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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 792029

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "New York Herald Tribune" dated August 15, 1933. The headline reads "Sachs Paintings Appraised." The article discusses the valuation of paintings owned by Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on August 10, 1933. The paintings, which were appraised at the time of her death, are noted to have suffered from depressed conditions, but their values are expected to rise in more favorable times.

The article lists some of the highest-rated paintings in the collection:

  1. "The Adoration of the Magi" by Titian, valued at $85,000.
  2. "The Portrait of a Man" by El Greco, valued at $20,000.
  3. "The Agony in the Garden" by El Greco, valued at $20,000.
  4. "Portrait of a Man" by Goya, valued at $25,000.
  5. "The Holy Family" by Murillo, valued at $20,000.
  6. "Le Repos des Saltimbanques" by Daumier, valued at $10,000.
  7. "Christ and St. Peter on Sea of Galilee" by Delacroix, valued at $4,000.

The article also mentions that some of these paintings have been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum in New York.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from 1933. The headline of the article is "Sachs Paintings Appraised."

The article discusses the appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on April 10, 1930. The piece highlights that these paintings were valued at a time when Mrs. Sachs was suffering from depression. The article points out that if the valuations had been assessed during favorable economic times, the value of her paintings would likely have been much higher.

The article lists some of the paintings that received high ratings:

  • Titian: "Adoration of the Magi" valued at $85,000.
  • El Greco: "Portrait of a Man" valued at $20,000.
  • Hans Memling: "Portrait of a Man" valued at $50,000.
  • Goya: "The Ball Fight" valued at $20,000.
  • Daumier: "Le Repos des Saltimbanques" valued at $20,000.
  • Tintoretto: "Meeting of Cleopatra and Ptolemy" valued at $40,000.
  • A few other pieces by various artists.

It also mentions that some of these paintings are part of an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art as loans. The clipping includes a small signature at the bottom left corner, written in ink, which reads "Art Digest," and the date "June 1933."

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The image shows what appears to be a newspaper clipping titled "Sachs Paintings Appraised," pasted on a light-colored background. The article discusses the appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on April 10, 1930. It mentions that the appraisal, conducted by the estate of Mrs. Sachs, reveals the values of the paintings at the time, noting that some were appraised at lower values due to depressed art market conditions. The article also highlights that more favorable times would have led to higher valuations and points out that the New York Herald Tribune provided additional insights.

The article lists some of the highest-rated paintings and their appraised values, including works by Titian, El Greco, Hans Memling, Goya, and Tintoretto. For example, Titian's "Adoration of the Magi" was appraised at $85,000, and El Greco's "Portrait of a Man" at $20,000. The article also notes that some of these paintings were on loan for an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum.

There is some handwriting at the bottom of the clipping, but it is not entirely clear. The clipping is the only content on the page, and the rest of the space is blank.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Sachs Paintings Appraised." The article discusses the appraisal of the art collection belonging to Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who died on April 10, 1939.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Appraisal Details: The article mentions that the appraised values of the paintings are interesting, especially given the timing of Mrs. Sachs' death, which occurred during a period of depressed art values.

  2. Potential Value Increase: It suggests that in more favorable economic times, the valuations of these paintings would likely be significantly higher, indicating that the New York art market might see a rebound.

  3. High-Value Paintings: A few of the most highly rated paintings and their appraised values are listed:

    • Titian's "Adoration of the Magi" - $200,000
    • El Greco's "Portrait of a Man" - $200,000
    • Hans Memling's "Portrait of a Man" - $25,000
    • Goya's "The Bull Fight" - $20,000
    • Daumier's "Le Repas des Saltimbanques" - $12,000
    • Tintoretto's "The Meeting of Christ and St. Peter" - $4,000
  4. Museum Exhibitions: The article notes that some of these paintings have been on exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on loans. The date at the bottom of the clipping is April 20, 1939.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from a 1933 publication. The headline reads "Sachs Paintings Appraised." The article discusses the appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on April 10, 1930. The appraisal highlights some interesting values for her paintings, which were appraised during a time when art values were suffering from depressed conditions.

The clipping lists a few of the highest-rated paintings and their appraised values:

  • Titian, "Adoration of the Magi," $85,000
  • El Greco, "Portrait of a Man," $20,000
  • El Greco, "Portrait of a Lady in the Garden," $30,000
  • Hans Memling, "Portrait of a Man," $25,000
  • Goya, "The Ball Fight," $20,000
  • Daumier, "Le Repos des Saltimbanques," $20,000
  • Tintoretto, "Meeting of Claudius and Nero," $4,000

The article notes that some of the pictures were part of an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum as loans. Additionally, the clipping includes a handwritten note dated "Aug 19, 1933," which is not fully legible but seems to reference a name "Biggs."

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The image shows a newspaper clipping and a handwritten note. The clipping is titled "Sachs Paintings Appraised," detailing the appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on April 10, 1930. The article mentions that the appraised value of her paintings was lower than it might have been in more favorable economic conditions.

