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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Journal in Providence, Rhode Island, dated June 9, 1950. The headline reads "Byzantine Period Expert Dies at 79." The article reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore, a noted Byzantine scholar, who passed away suddenly on June 8, 1950, in Washington, D.C.

Key points from the article include:

1. Honorary Degree: Whittemore was honored with an honorary degree by Brown University the day before his death.
2. Career and Contributions: He was a significant figure in the study of Byzantine history and art. He had the full support of the Turkish government in his work, which included uncovering the Aya Sofya mosaics in Istanbul.
3. State Department Role: Whittemore was on his way to an appointment at the State Department as a consultant to the Republican foreign affairs adviser.
4. Background: Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Whittemore studied at Tufts College and Harvard University. He taught English and fine arts at Tufts and New York University.
5. Professional Affiliations: He was a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society and the Byzantine Institute.
6. Personal Life: Whittemore was unmarried.
7. Legacy: As director of the Byzantine Institute, he led efforts to uncover Byzantine mosaics, including those in the Sophia Church in Istanbul.

The article highlights Whittemore's contributions to the field of Byzantine studies and his impact on preserving and revealing historical artifacts.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New England Newsclip Agency, dated June 9, 1950. The article is titled "Byzantine Period Expert Dies at 79" and is published in the Providence, R.I. Independent, with a circulation of 45,527.

The article reports the death of Thomas Whittemore, a noted authority on Byzantine art, who was honored posthumously by Brown University with an honorary degree. Whittemore died suddenly the previous day in Washington, D.C.

Whittemore was on his way to an appointment at the State Department, where he was known for his work on foreign affairs. He was likely involved in discussions with Dulles, who was then the Secretary of State. The State Department issued a statement praising Whittemore for his contributions to the uncovering and restoration of the Aya Sofya mosaics in Istanbul, which are considered significant artistic achievements from the Byzantine Empire.

Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1871, Whittemore earned his A.B. degree from Tufts College in 1893, and his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1901. He taught English and fine arts at Tufts and New York University and was a member of several academic societies, including the Royal Geographic Society, the Society of Antiquaries, and the Archaeological Institute of America. Whittemore was also the director of the Byzantine Institute in Istanbul, where he worked on excavating and restoring ancient mosaics.

The clipping highlights Whittemore's significant contributions to the field of Byzantine art and archaeology over a span of 14 years in Istanbul, where he worked on uncovering ancient mosaics and restoring them to their former glory.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Providence Independent, dated June 9, 1950. The article is titled "BYZANTINE PERIOD EXPERT DIES AT 79" and reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore.

Key points from the article include:

• Thomas Whittemore, aged 79, was a noted Harvard authority on Byzantine art.
• Whittemore had been honored by Brown University with an honorary degree from the College of Arts and Sciences on the previous Monday.
• He passed away suddenly in Washington, D.C.
• Whittemore was on his way to an appointment with the State Department to discuss the importance of the Byzantine mosaics in Istanbul, Turkey.
• He was known for his significant contributions to uncovering the Aya Sofya mosaics in Istanbul, which had been covered for centuries.
• Whittemore was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on January 2, 1871. He obtained his A.B. degree from Tufts College and his Ph.D. from Harvard University.
• He taught English and fine arts at Tufts and New York University.
• Whittemore was a fellow of several prestigious societies, including the Royal Geographic Society, the Society of Antiquaries, and the American Academy in Rome.
• As director of the Byzantine Institute, he spent 14 years in Istanbul, working on the mosaics at the Hagia Sophia.
• His work involved bringing to light the Byzantine treasures and the contributions of Byzantine artists.

The article also includes a brief mention of his academic and professional affiliations and his dedication to Byzantine art and history.

The image is a newspaper clipping from June 9, 1950, from the Providence, Rhode Island edition of the Journal (m) Independent. The headline reads, "Byzantine Period Expert Dies at 79."

The article discusses the death of Thomas Whittemore, an authority on Byzantine art. Whittemore was 79 years old at the time of his passing. The following details are provided:

• He received an honorary Brown University degree last Monday.
• Whittemore was a Harvard authority on Byzantine art, known for his significant contributions to the field.
• He was working on an appointment at the State Department when he suddenly died in Washington, D.C.
• The State Department released a statement noting his crucial role in uncovering the Aya Sofya mosaics in Istanbul, Turkey, and his work in bringing to light the achievements of Byzantine artists.
• Whittemore was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1871. He graduated from Tufts College with an A.B. degree in 1894, and subsequently attended Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University.
• His academic and professional career included teaching English and fine arts at Tufts and New York University.
• He was a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Society of Antiquaries, and the American Institute in Boston, among other honors.
• Whittemore served as the director of the Byzantine Institute and was known for his extensive research and excavation work in Turkey, notably in uncovering ancient Christian murals.

The article highlights Whittemore's extensive contributions to the field of Byzantine studies and his legacy.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "New England Newspaper Agency, Inc." The article is titled "BYZANTINE PERIOD EXPERT DIES AT 79" and is dated June 9, 1950. The article reports the death of Thomas Whittemore, a noted Harvard authority on Byzantine art, who passed away suddenly in Washington, D.C. at the age of 79. Whittemore was being honored by Brown University with an honorary degree just the day before his death. He was on his way to an appointment at the State Department to advise on the restoration of ancient mosaics in Istanbul, Turkey. The State Department praised his work in uncovering and preserving the Aya Sofya mosaics. Whittemore, born in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1871, was a graduate of Tufts College and Harvard, and had taught at several universities. He was also a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and the Society of Antiquaries, and the founder and director of the Byzantine Institute in Boston. He spent 14 years working on the restoration of ancient mosaics in Santa Sophia, revealing 1,000 years of history.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New England Newspaper Agency, specifically from the "Journal (m) PROVIDENCE, R.I." dated June 9, 1950. The headline reads "Byzantine Period Expert Dies at 79," and the article is about the death of Thomas Whittemore.

Key points from the article include:

1. Honorary Degree: Thomas Whittemore, a noted authority on Byzantine art, received an honorary degree from Brown University just before his death.

2. Death Details: Whittemore died suddenly in Washington, D.C., last Monday while on his way to an appointment at the State Department. He was 79 years old.

3. Career and Contributions:

   • Whittemore was the founder and head of the Byzantine Institute.
   • The State Department issued a statement praising his work on uncovering and restoring the mosaics of the Aya Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey.
   • His work was described as bringing to life the achievements of Byzantine artists and adding to the knowledge of the period's artistic developments.

4. Background:

   • Whittemore was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on January 2, 1871.
   • He studied at Tufts College and later at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University.
   • He taught English and fine arts at Tufts and New York University.
   • He was a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and researched Byzantine art in Egypt and Russia.

5. Byzantine Institute:

   • Whittemore served as the director of the Byzantine Institute.
   • He spent 14 years chipping plaster from the walls of the ancient Santa Sophia (Hagia Sophia) to reveal the Christian mosaics hidden for centuries.

The article underscores Whittemore's significant contributions to the field of Byzantine art and history.

This image shows a clipped newspaper obituary titled "BYZANTINE PERIOD EXPERT DIES AT 79" from "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." dated June 9, 1950. The obituary announces the death of Thomas Whittemore, a noted expert on Byzantine art, who died suddenly in Washington, D.C. He had recently received an honorary degree from Brown University.

The article details Whittemore's contributions, including his work with the Byzantine Institute and the Turkish government to uncover mosaics in Istanbul's Aya Sofya. It outlines his education, including degrees from Tufts College, Harvard Graduate School, and Oxford University, and his teaching roles at Tufts and New York University.

Whittemore was a fellow of several societies including the Royal Geographic Society and the Society of Antiquaries. He was director of the Byzantine Institute in Boston and keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The obituary notes he was unmarried.

It also highlights his 14 years of work with associates in Istanbul, where they uncovered ancient Christian mosaics from the walls of the Santa Sophia Church, revealing a thousand years of history.

This image displays a newspaper clipping from the "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." regarding an individual associated with Byzantine art. The article headline reads "BYZANTINE PERIOD EXPERT DIES AT 79," and it's dated June 9, 1950, from a newspaper called "Journal (m)" in Providence, R.I., labeled "Independent" with a circulation of 45,527.

The clipping mentions Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old expert in Byzantine art and Harvard authority, who had recently received an honorary degree from Brown University. It notes Whittemore's sudden passing and highlights his scheduled meeting with John Foster Dulles, his significant contribution to art history through his work with the Byzantine Institute in Turkey, and his involvement in uncovering the Aya Sofya mosaics in Istanbul.

Further details include his academic background, his association with various institutions such as Tufts College, Harvard Graduate School, Oxford University, and the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. It also underscores his unmarried status and his long tenure as the director of the Byzantine Institute, particularly his work on the Christian murals of the Santa Sophia Church in Istanbul.

The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal (m), dated June 9, 1950, published by the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. The article is titled "BYZANTINE PERIOD EXPERT DIES AT 79" and reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore, a noted authority on Byzantine art who was 79 years old at the time of his passing.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Death and Honors:

   • Whittemore died suddenly on Monday after receiving an honorary degree from Brown University in Washington, D.C.
   • He was described as a leading expert on Byzantine art.

2. Professional Background:

   • Whittemore was on his way to an appointment with John Foster Dulles, a Republican foreign affairs adviser and later Secretary of State, at the State Department.
   • He had made an appointment with Dulles Associates to discuss his work on the Byzantine Institute in Turkey.

3. Contributions to Byzantine Art:

   • Whittemore was recognized for his significant contributions to the study of Byzantine art and architecture.
   • He had been involved in important work since 1932, particularly in uncovering the Aya Sofya mosaics in Istanbul.
   • His work helped uncover achievements in Byzantine art, including mosaics and other artistic developments of the period.

4. Education and Career:

   • Born in Cambridge, Mass., Jan. 2, 1871, Whittemore attended Tufts College (A.B., 1894) and later studied at the Harvard Graduate School and Oxford and New York Universities.
   • He taught English and fine arts at Tufts and New York University.
   • He was a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society, a fellow of the American Academy in Archaeology in Byzantine Art at Harvard, and a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.

5. Byzantine Institute:

   • Whittemore served as the director of the Byzantine Institute in Boston and was the keeper of the Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
   • During his time with the institute, he spent 14 years in Istanbul, where he chipped plaster from the walls of the ancient Santa Sophia Church, uncovering thousands of years of history depicted in hidden mosaic Christian murals.

Visual Elements:

• The article is presented in a clean, typed format typical of mid-20th-century newspapers.
• The headline is prominently displayed at the top, emphasizing the significance of Whittemore's death.
• The text is organized into paragraphs, providing a structured narrative of his life, achievements, and contributions to Byzantine studies.

This clipping serves as a historical record of Whittemore's legacy in the field of Byzantine art and architecture.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal, dated June 9, 1950. The clipping features an article titled "BYZANTINE PERIOD EXPERT DIES AT 79" about the death of Thomas Whittemore, a renowned authority on Byzantine art. Whittemore was honored by Harvard University with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree. The article details his contributions to the field, including his work with the State Department and the Byzantine Institute, and his role in uncovering important Byzantine artifacts.