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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803643

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This image shows an open scrapbook or clipping album, displaying a page filled with newspaper clippings from 1946. The clippings are mounted on aged, off-white paper within a book with a greenish-brown cover visible on the left.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the contents:

Left Side:

  • Clipping Title: "Press Clipping Service" — 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass., C. S. Monitor, Boston, Mass., dated FEB 25 1946.
  • Main Article: Centred on a large black-and-white photograph of a man, identified as artist Thomas Eakins. The photo is titled:

    “The Critic”: A Painting by Thomas Eakins

  • Caption Below Photo: “By Courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, in The Christian Science Monitor”
  • Article Text: The article, written by Dorothy Arlow, discusses Thomas Eakins as an “admirable example of rugged individualism in art.” It describes him as neither revolutionary nor bound by conventions, praising his honesty, plain-spoken nature, and artistic integrity. The article contrasts him with painters like John Singleton Copley, noting Eakins’ refusal to flatter patrons and his preference for painting people who interested him — friends, fellow artists, professionals. It also mentions the painting “The Critic” came to the Fogg Museum via the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest.
  • Handwritten Annotations: The number “128” is written in pencil in the upper left corner of the clipping. A sticker near the top reads “Registered in U.S. Patent Office.”

Right Side:

  • Clipping Title: “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” — 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass., from the Christian Science Monitor, dated MAR 9 1946.
  • Headline: “Talks on Chinese Art”
  • Content: Announces lectures by Mme. Nicole Nicholas, Lecturer on Oriental Philosophy at the University of Montreal, to be held at the Fogg Art Museum (specifically in the large lecture hall of the Fogg Art Museum under the auspices of the Harvard Yenching Institute). Lectures were scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 4 p.m., and were open to the public.
  • Handwritten Note: The number “129” is written faintly near the top right.

Additional Details:

  • The scrapbook page has a slightly yellowed tone and visible signs of age.
  • The clippings are adhered with glue and show slight curling.
  • The left edge of the book reveals the inner text block, with a visible page number “150” penciled on the top of the adjacent page.

Summary:
This is a curated page from a 1946 newspaper clipping scrapbook, documenting art-related events and commentary in Boston. It prominently features an article on the American painter Thomas Eakins — including a reproduction of his painting “The Critic” — alongside an announcement for public lectures on Chinese art at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum. The clippings were sourced from the Christian Science Monitor and preserved with cataloging numbers, suggesting they belong to a collector or researcher interested in art and cultural history.

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The image shows an open book with a vintage newspaper clipping placed on the left page. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a man wearing glasses and a suit, with the caption "THE CRITIC" and a note indicating it is a painting by Thomas Eakins. Below the photograph, there is an article discussing Thomas Eakins and his work, specifically his painting "The Critic." The article is attributed to Dorothy Adlow.

The right page contains a separate newspaper clipping with the headline "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and a note about talks on Chinese art by Mme. Nicolle Nicholas at the Fogg Art Museum. The date on this clipping is March 9, 1946. The pages have a worn appearance, with discoloration and some stains, suggesting the book is quite old. The book has a greenish cover, and the pages are slightly curled, indicating age and frequent handling.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook that contains various clippings and articles. The main focus of the page is a newspaper clipping dated February 25, 1946, from the C.S. Monitor in Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a man wearing glasses and a formal suit, which is identified as a painting titled "The Critic" by Thomas Eakins. Below the photograph, there is a descriptive article about Thomas Eakins and his painting, written by Dorothy Adlow.

The article discusses Eakins' style and approach to painting, noting his rugged individualism and his focus on honesty and plain-spokenness. It also mentions his refusal to adhere to convention and his portrayal of various individuals who interested him, such as his family, friends, fellow artists, and art critics.

Additionally, there is another clipping on the page from March 9, 1946, from the Christian Science Monitor in Boston, which announces a series of lectures on Chinese art by Mme. Nicolle Nicholas at the Harvard-Yenching Institute in the large lecture hall at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page also includes a header at the top indicating that it is from a "Press Clipping Service" and a note about the registration of the service in the U.S. Patent Office. The green binding of the scrapbook is visible on the left side of the image.

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The image depicts an open book with several pages visible. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings, as evidenced by the presence of various articles and images. The clippings are affixed to the pages using adhesive, and some are bordered with white paper, suggesting they were carefully preserved.

On the left side of the book, there is a clipping of a photograph of a man, possibly an artist or a notable figure, accompanied by a brief article. The photograph is in black and white, and the article is written in a serif font, typical of newspaper print from the early to mid-20th century. The article seems to discuss the man's contributions or characteristics, as indicated by the descriptive text surrounding the image.

To the right of the photograph, there is another clipping with a headline that reads "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and "Christian Science Monitor," indicating the source of the clipping. Below this headline, there is a smaller clipping with the text "Talks on Chinese Art," suggesting an article about lectures or discussions on Chinese art. This clipping is also bordered with white paper.

Further down the page, there is another clipping with a headline that reads "Press Clipping Service," which suggests that the book might be a compilation from a press clipping service that collected and organized articles for clients.

The book's pages are somewhat aged, with visible creases and slight discoloration, indicating that it has been handled and preserved over time. The edges of the clippings are slightly uneven, which is common when articles are cut from newspapers.

