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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803500

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This image shows a vintage, aged yellowish-brown press clipping sheet, likely from the 1940s, used by the Boston News-Clip Bureau.

Overall Layout:
The sheet contains numerous newspaper clippings, meticulously arranged and pasted onto a single page. The clippings are primarily from Boston-area newspapers and report on exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The page is bound with two metal rings visible on the right edge, suggesting it was part of a binder. Handwritten annotations, including numbers like "128F" and "128," are visible on several clippings.

Content Details:

  1. Source Headings:

    • Each clipping is preceded by a printed label from the “BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU” located at “8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass.”
    • The clippings are sourced from newspapers such as the Boston Herald, Somerville Journal-Press, Cambridge Tribune, and Christian Science Monitor.
  2. Primary Subject:

    • The dominant theme is the Fogg Museum of Art’s exhibitions during July and August, 1944.
    • Specific exhibitions mentioned include:
      • “Old Wedgwood” from the Grenville Lindall Winthrop Bequest.
      • “Drawing Exhibition of Recent Gifts and Loans.”
      • “Recent Additions to the Print Collection.”
  3. Highlighted Article:

    • The largest and most prominent clipping, from the Christian Science Monitor dated July 26, 1944, is titled:

      “Art Exhibition — Fogg Shows Print Work Of Mexicans”
      * This article, written by “R. A.” (likely R. A. L., as signed at the end), provides a detailed review of a print exhibition featuring Mexican artists. It discusses:
      * The nature of Mexican graphic art as a “native heritage” born of “revolution,” often used as “propaganda.”
      * The contrast between Mexican prints (bold, dramatic, with “swift curve and a harsh angle”) and European prints (gentler, more refined).
      * The emotional “serpentine” and “tense” quality of Mexican prints.
      * Specific artists featured, including Diego Rivera, Miguel Covarrubias, Saturnino, Charlot, and Carlos Merida.
      * The political and emotional themes of the works, such as “Leaders” and “Ruined House.”
      * The concurrent exhibition of drawings by Leopoldo Mendez and other Mexican graphic art.

  4. Dates and Consistency:

    • All clippings are dated between July 1, 1944, and July 30, 1944, focusing on the same museum events.
    • Several clippings from the Journal-Press and Herald are identical, providing the museum’s hours and exhibition schedule.

Physical Characteristics:

  • The paper shows signs of age: yellowing, slight creasing, and some minor foxing (brown spots).
  • The ink is slightly faded in some areas, but the text is generally legible.
  • Blue highlighter or pen markings appear on some clippings, particularly the Journal-Press pieces from July 13 and 21, possibly to indicate specific information or corrections.

In essence, this page is a historical artifact documenting how a major art museum’s exhibitions were covered in the press during the mid-1940s, preserved and categorized by a professional clipping service. The most substantial and unique content is the detailed critique of the Mexican print exhibition.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated July 1944. The layout includes several newspaper articles, headlines, and notices, all seemingly related to the museum's exhibitions and events during the summer months of 1944.

The articles are primarily from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" and reference the Fogg Museum of Art's exhibitions. The headlines mention various exhibitions, including "Old Wedgwood" and "Drawing Exhibition of Recent Gifts and Loans," which ran until September 3, 1944. Other notices indicate the opening hours of the museum and the names of the articles they are excerpted from, such as "The Herald" and "The Chronicle," both from Boston, Massachusetts.

The page also features a detailed article about an exhibition of Mexican print work in the Fogg Museum, written by Lawrence Dame. This article discusses the characteristics of Mexican graphic art and its exhibition, providing insight into the cultural significance of the works and their impact on the art world at the time.

The overall appearance of the page is aged, with stains and discoloration, suggesting it is a historical document, probably from the mid-20th century. The clipping method and the arrangement of the articles indicate an effort to preserve information about the museum's exhibitions and activities during that period.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook containing several newspaper clippings from the Boston News-Clip Bureau, dated between July 13, 1944, and July 26, 1944. The clippings are from various newspapers including the Herald, Journal-Press, Christian Science Monitor, and Tribune, all from Boston and Somerville, Massachusetts.

