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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, 1933

ARCH.2003.27, Rendition: 798932

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to art exhibitions and events. Here is a detailed summary of each part:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Great Art Display at Chicago"
    • Image: A portrait of a woman holding flowers, identified as "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by John Singleton Copley.
    • Text: The article mentions that Boston's colonial painter, John Singleton Copley, will be represented in the Chicago exhibition by his "Portrait of Dorothy Murray," lent by the Fogg Art Museum. The painting is described as a significant piece of American art.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Porter A. Delegate"
    • Text: This brief article announces the acceptance of an invitation from the Swedish government to the thirteenth international congress on the history of art in Stockholm. A. K. Porter, William Dorr Boardman Professor of Fine Arts, is mentioned as the chairman of a delegation of six to represent the United States. The article is dated May 22, 1931, from the Crimson.
  3. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Concert May 23 At Fogg Museum"
    • Text: This article announces an informal concert on Tuesday, May 23, at 4:30 P.M. in the courtyard of the Fogg Museum. The concert will feature chorus, chorales, and instrumental music by Bach and Brahms. The article is from the Harvard Herald, dated May 21.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "N.Y. Times, Sunday, June 11"
    • Text: This is a review of Copley's portrait of Dorothy Murray. The reviewer praises the painting for its exceptional quality and notes that it is one of the finest examples of Copley's work. The article highlights the intricate details and the painter's skill in capturing the subject's likeness.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Portrait of Dorothy Murray, by Copley, Lent by Fogg Art Museum"
    • Image: Another image of the "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by John Singleton Copley.
    • Text: This clipping is from the New York Times and emphasizes the significance of the painting in the context of American art.

Overall, the image showcases various articles and announcements related to art exhibitions, specifically focusing on the "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by John Singleton Copley and related cultural events.

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The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings, all related to art and cultural events. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Date: May 28, unknown publication)

    • Title: "Great Art Display at Chicago"
    • Describes the representation of John Singleton Copley's "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" at the Chicago exhibition, lent by the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Middle Right Clipping (Date: May 22, 1933, publication: Crimson)

    • Announcement of A. K. Porter as a delegate to the 13th International Congress on the History of Art in Stockholm, with other delegates including William Dorr Boardman and Professor of Fine Arts, Porter.
  3. Small Clipping Above Middle Right (Date: May 23, unknown publication)

    • Announcement of a concert at the Fogg Museum on May 23, featuring works by Bach and Brahms.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Date: June 11, New York Times)

    • Discusses the significance of Copley’s portrait of Dorothy Murray, highlighting its technical excellence and the artist’s ability to capture the subject’s personality. It also mentions the portrait being exhibited in Chicago as part of a larger display of American art.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping (Date: June 11, New York Times)

    • Title: "OLD AND NEW AT CHICAGO"
    • Features the portrait of Dorothy Murray by Copley again, emphasizing its inclusion in the Chicago exhibition and its significance in showcasing American art.

The collage seems to be curated for an art or historical collection, highlighting both classical art pieces and cultural events, with a focus on John Singleton Copley’s works and significant art exhibitions.

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This image is a collage of several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events.

  1. Top Left (Boston Globe, Post May 28):

    • The headline reads "Great Art Display at Chic[ago]".
    • It features an image of a painting titled "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by John Singleton Copley, a prominent Colonial painter from Boston.
    • The article discusses the inclusion of Copley's work in the Chicago exhibition and praises his skill and technique. It highlights the realistic portrayal and the delicacy in the brushwork of the portrait, noting Copley's ability to capture the essence of the subject with simplicity and feeling.
  2. Top Center (Crimson - May 22, 1933):

    • Announces that A. K. Porter, William Dorr Boardman Professor of Fine Arts, has been designated as chairman of a delegation of six to represent the United States at the thirtieth international congress on the history of art in Stockholm from September 4 to 7.
  3. Middle Center (Concert May 23):

    • Announces an informal concert by T. Tertius Noble, organist, and P. M. in the court yard of the Fogg Museum on May 23.
    • The program includes choral pieces and instrumental preludes by Bach and Brahms.
  4. Right and Bottom (New York Times, Sunday, June 11):

    • The headline reads "Old and New at Chicago" under the section "American Art".
    • It features the same "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by Copley.
    • The article elaborates on the significance of Copley's work, emphasizing his skill in portraiture and his ability to convey realism and emotion. It also mentions that the portrait will be part of an exhibition in Chicago.

The articles collectively highlight the importance of John Singleton Copley's work, an upcoming art history congress in Stockholm, and an informal concert at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings related to an art exhibition featuring the work of John Singleton Copley, specifically his painting "Portrait of Dorothy Murray."

