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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and press releases from June 1941, primarily from Boston, Massachusetts. The clippings are mounted on a brown sheet of paper, which appears to be part of a scrapbook or press book. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping (June 5, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Announcement of an exhibition of modern graphic arts at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from June 10 to June 29.
  2. Top Middle Clipping (June 8, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Article titled "Among the Museums" discussing various exhibitions and events at different museums in Boston. It mentions a French 21st exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, a display of watercolors and prints at the Boston Public Library, and other exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  3. Top Right Clipping (June 5, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Announcement of an exhibition of modern graphic arts at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from June 10 to June 29.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (June 7, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Article titled "Libraries and Museums" providing information about various libraries and museums in Boston. It includes details about the Boston Public Library, Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and others.
  5. Middle Right Clipping (June 12, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Announcement of an exhibition of modern graphic arts at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from June 10 to June 29.
  6. Bottom Left Clipping (June 14, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Article titled "This Week in Boston" mentioning various events and exhibitions happening in Boston, including an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
  7. Bottom Right Clipping (June 15, 1941):

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Announcement of an exhibition of modern graphic arts at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from June 10 to June 29.
  8. Small Clipping at the Bottom:

    • Source: Unknown
    • Content: Announcement of an exhibition of modern graphic arts at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from June 10 to June 29.

Overall, the clippings focus on cultural and artistic events in Boston during June 1941, with a particular emphasis on exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and other notable institutions.

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The image shows a collection of press clippings from a service in Boston, Massachusetts, dated from early June 1941. These clippings feature various articles and announcements related to libraries and museums in Massachusetts. Here’s a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. June 5, 1941 (Lynn, Mass.):

    • Headline: "Exhibitions From June 8 to June 28"
    • Content: The Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge will display drawings from June 8 to June 28.
  2. June 7, 1941 (Boston, Mass.):

    • Headline: "Libraries and Museums"
    • Content: A listing of events and exhibitions:
      • Boston Public Library: Central Library and branches have summer hours. Exhibits include a collection of maps, manuscripts, and Americana.
      • Museum of Fine Arts: Announces a new acquisition, the painting "Portrait of a Man" by Rembrandt.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibitions including modern graphic art.
      • Children’s Museum: Hours and daily except Mondays.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Open daily, free except Sundays and holidays.
  3. June 8, 1941 (Boston, Mass.):

    • Headline: "Among the Museums"
    • Content: Describes various museum activities, including exhibitions and gallery talks at the Fogg Art Museum, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and Museum of Fine Arts.
  4. June 1, 1941 (Boston, Mass.):

    • Content: Announcement about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, with free gallery guidance daily except Sundays.
  5. June 12, 1941 (Lynn, Mass.):

    • Headline: "The Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris"
    • Content: An article about the Museum of Fine Arts’ exhibition featuring the painting "The Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris" by Rubens.
  6. June 14, 1941 (Boston, Mass.):

    • Headline: "This Week in Boston"
    • Content: Mentions exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, including modern graphic art from June 8 to June 28.
  7. June 5, 1941 (Herald, Boston, Mass.):

    • Content: An announcement about the Fogg Museum's Country Quarterly Series, open 9 AM to 5 PM daily with free guidance except Sundays and holidays.

Overall, the clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and artistic events taking place in Boston and surrounding areas during early June 1941, focusing on various exhibitions and museum activities.

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The image displays a collection of press clippings from June 1941, organized on a large sheet of paper. These clippings pertain to libraries, museums, and art exhibitions in the Boston area. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Press Clipping Service (June 5, 1941):

    • Item: Lynn, Mass.
    • Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge: Exhibition of drawings from June 3 to October 18, featuring works by modern graphic artists.
  2. Press Clipping Service (June 8, 1941):

    • Post: Boston, Mass.
    • Among the Museums:
      • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Exhibits special exhibitions including "The Age of the Renaissance" and "The New Acquisitions Gallery".
      • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: Exhibits works by various artists such as Rubens and Rembrandt.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Shows works by modern artists, including exhibitions of prints and drawings.
  3. Press Clipping Service (June 15, 1941):

