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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

ARCH.2003.28, Rendition: 800618

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This image is a press clipping, dated July 26, 1941, from the Christian Science Monitor, distributed by its Press Clipping Service located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.

The clipping features a monochrome reproduction of the artwork:

“Portrait of Julie Bellefée, by Degas”

The artwork itself is a ** charcoal or pastel drawing** depicting a young girl, Julie Bellefée, seated in a dark wooden chair. She is shown in three-quarter profile, looking down and to her right with a pensive or melancholy expression. She wears a light-colored, full-skirted dress with puffed sleeves and a high, frilled collar. Her right hand rests on her hip, while her left arm is bent, holding a small, indistinct object (possibly a doll or book) close to her chest. Her feet dangle slightly above the floor, one shoe untied and slipping off.

The drawing style is characteristic of Edgar Degas — sketchy, expressive, with strong contrasts between light and shadow, and an emphasis on the natural, unposed posture of the sitter. The artist’s signature, “Degas,” is visible in the lower right corner of the artwork.

Caption beneath the image:

“Portrait of Julie Bellefée, by Degas
Courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge.
A little-known example of this master’s work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.”

This clipping served to inform the public about the exhibition of modern French art at the Fogg Museum and highlighted this particular Degas portrait as a noteworthy but lesser-known piece on display.

The clipping is mounted on an aged, light-brown archival sheet (likely for preservation), with two small holes punched on the right edge, suggesting it was stored in a binder or file. The overall presentation is that of an institutional or research archive document.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated July 26, 1941. It features a black-and-white illustration of a seated woman named Julie Bellelè, a work by the artist Edgar Degas. The clipping is mounted on a piece of brown paper, which may be a binder or portfolio page. The illustration depicts Julie Bellelè in a relaxed pose, leaning slightly to one side, with her left arm resting on the back of the chair and her right arm slightly bent. She is wearing a long, flowing dress with puffed sleeves. The background is minimalistic, focusing attention on Julie Bellelè. The bottom of the clipping includes a caption that identifies the work as "Portrait of Julie Bellelè" by Degas and mentions that it was part of an exhibition of modern French art at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass., during the summer of 1941. The illustration is credited to the Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection. The overall tone of the clipping suggests it was used for reference or documentation of the artwork.

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This image is a scanned page or document from a press clipping service, specifically from the Christian Science Monitor dated July 26, 1941.

Key Elements:

  1. Main Image:

    • The central image is a black-and-white sketch of a seated woman, identified as "Julie Bellelé," created by the artist Edgar Degas.
    • The woman is depicted in a posture where she is leaning slightly forward with her hands clasped together in her lap.
    • She is wearing a voluminous, loose-fitting dress with puffed sleeves, typical of 19th-century fashion.
  2. Caption:

    • The caption beneath the image reads:

      "Portrait of Julie Bellelé, by Degas. A little-known example of this master's work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

    • This caption indicates that the artwork was part of an exhibition of modern French art at the Fogg Museum.
  3. Additional Information:

    • The document includes a header at the top that states the source as "Press Clipping Service," located at "2 Park Square, Boston, Mass." and "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass."
    • There is also a mention of "Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection," which likely provided the image for the clipping.
  4. Physical Condition:

    • The document has a beige or light brown background, suggesting it is an older piece of paper.
    • There is a small hole punch on the right side, indicating that the page was likely part of a folder or binder.

The overall image captures a historical piece of art by Degas, preserved as a press clipping from 1941, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the artwork and its exhibition.

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A vintage photograph of a woman is placed on top of a brown sheet of paper. The woman is wearing a long dress with her hands on her waist. She is sitting on a chair with her legs crossed. The photograph is placed on top of a brown sheet of paper with a white label on top. The label reads "Press Clipping Service" and "Christian Science Monitor".

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The image is a clipping from the "Press Clipping Service" of the Christian Science Monitor, dated July 26, 1941. It features a black-and-white illustration of a painting titled "Portrait of Julie Bellelli," created by Edgar Degas. The illustration shows a woman sitting on a chair, dressed in a long dress with her hands on her waist, gazing to the left. The clipping is placed on a brown paper folder with a white label that reads "Portrait of Julie Bellelli, by Degas." The clipping also includes a brief description of the painting, stating that it is "A little-known example of this master's work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

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The image depicts a vintage press clipping or archival document featuring a black-and-white illustration. The illustration portrays a young girl sitting in a relaxed pose on a chair. She is dressed in a long, loose-fitting dress with a high collar and long sleeves, typical of late 19th-century fashion. Her hair is styled in a neat, updo, and she appears to be gazing slightly to the side with a calm expression.