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Great Art Display at Chicago"
    • Description: This clipping shows a photograph of the "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by John Singleton Copley. The article mentions that this portrait will be part of an exhibition at the Chicago Art Institute, lent by the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Porter A: Delegate"
    • Description: This clipping is unrelated to the art but mentions that A. K. Porter, William Dorr Boardman Professor of Fine Arts, was chosen as a delegate to represent the United States at an international congress on the history of art in Stockholm.
  3. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Concert May 23 At Fogg Museum"
    • Description: This clipping advertises a concert scheduled for May 23 at the Fogg Museum. It mentions an informal concert featuring choral melodies by Bach and Brahms.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Description: This article discusses the "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by Copley, highlighting its significance. It notes that Copley's work is an excellent example of eighteenth-century American portraiture. The article mentions Copley's ability to capture the subject's character and the technical skill in painting the hands and drapery.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "American Portrait: Old and New at Chicago"
    • Description: This article from the New York Times (Sunday, June 11) discusses the exhibit in Chicago, featuring the "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by Copley. It mentions the historical significance and artistic merit of the portrait.

Overall, the collage highlights the importance of Copley's portrait in an art exhibition and provides additional context about related events and discussions in the art world at that time.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings and articles related to art and cultural events from the early 20th century.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Great Art Display at Chicago"
    • Description: This clipping features a portrait by John Singleton Copley titled "Portrait of Dorothy Murray." It is noted that Copley's work is being exhibited at the Chicago exhibition and is lent by the Fogg Art Museum. The caption emphasizes Copley's skill in capturing the details and elegance of the subject.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Porter A. Delegate"
    • Content: This small article mentions A. K. Porter, who was designated as the chairman of a delegation to represent the United States at the thirteenth international congress on the history of art in Stockholm, Sweden, from September 4 to 7. This announcement was made on May 22, 1933.
  3. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Concert May 23 At Fogg Museum"
    • Content: An announcement for an informal concert to be held on May 23 at the Fogg Museum. The concert is scheduled for 8:30 P.M. and will include choral and instrumental music, featuring preludes of the choral melodies by Bach and Brahms.
  4. Bottom Left Article:

    • Content: A detailed description of Copley’s portrait of Dorothy Murray. The article discusses the technical prowess and artistic skill involved in the painting, highlighting Copley's ability to capture the subject's character and the subtleties of the period's fashion and style. It mentions that the portrait is an excellent example of eighteenth-century canvas painting and is free from common issues such as over-faceting or slick brushwork.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "NEW YORK TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 11, 1933"
    • Title: "T: AMERICAN PORTRAIT"
    • Subtitle: "OLD AND NEW AT CHICAGO"
    • Content: This clipping also features the same portrait of Dorothy Murray by Copley and reiterates its significance and the fact that it is part of the Chicago exhibition, lent by the Fogg Art Museum.

The articles collectively highlight a significant art exhibition in Chicago, featuring works by notable American artists, and include cultural events such as a concert at the Fogg Museum. The clippings are dated around May to June 1933.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings and related materials from the early 20th century, focusing on an art display and a historical delegation announcement.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Great Art Display at Chicago"
    • Description: The article mentions Boston's Colonial painter, John Singleton Copley, who will be represented in a Chicago exhibition with his "Portrait of Dorothy Murray." The clipping highlights the painting and notes its inclusion by the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Top Right Clippings:

    • First Clipping (Porter A. Delegate):

      • Announces the acceptance of an invitation from the Swedish government for a delegation to the Stockholm International Congress on the History of Art.
      • The delegation includes A.K. Porter, William Dorr Boardman (Professor of Fine Arts), and five others from the United States. This announcement is dated May 22, 1933.
    • Second Clipping (Concert):

      • Announces an informal concert on May 23 at the Fogg Museum, including choirs and instrumental pieces by Bach and Brahms. The event is scheduled for 12:30 P.M.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (New York Times, June 11):

    • Text: Discusses the excellence of Copley's "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" as a fine example of the eighteenth-century canvases painted in America. It emphasizes the artist's skill and how he managed to capture the sitter's hands and the simplicity of the pose without any over-familiar brushwork.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping (New York Times, June 11):

    • Image: Another reproduction of the "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" by Copley, lent by the Fogg Art Museum. This image is also captioned with the same description as the bottom left clipping.

The overall theme revolves around the exhibition of historical and notable artworks, particularly focusing on John Singleton Copley's work and his portrayal of Dorothy Murray. The clippings include both visual and textual information, emphasizing the historical significance and artistic merit of the artwork.

