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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

ARCH.2003.30, Rendition: 802849

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper clipping archive. The page contains several clipped articles from various sources, all related to news events in 1949. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Boston News Clip (Top Left)

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: October 24, 1949
    • No additional details visible.
  2. Cancel Harvard Museum Party (Center Left)

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: October 24, 1949
    • Content: Announcement of the cancellation of a party at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, due to the illness of Mrs. John B. Coolidge.
  3. Boston News Clip (Middle Left)

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: October 31, 1949
    • No additional details visible.
  4. Boston News Clip (Bottom Left)

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: November 8, 1949
    • No additional details visible.
  5. Boston News Clip (Bottom Center)

    • Source: Providence Journal, Providence, R.I.
    • Date: November 1, 1949
    • Content: Article about two exhibitions opening at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum. The exhibitions include a collection of German Expressionist prints and an exhibition of works by the French painter Georges Laporte.
  6. Main Article (Right Side)

    • Source: Unclear, but likely from a newspaper.
    • Date: October 22, 1949
    • Content: An article titled "Harvard's Fogg Museum Staff 'Invisible Men' of Art World." The article discusses the behind-the-scenes work of the staff at the Fogg Museum, highlighting their contributions to the art world.

The page is organized with clips attached, likely for archival or reference purposes, and includes dates and sources for each clipping. The main article on the right side is the most extensive piece, focusing on the staff of the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Fogg Museum staff's archives, specifically from the 1940s. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Boston News Clip"
    • Date: October 24, 1949
    • Source: Record, Boston, Mass.
    • It mentions a cancellation of the Harvard Museum party.
  2. Middle Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Cancel Harvard Museum Party"
    • Date: October 24, 1949
    • The text states that due to a State Fire Inspection finding, the party was canceled.
  3. Below the Cancel Clipping:

    • Headline: "Boston News Clip"
    • Date: November 8, 1948
    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Includes a mention of a news item related to the Fogg Museum.
  4. Below the November 8 Clipping:

    • Headline: "Two Exhibitions to Open Tonight at School of Design Museum"
    • Source: Journal, Providence, R.I.
    • Date: November 1949
    • The article discusses two exhibitions:
      • "Master Drawings: New Acquisitions" from the Fogg Museum, featuring works by artists like Van Dyck and Rembrandt.
      • "Crayon Study by Results," showcasing various crayon drawings and sketches.
  5. Right Section:

    • Contains a large portion of text from a newspaper article, likely from the same period (1949), detailing various news items and possibly the events or activities related to the Harvard Fogg Museum, including:
      • Various mentions of artworks, exhibitions, and art-related events.
      • Detailed descriptions of specific art pieces and their significance.
      • Discussions on the historical and cultural importance of the items, including the acquisition and display of masterpieces.

The clippings appear to be focused on the activities and happenings at the Harvard Fogg Museum, reflecting both administrative decisions and significant art exhibitions or events during the late 1940s.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings and a page from Harvard’s magazine, all carefully pasted on a sheet of paper. The clippings are primarily from the Boston News Clip and the Christian Science Monitor, dated between October 24, 1949, and November 6, 1949. The articles cover various topics, including the cancellation of the Harvard Museum Party due to a polio epidemic, an art exhibition at the School of Design, and other news related to cultural events and developments in Boston. The Harvard’s magazine page, labeled as page sixteen, features an article titled “Invisible Menders of Art World,” which highlights the behind-the-scenes work of art restorers. The clippings and the magazine page are arranged in a somewhat structured manner, suggesting that the compiler intended to preserve these news items systematically.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to events and exhibitions at Harvard University's art museums, specifically the Fogg Museum. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Clipping (Boston e. Mass., Record, Oct 24 1949):

    • Title: "Cancel Harvard Museum Party"
    • Content: An article discussing the cancellation of a social event at the Fogg Art Museum. The decision was made by Harvard's President and Fellows due to the event's perceived lack of academic purpose. The event was intended to accommodate more attendees than the museum's usual capacity.
  2. Second Clipping (Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., Oct 3 1949):

    • Title: "Folk Museum of Art"
    • Content: The article discusses the establishment of the Warren Anatomical Museum, which is part of Harvard University. The focus seems to be on the museum's unique and varied collections.
  3. Third Clipping (Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., Nov 8 1949):

    • Title: Not explicitly mentioned but related to the Fogg Museum.
    • Content: This clipping mentions an upcoming exhibition of master drawings at the Fogg Museum, which will include works from various renowned artists and periods.
  4. Fourth Clipping (Journal Providence, R.I., Nov 7 1949):

    • Title: "Two Exhibitions to Open Tonight at School of Design Museum"
    • Content: This article announces two exhibitions at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum. The first exhibition is a collection of master drawings, including works by Goya, Rubens, and Rembrandt. The second exhibition features modern paintings by notable artists such as Picasso, Matisse, and Renoir.
  5. Right Side Column (Harvard's Fogg Museum Staff):

    • Title: "Invisible Members of Art World"
    • Content: This is a feature article that profiles the often unnoticed staff members of the Fogg Museum. It highlights the crucial roles played by these individuals in the day-to-day operations and preservation of the museum's collections. The article includes quotes and anecdotes about the behind-the-scenes work of the museum staff.

