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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

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This image displays a historical newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, June 18, 1948. The clipping is labeled “Cambridge Edition” and features an article titled:

Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show

The article, written by George Shanton, reports on the Centennial Art Exhibit held in Cambridge to coincide with the city’s 100th anniversary. The exhibit, housed at the Gertrude Museum at Harvard University, featured works by local artists, many affiliated with the Cambridge School of Art and the Harvard Art Museum.

The centerpiece of the article is a photograph showing Karl Oberstuffer, winner of the First Jury Award, standing beside his painting, “Oval Table.” Also pictured are members of the Cambridge Historic Committee who judged the exhibit: Miss Mary B. Fowler and Miss Cora Randall, both from Harvard University.

The article notes that although the winning works are not traditional Impressionist paintings, many visitors initially mistook the exhibition for one — a testament to the high quality and modern style of the local artists. It further highlights other notable works, including:

  • Spring Day” by Claire Twombly — a watercolor noted for its “bright greens and blues” and “Parisian scene” quality.
  • Paris, 1947” by Henry Twombly — a “charming pastoral scene.”
  • Still Life” by John O’Keefe — featuring a horse skull and roses.
  • Study for ‘Oval Table’” — the preparatory sketch for Oberstuffer’s prize-winning painting.

The article also lists artists whose works were exhibited, including Doris Kelly, Allen C. Merrell, William Wrenn, Charles Hopkinson, and others. It mentions that the exhibition opened on July 1 and would remain on display until July 7.

Attached above the clipping is a small label reading:

BOSTON NEWS CLIP
107 Tremont Street
Boston 8, Mass.
Globe
Boston, Mass.
JUN 19 1948

This appears to be a library or archival stamp indicating when the clip was filed.

The clipping is in good condition for its age, though slightly yellowed, with visible fold lines and a handwritten notation (“136 F”) in the upper margin — likely a cataloging code.


In summary, this is a historical newspaper clipping chronicling a significant local art event in Cambridge in 1948, capturing community pride in local talent and the evolving art scene of the era.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from June 19, 1946, in the "Cambridge Edition" section of the Boston Daily Globe. The headline reads, "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show." The article discusses an art exhibit at Harvard University's Germanic Museum, featuring works from the Cambridge Centennial Art Exhibition. It mentions a few notable painters and their works, such as Karl Oberteuffer's "Oval Table," which won the First Jury Award, and others like Charles Hopkinson and Edward W. Forbes.

The article also notes the exhibit's opening date and mentions the collection of artworks, which includes oils, watercolors, pastels, lithographs, sketches, and sculptures. It highlights the traditional aspects of the local art, with only one or two suggestions of surrealism. The article is written by George McKinnon and includes a photograph of Karl Oberteuffer standing beside his winning painting, "Oval Table," with two women, presumably Cambridge Historic committee members. The exhibit was mistaken for an Impressionist show by a passerby, which led to a light-hearted moment.

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This image is a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe dated Wednesday, June 19, 1946. The article, titled "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show," appears in the Cambridge Edition. It discusses a Centennial Art Exhibit held at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.

The clipping includes a photograph of three individuals: Karl Oberteuffer, the winner of the First Jury Award, standing beside his winning painting titled "Oval Table." Opposite Oberteuffer are two members of the Cambridge Historic committee, Miss Mary B. Fowler and Miss Cornelia Randall.

The article, written by George McKinnon, describes the reaction of two women artists who, upon seeing the exhibit, mistakenly thought it was a collection of 19th-century French Impressionist paintings. The writer goes on to detail various works on display, including paintings and sculptures by different artists. The exhibit was open until July 7 and featured a diverse range of styles, with a few suggestions of surrealism.

The clipping is labeled with the text "Boston News Clip" and "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." at the top, and there is a handwritten note "126F" on the clipping itself.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show." The clipping features an article about an art exhibit held at the Fogg Museum, which includes works by various artists, including Karl Oberteuffer, the winner of the First Jury Award. The exhibit, titled "Centennial Art Exhibit," showcases paintings by local artists and is described as a "glorious moment" for the artists involved. The article also mentions that the exhibit will be open until July 1 and that it is a significant event for the local art community.

