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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

ARCH.2003.28, Rendition: 800551

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This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping mounted on a slightly larger, beige-colored paper or file page. The clipping is from the Boston Post, dated February 23, 1941, and was distributed by the “Press Clipping Service” located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.

The main article is titled “Great Goya Display, Chicago” and is accompanied by a large, grainy black-and-white photograph. The photo depicts a group of people, mostly women dressed in period attire (likely the 1940s), viewing the artwork in what appears to be an art gallery or museum. The photograph is captioned:

“‘Majas on the Balcony,’ lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, to the important current exhibition of the Art of Goya at the Art Institute of Chicago, by whose courtesy it is reproduced.”

The article discusses a major exhibition of Francisco Goya’s works at the Art Institute of Chicago. It mentions that the show features paintings, drawings, and prints from Goya’s time in Spain and later in France, including famous pieces like “The Majas on the Balcony.” The article highlights Goya’s significance as a painter of his era, his influence on later artists, and notes that the exhibition contains both large oils and small intimate works. It also mentions the inclusion of Goya’s rare sketches for “The Proverbios,” noting that many of these were not previously exhibited publicly in the United States. The text also covers a related exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Additional text on the right column mentions “First Century of Printmaking,” discussing the development of printmaking techniques before the 16th century.

The clipping and mounting page show signs of age: the paper is browned and slightly frayed at the edges. Two dark, punched holes are visible on the left-hand margin of the page, suggesting it was stored in a binder.

Overall, the image captures a historical artifact — a preserved press clipping documenting a significant art exhibition during World War II, highlighting cultural life and museum activity in the U.S. despite global turmoil.

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This image appears to be a scanned copy of a newspaper clipping dated February 23, 1941, from the "Press Clipping Service" located in Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping is titled "Great Goya Display, Chicago" and discusses an exhibition of the artwork of Francisco Goya at the Art Institute of Chicago. The article includes a reproduction of a painting titled "Majas on the Balcony," which is mentioned to be lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, to the exhibition.

The text of the article provides details about the exhibition, highlighting the breadth and significance of the works displayed. It mentions the inclusion of paintings, drawings, prints, and tapestry designs, emphasizing the importance of Goya's art and its historical context. The article also touches on the role of printmaking in the 15th to 17th centuries and how it contributed to the dissemination of art and religious images.

The layout of the clipping is typical of a newspaper article, with a header, an introductory paragraph, and subsequent paragraphs providing more information about the exhibition. The image of the "Majas on the Balcony" is a black-and-white reproduction of the painting, showing two women on a balcony with a dark, moody atmosphere and a mysterious figure in the background.

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This image is a scanned page that contains a newspaper clipping discussing an art exhibition. The clipping is titled "Great Goya Display, Chicago" and features a black-and-white photograph of a painting titled "Majas on the Balcony," which was lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The article discusses the exhibition of the art of Goya at the Art Institute of Chicago, highlighting the significance of the paintings, drawings, and prints on display. It mentions that this is the most comprehensive display of Goya's varied work ever shown in the United States. The article also describes the painting technique and the historical background of Goya's art. Additionally, it mentions the "First Century of Printmaking" exhibition, which is also part of the winter season at the Art Institute of Chicago. The clipping is dated February 23, 1941, and includes a header from the Press Clipping Service in Boston, Massachusetts.

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A piece of paper is pasted on the cardboard. It is a clipping from a newspaper. The top part has the words "Press Clipping Service" written on it. Below it is a clipping with the words "Great Goya Display, Chicago" written on it. There is a black-and-white photo of a painting of a man and two women standing in front of a balcony. Below it is a text written in black font.

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A newspaper clipping features an article titled "Great Goya Display, Chicago." The clipping is placed on a brown sheet of paper, with the text "Press Clipping Service" at the top. The article discusses an exhibition of Goya's art at the Art Institute of Chicago. It highlights the significance of Goya's work, particularly his etchings and prints, and mentions the involvement of notable curators and experts in the exhibition. The clipping includes a reproduction of Goya's painting "Majas on the Balcony."

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The image depicts a scanned page from a press clipping service, dated February 23, 1941, and published by the "Press Clipping Service" located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass. The page is titled "Great Goya Display, Chicago" and appears to be a news article or review discussing an exhibition of works by the renowned Spanish artist Francisco Goya.

Key Elements of the Image:

  1. Headline:

    • The headline, "Great Goya Display, Chicago," prominently appears at the top of the page, indicating the focus of the article.
  2. Illustration:

    • Below the headline, there is a black-and-white illustration of a painting. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene with three figures:
      • A central female figure, likely a noblewoman, dressed in elaborate period clothing, sitting on a balcony.
      • A male figure, possibly a nobleman, standing beside her, dressed in dark, formal attire.
      • A smaller figure, possibly a child or servant, standing near the central figure.
    • The setting appears to be a dramatic or historical moment, with the figures framed by a balcony and a dark, moody background.
  3. Caption:

    • Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads:

      "Maids on the Balcony," lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, to the current exhibition of the Art of Goya at the Art Institute of Chicago, by whose courtesy it is reproduced.