The clippings collectively provide a glimpse into the art scene at Harvard's museums in 1949, focusing on events, exhibitions, and the people who work to maintain and promote the collections.

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The image is a page from what appears to be a scrapbook or a clipping collection, specifically labeled "Harvard's Fogg Museum Staff: Invisible Members of Art World." The page is titled "Page Sixteen" and is dated October 23, 1949.

Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A Boston News Clip from October 24, 1949, reporting on a cancellation of a Harvard Museum party due to a ruling from the State Fire Inspector. The cancellation was announced by the President and Treasurer of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Middle Left Section:

    • A Christian Science Monitor article from October 31, 1949, discussing the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. This article includes a brief mention of the museum's collections and activities.
  3. Middle Section:

    • Another Boston News Clip from November 8, 1949, from the Christian Science Monitor, titled "Two Exhibitions to Open Tonight at School of Design Museum." The article describes two exhibitions: "Master Drawings: New Acquisitions of the Fogg Museum" and the Philip Hofer collection of watercolors.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • A Boston News Clip from November 8, 1949, titled "Art: Two Exhibitions to Open Tonight at School of Design Museum." This article provides a detailed description of the exhibitions, including specific works and artists involved. It mentions the exhibition of master drawings, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and other notable artists, and the watercolor collection by Philip Hofer.
  5. Right Section:

    • This section contains a larger article from the Providence Journal, dated November 1949, titled "Fogg Museum Adds to Its Collection of Old Masters." The article discusses the acquisition of a painting by Rembrandt, as well as other significant pieces in the museum's collection. It also mentions the Fogg Museum's reputation and the importance of its acquisitions.

Overall, the page highlights various activities and acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum during late 1949, including exhibitions, new acquisitions, and administrative decisions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a handwritten note, all attached to a piece of paper labeled "Harvard's Fogg Museum Staff: Invisible Members of Art World." Here’s a detailed breakdown:

  1. Handwritten Note:

    • The top of the page has a handwritten note in pencil that reads, "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," and "CANCEL HARVARD MUSEUM PARTY." It mentions a ruling from the State Fire Inspector regarding the Harvard Museum and suggests that the party should be canceled because of fire safety concerns.
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Top Left Clip (Record, Oct 24, 1948):

      • This clipping discusses a ruling from the State Fire Inspector that has led to the cancellation of a Harvard Museum party.
    • Middle Left Clippings (Christian Science Monitor, Oct 31 and Nov 8, 1948):

      • These clippings are from the Christian Science Monitor and pertain to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. One mentions a fire inspection and the other highlights an exhibition opening.
    • Middle Right Clip (Journal of R.I., Nov 1949):

      • This clipping is from the Providence Journal and discusses two exhibitions opening at the School of Design Museum. It mentions "Master Drawings" and "Art of the 19th Century," featuring works by various artists such as Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and others.
    • Right Side Clippings:

      • These clippings appear to be from various sections of the Boston News Clip. They are densely packed with text and contain articles and news about art exhibitions, art history, and museum events. One article discusses a "Rembrandt Drawing," another mentions the "Art of the 19th Century," and several others focus on various art exhibitions and historical artifacts.
  3. Page Numbering:

    • The top right corner of the page has handwritten numbers "PAGE SIXTEEN" and "5."

Overall, the page appears to be a compilation of news articles related to the Harvard Fogg Museum and other art-related events, with particular emphasis on fire safety issues and exhibitions.

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The image shows a brown scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are mostly related to the Fogg Museum, Harvard, and art exhibitions. They include:

  1. A small clipping from the "Record" Boston, dated Oct 24, 1949.
  2. A clipping about canceling a Harvard Museum party due to a ruling from the State Fire Inspector related to the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Two clippings from the "Christian Science Monitor," Boston, one dated Oct 31, 1949, and another dated Nov 8, 1949.
  4. A clipping from the "Journal" Providence, R.I., dated Nov 17, 1949, about two exhibitions opening at the School of Design Museum.
  5. A large clipping on the right side titled "Harvard's Fogg Museum Staff 'Invisible Menders' of Art World," from the Boston Sunday Herald, dated October 23, 1949, discussing staff and activities related to the Fogg Museum.

