BOSTON NEWS CLIP

150 Tremont Street

Boston, Mass.

Courier
Cambridge, Mass.
MAY 26 1949

Thursday, May 26, 1949

Museum Of Fine Arts Receives Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection

The Boston Museum of Fine Arts announced today that it has been left the distinguished collection of Asiatic art by the late Charles Bain Hoyt of 101 Brattle Street, over a period of forty years. This collection, which is one of the finest of its kind in the world, contains more than one thousand items of notable rarity. The collection has been on loan and exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, but the remainder of the collection, which has been housed in Mr. Hoyt's residence, will now be transferred to the Museum of Fine Arts. Maine, and his chalet in Switzerland.

The collection features Chinese and Korean ceramics of the greatest rarity, Persian rugs, and metal objects, paintings and prints, and other items. It is a collection that is both esthetic and objective in its character, and is one that is widely known, but it draws the envy of connoisseurs all over the world. According to Dr. F. O. Mathews, Curator of Asiatic Art, the collection is the finest of its kind in the world, and reflects the very highest standards of artistic collecting and taste. The collection will be used to strengthen the already outstanding Asiatic collections, which are regarded as the finest in the world, and of the greatest interest to the public.

Mr. Hoyt was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 1858, the son of James J. Hoyt, a Union Army officer of the Civil War and descendent of the first American Hoyt, who settled in the country in the early 1600s. He was educated at Lawrence Scientific School, N. J., and traveled extensively in the Orient, where he developed a deep and lasting interest in the arts of the Far East. He was a great collector of Chinese and Korean ceramics, and his collection of Korean pottery and porcelain is one of the finest in the world. His collection of Korean art is so complete that it is said that it could be matched even in Korea itself.

Hoyt is described by his friends as quiet and reserved, and as a man who had a great love for beautiful things. His attitude towards his own collection was that of an artist, and he was objective, impartial and professional in his approach to it. Although he was a man of great means, Mr. Hoyt was able many times to pick up objects of art for a few dollars, and the Museum authorities said today that the collection, which is now available, would be impossible to duplicate in the present day.

Mr. Hoyt's residence in Cambridge is one of the most important examples of domestic architecture in this city, situated next to the Harvard Union. Originally built in 1806, it was at one time occupied by John Quincy Adams, and is known as the Charles Hoyt House, a notable example of Early Federal architecture. It is now the property of Harvard University.

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Header and Publication:

• The newspaper is from the Boston News Clip located at 150 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.
• The clipping is from the Courier, Cambridge, Mass.

Content:

• The Boston Museum of Fine Arts announced the donation of a significant collection of Asian art to them.
• The collection, known as the Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection, was donated by Charles Hoyt, who was a connoisseur of Asian art.
• The collection includes over 1,000 items, mainly ceramics, paintings, and other art objects, showcasing Chinese and Korean artistry.

Details of the Collection:

• The items are diverse, ranging from ceramics to paintings and prints, and include objects from the Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties.
• The collection is described as one of the finest in the world, especially in the field of Asian art.

Charles Hoyt’s Background:

• Hoyt was born in Kensington, Connecticut, and served in the Union Army during the Civil War.
• He had a passion for Asian art and traveled extensively, particularly in the Orient.
• Hoyt's collection is noted for its wide variety and depth, reflecting his extensive knowledge and appreciation of art.

Collection Significance:

• Museum authorities stated that the collection was of such high caliber that it would be impossible to duplicate even in the present day.
• Hoyt resided in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in a notable historic house built in the Federal style.

Architectural Note:

• The residence of Charles Hoyt is mentioned to be a significant piece of early Federal architecture and is currently owned by Harvard University.

The article emphasizes the importance of Hoyt’s collection to the Museum of Fine Arts and the historical and artistic value it brings to the institution.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Boston News Clip," dated Thursday, May 26, 1949. The article is titled "Museum of Fine Arts Receives Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection."

The article announces that the Boston Museum of Fine Arts has received the distinguished collection of Charles Hoyt of 101 Braille Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, over a period of forty years. Hoyt's collection is described as one of the most notable private collections of its kind in the world, consisting of over 1,000 items of notable rarity and beauty, including Chinese, Korean, and Japanese ceramics, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. The collection is noted for its quality and objectivity, having been acquired without bias.

The article provides background on Charles Hoyt, born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, who served as a Union Army officer during the Civil War. Hoyt was a self-taught collector who traveled extensively to study art, particularly in the Orient. He is described as a reserved, quiet, and modest man who loved beautiful things and was objective and impartial in his collecting.

The collection was previously housed in Mr. Hoyt's residence in Cambridge, which was considered a notable example of early Federal architecture. Museum authorities stated that Hoyt's collection was so comprehensive that it would be impossible to duplicate it in the near future.

