing extends from the south corner of the museum to Prescott Street, adding space for art collections.
   • The new space includes a rare collection of paintings and other artworks, notably featuring pieces from the Italian Renaissance.

2. Special Rooms:

   • Two newly constructed panelled rooms will be used by the museum staff, tutors, and students.
   • The first room is the Naumberg apartment's living room, with walls and furniture made from old oak, designed for studying the museum's collection of paintings.
   • The second room is a music room, equipped with a grand piano and space for displaying art.
   • Both rooms are designed to maintain a controlled environment to preserve the artworks.

3. Art Collection:

   • The new wing includes works by famous artists such as Frans Hals, Rembrandt, El Greco, and others.
   • The collection features a variety of art pieces, including paintings, drawings, and watercolors.

4. Dedication Event:

   • The dedication ceremony took place on November 9, 1949.
   • Speakers included President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg.
   • The event was open to invited guests only.

5. Additional Events:

   • A mathematical colloquium titled "Convergence Factors of Fourier's Series" by Mr. R. E. A. C. Paley was scheduled for the same day at 4 P.M.

Overall, the article highlights the significance of the new Naumberg Wing, its purpose, and the dedication event, marking an important expansion for the Fogg Art Museum's facilities and collections.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from December 1932 and November 1932, detailing the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

1. Main Article (Top Left):

   • The article is titled "Naumberg Wing Opened at Fogg."
   • It describes the opening of two panelled rooms given for the use of museum staff, tutors, and students.
   • The rooms were built using the Naumberg apartment in New York, which had been designed with the intention of housing art treasures.
   • The rooms contain paintings by notable artists such as Murillo, El Greco, and Rembrandt.
   • The article mentions that the rooms were opened to the public until December 31, 1932, after which they would be locked up and accessible only to museum staff.

2. Dedication Programme (Bottom Left):

   • The dedication program for the opening of the new East Wing, Fogg Art Museum, on November 9, 1932.
   • Speakers included President A. Lawrence Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg of New York.
   • The program also included a mathematical colloquium by Mr. E. A. C. Paley on "Convergence Factors of Fourier's Series."

3. Newspaper Clippings (Right Side):

   • Top Right:

     • Announces the opening of the Naumberg Wing and describes its features, including the dining room, living room, and balcony.
     • Highlights the donation of the wing by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg and its contents, including artworks by Murillo, Rembrandt, and others.
     • Describes the wing as a combination of living spaces and exhibition rooms.

   • Middle Right:

     • Describes the dedication ceremony held on November 9, 1932, with President Lowell and Mr. Rosenberg as key speakers.
     • Mentions the opening of the wing to the public and the significance of the art collection.

   • Bottom Right:

     • Describes the opening of the Naumberg Wing, detailing its contents and the donors, Mrs. Aaron Naumberg.
     • Lists famous paintings such as Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man," Murillo's "Holy Family," and others.

Overall, the clippings provide a detailed account of the historical event of the Naumberg Wing's opening, including the significance of the donation, the artworks housed within, and the dedication ceremony.

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings detailing the opening of the Naumburg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Headline and Main Article:

   • Headline: "Naumburg Wing Opened at Fogg"
   • The article describes the dedication of the new Naumburg Wing of the Fogg Art Museum, which was opened to the public. This wing includes two paneled rooms given for the use of museum staff, tutors, and students. The wing was built in the Naumburg apartment in New York and was transported to Cambridge.
   • The rooms, which were originally part of the Naumburg home, are now part of the museum's permanent collections and are set aside for the use of the staff, tutors, and students. They will be locked up and only accessible to these groups until the end of December.
   • The article also mentions specific paintings and artifacts within the collection, including works by Rembrandt, Murillo, El Greco, and others.

2. Dedication Program:

   • The clipping mentions the dedication program for the opening of the new wing, which includes speeches by President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg of New York. The event was held on November 9 and was open only to invited guests.
   • The dedication ceremony took place at 3 p.m. in the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum.

3. Mathematical Colloquium:

   • A separate event listed is a Mathematical Colloquium titled "Convergence Factors of Fourier's Series" by Mr. E. A. C. Paley, an International Research Fellow at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, held on November 24 at 4 p.m.

