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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and a printed illustration mounted on a piece of paper. Here are the details:

  1. Illustration:

    • The central illustration is a portrait of a man named Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. The illustration is labeled with his name and includes a caption that reads: "Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Etching. Boughton, in the permanent collection of the Fogg Museum, Harvard University."
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • There are several newspaper clippings from the "Christian Science Monitor" in Boston, Massachusetts, dated from July to September 1947. These clippings are attached to the paper and have various dates and headlines.
    • The clippings are from a service called "Boston News Clip" located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
    • The dates of the clippings are as follows:
      • July 18, 1947
      • July 21, 1947
      • July 28, 1947
      • August 1, 1947
      • August 2, 1947
      • August 11, 1947
      • August 28, 1947
      • September 2, 1947
    • One clipping is from the "Evening Post" dated July 18, 1947.
  3. Content of Clippings:

    • The content of the clippings is not fully legible, but they seem to be related to news articles or announcements from the mentioned dates.
    • One visible headline reads: "Four fellow-travelers of the Musical World."
  4. Additional Notes:

    • There are handwritten annotations in blue ink on some of the clippings, indicating specific dates or references.
    • The clippings are arranged around the central illustration, with some overlapping the edges of the illustration.

This collection seems to be a compilation of news articles and an illustration related to Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, possibly for research or archival purposes.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Christian Science Monitor, specifically from Boston, Massachusetts. The clippings are dated from July to September 1947 and are labeled as "Boston News Clip" with the address 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.

Here are the details of each clipping:

  1. Top Left:

    • Date: July 18, 1947
    • Title: "Four full-page reproductions of drawings by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy."
    • Summary: The article mentions that the Museum of Fine Arts at Harvard University has reproductions of the late Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's drawings. It highlights that Mendelssohn's work, despite being lesser-known, is of high quality and compares it to other notable artists.
  2. Top Center:

    • Date: August 11, 1947
    • Image: A caricature drawing of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy.
    • Caption: "Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy" by Augustus Bartholdy, in the collection of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.
    • The caricature is labeled with the number 124E.
  3. Middle Left:

    • Date: July 21, 1947
    • This clipping includes a list of items, likely an exhibition or collection details from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, including the names of various artists and their works.
  4. Middle Center:

    • Date: August 4, 1947
    • Another clipping listing details from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.
  5. Middle Right:

    • Date: August 18, 1947
    • Another list of items from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.
  6. Bottom Left:

    • Date: August 11, 1947
    • This clipping seems to include a list of items, likely part of a catalog or collection details from the Fogg Museum.
  7. Bottom Center:

    • Date: August 25, 1947
    • Another list of items from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.
  8. Bottom Right:

    • Date: September 2, 1947
    • This clipping also includes a list of items from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.

The clippings seem to focus on the exhibition or collection of works related to Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy and other artists at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, during the summer of 1947. The central caricature drawing of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy is a notable feature.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various dates in 1947, all related to Boston and the Boston area. These clippings are from the Christian Science Monitor, and they are arranged on a single sheet of paper.

Here are the details of the clippings:

  1. Top Left (July 18, 1947):

    • The clipping is from the Evening Post.
    • It discusses four full-page reproductions of drawings by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, featuring his work in the Harvard Museum of Art.
  2. Center (August 1, 1947):

    • This clipping features a prominent illustration by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy.
    • The caption includes a description of the artwork, titled "Counterfeit, Pastel Museum Art," which is part of an exhibit at Harvard University.
  3. Bottom Left Clippings (Various Dates in August 1947):

    • The clippings from the Christian Science Monitor, dated August 4, August 11, August 18, and August 25, 1947.
    • Each contains news about exhibitions or events at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and other art-related happenings, including mentions of various art collections and the works of notable artists.

The clippings collectively cover art exhibitions, specific pieces by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, and possibly other significant art-related news and reviews from the Boston area during that period.

