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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or collection of press clippings, primarily from December 1942. The page includes several newspaper clippings and a photograph. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Photograph:

    • The central item on the page is a black-and-white photograph of a naval ship with the caption "Naval Print at Fogg Museum." The caption mentions that the print is part of a collection of pictures of the Navy now on view in Cambridge.
  2. Press Clippings:

    • The clippings are from various newspapers, including the Boston Herald, Boston Post, C.S. Monitor, Chronicle-Sun, and the Globe.
    • The clippings are dated between December 1, 1942, and December 27, 1942.
    • The articles discuss an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, which features photographs of the United States Navy from 1861 to 1865. The exhibition includes paintings and drawings of naval subjects by artists such as Thomas Birch, James Bard, and others.
    • The clippings highlight the historical significance of the exhibition, which includes works from the Civil War era and other notable periods.
    • One of the clippings mentions that the exhibition includes Christmas cards with naval themes.
  3. Additional Notes:

    • The page includes a handwritten note at the bottom right, which reads "Navy at the Fogg" and provides a brief description of the exhibition.
    • The clippings are arranged neatly on the page, with some overlapping to fit within the space.

Overall, the image captures a historical snapshot of media coverage about a naval-themed art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in December 1942.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum and its exhibitions, particularly focusing on naval themes.

  1. Central Image: The large central clipping features a vintage illustration of the naval ship "Cleopatra's Barge" from the 18th century. The caption mentions it is in the collection of the Navy now housed in Cambridge.

  2. Surrounding Clippings:

    • Top Right: Multiple clippings from the "Press Clipping Service" dated December 17, 1942, from the "Chronicle-Sun" and "Herald" in Boston and Cambridge. These clippings describe the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of photographs and paintings of the U.S. Navy from 1880 to 1917.
    • Left Column:
      • Clippings from December 6, 1942, from the "Herald", "Post", "C.S. Monitor", and "Globe" in Boston, highlighting the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition on the U.S. Navy.
      • One clipping from December 7, 1942, from the "Globe" describes an exhibition of photographs from the U.S. Navy dating from 1880 to 1917.
    • Bottom Left: Clippings from December 13, 1942, and December 14, 1942, from various Boston newspapers, detailing the same naval exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Right Column:
      • Clippings from December 13, 1942, and December 20, 1942, from the "Herald" and "Post" in Boston, reiterating information about the photographs and paintings of the U.S. Navy.
      • Clippings from December 21, 20, and 27, 1942, from the "Herald" and "Post" again reiterating the Fogg Art Museum's focus on naval photography and artwork.
      • A specific mention of the "Navy at the Fogg" exhibition, which includes photographs from 1880 to 1918.

Each clipping is from different newspapers, indicating broad coverage of the museum's exhibitions. The clippings emphasize the historical significance of the naval images and the Fogg Art Museum's role in preserving and showcasing these artifacts. The dates range from December 6, 1942, to December 27, 1942.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, specifically concerning an exhibition of photographs of the United States Navy. The clippings are from various newspapers, including the Boston Herald, Boston Globe, and Christian Science Monitor, all dated December 1942.

  1. At the top of the page, there is an image of a ship, titled "CLEOPATRA'S BARGE (61 ft.) Built at Venice for Sale in 1818." It is noted as being in the collection of pictures of the Navy now on exhibit at the Fogg Museum.

  2. The clippings detail the exhibition, which features photographs of the United States Navy from 1880 to 1897, paintings and drawings of ships, and other maritime subjects. The exhibition also includes works by well-known artists such as James B. Eads, Ernest crofts, and Thomas Charles, and is on display from December 7, 1942, to January 9, 1943.

  3. Several clippings mention additional features of the exhibition, such as a collection of Chinese jades, crystals, and other art pieces from the Ernest Brummer collection, as well as original drawings and prints from the 16th to 19th centuries.

  4. The clippings are mostly dated between December 6, 1942, and December 20, 1942, and indicate that the exhibition was a notable event, drawing attention from various newspapers.

The page is carefully arranged with these clippings, suggesting it is part of a collection or archive of information about the museum's exhibitions and events during that time period.

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The image depicts a collection of historical press clippings and a naval print mounted on a board. Here's a detailed summary:

Central Naval Print

  • The central image is a vintage naval print of the ship "Cleopatra's Barge (I)." It is labeled as part of the collection at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • The ship is shown on water, with a description below it mentioning that this naval print is part of a collection of pictures of the Navy now on view at the museum.