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The image is a scanned copy of a page with various newspaper clippings and articles with a focus on art. The majority of the page has a brownish tint due to the aging of the paper. Featured prominently on the left is a large, darkly printed reproduction of a portrait by John Singleton Copley, described in an accompanying text as a portrayal of Dorothy Murray. This portrait article is from the New York Times dated June 11, with no year visible. The article describes Copley's portrait as a departure from typical eighteenth-century artistic styles, with special emphasis on Copley's ability to convey what the writer called the "pulse of the American scene."

Above the large portrait reproduction, two smaller clippings are pinned. The top-right clipping is labeled "Porter As a Delegate" and discusses an appointment related to the State Department and the board of a delegation of six to represent the United States. Below that, a smaller clipping details a concert that was to be held at the Fogg Art Museum on May 23, listing a program of music by various composers including Bach and Beethoven.

All of these items appear to be fastened to the page with small metal pins, and there is a handwritten note saying "Post May 28" below the main image, suggesting the possibility of the items being archived or organized in some fashion. The general theme of the page suggests an interest in the arts, both visual and musical, as well as history and historical figures.

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The image shows a page from a historical newspaper or publication, dated June 11, 1933, featuring a variety of news snippets and illustrations. The page is divided into several sections, each containing text and accompanying images.

Top Left Section:

  • Headline: "Great Art Display at Chic"
  • Image: A black-and-white illustration of a woman in an elegant, flowing dress, likely a portrait. The image is labeled as "Portrait of Dorothy Murray, by Copley. Lent by Fogg Art Museum."
  • Text: A brief article discusses the portrait, highlighting the work of John Singleton Copley, a Colonial painter. It mentions that Copley's "Portrait of Dorothy Murray" will be represented in the Chicago Exhibition by the Fogg Art Museum. The text praises Copley's skill, noting his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with simplicity and charm.

Top Right Section:

  • Headline: "Porter A Delegate"
  • Text: A short announcement about Porter A. being designated as a delegate to represent the United States at the thirteenth international congress on the history of art in Stockholm, September 4 to 7. It mentions that Porter is the chairman of a delegation of six arts representatives.

Middle Right Section:

  • Headline: "Concert May 23 At Foag Museum"
  • Text: An advertisement for a concert scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, at 4:30 P.M., in the court yard of the Fogg Museum. The program includes choral and instrumental preludes and the choral melodies of Bach and Brahms.

Bottom Right Section:

  • Headline: "NEW YORK TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 11, AMERICAN ART: OLD AND NEW AT CHICAGO"
  • Image: Another black-and-white illustration of a woman in period clothing, similar in style to the top left image. This is also labeled as "Portrait of Dorothy Murray, by Copley. Lent by Fogg Art Museum."
  • Text: The headline indicates that the article is from the New York Times and discusses American art, specifically focusing on the Chicago exhibition.

Overall Layout:

  • The page is formatted with a mix of textual articles and accompanying illustrations, typical of a newspaper or magazine from the early 20th century.
  • The content revolves around art, cultural events, and notable figures, with a focus on the work of John Singleton Copley and the Chicago Art Exhibition.
  • The inclusion of dates (May 22, 1933, and June 11, 1933) suggests that this is a compilation of news items from around that time.

Visual Elements:

  • The illustrations are monochromatic and appear to be reproductions of historical portraits.
  • The text is typed in a classic serif font, consistent with early 20th-century printing styles.
  • The page number "34" is visible at the top left corner, indicating its position within a larger publication.

This page provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic events of the early 1930s, highlighting the significance of historical art and its representation in exhibitions and public discourse.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and a portrait of Dorothy Murray. The clippings are from the Boston Herald and the New York Times, dated from May 22, 1933, to June 11, 1933. The clippings discuss the Chicago Art Institute's exhibition of John Singleton Copley's portrait of Dorothy Murray, which was lent by the Fogg Art Museum. The portrait is described as one of the finest achievements of the American artist and captures the pulse of the American scene. The clippings also mention the appointment of A. K. Porter as a delegate to the thirteenth international congress on the history of art in Stockholm.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings. There are four clippings in total, each with a different headline and content. The clippings are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with two clippings on the top row and two clippings on the bottom row. The top left clipping has a headline that reads "Great Art Display at Chicago," and it features a photograph of a woman. The top right clipping has a headline that reads "Porter A. Delegate," and it features a photograph of a man. The bottom left clipping has a headline that reads "Copley's Portrait of Dorothy Murray," and it features a photograph of a woman. The bottom right clipping has a headline that reads "Old and New at Chicago," and it features a photograph of a man.