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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping, identified by a header at the top as a “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” from “120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.” It is dated MAY 19 1949 and bears a handwritten red number “138F” and the typed word “Monitor” (likely indicating the newspaper it was clipped from).

The headline of the article reads:
“Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art”

The article details a significant gift to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts: a private collection of more than 1,000 items donated by Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge, Massachusetts. The collection, described as possibly the finest private collection of Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, and prints, was bequeathed to the museum in Hoyt's will, which was filed in Rockland, Maine.

Key points from the article include:

• The collection had been largely unseen by the public, residing in Hoyt’s homes in Camden, Maine, and Cambridge, Massachusetts, as well as at his chalet in Switzerland.
• Parts had previously been on loan to the Fogg Art Museum (Harvard University) and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
• George H. Edgell, director of the Boston museum, described Hoyt as an extremely detached and objective collector with an infallible artistic eye.
• The gift represents about 40 years of collecting and is considered among the finest Oriental art in the world, drawing attention from international connoisseurs.
• Museum officials stated it would be impossible to duplicate the Hoyt collection even with funds available, due to the rarity and quality of the pieces.
• Hoyt was described as an objective, impartial, and professional collector whose keenest interest was in pottery and porcelain pieces from the Tang and Sung dynasties. His Korean collection is noted as being believed unmatched even in Korea itself.

The clipping is physically aged, with yellowed paper and slightly frayed edges, consistent with its 1949 origin. It is mounted on a light grey background for display or archival purposes.

The image is a newspaper clipping from "Boston News Clip," dated May 19, 1949, from the "Monitor" in Boston, Massachusetts. The headline reads, "Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art." The article discusses the Boston Museum of Fine Arts acquiring a significant collection of oriental art through a gift from Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge. The collection includes items such as Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, and bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other art objects. The article highlights the expertise of Charles Bain Hoyt in collecting oriental art and mentions that the collection is considered one of the finest private collections of its kind. The museum authorities also note the exceptional quality of the collection, stating it would be challenging to duplicate in today's market.

This image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Monitor, dated May 19, 1949. The headline reads "Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art." The article discusses the Boston Museum of Fine Arts receiving a significant gift of over 1,000 items from the private collection of Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge. The collection is described as one of the finest private collections of Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, and bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other nearly priceless art objects.

The article mentions that parts of the collection have been on loan to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, but most of it has never been seen by the general public. It was housed in Mr. Hoyt's homes in Camden, Maine, Cambridge, Mass., and at his chalet in Switzerland.

George H. Edgell, the director of the Boston museum, describes Mr. Hoyt as an extremely detached and objective collector with an infallible artistic eye. The gift to the museum represents about 40 years of search for the finest oriental art and is considered irreplaceable in the present-day market.

The article also notes that Mr. Hoyt had a keen interest in pottery and porcelain pieces from the early period, notably the T'ang and Sung dynasties, and his Korean collection is believed to be unmatched even in Korea itself.

The image shows a piece of paper that appears to be a newspaper clipping. The clipping has a header that reads "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and "120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass." It is dated May 19, 1949, and is from the Monitor Boston, Mass. The clipping has a red stamp that reads "128F" and "Ar."

The clipping is about the Boston Museum of Fine Arts receiving a collection of Asian art. The collection, which is estimated to be the finest private collection of Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, and bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other nearly priceless art objects, was donated by Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge.

The collection has been on loan to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, but most of it has never been seen by the general public. George H. Edgell, director of the Boston museum, described Mr. Hoyt as "an only detached and objective collector and one whose artistic eye was infallible." The gift to the museum represents about 40 years of search for the finest examples and is believed to meet the highest standards of artistic collecting.

The museum authorities stated that even if purchase funds were available, it would be impossible to duplicate the Hoyt collection in the present-day market. Mr. Hoyt evidenced an objective, impartial, and wholly professional attitude toward his own and others' art objects, and because of his connoisseur's eye, he was often able to pick up at low prices objects of greatest rarity. The museum's collection is believed to be unmatched ever in its keenness.

The image is a clipping from the Boston News Clip Monitor, dated May 19, 1949. The clipping features an article titled "Museum Gets Collection of Oriental Art." The article discusses the acquisition of a significant collection of Asiatic art by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. This collection, left to the museum by Charles Bain Hoyt, is considered one of the finest private collections of Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other nearly priceless art objects in the United States, if not in the world.

Charles Bain Hoyt, a private collector, left his collection to the museum on loan from his home in Camden, Maine, and his chalet in Switzerland. The collection was described as detached and objective by George H. Edgell, the director of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Hoyt's collection attracted the attention of connoisseurs worldwide, reflecting the highest standards of artistic collecting.

The article also mentions that even with purchase funds available, it would be impossible to duplicate the collection in the present-day market. Hoyt exhibited an objective, impartial, and wholly professional attitude toward his collection, often picking up objects at low prices, which were usually of greatest rarity. His keen interest in pottery and porcelain pieces from the Tang and Song dynasties, particularly his Korean collection, was unmatched even in Korea itself.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 19, 1949, and originating from Boston, Massachusetts. The headline reads:

"Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art"

The article discusses a significant donation of a private collection of Asiatic art to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Key points from the article include:

1. The Collection:

   • The collection is described as one of the finest private collections of Chinese and Korean bronzes, Chinese sculpture, ceramics, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other priceless art.
   • It was bequeathed by Charles Bain Hoyt, a collector from Maine, who passed away in 1948.
   • Hoyt's will stipulated that the collection be given to the museum.

