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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

ARCH.2003.30, Rendition: 802630

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The image is a page from a newspaper clipping file, featuring several articles and an image of a drawing. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Image: The central image is a drawing titled "The Carriage Ride" by Constantin Guys (1802-1892). The drawing depicts a scene of people riding in a horse-drawn carriage, with the artist capturing the movement and details of the horses and riders.

  2. Articles:

    • Top Left Clipping: This clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated March 2, 1946. It mentions an event at the Christian Science Monitor in Boston, Massachusetts.
    • Top Right Clipping: This clipping is also from the Boston News Clip, dated April 1, 1946. It discusses the drawing "The Carriage Ride" by Constantin Guys, noting that it is a drawing executed in brown and black on gray paper, currently on display at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • Bottom Left Clipping: This clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated February 28, 1946. It mentions an artist renting a studio in New York.
    • Bottom Right Clipping: This clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated April 1, 1946. It reports that Harvard University left art worth $1,900,000 to the Fogg Art Museum. The article discusses the bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, which includes paintings and other art objects.
  3. Additional Information:

    • The page includes several stamps and annotations indicating the source and date of the clippings.
    • The articles provide context about the artwork, the artist, and the significance of the bequest to the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the image captures a historical snapshot of art-related news from 1946, highlighting the work of Constantin Guys and the significant bequest to Harvard University's art collection.

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The image is a composite of a newspaper clipping and an illustration, preserved on a piece of cardboard. The main illustration at the top is a detailed black-and-white drawing titled "The Carriage Ride," created by Constantin Guys in 1862. The illustration depicts an elegant scene with well-dressed individuals riding in a horse-drawn carriage.

Below the illustration, there are several newspaper clippings from different publications and dates, all related to art and historical events. Some of the clippings are from the Boston News Clip service, with notes indicating their source and date. Key topics include:

  1. A description of Constantin Guys and his artistic contributions, noting his modesty and the significance of his drawings, including "The Carriage Ride," which is part of the collection at Harvard University's Fogg Museum.
  2. An announcement of a bequest to Harvard University by Mrs. Ethel Archer Ball, including a significant sum for the Fogg Museum and other institutions.
  3. A note about an art exhibit at the Fogg Museum featuring drawings by Constantin Guys.
  4. An article titled "HARVARD UNIV. LEFT ART WORTH $1,900,000" detailing the estate of Mrs. Theodore L. Perkins, which included valuable paintings and other art objects left to Harvard University.

The clippings are carefully arranged and taped onto the cardboard, suggesting that someone was compiling information related to art and donations to Harvard University.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various sources, primarily from Boston, Massachusetts, dated around March and April 1948. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "The Carriage Ride"
    • Description: The clipping features a drawing by Constantin Guys titled "The Carriage Ride" (1862-1862). The drawing is described as a depiction of a group of people riding in a carriage. The text mentions Guys as an artist known for his exceptional modesty and his work being in prominent museums such as the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  2. Top Center Clipping:

    • Headline: "Boston News Clip"
    • Content: It is an advertisement for an Art Rents Studio in Providence, Rhode Island, offering a long lease for a studio space. The ad is from the Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Massachusetts, dated March 2, 1948.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Harvard Univ. Left Art Worth $1,900,000"
    • Content: This clipping reports that Harvard University received an estate worth $1.9 million from Theodore Wilbour, who left behind a collection of paintings and art objects. The collection was valued at $1,900,000 and included works by notable artists. The estate also provided a specific bequest to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for additional acquisitions of old English pieces.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Advocate"
    • Content: This clipping is from the Providence, Rhode Island newspaper, Advocate, dated March 1948. It lists an advertisement for an apartment rental in the Art Rent Studio, mentioning Mr. Louis Rothstein.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Telegram"
    • Content: Another Boston News Clip dated April 1, 1948. It mentions a request for donations to the Women's Hospital, totaling $25,000, and another mention of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, particularly focusing on an artwork by Constantin Guys.

