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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 19, 1949. The article, titled “CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM”, is subtitled “Hoyt Collection of Great Value” and was written by Alice Lawton.

The clipping, printed on aged, yellowed paper, announces that over 1,000 rare objects from the distinguished collection of Asiatic art assembled by the late Charles Bain Hoyt of Camden, Maine, and Cambridge, Massachusetts, are to be donated to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts according to his will. The donation was announced by museum director G. H. Edgell.

The article notes that connoisseurs consider the Hoyt collection of “the finest of its kind,” and claim it would be impossible to duplicate today, even with ample funds. The collection, assembled over 40 years, includes Chinese and Korean ceramics (notably from the Tang and Sung dynasties), Chinese sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. Few pieces had been previously exhibited at the Boston Museum or the Fogg Museum.

Most of the collection had been housed in Mr. Hoyt’s residences — his Cambridge home, located next to the historic Longfellow House and once owned by Bishop Lawrence, and his chalet in Switzerland. The Cambridge house is noted as an impressive example of early federal architecture and now belongs to Harvard University.

The article highlights that Hoyt’s Chinese pottery and porcelain are chiefly from the early Tang and Sung dynasties, and his Korean collection is so complete that experts doubt it could be matched, even in Korea.

Physical Details:

• The clipping is rectangular, slightly creased, and exhibits signs of aging — yellowed paper with some slight discoloration and two small red handwritten marks (possibly “128” or “188”) near the subtitle.
• The header clearly states “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” along with the address: “180 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.”
• The article text is typewritten in a classic serif font, typical of mid-20th century newspapers.

Overall, the clipping is a historical record documenting a major cultural gift to Boston’s art institutions, emphasizing the uniqueness and immense value of the Hoyt Collection.

The image is a news clipping from a Boston newspaper dated May 19, 1949. The headline reads "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM" and the subheadline states "Hoyt Collection of Great Value" by Alice Lawton. The clipping is about the donation of the Hoyt Collection of Asian art to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The collection, assembled by the late Charles Bain Hoyt over 40 years, is valued for its rarity and significance. The collection includes Chinese and Korean ceramics, bronze and metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. The article mentions that the collection was exhibited at the Boston Museum and the Fogg Museum of Art, but most of the pieces were rarely seen by the public. The Hoyt residence in Cambridge is described as a notable example of early federal architecture and is now part of Harvard University. The article highlights the value and uniqueness of the Hoyt collection, particularly in the context of its rarity and historical significance.

This image is a news clipping from a Boston newspaper dated May 19, 1949. The headline reads "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM" and the subheading states "Hoyt Collection of Great Value." The article is written by Alice Lawton and discusses the donation of Charles Bain Hoyt's collection of Asiatic art to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

The text explains that the collection consists of more than 1000 rare objects, including Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. The collection is considered the finest of its kind and is of great value, with experts stating that it would be impossible to duplicate in the present-day market. The collection was assembled over a period of 40 years and has been housed in Mr. Hoyt's residences in Camden and Cambridge, as well as in his chalet in Switzerland.

The article also mentions that the late collector's Cambridge residence, situated next to the historic Longfellow House, is a notable example of early federal architecture and now belongs to Harvard University. The Chinese pottery and porcelain pieces in the collection are primarily from the early T'ang and Sung dynasties, and the Korean collection is so complete that connoisseurs believe it may be unmatched even in Korea.

The image appears to be a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 19, 1949. The clipping features an article about the donation of a valuable collection of ceramics to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The collection, known as the Hoyt Collection, consists of over 1,000 rare objects of Asiatic art, including Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculptures, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. The collection was assembled over a period of 40 years by the late Charles Bain Hoyt of Camden, Maine, and is considered to be of great value. The article highlights the significance of the donation and the impact it will have on the museum's collection of Asiatic art.

The image is a scanned page from a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated May 19, 1949, and is located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Massachusetts. The headline reads "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM." The article is titled "Hoyt Collection of Great Value," written by Alice Lawton. The article discusses the late Charles Bain Hoyt's collection of over 1,000 rare Asian ceramics, which will be donated to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The collection, which took 40 years to assemble, includes Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculptures, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. Some pieces have been previously exhibited at the Fogg Museum of Art and the Boston Museum of Art, but most have been housed in Mr. Hoyt's residence in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and in his chalet in Switzerland. The collection is considered by connoisseurs to be unmatched even in Korea.

The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 19, 1949, from the Boston, Mass. section. The headline prominently reads: "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM", indicating that a significant collection of ceramics is being donated to a museum in Boston.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Title and Source:

   • The article is titled "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM" and is attributed to Alice Lawton.
   • It is published in the Boston News Clip, located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.

2. Content Overview:

   • The article discusses the donation of more than 1000 rare objects comprising the distinguished collection of Asiatic art assembled by the late Charles Bain Hammond, Jr. of Cambridge, Ma.
   • These objects are to be added to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, making it an even more unique Asiatic department.

3. Significance of the Collection:

   • The Hoyt Collection is described as one of the finest of its kind and is considered so valuable that even museum authorities state it would be impossible to duplicate it in the present-day market.
   • The collection includes 40 years' assembled over a period of 40 years, featuring Chinese and Korean ceramics of the greatest rarity, along with Chinese sculpture, bronzes, and metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items.