    • Post: Boston, Mass.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibits by Harvard University's students, special exhibitions of modern art, and prints by various artists.
  4. Libraries and Museums (June 7, 1941):

    • Boston Public Library: Hours and location information for various branches.
    • Museum of Fine Arts, Boston: Hours and location, along with a note about the exhibit "The Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris" by Rubens.
    • Ezekiel Goldthwait and Thomas Goldthwait Exhibits: Information on the exhibits by John Singleton Copley and other artists.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Hours and location, with mention of new acquisitions gallery and free gallery talks daily at 11:00 a.m.
    • The New Gallery of Interior Design: Hours and location.
    • The Children's Museum: Hours and location.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Open 9-5 daily except Sundays and holidays.
  5. Press Clipping Service (June 12, 1941):

    • Item: Lynn, Mass.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibition of prints and drawings by modern graphic artists from June 3 to July 28.
  6. Press Clipping Service (June 14, 1941):

    • This Week in Boston: Fogg Art Museum highlights exhibitions of prints and drawings by modern artists.
  7. Press Clipping Service (June 15, 1941):

    • Herald: Boston, Mass.
    • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibition of prints and drawings by modern graphic artists.

Each clipping is from the "Press Clipping Service" and includes dates, locations, and descriptions of various art exhibitions and museum events. The clippings are from different sources and are all dated in June 1941, focusing on the cultural offerings in Boston and surrounding areas.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from the Press Clipping Service, dated between June 5, 1941, and June 15, 1941. The clippings provide information about various museums and art exhibitions in Boston and surrounding areas, including:

  1. June 5, 1941 - Item from Lynn, Mass.

    • The Fogg Museum in Cambridge is hosting an exhibition of drawings from June 3 to October 19, featuring works by artists including Holbein, Durer, and others.
  2. June 7, 1941 - This Week in Boston, Mass.

    • Boston Public Library:
      • Central Library and 31 Branch Libraries open from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm Monday to Saturday, and 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Sundays.
      • Features a Treasure Room with Pan-American celebrations and maps.
    • Museum of Fine Arts:
      • Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (closed Mondays).
      • Exhibitions include "The Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris" by Rubens and new acquisitions.
    • The Children's Museum:
      • Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, except Mondays.
    • Fogg Art Museum:
      • Located on Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge. Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily except Sundays and holidays.
  3. June 8, 1941 - Item from Boston, Mass.

    • Among the Museums:
      • Details of exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts, including "The Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris" and new acquisitions.
      • Free gallery talks and events at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
      • Free gallery talks at the Museum of Fine Arts.
      • New gallery of interior design at 106 Berkeley Street.
      • The Children’s Museum and its hours.
  4. June 12, 1941 - Item from Lynn, Mass.

    • The Fogg Museum, Cambridge, features an exhibition of Expression in Modern Graphic Art from June 12 to July 28.
  5. June 14, 1941 - This Week in Boston, Mass.

    • Fogg Art Museum:
      • Located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway, Cambridge, open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily except Sundays and holidays.
  6. June 15, 1941 - Items from Boston, Mass.

    • Herald:
      • The Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, is open for exhibitions and special events, including an exhibition of modern graphic art.
    • Post:
      • The Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, except Sundays and holidays, and features exhibitions of modern art.

The clippings provide a snapshot of the cultural activities and exhibitions available in the Boston area during June 1941.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Press Clipping Service dated between June 1, 1941, and June 15, 1941. The clippings are focused on various museums and libraries in the Boston area, detailing events, exhibitions, and information about these cultural institutions.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the contents:

  1. June 5, 1941 (Lynn, Mass.)

    • Item: Exhibition at the Fogg Museum, Cambridge, featuring drawings from June 5 to October 26.
  2. June 7, 1941 (Boston, Mass.)

    • Libraries and Museums Section:
      • Boston Public Library: Hours and details of events such as American celebrations.
      • Museum of Fine Arts: Information about exhibitions, including the "Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris" by Rubens.
      • Ezekiel Goldthwait and other exhibits by John Singleton Copley, Ezekiel Goldthwait, and Thomas Goldthwait.
      • New Gallery of Interior Design at 106 Berkeley Street.
  3. June 8, 1941 (Boston, Mass.)