In summary, the image shows a book with preserved newspaper clippings, featuring articles and photographs, likely collected and organized by a press clipping service. The clippings discuss various topics, including an artist, Chinese art lectures, and possibly other news items, reflecting the interests or professional needs of the person who compiled the book.

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The image shows a page from a book or magazine with a clipping from the Christian Science Monitor. The clipping is about an exhibition of paintings by Thomas Eakins at the Fogg Art Museum. The clipping includes a black and white photograph of Eakins and a description of his painting "The Critic" which depicts a man with a thick unruly hair, a collar of modesty, and a thoughtful expression. The clipping also mentions that Eakins was known for his realistic and unflattering portraits, and that he painted people from all social classes, including his friends, fellow artists, professionals, inventors, millionaires, lawyers, and art collectors.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The left page features a black-and-white photograph of a man with glasses, wearing a suit and tie, and is accompanied by a caption and a brief article. The caption at the top reads, "By Courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, In The Christian Science Monitor." The article is titled "The Critic's Eye" and is attributed to Dorothy Ashlow. The text discusses an artist named Thomas Eakins, describing his work and style, noting his focus on realism and his refusal to paint portraits for money, emphasizing his commitment to authenticity and artistic integrity.

The right page contains clippings from newspapers or magazines. At the top, there is a header titled "Press Clipping Service" from C. S. Monitor, Boston, Mass., dated FEB 25 1946. Below this, there is a section labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., dated MAR 9 1946. The content includes a brief announcement about "Talks on Chinese Art" by Mamie, Nicola Nicholas, a lecturer on Oriental Philosophy at the University of Montreal, scheduled to give three lectures at the Harvard-Yenching Institute in the Art Study Hall, with sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 4 p.m., and admission being free to the public.

The book's spine is visible on the left, with the pages numbered 128 and 129, indicating it is part of a larger collection or archive. The overall layout suggests this is a scrapbook or archive of press clippings and articles, likely from the mid-20th century, focusing on art, culture, and intellectual events. The design and formatting reflect a historical document, possibly from a personal or institutional collection.

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This image shows an open book or scrapbook containing glued clippings from newspapers. At the top left is a tag from a press clipping service in Boston, dated Feb 25, 1946. The top right corner has another clipping tag labeled Boston News Clip dated Mar 9, 1946. Below these tags is a darkened black-and-white photograph of a painting titled "The Cello" by Thomas Eakins.

The text beneath the image discusses the art of Thomas Eakins, emphasizing his individuality and contributions to American painting. It also describes his artistic focus on realism and his achievement in depicting character and psychological depth. Additional small clippings include references to lectures on Chinese art, noting locations and details of the events.

The page itself seems to come from a curated collection, possibly featuring articles on art or related topics.

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The image shows an open scrapbook containing various newspaper clippings pasted on a page. The main clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a painting titled "The Critic," by Thomas Eakins. The photograph is dark and grainy, showing a portrait of a man in a suit, but the face is blurred or pixelated.

Below the photo is a caption and an article excerpt discussing Thomas Eakins. The caption reads, "By Courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, to The Christian Science Monitor." The article describes Eakins as a former Cambridge resident, an artist known for his rugged individualism and honesty in painting, especially portraits. It highlights his refusal to conform to conventional artistic restrictions and his respectful depiction of people from various social classes.

At the top left corner of the page are two stamps: one from the Press Clipping Service, dated February 25, 1946, and the other from the Boston News Clip, dated March 9, 1945.

On the right side of the page is a small clipping announcing a lecture series titled "Talks on Chinese Art" by Mme. Nicole Nicholas, a lecturer on Oriental Philosophy at the University of Montreal. The lectures are hosted by the Harvard-Yenching Institute and held at the Fogg Art Museum on Monday and Wednesday afternoons, open to the public.

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  • A page from a vintage scrapbook or album, bound in a large book with a green cover visible at the left.
  • In the center is a large dark rectangular image (a painting or reproduction) with a lighter border around it; part of the image is obscured by a blurred square.
  • Surrounding the central image are several small newspaper clippings and notices glued to the page, mostly about art and lectures.
  • Top left clipping is labeled “Press Clipping Service” with a Boston address and a date of Feb 25, 1946.
  • Top right clipping is titled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” with a Boston address and a date (Mar 9, 194?) and mentions the Christian Science Monitor.
  • A clipping at the bottom left discusses “The Critic: A Painting by Thomas Eakins,” with column text visible.
  • There are additional small scraps and notes around the edges, giving the page a worn, mid-20th-century look.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The largest clipping features an article with text discussing a painting and its artist, although specific details such as names and titles are not fully visible due to the cropping of the photo and the central part being obscured. The article's headline mentions a "Portrait" and the text seems to include commentary on the artist's technique and style.

At the top of the page, there are labels from "Press Clipping Service" and "Boston News Clip," indicating the originating services for these media clippings. The Press Clipping Service label is dated "FEB 23 1946," and the Boston News Clip label mentions "Christian Science Monitor" with a date of "MAR 9 1946." Additionally, there are remarks written in pen on the article itself, although their content is not clearly discernible from the image.

There are also some pieces of tape and tape marks on the page, which suggest that the clippings have been affixed to the page for some time. Various aged and discolored pieces of adhesive are visible on the page. It's a historical record of media coverage, possibly compiled for research or personal interest.