  4. Text Content:

    • The article discusses the Goya exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago, highlighting the significance of the event.
    • It mentions that Goya's works are being showcased, including paintings, drawings, and prints.
    • The text emphasizes the historical and artistic importance of Goya's contributions, noting his role as a court painter and his influence on Spanish art.
    • The article also references Goya's life, his works, and the context of his time, including the turbulent political and social climate of Spain during his era.
  5. Layout and Design:

    • The page has a classic newspaper or magazine layout, with a clear hierarchy of information: headline, illustration, caption, and descriptive text.
    • The text is typed in a serif font, typical of early 20th-century print media.
    • The page number "8" is visible in the top-right corner, suggesting this is part of a larger document or publication.
  6. Condition:

    • The page appears aged, with a slightly worn and discolored background, indicative of its historical nature. There are also small holes or perforations along the left edge, likely from binding or filing systems.

Summary:

The image is a historical press clipping from February 23, 1941, detailing an exhibition of Francisco Goya's works at the Art Institute of Chicago. It includes an illustration of one of Goya's paintings, "Maids on the Balcony," along with a descriptive article that contextualizes Goya's art and the significance of the exhibition. The layout and design reflect the style of early 20th-century print media.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping pasted onto brown scrapbook or archival paper. The clipping is from a Press Clipping Service, as noted in the label in the upper left corner, with the service name and address in Boston, Massachusetts. The date stamp reads "FEB 23 1941."

The clipping's headline is "Great Goya Display, Chicago." Below the headline, there is a printed reproduction of Francisco Goya's painting Majas on the Balcony, which features two women elegantly dressed sitting on a balcony, with two shadowy male figures looming behind them.

Below the image, there is a caption:
"‘Majas on the Balcony,’ lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, to the important current exhibition of the Art of Goya at the Art Institute of Chicago, by whose courtesy it is reproduced.”

The accompanying text discusses the Goya exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago, highlighting the artist’s works and influence, as well as the broader context of his paintings, drawings, and etchings.

The page itself shows signs of age, with discoloration and some minor wear. There are two punched holes on the left side of the page, possibly for inserting it into a binder.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing a newspaper clipping about a Goya art display in Chicago. The page is aged and brownish, with two punched holes on the left side, indicating it was kept in a binder.

At the top left corner of the page, there is a small label from the "Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.," with a date stamp of "FEB 23 1941."

The clipping titled "Great Goya Display, Chicago" features a black and white reproduction of a Goya painting, "Majas on the Balcony," lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, to the current exhibition of Goya's art in Chicago.

The article discusses two exhibitions of Goya's works in Chicago, highlighting important features of his art, his influence, and the significance of the exhibits. It mentions details like Goya's use of color, style, and his impact on printmaking. The text is densely printed and fills the majority of the clipping around the image.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or folder made of brown manila paper. Affixed to the page are small newspaper clippings.

  • The most prominent clipping has a headline that reads something like “Great Goya Display, Chicago.” It includes a black-and-white photograph of several people standing behind a railing, with their faces partially obscured or blurred.
  • Beneath the photo is a caption that appears to reference the painting “Majas on the Balcony,” lent by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, for a current exhibition.
  • The surrounding text (in small print) discusses the exhibit and its significance.
  • A second, smaller clipping at the top mentions a “Press Clipping Service” from Boston, Mass., with a date stamp that looks like February 1941.
  • The page has a couple of punched holes on the left side (likely for a binder) and some wear around the edges, with a small “8” written in the top-right corner.

Overall, it’s a mid-20th-century newspaper clipping about a Goya exhibit, mounted on a plain brown folder.

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This image features an aged paper document, likely a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings, due to its tattered edges, discoloration, and what appear to be remnants of adhesive and other papers. The dominant piece on the page is a newspaper clipping dated February 3, 1941 from the "Press Clipping Service" headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The article is titled "Great Goya Display, Chicago" and includes an image from that exhibition. The article discusses the significance of the display and provides details on the specific works featured, such as "Majas on the Balcony" being loaned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to the Art Institute of Chicago. The text is set in an old-fashioned typeset, indicative of the time period, and there is visible wear on the paper, giving it a historical look.

The accompanying image within the newspaper clipping appears to show a scene portraying figures gathered around a balcony, highlighting an artwork from the mentioned exhibition. There's also some textual content beneath the image within the clipping, although the details are mostly illegible due to the resolution of the image provided here.