    • Among the Museums: Details about several exhibitions at various museums, including the Fogg Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, featuring works by different artists and topics such as medieval art, religious art, and contemporary exhibitions.
  4. June 12, 1941 (Lynn, Mass.)

    • Item: Exhibition at the Fogg Museum, Cambridge, showcasing expressionist art from June 1 to June 28.
  5. June 14, 1941 (Boston, Mass.)

    • This Week in Boston:
      • Fogg Art Museum: Open from 9 AM to 5 PM daily except Sundays and holidays, with a special exhibition on October 15.
  6. June 15, 1941 (Herald, Boston, Mass.)

    • Item: "Octo-Town" section with an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, featuring a collection of artworks from October 15.

Each clipping includes dates, locations, and brief descriptions of the exhibitions, events, or information about the museums and libraries, reflecting the cultural activities and educational opportunities available in Boston during the early 1940s.

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The image shows a collection of press clippings, all dated June 1941, mounted on a brown backing board. The clippings are from various newspapers and are organized in rows and columns. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Row:

    • The first clipping is from the Press Clipping Service in Lynn, Mass., dated June 5, 1941. The headline is not clearly visible.
    • The second clipping, dated June 8, 1941, features an article titled "Among the Museums" from the Boston Post. It mentions the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and other cultural institutions.
    • The third clipping, dated June 15, 1941, is from the Boston Post and discusses exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, including Italian paintings and drawings.
  2. Middle Row:

    • The first clipping on this row is from the Press Clipping Service in Boston, dated June 7, 1941. The headline is not clearly visible.
    • The second clipping, dated June 12, 1941, is from the Lynn Item and mentions an exhibition at the Fogg Museum.
    • The third clipping, dated June 14, 1941, is from "This Week in Boston" and features an article about the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Bottom Row:

    • The first clipping is from the Press Clipping Service, dated June 5, 1941. It features an article titled "LIBRARIES and MUSEUMS" with details about the Boston Public Library and the Museum of Fine Arts.
    • The second clipping, dated June 15, 1941, is from the Herald and mentions the Fogg Art Museum.

The clippings primarily focus on news and updates about museums and libraries in the Boston area during the summer of 1941, highlighting exhibitions, acquisitions, and events.

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The image appears to be a photograph of a bulletin board or a collection of newspaper clippings that are pinned or pasted onto a wooden board. The clippings are from a "Press Clipping Service" based at 2 Park Square, Boston, Massachusetts, and are dated from June 7th to June 15th, 1941.

These clippings seem to list various exhibitions and events at museums and libraries in the Boston area during that time. For instance, one clipping mentions the Boston Public Library and the "Treasure Room, 3rd floor—Manuscripts and Early Maps of the American Continent—Historical Collections," with a date range of June 10th to 6 PM, June 14th.

Another clipping is a write-up titled "Among the Museums," discussing current presentations and exhibitions at the time, such as a newly installed Chinese Room at the Museum of Fine Arts, activities at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and events at the Fogg Art Museum, which was open daily except Sunday and Holidays.

There is also a section labeled "LIBRARIES and MUSEUMS," which details the Boston Public Library availability and some exhibit highlights like "OTTOMANS BY Rubens, Tiepolo, Guardi," giving an indication of what cultural offerings were available in the area during that period.

The board is showing signs of wear, with some tears, especially noticeable at the top right corner. There is also a small hole near the bottom right of the board, indicating it has been hung or pinned.

Overall, this image represents a historical snapshot of cultural events in 1941 Boston, serving as a reference for someone interested in the historical offerings of libraries and museums of that era.

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The image shows a sheet of cardboard or thick paper with multiple newspaper clippings attached to it. The clippings are mostly from the "Press Clipping Service" located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass. They are dated between June 7, 1941, and June 15, 1941. Several clippings are labeled with different titles, including:

  • "Among the Museums," discussing various museums and exhibitions.
  • "LIBRARIES and MUSEUMS," detailing several Boston public libraries and museums, including the Boston Public Library, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Free Gallery, the Children's Museum, and the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Other clippings mention art exhibitions, exhibition dates, and details about the Fogg Art Museum, including its location at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway in Cambridge.

