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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

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The image is a clipping of a newspaper article with the headline "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard." The article reports that Richard D. Buck, a noted art authority, has been appointed as the conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The announcement was made by Provost Paul H. Buck. As conservator, Richard Buck is responsible for preserving and restoring works of art.

Concurrently with his appointment, Buck was granted a year's leave of absence to serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings at the National Gallery in London. He will also teach English museum authorities his technique for conserving canvas.

The article provides background information about Buck, stating that he was formerly a member of the international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report." He previously taught art at Wheaton College and served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. A native of Middletown, N.Y., Buck received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934. He has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937.

The clipping is dated April 12, 1949.

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The image is a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads: "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard." The article details the appointment of Richard D. Buck as the conservator of Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum, announced by Provost Paul H. Buck.

The text describes Buck's responsibilities, which include preserving and restoring works of art. Alongside his new role, Buck was granted a year's leave of absence to advise on preserving old paintings at the National Gallery in London and to teach his techniques for conserving canvas to English museum authorities.

The article mentions Buck's background, including his previous role as a member of an international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report." It also notes that he previously taught art at Wheaton College and served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. Buck is a native of Middletown, N.Y., and received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934. He has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937.

The newspaper clipping appears to be from the year 1949, as indicated by the handwritten date "1949" at the top left corner.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping dated April 12, 1949. The headline reads "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard."

The article details the appointment of Richard D. Buck, a noted art authority, as the conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The appointment was made by Provost Paul H. Buck. The conservator's role involves preserving and restoring artworks.

The article also mentions that Buck was granted a year's leave of absence to serve as an advisor for preserving old paintings to the National Gallery in London and to teach his technique for conserving canvas to English museum authorities.

Buck's background is highlighted:

  • He is a former member of the international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report."
  • He previously taught art at Wheaton College.
  • He has served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston.
  • He is a native of Middletown, New York.
  • He received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934.
  • He has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937.

The clipping has handwritten notes and some markings, likely indicating notes or corrections made by someone reading or processing the article.

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The image shows a yellowed newspaper clipping with the headline "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard." The article, dated April 12, 1949, announces that Richard D. Buck has been appointed as the conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, responsible for preserving and restoring works of art. Additionally, Buck was granted a year's leave to advise the National Gallery in London on preserving old paintings and to teach his conservation techniques to English museum authorities. The article highlights Buck's experience as a former member of the international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report," his teaching role at Wheaton College, and his service at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. A native of Middletown, N.Y., Buck received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. in 1934. He has been associated with the Fogg Museum's conservation department since 1937.

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The image is a newspaper clipping announcing the appointment of Richard D. Buck as the Conservator of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. Here are the key details from the article:

  1. Appointment Announcement:

    • Richard D. Buck, a noted art authority, has been named Conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The announcement was made by Provost Paul H. Buck.
  2. Responsibilities:

    • As Conservator, Richard Buck will be responsible for preserving and restoring works of art.
  3. Additional Commitments:

    • Simultaneously with his appointment, Buck has been granted a year's leave of absence.
    • During this leave, he will serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings at the National Gallery in London.
    • He will also teach English museum authorities his techniques for conserving canvas.
  4. Background and Experience:

    • Buck was previously a member of the international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report."
    • He has taught art at Wheaton College.
    • He has served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston.
    • A native of Middletown, N.Y., Buck received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934.
    • He has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937.

The article highlights Buck's extensive experience and significant contributions to the field of art conservation.

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The image is a vintage newspaper clipping from 1949. The headline reads "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard."

The article details the appointment of Richard D. Buck as the conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. In this role, Buck is responsible for preserving and restoring works of art. Along with this appointment, Buck was granted a year's leave of absence to serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings at the National Gallery in London. He was also tasked with teaching English museum authorities his technique for conserving canvas.

Buck is described as a noted art authority and a former member of an international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report." Prior to this appointment, he had taught art at Wheaton College and worked at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. Born in Middletown, New York, Buck received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934. He has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937. The article is dated July 12, 1949.

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The image is a newspaper clipping with the headline: "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard."

The article announces that Richard D. Buck, a noted art authority, has been appointed conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. Provost Paul H. Buck made the announcement. The conservator's responsibilities include preserving and restoring works of art.

Along with the appointment, Buck was granted a year's leave of absence to serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings at the National Gallery in London. Additionally, he will teach English museum authorities his technique for conserving canvas.

The article notes that Buck is a former member of the international committee that submitted the "Weaver Report." He formerly taught art at Wheaton College and served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. He is a native of Middletown, New York, and received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934. He has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937.

There is a handwritten date or note at the top of the clipping, but it is partly obscured.

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This is a photograph of an aged newspaper clipping. The headline reads "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard". The text below the headline describes the appointment of Richard D. Buck as the conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that Provost Paul H. Buck announced the appointment, and that Richard D. Buck is responsible for preserving and restoring works of art.

There is additional information about Richard D. Buck's simultaneous appointment and a year's leave of absence to serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings to the National Gallery in London. He is also to teach English museum authorities his technique for conserving canvas. The article includes details about Buck's past experiences, such as his teaching at Wheaton College, his work at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, and his academic history at Harvard. It notes that he has been associated with the Fogg Museum since 1937.

At the top left corner of the clipping, there are handwritten scribbles which appear to be the number "26" followed by other marks that are more difficult to interpret. It's not clear what this handwritten annotation pertains to. The backdrop behind the newspaper clipping is gray.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping or a printed article titled "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard." The article is dated April 12, 1949, as indicated by the handwritten notation at the top left corner of the document. The content of the article announces the appointment of Richard D. Buck as the conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. Key details from the article include:

  1. Appointment Details: Richard D. Buck, a noted art authority, has been appointed as the conservator of the Fogg Art Museum. This announcement was made by Provost Paul H. Buck.

  2. Responsibilities: As conservator, Buck is responsible for preserving and restoring works of art.

  3. Leave of Absence: Concurrent with his appointment, Buck was granted a year's leave of absence to serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings for the National Gallery in London. During this time, he will also teach English museum authorities his technique for conserving canvas.

  4. Background Information:

    • Buck is a former member of the international committee that submitted the “Weaver Report.”
    • He previously taught art at Wheaton College and served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston.
    • He is a native of Middletown, New York, and received his A.B. from Harvard in 1927 and his A.M. from Harvard in 1934.
    • Buck has been associated with the conservation department of the Fogg Museum since 1937.

The article is presented in a clean, typed format with clear headings and structured paragraphs, typical of a news clipping. The overall tone is formal and informative, focusing on Buck's qualifications and new role at the museum. The document appears to be preserved or displayed, possibly as part of an archive or exhibit.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Richard Buck Named Conservator of Fogg Museum at Harvard." The clipping features a picture of Richard D. Buck, who has been appointed conservator of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The conservator is responsible for preserving and restoring works of art. Simultaneously with his appointment, Buck was granted a year's leave of absence so he could serve as an adviser in preserving old paintings to the National Gallery in London. He will also teach English museum authorities his technique for conserving canvas.