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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

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The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from the "Art Digest" section that is associated with New York City. The header at the top indicates it is from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, which was established in 1888, with a phone number listed (BARclay 7-5371). The address provided is 165 Church Street, New York.

The article, dated May 1, 1948, discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The exhibition is titled "Fogg Features Venice" and focuses on the 18th-century Venetian theme. It mentions that the annual "Museum Class" exhibition opened on May 5. The show includes topographical painters such as Guardi, Canaletto, and Bellotto, known for their views of Venice as souvenirs for the European nobility. The article also references Longhi and Piazetta, representing more intimate and sober aspects of Venetian scenes, and Tiepolo, providing a spectacular background for the pageant city.

The article further highlights the breadth and fluency of the 18th-century Venice, mentioning less well-known painters like Carlevaris and Marieschi. It notes the exhibition is rich in drawings in various media and that the Fogg Collection has been amplified by loans, which were on display through June 10.

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This image is a vintage clipping from an art publication, specifically from "Art Digest (New York City)," dated May 1, 1948. It features a write-up about the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, which was planning an exhibition titled "Museum Class" focused on 18th-century Venetian art. The article highlights the inclusion of works by prominent painters such as Guardi, Canaletto, Bellotto, Longhi, Piazetta, and Tiepolo, who depicted various aspects of Venice for touring nobility and the city's pageantry. The piece also mentions less well-known artists like Carlevaris and Marieschi and notes that the exhibition would be enriched with loans of artworks and drawings. The clipping is attached to a card from "Burrelle’s Press Clipping Bureau," which was established in 1888 and based at 165 Church Street, New York. The card has a decorative logo with a pair of scissors.

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The image shows a vintage clipping from the Art Digest magazine, dated May 1, 1948. The clipping features an announcement about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The exhibition, titled "Museum Class," focuses on the theme of Venice and is set to open on May 5. It highlights the work of prominent Venetian artists such as Canaletto, Bellotto, Longhi, and Piazzetta, who captured various aspects of the city, from its grandeur to its more intimate scenes. The exhibition also includes works by lesser-known painters like Carlevaris and Marieschi, showcasing the breadth and fluency of 18th-century Venetian art. The Fogg Collection has been enriched by loans, and the exhibition runs through June 10.

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The image depicts a press clipping from the "ART DIGEST" magazine, dated May 1, 1948. The clipping is attached to a beige background and is from the "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU" located at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping features an article about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, titled "Venice."

The article highlights that the Fogg Museum has selected the 18th-century Venetian theme for its annual "Museum Class" exhibition, which opens on May 5. The exhibition showcases the work of topographic painters Guardi, Canaletto, and Bellotto, who captured views of Venice for tourists. Additionally, Longhi and Piazzetta represent the more intimate and sober aspects of the Venetian scene, while Tiepolo provides the spectacular background for the city's pageantry.

The article also mentions that lesser-known painters, such as Carlevaris and Mariesch, reveal the breadth and fluent mastery of 18th-century Venice. The exhibition is rich in drawings, and the Fogg Collection has been augmented by loans. The exhibition runs through June 10.

The clipping is printed on a piece of paper with a watermark that reads "Buzzlelle's" and "ESTABLISHED 1888," suggesting that it may have been sourced from a collection or archive associated with Buzzelle's, a company or individual possibly involved in the arts or publishing. The clipping is framed by a beige border, and the text is printed in black ink on a light-colored paper, making it easily readable against the background.

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The image shows a vintage press clipping from Burrelles' Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping is dated May 1, 1948, and is from Art Digest (New York City). The article is titled "Fogg Features Venice" and discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, which is focused on the 18th Century Venetian theme for its annual "Museum Class" exhibition. The exhibition opens on May 5 and runs through June 10.

The article highlights the inclusion of notable Venetian artists such as Guardi, Canaletto, and Bellotto, who produced topographical paintings as souvenirs for the touring nobility of Europe. It also mentions Longhi and Piazzetta, who depicted more intimate and sober aspects of the Venetian scene, and Tiepolo, who provided a spectacular backdrop for the city. Additionally, the exhibition features lesser-known artists like Carlevariis and Marieschi, showcasing the breadth and fluency of 18th-century Venetian art. The article emphasizes that the exhibition is rich in drawings across various media and has been expanded through loans to the Fogg Collection.

