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The image is a press clipping from the Boston News Clip service dated March 27, 1949. It features an article titled "Fogg's Captive Barbarian Important New Accession" by Alice Lawton. The article discusses a marble statue head from the Roman Empire, which is a new acquisition for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The article highlights the significance of this marble bust, which is described as a "captive barbarian." The bust is noted for its representation of a barbarian, which is unusual for Roman art, as barbarians were typically depicted in a submissive or defeated posture. The article explains that this bust shows the barbarian in a more dignified manner, which is a rare and important find.

The bust was purchased from a New York dealer and is believed to date back to the time of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. The article also mentions that the bust will be part of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

Additionally, the image includes several labels from the Boston News Clip service, indicating the date and the publications from which the clippings were sourced, such as the Boston Herald and the Boston Post. There is also a label from Buzzell's Press Clipping Bureau in Waterbury, Connecticut.

Overall, the image captures a historical moment in art acquisition and the significance of the marble-headed barbarian statue to the Fogg Art Museum's collection.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from March 1949, specifically from the Boston area, featuring articles related to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • The clipping is from the "Boston News Clip" and the "Monitor," dated March 2, 1949.
   • It mentions a sculpture by Henry Moore, titled "Captive Barbarian," which is on display at the Fogg Museum.

2. Center Clipping:

   • The main article, titled "Fogg’s Captive Barbarian: Important New Accession," appears in the Boston Post.
   • This piece discusses a significant addition to the Fogg Museum's collection: a marble statue of a barbarian, dated around 100 AD.
   • The article explains the significance of this piece, highlighting that it is a valuable addition and its historical importance, including its possible origins and the context of Roman rule.

3. Center Right Clipping:

   • This article, titled "Marble-Headed Barbarian Gains Admission to Harvard," also from the Boston Post, March 27, 1949.
   • It details the Fogg Museum's acquisition of a barbarian statue fragment, emphasizing its historical and artistic value. The piece mentions that the fragment is a part of a larger statue and discusses its historical context and significance.

4. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • This is a "Boston News Clip" from the Herald, dated March 2, 1949.
   • It includes a section titled "Museum Lectures," mentioning a lecture by Lloyd Geerick, the associate director of the Whitney Museum of Art, New York, scheduled for March 17 at the Fogg Museum. The lecture is titled "The Dumbarton Oaks Research Center."

5. Bottom Right Clipping:

   • A small clipping from the "Babrelles Press Clipping Bureau," dated March 27, 1949.
   • It repeats the main points about the marble barbarian statue being added to Harvard's collection.

Overall, the clippings collectively highlight the acquisition and significance of the marble barbarian statue at the Fogg Museum, the educational events, and the museum’s ongoing efforts to enrich its collections.

The image shows a collection of press clippings and documents related to an artifact known as "Fogg's Captive Barbarian," which is a significant addition to the collections of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The clippings are mounted on a board, with various labels and dates.

1. Central Clipping (Largest):

   • Title: "Fogg's Captive Barbarian: Important New Accession"
   • Date: March 27, 1949
   • Description: This is the main article featuring a large image of the marble head of a barbarian. The article describes the artifact as a 22-inch portion of a colossal marble statue dating back to around 100 A.D. It mentions that the piece was acquired from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Harkness. The text provides historical context, suggesting that the statue likely represents a captive, possibly a Dacian, and was originally part of a larger composition.

2. Clipping on the Left:

   • Headline: "Museum Lectures"
   • Date: March 27, 1949
   • Description: This clipping mentions an upcoming lecture at the Fogg Museum about the history of the art of the United States, given by Lloyd Goodrich, associate director of the Whitney Museum of American Art.

3. Clipping on the Right:

   • Title: "Marble-Headed Barbarian Gains Admission To Harvard"
   • Date: March 27, 1949
   • Description: This article discusses the acquisition of the marble head by Harvard. It mentions that the head, a fragment of a larger statue, was a gift from Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Harkness. The article provides some background on the possible origins and significance of the piece, suggesting it may depict a barbarian, likely a Dacian, and was part of a decorative program in ancient Rome.

