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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or an archival collection. It contains several newspaper clippings and an image of a painting. Here are the detailed elements:

  1. Central Image:

    • The central image is a painting of George Washington, titled "The Lost Portrait."
    • The painting is described as being painted by Charles Wilson Peale.
    • It was commissioned by the City of Philadelphia and depicts Washington at the moment of Cornwallis' surrender at Yorktown.
    • The portrait was sent to Benjamin Franklin in France to aid in negotiations and was later lost.
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • There are multiple newspaper clippings attached to the page, all from February 1946.
    • One clipping is from the "Boston News Clip" dated February 1, 1946, and mentions new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including a show of Chinese pottery and French paintings.
    • Another clipping from the "Press Clipping Service" dated February 15, 1946, mentions the Fogg Museum of Art and its exhibitions.
    • A third clipping from the "Boston News Clip" dated February 21, 1946, discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring the work of E. E. Cummings.
  3. Additional Notes:

    • The clippings are from various sources, including the Chronicle-Sun in Cambridge, Mass., and the Globe in Boston, Mass.
    • The page also includes some handwritten notes and annotations, indicating it might be part of a personal or institutional archive.

The overall theme of the page seems to be focused on art exhibitions and historical artifacts, particularly those related to George Washington and the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum and a portrait of George Washington. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Central Image and Caption:

    • The central clipping is an image of the "The Lost Portrait" of George Washington, painted by Charles Willson Peale. The caption below the image provides historical context, noting that the portrait was commissioned by Governor Harrison of Virginia to commemorate Washington at the moment of Cornwallis' surrender. The painting was sent to Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, and later, as the property of the Marquis de Lafayette, it came to rest in the Chateau de Noailles.
  2. Clippings on the Left Side:

    • Boston News Clip from Chronicle-Sun, Cambridge, Mass., dated February 14, 1946: It announces new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard, including works by John Singleton Copley, John Linell, Paul Gauguin, and others.
    • Press Clipping Service from Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., dated February 18, 1946: This mentions the Fogg Art Museum displaying the original of the Peale portrait of George Washington, with details about the museum's other holdings and an exhibition of drawings by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
  3. Clipping on the Right Side:

    • Boston News Clip from the Globe, Boston, Mass., dated February 21, 1946: This clipping also highlights the display of the George Washington portrait at the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing its historical significance and inclusion in the museum's exhibits.

The page is carefully arranged to highlight the significance of the George Washington portrait and the various art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in early 1946. The clippings provide context, announcing the events and offering details about the artworks on display.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from Boston, Massachusetts, dated between February 1, 1946, and February 14, 1946. These clippings are primarily related to the Boston Art Museum (now known as the Fogg Art Museum) and feature an article about a painting of George Washington.

Here are the details:

  1. Central Clipping (Feb 14, 1946):

    • The main clipping features an article from the Cambridge Chronicle-Sun titled "The Lost Portrait of George Washington" by Charles Willson Peale. The painting was commissioned by Governor Harrison of Virginia and is described as having been created at the moment of Cornwallis' surrender during the Revolutionary War. The painting is said to have been sent to Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, who were then living in France. It is now part of the Fogg Art Museum collection.
  2. Top Left Clipping:

    • This clipping, dated Feb. 14, 1946, from the Boston News Clip, lists new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum:
      • Chinese Pottery from the Collection of Charles B. Hays.
      • Islamic Collection (through March 30).
      • The Artistic Work of Edward Munch (1863-1944) (through March 30).
      • The Artistic Work of Paul Gauguin (through March 30).
      • The Print Rooms (closed Saturday).
    • The museum is open Mondays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on Sundays until further notice.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (Feb 1, 1946):

    • Another clipping from the Press Clipping Service (C. S. Monitor) dated February 1, 1946, reiterates information about the new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping (Feb 2, 1946):

    • Another Boston News Clip dated February 2, 1946, from the Globe, reiterates the same exhibition details, mentioning the works of Paul Gauguin, Edward Munch, and the Islamic Collection.

