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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Press Clipping Bureau, dated May 2, 1948. The article is titled "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ." It discusses an upcoming exhibition at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, Connecticut, which focuses on the life of Christ as depicted in art.

Key points from the article include:

1. Exhibition Overview: The exhibition, titled "The Life of Christ," is set to open on March 21. It will feature over 100 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and other media, illustrating the life of Christ from the Annunciation to the Ascension.

2. Private Viewing: A private viewing will be held on March 21, followed by a public opening on March 22.

3. Curatorial Approach: The exhibition aims to present a comprehensive view of Christ's life through various artistic interpretations. It includes works from different periods and styles, highlighting the evolution of Christian art.

4. Educational Aspects: The exhibition will be accompanied by guided tours and lectures to provide context and deeper understanding of the artworks.

5. Collaboration: The exhibition is a collaborative effort involving several institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Pierpont Morgan Library.

6. Emphasis on Decorative Arts: The article mentions that the exhibition will also include decorative arts such as tapestries, enamels, and illuminated manuscripts, showcasing the broad influence of Christian themes in art.

7. Historical Context: The exhibition aims to trace the development of Christian art from the early centuries AD through the Renaissance and Baroque periods, illustrating the religious and artistic evolution over time.

The article concludes by mentioning that the exhibition will be a significant cultural event, offering a rich and diverse exploration of Christian art through the ages.

The image shows a press clipping from the New Haven Register, dated Saturday, March 25, 1967. The headline reads "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ." The article discusses an exhibition titled "The Life of Christ," which is a collection of 200 pieces, including paintings, sculptures, and other artworks, that trace the life of Jesus Christ from His birth to His resurrection. The exhibition is held at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford and is open to the public. The article provides details about the significance of the exhibition, the types of artworks on display, and the historical periods they represent. Additionally, there is an announcement for a series of Sunday afternoon concerts at the Wadsworth Atheneum, starting on March 26, featuring the J. Pierpont Morgan, Jr. Concerts, and the annual members' reception on March 31. The clipping also includes an article about the loan of important pieces from local museums for the exhibition.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New Haven Register dated around March 1973. The headline of the article is "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ."

Here are the detailed points covered in the clipping:

1. Exhibition Details:

   • The exhibition is titled "The Life of Christ" and is the largest exhibition in the current season at the Hartford Museum of American Art.
   • It opened on a Thursday evening and continues until early April.
   • The exhibition runs through the galleries and is accessible to visitors.

2. Themes and Artistic Selection:

   • The central theme of the exhibition is the life of Jesus Christ, starting from His birth and culminating with His death.
   • The exhibition includes works that range from the Renaissance period to contemporary artists, emphasizing both religious and decorative arts.
   • The curator, Charles C. Cunningham, has chosen to focus on the significant works of artists from different periods to illustrate the life of Christ.

3. Artistic Focus:

   • The exhibition includes a variety of media such as paintings, sculptures, tapestries, and manuscripts.
   • Emphasis is placed on the divine and human aspects of Christ’s life through these artworks.

4. Historical and Cultural Context:

   • The exhibition showcases significant pieces from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York, along with other institutions.
   • The exhibit is organized to highlight the development and influence of religious art over centuries.

5. Special Events:

   • A series of lectures and musical performances are planned in conjunction with the exhibition.
   • The following Sunday afternoons, there will be musical presentations by the Hartford Musical Foundation.
   • On March 31, there will be a talk by Roland Redmond, president of the Pierpont Morgan Library, on the exhibition.
   • The museum invites groups to visit and participate in the talks and lectures.

6. Admission and Visiting Information:

   • Admission is generally free, with the exception of a special talk fee for certain events.
   • Specific times and dates for the events are listed, including the opening night and various lecture and musical programs.

Overall, the clipping highlights the comprehensive and varied nature of the exhibition on the life of Christ, emphasizing its historical depth and the diverse artistic contributions it encompasses.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New Haven, Conn. Register, dated March 7, 1971. The clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau of Buford's established in 1884, located at 165 Church Street, New York.

The main article is titled "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ." It discusses the exhibition titled "The Life of Christ," which was the major exhibition of the season at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford. The exhibition opened on March 1, 1971, and ran through Easter, closing on April 11.

The article notes that the exhibition's theme is unique because it includes art from all periods of Christian history, starting with the crucifixion of Christ and His ascension. The exhibition includes works from the 13th century to the present, emphasizing the diversity of artistic interpretations across centuries.

The exhibition features over 90 works, including paintings, sculptures, and illuminated manuscripts. It is curated to showcase the evolution of artistic representations of Christ's life, from the early medieval period to contemporary times.

The article also mentions an emphasis on decorative arts by Charles Cunningham, the museum's director, who selected works to illustrate the development of Christian art in Europe from the 12th to the 18th century. These works span various media, including illuminated manuscripts, tapestries, enamel, prints, drawings, and sculptures.