4. Labels and Notations:

   • Several labels indicate that these clippings are from the "Boston News Clip" service, with the address 180 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
   • The clippings are dated and organized, indicating that they were preserved as significant records of the event and the museum's acquisition.

Overall, the image captures a historical record of an important artifact acquisition by Harvard's Fogg Museum, along with related news coverage and events from 1949.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to the acquisition of an ancient Roman statue by a museum, specifically the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

1. Main Article: "Fogg's Captive Barbarian"

   • The largest clipping features a headline about the Fogg Art Museum's "important new accession," referring to the acquisition of a Roman marble statue from around 100 A.D.
   • The article is by Alice Lanwort, who describes the statue as a "captive barbarian," a depiction of a foreign prisoner.
   • The statue was recently acquired and is noted for its rarity and historical significance. It is a Roman interpretation of a Greek original.
   • The piece is described in detail, mentioning its broken arms and the facial features that suggest its barbarian identity.
   • The statue was purchased in Rome by Dr. Jacob Hirsch and was displayed in New York before being acquired by the Fogg Museum.

2. Additional Clippings:

   • Boston News Clip (Top Left): Mentions the shipment of a piece of ancient Roman sculpture by a subscriber, destined for Harvard University.
   • Boston News Clip (Middle Left): Reports that Harvard University has received a statue of a "Hun barbarian," donated by an alumnus from New York.
   • Boston News Clip (Bottom Left): Describes a lecture series at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts by various experts, including Eric Schroeder from the Fogg Museum.
   • Burrelle's Press Clipping (Right): Contains another article titled "Marble-Headed Barbarian Gains Admission To Harvard," discussing the same statue and its history. The article highlights the statue's value and the fact that it was restored and eventually donated to Harvard.

3. General Summary:

   • The articles collectively discuss the acquisition, description, and historical context of a Roman marble statue of a barbarian prisoner by Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum.
   • The statue's importance lies in its rarity, its historical and artistic value, and its origins as a Roman adaptation of a Greek work.
   • The acquisition was facilitated by donations and is considered a significant addition to the museum's collection.

The image shows a collection of news clippings and press releases related to the acquisition and exhibition of a significant archaeological artifact, specifically a marble head of a barbarian, by the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

1. Central Headline (Boston News Clip, March 2, 1949):

   • The headline reads "Fogg's Captive Barbarian Important New Accession."
   • The article discusses a marble head from a statue dating back to around 100 A.D., which is described as a valuable addition to the museum's collection. The head is believed to be a Roman depiction of a barbarian.

2. Details from the Article:

   • The head was found in the city of Rome and is noted for its lifelike depiction of a bearded man.
   • The piece is considered significant because it is one of the few surviving representations of a barbarian by Roman sculptors.
   • The head is part of a larger statue that was discovered in the Forum Boarium area of Rome.

3. Additional Clippings and Releases:

   • Herald (Boston, Mass.):

     • This clipping also mentions the acquisition of the barbarian head, highlighting its historical significance and the museum's efforts to acquire it.

   • Museum Lectures:

     • Announces a lecture by Lloyd Goodrich, the director of the Whitney Museum of American Art, on "Roman Art in America" at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

   • Press Clipping Bureau (Bazelle's, New York):

     • Another clipping with the headline "Marble-Headed Barbarian Gains Admission To Harvard."
     • This clipping provides additional context and background on the acquisition, describing the barbarian head as an important piece for the museum's collection.

   • Waterbury, Conn. Republican:

     • This clipping also details the acquisition of the barbarian head, emphasizing its rarity and the significance of its addition to the museum.

The news clippings collectively highlight the importance of the newly acquired marble head of the barbarian, its historical context, and the museum's efforts to incorporate it into their permanent collection. The articles underscore the rarity and artistic value of the piece, making it a noteworthy acquisition for the Fogg Museum of Art.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a press clipping bureau label, all related to the acquisition of a marble statue by Harvard University's Fogg Museum of Art.

