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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 792163

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The image shows a newspaper page with two articles related to art exhibitions at the Fogg Museum. The first article, titled 'FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE,' discusses an outstanding collection of sculpture now on view at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The article mentions that the majority of the sculptures are from the 19th century, with a few notable exceptions. It highlights works by Rodin, Maillol, and other artists, emphasizing the significance of the exhibition for Boston. The second article, titled 'FOGG HAS MODERN SCULPTURE SHOW,' elaborates on the modern European sculpture exhibition at the Fogg Museum. It mentions that the museum has a loan exhibition of modern sculpture, including works by Rodin, Maillol, and others. The article provides details about the artists and their works, such as 'The Thinker' by Rodin and 'The Young Man' by Maillol. It also discusses the unique features of the exhibition and the significance of the sculptures. The page is dated Sunday, March 14, 1937.

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The image displays a newspaper clipping from the 1930s featuring articles about art exhibitions. The main focus is on the Fogg Museum's sculpture exhibition, which is highlighted in a prominent article titled "Fogg Museum Has Sculpture."

Key details from the article include:

  1. Fogg Museum's Sculpture Collection: The article discusses the outstanding sculpture collection at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, which includes many pieces from the 19th century. The collection is significant as it showcases a variety of artistic styles and techniques from different eras.

  2. Exhibition Details: The exhibition features works by renowned artists such as Rodin, Maillol, Epstein, and others. The majority of the sculptures are from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting the museum’s rich historical and artistic heritage.

  3. Loans and Exhibitions: The article mentions that the museum has been loaning pieces to other museums, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, for exhibitions. This collaboration highlights the museum’s role in promoting and sharing art with broader audiences.

  4. Specific Artworks:

    • "Crouching Woman" by Maillol.
    • "The American Group" sculptures, including works by Epstein and LaChaise.
    • A bronze by Max Schmeitinger and a figure by Otto Dix.
    • Works by Rodin and other notable sculptors.

The accompanying text also includes a brief mention of a modern sculpture show in Boston, highlighting the diversity and richness of contemporary art.

Additionally, there are smaller articles and notes in the margins, such as:

  • A mention of "Modern Museum Lends Sculpture to Fogg."
  • A brief note on "Moderns at Fogg" indicating an exhibition of modern art pieces.
  • Comments on the quality and significance of the artworks in the exhibition.

The layout of the newspaper page includes several columns, with the main article occupying a central position, and smaller articles and comments scattered around it.

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The image contains a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Herald" dated September 14, 1953, and features articles about the Fogg Museum's sculpture exhibition.

  1. Main Headline:

    • "FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE"
    • Subheading: "Outstanding Collection May Now Be Seen in Cambridge"
  2. Article Description:

    • The article discusses the Fogg Museum's sculpture exhibition, highlighting that the collection, which is significant and important, has been lent by private individuals and museums, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the German Museum, E. Weyhe, and the Samuel Kootz Gallery.
    • The exhibition showcases a wide range of sculptures from different periods and countries, including works from France, Germany, and the United States.
    • The article mentions that the majority of the sculptures date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with notable artists like Rodin, Brancusi, Epstein, Despiau, and others represented.
    • It also highlights the museum's efforts to arrange loans for the exhibition, including pieces from the Museum of Modern Art, the Philadelphia Museum, and the Detroit Institute of Arts.
  3. Additional Articles:

    • Top Right Corner:

      • "Modern Museum Lends Sculpture to Fogg"
      • This piece discusses the loan of sculptures from the Museum of Modern Art, New York, for the Fogg Museum's exhibition, including works by artists such as Rodin, Epstein, Despiau, and others.
      • It mentions specific pieces like "The Thinker" and "The Kiss" by Rodin, and "The American Group" by Alexander Calder.
    • Bottom Right Corner:

      • "FOGG HAS MODERN SCULPTURE SHOW"
      • This article delves into the details of the sculptures on display, including pieces by Rodin, Brancusi, and other modern sculptors.
      • It provides a description of notable sculptures, such as "The Thinker" and "The Kiss," and discusses their historical and artistic significance.
  4. Visuals:

    • The clipping includes an image of the Fogg Museum's building, indicating the location of the exhibition.