Press Clippings

The press clippings surrounding the naval print are from various newspapers and dates in December 1942, primarily from Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here is a detailed look at each clipping:

  1. Top Right Corner (Chronicle, Dec 17, 1942)

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • The article discusses an exhibition of photographs of the United States Navy from 1861 to 1901 at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions specific collections and photographers, such as the Ernest Blakeslee Dyer Collection and George Daniels.
  2. Directly Below the Naval Print (Herald, Dec 6, 1942)

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum Exhibits Photographs of U.S. Navy from 1861 to 1901"
    • The article highlights the same exhibition, listing various notable photographers and collections, including those of Thomas Brassey and Baron de Constant Rebecque.
  3. Middle Left (Herald, Dec 6, 1942)

    • Headline: Similar to the previous one, it also discusses the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of naval photographs.
  4. Center (Brookline, Mass., Dec 10, 1942)

    • Mentions the same naval photography exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
  5. Below the Central Clipping (Herald, Dec 13, 1942)

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • This clipping reiterates the details of the exhibit, focusing on the historical photographs of the U.S. Navy.
  6. Bottom Left (C.S. Monitor, Dec 7, 1942)

    • Headline: Not clearly visible, but it mentions the Fogg Museum's collection of naval photographs.
  7. Bottom (Globe, Dec 14, 1942)

    • Describes the historical significance of the naval photographs exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum.
  8. Right Side (Boston Post, Dec 20, 1942)

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Talks about the same exhibit, listing the collections and some prominent photographers.
  9. Bottom Right (Globe, Dec 27, 1942)

    • Headline: "Navy at the Fogg"
    • This article provides a review of the naval photography exhibit at Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum.

General Observations

  • All the clippings are related to an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum showcasing photographs of the United States Navy from 1861 to 1901.
  • The exhibit includes works from various important photographers and collectors, highlighting the evolution and historical context of naval photography.

This collection of press clippings provides a detailed record of the public and media response to the naval photography exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in December 1942.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page featuring newspaper clippings from December 1942 related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings are from different newspapers such as the Boston Herald, Boston Globe, and Boston Post, all dated between December 6 and December 27, 1942.

The primary focus of the clippings is an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum showcasing photographs from the United States Navy spanning the years 1883-1917. The exhibition includes a collection of paintings and drawings of other famous ships, including the USS Maine and the USS Constitution. The collection also features works by prominent artists like Ernest Blumenschein and George Davis Chappell.

Specific details in the clippings include:

  • The Fogg Art Museum's presentation of photographs and paintings related to the U.S. Navy.
  • The exhibition includes a variety of maritime subjects such as ships, battles, and naval life.
  • The clippings mention that the exhibition includes original drawings and Christmas cards made by the artists.
  • The clippings are marked with the Press Clipping Service label, indicating they were collected for documentation purposes.

The scrapbook page also includes a naval print of the ship "Cleopatra's Barge," dated 1818, which is part of the Fogg Museum's collection. The print is labeled as a "Naval Print" and is described as being in the collection of pictures of the Navy now on exhibit in Cambridge.

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The image depicts a collection of press clippings and one photograph related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, specifically highlighting an exhibition of naval art and photographs.

  1. Main Image:

    • A black-and-white photograph of a sailing ship, identified as "Cleopatra's Barge (1815) on sale in 1818" from the collection of naval prints at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.
  2. Press Clippings:

    • The clippings are from various Boston newspapers, dated between December 6, 1942, and December 27, 1942. The newspapers include the Herald, Post, Globe, and Chronicle-Sun.
    • December 6, 1942:
      • Herald: Announces the exhibition of paintings and drawings of the United States Navy from 1883-1917, along with a collection of Chinese jades, crystals, and other artifacts.
    • December 7, 1942:
      • Globe: Mentions the exhibition of photographs from the United States Navy from 1883-1917, and highlights the Fogg Art Museum's extensive collection of Chinese jades.
      • C.S. Monitor: Also covers the naval photographs and paintings exhibition.
    • December 10, 1942:
      • Chronicle: Talks about the photographs and paintings exhibition of the United States Navy, emphasizing the historical significance and the collection of Chinese jades.
    • December 13, 1942:
      • Herald and Globe: Provide details on the exhibition of photographs and drawings of the U.S. Navy, including the George Davis Chase collection.
    • December 14, 1942:
      • Herald: Discusses the same exhibition with additional information on the Chinese jades and other artifacts.
    • December 17, 1942:
      • Chronicle-Sun: Details the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition, focusing on the naval photographs and the George Davis Chase collection.
    • December 20, 1942:
      • Herald: Again covers the exhibition, emphasizing the historical naval photographs and the Chinese jade collection.
    • December 27, 1942:
      • Post: Highlights the "Navy at the Fogg" exhibition, focusing on the photographs from the U.S. Navy from 1883 to 1917.

Each clipping provides a detailed description of the naval photographs and paintings exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing the historical artifacts and collections being showcased. The articles also mention the broader scope of the museum's offerings, such as Chinese jades, crystals, and other historical pieces.

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The image appears to be a photograph of a page from a scrapbook or binder containing a collection of press clippings and a naval print. The press clippings are from a service located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Massachusetts, and mention publications such as the Herald and the Globe. Dates on the clippings range between December 1 and December 20, 1942. The clippings reference exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, which includes naval prints and drawings of the United States Navy from 1889 to 1917, among other historic and artistic subjects.