1. Main Headline Clipping:

   • The central and largest clipping is from the Boston Post, dated March 27, 1949. It features a large photograph of a marble statue with the headline "Fogg's Captive Barbarian Important New Accession." The article discusses the acquisition of a 2nd-century Roman marble statue, identified as a "Captive Barbarian," which is part of the Fogg Museum's collection.

2. Details of the Clipping:

   • The article by Alice Lawton explains that the statue, originally from the collection of Elizabeth Ellery of New York, is a fragment of a larger sculpture. It was first exhibited in Harvard's John Harvard Statue Room and then acquired by the Fogg Museum.
   • The statue is described as a representation of a captured barbarian, likely a Germanic or Celtic warrior, with a strong, determined expression.
   • The article also mentions the historical context of such statues, noting that they were often used to commemorate victories and the strength of the Roman Empire.

3. Additional Clippings:

   • There are smaller clippings from different newspapers and sources, dated March 27, 1949, detailing the same acquisition and the significance of the statue.
   • One clipping from the Herald, also dated March 27, 1949, describes the statue as a barbarian head being added to Harvard's collection and mentions its historical context.
   • Another clipping from the Boston News Clip section of the Boston Herald, dated March 27, 1949, provides further details on the statue’s acquisition and significance.

4. Press Clipping Bureau Label:

   • A label from "Bazelles, Press Clipping Bureau" is visible, indicating that these clippings were collected and organized by this service. The label includes the name "Fogg" and the date March 27, 1949.

5. Additional Notes:

   • The label at the bottom of the clippings mentions an event titled "Museum Lectures" with details about a lecture by Lloyd Goodrich on "Byzantine Wall Painting" at the Fogg Museum on March 30, 1949.

Overall, the image highlights the acquisition and significance of the "Captive Barbarian" statue by Harvard's Fogg Museum of Art, detailing its historical background and the museum's new accession.

The image is a photograph of a collection of newspaper clippings pinned or pasted onto a board or a page. The clippings are a variety of sizes and contain headlines, articles, and a fragmented image that appears to be part of a statue. The clippings are from the "Boston News Clip" service, and the content seems to relate to museums, lectures, and an accession referred to as a "Marble-Headed Barbarian," indicating it could be related to an artifact or exhibition. Specific details from the articles are not clearly visible due to the resolution of the image. There is a stamp from "Byzella's" in the bottom right corner which is likely the company that provided the clipping service. The dates visible on the clippings suggest they are from 1949. There is noticeable wear and tear on the paper, as well as discoloration, suggesting age. There are also holes indicating that the paper has been pinned or tacked to a surface.

The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings pasted onto a light brown sheet of paper. The clippings are related to a marble-headed barbarian statue that has been acquired by the Fogg Museum and admitted to Harvard.

1. The central and largest clipping is an article titled "Fogg's Captive Barbarian Important New Accession," featuring a black-and-white photo of the statue's bust (face blurred out). The article, written by Alice Lawton, discusses the statue, its dating back to about 100 A.D., and its significance as a new addition to the Museum of Art at Harvard University.

2. To the right of the main clipping is a smaller article titled "Marble-Headed Barbarian Gains Admission To Harvard," which describes the historical and artistic value of the statue, referring to it as an important Roman sculpture.

3. Surrounding these two main articles are other smaller clippings mostly labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," with headers indicating they come from sources such as the Monitor, Post, and Herald in Boston, all dated in March 1949.

4. There is also a clipping from the "Bytrelle's Press Clipping Bureau" in Waterbury, Connecticut, dated March 27, 1949.

5. Another small clipping provides information about Museum Lectures and lists Lloyd Goodrich as a speaker.

Overall, the page documents various news reports and announcements surrounding the acquisition and significance of a Roman statue referred to as the marble-headed barbarian, emphasizing the artifact's cultural and historical importance to Harvard University's art collection.