The article also mentions that Hoyt's residence, located at 101 Braille Street, was a property of Harvard University.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated Thursday, May 26, 1949. The headline reads, "Museum Of Fine Arts Receives Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection."

The article announces that the Boston Museum of Fine Arts has received a distinguished collection of Asiatic art from Charles Bain Hoyt of 101 Brattle Street. This collection, amassed over 40 years, is considered one of the finest of its kind in the United States, comprising over 1,000 items including pottery, paintings, prints, and metal objects. The collection was previously loaned to the Fogg Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts but is now permanently housed in the latter.

The collection includes Chinese and Korean ceramics, metalwork, paintings, and prints. It is noted for its high standards and rarity, and it is expected to significantly enhance the museum's existing Asian art collection.

Charles Hoyt, born in Kensington, Massachusetts, was a prominent collector with a deep interest in Oriental art. He served as a Union Army officer during the Civil War and was also a Harvard graduate. Hoyt's collection spans various dynasties and is considered unparalleled in completeness.

Hoyt was known for his meticulous collecting and his ability to identify beautiful and valuable items. The article mentions that Hoyt's home on Brattle Street was an example of early Federal architecture.

The museum authorities emphasized the rarity and significance of the collection, suggesting that it would be impossible to duplicate.

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Here are the key points detailed in the article:

1. Announcement of the Collection:

   • The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has received the distinguished collection of Asiatic art amassed by Charles Bain Hoyt of 101 Brattle Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

2. Background of Charles Hoyt:

   • Charles Hoyt, over a period of forty years, developed the collection with the guidance of connoisseurs and experts.
   • The collection is noted for containing over one thousand items of notable rarity, which have been on loan and exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts for the past decade.

3. Content of the Collection:

   • The collection features Chinese and Korean ceramics, representing some of the greatest periods of these arts.
   • It includes bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other objects, primarily intended for scholarly research rather than being decorative.

4. Charles Hoyt's Life and Career:

   • Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 1876, Hoyt graduated from Harvard University in 1898 and received a Master of Arts in 1901.
   • He was part of the 9th Battalion of Infantry during World War I and was educated at the Law School of the University of Wisconsin.
   • Hoyt was particularly interested in the arts of the Far East, especially Chinese pottery and porcelain, and was a collector of Korean ceramics.

5. Personal Attributes:

   • Hoyt was described by friends as a reserved individual with a keen love for beautiful things.
   • He was noted for his aesthetic and intellectual approach to collecting and was an objective observer.

6. Living Arrangement:

   • Hoyt lived in a house in Cambridge designed by the noted architect H. H. Richardson, a notable example of early Federal architecture.

The article concludes by emphasizing the significance of the Hoyt collection and its importance to the Museum of Fine Arts.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated Thursday, May 11, 1949. The headline reads: "Museum of Fine Arts Receives Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection." The article reports that the Boston Museum of Fine Arts has acquired a significant collection of Asiatic art from the late Charles Hoyt of Cambridge, Massachusetts. The collection, gathered over 40 years, includes more than 1,000 pieces and is considered one of the finest private collections in the United States.

Key points from the article include:

1. Collection Highlights: The collection features Chinese and Korean ceramics, including pieces from the Sung and Ming dynasties, as well as paintings, bronzes, and metal objects.

2. Charles Hoyt's Background: Hoyt, a graduate of Harvard University, was a curator of Asiatic art at the Fogg Museum and a professor at Harvard. He was known for his expertise in Chinese and Korean art and his extensive travels in Asia.

3. Personal Life: Hoyt was married to Elizabeth Goodale, and they had two children. He was also known for his love of gardening and his contributions to the community.

4. Museum's Acquisition: The collection was bequeathed to the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and will be displayed in a new wing of the museum. The article mentions that the collection is not yet available for public viewing but will be soon.

5. Additional Information: The article also briefly mentions a traffic accident involving a trolley car and a truck near the Longfellow Bridge in Cambridge.

The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, located at 189 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

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The article explains how the Boston Museum of Fine Arts announced the acquisition of the distinguished collection of Asiatic art collected by the late Charles Bain Hoyt of 101 Brattle St. over forty years. It notes the collection is considered by connoisseurs to be one of the finest of its kind in the world and contains more than one thousand items of notable rarity. Some parts have been previously exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. However, most of the collection had rarely been seen publicly, residing instead at Hoyt's residences in Cambridge, Camden, Maine, and his chalet in Switzerland.

The collection is described as featuring Chinese and Korean ceramics, ancient and rare Chinese sculpture and bronzes, metal objects, paintings and prints, which made it highly regarded among connoisseurs. The article notes Mr. Hoyt's ability to procure items of great rarity at low prices, making the collection irreplaceable in the present-day market.

Charles Hoyt is mentioned as being from Kenosha, Wisconsin, and as a Union Army officer's son as well as a descendant of Jonathan Edwards. He was educated at Lawrenceville School, traveled extensively, particularly in the Orient, and was devoted to collecting Chinese pottery and porcelain pieces.