The articles collectively highlight the Fogg Museum's efforts to bring together a significant collection of modern sculptures, showcasing the work of renowned artists and the importance of these pieces in the broader context of art history.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine dated August 1933, featuring articles related to the Fogg Museum's collection of sculptures.

Main Articles:

  1. Headline: "FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE"

    • Subheading: "Outstanding Collection May Be Seen in Cambridge"
    • Content:
      • The article highlights the Fogg Museum's significant sculpture collection, which includes works from the most influential sculptors of the past 20 years.
      • The collection features works by prominent artists such as Maillol, Rodin, Epstein, and others.
      • The museum has been loaned sculptures by private individuals and other museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Art Institute of Chicago.
      • The article emphasizes the museum's comprehensive collection, which spans from the 19th century to the early 20th century.
      • Notable sculptures include works by Maillol, Rodin, Epstein, and others, with a particular focus on the bronze works of Maillol, including "Standing Figure" and "Reclining Woman."
      • The collection also features works by American artists like George Biddle and Rene Stines.
  2. Headline: "Moderns at Fogg"

    • Subheading: "Modern European Sculpture Show"
    • Content:
      • This article discusses the modern sculpture show at the Fogg Museum, which includes works by artists such as Rodin, Epstein, and others.
      • The article describes the emotional quality and dramatic impact of the sculptures, noting their ability to evoke a sense of drama and realism.
      • The exhibition includes works by Rodin, Epstein, and Maillol, among others, highlighting their unique styles and techniques.
      • The article also mentions the variety of materials used in the sculptures, such as bronze, marble, and plaster.

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes a date stamp of "Aug 12 1933."
  • There are annotations and underlining in the margins, possibly indicating areas of interest or notes made by a reader.

Visual Elements:

  • The page is divided into two main articles with a central column of text and images.
  • The newspaper layout includes the names and dates of publication at the top and bottom of the page.
  • The text is accompanied by images of sculptures and artworks, though the images themselves are not visible in the provided image.

Conclusion:

The page provides a detailed overview of the Fogg Museum's sculpture collection in 1933, emphasizing its significance and the variety of works by renowned artists from the early 20th century. The articles discuss both the historical and modern sculptures on display, highlighting the museum's extensive and diverse collection.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated January 14, 1933. The article, titled "Modern Museum Lends Sculpture to Fogg," discusses an exhibition of modern sculpture at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.

Key points include:

  1. Exhibition Details:

    • The Fogg Art Museum has organized an outstanding sculpture exhibition, adding to its current collection.
    • The modern sculpture pieces are on loan from the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Pennsylvania Museum in Philadelphia, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Peabody Museum.
  2. Artists and Works:

    • The article mentions several notable sculptors and their works, including:
      • Georg Kolbe (Germany): "Young Girl Standing"
      • Wilhelm Lehmbruck (Germany): "Seated Youth"
      • Ernst Barlach: "The Singing Man"
      • Charles Despiau (France): Portrait heads
      • Maillol: Several works
      • Georg Minne: "The Fountain"
      • René Sintenis: "Standing Horse"
      • Hermann Haller: Works
      • Gaston Lachaise: "Man" and a torso
      • William Zorach: "Mother and Child"
      • Otto Dix and Alexander Archipenko: Various works
  3. American Sculpture:

    • The American section includes works by:
      • Paul Manship
      • Gaston Lachaise
      • William Zorach
      • Robert Laurent
      • Elie Nadelman
  4. Commentary on the Exhibition:

    • The article praises the exhibition for its eclectic and comprehensive representation of modern sculpture.
    • It highlights the significance of the various pieces, noting the evolution of sculpture over the past 20 years.
    • The writer mentions specific pieces that stand out, such as the work by Georg Kolbe and the "armless" Aphrodite by Maillol.
    • The author also comments on the technical mastery and the emotional and abstract elements in the works by various artists.
  5. Critique and Observations:

    • The author notes the rarity of modern European sculpture exhibitions in Boston.
    • It is mentioned that the pieces show a blend of traditional and innovative techniques.
    • The article discusses the emotional impact and stylistic variety of the works, from smooth modeling to more abstract forms.