The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, containing several articles and advertisements related to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The main article is titled "Fogg's Captive Barbarian Important New Accession" and discusses the acquisition of a 34-inch marble statue of a bearded barbarian head, dating back to the Roman Empire around 100 AD. The article provides details about the statue's features, its potential identification as a barbarian chieftain, and the efforts to identify it further.

The image also includes other articles and advertisements related to the Fogg Museum, such as information about museum lectures, a mention of the museum's acquisition of a Roman marble head, and an advertisement for a Burrelles Press clipping bureau.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the activities and acquisitions of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University during that time period, showcasing its interest in ancient Roman artifacts and its efforts to identify and preserve them for educational purposes.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings from the Boston News Bureau, dated March 27, 1949. The clippings are neatly organized and appear to be part of an archive or scrapbook, likely from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Here’s a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

1. Top Section:

   • The top portion of the image shows a newspaper clipping titled "Fogg's Captive Barbarian Important New Accession."
   • The article discusses the acquisition of a significant artifact by the Fogg Art Museum. The headline emphasizes the importance of the new addition, which is a marble statue dating back to around 100 A.D.
   • The article is attributed to Alice Lawton and includes a photograph of the statue. The statue is described as a colossal marble head of a barbarian, identified as Fogg's Captive Barbarian.
   • The article mentions that the statue was purchased from a New York art dealer and is considered a valuable addition to the museum's collection.

2. Middle Section:

   • Below the main article, there is a smaller clipping titled "Marble-Headed Barbarian Gains Admission To Harvard."
   • This article provides further details about the same statue, emphasizing its historical and artistic significance. It describes the statue as a marble-headed barbarian that was originally part of a larger sculpture, likely from the Roman period.
   • The article notes that the statue was found in Italy and was once part of a Christian church, where it was repurposed as a column. It was later identified as a Roman work and acquired by the Fogg Museum.
   • The article highlights the statue's unique features, such as its barbarian hairstyle and attire, and its importance in understanding ancient Roman art and culture.

3. Left Sidebar:

   • The left sidebar contains additional clippings and annotations:
     • Top Left: A label indicating the source as "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass. with a date stamp of MAR 27 1949.
     • Middle Left: Another clipping titled "Museum Lectures", mentioning events at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, including a lecture by Lloyd Goodrich on Andre Grabar and the Dumbarton Oak Panel Research.
     • Bottom Left: A smaller clipping with the same header, "BOSTON NEWS CLIP", but no additional details are visible.

4. Right Sidebar:

   • The right sidebar includes a logo for "Bufelle's Press Clipping Bureau", established in 1881, located at 165 Church Street, New York. It also lists the clipping as part of the Waterbury Republican from Waterbury, Conn., dated Mar. 27, '49.

Visual Elements:

• Photograph: The central image shows a detailed photograph of the marble head of the barbarian statue. The head is carved in a classical style, with a beard and a stern expression, typical of Roman portraiture.
• Text: The articles are typed in a clear, formal font, typical of newspaper print from the mid-20th century. The text is well-preserved, with minimal wear or discoloration.

Contextual Details:

• Date: All clippings are dated March 27, 1949, indicating that this was a significant event for the Fogg Art Museum and the art world at the time.
• Source: The clippings are from reputable sources, including the Boston News Bureau and the Waterbury Republican, suggesting the importance of the acquisition.
• Annotations: The clippings include stamps and labels, such as "Monitor Boston, Mass." and "Post Boston, Mass.", indicating they were part of an organized archive or monitoring system.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment in the world of art and archaeology, showcasing the acquisition of a significant ancient artifact by a prestigious museum. The clippings provide context about the statue's origin, its artistic and historical value, and its integration into the museum's collection. The organized layout and detailed annotations suggest that these clippings were part of a curated archive, likely for research or historical documentation purposes.