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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings from various publications, all dated October 17, 1943. These clippings report on the donation of a valuable art collection to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University by Grenville L. Winthrop. The articles highlight the significance of the collection, which includes a wide array of artworks such as paintings, sculptures, and antiques from different periods and cultures, including Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.

Key points from the clippings include:

  1. Fogg Museum Receives Valuable Collection (Bridgeport Times):

    • The collection is described as one of the most valuable and comprehensive in America, including works by notable artists and antiques from various periods.
  2. Valued Art Collection Willed in Harvard (Boston Times):

    • The collection includes paintings, sculptures, and antiques, with a focus on Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.
  3. Art Treasures Willed to Harvard (Worcester Telegram):

    • The collection is noted for its diversity and value, including works by Rembrandt, Gainsborough, and others.
  4. Fogg Museum Enriched (Providence Journal):

    • The collection is described as one of the most valuable in the country, with a focus on Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.
  5. Priceless Art Collection Given Harvard Museum (Kansas City Times):

    • The collection is noted for its diversity and value, including works by Rembrandt, Gainsborough, and others.
  6. Harvard Gets Collection (Boston Herald):

    • The collection is described as one of the most valuable and comprehensive in America, including works by notable artists and antiques from various periods.
  7. Fogg Art Museum Gets One of Most Valuable Art Collections (Portland Press Herald):

    • The collection is noted for its diversity and value, including works by Rembrandt, Gainsborough, and others.
  8. Fogg Museum Given Winthrop Collection (Dallas Tex News):

    • The collection is described as one of the most valuable and comprehensive in America, including works by notable artists and antiques from various periods.

The clippings are arranged on a single page, likely from a scrapbook or archive, and are sourced from different newspapers across the United States. The overall theme is the significant cultural and artistic value of the donated collection to Harvard University.

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The image displays a collection of press clippings, all dated October 17, 1943, and mounted on a board. The articles are from various newspapers and cover the significant news of Harvard University's acquisition of a valuable art collection from the late Grenville L. Winthrop of New York. The collection, bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum, includes over 6,000 objects, with an estimated value of millions of dollars. The articles highlight that this collection is unrivaled in its quality and scope, containing masterpieces by leading artists in different fields, including paintings, drawings, and sculptures from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The press clippings also mention that this acquisition places the Fogg Museum among the first three or four in the United States. The newspapers featured include the Boston Post, the Cambridge Chronicle, the Providence Journal, the Portland Press Herald, the Dallas Texan, the Kansas City Star, and the St. Louis Globe-Democrat.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings from the Press Clipping Service, dated October 16 and 17, 1943. These clippings primarily focus on the acquisition of valuable art collections by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Here are the details of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Times, Bridgeport, Conn.):

    • Title: "Fogg Museum Receives Valuable Collection"
    • The article mentions Harvard University officials acquiring a significant collection bequeathed by the late Greville L. Winthrop of New York. This collection includes valuable pre-Raphaelite art and Chinese bronzes.
  2. Top Center Clipping (Post, Boston, Mass.):

    • Title: "Valued Art Collection Willed to Harvard"
    • This piece describes how Harvard University has been bequeathed a valuable art collection valued at many millions of dollars. It includes a detailed description of the collection’s contents, such as pre-Raphaelite art and Chinese bronzes.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Journal, Providence, R.I.):

    • Title: "Fogg Museum Enlarged"
    • Discusses the expansion of the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the acquisition of the Winthrop collection.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (Press Herald, Portland, Maine):

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum Gets One Of Most Valuable Art Collections"
    • The article reiterates the significance of the Winthrop collection, emphasizing the quality and value of the art pieces acquired by Harvard.
  5. Middle Right Clipping (Press Clipping Bureau, Kansas City, MO):

    • Titles: "An Art Gift to Harvard" and "Priceless Art Collection Given Harvard Museum"
    • Describes the gift of the Winthrop collection to Harvard, emphasizing its historical and artistic importance.
  6. Bottom Left Clipping (Press Clipping Bureau, Kansas City, MO):

    • Title: "Fogg Museum Green Winthrop Collection"
    • Reiterates the acquisition of the Winthrop collection, highlighting its significance in enhancing the Fogg Art Museum's holdings.
  7. Bottom Right Clipping (Dallas Tex News, St. Louis, MO):

    • Title: "Harvard Gets Collection"
    • Another detailed account of the collection bequeathed to Harvard, noting the valuable and diverse nature of the Winthrop collection.