Each clipping is from different newspapers, providing a comprehensive overview of the exhibitions and historical significance of the George Washington portrait at the Fogg Art Museum in 1946.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles from February 1946, primarily focusing on exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, now part of Harvard University Art Museums.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • Source: Boston News Clip, Park Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Publication Date: February 14, 1946
    • Headline: "New Exhibitions at Fogg Art Museum"
    • Details: The article lists five new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
      • Islamic Work of Art
      • Work of Edward Munch (1863-1944)
      • Works of Paul Gauguin
      • Islamic Collection
      • Print Room (closed on Saturdays)
    • The museum's opening hours are mentioned: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed on Sundays.
  2. Middle Clipping:

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, C.S. Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Publication Date: February 18, 1946
    • Headline: "THE LOST PORTRAIT of George Washington"
    • Details: This article discusses a portrait of George Washington painted by Charles Willson Peale, which was commissioned by Governor Harrison of Virginia. The painting was sent to Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin. It was later acquired by the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Bottom Clipping:

    • Source: Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Publication Date: February 21, 1946
    • Headline: "Globe"
    • Details: This clipping highlights the Fogg Art Museum's exhibits, mentioning works of Paul Gauguin, Islamic Collection, and an exhibition of mid-19th-century French paintings.

The clippings are arranged in an album, likely for archival purposes, with various dates and sources, all related to the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions and notable historical pieces in February 1946. The central image is a portrait of George Washington, which is referred to in the articles as "The Lost Portrait."

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The image shows a scrapbook page from February 1946 featuring newspaper clippings related to an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The central focus is on a painting titled "The Lost Portrait" of George Washington.

Here are the details:

  1. Main Clipping:

    • The largest clipping in the center is from the Boston Herald, dated February 17, 1946.
    • It includes a photograph of George Washington in a portrait painted by Charles Willson Peale.
    • The caption explains that this portrait was commissioned by Governor Harrison of Virginia for a presentation to George Washington at the moment of Cornwallis' surrender. The painting was later sent to Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, and eventually came to rest in the Chateau de Noailles.
  2. Surrounding Clippings:

    • Top Left: A clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated February 14, 1946, announcing new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. It lists five exhibitions, including "The Lost Portrait" of George Washington.
    • Bottom Left: Two clippings from the Press Clipping Service, dated February 18, 1946, detailing the same information about the new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Bottom Center: Another Boston News Clip from February 21, 1946, mentioning the same exhibitions, emphasizing the "Lost Portrait" of George Washington.
  3. Museum Information:

    • The clippings repeatedly mention that the Fogg Art Museum is located at Harvard University and is open Monday through Saturday, with specified hours.

The page is a collage of newspaper articles and clippings that collectively highlight the special exhibition of the "Lost Portrait" of George Washington and other exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in early February 1946.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and a central portrait of George Washington. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Central Portrait:

    • The central image is a reproduction of "The Lost Portrait" of George Washington, painted by Charles Willson Peale.
    • The portrait was commissioned by Governor Harrison of Virginia in 1779 and depicts Washington at the moment of Cornwallis's surrender.
    • The painting was later used as a model for a statue of Washington that now resides in the rotunda of the Château de Noailles.
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Top Left Clipping (Boston News Clip, Feb 14, 1946):

      • Announces new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
        • Recent Accessions (through March 30)
        • Harvard Tercentenary Prints (through March 30)
        • Medieval Korean Pottery from the Collection of Charles B. Hoyt (through March 30)
        • Treasures from the Islamic Collection (through March 30)
        • Recent Paintings by Karl Zerbe (through March 16)
        • The Graphic Work of Edvard Munch (through March 16, 1863-1944)
        • Paintings by Paul Gauguin (March 30 - April 27)
      • Museum hours are provided: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays, with the museum closed on holidays.
    • Middle Left Clipping (Press Clipping Service, Feb 18, 1946):

      • Another reference to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.
      • Mentions various exhibitions, similar to the above.
    • Bottom Left Clipping (Press Clipping Service, Feb 18, 1946):

      • Similar details about exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art.
    • Bottom Right Clipping (Boston News Clip, Feb 21, 1946):

      • Announces the arrival of the river Niger at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Mentions that the exhibition includes notable works from the Islamic Collection and an exhibit of 19th-century French paintings.

The clippings provide historical context and information about the exhibitions held at the Fogg Art Museum in early 1946, with a specific focus on the portrait of George Washington by Charles Willson Peale.

