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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

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The image is of a press clipping from Burelle's Press Clipping Bureau, dated February 15, 1948. The clipping discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The museum is described as a "cradle for museum men," having trained many directors and curators who have moved on to other institutions.

The article highlights a loan show of nineteenth and twentieth-century drawings from the collection of John S. Newberry Jr., a Harvard graduate of 1933 and the present Curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute. Newberry began collecting art during his undergraduate days, and his collection includes works by notable artists such as Delacroix, Degas, Seurat, and Picasso. The exhibition showcases his empiric and distinguished personal taste, featuring works ranging from an 1819 pencil drawing by Beckmann to a 1947 watercolor by the same artist. The collection is noted for its extraordinary quality.

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The image shows a press clipping from the New York Times, dated February 15, 1948. The clipping is from page 29 and discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard, highlighting its reputation for nurturing museum professionals. The article mentions that under the directorship of Paul J. Sachs and the creative scholarship of Agnes Mongan, the museum's special field of drawings gained wide recognition. It also notes a current loan show featuring 19th and 20th-century drawings, including works from Ingres to Picasso, which is described as being of extraordinary quality. The collection is identified as belonging to John S. Newberry Jr., a Fogg-trained Harvard graduate and the present Curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute of Arts. The clipping also includes contact information for Burrell's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with a phone number and membership details for the New York Times.

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The image is a newspaper clipping dated February 15, 1948, from the New York Times, clipped from the Press Clipping Bureau of Buttelles, established in 1888. The clipping discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

Here are the detailed points from the clipping:

  1. Title and Context:

    • The Fogg Museum at Harvard is referred to as a breeding ground for museum professionals, having produced many directors and curators.
    • The article focuses on the museum's current loan exhibition of drawings from the 19th and 20th centuries.
  2. Director and Curators:

    • The exhibition is under the leadership of Paul J. Sachs, a connoisseur and scholar.
    • Agnes Mongan is also highlighted for her creative scholarship in the field of drawings.
  3. Exhibition Details:

    • The drawings in the show are from the collection of John S. Newberry Jr., who is a Fogg-trained Harvard graduate.
    • The collection showcases a wide range of artists, including Ingres, Beckmann, and many others spanning from the early 1800s to the mid-1940s.
    • The collection is described as having an impressive and distinctive personal taste, beginning with drawings from Delacroix to Degas, and continuing to Picasso.
  4. Collection Highlights:

    • The collection includes works ranging from pencil drawings by Ingres to watercolors by Beckmann.
    • The exhibition emphasizes the high quality and breadth of the collection, reflecting the tastes of Newberry Jr. during his undergraduate days.

The clipping is from a press bureau, indicating it was likely used for reference or archival purposes by the press clipping service.

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The image is a press clipping from the New York Times dated February 15, 1948. The clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with the reference number BArclay 7-5371.

The article discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, known for nurturing many museum directors and curators. Under the leadership of Paul J. Sachs and Agnes Mongan, the museum has gained recognition for its collection of drawings. The current loan show of nineteenth and twentieth-century drawings is noted for being particularly significant.

The collection includes works from an Ingres pencil drawing of 1819 to a Beckmann watercolor of 1947, showcasing a range of styles and periods. This collection belongs to John S. Newberry Jr., a Fogg-trained Harvard graduate from 1933 and the Curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute. The article highlights the eclectic and high-quality nature of the collection, ranging from artists like Delacroix and Degas to Seurat and Picasso.

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The image is a press clipping from "Bubbles' Press Clipping Bureau," dated February 15, 1948. The clipping is from the "New York Times" and is associated with the Cambridge, Massachusetts, area.

The article discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard, highlighting its reputation for nurturing museum professionals and its focus on the field of drawings. Under the directorship of Paul J. Sachs and with the creative scholarship of Agnes Mongan, the museum is noted for its first significant public exhibition of drawings in America.

The current loan show features nineteenth and twentieth-century drawings, specifically from the collection of John S. Newberry Jr., a Harvard graduate of 1933 and the Curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute. The collection includes works ranging from an Ingres pencil drawing from 1819 to a Beckmann water-color from 1947. It reflects the personal taste of a collector who began collecting in his undergraduate days, encompassing artists from Delacroix to Degas, and from Seurat to Picasso. The article praises the collection as being of extraordinary quality.

The clipping also includes contact information for Bubbles' Press Clipping Bureau, with a telephone number (BArcaly 7-5371) and address (165 Church Street, New York), along with a circulation number (Circ. D. 531,458 - S. 851,982).

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The image is a press clipping from the "New York Times," dated February 15, 1948. It is sourced from the Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau in New York.

