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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

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The image appears to be a scan of a newspaper clipping dated July 14, 1948, from the "Democrat and Leader" in Davenport, Iowa. The clipping is titled "EXPERT EXAMINES GALLERY PIECES." It features a photograph and a text description.

The photograph shows a man in a light-colored coat and hat, seemingly an expert, examining or pointing at a painting. The painting itself is not fully visible, but it appears to be a colonial-style artwork, possibly depicting a religious or historical scene. There are a few people, including women and children, gathered around him, observing the painting.

The text accompanying the photograph states that Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, is examining one of the paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery. Buck is gathering facts pertinent to Mexican art and will give a report to the Davenport gallery and the Fogg museum. The collection of Mexican colonial art at the Davenport gallery is described as one of the most complete in any gallery.

At the top of the image, there is a business card for "Burrell's Press Clipping Bureau," established in 1888, with an address in New York.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Davenport, IA. Democrat and Leader," dated July 14, 1948. The clipping is from a press clipping bureau named "Burrelle's," established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street in New York.

The clipping features a photograph of a man examining a painting. The caption reads:

"EXPERT EXAMINES GALLERY PIECES—Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard university, is shown examining one of the paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art gallery. Buck is gathering facts pertinent to Mexican art, and will give a report to the Davenport gallery, as well as the Fogg museum. The collection of Mexican colonial art here is one of the most complete in any gallery."

The photograph shows Richard Buck closely inspecting a framed painting, which appears to depict a religious scene with several figures. The painting is in a dark frame, and Buck is pointing at a specific part of it with a tool, possibly a magnifying glass or a small instrument for detailed examination. The setting suggests that this is taking place in a gallery or museum environment.

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The image shows a press clipping from the Davenport Democrat and Leader, dated July 14, 1948. The clipping features an article about Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The article highlights Buck's examination of one of the paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery. The collection of Mexican colonial art at the Davenport gallery is described as one of the most complete in any gallery, and Buck is gathering facts pertinent to Mexican art for the Fogg museum. The clipping is attached to a white card with the text "Buffelles Press Clipping Bureau" and a stamp with the date "JUL 14 1948" and the address "DAVENPORT, I.A. Democrat and Leader."

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper with a photograph and text. The clipping is from the "Press Clipping Bureau" and is dated July 1, 1948. The clipping is about Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The clipping features a black and white photograph of Richard Buck examining a painting in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery. The text describes the collection of Mexican colonial art at the Davenport gallery as one of the most complete in any gallery. The clipping is torn and has a small piece of paper with the words "Byfelles" and "DAVENPORT, I.A." written on it attached to the top left corner.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the Davenport Democrat and Leader, dated July 1, 1948. The clipping is part of a collection labeled as "Buffell's Press Clipping Bureau," established in 1888, with an address in New York (165 Church Street). The headline of the article is titled "EXPERT EXAMINES GALLERY PIECES" and features a photograph of Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

The photograph depicts Buck examining one of the paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery. The article mentions that Buck is gathering facts related to Mexican art and will provide a report to the Davenport gallery, as well as the Fogg Museum. It highlights that the collection of Mexican colonial art at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery is one of the most complete in any gallery.

The visual content includes a black-and-white photograph of Buck, dressed formally, closely inspecting a painting. The setting appears to be indoors, likely within the gallery, with several other individuals visible in the background, some engaged in conversation or observing the artwork. The overall tone suggests a focus on art conservation and the significance of the Mexican colonial art collection.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from July 1, 1948, featuring an article about Richard Buck's visit to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The clipping includes a photograph of Buck examining a painting in the Mexican colonial collection.

