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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

ARCH.2003.30, Rendition: 802629

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This image displays a single, aged, light-brown paper page, appearing to be a clipping or archive sheet from March 1948. It is formatted like a scrapbook or research file, with three separate newspaper clippings from The Christian Science Monitor mounted on it.

The overall document has two binder holes punched along its left edge. The page itself shows signs of age, being yellowed and slightly curled at the edges.


Top Section:

  • Clippings: Three identical “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” labels are affixed to the page, each stating:
    • “120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.”
    • “Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.”
    • Each is dated: MAR 1 1948, MAR 7 1948, and MAR 8 1948 respectively.
  • Attached Notes:
    • Beneath the first clipping, there is a short handwritten note on a small piece of paper.
    • Below the second clipping, another small typed note reads: “The Fogg Museum is showing water colors and drawings from the collection of John S. Newberry, Jr.”

Main Article (Bottom Section):

The largest and most prominent part of the page is a full newspaper article from The Christian Science Monitor, dated MAR 1 1948. It is from the “Art—Music—Theater” section.

  • Headline: “Art in Cambridge and Boston—Newberry Collection at Fogg; Arthur Goodwin’s Paintings”
  • Author: By Dorothy Adlow
  • Content: The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard, focusing on the collection of John S. Newberry, Jr., which includes watercolors and drawings. It highlights various artists in the collection, such as Paul J. Sachs, Auguste Démier, and others. It specifically mentions “Double Portrait of a Man” by Degas, which is illustrated in the article.
  • Illustration: To the right of the text is a black-and-white reproduction of the artwork mentioned — “Double Portrait of a Man” by Degas. It depicts a sketchy, double-image portrait of a man’s head and shoulders. Below the illustration, a caption reads: “‘Double Portrait of a Man,’ by Degas, in the Newberry Collection exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.” The artist's signature, “Degas,” is visible in the lower right corner of the image.

Handwritten Annotation:

Above the main article headline, someone has handwritten the number “127” in red ink. This is likely a reference or catalog number assigned by the person who compiled this clipping.


Summary:

This is an archival clipping from 1948 documenting an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, with a focus on the Newberry Collection. It contains newspaper clippings, handwritten notes, and a printed illustration of a Degas drawing. The entire page serves as a record or file for a specific article of interest.

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This image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to art, specifically focusing on exhibitions and collections at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The clippings and articles are from the Christian Science Monitor and the Boston Herald, dated March 1, 7, and 8, 1948.

The main article, titled "Art in Cambridge and Boston: Newberry Collection at Fogg; Arthur Goodwin's Paintings," discusses the art exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, featuring works from the Newberry Collection and paintings by Arthur Goodwin. The article includes a sketch or illustration of a double portrait of two men by Edgar Degas, which is part of the Newberry Collection exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.

The newspaper clippings are attached to a piece of paper, possibly for organization or reference purposes. The paper has an orange hue, which may indicate age and wear. The overall content of the image highlights the cultural and artistic significance of the exhibitions during that time.

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This image is a scanned or photographed document that appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions in Cambridge and Boston. The document is mounted on a beige or light brown background, possibly a folder or a scrapbook page, and has two holes punched on the left side for binding.

The clippings are from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated March 1, 1948, and another clipping from the "Herald," dated March 7, 1948. The main article is titled "Art in Cambridge and Boston—Newberry Collection at Fogg; Arthur Goodwin's Paintings," written by Dorothy Adlow. It discusses an exhibition of drawings and watercolors from the collection of John S. Newberry, Jr., at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge.

The article mentions various artists and their works, including Edgar Degas, with a specific reference to a drawing titled "Double Portrait of a Man." There is an illustration accompanying the article, which appears to be a reproduction of the Degas drawing mentioned in the text.

The clippings are labeled with "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." The document also includes a handwritten note in red ink with the number "128F." The overall condition of the document suggests it is from the 1940s, with a slightly aged appearance.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, all related to the art world, particularly focusing on the Newbury Collection at Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are from the Boston News Clip and Christian Science Monitor, dated around March 1948. The clippings feature articles about the exhibition of Arthur Goodwin's paintings from the Newbury Collection at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing the collection of John Newberry. The articles discuss the quality and historical significance of the artworks, including drawings and watercolors, and the unique artistic techniques employed by Goodwin. The image also includes a sketch of two men, possibly related to the exhibition or the collection.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper with some text and a drawing. The page is brown, and the text is black. The newspaper is titled "Boston News Clip" and "Christian Science Monitor." The text is about the Newbery Collection at the Fogg Museum, which includes Arthur Goodwin's paintings. The drawing shows two men, one of whom is wearing a suit and tie. The drawing is titled "Double Portrait of a Man" by Degas.

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The image shows a news clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated March 1, 1948, and archived at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass. The clipping is titled "Art in Cambridge and Boston" and focuses on an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, featuring the Newberry Collection and Arthur Goodwin's Paintings.

