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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

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The image is a collage of several articles and photographs, primarily focusing on an exhibition of rare Chinese artifacts at the Fogg Museum. The main headline reads "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum." The articles detail the significance and historical value of the artifacts, which include items from the Dane Collection, brought to America from ancient China.

The photographs show various pieces from the collection, such as a covered jar in carved green jade, an eighteenth-century snuff bottle, a tea bowl, a cup stand, and other porcelain and crystal pieces. The descriptions provide specific details about each item, including their estimated ages and origins, ranging from the Sung Dynasty to the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

One of the articles, titled "Dane Collection Occupies Three Galleries of Museum," explains that the collection, housed in three galleries at the Fogg Museum, includes over 300 pieces of Chinese porcelain, jade, and crystals. It mentions significant contributions and the historical journey of these artifacts, emphasizing their importance and the meticulous process of their acquisition.

Additionally, there is a clipping from the "Press Clipping Service" dated August 22, 1942, and another article about the Fogg family, indicating a possible connection to the museum. The overall theme of the collage revolves around the cultural and artistic significance of Chinese antiques and their display in American museums during that period.

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The image consists of two newspaper clippings that highlight a historical exhibition of rare Chinese artifacts at the Fogg Museum.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • Headline: "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum."
    • Content:
      • The article showcases several pieces of ancient Chinese art, specifically jades, crystals, and porcelains.
      • The items include:
        • A covered jar in carved jade.
        • An intricately carved and decorated tea caddy.
        • An ornate carved and gilded tea bowl.
        • A decorative stand with a detailed design.
        • A small purple and blue patterned early bronze form from the Sung Dynasty.
      • The exhibition is part of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, highlighting a significant collection brought from ancient China.
  2. Bottom Clipping:

    • Headline: "Dane Collection Occupies Three Galleries of Museum."
    • Content:
      • This article describes the extensive collection of Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains presented by the Dane family.
      • The collection includes over 500 items, dating from the 11th to the 19th century, and is showcased in three galleries.
      • The Fogg Museum of Art notes that the collection is a rare and valuable assortment of objects, which is displayed to highlight the craftsmanship and historical significance of these artifacts.
      • The exhibition was organized to draw attention to the cultural and artistic heritage of China, emphasizing the skill and artistry of the Chinese artisans during different dynasties.

Both clippings are dated August 22, 1942, and are sourced from the Press Clipping Service. The clippings also include details on the provenance and historical context of the items on display.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from August 1942 detailing an exhibition of rare Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains at the Fogg Museum (now known as the Harvard Art Museums).

  1. Main Clipping:

    • Title: "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum"
    • Description: This clipping features several images of various Chinese artifacts, including:
      • A carved jade jar.
      • A jade-covered box with intricate designs.
      • A dark green jade bowl.
      • A pair of carved jade objects, possibly ewers and covers.
      • A piece of carved porcelain with detailed artwork.
      • A jade tea bowl and cover.
    • Details: The artifacts are described as being from the eighteenth to the nineteenth century and include pieces like a "green jade" ewer and a "gray-green jade tea bowl."
  2. Press Clipping Service Note:

    • Date: August 22, 1942
    • Source: Press Clipping Service, Boston, Mass.
    • Details: This note indicates the source of the clippings, providing a reference for further information.
  3. Fogg Family in Reunion Clipping:

    • Title: "Fogg Family in Reunion"
    • Description: This clipping discusses the reunion of the Fogg family and mentions a woman chosen as president. It also references the Fogg Museum, which is where the collection was exhibited.
    • Additional Information: There is a brief mention of the family history and the significance of the museum's collection, particularly noting the substantial number of artifacts and the value of the jades and porcelains.
  4. Dane Collection Clipping:

    • Title: "Dane Collection Occupies Three Galleries of Museum"
    • Description: This clipping elaborates on the extensive collection of Chinese artifacts brought to the museum by a person named Dane.
      • Details: It mentions that the collection includes 300 pieces, such as jades, porcelains, and crystals from the eighteenth to the nineteenth centuries.
      • Historical Context: The collection is noted to be of significant historical value, with pieces such as a "jade pendant" and other objects that represent ancient Chinese craftsmanship.