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper, specifically the Boston Daily Globe, dated June 10, 1948. The clipping features an article titled "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show." The article discusses an art exhibit that was mistakenly believed to be an Impressionist show. The exhibit is held at the Cambridge Museum and includes works by various artists, such as Karl Obertuffer, who won the First Jury Award, and other notable artists like Allen Critten, Diana Kanty, and Kenneth J. Conant. The article also mentions the involvement of several women artists and the presence of a sculpture by William Blake Purvis. The exhibit runs until July 7 and is open to the public.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, June 18, 1941, from the Cambridge Edition. The headline of the article is "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show".

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Headline:
    The main headline indicates that an art exhibit in Cambridge was mistakenly perceived as an Impressionist show.

  2. Photograph:

    • The article includes a photograph of three individuals.
    • On the left, a man is standing with a tie, wearing a light-colored suit, and appears to be holding a small object or award.
    • In the center, a woman is standing next to the man, wearing a dark outfit and a hat.
    • On the right, another woman is standing, also wearing a hat and a dark outfit.
    • The photograph suggests a formal or celebratory event, possibly related to an art award or exhibition.
  3. Caption/Article Text:

    • The article mentions Keil Oberkoeffer, who is described as the winner of the First Jury Award at the Centennial Art Exhibit in Cambridge.
    • Oberkoeffer is noted as an organizer of the exhibit, which is being held in the Germania Hall.
    • The article also references Miss Cornelia Randall, a committee member, and mentions Miss Mary B. Fowler and Miss Elizabeth Rand, who are also part of the organizing committee.
    • The exhibit features works by various artists, including Arthur Pope, John Singer Sargent, John Sloan, Arthur Dove, Arthur B. Carles, Charles Demuth, Arthur Dove, Arthur B. 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This is an image of a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe," dated Wednesday, June 18. The article is titled "CAMBRIDGE EDITION" and the headline reads "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show." It is a historical article, and judging by the style of the newspaper and the date mentioned, it appears to be from the year 1947. The article features a photograph related to an art exhibition and discusses an incident where the art exhibit was mistaken for an Impressionist art show. The newspaper clip shows signs of aging and has been preserved or archived, as indicated by the label and markings on the top left corner.

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This image features a vintage newspaper clipping dated June 19, 1948, from The Boston Daily Globe. The clipping is headed "CAMBRIDGE EDITION" and highlights an art exhibit held in the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The headline reads: "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show."

The article discusses the exhibit's reception, mentioning Karl Oberteuffer, who won the First Jury Award for his painting "Oval Table." It includes a black-and-white photo of Oberteuffer posing beside his winning piece, alongside two other individuals identified in the text as members of the Cambridge Historic Committee. The exhibit featured works mistaken for French impressionism, showcasing artistic diversity, including contemporary and historical styles.

Details within the article describe the selection of art pieces, the effort put into organizing the exhibit, standout works, and the exhibition layout. A small tag at the top labeled "Boston News Clip" provides the address for the clipping's source, with "Globe Boston, Mass." stamped below.

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A vintage collage of newspaper clippings mounted on a light gray background. At the top is a small clipping labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” dated 1948. Below it is a longer clipping from the Cambridge Edition of The Boston Daily Globe with the headline “Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show.” It features a black-and-white photo of several people standing and looking at a painting in a gallery. The paper is yellowed with age, and the text is printed in narrow columns typical of mid-20th century newspapers. The overall look is a mid-century news-clipping montage.

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This image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping from the Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, June 19, 1948. The clipping is under the "Cambridge Edition" and features the headline: "Art Exhibit Here Mistaken for Impressionist Show."

The clipping includes a photograph showing three people standing beside a painting titled "Oval Table." The caption identifies one of the individuals as Karl Oberteuffer, winner of the First Jury Award for the painting, and the two other people as Cambridge Historic committee members, Miss Mary B. Fowler and Miss Cornelia Randall. The exhibit is located in the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.

The article, authored by George McKinnon, discusses the Centennial Art Exhibition at the Germanic Museum. The paintings have been confused with those of French Impressionist masters but are meant as a tribute to Impressionists, showcasing the works of both young and women artists. It mentions various artists and artworks in the show, as well as the exhibit's open date until July 7. The article also highlights the diversity and quality of the collection, which includes oils, watercolors, pastels, and lithographs by Cambridge residents. It notes that Cambridge is noted for art as well as education and industry.