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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 containing newspaper clippings from the year 1947. The clippings are primarily from the "New York Times" and "Boston News Clip." Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Boston News Clip):

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: March 1, 1947.
    • Content: This clipping is about an art exhibit at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, running through March 15.
  2. Middle Left Clipping (New York Times):

    • Date: March 2, 1947.
    • Title: "Gallery Displays Early German Art."
    • Content: This article discusses a loan exhibition of 22 paintings from the fifteenth century offered at Durand-Ruel's. It highlights the significance of these paintings and mentions specific artists and works, including "The Flagellation" by Friedrich Herlin and a painting by Hans Pleydenwurff. The article emphasizes the rarity and historical importance of these German paintings.
  3. Right Clipping (New York Times):

    • Date: March 2, 1947.
    • Title: "Gallery Displays Early German Art."
    • Content: This article is a continuation or a similar piece to the middle left clipping, providing further details about the exhibition at Durand-Ruel's. It discusses the historical context and artistic significance of the paintings, mentioning works like "The Nativity" by Friedrich Herlin and "Christ in Limbo" by Johann Koerbecke. The article also compares these German paintings to Italian art of the same period.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Boston News Clip):

    • Source: Tribune, Cambridge, Mass.
    • Date: March 2, 1947.
    • Title: "'Cleansing of Temple' Loaned to Toledo."
    • Content: This clipping reports that "The Cleansing of the Temple" by El Greco, previously on display at the Fogg Museum, has been loaned to the Toledo Museum of Art. It mentions that the painting will be part of an exhibition of El Greco's works and will be displayed in the permanent galleries after the exhibition.

The clippings are neatly arranged on the page, with some handwritten annotations and dates, indicating that they were collected and preserved for their historical or artistic significance.

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The image is a page from a newspaper clipping featuring articles from the Boston News Clip dated March 1, 1947. The page is divided into three main sections:

  1. Top Section (NY Times):

    • The article, titled "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART," is by Edward Alden Jewell. It discusses a loan exhibition of 22 paintings of the fifteenth century offered at Dürracher. The exhibit features works from various artists, including Albrecht Dürer, and highlights the intricate and detailed artistry of the period. It mentions that the paintings are on loan from the Frick Collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and will be displayed from March 11 to March 29.
  2. Middle Section (Boston News Clip):

    • This section includes another article, "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART" from the same collection, emphasizing the same exhibition. The article also points out the significance of Dürer's work and the variety of styles and techniques in the paintings.
  3. Bottom Section (Tribune):

    • The bottom part of the page features a smaller article from the Cambridge Tribune. It mentions a loan of the painting "Cleansing of the Temple" to Toledo, Ohio. This painting by El Greco is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection and will be on display until after the exhibition closes in April. The article highlights the significance of this artwork and its loan to Toledo.

The articles collectively celebrate the art historical and cultural value of early German paintings and El Greco’s work, drawing attention to the rich heritage and artistic achievements of these periods.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album that contains two newspaper clippings, both dated March 1, 1947. The clippings are from different newspapers, with one from the Christian Science Monitor and the other from an unidentified source, possibly the New York Times, based on the heading.

  1. The clipping on the left is from the Christian Science Monitor, titled "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART." The article, written by Edward Alden Jewell, discusses a loan exhibition of 22 paintings of the fifteenth century at the Dürsteler's gallery. The article describes the significance of the exhibition, highlighting the importance of early German paintings and the unique aspects of the artworks on display. It mentions specific artists like Martin Schongauer and Michael Wolgemut, and provides context about the historical and artistic value of the pieces.

  2. The clipping on the right, possibly from the New York Times, also features an article by Edward Alden Jewell with the same title, "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART." The content appears to be similar to the article in the Christian Science Monitor, focusing on the same exhibition at Dürsteler's gallery, with detailed commentary on the artworks and their artistic significance.

Both clippings are carefully pasted onto the page, which also includes some handwritten notes and dates, possibly indicating when the clippings were collected or the relevance of the information. The page is part of a larger collection, as indicated by the "NY Times" and "Boston News Clip" labels at the top, suggesting that the collector was gathering news from various sources.

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The image displays three newspaper clippings from different publications dated around March 1947. Here's a detailed summary of each:

1. Boston News Clip (Boston, Mass.)

Title: Christian Science Monitor
Date: March 10, 1947
Event: An exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art titled "Harvard Summons Exhibition" running from March through March 16.

2. New York Times (NY Times)

Title: Gallery Displays Early German Art
Date: March 1, 1947
Author: Edward Alden Jewell
Event: An exhibition of 22 paintings from the 15th century, loaned by the Duchy of Liechtenstein and displayed at the Duveen Gallery.