Overall, the clippings collectively highlight the historical importance and beauty of the Chinese artifacts on display at the Fogg Museum during the summer of 1942, emphasizing their rarity and the significant contributions of the collectors and the museum itself.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from August 1942, featuring articles related to an exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

  1. Headline Article (Top):

    • Title: "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum"
    • Description: This article showcases several pieces of Chinese art, including jades, crystals, and porcelains. The items are displayed in a grid with captions:
      • A covered jar in carved jade.
      • An eighteenth-century green jade tea bowl with a lid.
      • A carved dark green jade and cup.
      • An eighteenth-century purple and blue porcelain vase.
      • An eighteenth-century carved porcelain vase with a design that appears to be inspired by early bronze forms from the Sung Dynasty (960-1279 A.D.).
  2. Article (Bottom Left):

    • Title: "Fogg Family in Reunion"
    • Description: This article mentions a reunion event of the Fogg family, highlighting the election of a Chinese woman as president. It includes a list of family members present at the event and some brief details about the family's activities and history.
  3. Article (Bottom Right):

    • Title: "Dane Collection Occupies Three Galleries of Museum"
    • Description: This article discusses the Dane Collection, which includes approximately 300 pieces of Chinese jade, porcelain, and crystal artifacts from the eighth to the eighteenth century. The collection was donated by Mrs. Dane and is noted for its rarity and historical significance. The article also mentions the meticulous care taken by Mrs. Dane in preserving these items and the expertise of the Fogg Museum's curator, Dr. James S. Taylor, in identifying and cataloging them.
  4. Clipping Service Note:

    • Note: A note from the Press Clipping Service indicates that the articles were clipped on August 22, 1942, from the Boston Post and the C.S. Monitor.

Overall, the collage provides a historical snapshot of a significant exhibition and the notable Dane Collection at the Fogg Museum, along with related family and museum news.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping featuring an exhibition of rare Chinese art pieces at the Fogg Museum, part of Harvard University. The headline reads "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum."

The main focus of the article is on various ancient Chinese artifacts that have been brought to America and are now on display. The images depict several notable items:

  1. A covered jar with intricate carvings.
  2. A hanging lantern or censer with ornate details.
  3. A large, spherical crystal.
  4. A small cup and other carved jade pieces.
  5. An elaborately carved and gilded screen.
  6. A porcelain vase with a purple and blue glaze.

Each item is described with details about its material, color, and era:

  • The covered jar is from the Ming dynasty (1368-1644 A.D.) and is carved dark green jade.
  • The green jade teapot is from the eighteenth century.
  • The crystal and cut jade pieces are from various periods, including the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
  • The carved and gilded lacquer screen is from the late Ming dynasty.
  • The porcelain vase is in an early bronze form from the Sung dynasty (960-1278 A.D.).

Additionally, the clipping mentions a press service note dated August 22, 1942, and an article about a reunion at Smith College.

There is also a section titled "Dane Collection Occupies Three Galleries of Museum," which discusses the Charles Bain Hoyt collection of Chinese artifacts, including jades, crystals, porcelains, and pottery, spanning several dynasties and centuries. The collection is noted for its historical significance and the range of items it includes, such as ritualistic bronzes, mirrors, and pottery. The article explains that the collection will eventually be moved to a new building, the Fogg Museum's addition, where it will be displayed more prominently.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from August 22, 1942, detailing an exhibition of rare Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition features items from the Ernest B. and Helen W. Dane Collection, which were donated to Harvard University. The article highlights various artifacts, including:

  1. A dark green jade piece from the eighteenth to nineteenth century.
  2. A green jade brush washer from the eighteenth century.
  3. A crystal teapot and cup from the late eighteenth to early nineteenth century.
  4. A carved dark green jade bowl from the eighteenth century.
  5. A purple and blue porcelain piece from the early Sung Dynasty (960-1278 A.D.).

The article also mentions that the Dane Collection occupies three galleries of the museum and includes over 200 pieces of Chinese porcelain, jades, and crystals. The collection is noted for its rarity and artistic value, with some pieces dating back to the Han Dynasty. The exhibition was presented to the public on May 7, 1942.

Additionally, there is a smaller article about the Fogg family reunion, where Mrs. Bayard Fogg was chosen as president of the Southern Women's Club.

The clipping service information indicates it was provided by C.S. Monitor in Boston, Massachusetts.