Overall, the article provides an in-depth look at the significant modern sculpture exhibition at the Fogg Museum and highlights the importance and uniqueness of the displayed works.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from 1953, featuring articles about the Fogg Museum's sculpture collection and a modern sculpture show. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Headline and Subheadline:

    • "FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE"
    • "Outstanding Collection May Now Be Seen in Cambridge"
  2. Article Content:

    • The article discusses the outstanding sculpture collection at the Fogg Museum, which is part of Harvard University. The collection is noted for its comprehensive representation of sculpture from the 15th to the 20th centuries.
    • The collection includes works from various periods and styles, such as Gothic, Renaissance, and modern sculptures.
    • Highlights include pieces by renowned artists like Donatello, Degas, Rodin, and Maillol.
    • The article mentions specific sculptures, such as a bust of a young girl by Desiderio da Settignano, a bronze bust by Donatello, and works by Houdon and Rodin.
    • The collection also features modern sculptures, including works by Matisse, Lehmbruck, and Archipenko.
    • The exhibition is described as fully developed and will be on view indefinitely.
  3. Sidebar:

    • "ART NEWS and COMMENT by Katherine Hughes"
    • This section likely provides additional commentary or news related to the art world, though the specific content is not fully visible in the image.
  4. Second Article:

    • "FOGG HAS MODERN SCULPTURE SHOW"
    • This article discusses a modern sculpture exhibition at the Fogg Museum, featuring works from the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
    • The exhibition includes sculptures by artists such as Degas, Rodin, Maillol, and Lehmbruck.
    • The article highlights the rarity of modern European sculpture in Boston and the significance of the exhibition.
    • Specific sculptures mentioned include Degas' "Little Dancer," Rodin's "The Age of Bronze," and Lehmbruck's "Kneeling Woman."
    • The article also discusses the artistic styles and techniques of the featured sculptures, noting the emotional and technical aspects of the works.
  5. Additional Text:

    • There is a small section of text in a different language (possibly French) on the right side of the image, which seems to be a continuation or related article.

Overall, the image captures a moment in 1953 when the Fogg Museum was showcasing its impressive sculpture collection, highlighting both historical and modern works, and the significance of these exhibitions in the art world.

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This image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring several articles about art exhibitions. You can notice that the paper has aged, given its color and the apparent brittleness of the edges.

On the left side, there's an article with a bold headline that reads "FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE" followed by a subheadline "Outstanding Collection May Now Be Seen in Cambridge." Below the headlines, there is regular text composing the article.

The center column has a bold title "ART NEWS," followed by "NEW YORK MAY 3, 1933" and just below it another heading states "FOGG HAS MODERN SCULPTURE SHOW." There's a block of text beneath with what appears to be the main content of the article.

At the top right, there's a smaller section labeled "Modern at Fogg," with text that is significantly different in appearance due to it being upside-down and possibly in a foreign script.

The image also has handwritten notes on it, likely by a reader who wanted to note the date or significance of certain articles, such as "Sunday. School of History 1933", "Theme", and "Art Digest May. 1933."

Lastly, the articles feature several paragraphs of text, which discuss the content of the exhibitions, artists, and the pieces presented. The typesetting suggests an older publication style, with denser text and a more traditional newspaper layout.

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This image appears to be a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to an art exhibition. The headline on the largest clipping reads "FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE," and it discusses the outstanding collection of modern European sculpture now on display at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The article is by Katharine Hughes and mentions that this collection may be seen in Cambridge.

Other clippings provide additional information about the exhibition, including one titled "Modern Museum Lends Sculpture to Fogg" which discusses the arrangement of modern works of art lent by the Museum of Modern Art in New York to the Fogg Museum for the exhibition.

Another clipping, titled "FOGG HAS MODERN SCULPTURE SHOW," elaborates on the significance of the exhibition, mentioning the various sculptors whose works are featured, such as Rodin, Lehmbruck, Epstein, Despiau, Maillol, and others.

The top right clipping, titled "Moderns at Fogg," further discusses the exhibition and the sculptures on view, emphasizing the range and variety of styles included.

The articles are dated from May 1933, and written annotations like "Sunday herald 14 May 1933" and "Art News and Comment" are present on the scrapbook page, indicating the sources and dates of the clippings collected.