The article discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Key points include:

  1. Reputation: The Fogg Museum is noted for being a significant training ground for museum professionals, producing many directors and curators who have moved on to lead other institutions.

  2. Leadership and Focus: Under the directorship of Paul J. Sachs, who is both a connoisseur and collector, and with the creative leadership of Agnes Mongan, the museum's department of drawings gained widespread recognition in America.

  3. Current Exhibition: The article highlights a current exhibition featuring 19th and 20th-century drawings from a private collection. The collection belongs to John S. Newberry Jr., who graduated from Harvard in 1933 and is currently the Curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

  4. Collection Details: The collection showcases works ranging from an Ingres pencil drawing from 1819 to a Beckmann watercolor from 1947. It reflects Newberry's personal taste and his long-term commitment to collecting, starting from his undergraduate days. The collection includes notable works by artists such as Degas, Seurat, and Picasso, and is described as being of extraordinary quality.

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The image shows a vintage press clipping dated February 15, 1948, from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping mentions the Fogg Museum at Harvard, describing it as a notable institution for training museum professionals, especially directors and curators who move between institutions. It highlights the museum's role under the direction of Paul J. Sachs and the scholarship of Agnes Mongan in bringing public attention to the field of drawings in America. The current loan show at the time featured nineteenth and twentieth-century drawings from the collection of John S. Newberry Jr., a Harvard graduate of 1933 and Curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute. The collection ranges from an Ingres pencil drawing of 1819 to a Beckmann water-color of 1947, representing a distinguished personal taste and includes works from artists such as Delacroix, Degas, Seurat, and Picasso. The collection is described as being of extraordinary quality.

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This image is a photograph of an old press clipping from "Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau." The headline indicates it is from the "NEW YORK, N.Y. TIMES," with circulations listed for daily (D. 531,458) and Sunday (S. 851,982). The article is dated February 15, 1948, and from the content, it is about the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article describes the museum as a training ground for museum professionals and makes specific mention of Paul J. Sachs as a connoisseur-collector and Agnes Mongan's scholarship.

The latter part of the article talks about a loan show of nineteenth and twentieth-century drawings, highlighting their quality and mentioning a collection by John S. Newberry Jr., a Harvard graduate and curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute. The artists referenced in the collection vary from Delacroix to Degas, Seurat to Picasso, emphasizing the extraordinary quality of the items collected. At the bottom of the clipping, there appears to be a signature or handwritten note that isn't clearly legible.

The heading of the clipping features the logo and address of Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with a phone number listed as BArclay 7-5371. The bureau was established in 1888, as stated above the address. The logo comprises a pair of scissors, symbolizing the clipping aspect of the service.

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The image shows a vintage press clipping from The New York Times, dated February 15, 1948. The clipping is from the Cambridge, Massachusetts section and discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard. The article highlights the museum's reputation as a cradle for museum professionals, noting that many of its directors and curators have moved on to other institutions.

Key points from the clipping include:

  1. Directorship and Curatorship: The article mentions the directorship of Paul J. Sachs and the creative scholarship of Agnes Mongan, who specialize in the field of drawings.
  2. Exhibition: The museum is hosting its first wide-attentioned exhibition of nineteenth and twentieth-century drawings, which is considered timely and appropriate.
  3. Collection: The exhibition features the collection of John S. Newberry Jr., a 1933 Harvard graduate and the present Curator of Graphic Arts at the De Pree Institute. The collection spans from an Ingres pencil drawing of 1819 to a Beckmann watercolor of 1947.
  4. Quality and Scope: The collection is described as extraordinary, representing the personal taste of a dedicated collector who began collecting during his undergraduate days. It includes works from artists such as Dela croix, Degas, Seurat, and Picasso.

The clipping is presented on a card or label from Burtelles Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The card includes the bureau's contact details, such as the address, telephone number (Barclay 7-5371), and circulation figures (Circ. D. 531,458 - S. 851,982). The overall design and typography suggest a mid-20th-century aesthetic, typical of press clippings or archival materials from that era.

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The image shows a historical document, a press clipping, that appears to be from a newspaper. The clipping features an article about the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, dated February 15, 1948. The article discusses the museum's collection of drawings, highlighting its significance and the breadth of its holdings, which range from the early 19th century to the mid-20th century. The museum is described as having nurtured a number of influential directors and curators, and the article emphasizes the exceptional quality of the collection, particularly a group of drawings from the 1940s. The clipping includes details about the museum's location, contact information, and the name of the museum's director, Paul J. Sachs. The document also mentions Agnes Mongan, the curator of drawings, and John S. Newberry Jr., a Fogg-trained Harvard graduate who is the current curator of Graphic Arts at the Detroit Institute of Arts. The article provides a glimpse into the rich history and significance of the Fogg Museum's collection of drawings.