2. Value and Significance:

   • The collection is estimated to be worth over 1,000 items, making it one of the best in the United States.
   • George H. Edgell, director of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, praises Hoyt as an extremely detached and objective collector whose collection represents 40 years of search.
   • The collection is noted for its high standards of artistic collecting, drawing attention worldwide as a reflection of the highest standards of art.

3. Loan and Display:

   • Parts of the collection had previously been loaned to institutions such as the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
   • Most of the collection had never been publicly displayed, as Hoyt kept it in his homes in Camden, Maine, and Cambridge, Switzerland.

4. Hoyt’s Legacy:

   • Hoyt was known for his objective and impartial attitude toward art, often acquiring pieces at low prices that were later recognized as masterpieces.
   • His collection includes notable items such as an early Sung dynasty porcelain piece and a Tang dynasty collection of unmatched value in Korea itself.

5. Museum’s Response:

   • The museum expresses gratitude for the gift, noting that even if funds were available to purchase such a collection, it would be impossible to duplicate the Hoyt collection in the present-day market.

The article highlights the historical and cultural importance of the donation, emphasizing the museum's acquisition of a world-class collection of Oriental art.

• The image shows a vertical collage of vintage newspaper clippings on a gray background.
• At the top is a small white clipping with “BOSTON NEWS CLIP,” an address (120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.), and a date stamp reading May 19, 1949.
• Below it is a larger tan-colored article with a large headline: “Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art.”
• The story describes the Boston Museum of Fine Arts receiving a private collection of Asiatic art from Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge, including Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculpture, bronzes, paintings, prints, and other objects.
• It mentions the collection’s prior loans to the Fogg Art Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, its long private history, and Hoyt’s distinguished collecting eye.
• The clipping includes names such as George H. Edgell (director) and Kojirō Tomita (curator), and notes the collection’s significance and rarity.

This image shows a newspaper clipping. The header at the top indicates it's a "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." It appears to be addressed to "Monitor, Boston, Mass." The date stamp on the newspaper clipping is "MAY 19 1949," and there is a handwritten note, possibly a filing code, "138F."

The newspaper article headline reads "Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art." The article describes the augmentation of the Asiatic art collection at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, already considered one of the best in the United States. The collection was improved by a gift of over 1,000 items that constituted the private collection of Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge.

It mentions that parts of this collection had been on loan to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The collection, not previously seen by the public, includes Chinese and Korean ceramics, Chinese sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other art objects considered nearly priceless.

The article notes comments from George H. Edgell, the director of the Boston museum, and Kojiro Tomita, the curator of Asiatic art at the museum. It underscores the value and uniqueness of the collection, Mr. Hoyt's connoisseurship, and his distinguished manner of collecting, particularly emphasizing his interest in pottery and porcelain from early periods and Korea.

The text at the end becomes harder to read due to the image resolution. The general sentiment expressed by the museum authorities suggests that replicating the Hoyt collection in the present-day market would be impossible, even if the necessary purchase funds were available.

This is a newspaper clipping from the "Boston News Clip" service dated May 19, 1949. It is an article about the Boston Museum of Fine Arts acquiring a significant collection of Asian art. The collection, originally owned by Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge, includes over 1,000 items featuring Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculptures, bronzes, paintings, prints, and other valuable artifacts. The article describes Hoyt as a discerning and objective collector, emphasizing his deep knowledge and ability to secure rare and exquisite pieces. It mentions that some of the collection had been on loan to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, but most had been privately housed. Hoyt's collection, noted for its uniqueness and rarity, especially Korean art, was described as nearly impossible to replicate due to its quality and significance. The gift is attributed to Hoyt's 40 years of collecting, and it has been heralded as a significant boon for the museum.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 19, 1949. The headline reads, "Museum Gets Collection Of Oriental Art."

The article discusses the Boston Museum of Fine Arts receiving a significant gift of more than 1,000 items from the private collection of Charles Bain Hoyt of Cambridge. The pieces include Chinese and Korean ceramics, sculpture, bronzes, metal objects, paintings, prints, and other valuable art objects. The collection was considered one of the finest private collections of Asiatic art in the world.

Parts of Hoyt's collection had previously been on loan to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Most of the collection had not been seen by the public before, as it was housed in Hoyt's homes in Camden, Maine, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a chalet in Switzerland.

George H. Edgell, director of the Boston Museum, described Hoyt as a detached, objective collector with an infallible artistic eye. The gift represents about 40 years of collecting the finest Oriental art. Kojiro Tomita, the museum's curator of Asiatic art, noted the collection drew worldwide attention for its high artistic standards.

Museum authorities mentioned it would be impossible to duplicate the Hoyt collection in the current market, even if funds were available. Hoyt was described as professional and impartial, with a keen interest in pottery and porcelain from the Tang and Sung dynasties. His Korean collection was considered unmatched even within Korea itself.