Each clipping emphasizes the significance of the Winthrop collection, detailing its contents, historical value, and the impact on the Fogg Art Museum’s holdings. The articles highlight the prestigious nature of the acquisition and its importance for Harvard’s art collections.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various publications dated October 17, 1943, regarding the bequest of valuable art collections to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

  1. Top Left Clipping (Times, Bridgeport, Conn.):

    • The Fogg Museum receives a valuable art collection, including Chinese jades and 19th-century European drawings and pre-Raphaelite art, bequeathed by the late Greville L. Winthrop.
  2. Top Center Clipping (Post, Boston, Mass.):

    • A detailed report on the valuable art collection bequeathed to the Fogg Museum by the late Greville L. Winthrop. The collection is described as unparalleled in quality and quantity, with a particular emphasis on Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Press Clipping Bureau, Kansas City, MO):

    • An art gift to Harvard, highlighting the valuable collection bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum, which includes Chinese jades, European drawings, and pre-Raphaelite art.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (Telegraph, Worcester, Mass.):

    • A summary of the valuable art collection bequeathed to the Fogg Museum, with an emphasis on its significance and the quality of the pieces, including Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.
  5. Middle Center Clipping (Herald, Portland, Maine):

    • A report on the Fogg Museum receiving a valuable art collection, including 4,000 objects valued at millions, which will be displayed to the public.
  6. Middle Right Clipping (Journal, Providence, R.I.):

    • The Fogg Museum's receipt of a valuable art collection from the estate of Greville L. Winthrop, including Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.
  7. Bottom Left Clipping (Press Clipping Service, Cambridge, Mass.):

    • The Fogg Art Museum receives one of the most valuable art collections, including Chinese jades and European art.
  8. Bottom Center Clipping (Press Clipping Bureau, Kansas City, MO):

    • A detailed report on the Fogg Museum receiving a valuable collection from the estate of Greville L. Winthrop, including Chinese jades, European drawings, and pre-Raphaelite art.
  9. Bottom Right Clipping (St. Louis, MO Globe-Democrat):

    • The Fogg Museum gains a valuable collection, which includes Chinese jades, European drawings, and pre-Raphaelite art, bequeathed by the late Greville L. Winthrop.

Overall, these clippings collectively highlight the significant bequest of art to Harvard's Fogg Art Museum and the importance of the collection in terms of its historical and cultural value.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from October 17, 1943, related to the donation of a valuable art collection to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Headlines and Articles:

    • Multiple headlines mention the "Fogg Museum Receives Valuable Collection" and the "Fogg Museum Gets One of Most Valuable Art Collections."
    • The articles state that Harvard University officials announced the receipt of a valuable and comprehensive art collection, which was bequeathed by the late Grenville L. Winthrop of New York.
  2. Details of the Collection:

    • The collection includes more than 4,000 objects valued at many millions of dollars.
    • It features ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, Renaissance European drawings, and pre-Raphaelite art.
    • The collection also includes Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures.
    • It was described as unsurpassed in quality and diversity, placing the Fogg Museum among the finest in the world.
  3. Geographical Spread:

    • The clippings come from various newspapers and press clipping services across the United States, including:
      • Times from Bridgeport, Conn.
      • Boston Post and Journal from Boston, Mass.
      • Providence Journal from Providence, R.I.
      • Telegram from Worcester, Mass.
      • Press Herald from Portland, Maine.
      • Kansas City Star from Kansas City, Mo.
      • Dallas Tex News from Dallas, Tex.
      • Globe-Democrat from St. Louis, Mo.
  4. Notable Quotes:

    • The articles mention Harvard officials saying, "The gift makes Fogg Museum first in the field of Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculptures."
    • It is noted that the collection will be displayed to the public and will be shown in a new wing of the museum.
  5. Historical Context:

    • The clippings emphasize the significance of the donation, highlighting how it elevates the status of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The articles mention that the collection was amassed by Grenville L. Winthrop, a prominent figure who had a keen interest in art.