The clippings appear to be focused on art-related news and advertisements, featuring prominent artists and museums in Boston and surrounding areas.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from various Boston-based publications dated around March and April 1948. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left Clip (Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., March 2, 1948):

    • The main feature is an illustration titled "The Carriage Ride," a drawing by Constantin Guys (1805-1892).
    • The accompanying text describes Guys as an artist of exceptional modesty who was part of the circle of artists and writers around the Café Guerbois in Paris, including Manet, Degas, and others.
    • The article highlights the influence of Guys' drawings on artists like Baudelaire and Manet and mentions the inclusion of his work in exhibitions.
  2. Top Middle Clip (Boston News Clip, Advocate, Providence, R.I., March 1948):

    • This section advertises a studio called the "Artist Rental Studio" in Poughkeepsie, New York, directed by Louis Robinson. It mentions the availability of studios for rent and the director's involvement in art.
  3. Top Right Clip (Boston News Clip, Telegram, Worcester, Mass., April 1, 1948):

    • This clipping is not fully visible but seems to reference an art-related story.
  4. Bottom Section (Boston News Clip, various sources, April 1948):

    • The main headline reads "HARVARD UNIV. LEFT ART WORTH $1,900,000".
    • The article discusses the estate of Theodosia Wilbour, a resident of Lenox, Massachusetts, who left a significant art collection to Harvard University.
    • The collection includes paintings and other art objects, with a total estimated value of $1,900,000. The estate is noted for its diverse and valuable pieces, including works by artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, and others.
    • The article also mentions other bequests, including $25,000 to the Woman's Hospital and $25,000 to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Overall, the collage highlights the importance of art and its legacy, showcasing specific artists, their works, and significant donations to institutions like Harvard University.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings from various Boston newspapers, dated March and April 1948. The clippings are mounted on a piece of cardboard.

  1. Top Center Clipping:

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: March 2, 1948
    • Content: An article about the drawing "The Carriage Ride" by Constantin Guys. The article discusses Guys' life and art, highlighting his exceptional skill and the admiration he received from notable contemporaries like Baudelaire, Edgar Degas, and Alfred Stevens. The drawing is noted for its dynamic and lively depiction of Parisian life.
  2. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Source: Advocate, Provincetown, Mass.
    • Date: March 19, 1948
    • Content: An announcement about Edith Poll, who is the director of the Art Rentals Studio in Provincetown. The article mentions her involvement with the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and her contributions to the art community.
  3. Bottom Center Clipping:

    • Source: Telegram, Worcester, Mass.
    • Date: April 1, 1948
    • Content: A brief news item about Harvard University receiving a bequest of art worth $1,900,000 from the estate of Theodora Wilbour. The bequest includes paintings and other art objects, with a significant portion of the collection to be housed in the Fogg Art Museum. The bequest is part of a larger estate valued at $1,605,006, which also includes funds for additions to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

The collage appears to be part of a larger collection or archive, likely focused on art and cultural heritage in the Boston area during the late 1940s.

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The image contains a collection of newspaper clippings and notes related to an artwork titled "The Carriage Ride," a drawing by Constantin Guys.

  1. Top Clipping (Boston Monitor, March 2, 1948):

    • The article is about the drawing "The Carriage Ride" by Constantin Guys.
    • Constantin Guys (1802-1892) was known for capturing scenes of modern life, particularly from the latter half of the 19th century.
    • The drawing was a subject of discussion among art critics and enthusiasts, including notable figures like Baudelaire.
    • Cleason, who might be the owner or curator, requested that the drawing be kept in its original frame.
    • The drawing, executed in a distinctive style, features a carriage in a dynamic scene.
  2. Middle Clipping (Provincetown Advocate, undated):

    • A brief mention of an exhibition featuring a portrait by Louis Rubinstein of Provincetown.
    • The portrait is of Mary Heaton Vorse, a notable journalist and author.
    • The exhibition was held at the Art Rental Studio in Provincetown, fronting New York's Hotel Albert Ball.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (Telegraph, Worcester, Mass., April 1, 1948):

    • Another mention of "The Carriage Ride" by Constantin Guys.
    • The article reiterates the history and importance of the drawing, emphasizing its value and the interest it has generated.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping (Unspecified, April 9, 1948):

    • The headline states that Harvard University's art collection has been left art worth $1,900,000.
    • Theodora Wilbour bequeathed valuable art pieces to Harvard, including works by notable artists like Cézanne, Degas, and Renoir.
    • The total estimated value of the bequest was around $1,900,000.
    • The bequest included a significant number of artworks, such as 29 paintings, 2 pastels, 5 drawings, and 15 pieces of Egyptian sculpture.
    • These pieces were to be allocated to various institutions, including the Fogg Art Museum and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

The image collectively documents the significance and valuation of artworks, especially focusing on "The Carriage Ride" by Constantin Guys and a major art bequest to Harvard University.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping pasted onto an orange-tinted paper sheet. The heading at the top identifies it as from the "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from "120 Tremont Street Christian Science Monitor Station E Boston, Mass." with the date March 2, 1948.