Key Details from the Clipping:

  1. Exhibition Overview:

    • The article discusses an exhibition showcasing works from the Newberry Collection and Arthur Goodwin's paintings at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.
    • The Newberry Collection includes drawings and watercolors by John S. Newberry, a former student of Arthur Goodwin.
  2. Arthur Goodwin:

    • Arthur Goodwin is described as a Harvard graduate and professor of drawing at the Boston Normal Art School.
    • His works are noted for their refinement and taste, with a focus on portraits and studies of nature.
    • The article highlights Goodwin's talent for capturing refined textures and poetic qualities in his drawings.
  3. Newberry Collection:

    • The Newberry Collection includes works by John S. Newberry, who studied under Goodwin.
    • Newberry's drawings are praised for their technical skill and artistic sensitivity, particularly in their depiction of portraits and studies of nature.
    • The collection is described as small but chronologically complete, showcasing Newberry's development as an artist.
  4. Exhibition Highlights:

    • The article mentions several notable works, including:
      • "Double Portrait of a Man" by Degas, part of the Newberry Collection.
      • "The Thinned Hat" by John Singer Sargent, also part of the collection.
    • These pieces are highlighted as examples of the artistic merit and historical significance of the exhibition.
  5. Visual Elements:

    • The clipping includes illustrations of two portraits:
      • On the right, there is a black-and-white sketch or drawing labeled "Double Portrait of a Man" by Degas, part of the Newberry Collection at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
      • The sketches depict two men in formal attire, suggesting a classical or historical style.
  6. Context and Archival Information:

    • The clipping is part of a Boston News Clip archive, indicating it was preserved for historical or research purposes.
    • The header includes details such as the date (March 1, 1948), the location (Boston, Mass.), and the archive address (120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.).

Summary:

The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor discussing an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1948. The exhibition features works from the Newberry Collection and Arthur Goodwin's paintings, highlighting the artistic talent and historical significance of both collections. The clipping includes illustrations of notable artworks, such as "Double Portrait of a Man" by Degas, and provides context about the artists and their contributions to the art world. The clipping is part of an archival collection, emphasizing its historical value.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the "Boston News Clip" service, dated from March and April 1944, affixed to a beige bulletin board. These clippings come from the "Christian Science Monitor" and appear to cover topics related to art exhibitions and theater reviews. The primary focus is a larger article titled "Art in Cambridge and Boston" which mentions "Newberry Collection at Fogg; Arthur Goodwin's Paintings." Below this title, there's a captioned sketch labeled as an "Exhibition Portrait of a Man." On the left edge of the bulletin board, two white fasteners are visible, one at the top and one at the bottom, perhaps used to hold these items securely to the board. The bottom right corner of the bulletin board is slightly torn.

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This image depicts a scrapbook-like page featuring newspaper clippings about an art exhibition. The clippings detail a collection of works displayed at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, including Arthur Goodwin's paintings and the Newberry Collection. The text comes from publications such as the Boston Herald and the Christian Science Monitor, with visible headers like "Art in Cambridge and Boston."

In addition to the articles, the page features an illustration labeled "Double Portrait of a Man," from the Newberry Collection at the Fogg Museum. The two figures in the drawing have been blurred. The clippings are dated in March 1948, with specific dates handwritten or stamped. The page itself is constructed from brownish paper and includes a rounded hole on the left side, likely for binding into a larger folder or book.

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  • A vintage scrapbook page, tan/brown paper with three binder holes on the left edge.
  • Several small newspaper clippings are taped or glued to the page, many labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” with a date around MAR 7, 1948.
  • The main clipping is a larger article from a section titled Art – Music – Theater, with the header “Art in Cambridge and Boston” and a subheading about the Newberry Collection at Fogg and Arthur Goodwin’s Paintings.
  • To the right of the main article there is a cut-out illustration of two people (heads obscured by gray boxes in this image) with a caption beneath, likely about a painting or exhibition.
  • A long vertical column of text runs down the left side of the central clipping, and a smaller clipping at the bottom mentions a work titled “Double Portrait of a Man” (by Degas) with a caption referencing an exhibition.
  • Overall, it’s a collage-style page from a scrapbook documenting art-related articles and clippings about Cambridge and Boston.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings attached to it. All the clippings are related to art exhibitions in Cambridge and Boston, specifically highlighting the Fogg Museum at Harvard University and the Newberry Collection.

Notable elements on the page include:

  1. Multiple small clippings from the "Boston News Clip" identified as coming from the Christian Science Monitor and the Herald newspapers, dated March 1, 7, and 8, 1948.
  2. A larger clipping with the headline "Art in Cambridge and Boston—" from the Christian Science Monitor in the "Art—Music—Theater" section. The article discusses the Newberry Collection at the Fogg Museum and paintings by Arthur Goodwin. It includes an in-depth commentary on the art and artists featured.
  3. Another clipping showing a sketch-like drawing titled “Double Portrait of a Man” by Degas. This artwork was part of the Newberry Collection exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
  4. Various typed paragraphs describe the significance of the art, artists, and collections.

The page is hole-punched on the left side, possibly for placing into a binder. The overall tone is archival and informative, documenting art exhibitions and collections around Boston and Cambridge in 1948.