Here is the detailed content of the clipping:

"The appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who died April 10, 1930, brings out some interesting values. The Sachs paintings were appraised as the times of Mrs. Sachs' death, when art values were at a low ebb. In more favorable times the valuations would have been much larger, points out the New York Herald Tribune."

It lists several notable paintings and their appraised values:

  • Titian, "Adoration of the Magi": $85,000
  • El Greco, "Portrait of a Man": $20,000
  • El Greco, "Portrait in a Garden": $30,000
  • Hans Memling, "Portrait of a Man": $25,000
  • Goya, "The Ball Fight": $20,000
  • Daumier, "Le Repos des Saltimbanques": $20,000
  • Tintoretto, "Meeting of Cleopatra and Pompey": $4,000

The note at the bottom of the clipping states:
"Art Digest 19 June 1933"

The handwritten note mentions that some of the pictures were part of an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art as loans.

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The image is of a beige or lightly tanned sheet of paper with text on it that appears to be a clipping or excerpt from a publication, possibly an article or announcement. The text is titled "Sachs Paintings Appraised" and discusses the appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, citing some specific valuations of paintings by notable artists such as Titian, El Greco, Manet, and Rembrandt. The valuations date from March 1933, which indicates this document is of a historical nature.

At the bottom of the document, there is handwriting that appears to be added annotations or notes, but it's not fully legible in the image provided. The paper shows some signs of aging, such as a slight discoloration and minor wear at the edges.

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The image features a vintage newspaper clipping adhered to a blank page. The clipping is titled "Sachs Paintings Appraised," and it discusses the appraisal of an art collection belonging to Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on April 10, 1933. The article notes that there are some interesting values revealed despite the depressed conditions of the market at that time, suggesting that valuations might be higher under more favorable circumstances.

Several notable paintings are listed with their appraised values:

  • Titian's "Adoration of the Magi" valued at $85,000.
  • Titian's "Portrait of a Man" valued at $20,000.
  • El Greco’s "The Agony in the Garden" valued at $25,000.
  • Hans Memling’s "Portrait of a Man" valued at $50,000.
  • Goya’s "The Bull Fight" valued at $20,000.
  • Dunoyer’s "Les Regates Salling barouser" valued at $20,000.
  • Tintoretto’s "Meeting of Christ and St. Peter on Sea of Galilee" valued at $4,000.

The article also mentions that some of these artworks have been exhibited on loan at the Metropolitan Museum. Handwritten text at the bottom of the clipping reads "Art Digest 15 June 1933."

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The image shows a beige or light brown sheet of paper with two newspaper clipping fragments glued near the top left corner. The headlines and texts on the clippings pertain to the appraisal of paintings from the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who died on April 10, 1930. The article mentions that the paintings were appraised around the time of Mrs. Sachs' death, noting that modern valuations would be higher. It lists some of the highest-rated paintings with their values, including works by Titian, El Greco, Hans Memling, Goya, Daumier, and Tintoretto. There is also a note about some of the paintings being exhibited as loans at the Metropolitan Museum. Handwritten text below the clippings references "Art Digest 15 Jan. 1933". The rest of the page is blank.

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The image shows a scanned page from a document or article titled "Sachs Paintings Appraised". The page appears to be from a publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, dated September 1933, as indicated by a handwritten note at the bottom left corner. The content discusses the appraisal of the art collection of Mrs. Alice G. Sachs, who passed away on April 10, 1930.

Key Points from the Text:

  1. Appraisal Context:

    • The appraisal took place after Mrs. Sachs's death, and the article highlights that the valuations were interesting due to the depressed art market conditions at the time.
    • The author notes that if the market had been more favorable, the valuations would have been significantly higher.
  2. Notable Paintings and Valuations:
    The article lists several high-value paintings from the Sachs collection, along with their appraised values:

    • "Titan," "Adoration of the Magi": $85,000
    • "The Portrait of a Man": $30,000
    • "The Ascent into Heaven" by Greco: $25,000
    • "The Bull Fight" by Goya: $20,000
    • "Portrait of a Gardener": $20,000
    • "Le Repos des Saltimbanques" by Daumier: $20,000
    • "Meeting of Christ and St. Peter on the Sea of Galilee": $4,000
  3. Exhibition Information:

    • Some of the paintings mentioned had been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum as loans.
  4. Source Attribution:

    • The article references the New York Herald Tribune as the source for the appraisal details.

Visual Characteristics:

  • Layout: The text is typed in a serif font, typical of early 20th-century publications.
  • Handwritten Note: In the bottom left corner, there is a handwritten note that reads "Art Digest 19Sept1933", indicating the source or cataloging information.
  • Condition: The page shows signs of age, such as slight discoloration and wear, suggesting it is a historical document.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical document discussing the appraisal of a significant art collection, providing insight into the art market conditions of the early 1930s and highlighting the value of notable artworks from the Sachs collection. The combination of typed text and handwritten notes adds context about the document's origin and cataloging.