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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803451

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This image shows a vintage press clipping mounted on a piece of aged, tan-colored paper, likely from a scrapbook or archive file. The clipping is dated November 30, 1943, and was distributed by the Press Clipping Service located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass., under the name C. S. Monitor.

The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of the painting “Roses” by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, credited as being "By Courtesy of the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, to The Christian Science Monitor."

Below the image is a substantial article praising Renoir’s artistry. The text describes him as an artist who profoundly and communicatively expressed his love of life through his paintings—of his family, friends, household, streets of Paris, countryside, and especially flowers. It notes his belief that “a picture ought to be a lovable thing, joyous and pretty, yes, pretty.” The article mentions his early apprenticeship in porcelain painting, his move to Impressionism, his use of bright colors and delicate brushwork, and how his style became increasingly individual and expressive. It also contrasts the term “still-life” with the warmth, verdancy, and perfume Renoir imparted to his flower paintings.

The article concludes with the byline: Dorothy Nocow. Below this, a small blue banner contains the words: Gull-Winged Pattern — possibly a section heading or a decorative element from the newspaper layout.

The entire clipping is affixed to the tan paper, which has two punched holes on its left margin, suggesting it was stored in a binder or folder. The photograph and text show signs of age, including slight fading and creases, consistent with materials from the 1940s.

In short, this is a preserved historical newspaper clipping from 1943, celebrating Renoir’s painting “Roses,” offering biographical and aesthetic context about the artist’s life and work.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from the "Press Clipping Service" from Boston, Massachusetts, dated November 30, 1943. The clipping appears to be from the "C. S. Monitor" and includes a photograph and an accompanying article about a painting.

The photograph is of a still-life painting titled "Roses," a work by the French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The painting depicts a vase filled with white roses and green leaves, set on a light-colored surface. The style of the image suggests it is a black-and-white photograph of a color painting.

The article below the photograph provides a brief biographical and stylistic overview of Pierre-Auguste Renoir. It highlights his contributions to art, his techniques, and his unique approach to painting. The text mentions his use of bright colors and the fleecy touch of the brush, which he maintained long after he abandoned Impressionism. The piece also touches on the essence of his work, mentioning the warmth of sunshine, the verdancy of vegetation, and the perfume of flowers, which are characteristic of his still-life paintings.

The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with two holes at the top, suggesting it was part of a collection or archive. The background color of the paper is a light brown, and there is a slight curl at the bottom right corner.

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This image is a vintage newspaper clipping mounted on a beige card. The clipping is from the "C.S. Monitor," dated November 30, 1943, and features a black-and-white photograph of a painting titled "Roses" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The painting depicts a vase filled with roses and some leaves, placed on a white cloth.

The clipping includes a detailed article about Renoir, discussing his artistic style and philosophy. It mentions that Renoir painted various subjects, including his family, household, the streets of Paris, the countryside, and flowers. The article quotes Renoir as saying, "a picture ought to be a lovable thing, joyous and pretty, yes, pretty." It also describes how Renoir was influenced by Impressionism and how his pictures convey warmth, vitality, and the perfume of flowers. The article is signed by Dorothy Adlow.

At the bottom of the clipping, there is a section titled "Gull-Winged Patterns." The clipping is from the Press Clipping Service, located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass. The beige card has two holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder.

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The image shows a piece of paper with a clipping of an article from a newspaper, which is dated November 30, 1943. The clipping is attached to the paper with tape. The clipping is about a painting of flowers by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, titled "Roses." The article describes Renoir's love for painting flowers and his approach to capturing their beauty and essence. The clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor and is titled "A Painting by Renoir." The paper is folded in half, with the clipping on the left side and the text on the right side.

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The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the 1940s based on the date mentioned. The clipping features an article about Pierre-Auguste Renoir, a French Impressionist painter. The article includes a photograph of a painting by Renoir, possibly titled "Roses." The article discusses Renoir's artistic style, his love for depicting flowers and everyday life, and his influence on the Impressionist movement. The clipping is attached to a brown folder or envelope, which may be part of a collection or archive related to Renoir's work or the art of the Impressionist era.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or archival folder, likely from the early 20th century. The page is titled "Press Clipping Service" and is dated November 30, 1943, with a location noted as C.S. Monitor, Boston, Mass. The page includes a black-and-white photograph of a still life featuring a vase of flowers, with green leaves and white blossoms prominently displayed. The photograph is attributed to the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, and is described as a Christian Science Monitor clipping.