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This image appears to be a photograph of an aged newspaper article. The headline reads "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum." Below the headline, there are images of various Chinese artefacts including vases and other decorative objects, with captions describing them. The text refers to specific items such as "dark green jade, eighteenth to nineteenth century, C. Green Jade," and "purple and blue, patterned on early bronze form—Sung Dynasty (960-1278 A.D.)".

The article mentions the exhibition of the Ernest B. and Helen Doe Collection at the Fogg Museum of Harvard University. There are marks on the paper indicating the date "AUG 22 1942" which suggests the clipping is from that time. The name of the press clipping service and its address in Boston, Massachusetts are listed at the bottom of the article.

On the left, another part of the newspaper is visible but is cut off; it seems to include a different article with a headline that mentions "FOGG FAMILY IN REUNION," but the rest of the content is not fully visible in this image.

Due to the vintage look, yellowed paper, and typographical style, this newspaper clipping evidently comes from the 1940s, providing a historical snapshot of an art exhibition from that period.

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The image is a vintage newspaper clipping showcasing a collection of rare Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains on exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The headline reads, "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum." There are six black-and-white photographs of various Chinese artifacts arranged in a horizontal row.

  1. The first image depicts a covered jar made of carved dark green jade.
  2. The second image shows a green jade parrot perched inside a frame.
  3. The third image is of an upper pale-gray-green jade tea bowl with a lid.
  4. The fourth image displays a lower cut crystal teapot and cup.
  5. The fifth image features Scholar's table-screen made of dark green jade with engraved and gilded designs.
  6. The sixth image shows a Chun porcelain vase with a purple and blue pattern, dating back to the early bronze form of the Sung Dynasty (960-1278 A.D.).

Below the photographs, there is an article titled "Art Treasures Brought to America From Ancient China," narrating the origin and details of the collection. Additionally, there is another article explaining that the "Dane Collection Occupies Three Galleries of Museum," detailing the background of the collection and its contributors, Ernest B. and Helen P. Dane. The collection includes intricate, elaborately carved jades and porcelains from the 18th and 19th centuries, displayed on the ground floor of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

There are smaller clippings attached around the main article with dates in August 1942 from the Press Clipping Service in Boston, Massachusetts.

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to an exhibition of Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains at the Fogg Museum. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The image consists of several newspaper clippings and articles, likely from different sources, that have been pasted together on a single page. The clippings cover a range of topics related to the exhibition at the Fogg Museum.

The top section of the image features a headline that reads "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum." This suggests that the exhibition was showcasing rare and valuable Chinese artifacts, including jades, crystals, and porcelains.

Below the headline, there are several black-and-white photographs of the exhibited items. The photographs depict various jade sculptures, crystal objects, and porcelain pieces, showcasing their intricate designs and craftsmanship.

The middle section of the image contains a clipping that reads "Art Treasures Brought to America From Ancient China." This clipping likely discusses the significance of the exhibited artifacts and their historical value.

The bottom section of the image features another clipping with the headline "Three Galleries Occupy Museum." This clipping suggests that the exhibition was spread across three galleries within the museum.

Additionally, there are several other clippings and articles that provide further details about the exhibition, the artifacts on display, and the significance of the collection. These clippings likely came from different sources, such as newspapers, magazines, or other publications.

Overall, the image portrays a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to an exhibition of rare Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of the exhibited artifacts.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping that features an article about an exhibition of rare Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains at the Fogg Museum. The clipping is from a newspaper and is dated August 22, 1942. The article is titled "Rare Chinese Jades, Crystals, and Porcelains on Exhibition at Fogg Museum."

The article includes several black-and-white photographs of the exhibited items. The photographs show intricate and detailed objects, including a jade carving, a crystal object, and various porcelain pieces. The captions beneath the photographs provide descriptions of the items, such as "Art Treasures Brought to America From Ancient China" and "Three Galleries Occupy Three Collection of Museum."

The article also includes a brief description of the exhibition, stating that it features a collection of Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains from the Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane collection. The collection includes items from the 18th to the 20th century and represents the finest examples of Chinese art.

The article also mentions that the exhibition is on display in three galleries on the ground floor of the Fogg Museum of Harvard University. The collection includes jades, crystals, and porcelains that represent the finest examples of Chinese art from the 18th to the 20th century.

Overall, the image is a newspaper clipping that provides information about an exhibition of rare Chinese jades, crystals, and porcelains at the Fogg Museum. The article includes photographs of the exhibited items and a brief description of the exhibition.