4. Additional Clippings:

   • There are several smaller clippings and notes about the event, including the dedication of the Naumburg Wing, the names of donors, and the significance of the pieces of art included in the collection.
   • One clipping notes that the new wing contains reproductions of rooms from the Naumburg home, including a dining room and living room, and includes works by Murillo, Rembrandt, El Greco, and others.
   • Another note mentions that the wing was opened to the public, and the collection includes famous paintings like "Portrait of an Old Man" by Murillo.

5. Dates:

   • The clippings include various dates around November and December 1932, indicating the timeline of the opening and dedication events.

Overall, these clippings provide a detailed account of the significant event of the Naumburg Wing's opening at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the artworks, the dedication ceremony, and the event's significance to the museum and Harvard University.

The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings and printed texts related to the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The clippings appear to be from the early 1930s, primarily 1932, with various dates such as Oct 22, 1932, Nov 10, 1932, and Dec 9, 1932.

1. Top Left Clipping (headline: "NAUMBERG WING OPENED AT FOGG"):

   • Describes two paneled rooms given for use by museum staff, tutors, and students.
   • Focuses on the use and enjoyment of the museum space, including the Naumberg apartment.
   • Mentions the influence of Mrs. Aaron Naumberg and the contribution of her late husband, Naumberg.
   • Talks about the artist artists and artworks displayed, including those related to Jacobian and Renaissance periods.

2. Top Center Clipping (headline: "Naumberg Wing of Fogg Soon Open"):

   • Details the new east wing of the Fogg Art Museum to house the Naumberg art collection.
   • Mentions the dedication ceremonies and the involvement of Mrs. Aaron Naumberg of New York.
   • Highlights the exhibition including paintings and art works of art by Rembrandt and other artists.
   • Talks about the remodeling and furnishing of the rooms with items from the Naumberg collection.

3. Top Right Clipping:

   • Partly cut and not fully visible; shows the beginning of some paragraph texts.

4. Middle Clipping (date: "WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9"):

   • Announces the dedication program for the opening of the new east wing.
   • Mentions speakers including President A.L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg.
   • Includes a Mathematical Colloquium event later the same day.
   • Details that the Fogg Wing was dedicated with a family and friends ceremony involving Mrs. Aaron Naumberg.

5. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • Announces "NEW NAUMBERG WING OPEN TO PUBLIC TODAY."
   • Mentions the dedication ceremony with President Lowell as speaker.
   • Talks about the opening date, November 9, 1932.
   • States that the new wing contains priceless art treasures collected by Naumberg.

6. Bottom Right Clippings:

   • Two small clippings titled "NAUMBERG WING OPENED AT FOGG MUSEUM" and "Naumberg Wing Opened."
   • Both highlight the opening event and the contribution of Naumberg's collection.
   • Note the principal rooms and paintings, including Rembrandt and other artists.
   • A mention of the Naumberg's principal collection, two rooms for paintings and other artworks.

The entire composition documents the historical event of the opening of the Naumberg Wing within the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing its significance, the art collections displayed, and the people involved in donating and dedicating the wing.

The image displays a newspaper clipping with several articles regarding the arts and cultural events. The main headline reads "NAUMBERG WING OPENED AT FOGG," referring to a wing opening at the Fogg Art Museum. The text mentions two panelled rooms given for the use of museum staff, tutors, and students, and additional details about the event and the facility.

The article on the right-hand side is titled "FOGG WING DEDICATED," and it provides information about a new wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It describes the collection and the dedication ceremony, mentioning notable figures involved.

Below these articles, there's a section for a "DEDICATION PROGRAMME," which announces the opening of the New East Wing at the Fogg Art Museum, with speakers including President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James J. Rosenberg, and a mathematical colloquium mentioned below that.

There are handwritten annotations on the page, including dates and notes, suggesting that someone was perhaps referencing the content for research or archival purposes. The date "November 9, 1932" is prominently written across the pages, indicating when the events described took place or were reported.

This image displays a scrapbook page, which appears to be made of assorted newspaper clippings relating to the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The articles are dated November 9, 1932, and include detailed descriptions of the event, notable attendees, and contents of the new wing.

