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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803571

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This image appears to be a page from a newspaper or a collection of clippings related to art and cultural events. The top portion of the page features a watercolor titled "The Marionettes" by Eugène Lami, accompanied by an article discussing the artist and the piece. The watercolor depicts a scene with a crowd gathered around, possibly a theatrical performance with puppeteers and spectators.

The page is marked with various newspaper clippings and notes. At the top, there is a header that says "Boston News-Clip Bureau" with a date stamp of April 3, 1945. Additionally, there are other clippings from the Boston Herald dated April 3, 1945, and another note dated April 9, 1945, referencing the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

The clippings and the watercolor suggest that the page is part of a scrapbook or a collection of historical materials related to art, specifically European art, and cultural events in the early 1940s. The presence of the Boston News-Clip Bureau indicates that the article and the watercolor were part of a regular feature in a newspaper, likely reporting on exhibitions and art-related news.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook containing clippings from newspapers dated April 1945. The page features several cut-out articles and a photograph.

  1. Top Left Corner: There is a label from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" with the address "8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass." and "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass." dated April 3, 1945.

  2. Main Section: The central part of the page contains a newspaper clipping with the headline "THE MONIC FORUM." It includes a black-and-white photograph of a crowd of people in what appears to be a historical setting, possibly from the 19th century, as indicated by the clothing styles. The caption under the photograph reads: "By Courtesy of the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, to THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR 'THE MARIONETTES': A Water Color by Eugène Lami." Below the photograph, there is a detailed description of the artist Louis Eugène Lami (1800-1890), his work, and the context of the painting.

  3. Bottom Left Corner: Another label from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" with the same address and "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass." dated April 9, 1945.

  4. Bottom Right Section: There is a clipping from "The Boston Herald," dated April 8, 1945, with the headline "REGARDING ART" by Lawrence Dame. This article discusses the art exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Museum, focusing on the contrast between Chinese and Japanese art techniques.

The page is neatly arranged with the clippings taped in place, and there is a small red checkmark near the top right corner of the main photograph. The overall theme of the page appears to be related to art and historical exhibitions.

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This image displays an open scrapbook page, likely from the Christian Science Monitor’s archives, featuring several newspaper clippings dated April 3, 1945. The page is yellowed with age and bears evidence of adhesive and tape used to mount the items.


Main Feature: “The Home Forum”

At the top center is a large clipping titled “THE HOME FORUM”, dated April 3, 1945. It features a black-and-white reproduction of a watercolor painting titled:

“THE MARIONETTES”: A Water Color by Eugène Lami

The painting, described as being “By Courtesy of the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, in The Christian Science Monitor,” depicts a lively outdoor scene with a crowd of 19th-century Parisians — men in top hats, women in long dresses — gathered around a puppet theater or street performance. The artwork is dynamic, capturing movement and social interaction.

Below the image is an article explaining the painting and its artist:

Louis Eugène Lami (1800–1890) was a Parisian artist, pupil of Gros and Vernet. He began in lithography and portraiture, eventually cultivating skills in watercolor and becoming a pre-eminent illustrator with a talent for capturing episodes and dramatic moments. The article notes his focus on the theater, circus, and ballet, emphasizing how he portrayed not individual faces but the “odd expressions” and “costumes” of the crowd — a trait common among French artists of the time.


Additional Clippings and Labels

  1. Boston News-Clip Bureau Stickers:

    • Two identical stickers from the “BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU, 8 Bromworth Street, Boston, Mass.” are affixed to the page, one above the main clipping and another below, both labeled for the “Christian Science Monitor” and dated “APR 3 1945”.
  2. Article: “Regarding Art” by Lawrence Dame

    • Below the main clipping, another article titled “REGARDING ART” by LAWRENCE DAME is visible, clipped from “THE BOSTON HERALD, 4 Park Street, Boston 8, Mass.”, also dated April 3, 1945. A small “124 F” handwritten note appears on the clipping’s label.
    • The visible portion of the article discusses the Fogg Museum of Art’s French Country Drawings exhibition, mentioning artists such as Cézanne, Boudin, and Renoir, and highlighting the “general atmosphere of the exhibition” and its focus on everyday life and social scenes — complementing the Lami painting above.
  3. Red Check Mark

    • Near the top right corner of the page, a red check mark is visible — likely an archival or editorial annotation.

Overall Context:

This scrapbook page is an archival record from 1945, compiling contemporary art criticism and museum exhibitions for the Christian Science Monitor. It reflects mid-20th-century interest in European art, particularly 19th-century French genre scenes. The focus on Eugène Lami’s “The Marionettes” highlights popular taste for accessible, lively, and socially observant artwork. The inclusion of multiple clipped articles and archival labels suggests this was part of a curated press clipping service used by journalists or editors for research or reference.

The visual composition — with newspaper clippings, typed labels, and handwritten notes — gives the page a distinctly mid-century, journalistic, and archival aesthetic.


Note: Though the image shows the text “The Home Forum,” this likely refers to the Monitor’s weekly features section, which often included cultural commentary on art, music, and literature.

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The image shows an old, open book with a clipping of a newspaper article pasted on the left page. The clipping is titled "The Marionettes," and it features an illustration of a group of people gathered in front of a building. The text below the illustration provides information about the illustration and the artist, Louis Eugene Lami. There are other clippings on the right page, and the book is titled "Boston News-Clip Bureau."