Below the header is a black and white reproduction of an artwork titled "The Carriage Ride: A Drawing by Constantin Guys." The drawing depicts a group of individuals in a horse-drawn carriage. The people are dressed in formal attire, with at least one of the figures raising a top hat. The artwork is noted for being a part of a university's collection.

The rest of the paper contains various news clips. On the left side below the artwork, there's a snippet titled "Artist Returns to her Rest Studio," which talks about an artist from New York. On the bottom left, there's another piece from the Christian Science Monitor Station with a date stamp of March 26, 1948, but the rest of that clip is not visible. The bottom right section of the paper features an article headlined "HARVARD UNIV. LEFT ART WORTH $1,900,000," relating to a significant bequest of art to Harvard University from an estate.

Each article clip has a date and source label, likely specifying when and from where the article was clipped. The items are placed in a way to archive the information efficiently but make reading each complete article difficult without separating them.

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A collection of newspaper clippings and articles is organized on an old, beige-colored folder. The clippings are arranged in a chronological order, with the earliest on top and the latest at the bottom. The first clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated March 2, 1948, and it features an illustration of a carriage ride with people dressed in formal attire. The second clipping is from the Advocate, dated March 3, 1948, and it mentions a drawing by Constantin Guys. The third clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated April 1, 1948, and it includes an article about Harvard University's art collection worth $1,900,000.

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The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping mounted on a card or archival sheet. The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated March 2, 1948, and includes several articles and illustrations. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the clipping includes the header:
      "BOSTON NEWS CLIP"
      120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
      Providence, Mass.
    • The date is clearly marked as March 2, 1948.
  2. Main Illustration:

    • A central illustration titled "The Carriage Ride" is prominently displayed. It is attributed to Constantin Guys (1802–1892), described as an artist of exceptional modesty who occasionally joined his colleagues for an evening of "mirth, discord, and the café."
    • The illustration shows a group of people in period clothing riding in a carriage. The figures appear to be dressed in 19th-century attire, with men in top hats and women in elaborate dresses, suggesting a scene from the 1800s. The carriage is drawn by horses, and the setting appears to be outdoors, possibly in a city street or park.
  3. Caption and Description:

    • Below the illustration, there is a caption that provides context about the artwork:
      • "THE CARRIAGE RIDE": A Drawing by Constantin Guys
      • The text describes Guys as an artist of exceptional modesty who would occasionally join his colleagues for an evening of "mirth, discord, and the café." It also mentions that he was known for his drawings of city life, often capturing scenes of elegance and movement.
      • The illustration is noted to have been executed in bistre and wash on rough paper, with figures cavaliered and subjects recorded in feathery strokes. The line of contour is characterized by an assured sweep, and the drawing is part of the collections of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  4. Additional Articles:

    • To the right of the illustration, there are two smaller clippings or articles:
      • Top Right: Another article from the Boston News Clip, dated April 1, 1948, mentioning a telegram from Worcester, Mass.
      • Bottom Right: A headline from Harvard University stating:
        "HARVARD UNIV. LEFT ART WORTH $1,900,000"
        This article discusses the estate of Theodora Wilbour, who died on February 28, 1948. It mentions that her estate includes art valued at $1,900,000, with specific bequests to various institutions, including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Woman's Hospital.
  5. Additional Text:

    • On the left side of the clipping, there is a smaller article or note mentioning Louis Rabinowitz of Poughkeepsie, N.Y., who is described as the director of the Van Duzer Gallery. The text refers to his murals and mentions that he is now at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
  6. Archival Markings:

    • The clipping is mounted on a card with visible staples or holes at the top right corner, suggesting it is part of an archival collection.
    • There is a handwritten note at the top left corner that reads "Mar 2 1948", reinforcing the date of the clipping.
    • The bottom of the card includes a reference to "Harvard University Art Library", indicating that this clipping is part of an academic or archival collection.

Overall Context:

The image captures a historical newspaper clipping that combines art commentary, biographical details, and news about an art bequest. It reflects mid-20th-century interest in art, particularly the works of Constantin Guys, and highlights the cultural and financial significance of art collections and estates. The inclusion of Harvard University’s bequest underscores the importance of art in academic and institutional contexts during that era.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper with a photograph and some text. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with a hole punch on the right side. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a carriage with people riding on it. The photograph is titled "The Carriage Ride." The text accompanying the photograph provides information about the artist and the context of the artwork. The clipping also includes a note about the artist's exceptional modesty and his colleagues' admiration for him. The clipping is dated March 2, 1948, and is from the Boston News Clip.