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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803752

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This image displays an open book or scrapbook, showing two pages filled with newspaper clippings, likely from December 1946.

Overall Presentation:
The pages are yellowed with age, suggesting they are original or well-preserved historical documents. The clippings are pasted onto the pages, some overlapping, indicating a curated collection of articles.

Left Page:

  • The top of the page features two identical clippings labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from "150 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." One is from the "Christian Science Monitor" dated "DEC 27 1946," and the other is from the "Herald" dated "DEC 28 1946." Both are press release-style announcements from the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, concerning a new exhibition titled "French Graphic Art from Manus to Daumier," which opened on December 28, 1946.
  • Below these, there is a large, multi-column article titled "REGARDING ART" by Lawrence Dane. This article reviews the art scene in Boston for the past year, mentioning exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts, the St. Botolph Gallery, the Museum of Modern Art, and Copley Society. It also discusses the retirement of James S. Plaut and the founding of the Boston Art Club. At the bottom of this page, there is a smaller section titled "Old and Young," which mentions the passing of artist Arthur G. Goodwin and the upcoming exhibition of his work.
  • A handwritten note, "1287," is visible in pencil near the top right corner of the left page.

Right Page:

  • The main article, prominently displayed, is titled "Daumier Peak" with the sub-headline "Lithographs and Shown at Fogg". It is written by "Dorothy" (likely Dorothy C. Miller, an art critic and curator) and includes a small, dark, grainy photograph of a man, presumably Honoré Daumier, standing in a cluttered room. The text discusses the Fogg Museum's exhibition of Daumier's lithographs, praising his "supremely endowed" artistic talent, his political satire, and his influence despite being "a pictorial journalist" who didn't always achieve "brilliance or flexibility of contour." It also notes his work's connection to "the spirit of liberation" and "modern revolutions."
  • To the right of this article, a portion of another clipping is visible. The headline reads "Congress Plan to 1946", which appears to be about post-World War II economic planning. Further down, another article begins with the title "Foreign TVA's Export Potential".

Conclusion:
The scrapbook pages serve as a historical record of the Boston art world in late 1946, focusing heavily on the major exhibition of Honoré Daumier's work at Harvard's Fogg Museum. The collection includes press releases, critical reviews, and broader cultural commentary, offering a snapshot of the period's art discourse.

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The image appears to show a page from a book or a collection of clippings, likely from a newspaper or magazine. The page includes several newspaper articles and clippings with headlines, some of which are partially obscured. Here's a breakdown of what can be observed:

  1. Headings and Titles:

    • "Boston News Clip" is repeated in the top left corner, with a date of "Dec 27 1946."
    • "Herald" is also present with a date of "Dec 29 1946."
    • "Regarding Art" is the title of a longer article by Lawrence Dame, discussing various art exhibitions and events in Boston.
    • Another headline reads "Daumier Peak," referring to an exhibition of lithographs and drawings by Honoré Daumier.
    • "Paintings and Books" and "Old and Young" are also part of the article discussing art and its various forms.
  2. Articles:

    • The article by Lawrence Dame provides a detailed account of various art exhibitions and events happening in Boston.
    • It mentions specific artists such as Margaret Brown, Hopkins Hensel, and Howard Gibbs.
    • The article also discusses the Fogg Museum of Art and its exhibitions, as well as the Institute of Modern Art.
  3. Photographs and Clippings:

    • There are several black-and-white photographs, some of which seem to be related to the articles.
    • One photograph shows a group of people, possibly at an event or exhibition.
    • Another photograph is partly visible and appears to show a person, but the details are unclear.
  4. Additional Clippings:

    • There are several other clippings and parts of articles that are not fully visible, but they seem to be related to the theme of art and exhibitions.
    • Some of the clippings have handwritten notes or markings, suggesting they were collected for a specific purpose.

Overall, the page seems to be part of a collection of clippings related to art exhibitions and events in Boston during the late 1940s.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and articles pasted on it. The clippings are from different newspapers, as indicated by the labels at the top of each clipping, such as "Boston News Clip" from the Christian Science Monitor and the Herald. The clippings appear to be from December 1946.