The collage of clippings highlights the importance of the donation and its impact on the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing its value and diversity, and the recognition it received from various press outlets across the country.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings from various publications, all related to an art collection being donated to Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Bridgeport Post, Oct. 17, 1943):

    • Title: "Fogg Museum Receives Valuable Collection"
    • Content: The Fogg Museum at Harvard University announced the receipt of a significant art collection. This collection, donated by Grenville L. Winthrop of New York, includes over 4,000 objects such as paintings, drawings, and sculptures. It is noted for its value and comprehensiveness, particularly in the fields of Chinese bronzes and jades, and early American and English art.
  2. Top Center Clipping (Boston Post, Oct. 17, 1943):

    • Title: "Valued Art Collection Willed to Harvard"
    • Content: The article reports that Grenville L. Winthrop bequeathed a highly valuable art collection to Harvard University. The collection, valued in the millions, includes notable works from various periods and regions, making it one of the most significant donations Harvard has received.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Kansas City Star, Oct. 17, 1943):

    • Title: "An Art Gift To Harvard"
    • Content: This piece highlights the bequest of a valuable art collection to Harvard University by Grenville L. Winthrop. The collection is noted for its size and the quality of the pieces, which include works from a wide range of cultures and historical periods.
  4. Middle Left Clipping (Worcester Telegram, Oct. 17, 1943):

    • Title: "Art Treasures '43 Willed to Harvard"
    • Content: The article describes the extensive and valuable art collection bequeathed to Harvard by Grenville L. Winthrop. The collection is said to be one of the most important in the country, containing over 4,000 objects and including significant works in several art fields.
  5. Middle Clipping (Providence Journal, Oct. 17, 1943):

    • Title: "Fogg Museum Enriched"
    • Content: Harvard University has received an important art collection from Grenville L. Winthrop. The collection is considered unparalleled and includes an extensive range of artworks, from ancient Chinese pieces to modern works.
  6. Bottom Left Clipping (Portland Press Herald, Oct. 17, 1943):

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum Gets One Of Most Valuable Art Collections"
    • Content: The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University has been bequeathed one of the most valuable art collections. The collection, donated by Grenville L. Winthrop, is significant for its diversity and quality, including works from different periods and regions.
  7. Center Clipping (Kansas City Star, Oct. 18, 1943):

    • Title: "Priceless Art Collection Given Harvard Museum"
    • Content: This article reiterates the donation of an extensive and priceless art collection to Harvard University by Grenville L. Winthrop. The collection is praised for its comprehensiveness and historical significance.
  8. Bottom Right Clipping (St. Louis Globe-Democrat, Oct. 23, 1943):

    • Title: "Harvard Gets Collection"
    • Content: Harvard University officials announced the receipt of an invaluable and comprehensive art collection from Grenville L. Winthrop. The collection, valued at many millions, is noted for its wide-ranging and significant pieces.

Overall, all the clippings highlight the substantial and valuable donation of art by Grenville L. Winthrop to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University in 1943. The collection is noted for its size, diversity, and the high quality of the artworks included.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from different press clipping services, dated around October 17, 1943. These clippings are pinned or pasted onto a larger paper or board, which has three holes on the left edge, suggesting they could be placed in a binder.

The headlines and content of the articles focus on the acquisition of a valuable art collection by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The articles highlight the significance of this collection, noting that it includes treasures and artifacts such as Chinese jade, European drawings and paintings, and other art pieces from various cultures and periods.

The variety of sources indicates that the news was widely publicized at the time, and the clippings were likely compiled as a record of the media coverage of this event. The preservation of these clippings suggests they were considered important for historical or archival purposes.

