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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a collection of historical newspaper clippings or articles related to art exhibitions, specifically focused on the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The clippings are dated December 1946 and are from the "Christian Science Monitor," a newspaper based in Boston, Massachusetts. The articles mention various exhibitions and events, including:

  1. An exhibition of English art with selections of Wedgwood Ware, Greek vases, and French graphic art at the Fogg Museum.
  2. A news item about a tea event organized in honor of the artist Edson Motta, discussing his paintings and portraits of educators at Harvard University.
  3. Another article about lithographs by Honoré Daumier on display at the Fogg Museum.
  4. A mention of an event related to the Pan American Society of New England, which included Edson Motta's paintings.

The page is quite aged, with some staining and discoloration, indicating that it is likely from a collection of historical materials. The clippings are neatly arranged, with labels and stamps indicating the source and date of each article.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a document collection with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are from the "Christian Science Monitor" and the "Herald," both from Boston, Massachusetts, and dated from December 1946.

  1. The top left clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated December 16, 1946. It mentions an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, featuring various artworks such as English Art, Wedgwood Ware, Greek vases, French Graphic Art, and others.

  2. The middle clipping is from the "Herald," dated December 17, 1946. It discusses the wide interest shown in paintings by Edson Motta of Brazil, currently on view at the quarters of the Pan American Society of New England. It also mentions a tea event to honor the artist and Mrs. Motta, with various guests expected to attend.

  3. The bottom right clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated December 20, 1946. It talks about an exhibition of lithographs by Daumier at the Fogg Museum, describing the artist's style and the themes of the lithographs.

The page is labeled with "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" at the top of each clipping, and the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." is mentioned. The scrapbook page appears to be part of a larger collection, as there are other pages visible in the background.

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This image displays an open scrapbook page, likely from a collection maintained by the Christian Science Monitor, as indicated by multiple pre-printed "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" labels pasted onto the page.

The page is beige or off-white, with aged paper clippings meticulously mounted using glue or adhesive. The clippings are primarily newspaper articles from December 1946, concerning art exhibitions in the Boston/Cambridge area.

Here is a detailed description of the visible content:

1. Pre-printed Labels (Header/Source Tags):
Four identical labels are affixed to the page:

  • "BOSTON NEWS CLIP"
  • Address: 180 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
  • Source: Christian Science Monitor
  • Each has a typed or stamped date below:
    • DEC 16 1946
    • DEC 17 1946
    • DEC 20 1946
    • DEC 23 1946

2. Newspaper Clippings:

  • Clipping dated DEC 16 1946 (top left):
    A very small, partially legible snippet mentions an exhibition at the "Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University" featuring "a selection of Wedgwood ware," including "Good vases on loan," and "French Gravure Art." Dates mentioned are “Through Jan. 12” and “Daily Chinese jades.” (The year is likely 1947, following the December 1946 clipping date).

  • Clipping dated DEC 17 1946 (center left):
    Headline: “Wide Interest Shown In Motta Paintings”.
    This article reports on an exhibition of paintings by Edson Motta of Brazil, held at the "American Society of New England, 95 Newbury street." It details a tea event to honor the artist and Mrs. Motta, attended by Boston society figures, university professors, and Pan American Society members.

  • Clipping dated DEC 20 1946 (center right):
    Headline: “Lithographs by Daumier Shown at the Fogg Museum”.
    Part of a larger column from the Boston News-Telegraph with headline: “Art—Music—Theater — Art on Exhibition in Cambridge”.
    Dated “BOSTON, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1946.”
    The article announces the exhibition of lithographs by the French artist Honoré Daumier at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The curator, A. Hyatt Mayor, is mentioned as having arranged the show. A small handwritten notation “125F” appears near the top right.

  • Clipping dated DEC 23 1946 (bottom center):
    This is a duplicate of the small Dec 16 clipping regarding the Fogg Museum’s Wedgwood and Chinese jade exhibition. It may be a backup or duplicate clip preserved for the collection.

3. Scrapbook Structure:
The page belongs to a thick, bound scrapbook. The left edge reveals the green fabric binding and numerous other pages, indicating this is part of a substantial archive. The clippings are arranged non-overlapping, suggesting careful curation. The paper shows signs of aging, consistent with mid-20th century archival materials.


Summary:

This is a meticulously preserved scrapbook page from the Christian Science Monitor, documenting local art events in Boston and Cambridge in December 1946. It features exhibitions of Brazilian paintings by Edson Motta and French lithographs by Honoré Daumier, along with references to other decorative arts at Harvard’s Fogg Museum. The page serves as a historical archive of cultural life in the Boston area, organized chronologically with source citations and dated labels for record-keeping.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, which appears to be a clipping collection. The page is filled with various news articles, some of which are cut and pasted onto the page. The articles are from different sources, including the Boston News Clip, Herald Boston, and the Christian Science Monitor. The articles cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, scientific discoveries, and political events. The page is dated December 16, 1946, and has a green border around it.