  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • Date: July 1, 1948
    • Source: Davenport, IA. Democrat and Leader
    • Circulation: 14,846 - 5,20,077
  • Article:
    • Title: "EXPERT EXAMINES GALLERY PIECES"
    • Author: Richard Buck
    • Topic: Buck's visit to the Fogg Museum of Art
    • Content: Buck examines a painting in the Mexican colonial collection
  • Photograph:
    • Image: Buck examining a painting
    • Description: Buck is shown examining a painting in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art gallery.
  • Additional Information:
    • Buck is a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard university.
    • The collection of Mexican colonial art here is one of the most complete in any gallery.

The newspaper clipping provides information about Richard Buck's visit to the Fogg Museum of Art and his examination of a painting in the Mexican colonial collection. The article highlights Buck's expertise in conservation and his interest in the collection. The photograph accompanying the article shows Buck examining the painting, providing a visual representation of the event. Overall, the clipping offers insight into Buck's work and his appreciation for the Mexican colonial collection at the Fogg Museum of Art.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping featuring an article about Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The clipping is dated July 14, 1948, and includes a photograph of Buck examining one of the paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art gallery.

Key Points:

  • Date: July 14, 1948
  • Article Topic: Richard Buck examining paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art gallery
  • Photograph: Shows Buck examining a painting
  • Collection: Mexican colonial art
  • Gallery: Davenport Municipal Art gallery

Additional Information:

  • The article mentions that Buck is gathering facts pertinent to Mexican art and will give a report to the Davenport gallery, as well as the Fogg museum.
  • The collection of Mexican colonial art is described as one of the most complete in any gallery.

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The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from July 1, 1948, featuring an article about a Mexican colonial art collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery. The clipping is accompanied by a label from Bucklelle's Press Clipping Bureau.

Clipping Details:

  • Date: July 1, 1948
  • Source: Davenport, IA. Democrat and Leader
  • Label: Bucklelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, with an address in New York

Article Content:

  • Title: "EXPERT EXAMINES GALLERY PIECES"
  • Image: A black-and-white photograph of Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, examining a painting in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery.
  • Text: The article discusses Buck's expertise in Mexican art and his role in gathering facts pertinent to the Davenport gallery's collection, as well as the Fogg museum's collection.

Visual Elements:

  • The clipping is yellowed and worn, with visible creases and tears.
  • The label is attached to the top of the clipping, with a stamp indicating the date "JUL 1 4 1948".
  • The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the world of art conservation and appreciation in the mid-20th century, highlighting the importance of expert analysis and the value of cultural institutions like the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, accompanied by a small paper note, set against a light gray background.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a man examining a painting.
  • The man is dressed in a white lab coat and hat, with his right hand raised as if touching the painting.
  • The painting depicts a religious scene with multiple figures.
  • Below the photograph, the headline reads "EXPERT EXAMINES GALLERY PIECES" in bold text.
  • The article discusses Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, who is examining one of the paintings in the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art gallery.
  • The article also mentions that Buck is gathering facts pertinent to Mexican art and will give a report to the Davenport gallery, as well as the Fogg museum.

Paper Note:

  • The note is rectangular and has a light brown color.
  • It features the name "Buckelle's" in cursive at the top, along with an address and phone number.
  • The note also includes the text "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU", "165 Church Street - New York", "DAVENPORT, IA.", "Democrat and Leader", "Cir. D. 14,846 - S. 20,077", and "JUL 1 4 1948".

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document showcasing an expert's examination of a valuable artwork, likely from the 1940s.

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper article dated July 1, 1948, from the Davenport, Iowa, Democrat and Leader. The article features a photograph of Richard Buck, a member of the department of conservation at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, examining a painting. The painting is part of the Mexican colonial collection at the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery.

The article mentions that Buck is gathering information on the collection to give a report to the Davenport gallery as well as the Fogg Museum. It highlights that the collection of Mexican colonial art at the Davenport gallery is one of the most complete in any gallery.

The press clipping bureau, Bukkelles, established in 1888, is noted at the top of the clipping with their address in New York. The clipping includes the circulation details of the newspaper: Cir. D. 14,846 - S. 20,077.