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This image is a collection of newspaper clippings, all dated October 17, 1943. The clippings are from various newspapers and press clipping services, including "The Boston Globe," "The Kansas City Star," and "The Boston Herald." The clippings report on the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University receiving a valuable art collection from Winthrop L. Winthrop of New York. The collection comprises more than 4,000 objects valued at many millions of dollars and Harvard officials said the gift makes Fogg Museum first in this country in terms of quantity and diversity. The collection includes Chinese jades, European drawings, and pre-Raphaelite art and places the museum among the first three in the field of Chinese bronzes and Buddhist sculpture.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings, likely from a press clipping service, organized and bound into a single document. The clippings are from various newspapers and date back to the early 20th century, specifically October 17, 1943, as indicated by the visible date stamps and headers. Here is a detailed description:

General Layout:

  • The document is a press clipping service from 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
  • It includes clippings from multiple newspapers, such as The Times (Bridgeport, Conn.), The Boston Post, The Telegram (Worcester, Mass.), The Journal (Providence, R.I.), The Press Herald (Portland, Maine), and The Dallas News.
  • Each clipping is labeled with a date stamp (October 17, 1943) and a unique identifier number (e.g., "195," "110," "109," etc.), likely used for cataloging or indexing purposes.
  • The clippings are arranged in a grid-like format, with multiple articles visible on a single page.

Content of the Clippings:

The clippings focus on a significant art-related event: the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University receiving a valuable art collection. Key points from the clippings include:

  1. Fogg Museum Receives Valuable Art Collection:

    • The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University received a comprehensive and valuable art collection bequeathed by late Grenville L. Winthrop of New York.
    • The collection includes more than 4,000 objects, valued at many millions of dollars.
    • The collection is described as one of the most valuable and comprehensive art collections ever given to an American university.
  2. Details of the Collection:

    • The collection comprises more than 4,000 objects, including:
      • European drawings and paintings.
      • Pre-Raphaelite art.
      • Chinese jade and bronzes.
      • Buddhist sculpture.
      • Pre-Raphaelite and Chinese bronzes.
      • Japanese prints.
      • European drawings and paintings.
    • The collection is noted to be unrivaled in quality and diversity, with items spanning multiple centuries and cultures.
  3. Valuation and Significance:

    • The collection is valued at many millions of dollars.
    • It is described as one of the most valuable art collections ever given to an American university.
    • The donation is highlighted as a major gift to Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Source of the Collection:

    • The collection was bequeathed by Grenville L. Winthrop, a prominent art collector and philanthropist from New York.
    • Winthrop was known for his extensive art collection, which included works from various periods and regions.
  5. Display and Exhibition:

    • The clippings mention that the collection will be shown to the public in a series of successive exhibitions.
    • The museum officials are quoted as saying that the collection is unrivaled in quality and diversity.

Visual Elements:

  • Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten notes and markings on the clippings, such as circled numbers ("195," "110," etc.) and annotations like "Valued Art Collection" and "Precious Art Collection Given Harvard Museum."
  • Stamps and Identifiers: Each clipping has a date stamp (October 17, 1943) and a unique identifier number, likely used for organizational purposes.
  • Newspaper Headers: The headers of each clipping clearly indicate the source newspaper and location (e.g., "The Times, Bridgeport, Conn." or "The Telegram, Worcester, Mass.").

Overall Context:

The document serves as a historical record of a significant cultural event—the acquisition of a major art collection by the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings provide detailed descriptions of the collection's contents, value, and significance, reflecting the importance of the donation to both Harvard University and the broader art world in the early 1940s. The organized format suggests that this clipping service was used for archival or research purposes, possibly by a library, museum, or academic institution.

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The image shows a piece of paper with multiple pieces of paper attached to it. The paper is brown, and the pieces of paper attached to it are white. The pieces of paper have text written on them, and some of them have a logo on the top right corner. The text on the pieces of paper is about a valuable art collection that has been donated to the Fogg Art Museum. The text also mentions that the collection is the most valuable and comprehensive art collection ever given to an American university.