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The image is of a book opened to a page that contains several newspaper clippings. The clippings are arranged in a haphazard manner, with some overlapping and others placed at an angle. The clippings appear to be from different sources, including "Boston News Clip" and "Christian Science Monitor." The text on the clippings is in black ink and appears to be about an exhibition of paintings at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The clippings are dated between December 6, 1946, and December 9, 1946. The book appears to be a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely preserved within a scrapbook or archive. The pages shown are from the Boston News Clip and the Christian Science Monitor, both dated December 1946. The articles are typed or printed on aged paper, giving them a historical and archival appearance.

Key Details:

  1. Newspaper Titles and Dates:

    • The top left page is from the Boston News Clip, dated December 16, 1946.
    • The bottom left page is also from the Boston News Clip, dated December 17, 1946.
    • The right page is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated December 23, 1946.
  2. Content of the Articles:

    • Left Top Page (December 16, 1946):

      • The headline reads: "Wide Interest Shown in Mott Paintings".
      • The article discusses an exhibition of paintings by Mott, likely referring to an artist named Mott. It mentions that the exhibition is being held at the New England Art Museum and includes details about the event, such as the time (12:30 p.m.) and the presence of notable individuals, including Miss Agnes Morgan, Mrs. Walter Bradley, and others.
      • The article also notes that the exhibition is part of a larger event organized by the New England Art Society.
    • Left Bottom Page (December 17, 1946):

      • This page appears to be a continuation or related article, though the headline is not fully visible. It seems to provide additional context or details about the same event or related topics.
    • Right Page (December 23, 1946):

      • The headline reads: "‘18 Art on Exhibition in Cambridge".
      • This article discusses an art exhibition in Cambridge, likely at the Fogg Museum, featuring lithographs by Daumier. The text mentions that the exhibition includes works from the Art-Music-Theater collection and highlights the historical significance of Daumier's lithographs.
  3. Visual Layout:

    • The pages are neatly arranged, with visible page numbers and dates.
    • The text is typed or printed in a formal, newspaper-style layout, with columns and clear headings.
    • The paper has a slightly yellowed or aged appearance, consistent with historical documents from the mid-20th century.
  4. Archival Context:

    • The clippings are likely part of a curated collection, possibly for research, historical documentation, or personal interest. The inclusion of multiple articles from different dates suggests a focus on art exhibitions and cultural events in Boston and Cambridge during December 1946.

Summary:

The image shows a set of newspaper clippings from December 1946, focusing on art exhibitions in Boston and Cambridge. The articles highlight events such as an exhibition of paintings by Mott at the New England Art Museum and a Daumier lithograph exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The documents are preserved in a scrapbook or archive format, reflecting their historical and cultural significance.

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This image shows a page of a scrapbook or an album where various newspaper clippings have been pasted. The clippings appear to be from the "Boston News Clip" service, a now-defunct service that used to provide copies of newspaper articles from various publications, such as the "Christian Science Monitor," which is specifically mentioned at the top of one of the clippings. The dates on the clippings are from December 1946.

The articles pertain to cultural events, with headlines mentioning an art exhibition in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It seems these clippings have been collected because they share a common theme or are related to a specific event of interest to the collector. The physical condition of the paper indicates some aging, as the pages have yellowed over time. The clippings are neatly organized and the text is legible, although the full content of the articles is not fully visible in the image.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings attached to it. The clippings are mostly from Boston news sources, such as the Christian Science Monitor and the Herald, dated in December 1946. The articles mostly pertain to exhibitions at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, including one titled "Art on Exhibition in Cambridge" mentioning lithographs by Daumier shown at the museum. Another clipping talks about interest in Motta paintings and a social event honoring the artist. The clippings are variously cut and pasted on the page, some with stamps indicating the date they were clipped. There is also some handwriting and markings on the page, such as a blue vertical line near the middle. The paper shows some age with discoloration and wear.

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A scrapbook page filled with vintage newspaper clippings. The page has a cream/sepia background with several narrow, black-and-white clips pasted in a collage. Many of the pieces are labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” with a Tremont Street address (Boston, Mass.) and date stamps from the mid-20th century (one shows December 17, 1946). There’s a large vertical clipping on the right featuring a bold headline about art—likely an exhibition or show in Cambridge—with a blue curved mark running along its side. The overall look is aged, with multiple tiny articles and notices arranged like a mini montage about art and museums in the Boston area.

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This image shows an open scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings. Each clipping is neatly affixed to the page, with small labels or stamps marking the originating newspaper and dates of publication. The labels read "Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass," specifying the source as the Christian Science Monitor or the Herald. The stamps note dates such as December 16, 1946, December 17, 1946, and December 23, 1946.

The articles discuss topics related to art exhibitions, such as works shown at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. Text annotations and carefully placed blue pencil marks appear, likely emphasizing portions of interest. The composition of the page reflects a historical effort to collect and preserve noteworthy events related to the arts and culture of the mid-20th century.