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The image shows a scanned page from a publication titled "Art News", dated Thursday, May 13, 1933. The page features an article about the Fogg Museum, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The headline at the top reads:

"FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE"

Key Details from the Article:

  1. Headline and Subheading:

    • The main headline is "FOGG MUSEUM HAS SCULPTURE".
    • A subheading below reads: "Outstanding Collection May Now Be Seen in Cambridge."
  2. Content Overview:

    • The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, highlighting its outstanding collection of sculpture.
    • It emphasizes that the museum is important and representative of much of the most important work in the field, including pieces from France, Germany, and private collections.
    • The museum has loaned pieces from New York and Boston, including works by notable artists such as Rodin, Despiau, Maillol, Lehmbruck, and others.
  3. Exhibition Details:

    • The article mentions that the Fogg Museum is arranging three loans of works from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Harvard Fogg Art Museum.
    • The loaned works will be on display in exchange for the Fogg Museum lending its collection to MoMA and the Exhibition of American Sources of Modern Art, which is scheduled to open at the Metropolitan Museum in June.
  4. Notable Sculptures:

    • The article highlights several modern European sculptors, including:
      • Rodin: Mentioned as a key figure, with a bronze of Max Schena at the Fogg Museum.
      • Maillol: A bronze "Woman" by Maillol will go to Philadelphia for the Exhibition of American Sources of Modern Art.
      • Lehmbruck: A bronze "Male Figure" by Lehmbruck will go to Philadelphia.
      • Despiau: A bronze "Female Figure" by Despiau will go to Chicago for the Century of Progress Exhibition.
    • The article also describes the Boston Museum's collection, noting that it is rare to see such a representative group of modern sculpture in Boston.
  5. Boston Museum Collection:

    • The article discusses the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, noting that it has a loan exhibition of modern sculpture.
    • It highlights several notable pieces:
      • Rodin: Includes a "Little Rodin" and a "Sister with Small Brother".
      • Despiau: A "Woman" by Despiau.
      • Lehmbruck: A "Male Figure" by Lehmbruck.
      • Maillol: A "Female Figure" by Maillol.
      • Despiau: A "Woman" by Despiau.
      • Despiau: A "Croching Woman" by Despiau.
    • The article praises the quality and variety of the collection, noting that it includes bronze, plaster, and wood works.
  6. Artistic Analysis:

    • The article provides critical commentary on the works, discussing their style, technique, and emotional impact.
    • It mentions that some sculptures, such as Despiau's "Woman," are architectal, while others, like Lehmbruck's "Male Figure," are more lyrical.
    • The article also notes the modernist tendencies in the works, such as abstraction, emotional intensity, and simplicity.
  7. Additional Notes:

    • The article is dated Thursday, May 13, 1933, and is part of the Art News publication.
    • There is a handwritten note in the top left corner that reads "Sunday, May 14, 1933", possibly indicating when the article was read or annotated.
    • The right margin includes a column of text in German, which appears to be a translation or commentary on the article.

Visual Layout:

  • The page is formatted with a two-column layout.
  • The left column contains the main article about the Fogg Museum and its sculpture collection.
  • The right column contains a separate article or commentary, likely in German, discussing the modern sculpture exhibition at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
  • The top right corner includes a header with the publication name "Art News" and the date "Thursday, May 13, 1933."
  • The bottom right corner has a handwritten note that reads "Art Direct 1933", possibly indicating the source or cataloging information.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping from 1933, focusing on modern art exhibitions and sculpture collections at prominent museums in the United States. The article provides detailed descriptions of the artworks, their artists, and their significance in the modern art movement of the time. The inclusion of German text suggests an international perspective on the art scene.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or article from 1933, featuring a modern sculpture show at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The article discusses the museum's exhibition of modern sculptures, highlighting the works of various artists such as Degas, Rodin, and Kolle. It mentions the loan of sculptures from the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Peabody Museum in Boston. The article also provides a brief description of some of the sculptures on display, including works by Renoir, Gaston Lachaise, and others. The tone of the article seems to be informative and appreciative of the modern sculptures showcased at the Fogg Museum.