The clipping also includes information about related events:

• A musical program by the Musical Foundation of Hartford on Sunday, March 14, at 4 PM.
• A series of gallery talks by various experts, including Charles Cunningham, Roland Redmond, and others.
• Concerts by the Wadsworth Atheneum Symphony Orchestra, with special programs featuring organ and piano music.

The exhibition is part of a larger effort to connect art from the Wadsworth Atheneum with other institutions such as the Pierpont Morgan Library, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The clipping concludes by mentioning that the exhibition will be accompanied by a series of lectures and special events.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New Haven Register, dated March 23, 1957. The article is titled "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ."

Key points from the article include:

1. Exhibition Overview:

   • The exhibition titled "The Life of Christ" is a major display of artworks focusing on the life of Jesus Christ.
   • The exhibition opened on March 23, 1957, and will run through Easter, closing on April 22.

2. Curatorial Approach:

   • The exhibition includes a wide range of objects, from paintings and sculptures to illuminated manuscripts, tapestries, and other decorative arts.
   • The collection spans from the birth of Jesus to his crucifixion and resurrection.
   • It features works from various regions, including Europe and the Near East, emphasizing the global impact of Christ's life.

3. Curator’s Vision:

   • Charles C. Cummings, director of the museum, aimed to present a comprehensive view of Christ's life by showcasing a variety of art forms and periods.
   • The exhibition includes works from the 12th century to the present, with a focus on the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
   • Cummings highlighted the importance of these periods in depicting the divinity and humanity of Christ.

4. Notable Contributions:

   • The exhibition includes loans from prominent institutions such as the Pierpont Morgan Library, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Walters Art Gallery, the Cloisters, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
   • Works are also on loan from various other collections and private individuals.

5. Public Engagement:

   • The exhibition is expected to draw significant interest, with an estimated 25,000 visitors.
   • Various special events and programs are planned in conjunction with the exhibition.

6. Additional Information:

   • The clipping includes an inset advertisement for the Bullitt's Jewelers Press Clipping Bureau, which provides clipping services.

Overall, the article details a significant cultural event in Hartford, showcasing a diverse and extensive collection of art centered around the life of Jesus Christ.

The image is a press clipping from Buflebels' Press Clipping Bureau, dated Saturday, 7/3/21. The article is about an upcoming exhibition at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, Connecticut, titled "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ."

Key points from the article:

1. Exhibition Title and Theme: The exhibition is called "The Life of Christ" and aims to illustrate the current season's art with a focus on the life of Jesus Christ.

2. Opening Date and Duration: The exhibition will open to the public on March 25 and continue through Easter week.

3. Featured Artists: The exhibition will feature works from notable artists such as Albrecht Dürer, El Greco, Rembrandt, and contemporary artists like Georges Rouault and Frank Jewett Mather Jr. Additionally, works from early Italian masters and artists from the fifteenth century will be displayed.

4. Content: The exhibition will showcase a variety of art forms, including:

   • Decorative arts: Chalices, crucifixes, altar-pieces, illuminated manuscripts, embroideries, tapestries, enamels, prints, and drawings.
   • Paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
   • Works by Pieter Brueghel, Lorenzo di Credi, and others.

5. Notable Pieces: Among the highlights are works by J. Pierpont Morgan and the Wadsworth Atheneum's own collection, including a significant piece by Albrecht Dürer.

6. Guided Tours: Guided tours will be available for groups wishing to visit the exhibition.

7. Special Events: The article mentions that various special events, including three previews of operas, are planned in conjunction with the exhibition.

The article emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the exhibition, which aims to present a wide array of religious art and artifacts to illustrate the life of Christ through different periods and styles.

This image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau. The header includes the company's name "Burrelle's," indicating it was established in 1888, along with a location "165 Church Street - New York," and a phone number "Barclay 7-5371." The clipping is from the New Haven, Connecticut, Register, with a circulation number provided for both daily (D. 81,238) and Sunday (S. 77,462) editions. The date stamped on the clipping reads "MAR 19 1948."

The article is titled "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ," detailing an art exhibition hosted at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, which opened during Lent. It highlights that the exhibition focuses on the depiction of various aspects of the life of Christ, from the Tree of Jesse to the Pentecost. The article mentions that the catalogue lists over 90 exhibits, and references are made to how the subject matter varies across different regions and centuries.

The latter part of the text emphasises the decorative arts, mentioning Charles C. Cunningham, the museum's director, and describes the range of works on display: illuminated manuscripts, embroideries, tapestries, sculptures, ivory carvings, jewelry, and more. It also notes that the artworks date from the seventh century A.D. to the present, with majority contributions between the twelfth and seventeenth centuries encompassing Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque periods.

The article provides some context about the significance of the loans from various institutions, including the Pierpont Morgan Library and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and mentions other museums contributing to the exhibition like the Walters Art Gallery of Baltimore, the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Fogg Museum at Harvard, and others.

There is a small cutout in the article that likely contained additional text, and it is positioned over a section discussing special events and music performances in connection with the exhibition. The article ends mentioning special events planned in relation to the exhibition.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with a reference to the New Haven, Conn. Register. The date stamped on the clipping is March 21, 1948.