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The image displays a collection of news clippings and a drawing, all mounted on a piece of paper. The paper is yellowed, suggesting it has aged significantly. Here is a detailed description:

  1. Drawing:

    • Central to the layout is an illustration of a woman, likely a caricature, seated and possibly holding an object. The drawing is labeled "Felix Menodelsson-Bartholdy" and is signed "A. Barades" (the artist’s name, though hard to decipher exactly). The illustration comes from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University.
  2. News Clippings:

    • The clippings are from the "Evening Post" and "Boston News Clip."
    • The top left clip is from the "Evening Post," dated "JUL 18 1947," and mentions the Fogg Museum at Harvard and the exhibition of drawings, including the one by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy.
    • Several clippings are from the "Boston News Clip," all dated between July 21, 1947, and August 25, 1947. They reference the same exhibit at the Fogg Museum and include the “Christian Science Monitor” as the source. The clippings describe the collection of drawings, emphasizing the significance of the exhibited works and possibly providing context about the artists and pieces featured.
  3. Layout:

    • The items are arranged in a somewhat structured manner, with the drawing in the center and the clippings surrounding it. The clippings are not in a strict grid but are placed purposefully around the drawing to provide context and information about the image.

This assembly appears to be a curated collection, possibly for an article or a presentation on the art exhibit at the Fogg Museum, featuring notable drawings from the specified period.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and an illustration, all related to reviews and features on the ballet dancer and choreographer, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy.

  1. Top Left Clipping (Evening Post, New York, July 1, 1947):

    • This review criticizes the "Four Last Songs" ballet production. The writer expresses concern that the choreography and presentation of the ballet misrepresent the original musical work by Richard Strauss. It mentions that the ballet's interpretation is not in line with the composer's intent and that the overall production does not do justice to the music.
  2. Top Center Clipping (Boston News Clip, July 22, 1947):

    • This is a short notice or headline without much text, likely mentioning Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy.
  3. Center Illustration:

    • A caricature or portrait of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, drawn by Aubrey Beardsley, a well-known illustrator. The drawing is signed and dated, and it is part of the permanent collection of the Fine Arts Museum in San Francisco.
  4. Below Illustration (Boston News Clip, July 21, 1947):

    • This clipping features a review or article about Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's performance in Boston. It mentions various aspects of his work and possibly his reception by the audience and critics.
  5. Various Clippings from August 1947:

    • Left Column (Aug 1, 1947):
      • A review or article from the Christian Science Monitor discussing Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's work.
    • Middle Column (Aug 2, 1947):
      • Another review or article, possibly discussing a specific performance or a series of performances.
    • Right Column (Aug 1 and Aug 2, 1947):
      • More reviews or articles from the Christian Science Monitor, detailing different aspects of Bartholdy's performances and career.

Overall, the image provides a snapshot of critical reception and media coverage of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's ballet performances in mid-1947, with both positive and negative commentary.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Christian Science Monitor, dated between July 18, 1947, and August 25, 1947. These clippings are affixed to a larger sheet of paper and appear to be related to an exhibition at Harvard University's Fogg Museum of Art.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the clippings:

  1. Top Left (July 18, 1947, Evening Post, New York):

    • Describes four full-page reproductions of drawings by Edgar Degas at the Fogg Museum. It mentions that these are the first public display of the drawings in America and notes that Degas is known for his pastels rather than his drawings.
  2. Top Center (August 11, 1947):

    • Features a cartoon by Felix Menloessohn Bartholdy titled "Felix Menloessohn-Bartholdy by himself." The cartoon shows a whimsical self-portrait.
  3. Middle Left (July 21, 1947):

    • Mentions a show of Edgar Degas drawings at the Fogg Museum, emphasizing that these drawings are rarely seen outside of France.
  4. Middle Center (August 4, 1947):

    • Provides information about the exhibition of Degas drawings at Harvard University’s Fogg Museum, highlighting that the show includes around 100 drawings.
  5. Middle Right (August 18, 1947):

    • Discusses the same exhibition, noting that it features a significant number of Degas drawings and that the exhibit is part of a broader collection of works by Degas.
  6. Bottom Left (August 11, 1947):

    • Repeats information about the Degas drawings exhibition, emphasizing the rarity of seeing these pieces outside of France.
  7. Bottom Center (August 25, 1947):

    • Again mentions the Degas drawings exhibition at the Fogg Museum, reinforcing the uniqueness of this display in America.
  8. Bottom Right (September 2, 1947):

    • Not visible in detail, but appears to be another mention or continuation of the same exhibition theme.