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The image is of a book with two pages open. The left page has a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor dated April 3, 1945. The clipping features a black-and-white photo of a group of people, possibly a parade or procession, with a building in the background. The right page has a clipping from the Boston Herald, dated April 8, 1945, with the title "Regarding Art" by Lawrence Dame. The image is slightly blurry and has a vintage look.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, likely preserved in a scrapbook or archive. The pages are filled with historical documents from the mid-20th century, specifically dated April 3, 1945, and April 8, 1945. Here’s a detailed description:

Top Section:

  • Newspaper Clipping from The Christian Science Monitor:
    • Headline: "The Marionettes"
    • Caption: "By Courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, to The Christian Science Monitor."
    • Illustration: A black-and-white drawing or photograph depicts a scene of a crowd gathered around a performance, possibly a puppet show or a public event. The setting appears to be outdoors, with a building in the background and people dressed in period clothing.
    • Text: The accompanying article discusses the artist Eugène Lami, a French artist known for his work in lithography and watercolors. It highlights his talent, particularly in portraying dramatic and expressive scenes, such as those found in the circus, ballet, and other performances. The text emphasizes his ability to capture the essence of characters and the lively atmosphere of public gatherings.

Bottom Section:

  • Newspaper Clipping from The Boston Herald:
    • Headline: "Regarding Art" by Lawrence Dame.
    • Content: This section appears to be a column or article discussing art, though the visible text is partially obscured. The layout includes a list or series of names, possibly artists or figures related to the art world. The column seems to provide commentary or analysis on art-related topics.

Additional Elements:

  • Stamps and Labels:
    • Several stamps and labels are visible, indicating the source and date of the clippings. For example:
      • A stamp from the Boston News-Clip Bureau at 8 Bowditch Street, Boston, Mass., dated April 3, 1945.
      • Another stamp from the Boston News-Clip Bureau dated April 8, 1945.
      • A handwritten note or marking on the top left corner of the page, reading "MONITOR" and a date ("1945").
  • Archival Context:
    • The clippings are part of a larger collection, as indicated by the repeated appearance of the Boston News-Clip Bureau stamps and the organized layout. This suggests the material is part of a historical archive or research collection.

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a curated collection of historical newspaper articles focused on art and cultural events. The inclusion of a detailed illustration and commentary on Eugène Lami, along with an art column from The Boston Herald, highlights the archival value of these clippings. The stamps and markings indicate systematic organization, likely for research or preservation purposes. The content reflects mid-20th-century interest in art, performance, and cultural commentary.

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This image depicts an archival material, a page from an old newspaper or magazine clipping. The page is labeled at the top with "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU, 8 Beowulf Street, Boston, Mass. Christian Science Monitor Boston, Mass. APR 3 1945," indicating it was sourced and perhaps archived on April 3, 1945. There's a heading "THE HOME FORUM" and below that, a large image of a historical painting or illustration with the caption "'The Marionettes.' A Water Color by Eugene Lami."

The article begins with a description of the artist's background, Louis Eugene Lami (1800-1890), noting his training and areas of focus, such as painting and illustration, also detailing the characteristics of his work.

Additionally, there is another section on the page from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP Bureau 8 Park Street Boston, Mass. Christian Science Monitor Boston, Mass. APR 3 1945," followed by a captioned excerpt "REGARDING ART By LAWRENCE DAME."

The general condition of the paper suggests it's quite old, with typical signs of aging such as yellowing and slight fraying on the edges. There are also various stamps, including one that says "Library of Congress" as well as a checkmark which might indicate it has been reviewed or processed in some way.

Lastly, there appears to be another archival tag or stamp on the bottom left corner, partially obscured, but it seems to indicate the provenance or ownership of the document, likely related to the Library of Congress.

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The image shows an old scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings related to art. The main clipping is a reproduction of an artwork titled "The Marionettes," a watercolor by Eugène Lami. The artwork depicts a street scene with a group of people gathered around a tall statue or structure, with some men in top hats and a horse-drawn carriage in the background.

Below the artwork is a detailed text about Eugène Lami (1800-1890), a Parisian artist known for his skills in watercolor and lithography, and his ability to capture dramatic scenes and crowds with distinct individual characterizations.

There are also several smaller news clipping labels from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" and mentions of "Christian Science Monitor" and "The Boston Herald." Dates on the clippings range around early April 1945. One headline reads "REGARDING ART" by Lawrence Dame, which likely refers to an article or column about art.

Overall, the page appears to document and archive information and commentary about Eugène Lami's art and exhibitions from newspaper sources.

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A vintage scrapbook page filled with newspaper clippings from Boston in early April 1945.

  • The centerpiece is a large black-and-white photograph of a crowd gathered in front of a building, with a caption beneath it (appears to discuss marionettes or a work by the artist Eugène Lami).
  • Surrounding the photo are several smaller clipped items:
    • small “BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU” clips with dates (e.g., APR 3, 1945; APR 8, 1945; APR 9, 1945) from the Christian Science Monitor and Boston Herald.
    • another clipping titled “REGARDING ART” by Lawrence Dame.
    • additional vintage clipping fragments and notes.
  • The page has aged, yellowed paper, adhesive marks, and a faint red mark near the top.

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This image appears to be a scrapbook page containing clippings from newspapers and other print materials. The primary clipping in the center is an article featuring an illustration of a large group of people gathered outside a building, perhaps as part of an event or performance. The caption identifies it as a watercolor titled "The Marionettes" by Eugene Lami, with additional descriptive text about Lami and his artistic focus.

Surrounding the central article are additional smaller clippings, including details about the Boston News-Clip Bureau and publications like the Christian Science Monitor and the Boston Herald. The dates on the clippings indicate the articles are from early April 1945. Some of the clippings have handwritten markings in blue and red ink, likely for emphasis or organization.