Details:

  • The article highlights several important pieces from the exhibition, including works attributed to notable artists like the Master of the Polling Panels, Hans Pleydenwurff, and the Master of the St. Bartholomew Altar.
  • It mentions the rarity of early German paintings in America, with most pieces being in European collections.
  • Specific artworks such as "The Nativity" by Friedrich Herlin and "Annumciation" by Johann Koerbecke are discussed.
  • The article emphasizes the importance of the exhibition for art historians and the general public, providing a rare glimpse into the early German art scene.

3. Boston News Clip (Boston, Mass.)

Title: "Cleansing Of Temple" Loaned To Toledo
Date: March 1, 1947
Event: The loan of a painting titled "Cleansing of the Temple" to the Toledo Museum of Art.

Details:

  • The painting "Cleansing of the Temple" by an unidentified artist is being loaned to the Toledo Museum of Art from the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard.
  • The exhibition at Toledo will include other outstanding works, including those by El Greco.
  • The article explains that the painting will be part of an exhibit showcasing the best European religious art, with a focus on introducing masterpieces and their details to the public.
  • After the exhibition at Toledo, the painting will return to the Fogg Museum, but it will be displayed permanently in the European galleries of the Toledo Museum of Art.

Overall, these clippings highlight significant art exhibitions and loans of important historical artworks in early 1947.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the Boston News Clip from 1947. The page contains two main articles:

  1. Headline: "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART"

    • Author: Edward Alden Jewell
    • Date: March 12, 1947
    • Location: The exhibition is at the Durichser Gallery on East Fifty-seventh Street.
    • Details: This article discusses a loan exhibition of 22 fifteenth-century German paintings. The exhibition includes works by artists such as "The Master of the Flechsig Altarpiece," Conrad von Soest, and others. The paintings are noted for their lavishness and detail, depicting religious scenes with intricate craftsmanship. The article highlights the unique style and beauty of these early German artworks, which were transported from various museums and collections in the United States.
  2. Headline: "CLEANSING OF TEMPLE" LOANED TO TOLEDO

    • Date: March 1, 1947
    • Location: Cambridge, Mass.
    • Details: This article mentions the loan of El Greco’s "The Cleansing of the Temple" to the Toledo Museum of Art. The painting was previously on display at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The loan is part of a larger exhibition of El Greco's works, including photographs and details of his famous collection. The painting will be part of an exhibition that opens in April, and the article notes the significance of El Greco's works in American collections.

The page also includes a small note indicating the address of the Boston News Clip, which is 180 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass. The articles are accompanied by a brief note about the Harvard Art Museums, which are offering an exhibition of early German art through March 15, 1947.

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The image contains newspaper clippings from 1947 related to art exhibitions in Boston, Massachusetts. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Boston News Clip):

    • Title: "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART"
    • Date: March 10, 1947
    • Location: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Details: This clipping mentions an exhibition of 22 paintings from the fifteenth century at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, running through March 16. The exhibition is a loan from the Metropolitan Museum in New York.
  2. Top Right Clipping (New York Times):

    • Title: "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART"
    • Date: March 12, 1947
    • Author: Edward Alden Jewell
    • Details: This article discusses a loan exhibition of 22 fifteenth-century German paintings at the Durichler Gallery. It highlights the significance of the works, focusing on the religious themes and the historical context of German art. The paintings are noted for their intricate detail and spiritual depth, including works by Johann Koerbetz and Friedrich Herlin. The exhibition aims to showcase the beauty and religious fervor of the period.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (Boston News Clip):

    • Title: "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART"
    • Date: March 14, 1947
    • Location: Tribune, Cambridge, Mass.
    • Details: This is a brief mention of the same exhibition of early German art at the Durichler Gallery.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping (Boston News Clip):

    • Title: "Cleansing Of Temple" Loaned To Toledo
    • Date: March 14, 1947
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Details: This clipping discusses the loan of "The Cleansing of the Temple" by El Greco to the Toledo Museum of Art. The work is noted to be one of El Greco's most outstanding pieces and will be displayed in Toledo from April 12 until the end of the exhibition. The clipping also mentions that this painting will be returned to the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge after the exhibition.

The clippings collectively highlight the cultural significance of these art exhibitions, emphasizing the historical and religious themes of the works being displayed.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions. There are three clippings:

  1. Top left: Titled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from "The Christian Science Monitor – Boston, Mass." and dated MAR 1 1947. The visible text beneath the heading is not very legible due to the angle and overlapping of another article.

  2. Top right and center: A larger article with the headline "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART." It is about a loan exhibition of 22 paintings from the fifteenth century offered at Durchar's. This article is by Edward Alden Jewell, as indicated at the beginning. There is a detailed description of the German paintings, their features, and the gallery's display. The clipping includes columns of text that provide a narrative about the exhibit and discuss specifics such as the stylistic characteristics of the German art.