Some of the clippings have handwritten notes or markings in red ink. There are also two holes punched on the left side of the page, indicating it might have been stored in a binder.

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This image shows an assortment of newspaper clippings which appear to be dated from 1949, as indicated by the dates shown on the clippings (e.g., "OCT 24 1949," "OCT 31 1949," "NOV 8 1949," and "NOV 11 1949"). These are from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," likely to be a service or section from a newspaper, and one clipping has a mention of "Christian Science Monitor" which suggests at least one clipping is from that publication.

Each clipping has a headline along with its corresponding text, discussing various events and news related to art and exhibitions. The visible headlines include "CANCEL HARVARD MUSEUM PARTY," referencing an event at Harvard, and "Two Exhibitions to Open Tonight at School of Design Museum," which hints at art exhibitions taking place.

The clippings have been placed onto a larger, worn backing sheet or board, which has some discoloration, creases, and holes. The outer edges of the paper mount, as well as the back of the clippings, are visible. Red markings seem to categorize or highlight certain parts of the text or headlines. The clipping arrangement on the board seems to have been done deliberately for ease of reading or perhaps for archival purposes.

There also appear to be notations or stamps, such as the one on the top right clipping that mentions "RECEIVED" with a date that is partly cut off and illegible. This suggests that the clippings were formally processed by a recipient, possibly for reference or research purposes.

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The image depicts a scanned document that appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely from the mid-20th century. The document is titled "Harvard's Egg Museum Invisible Menders of Art World" and is dated October 23, 1949, as indicated at the top right corner. The content is formatted in a newspaper-style layout, with multiple columns of text and several headlines and subheadings.

Key Features of the Document:

  1. Header Information:

    • The document is labeled as a "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from 150 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • It is dated October 24, 1949, and includes a record number OCT 24, 1949.
    • There is a stamp or notation indicating "CANCEL HARVARD MUSEUM PARTY" and a reference to a Beauty reception held on this date, suggesting it might be related to an event or announcement.
  2. Main Content:

    • The central text discusses the Harvard Museum, specifically referencing an "Egg Museum" and its connection to the "Invisible Menders of Art World."
    • The article highlights the museum's unique collection and its role in preserving and restoring art. It mentions "Harvard's Egg Museum" and "Invisible Menders of Art World," which could refer to a specific exhibit or theme within the museum.
  3. Additional Clippings:

    • The document includes several other clippings or excerpts from newspapers, such as:
      • "Christian Science Monitor" from November 8, 1949, discussing an art exhibition at the School of Design Museum.
      • "Providence Journal" from November 1, 1949, also referencing an art exhibition.
      • Another section mentions "Two Exhibitions to Open Tonight at Design Museum", detailing events related to art and design.
  4. Visual Layout:

    • The document is presented on aged, yellowed paper, suggesting it is a historical artifact.
    • The text is typed or printed in a monospaced font typical of newspaper clippings.
    • There are handwritten annotations and stamps, including a red "X" and the word "CANCEL" near the top, indicating some form of administrative or editorial action.
  5. Contextual Clues:

    • The mention of "Harvard's Egg Museum" and "Invisible Menders of Art World" implies a focus on a unique or specialized collection, possibly related to eggs or restoration techniques.
    • The references to art exhibitions and museum events suggest the document is part of a larger archive related to art, museums, and cultural events in Boston during the late 1940s.

Summary:

The image shows a historical document consisting of newspaper clippings from October 1949, centered around the Harvard Museum and its unique "Egg Museum" exhibit. The document also includes references to other art exhibitions and museum events, providing insight into the cultural and artistic activities of the time. The aged appearance and annotations suggest it is part of an archival collection.

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The image is a scanned copy of an old newspaper clipping, featuring a mix of text and graphics. The clipping is yellowed and has some creases and marks, indicating its age. The text is in black and white and is divided into several sections. The upper left section of the image has multiple labels, including "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and "CANCEL HARVARD MUSEUM PARTY." These labels suggest that the clipping is part of a collection or archive, possibly related to news events or clippings from the Boston area. The main body of the clipping contains an article titled "Harvard's Fogg Museum 'Invisible Members' of Art World," which discusses an exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Museum. The article mentions various artworks and artists, including drawings by Renoir and a collection of German furniture. The clipping also includes a list of artists and their works, indicating the exhibition's focus on European art. The image provides a glimpse into historical news coverage and the art world of the time.