On the left side of the page, there is a large clipping titled "Regarding Art" by Lawrence Dame, which discusses various art exhibitions and artists in Boston in 1946. It mentions events at the Fogg Museum of Art, the Stuart Gallery, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Institute of Modern Art. The article also touches on the art scene in Boston and the different styles and artists that were prominent at the time.

On the right side of the page, there are two smaller clippings. The top one is about "Daumier Lithographs and Drawings Shown at Fogg" and discusses an exhibition of works by Honoré Daumier at the Fogg Museum of Art. The bottom clipping is about a "Congress Plan to Speed Up Legislation in 1946" and discusses political plans in Washington.

The clippings are taped to the page with various pieces of tape, some of which have numbers written on them, possibly for cataloging or reference purposes. The overall appearance of the page suggests that it is part of a collection or archive of articles related to art and politics from late 1946.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles arranged on a page. The clippings are from different newspapers and cover various topics, including art exhibitions, political news, and international affairs.

The top left corner features a clipping from the "Boston News Clip" with the date "DEC 27 1946" and the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass." Below this clipping, there is another from the "Herald Boston, Mass." dated "DEC 29 1946." These clippings seem to be related to art exhibitions and events in Boston.

To the right of these clippings, there is an article titled "Daumier Lithographs and Drawings Shown at Fogg" by Dorothy, dated "Boston, Monday, December." This article discusses an exhibition of Daumier's lithographs and drawings at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

Below this article, there is another clipping titled "Congress Plans to Speed Up the Pace of Legislation in 1946." This clipping discusses the plans of the U.S. Congress to increase the speed of passing legislation in the coming year.

On the bottom left, there is a clipping titled "Regarding Art" by Lawrence Dame, which appears to be an opinion piece on the state of art in the post-war era. This article discusses the challenges and opportunities facing artists and art institutions in the aftermath of World War II.

Overall, the image presents a snapshot of the diverse topics covered by newspapers in the late 1940s, ranging from local art exhibitions to national and international political news.

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An open book with a green cover is placed on a white surface. The book has a few pages that are folded, and some are open. The pages have text and images. The first page has the text "Regarding Art" and "By Lawrence Dame." The next page has the text "Daumier Peak." The next page has the text "Congress Plan to 1946." The next page has the text "Foreign TVA's Export Potential." The next page has the text "Boston News Clip."

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook containing newspaper clippings from the Boston News Clip, dated December 27, 1946, and published by the Boston Science Monitor in Boston, Massachusetts. The clippings are neatly arranged and appear to be part of a curated collection, likely for historical or archival purposes.

Key Details:

  1. Layout:

    • The book is open to two pages, displaying multiple newspaper clippings.
    • The clippings are organized in a grid-like format, with text and images from various articles.
  2. Headlines and Content:

    • Top Left Clipping:
      • Headline: "Regarding Art"
      • Byline: Lawrence Daumier
      • Content: Discusses art exhibitions, local talent, and the evolution of art in Boston. Mentions the Museum of Fine Arts, artists like Margaret Brown, and the influence of European art movements.
    • Top Right Clipping:
      • Headline: "Daumier: Peak"
      • Subheadline: "Lithographs and Drawings Shown at Fogg"
      • Content: Focuses on an exhibition of Daumier's lithographs and drawings at the Fogg Museum of Art. Highlights Daumier's artistic legacy, his social commentary, and the impact of his work.
    • Bottom Right Clipping:
      • Headline: "Congress Plan to 1946"
      • Content: Discusses political matters, specifically a plan by Congress for 1946. Mentions debates and proposals, including a resolution by Chairman Claire Engle to support the United Nations.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • The clippings include small photographs or illustrations, such as one depicting Daumier’s work in the "Daumier: Peak" article.
    • The text is typeset in a classic newspaper style, with columns and clear headings.
  4. Annotations:

    • There are handwritten markings on the pages, such as the number "1285" in the top left clipping, possibly for cataloging or reference purposes.
    • The book itself has a spine labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and includes additional metadata like the address (120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.) and the date (DEC 27, 1946).
  5. Context:

    • The clippings reflect mid-20th-century American culture, focusing on art, politics, and social issues.
    • The inclusion of Daumier’s work suggests an interest in European art and its influence on American art scenes.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a well-organized collection of historical newspaper clippings, likely used for research, archival purposes, or personal interest in Boston’s cultural and political landscape in 1946. The neat arrangement and annotations indicate careful curation and preservation.

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This is a photograph of an open scrapbook or compilation of newspaper clippings from different sources. On the left page, there's a label at the top stating "BOSTON NEWS CLIP 120 Tremont Street Boston 9, Mass." which suggests the collection was facilitated by an organization that compiled news articles for reference or archival purposes. Directly below, there's a clipping from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated December 2, 1946, titled "REGARDING ART" by LAWRENCE B. Gotkin. The clipping is partial, so the full content isn't visible.

The right page contains several clippings that appear to be related to art and culture. Two main articles are visible; the one on the left side of this page is titled "Daumier Lithographs and Drawings Shown at Fogg," referencing an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum. This clipping has a noticeable brown aging stain and some parts of the text are obscured by what appears to be an old piece of adhesive tape. The clipping on the right side is titled "Congress Plan to Continue TVA," but the details are not completely visible and it's unclear how this relates to the rest of the page's content.

The edges of the newspaper clippings show discoloration, suggesting the paper has aged over the years. The background shows the edges of the book or folder where these clippings are pasted, indicating that this is a physical collection, likely of some historical value, given the dates mentioned. The practice of clipping and preserving newspaper articles was common before the digital age for keeping records of events, interests, or research topics.

The visible information points to a period directly post-World War II, with cultural concerns such as art exhibitions and national topics like the Tennessee Valley Authority's (TVA) plans being discussed.

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The image shows a scrapbook or journal page with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings primarily discuss art exhibitions and reviews. Some of the headlines visible include:

  • "Regarding Art" by Lawrence Cale, discussing the art scene in Boston, mentioning the Museum of Fine Arts and various artists and exhibitions.
  • A clipping about "Daumier Lithographs" shown at the Fogg Museum.
  • There are two small printed labels from "Boston News Clip" dated December 27 and December 29, 1946, from two different Boston newspapers: the Christian Science Monitor and the Herald.
  • Another partially visible article mentions "Congress Plan to 1946."
  • A photo in one clipping shows an art piece or exhibit identified as "Peak."

The newspaper clippings appear to be from the mid-1940s and focus on art, exhibitions, and cultural events in Boston. The page is well-organized with the clippings neatly arranged and adhered with tape.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing several cut-out newspaper clippings that have been glued or taped onto the page. The clippings are primarily about art and events from December 1946, as evidenced by the dates. There are headlines such as "Regarding Art" and "Daumier Peak: Lithographs and Drawings Shown at Fogg." The clippings include columns of printed text and a small black-and-white image accompanying one of the articles. Two of the clippings have labels at the top, "Boston News Clip," indicating the source as the Boston Herald and the Christian Science Monitor. Yellowed tape secures some of the clippings, consistent with a vintage or archival appearance.

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A page from a scrapbook or photo album. The page is light-colored paper in a green-bound book, with several vintage newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are yellowed with age and arranged in a collage, some overlapping.

  • On the left, there are small “Boston News Clip” fragments from Boston, Mass., with dates from the 1940s.
  • In the middle-left there is a larger article titled “REGARDING ART” by someone named Lawrence, with subheads like “Old and Young” and “Paintings and Books.”
  • On the right side, a larger clipping features a headline that looks like “Daumier” (about lithographs) and includes a photo of people at an exhibition. The header lines mention Boston and a December date.

Overall, it’s a vintage article collage focused on art and exhibitions, pasted into a scrapbook.