The clipping is presented on aged, cream-colored paper, giving it a historical and archival feel. The design includes elegant cursive typography for the header and a clean, readable layout for the article text.

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The image features a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from the 1940s, with a beige background and a prominent headline that reads "Fogg Features Venice." The article discusses the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University's exhibition on Venetian art, which opened on May 5th. The exhibition showcases works by notable artists such as Guardi, Canaletto, and Bellotto, who produced views of Venice for European tourists. The article highlights the intimate and sober aspects of the Venetian scene, as well as Tiepolo's spectacular background for the pageant city. The exhibition is described as rich in drawings in all media, with the Fogg Collection having been amplified by loans. The article concludes by stating that the exhibition will be open through June 10th.

The clipping is from an unknown newspaper, but it appears to be a local publication in New York City, given the mention of the Barclay 7-5371 address and the "Press Clipping Bureau" at 165 Church Street - New York. The clipping also includes a date stamp of May 1, 1948, indicating when it was received by the press clipping bureau. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the art world of the 1940s and the cultural significance of Venice as a subject of artistic expression.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping from the Art Digest, dated May 1, 1948, featuring an article about the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The clipping is accompanied by a press clipping bureau label from Buffrelle's, established in 1888, with the address 165 Church Street, New York.

Key Points:

  • Newspaper Clipping: The clipping is from the Art Digest, dated May 1, 1948.
  • Article Topic: The article discusses the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.
  • Press Clipping Bureau Label: The label is from Buffrelle's, established in 1888, with the address 165 Church Street, New York.
  • Background: The background of the image is a light gray color.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the art world of the past, highlighting the significance of the Fogg Museum of Art and its exhibitions.

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The image shows a clipping from the Art Digest, dated May 1-1949, with a news article about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art.

  • The clipping is placed on top of a card from Buffelle's Press Clipping Bureau.
    • The card is beige and has the company's logo, address, and phone number printed on it.
    • The logo features a pair of scissors and the words "Buffelle's" in cursive.
    • The address is 165 Church Street, New York, and the phone number is Barclay 7-5371.
  • The clipping is a news article about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art.
    • The title of the article is "Fogg Features Venice".
    • The article discusses the museum's annual "Museum Class" exhibition, which features 18th-century Venetian art.
    • The exhibition includes works by artists such as Guardi, Canaletto, and Bellotto, and will be on display from May 5 to June 10.
    • The article highlights the significance of the exhibition, stating that it will showcase the breadth and fluent mastery of 18th-century Venice.
    • The Fogg Collection has been amplified by loans from other institutions.

The image appears to be a scanned or photographed copy of a historical document, likely from an archive or library collection.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed collection of two vintage paper items, likely newspaper clippings or press releases, set against a plain gray background.

Top Item:
The top item is a rectangular piece of paper with a light-brown color and black text. It features the following information:

  • "Buffelle's" in large, cursive font at the top
  • "ESTABLISHED 1888" and "BArclay 7-5371" in smaller text below
  • "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU" and "165 Church Street - New York" on separate lines
  • "ART DIGEST (New York City)" at the bottom
  • A handwritten date, "MAY 1-1949," is visible across the center

Bottom Item:
The bottom item is a smaller, rectangular piece of paper with a white background and black text. It appears to be a newspaper clipping and reads:

  • "Fogg Features Venice"
  • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, featuring 18th-century Venetian art

Overall:
The image showcases two vintage paper items, likely related to art or cultural events, set against a neutral gray background. The top item appears to be a business card or press release from Buffelle's Press Clipping Bureau, while the bottom item is a newspaper clipping about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art.

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The image shows a press clipping from a news bureau named Burrelle's, established in 1888, with a Barclay contact number 7-5371 and an address at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping is dated May 1, 1948.

The article is titled "Fogg Features Venice" and discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The exhibition, themed around 18th Century Venetian art, opened on May 5. The show includes works by topographical painters such as Guardi, Canaletto, and Bellotto, who created views of Venice as souvenirs for European tourists. It also features more intimate and sober depictions of Venice by artists like Longhi and Piazetta, and spectacular backgrounds by Tiepolo. Additionally, lesser-known painters like Carlevaris and Marieschi are represented, showcasing the breadth and fluency of 18th Century Venetian mastery. The exhibition includes drawings in various media and has been enriched by loans. The show was scheduled to run through June 10.