4. Exhibition and Accessibility:

   • A few pieces from the collection have been exhibited at the Boston Museum of Art and the Fogg Museum of Art, but the greater number are rarely seen by the public.
   • These pieces are housed in Mr. Hoyt’s residence in Cambridge, which is also his chalet in Switzerland.

5. Background on Mr. Hoyt:

   • Mr. Hoyt was a detached and objective collector.
   • His late Cambridge residence, known as the historic Longfellow House, is situated next to the Battles-Lawrence House on Brattle Street and is considered a notable example of early federal architecture.
   • The porcelain pieces are chiefly of the early T’ang and Sung dynasties, and his Korean collection is so complete that connoisseurs consider it doubtful if it could be matched even in Korea.

Visual Description:

• The article is presented in a typewritten or printed format, typical of newspaper clippings from the mid-20th century.
• The text is clean and legible, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The layout includes a bold headline and subheadings that guide the reader through the key points.
• The article is monochromatic, likely scanned from a physical newspaper or microfilm copy.

Context:

• The article highlights the cultural and historical significance of the donation, emphasizing the rarity and value of the Asiatic art collection.
• It underscores the importance of preserving and displaying such artifacts in a public museum setting, making them accessible to the public.

This clipping provides insight into the cultural heritage and museum acquisitions of the time, reflecting the value placed on Asian art collections in the mid-20th century.

The image shows a small vertical collage of old newspaper clippings mounted on a gray background. There are two clipped pieces stacked together. The top piece is a white card that reads “BOSTON NEWS CLIP,” with an address, and a blue stamp date of MAY 19 1949. The bottom piece is a larger beige newspaper clipping with a bold headline: “CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM” and a subheading “Hoyt Collection of Great Value.” It includes byline “BY ALICE LAWTON” and a column of text describing the Hoyt collection of Asiatic art, Chinese and Korean ceramics, and its connection to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The overall look is a vintage archival clipping.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Boston News Clip," located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass. The section of the newspaper shown is related to the "Post" in Boston, Massachusetts, and the date provided is May 19, 1949. The headline reads "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM," subtitled 'Hoyt Collection of Great Value'. The article is by Alice Lawton.

The excerpt talks about a donation of over 1000 rare objects to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, part of a distinguished collection of Asiatic art assembled by Charles Bain Hoyt. It mentions that this collection is considered the finest of its kind. The text acknowledges the impossibility of duplicating such a collection in the present-day market due to its rarity and value.

The Hoyt collection reportedly features 40 years' worth of Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculptures, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. A few of these pieces had been exhibited at the Boston Museum and also at the Fogg Museum of Art, but the majority had rarely been seen by the public and were housed at Mr. Hoyt's residences.

Additionally, the article briefly describes the late collector's residence in Cambridge, which is adjacent to the historic Longfellow House on Brattle Street and once belonged to Bishop Lawrence. This residence is noted for being an example of early federal architecture and is now a part of Harvard University. The Chinese pottery and porcelain from the collection are primarily from the early T'ang and Sung dynasties, and the Korean collection is deemed so complete that experts doubt it could be matched even in Korea. There is a red mark on the clipping, possibly made by a marker or a pen.

The image is a newspaper clipping titled "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM Hoyt Collection of Great Value," dated May 19, 1949, and published in a Boston newspaper. Written by Alice Lawton, the article discusses the donation of over 1,000 rare objects from the collection of Charles Bain Hoyt to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The Hoyt Collection includes Chinese and Korean ceramics of great rarity, as well as Chinese sculptures, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. The collection, which had been assembled over 40 years, is praised for its uniqueness and quality, considered irreplaceable in the modern market.

The article also highlights Hoyt's personal residences in Camden, Cambridge, and Switzerland, where much of the collection had been privately housed. The Hoyt Collection includes several pieces from early T’ang and Sung dynasties, as well as a comprehensive Korean collection, noted for being unmatched even within Korea. The clipping mentions Hoyt's Cambridge residence next to the historic Longfellow House, now owned by Harvard University. Markings in red ink highlight part of the text, suggesting emphasis or editorial notes.

This image is a newspaper clipping titled "CERAMICS TO HUB MUSEUM" with the subtitle "Hoyt Collection of Great Value" written by Alice Lawton. The clipping is dated May 19, 1949, and is from the Boston News Clip, located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.

The article discusses a collection of more than 1000 rare objects of Asiatic art assembled by the late Charles Bain Hoyt of Camden, Maine, and Cambridge, which are to be added to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts' Asiatic department. The collection is described as one of the finest of its kind, and even if purchase funds were available, it would be impossible to duplicate it in the present-day market.

The Hoyt collection was assembled over 40 years and features Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other items. Some pieces have been exhibited at the Boston Museum and the Fogg Museum of Art. However, many items have rarely been seen by the public as they were housed in Mr. Hoyt's residences in Camden, Cambridge, and his chalet in Switzerland.

The article also mentions the late collector's Cambridge residence, near the historic Longfellow House on Brattle Street, which now belongs to Harvard University. The collection includes Chinese pottery and porcelain pieces primarily from the early T'ang and Sung dynasties and a comprehensive Korean collection considered unmatched even in Korea.