Below the photograph, there is a detailed text excerpt discussing the artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir and his painting titled "Roses." The text highlights Renoir's skill in painting flowers and his artistic approach, emphasizing his ability to capture the beauty and vibrancy of nature. It also mentions his early career, including his apprenticeship to a porcelain manufacturer and his development as an artist. The text is accompanied by a caption at the bottom that reads "Gull-Winged Pattern," possibly referring to a design or motif associated with the content.

The page is bound with a metal ring, suggesting it is part of a larger collection or scrapbook. The overall condition of the page appears aged, with a warm, sepia-toned background, typical of archival materials from the mid-20th century. The layout and design suggest it is part of a curated collection of press clippings or historical documentation.

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This image shows a vintage document, which appears to be a tan or light brown paper page, possibly from a scrapbook or a folder, given the reinforcing ring around one of two visible circular holes that are punched into the margin for mounting purposes. On this page, there appears to be an article clipped from a newspaper or journal, as indicated by the header that reads "Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., NOV 30 1943."

The article itself features a black and white reproduction of a painting with the caption "Roses": A Painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir," credited to "By Courtesy of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, to The Christian Science Monitor." The image in the article shows a floral scene, presumably painted by Renoir, with a focus on white roses against a darker background.

The text next to the image provides some context, noting Renoir's affinity for painting everyday scenes, including gardens. The beginning of an article or a story discussing the artist and his work is visible below the image. From what can be read, it touches on the biographical details of Renoir, his approach to painting, and a brief mention of his early career in porcelain manufacturing before becoming an influential Impressionist painter. Some of the article's text is obscured or cut off, leaving its full content incomplete to the viewer.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection, featuring an old newspaper or magazine clipping. The clipping includes a black-and-white reproduction of a painting and a descriptive text beneath it.

  • The image displays a bouquet of flowers in a vase, likely roses, in the artistic style of Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
  • Above the image is a clipping service stamp that reads:
    • "Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass."
    • "C. S. Monitor, Boston, Mass. NOV 30 1943."
  • The accompanying text below the image discusses Renoir's work and his love for portraying flowers, beauty, and domestic life.
  • The background is a light brown paper, with two punched holes in the left margin, probably for storage purposes.
  • A faint handwritten "195" is visible on the left of the flower painting, which might be a catalog or reference number.

This seems to be an archival or preserved document about Renoir's painting "Roses," dated November 30, 1943.

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A vintage scrapbook page featuring a light brown manila folder with two binder holes on the left. Mounted in the center is a black-and-white newspaper clipping showing a bouquet of roses in a vase (a Renoir painting). At the top of the clipping is a small label reading “Press Clipping Service” with Boston addresses and a date stamp of Nov 30, 1943. The clipping includes columns of text describing the painting, and at the bottom right there is a small blue caption that appears to read “Gull-Winged Pattern.” The overall look is aged and scrapbook-like.

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The image shows a scrap of a newspaper clipping pasted onto a large piece of brown paper with a slightly worn and creased corner. At the top of the brown paper is a small label that reads:

"Press Clipping Service
2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
C. S. Monitor
Boston, Mass.
NOV 30 1943"

Below the label is the newspaper clipping itself, containing a printed black-and-white image of a still-life painting of a bouquet of roses in a vase. Underneath the image is printed text about the painting and its artist.

The headline of the article reads:
"'ROSES': A Painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir."

The article discusses Renoir's artistic style and his love of painting flowers and other subjects, describing his technique and influence. The text is attributed to Dorothy Adlow. Near the bottom right corner of the clipping is a smaller headline that reads "Gull-Winged Patterns."

Overall, the scrap appears to be a historical press clipping from 1943 highlighting a painting of roses by the famous artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir.