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This image displays a vintage news clipping from the Herald newspaper in Boston, Massachusetts, dated June 13, 1950.
The article is a tribute or obituary for Thomas Whittemore, described as “probably the greatest of Byzantine scholars of the century.” It announces his death at the State Department in Washington, D.C., while he was on one of his annual visits to raise money for the uncovering and preservation of the Byzantine mosaics in Hagia Sophia (Santa Sophia) in Constantinople — a church built by Justinian I between 532 and 537.
The clipping notes that Whittemore was born 79 years earlier in Cambridge, educated at Tufts, Harvard, and Oxford, and was remarkably successful early in his career. His most notable achievement was gaining the trust of Turkish leader Kemal Atatürk, who granted him permission to work on Hagia Sophia. For 18 years, Whittemore led efforts to uncover and restore its mosaics. Plaster casts of these mosaics are mentioned as being viewable at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge — this detail is underlined in red ink on the clipping.
The article concludes with a reflection on his unfinished work, suggesting that his zeal and dedication will inspire others to continue his mission.
Visually, the clipping is creased, yellowed with age, and appears to have been archived or cataloged, as evidenced by a handwritten “128F” in red ink near the top. A small beige tab above the main article reads “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” and gives an address: “120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.” — likely the location of the clipping service or archive where this piece was collected. The newspaper’s name, “Herald,” and date are stamped below the tab.
In essence, this is an archival artifact honoring a pioneering scholar of Byzantine art whose work had lasting cultural and historical impact.
The image shows a news clipping from the "Herald" newspaper in Boston, Massachusetts, dated June 13, 1950. The headline is "Thomas Whittemore," and the article provides background information about the author, Thomas Whittemore, who was a renowned Byzantine scholar.
The text highlights Whittemore's work on uncovering and preserving the Byzantine art treasures of the Santa Sophia in Constantinople. It notes that he died in 1950 while in Washington, D.C., during one of his annual visits to the United States to raise funds for his project.
The article also mentions Whittemore's education at Tufts, Harvard, and Oxford and his collaboration with Kemal Atatürk, the Turkish leader, who granted him permission to care for Santa Sophia. It describes Whittemore’s efforts to unearth and restore some of the greatest mosaics of history, with plaster casts of these originals displayed at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
The text concludes by discussing the unfinished nature of Whittemore's work and expresses confidence that others will continue his legacy and finish his project. The clipping is labeled with a stamp "128F" and has some handwritten notes, including the date "Jun 13 1950."
This image shows a scanned copy of a historical newspaper clipping from "The Boston Herald," dated June 13, 1950. The clipping is titled "Thomas Whittemore" and provides an obituary or commemorative piece about Dr. Thomas Whittemore, described as "probably the greatest of Byzantine scholars of the century."
The article details his life and work, noting that Whittemore died at the State Department in Washington, D.C., while on one of his annual trips to raise funds for the preservation of the great Byzantine art treasures of the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople. It mentions that he was born in Cambridge 79 years ago and was educated at Tufts, Harvard, and Oxford. His career was highlighted by his gaining the confidence of Kemal Atatürk, the Turkish leader who allowed him to care for the Hagia Sophia.
The article further explains that for eighteen years, Dr. Whittemore had been uncovering the secrets of the church, restoring some of the greatest mosaics of history. It also mentions that plaster casts of these mosaics can be seen at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
The piece concludes by reflecting on the unfinished nature of Whittemore's work, suggesting that his dedication and zeal will inspire others to continue his legacy. The clipping includes some handwritten markings, such as "128F" and underlined text, possibly for archival or organizational purposes. The address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." is also included at the top of the clipping.
The image shows a clipping from a newspaper, specifically the Boston News Clip, published on June 13, 1950. The clipping is about Thomas Whittemore, a notable figure in Byzantine studies. The text describes his life and achievements, highlighting his dedication to uncovering and preserving Byzantine art treasures, particularly the mosaics of the Church of Santa Sophia in Constantinople (now Istanbul). Whittemore's work was instrumental in restoring these historical artworks, and his efforts were funded through his annual visits to the United States. The clipping also mentions his education and career, emphasizing his contributions to the field of Byzantine art and his legacy in preserving cultural heritage.
The image shows a clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 13, 1950, featuring an article about Thomas Whittemore, a renowned Byzantine scholar. The clipping is mounted on a gray background and includes an overlay with the headline "Thomas Whittemore" at the top. The article discusses Whittemore's life and achievements, particularly his work in uncovering and preserving the Byzantine art treasures of the Santa Sophia in Constantinople, a church built by Justinian I between the years 532 and 537. Whittemore gained the confidence of Kemal Ataturk, the Turkish leader, to care for Santa Sophia for eighteen years. The article reflects on the unfinished nature of Whittemore's work at the time of his death, expressing hope that others will continue his efforts.
The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip dated June 13, 1950, originating from the Boston Herald. The article is titled "Thomas Whittemore" and provides an obituary or tribute to the individual.
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The article begins by noting that Thomas Whittemore, described as "probably the greatest of Byzantine scholars of his century," had died. It mentions that he passed away at the State Department in Washington, D.C., during one of his annual visits to the country, where he raised funds for the preservation of Byzantine art treasures.
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The article reflects on the unfinished nature of Whittemore's work, acknowledging that his death might seem tragic. However, it emphasizes that individuals of such energy and dedication often leave behind work that continues to inspire others. The article suggests that Whittemore's dedication to his cause will ensure that his efforts are carried forward by others.
The image captures a historical tribute to Thomas Whittemore, highlighting his significant contributions to the preservation of Byzantine art and architecture, particularly his work on Santa Sophia. The article underscores his legacy and the enduring impact of his scholarly efforts.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 13, 1950. The clipping is titled "Thomas Whittemore" and features a column of text about the life and work of Thomas Whittemore, an American archaeologist and historian.
Overall, the image provides a brief overview of Thomas Whittemore's life and work as an archaeologist and historian, highlighting his contributions to the field and his interest in preserving cultural heritage.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 13, 1950. The article is about Thomas Whittemore, who was expected to be one of the greatest Byzantine scholars of the century but died before completing his work. He had been uncovering and preserving Byzantine art treasures in Constantinople, including a church built by Justinian I between 532 and 537. The article also mentions that Whittemore was born in Cambridge 79 years ago and educated at Tufts, Harvard, and Oxford, and that his interests and career were fabulous from the first. Most outstanding was his gaining the confidence of Kemal Ataturk to an extent which led this Turkish leader to grant him permission to care for Santa Sophia. For eighteen years Dr. Whittemore has been uncovering the great secrets of that famous church. Some of the greatest mosaics of history have been unearthed and restored. Plaster casts of originals may be seen at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The fact that the man's work was unfinished might seem at first a tragedy beyond his death. But are men of such energies ever through with their work? We think not and, moreover, that an understanding of the zeal that Dr. Whittemore put into his great work will make it the more certain that others will see it through.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping on a gray background, with the clipping itself being yellowed and aged. The clipping is titled "Thomas Whittemore" and features a lengthy article about his life and accomplishments.
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Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of Thomas Whittemore, a renowned Byzantine scholar. The aged and yellowed clipping adds to the sense of history and nostalgia, making the image a compelling and informative visual representation.
The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, accompanied by a smaller card, set against a light gray background.
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