Each clipping includes the header "Boston News Clip" and the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston & Mass," indicating the source of these clippings. The central theme of these clippings is the exhibition of Edgar Degas's drawings at Harvard's Fogg Museum in the summer of 1947.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings mounted on an orange-brown piece of paper or a folder. Each clipping is neatly labeled with a "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" header indicating the source as Christian Science Monitor from Boston, Massachusetts, along with respective dates ranging from July to September of 1947. One of the clippings features an illustration of a sitting figure with a caption and credit details, although the central part of the illustration is obscured by a blurred shape. The clippings appear to be articles or advertisements, possibly related to artistic or cultural events considering one references the "Fogg Museum, Harvard University." The paper shows signs of wear and tear, with ragged edges and slight creasing, indicating it may be of some age or has been handled frequently.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and an illustration. The clippings are from the Christian Science Monitor and Boston News Clip, dated between July 18, 1947, and August 25, 1947. The clippings cover various topics, including art exhibitions and historical events. The illustration is a black-and-white drawing of a man with a mustache and beard, wearing a suit and holding a book. The drawing is labeled "Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy," indicating that it is a depiction of the composer. The clippings and illustration are pasted on a brown paper sheet, which appears to be a scrapbook or collection of articles and images.

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The image shows a collection of paper clippings attached to a brown paper. The clippings are arranged in a grid pattern, with some overlapping. Each clipping has a different design, color, and text. The text on the clippings includes "Boston News Clip," "Christian Science Monitor," and "120 Tremont Street Boston, Mass." There is also a drawing of a man in a black suit with a white collar, sitting on a chair with a scroll in his hand.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings and an illustration, all mounted on a single sheet of paper. The sheet appears to be a scrapbook or archival document, likely used for organizing and preserving news articles and related materials. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content

  1. Top Left:

    • Newspaper Clipping:
      • Source: "Evening Post, New York, N.Y."
      • Date: "JUL 18 1947"
      • Content: The clipping discusses an art exhibition at Harvard University, mentioning a collection of drawings by Aubrey Beardsley. It highlights the significance of the collection and its display at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Top Right:

    • Newspaper Clipping:
      • Source: "Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass."
      • Date: "AUG 11 1947"
      • Content: This clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor and references the same exhibition at Harvard, focusing on the Beardsley drawings.
  3. Central Illustration:

    • Artwork:
      • Title: "FELIX MENDELESSOH BARTHOLDY"
      • Description: The illustration depicts a stylized, caricature-like portrait of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, a renowned composer. The figure is shown seated, holding a quill and a scroll, with a dramatic, exaggerated expression. The style suggests it is an artistic or satirical representation, possibly from a magazine or artistic publication.
  4. Bottom Left:

    • Newspaper Clipping:
      • Source: "Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass."
      • Date: "JUL 21 1947"
      • Content: Another clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, discussing the same Beardsley exhibition at Harvard.
  5. Bottom Center:

    • Newspaper Clipping:
      • Source: "Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass."
      • Date: "AUG 4 1947"
      • Content: This clipping also references the Beardsley exhibition at Harvard, providing additional details about the event.
  6. Bottom Right:

    • Newspaper Clipping:
      • Source: "Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass."
      • Date: "SEP 8 1947"
      • Content: Another clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, continuing to cover the Beardsley exhibition.

Additional Details

  • Mounting: The clippings and illustration are affixed to a single sheet of brown paper, likely for archival or organizational purposes. The sheet shows signs of age, with visible creases and a slightly worn appearance.
  • Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten annotations on the sheet, including dates and possibly notes about the content or context of the clippings.
  • Fogg Art Museum Mention: Several clippings reference the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, indicating that the primary focus of the collection is the Beardsley exhibition held there in 1947.

Overall Context

The sheet serves as a curated collection of news articles and an artistic illustration, centered around the Aubrey Beardsley exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum in 1947. The inclusion of multiple clippings from different dates suggests ongoing coverage and interest in the event. The illustration of Mendelssohn Bartholdy, while not directly related to the Beardsley exhibition, may have been included for thematic or artistic relevance, or as part of a broader collection of historical or cultural materials.

This document provides a historical snapshot of media coverage and public interest in art exhibitions during the mid-20th century.