The clippings are predominantly about the Fogg Museum of Art, detailing its hours of operation for July and August, which are Monday through Friday from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M., including holidays, Saturday from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M., and Sunday from 2 P.M. to 5 P.M. The exhibitions mentioned include "Old Wedgwood," from the Grenville Lindall Winthrop Bequest, through September 3; "Drawing Exhibition of Recent Gifts and Loans," through September 3; and "Recent Additions to the Print Collection," from July 8 through September 3.

There is also a larger clipping on the right side of the page from the Christian Science Monitor, dated July 26, 1944, titled "Art Exhibition." It discusses an exhibition of contemporary woodcuts and lithographs of Mexican graphic art at the Fogg Museum of Art. The article describes the characteristics of Mexican graphic art, its historical context, and mentions specific artists and their works.

The clippings are neatly arranged on a brown background, with dates and titles clearly visible. The overall theme of the clippings is the promotion of art exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art during the summer of 1944.

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The image is a photograph of a brown folder containing several pieces of paper. The folder is open, and the papers are visible. The folder has a label on the top left that reads "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU." The papers inside are newspaper clippings, and some of them have dates and headlines. The clippings are from different newspapers, and some of them have been cut and pasted together. The folder appears to be a collection of news clippings related to art exhibitions and events.

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to art exhibitions and prints. The clippings are arranged on a brown folder or document, with some of them overlapping. Here are the key details:

  • The clippings are from various newspapers, including the Boston Herald, Somerville Journal-Press, Christian Science Monitor, and others. The dates range from July 13, 1944, to July 30, 1944.

  • The clippings cover different art exhibitions and events, such as:

    • An exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art featuring prints by Mexican artists, including Orozco, Siqueiros, and others.
    • An exhibition of "Old Wedge" drawings from the Greenville Lincoln wood collection.
    • An exhibition of recent gifts and loans at the Fogg Museum of Art.
  • The clippings provide details about the exhibitions, including dates, times, and descriptions of the artworks on display.

  • Some clippings have a watermark or stamp indicating they are from the Boston News-Clip Bureau, a service that provided newspaper clippings for research and reference.

  • The clippings appear to be related to the study or research of Mexican art and prints, with a focus on contemporary Mexican artists and their works.

In summary, the image is a collection of newspaper clippings and articles focused on art exhibitions and prints, particularly related to Mexican artists and their works, from the mid-20th century. The clippings provide details about the exhibitions, artworks, and artists involved.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings from the Boston News-Clip Bureau, dated between July 13, 1944, and July 30, 1944. These clippings are organized into a scrapbook or folder format, with each clipping labeled with the source (e.g., Herald, Tribune, Journal-Press, Christian Science Monitor) and the date of publication. The clippings are centered around events and exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts, during the summer of 1944.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Title and Header:

    • The top of the image prominently displays the heading "Art Exhibition", indicating the focus of the clippings.
    • The subheading "Fogg Shows Print Work of Mexicans" highlights a specific exhibition at the Fogg Museum, showcasing prints by Mexican artists.
  2. Clippings Layout:

    • The clippings are arranged in a grid-like format, with each section containing a headline, publication details, and a brief article or announcement.
    • The clippings are sourced from various Boston-area newspapers, including the Herald, Tribune, Journal-Press, and Christian Science Monitor.
  3. Content Highlights:

    • Fogg Museum of Art Exhibitions:
      • Multiple clippings mention exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, including:
        • “Old Wedgewood” (July 3 through September 3).
        • “Recent Gifts and Loans” (July 8 through September 3).
        • “Drawings from the Print Collection” (July 8 through September 3).
      • The exhibitions are described as open to the public during specific hours (Monday through Friday, 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.; Saturday, 9 A.M. to 12 P.M.).
    • Mexican Print Exhibition:
      • A detailed article discusses an exhibition of prints by Mexican artists at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the cultural and artistic significance of the works. The article describes the vibrant and expressive nature of Mexican printmaking, noting its historical roots and contemporary relevance.
  4. Publication Details:

    • Each clipping includes the publication name, address, and date:
      • Herald (Boston, Mass.) – July 30, 1944.
      • Tribune (Cambridge, Mass.) – July 13, 1944, and July 14, 1944.
      • Journal-Press (Somerville, Mass.) – July 21, 1944.
      • Christian Science Monitor (Boston, Mass.) – July 28, 1944.
    • The clippings are marked with stamps or annotations, such as “BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU” and “BOSTON, WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 1944.”
  5. Visual Design:

    • The clippings are typed or printed on aged paper, giving the document a vintage appearance.
    • Handwritten notes and markings, such as “On the Spotlight” and “Art Exhibition,” are visible, suggesting the clippings were curated for a specific purpose, possibly for research, archival, or exhibition planning.

Summary:

The image shows a curated collection of newspaper clippings from 1944, focusing on art exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The clippings highlight events such as the display of old Wedgewood, recent gifts and loans, and a notable exhibition of Mexican prints. The layout and annotations suggest these clippings were compiled for historical or archival purposes, providing a snapshot of cultural events in Boston during World War II.

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This image appears to show a collection of newspaper clippings mounted on a board. Each clipping features the header "Boston News-Clip Bureau," along with the address '8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass.' and mentions various Boston-based newspapers such as the Herald, Tribune, and Christian Science Monitor, with dates ranging from July 1, 1944, to July 26, 1944.

The clippings mostly contain information about the Fogg Museum of Art and discuss exhibitions happening at the time, specifically mentioning July and August hours, exhibitions such as "Old Wedgwood" from the Grenville Lindall Winthrop bequest, and "Recent Additions to the Print Collection." One particular article, positioned at the top right corner and dated Wednesday, July 26, 1944, has a bold title "Art Exhibition" and discusses an exhibition featuring "Print Work Of Mexicans" at the Fogg Museum of Art.

The clippings are neatly arranged and provide a historical snapshot of art events and exhibitions that were of news interest in Boston during the summer of 1944. The mounted clippings are intended for archival or reference purposes, and there's a reinforcement hole punched into the board, suggesting that these clippings could be from a press or news archive.

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This image depicts a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings about art exhibitions. These clippings appear to have been collected by the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" in 1944. The clippings provide information about exhibitions held at Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts, during July and August 1944. One article, titled "Art Exhibition: Fogg Shows Print Work of Mexicans," focuses on an exhibition of Mexican art, including woodcuts and lithographs. The clippings contain text with exhibition schedules, profiles, and highlights.

The page itself is light brown with a textured appearance. There are six clippings neatly attached, each featuring headers, dates, and publication names (e.g., "Christian Science Monitor," "Tribune Cambridge," and "Herald Boston"). The layout of the content reflects an organized archival presentation.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings attached, all related to art exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art and other art-related news.

Details include:

  • Multiple clippings from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" with addresses and dates ranging from July 13, 1944, to July 30, 1944.
  • Several announcements about the Fogg Museum of Art's July and August hours and exhibitions, including "Old Wedgwood," "Drawing Exhibition of Recent Gifts and Loans," and "Recent Additions to the Print Collection."
  • An article titled "Art Exhibition - Fogg Shows Print Work Of Mexicans" from July 26, 1944, discussing an exhibition of woodcuts and lithographs by Mexican artists at the Fogg Museum's Print Room. It describes the emotional effect, thematic elements, and technical aspects of the prints, mentioning artists like Diego Rivera and Leopoldo Méndez.

The clippings are neatly arranged and secured on the page, suggesting a focused collection of art exhibition reviews and announcements from mid-1944 Boston newspapers.

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A vintage scrapbook page with a collage of small newspaper clippings. The clippings are mainly Boston art notices from 1944, titled with headers like “BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU” and “News of Art,” arranged in vertical strips on a tan/brown paper. The right side features a larger clipping headed “Art Exhibition” about the Fogg Museum of Art and Mexican print work. The page shows two binder holes along the right edge, and the overall look is aged and archival.