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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

ARCH.2003.28, Rendition: 800666

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This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping page from 1942, featuring three distinct articles about art exhibitions at Harvard University’s Fogg Museum, primarily focusing on the recently acquired Winthrop Collection of drawings and watercolors.

The articles are from different Boston newspapers, as indicated by the “Press Clipping Service” stamps from the Globe (Jan 25, 1942), Christian Science Monitor (Jan 26, 1942), and Christian Science Monitor (Jan 30, 1942) at the bottom of each section.


Main Headline: “Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection”

This top section, from the Globe, announces Harvard’s Fogg Museum’s acquisition of a significant collection of watercolors and drawings by John S. Sargent, John La Farge, and Childe Hassam — a gift from Grenville L. Winthrop of the Class of 1886. It describes the artists as among the most important Americans of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and notes their shared temperamental traits — versatility, love for life, and influence on American art.

An accompanying illustration (top right) is a charcoal portrait by John S. Sargent, titled “Madame Karasauina.” The portrait depicts a woman with dark hair and large expressive eyes, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and patterned scarf or shawl — rendered in a sketchy, atmospheric style.


Middle Section (Jan 30, 1942: Christian Science Monitor)

This article, titled “Valuable Collection,” elaborates on the 132 drawings and watercolors from the Winthrop Collection now on public display. It highlights:

  • Twenty-one etchings and working sketches by August Rodin, noted as among the most remarkable in the collection.
  • A centenary exhibition of etchings by Vincent van Gogh.
  • The ongoing Winthrop exhibition’s duration (through February 7, 1942) and availability of special guided tours in the afternoons.

Bottom Section (Jan 26, 1942: Christian Science Monitor)

This article focuses on Childe Hassam, noting his prominent inclusion in the collection, especially through his drawings and watercolors of American scenes. It features an etching by Childe Hassam, titled “Toby’s Cos Cob, 1915”, which was a gift from George J. Dyer to the Fogg Museum. The etching depicts a rustic, wintry New England scene: a snow-covered, multi-story house with a covered porch, a small dog near the front steps, and leafless trees, rendered in a detailed, linear style with atmospheric shading.

The article also mentions that Hassam’s talents are showcased in “a few water colors and drawings,” and that an additional gift to the museum includes 11 contemporary American paintings by Harold Weston.


Overall Impression:

This clipping serves as a historical document showcasing the cultural life of Harvard and Boston in the early 1940s, highlighting the museum’s acquisition of major American art and its commitment to public exhibition. The visual elements — the elegant portrait of Madame Karasauina and the atmospheric etching of a snowy New England homestead — provide a glimpse into the artistic styles and subjects celebrated at the time. The page’s faded paper and typographic style reflect its age and journalistic context.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings related to the Harvard University Fogg Museum of Art. The page is dated January 25, 25, and 26, 1942. It includes several articles and images about exhibitions and collections at the Fogg Museum.

  1. Top Section (January 25, 1942):

    • The headline reads, "Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection: Harvard's Recently Acquired Art Tops Current Exhibitions."
    • Below the headline, there is a detailed article discussing the Winthrop Collection, which includes works by John Sargent, John La Farge, and Childe Hassam. It mentions that the collection is on exhibition and highlights the importance of these artists in American art.
    • There is an illustration of a charcoal portrait titled "Madame Karasauina" by John Sargent.
  2. Middle Section (January 30, 1942):

    • The headline here is "Valuable Collection."
    • It details the Fogg Museum's exhibition of 132 drawings and watercolors by August Rodin, among other notable works.
    • There is an illustration of an etching by Childe Hassam titled "Toby's Cos Cob, 1915."
  3. Bottom Section (January 26, 1942):

    • The article discusses the Fogg Museum's recent acquisitions and donations, including works by various artists such as Ingres, Delacroix, and Gericault.
    • It also mentions the museum's interest in drawings and watercolors by Americans, particularly Childe Hassam.

The page is well-organized with articles, illustrations, and dates, providing a glimpse into the exhibitions and collections at the Fogg Museum during the mid-1940s.

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The image is a scrapbook or archive page featuring several newspaper clippings and press releases related to art exhibitions and collections at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The page has a brownish background, typical of aged paper.

Top Section:

  • Headline: "Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection"
  • Subheadline: "Harvard's Recently Acquired Art Tops Current Exhibitions"
  • Article: Discusses the acquisition of a significant collection of watercolors and drawings by John S. Sargent, John La Farge, and Childe Hassam, which was a gift from Grenville L. Winthrop. The article mentions the importance of these artists in American art and their influence during their lives. It also refers to other exhibitions at various galleries and museums in the area.
  • Image: A charcoal portrait titled "Madame Karasauina" by John S. Sargent, on display at the Fogg Museum.
  • Press Clipping Service Note: Indicates the service used for clipping, dated January 25, 1942.

Middle Section:

  • Headline: "Valuable Collection"
  • Article: This article highlights the valuable collection of 132 drawings and watercolors presented to the Fogg Museum of Art. It mentions the inclusion of 21 drawings by August Rodin and the continuation of the exhibition through February 7.
  • Press Clipping Service Note: Dated January 30, 1942.

Bottom Section:

  • Headline: "Fogg Museum"
  • Article: This piece discusses the various gifts received by the Fogg Museum of Art, including a collection of 11 dozen drawings and paintings presented by Grenville S. Winthrop. It also mentions the exhibition of French 19th and 20th century art and the inclusion of works by Ingres, Delacroix, and Gericault.
  • Image: An etching by Childe Hassam titled "Toby's Cos Cob, 1915," which was a gift from George J. Dyer to the Fogg Museum of Art.
  • Press Clipping Service Note: Dated January 26, 1942.

The clippings provide a snapshot of the museum's activities and acquisitions during the early 1940s, highlighting the importance of the Winthrop collection and the works of notable artists.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, which is a clipping that is stuck to a brown sheet of paper. The newspaper clipping is about the Fogg Museum, which shows Winthrop Collection. The clipping has text, a charcoal portrait, and a black-and-white etching. The charcoal portrait is on the top right, and the etching is on the bottom right. The text on the left is about the Fogg Museum, and the text on the right is about the Winthrop Collection.

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The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine. It shows a page with an article about an exhibition of the Winthrop Collection at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article highlights the collection's valuable drawings and watercolors from the 19th and 20th centuries, including works by Auguste Rodin, Edgar Degas, and others. The clipping also mentions a separate exhibition of watercolors by John Singer Sargent at the museum. The image is a mix of black-and-white photographs and text, with some sections faded or damaged.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or press clipping service, dated January 25, 1942, and January 30, 1942. The page is titled "Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection" and is subtitled "Harvard's Recently Acquired Art Tops Current Exhibitions." It discusses the recent acquisition and exhibition of the Winthrop Collection at the Fogg Art Museum, part of Harvard University. The article highlights the historical and artistic significance of the collection, which spans the period between 1790 and 1850 and includes works by notable artists such as John Sargent, John La Farge, and others.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Headline and Subheadings:

    • The main headline emphasizes the Winthrop Collection as a significant addition to Harvard's art holdings.
    • The subheading clarifies that this collection is a highlight of current exhibitions at the Fogg Museum.
  2. Article Content:

    • The article provides details about the collection, including its historical context, notable artists, and the types of works included (drawings, watercolors, and sketches).
    • It mentions specific artists and their contributions, such as John Sargent and John La Farge, and describes the collection as a valuable resource for understanding 19th-century American art.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • Top Right: A charcoal portrait titled "Madame Karasaina" by John S. Sargent, dated and attributed to the Fogg Museum.
    • Bottom Right: An etching titled "Toby's Con Cab," 1915 by Childe Hassam, noted as a gift from George J. Dyer to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard.
    • These images serve as visual examples of the types of artworks included in the Winthrop Collection.
  4. Press Clipping Service Information:

    • The page includes a header for the Press Clipping Service, indicating it is part of a service provided by 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • The dates (January 25 and January 30, 1942) are stamped at the bottom, suggesting this is part of a clipping archive.
  5. Layout:

    • The page is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with columns of text and accompanying illustrations.
    • The text is dense and informational, aimed at readers interested in art, museum exhibitions, and cultural events.

Overall Context:

The image captures a historical moment in the art world, showcasing the Winthrop Collection as a notable acquisition by Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The inclusion of specific artworks and artist names underscores the collection's importance and artistic value. The press clipping service context suggests this was part of a curated archive of news articles, likely preserved for historical or research purposes.

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This is a page from a vintage scrapbook or clipping book. It’s filled with yellowed newspaper clippings and small photos about Harvard’s Fogg Museum and its Winthrop Collection.

  • The top headline reads: “Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection,” with a subhead about Harvard’s newly acquired art.
  • On the upper right is a charcoal portrait labeled “MADAME KARASUINA—Charcoal portrait by John S. Sargent at Fogg Museum,” though the face in the image has a gray blur over it.
  • A small clipping from a “Press Clipping Service” shows a date like JAN 25, 1942.
  • In the center is a larger black-and-white photo (likely of a gallery or building) with a caption referencing an etching by Childe Hassam (described as a gift from George J. Dyer to the Fogg Museum).
  • There are additional small blocks of text titled “Valuable Collection” and more clipping-service notices with dates such as JAN 30, 1942 and JAN 26, 1942.
  • The page shows typical scrapbook formatting: multiple clippings arranged on a single brownish page, with binder holes along the left edge.

Overall, it documents early-20th-century art acquisitions and exhibitions at the Fogg Museum.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing clippings of press articles and illustrations. It appears to focus on art exhibited at the Fogg Museum (now part of Harvard Art Museums) in the early 20th century.

Key features:

  1. Top Article and Illustration: The largest article is titled "Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection," describing the exhibit of important art by Harvard University. Beside it is a charcoal portrait titled Madame Karasauina by John S. Sargent.

  2. Press Clippings: Additional smaller articles, titled "Valuable Collection" and "Fogg Museum," provide details about a collection of drawings and watercolors, including works by Auguste Rodin and other artists, as part of a February exhibition.

  3. Etching Illustration and Description: At the bottom is an etching titled Toby’s Cos Cob, 1915 by Childe Hassam, with further description adjacent to it.

  4. Date Stamps and Publisher Information: The clippings include date stamps such as January 25, 1942, January 30, 1942, and January 26, 1942, along with information about the source publications, including "Boston, Mass." and others.

The page is an archival preservation of early 1940s press mentions and artwork hosted by the Fogg Museum.

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The image showcases a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings related to art exhibitions, specifically from the Fogg Museum. The page includes several newspaper clippings discussing art collections and exhibitions, along with dates from January 1942, indicating the historical context of the content.

The topmost article on the page is titled "Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection" and refers to Harvard's recent acquisition featured in current exhibitions. Beneath this article, another clipping labeled "Valuable Collection" describes a collection of 132 drawings and watercolors presented at the Fogg Museum, mentioning a public viewing in a specially-designed exhibition of French 19th and 20th-century art.

There is also a mention of an etching by Childe Hassam titled "Tobey," which was a gift to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. Each article is accompanied by a service stamp from the "Press Clipping Service" located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Massachusetts, with dates like JAN 25 1942 and JAN 30 1942 printed on the service stamps.

In addition to the text, there are images of artworks—a charcoal portrait and an etching. The portrait artwork has a label that indicates it is a charcoal portrait by Johan S. Sargent exhibited at the Fogg Museum. The etching depicts a street scene with figures and architecture, indicating the style of work from the period and the artist mentioned. The overall image provides insight into the art and culture scene during the early 1940s in Boston.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings focused on an exhibition at the Fogg Museum featuring the Winthrop Collection. The page contains multiple newspaper clippings and two black-and-white images.

  1. The top left section has an article titled "Fogg Museum Shows Winthrop Collection" with text describing the Harvard University Fogg Museum of Art’s recent acquisition of important collection pieces by artists John Sargent, John La Farge, and Childe Hassam. It discusses the historical significance of these artists and the exhibition details.

  2. To the right of this article, there is a charcoal portrait labeled "'MADAME KARASUAINA'—Charcoal portrait by John S. Sargent at Fogg Museum." The portrait shows a woman in profile facing left, wearing traditional Eastern headwear and clothing, rendered in a realistic charcoal style.

  3. Below the main article is a smaller clipping titled "Valuable Collection," which mentions the collection of 132 drawings and watercolors presented at the Fogg Museum and highlights works by August Rodin and others.

  4. Below the charcoal portrait is a sketch or etching titled "Etching by Childe Hassam" showing a street scene with a horse-drawn cart and figures near a two-story wooden building.

  5. Surrounding these main elements are several small labels from “Press Clipping Service” with dates from January 1942 and references to newspapers in Boston, Massachusetts.

Overall, the page documents and highlights the exhibition of the Winthrop Collection at the Fogg Museum in early 1942, showcasing works by notable American artists and emphasizing the collection’s value and historical significance.