The illustration is signed in the lower right corner with the name "Degas," indicating that it is a work by the renowned French artist Edgar Degas. Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads: "Portrait of Julie Bellelé, by Degas." The caption further describes the artwork as "a little-known example of this master's work: an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

At the top of the document, there is a header that reads "Press Clipping Service" followed by the address "2 Park Square, Boston, Mass." and the date "JUL 26 1941." The overall appearance suggests that this is a preserved clipping from a newspaper or magazine, likely used for archival or reference purposes. The document has a slightly worn, aged look, consistent with its historical context.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a portrait of Julie Bellefleur, an artwork by French artist Edgar Degas. The clipping is dated July 26, 1941, and includes a caption that reads: "Portrait of Julie Bellefleur, by Degas. A little-known example of this master's work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • The clipping is from a Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • It features a portrait of Julie Bellefleur by Edgar Degas.
    • The clipping is dated July 26, 1941.
  • Portrait:
    • The portrait is a drawing or painting of Julie Bellefleur.
    • It is a little-known example of Degas' work.
    • The portrait is part of an exhibition of modern French art at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.
  • Caption:
    • The caption provides information about the portrait and the exhibition.
    • It mentions that the portrait is a little-known example of Degas' work.
    • It also mentions that the portrait is part of an exhibition of modern French art at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.

The image provides a glimpse into the artistic work of Edgar Degas and his lesser-known portraits, such as the one of Julie Bellefleur. The clipping also highlights the importance of the Fogg Museum in showcasing modern French art during the summer of 1941.

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The image is a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a portrait of Julie Bellelè, created by Edgar Degas. The clipping is attached to a piece of brown paper and includes a label at the top with the text "Press Clipping Service" and "Christian Science Monitor Boston, Mass." along with the date "JUL 26 1941".

The portrait itself is a black-and-white drawing of a young girl sitting in a chair, wearing a long dress and looking to her right. The background of the portrait is a light-colored wall. At the bottom of the clipping, there is a caption that reads: "A little-known example of this master's work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

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The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a black-and-white drawing of a woman in a dress, accompanied by a caption and a label.

  • The clipping is centered on a piece of aged paper with a light-brown hue.
    • The paper has a rough texture and appears to be worn around the edges.
    • A small white label is affixed to the top center of the paper, bearing the text "Press Clipping Service" in bold font, followed by an address and date.
      • The label reads: "74I Beacon St., Boston, Mass. Christian Science Monitor Christ Boston, Mass. JUL 25 1941"
    • Two holes are visible on the right side of the paper, suggesting that it was once bound or attached to something.
  • The clipping itself is a black-and-white drawing of a woman in a dress.
    • The woman is seated on a chair, with her left hand resting on her hip and her right hand holding a fan.
    • She wears a long-sleeved dress with a full skirt and has dark hair pulled back.
    • The drawing is signed "Degas" in the bottom-right corner.
  • A caption below the drawing provides context for the image.
    • The caption reads: "Portrait of Julie Bellei, by Degas A little-known example of the master's work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

In summary, the image presents a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a drawing of a woman by Degas, accompanied by a caption and label providing context and information about the artwork.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a black-and-white sketch of a young girl in a dress, accompanied by text that provides context about the artwork.

  • The clipping is mounted on a piece of brown paper, which has been aged to a light-brown color.
    • The paper features two holes punched along its right edge and bears the handwritten number "173" in the top-left corner.
  • At the top of the clipping, a small white sticker displays the following information:
    • "Press Clipping Service"
    • "47 Pearl St., Boston, Mass."
    • "Christian Science Monitor"
    • "Boston, Mass."
    • "JUL 26 1941"
  • Below the sticker, the sketch depicts a young girl with dark hair, wearing a long dress and sitting on a chair.
    • The girl's left hand rests on her hip, while her right arm appears to be resting on the back of the chair.
    • Her left leg is crossed over her right, with her foot dangling in the air.
    • The sketch is signed "Degas" in the bottom-right corner.
  • A caption below the sketch reads:
    • "Portrait of Julie Belloc, by Degas"
    • "A little-known example of the master's work, an item of the exhibition of modern French art on view during the summer at Fogg Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass."

In summary, the image showcases a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a sketch of a young girl by Edgar Degas, accompanied by descriptive text that provides context about the artwork and its exhibition at the Fogg Museum.