The headline reads: "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ."

The article details a major exhibition titled "The Life of Christ" held at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford. It opened during the Lenten season with a private viewing for members featuring a performance by the Weitzner String Quartet of New York. The exhibition will be open through the fourth Sunday after Easter, closing on April 25.

The article explains that the exhibition is unique because all objects included depict various aspects of the life of Christ, from His ancestors (the Tree of Jesse) to the Pentecost. The catalog features over 90 episodes from Jesus' life with quotations from the Gospels, the Apocryphal New Testament, and other sacred writings used by artists over time.

The exhibition aims to stress Christ's Ministry and Passion rather than His infancy. It emphasizes decorative arts over painting, highlighting various forms such as illuminated manuscripts, embroidery, tapestries, sculptures, ivory carvings, jewelry, enamels, and prints, comprising nearly 250 exhibits.

The works span from the Seventh Century A.D. to the present, predominantly from the Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. The article notes the connection with J. Pierpont Morgan and institutions lending outstanding works, including the Pierpont Morgan Library and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, among others.

Several museums have contributed pieces including the Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore, the Cleveland Museum of Art, and the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard.

Special events tied to the exhibition include three organ and choral music programs by the Julius Hartt Musical Foundation on Sunday afternoons at 4 o'clock (April 11 and 25). Gallery talks or lectures illustrated with colored lantern slides will precede these concerts at 3 o’clock. An annual members' reception will be held on March 31 to mark the 35th anniversary of the death of J. Pierpont Morgan. Special gallery talks will be given on Tuesday, March 23 at 3 P.M.

Schools, churches, and other groups intending to visit are invited to arrange guided tours at least a week in advance.

The image is a clipping from a newspaper with a headline "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ." The clipping is from the "Buffelles Press Clipping Bureau" located in New Haven, Connecticut. The clipping contains an article about an exhibition at the Hartford Art Foundation that focuses on the life of Christ. The exhibition is described as a unique collection of objects, including illuminated manuscripts, tapestries, enamels, drawings, and other works of art, that span from the Seventh Century to the present day. The exhibition aims to provide a comprehensive view of the life of Christ through various artistic periods and styles. The article also mentions that the exhibition will run through April 25th and includes a schedule of special events, such as organ and choral concerts, gallery talks, and guided tours.

The image shows a scanned page from the New Haven Register, dated March 23, 1928, as indicated by the header. The page is part of the Buffelles Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1885, located at 165 Church Street, New Haven, Conn. The article is titled "Hartford Opens Exhibition On Life Of Christ" and discusses an art exhibition being held at the Hartford Art School.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Exhibition Overview:

   • The exhibition, titled "The Life of Christ," is described as "the major gallery which the school has ever shown."
   • It is open this fortnight, starting on Lent, which is noted to be on March 21.
   • The exhibition features works from the Hartford Art School, with a focus on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

2. Exhibition Highlights:

   • The exhibition includes unique objects such as illuminated manuscripts, embroideries, tapestries, enamels, prints, drawings, and other works of art.
   • The collection spans various periods, including the Renaissance and Baroque, with a focus on Christian art.
   • The exhibition aims to showcase the divinity and humanity of Christ, emphasizing decorative arts over purely religious or narrative themes.

3. Exhibition Details:

   • Opening Hours: The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, with no admission charge.
   • Special Events:
     • Gallery Talks: Scheduled for March 23 at 3 P.M.
     • Group Tours: Arranged by appointment, at least a week in advance.
     • Organ Recitals: Three programs are planned in connection with the exhibition.

4. Exhibition Context:

   • The exhibition is curated by Charles C. Cunningham, director of the Hartford Art School.
   • The works are intended to illustrate the life of Christ through various artistic mediums, including illuminated manuscripts, embroidery, tapestries, enamels, prints, drawings, and other works of art.
   • The exhibition draws from the Morgan Library and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford.

5. Additional Notes:

   • The article mentions that the exhibition includes works from many well-known collections, such as the Pierpont Morgan Library and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
   • The exhibition is part of a broader effort to showcase Christian art and its evolution over centuries, with a particular emphasis on the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

Visual Elements:

• The page has a classic newspaper layout, with columns of text and a header that includes the newspaper's name, establishment date, and location.
• The article is written in a formal, descriptive tone typical of newspaper reporting from the early 20th century.
• The header includes the logo of the Buffelles Press Clipping Bureau, indicating that this is a clipped article from a newspaper archive.

Summary:

The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the New Haven Register dated March 23, 1928, announcing an art exhibition titled "The Life of Christ" at the Hartford Art School. The exhibition features a diverse collection of Christian art, including illuminated manuscripts, embroideries, tapestries, and other works, with a focus on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The exhibition is open to the public without charge, with special events such as gallery talks and organ recitals planned. The article highlights the collaboration with major art institutions and emphasizes the educational and artistic value of the exhibition.