The clippings are neatly arranged mostly vertically in three columns on the left half of the sheet, and a large empty space is present on the right half of the sheet. The paper appears aged and has some wear on the edges, including some torn parts at the top right corner. There is also a hole punch on the right side of the sheet.

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The image shows a collection of press clippings from 1941, focusing on museums, art galleries, and cultural events in Boston, Massachusetts. The clippings are from various sources, including the "Press Clipping Service" and "Libraries and Museums." The clippings cover a range of topics, such as exhibitions, art collections, and museum events. The text includes details about the exhibitions, such as dates, locations, and descriptions of the artworks and artifacts on display. The clippings also mention special events, such as lectures and guided tours, and provide information about museum hours and admission fees. The image provides a glimpse into the cultural landscape of Boston in the early 1940s and highlights the importance of museums and art galleries in the community.

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The image depicts a page from a Press Clipping Service document, dated June 15, 1941, originating from 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass. The page is formatted as a collection of newspaper clippings and summaries, organized into sections, and appears to be a printed or typed document with a slightly aged, sepia-toned appearance.

Key Features:

Header:

  • The top of the page prominently displays the title "Press Clipping Service" along with the address "2 Park Square, Boston, Mass."
  • The date "JUN 15 1941" is clearly marked at the top right corner.

Content Layout:

The page is divided into several sections, each containing brief summaries or excerpts from various press clippings. The content is organized into columns, with each column labeled with a date and location (e.g., Lynn, Mass., Boston, Mass., Cambridge).

Sections and Content:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Date: June 5, 1941
    • Location: Lynn, Mass.
    • Content: Mentions an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, featuring drawings from June 3–26. The text notes that the exhibition includes works by artists such as John Singer Sargent, Robert Henri, and George Grosz, among others.
  2. Top Middle Section:

    • Date: June 8, 1941
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Discusses the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, highlighting its special exhibitions, including drawings, paintings, and sculpture. It mentions that the museum is open free on Sundays and that special exhibitions are available for viewing.
  3. Top Right Section:

    • Date: June 15, 1941
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Summarizes activities at the Fogg Art Museum, including a lecture series and special exhibitions. It notes that the museum is open daily, with free admission on Sundays.
  4. Middle Left Section:

    • Date: June 7, 1941
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Refers to a week in Boston, likely summarizing cultural events and museum activities for the week.
  5. Middle Section (Center):

    • Title: "LIBRARIES and MUSEUMS"
    • Content: Provides details about various Boston cultural institutions:
      • Boston Public Library: Lists hours, locations, and events, including a celebration of the American Revolution and a display of early American history.
      • Museum of Fine Arts, Boston: Mentions the Head of Cyrus by Robert Tompkins, a new acquisition, and a painting gallery exhibit by Ezekiel Szekely.
      • Free Gallery Talks: Notes daily talks at the Free Gallery of Interior Design at the Museum of Fine Arts.
      • The Children's Museum: Lists hours and activities.
      • Fogg Art Museum: Mentions its location, hours, and special exhibitions.
  6. Bottom Section:

    • Date: June 14, 1941
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Content: Summarizes the week's activities in Boston, likely a recap of cultural events and museum happenings.

Visual Characteristics:

  • The text is typed or printed in a monospaced font, typical of early 20th-century documents.
  • The page has visible creases and slight wear, indicating age and handling.
  • There are small perforations along the edges, suggesting it may have been part of a bound collection or newsletter.
  • The overall tone is informative, aimed at providing updates on cultural events, museum exhibitions, and library activities.

Summary:

The image shows a page from a Press Clipping Service document dated June 15, 1941, summarizing cultural events, museum exhibitions, and library activities in Boston and surrounding areas. It highlights key institutions such as the Fogg Art Museum, Boston Public Library, and the Museum of Fine Arts, along with details about exhibitions, lectures, and public events. The document serves as a historical record of cultural life in Boston during World War II.