  3. Bottom right: Another "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with the title "Cleansing Of Temple" Loaned To Toledo." The date on this article is MAR 14 1947. This clipping references an exhibition of El Greco's "The Cleansing of the Temple," which has been loaned to the Toledo Museum of Art. It mentions that the exhibition will remain until after the close of the museum on April 13.

The clippings are carefully placed on the page, with the larger article dominating the center. The yellowish tone of the paper and the typographical style suggest that these clippings are of a historical nature, and the method of placement indicates they are likely preserved for their relevance to art history or personal significance.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions. The clippings cover two main topics:

  1. An exhibition of early German art at the Durlacher Gallery:
  • The headline reads "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART," with subhead "Loan Exhibition of 22 Paintings of the Fifteenth Century is Offered at Durlacher's."
  • The article, by Edward Alden Jewell, discusses a highly interesting loan exhibition of fifteenth-century German paintings.
  • It mentions specific paintings, such as Johann Koerbecke's "Annunciation" and others depicting figures like St. Christopher, Christ Child, St. George, and "Fall of Man."
  • The exhibition is noted for its wide-eyed lavishness, detailed realism, and careful presentation.
  • Several institutions are listed among the lenders, including the Metropolitan Museum, the Chicago Art Institute, the Fogg Museum at Harvard, the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Philadelphia Museum, and more.
  • The exhibition runs through March 29, 1947.
  1. Another clipping details a loan of El Greco's "Cleansing of the Temple" painting to the Toledo Museum of Art:
  • The headline reads "'Cleansing Of Temple' Loaned To Toledo."
  • It provides information about the painting being loaned from the Fogg Museum of Art to Toledo.
  • The painting is part of the Arthur Sachs Collection and is well known in Cambridge for its exhibition at the Fogg Museum.
  • The article mentions that the exhibition will feature other works by El Greco and that the painting will return to the Fogg Museum after the exhibit closes on April 13.

At the top of the page are labels from the Boston News Clip and the Christian Science Monitor with dates of March 10, 1947, and March 12, 1947, and a smaller clipping from the Tribune of Cambridge, Mass., dated March 14, 1947.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine with several clippings and articles. The top left corner has a clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated March 1, 1947, with an address of 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass. The main article on the page is titled "Gallery Displays Early German Art" by Edward Alden Jewell. It discusses a loan exhibition of 22 paintings of 15th-century German art offered at the Duhring Gallery. The article describes the paintings and their themes, noting the Gothic style and the influence of Italian Renaissance art. The bottom right corner has another clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated March 1, 1947, with an address of 191 Tremont Street, Boston 4, Mass. It is about the "Cleansing of the Temple" exhibition loaned to Toledo, featuring works from the Fogg Museum of Art.

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The image shows an open book or document containing two newspaper clippings from the Boston News Clip. The clippings are dated March 10, 1947, and March 14, 1947, respectively, and are sourced from the Christian Science Monitor and the Tribune of Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Left Page (March 10, 1947):

  • Headline: "GALLERY DISPLAYS EARLY GERMAN ART"
  • Subheadline: "Loan Exhibition of 22 Paintings of the Fifteenth Century Offered at Dulacher's"
  • Byline: By Edward Alden Jewell
  • Content:
    The article discusses an important exhibition of early German paintings from the Fifteenth Century, held at the Dulacher Gallery in New York. It highlights 22 paintings, including works by notable artists such as Johann Koerbecke, Hans Memling, and Friedrich the Younger. The exhibition features themes such as the Nativity, the Adoration of the Magi, and other religious and secular subjects. The article emphasizes the historical and artistic significance of these works, noting their intricate details, vivid colors, and narrative depth. It also mentions that the exhibition is part of a larger loan program and includes a variety of German artists from the 15th century.

Right Page (March 14, 1947):

  • Headline: "Cleansing Of Temple" Loaned To Toledo"
  • Content:
    This article discusses the loan of the painting "The Cleansing of the Temple" by El Greco to the Toledo Museum of Art in Ohio. The painting, part of the collection of the Edward C. Kennedy Library at Cambridge, is described as a significant work that will be displayed alongside other works by El Greco. The article notes that the painting will be part of a special exhibition at the Toledo Museum and highlights its historical and artistic importance. It also mentions that the painting will be on loan for a limited time and will later return to the Kennedy Library.

Additional Details:

  • Handwritten Note:
    In the bottom right corner of the right page, there is a handwritten note that reads "126F", likely a reference or catalog number.
  • Layout:
    The pages are formatted in a classic newspaper style, with columns of text and clear headlines. The articles are well-organized, with bylines, dates, and sources clearly indicated.
  • Context:
    The clippings provide insight into art exhibitions and loans from the mid-20th century, showcasing the cultural and artistic events of the time.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment in art curation, highlighting significant exhibitions and loans of important artworks, including early German paintings and a masterpiece by El Greco. The clippings serve as a record of cultural events and the appreciation of art during the 1940s.