Key headlines include:

• "NAUMBERG WING OPENED AT FOGG"
• "Naumberg Wing of FOGG Soon Open"
• "Fogg Wing Dedicated"
• "New NAUMBERG WING OPEN TO PUBLIC TODAY"

The clippings discuss the features of the new wing, which includes two paneled rooms given for the use of museum staff, tutors, and students. Important figures mentioned include President A. L. Lowell and Mr. James N. Rosenberg of New York. Topics such as the mathematical colloquium, dedications, and the artworks showcased at the wing are also highlighted.

The articles are pasted onto the scrapbook page in a collage-like manner, with handwritten dates beside the clippings. There's an empty rectangular space on the right half of the page, possibly intended for another clipping or image that was never added.

The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping dated Wednesday, November 9, 1932, announcing the opening of the Naumberg Wing at the Fogg Art Museum, affiliated with Harvard University. The article is titled "Naumberg Wing Opened at Fogg" and provides detailed information about the new wing and its significance.

Key Details from the Image:

Headline and Introduction:

• The headline, prominently displayed at the top, reads: "NAUMBERG WING OPENED AT FOGG."
• The subheading states: "Two Panelled Rooms Given For Use of Museum Staff, Tutors, Students."
• The article highlights that the Naumberg Wing, a generous bequest from Mrs. Aaron Naumberg, has been added to the Fogg Art Museum, extending its reach from the south corner of the museum to the east wing.

Description of the Wing:

• The wing includes two panelled rooms specifically designed for the use of museum staff, tutors, and students.
• The rooms are described as spacious and well-appointed, with features such as:
  • Old oak walls and staircases.
  • Fireplaces and comfortable seating.
  • Storage space for art treasures and educational materials.
• The rooms are locked up and accessible only to authorized personnel, ensuring security and controlled access.

Exhibition and Dedication:

• The dedication ceremony took place on November 9, 1932, at 3 P.M.
• The event was attended by invited guests, including:
  • President A. L. Lowell of Harvard University.
  • Mr. James N. Rosenberg, the principal speaker.
• A mathematical colloquium was also scheduled for the same day, featuring a talk by Mr. R. E. A. C. Paley on "Convergence Factors of Fourier's Series."

Art Collection:

• The Naumberg Wing houses a rare collection of paintings and other works of art, donated by Mrs. Aaron Naumberg.
• The collection includes works by renowned artists such as:
  • Rembrandt (e.g., "The Old Man," "Portrait of an Old Man").
  • Murillo (e.g., "The Holy Family").
  • Lorenz di Credi (e.g., "Madonna and Child").
  • El Greco (e.g., "Christ Tempted Out of the Money Changers").
  • Rubens (e.g., "The Holy Family").
  • Rubens' wife, Isabella Brant (e.g., a portrait).
  • Dutch painters such as Rembrandt and Van Dyck.
• The wing also features furniture and decorations from the Naumberg home in New York, including:
  • Original furniture.
  • Paintings.
  • Correspondence.
  • Living room and balcony.

Layout and Features:

• The wing includes:
  • A dining room with a staircase.
  • A living room and balcony.
  • Two other rooms for storage and display.
• The rooms are designed to be quiet and restful, suitable for study and discussion.

Historical Context:

• The wing was reproduced from the Naumberg home in New York, preserving the original ambiance and layout.
• The article emphasizes the educational value of the wing, noting that it will be used for study, research, and discussion by students and scholars.

Visual Elements:

• The article includes handwritten notes and markings on the clipping, such as:
  • Dates (e.g., "Nov 5 1932").
  • Annotations (e.g., "Free News," "Dec 1932").
  • Names (e.g., "Harold," "El Greco").
• These annotations suggest the clipping may have been part of an archive or collection, possibly for research or historical documentation.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a significant moment in the history of the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the addition of a dedicated space for art study and research. The Naumberg Wing not only expanded the museum's physical footprint but also enriched its collection with valuable artworks and historical artifacts, underscoring its commitment to education and preservation. The detailed description and annotations reflect the importance of the event and its lasting impact on the museum and its visitors.