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The image shows an open scrapbook containing multiple newspaper clippings that are yellowed with age. In the center of the right page, there's a main article with a heading that reads "George Washington" with a vintage portrait illustration underneath it. Various clippings around it seem to be related to historical subjects and exhibitions. There's visible text on the left page mentioning press clipping services in Boston, Massachusetts, and there are several references to dates in 1946 apparent on the clippings. The scrapbook appears well-maintained with neatly organized and pinned articles, reflecting a thematic collection focused on history or notable figures.

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The image depicts an open book with several pages that appear to be part of a scrapbook or a collection of press clippings. The book has a green spine and is placed on a gray background. The pages are filled with various clippings, some of which are from newspapers and others are labeled as press clippings.

The first page has a headline that reads "George Washington" and a picture of a man in a white suit and black boots. Below the picture, there is a caption that reads "The Lost Portrait of George Washington" and a description of the painting's history.

The second page has a headline that reads "Boston News Clip" and a clipping from the Boston Chronicle-Sun, dated February 1, 1946. The clipping is about an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The third page has a headline that reads "Press Clipping Service" and a clipping from the Boston Globe, dated February 1, 1946. The clipping is about an exhibition of French pottery at the Fogg Art Museum.

The fourth page has a headline that reads "Boston News Clip" and a clipping from the Boston Chronicle-Sun, dated February 13, 1946. The clipping is about an exhibition of Korean pottery at the Fogg Art Museum.

The fifth page has a headline that reads "Press Clipping Service" and a clipping from the Boston Globe, dated February 13, 1946. The clipping is about an exhibition of French pottery at the Fogg Art Museum.

The book appears to be a collection of press clippings related to art exhibitions and events in Boston during the mid-1940s.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or archival collection, showcasing a historical newspaper clipping and a photograph. The page is part of a larger volume, as indicated by the visible spine and other pages on the left side of the image. Here is a detailed description:

Left Side:

  • Textual Content:
    The left side contains several newspaper clippings, each with a header indicating the source, date, and location:
    • "BOSTON NEWS CLIP": From the Chronicle-Sun, Cambridge, Mass., dated February 14, 1946. The clipping announces new exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including works by Edward Garguin, Paul Cezanne, and others. It also mentions the museum's hours and closures.
    • "Press Clipping Service": From the C.S. Monitor, Boston, Mass., dated February 18, 1946. This appears to be a summary or additional information about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibitions.
    • Another clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated February 21, 1946, from the Globe, Boston, Mass., discussing an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring works by Paul Cezanne and other artists.

Right Side:

  • Photograph:
    The central feature of the right side is a black-and-white photograph of George Washington. The image shows Washington in formal attire, standing with a dignified posture. He is wearing a long coat, cravat, and knee-length breeches, typical of 18th-century fashion. The photograph is labeled as a reproduction or historical representation, as indicated by the caption below.

  • Caption Below the Photograph:
    The caption reads:

    "The LOST PORTRAIT" of George Washington, painted by Charles Willson Peale. Commissioned by Governor Harrison of Virginia to do a portrait of the first President, Peale chose to depict Washington at the moment of Cornwallis's surrender. The painting, sent to Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, our statesmen in France, to aid sculptors in making a statue of the Revolutionary leader, came to rest in the Chateau of Noailles."
    This caption provides historical context, explaining that the portrait was part of a significant commission and had a notable journey before being preserved.

Overall Layout:

  • The page is organized with a mix of textual clippings and a central visual element (the photograph). The clippings are neatly arranged on the left, while the photograph and its caption dominate the right side. The layout suggests this is part of a curated collection, possibly for historical or archival purposes, such as a scrapbook or exhibit documentation.

Additional Details:

  • The top of the page has a handwritten note or annotation, though it is partially obscured. It appears to be a label or reference, possibly indicating the date or subject matter.
  • The spine of the book is visible on the left, showing the title or subject of the volume, which seems to be related to art or historical collections, as suggested by the content of the clippings and the photograph.

Conclusion:

The image captures a page from a historical or archival collection, combining newspaper clippings about art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum with a photograph of George Washington. The photograph is accompanied by a detailed caption that provides historical context, emphasizing the significance of the portrait and its connection to key figures in American history. The layout and content suggest this is part of a curated collection, likely used for research, exhibition, or preservation purposes.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping about George Washington. The clipping has a photograph of George Washington. The clipping is pasted on the scrapbook page with a green border. There are several other clippings on the page, including one about exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in Harvard and another about press clipping services. The page also has a green border and appears to be part of a scrapbook.