It concludes by referring to Mr. Hoyt's residence in Cambridge, which is noted as an example of domestic architecture in the city and is now the property of Harvard University.

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The article announces that the Boston Museum of Fine Arts received a distinguished collection of Asiatic art gathered by the late Charles Bain Hoyt of 101 Brattle Street over a period of forty years. The collection is highly regarded and considered one of the finest of its kind in the world, containing more than one thousand items of notable rarity. Parts of the collection had been on loan and exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, but most had been rarely seen publicly.

The collection features Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, and prints. Mr. Hoyt was highly detached and objective as a collector, which contributed to the collection's esteemed reputation. Mr. Kojiro Tomita, Curator of Asiatic Art, mentions the collection reflects very high artistic standards and strengthens the Boston Museum's position in Asiatic collections.

The article also provides biographical information about Charles Hoyt: born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, son of Col. James J. Hoyt, educated at Lawrenceville School in New Jersey, and well-traveled, especially in the Orient. His collection of Chinese pottery and porcelain pieces, notably from the Tang and Sung dynasties, is described as nearly unmatched.

Mr. Hoyt is described as aloof, reserved, and objective in his passion for collecting art, and was able to acquire rare objects at low prices. Museum authorities commented it would be impossible to duplicate the collection today.

Finally, it mentions Mr. Hoyt's Cambridge residence, known for its early Federal architecture, located next to the historic Longfellow House on Brattle Street, once occupied by Bishop Lawrence and now owned by Harvard University.

The image shows a clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 26, 1949, with a headline that reads "Museum Of Fine Arts Receives Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection." The clipping includes an article about the Boston Museum of Fine Arts receiving a distinguished collection of Asiatic art gathered by the late Charles Bain Hoyt over a period of forty years. The collection is considered one of the finest of its kind in the world, with more than one thousand items of notable rarity. Some parts of the collection have been on loan and exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts, but the remainder has been housed in Mr. Hoyt's residence in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The collection features Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculptures, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, and prints, among other items. The article also mentions that the Hoyt collection will go far in strengthening the existing collection of the Boston Museum's Asiatic collections, which are regarded as the finest in the world outside of the Orient.

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Key Details from the Article:

1. Announcement:

   • The Boston Museum of Fine Arts announced the receipt of the Charles Hoyt Asiatic Art Collection, left by the late Charles Hoyt.

2. Origin and Condition:

   • The collection was bequeathed by Hoyt, who was a prominent figure in the art world. It consists of over 40 years of accumulated items, with many in remarkable condition.

3. Scope of the Collection:

   • The collection includes more than one thousand items, making it one of the largest of its kind.
   • Notable pieces include Chinese and Korean ceramics, paintings, sculptures, calligraphy, metal objects, greatings and prints, and other items.

4. Exhibition and Public Access:

   • The collection was on loan and exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, before being transferred to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
   • The remainder of the collection was stored in Maine, and the chief features were swivel chairs.

5. Charles Hoyt's Background:

   • James Hoyt was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 1863, and was a Union Army veteran of the Civil War.
   • He was a partner in the firm of Johnston & Hoyt, which was involved in the founding of the Lawrence Scientific School at Harvard University.
   • Hoyt traveled extensively in the world, particularly in the Orient, and collected items from China, Korea, and other regions.

6. Notable Aspects of the Collection:

   • The collection was considered extremely rich and objective in its contents, drawing early worldwide attention.
   • It was regarded as one of the very finest collections of Asiatic art ever assembled.
   • The collection was described as far surpassing the already outstanding Asiatic collections in the world.

7. Charles Hoyt's Personality:

   • Hoyt was known for his quiet and reserved nature, with a love for beautiful things.
   • He was impartial and objective in his collecting, focusing on artistic merit rather than personal preferences.
   • He was also noted for his wide knowledge of the art world and his ability to pick up objects of the first order.

8. Legacy and Impact:

   • The article emphasizes the importance of the collection to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
   • It highlights Hoyt's residence in Cambridge, where he lived in a domestic architecture that was once called a notable example of Early Federal architecture.
   • Hoyt's legacy is tied to his passion for art and his contributions to the cultural heritage of the region.

Visual Elements:

• The clipping is typed text with a clean, formal layout typical of newspaper articles from the mid-20th century.
• The header includes the publication details: Boston News Clip, 130 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass., and the date Thursday, May 26, 1949.
• There is a handwritten note in red ink at the top left corner, possibly indicating a filing or cataloging reference.

Overall Impression:

The article conveys a sense of significance and admiration for both the collection and the collector, Charles Hoyt. It highlights the cultural and historical value of the Asiatic art pieces and the impact of Hoyt's legacy on the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the broader art community.