In the center left of the page, there's a naval print of a sailing ship labeled "CLEOPATRA'S BARGE | 76 Tons/450 Sa.[Sail?]s | 1818". The print is accompanied by a note that it is part of the Naval Print at Fogg Museum and is in the collection of pictures of the Navy now on view in Cambridge.

The scrapbook page is showing signs of age, with some discoloration and wear. It's an interesting historical artefact that offers insight into both naval history and historical preservation efforts as they were presented to the public through various media outlets in 1942.

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The image shows a scrapbook page titled "Naval Print at Fogg Museum." At the top is a black-and-white etching or print of a naval ship named "CLEOPATRA'S BARGE, 1816" with a caption beneath it explaining that it is in the collection of pictures of the Navy now on view in Cambridge.

Surrounding the print are numerous press clippings from various Boston newspapers, mostly dated December 1942. The clippings come from the Press Clipping Service located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass., and several newspapers including the Boston Herald, Chronicle (Brookline, Mass.), Post (Boston, Mass.), Globe (Boston, Mass.), and C.S. Monitor (Boston, Mass.). The articles mention the Fogg Art Museum and its exhibition of photographs, paintings, and drawings related to the United States Navy from 1883 to 1917. They also reference exhibits including paintings and other marine subjects, collections from Ernest Blaney Dane and Helen Pratt Dane, and Chinese jades, crystals, pottery, and porcelain from the George Davis Chase Collection.

The dates of the clippings range primarily from early to late December 1942, and they describe the exhibition's highlights and the historical significance of the Navy illustrations displayed at the museum. One of the clippings includes a typed note underscoring the uniqueness of photographs of the modern United States Navy from 1883 onward, highlighting the exhibit's value.

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The image shows a clipping service press release from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The press release is dated December 1942 and contains photographs of the United States Navy from 1883 to 1917, along with a selection of paintings and drawings of marine subjects. The press release also mentions an exhibition of Chinese jades, porcelains, and pottery from the Ernest Blaney Dane Collection, as well as a selection of Roman art and culture in coins from the George Davis Chase Collection. The press release includes the address of the Fogg Art Museum and the names of the newspapers and magazines that received the press release.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook page from December 1942, likely a press clipping service or archival record. The page is filled with neatly organized newspaper clippings and typed entries, documenting various news articles and announcements. Here is a detailed description:

Visual Elements:

  1. Layout:

    • The page is divided into multiple sections, each containing typed entries and accompanying newspaper clippings.
    • The clippings are arranged in a grid-like format, with each entry labeled with the name of the newspaper, its location, and the date of publication.
  2. Headings and Text:

    • At the top of the page, there is a handwritten note or label: "C.S.M. Dec. 7", indicating the date and possibly the initials of the person who compiled or reviewed the clippings.
    • The main content consists of typed entries, each prefaced with the phrase "Press Clipping Service" followed by the newspaper name, location, and date.
    • Examples of newspaper names include:
      • Herald (Boston, Mass.)
      • Chronicle (Brookline, Mass.)
      • Post (Boston, Mass.)
      • C.S. Monitor (Boston, Mass.)
      • Globe (Boston, Mass.)
    • Each entry includes a brief summary or excerpt from the article, often referencing events, exhibitions, or notable occurrences.
  3. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Below each typed entry, there is a small, rectangular clipping from the respective newspaper. These clippings appear to be physical newspaper articles that have been cut out and pasted onto the page.
    • The clippings are small and neatly aligned, suggesting careful curation.
  4. Content Themes:

    • The clippings primarily focus on art exhibitions, particularly those held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • Specific mentions include:
      • Exhibitions of U.S. Naval Prints (December 6, 1942).
      • Photographs of the United States Navy (December 10, 1942).
      • Exhibitions of Chinese Jade and Culture (December 13, 1942).
      • Christmas cards and original drawings (December 20, 1942).
    • Other entries mention general news, such as naval activities and art-related events.
  5. Handwritten Notes:

    • There are a few handwritten annotations on the page, such as the date "DEC 7 1942" and possibly a signature or initials near the bottom right corner.
    • These annotations suggest that the page was reviewed or compiled on December 7, 1942.
  6. Design and Condition:

    • The page has a vintage, aged appearance, with a slightly yellowed background and visible wear, consistent with a document from the early 1940s.
    • The text is typed in a monospaced font, typical of typewriters from that era.

Overall Context:

The page serves as a historical record or archive, likely maintained by an individual or organization to track news and events of interest, particularly related to art exhibitions and naval activities. The meticulous organization and inclusion of both typed summaries and physical clippings indicate a systematic approach to documenting and preserving information from various Boston-area newspapers during World War II.

This type of document would be valuable for researchers studying media, art history, or naval history from the early 1940s.