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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1950-April 1951

ARCH.2003.31, Rendition: 804317

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This image shows a single, aged page from a newspaper clipping, likely from the San Francisco Examiner, dating to November 12, 1950. The paper is yellowed with age and has three punched holes along the left margin, suggesting it was stored in a binder or folder.

The page contains several articles, primarily focused on art and culture, with the most prominent headline being:


Main Article: “Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here”

  • Byline: “Susan Smith Says:”
  • Subject: The article discusses a bequest of a significant silver collection by Archibald Alexander Hutchinson of New York, who died in 1949. The collection, consisting of 357 pieces, was given to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  • Highlights:
    • The collection includes rare items such as an 18th-century cream jug, a porringer, and trays.
    • Pieces are attributed to notable silversmiths like Queen Anne, Henry VIII, James I, Charles II, James II, William and Mary, and the first three Georges.
    • The collection documents English manners and customs from 1500 to 1850.
    • It was bequeathed to the museum in memory of “Mr. Hutchinson’s beloved niece, Florence Ellsworth Wilson.”
  • Note: A line of text at the bottom indicates the article continues on Page 3, Col. 3.

Right Column: “Christmas at the Fogg”

  • A shorter article describing the Christmas display at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
  • Mentions the “Assumption of the Virgin” (a design by Albrecht Dürer), “The Holy Family With Rabbit” (after Lucas Cranach), and “Adoration of the Shepherds” (by Hendrick Goltzius).
  • Describes the display as “an interesting arrangement” with “rich in enjoyment for the art-lover,” and notes it reflects “the student of today based on the claims of so-called art.”

Lower Right: “Art—Music—Theater — ‘Tings in Cambridge’ — Collection in American Debut At Busch-Reisinger Museum”

  • Byline: By Dorothy Adlow
  • Subject: An exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum (also at Harvard) featuring the art of painter Hermann Kirchner, a German artist who lived in Cambridge.
  • Key points:
    • Kirchner, then 64, had been living in the U.S. for only 15 years and had never before exhibited his collection publicly in the country.
    • The collection includes oils, watercolors, drawings, and graphic art, mostly created while he was in Germany or after moving to the U.S.
    • His style is described as “realistic with a personal touch,” with some works showing “a vivid and almost brutal honesty.”
    • The exhibition includes a 1907 painting, “Woman With Red Roses,” described as energetic and emotionally charged.

Other Details:

  • A yellow label at the top left reads: San Francisco, Cal. Examiner with a serial number: [Cr. D. 224.01 - S. 609.291].
  • A stamp in the upper right corner indicates: BOSTON NEWS CLIP / 100 Tremont Street / Boston 8, Mass., and NOV 12 1950.
  • Handwritten in pencil on the right column: G. S. Woolner 12/18/50, possibly a note from the clipping’s owner or compiler.
  • The page is slightly torn on the right edge.

Overall Impression:

This is a well-preserved artifact from 1950 documenting two simultaneous art exhibitions in Cambridge (Fogg and Busch-Reisinger Museums) — one focusing on historical silver, the other on a modern German-American painter. The clipping serves as a historic record of cultural events and collecting practices in mid-century America, possibly curated for personal reference or academic research.

The handwriting and clip stamps suggest it was actively collected, archived, and annotated by someone with an interest in art history.

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The image appears to be a photograph of a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, possibly from a scrapbook or a collection of historical documents. The clippings are mounted on a piece of paper or cardboard, and they are arranged in a way that suggests they were saved for reference or historical purposes.

The articles are dated and appear to be from the 1950s, specifically from November 1950. One of the clippings is titled "Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here" and discusses the bequest of a collection of silver to the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, which is mentioned in relation to Archibald Alexander Hutchinson's estate. Another clipping is titled "Boston News Clip" and mentions the Fogg Art Museum and an exhibition.

The clippings also include information about an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a piece titled "Greetings in Cambridge" by Dorothy Adlow, which discusses the collection of American debut at the museum.

The clippings are affixed to a piece of paper with a hole punch on the left side, indicating that they may have been part of a folder or notebook. The overall condition of the clippings suggests that they have been保存 for a considerable amount of time, as evidenced by the yellowing and wear on the paper.

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This image is a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a single sheet of brown paper. The clippings appear to be from various newspapers and dates, and they are related to art exhibitions and collections.

  1. The top left clipping is from the "San Francisco, Cal. Examiner" and is dated November 5, 1950. It discusses a "Famed Silver Bequest" and mentions Archibald Alexander Hutchinson, who bequeathed his collection of silver to the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.

  2. The top right clipping is from the "Boston News Clip" and is dated November 12, 1950. It mentions "Christmas at the Fogg" and describes an exhibition of woodcuts and engravings at the Fogg Art Museum.

  3. The bottom right clipping is from the "O.S. Monitor" and is dated December 18, 1950. It discusses a collection of paintings by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a leader of the Brücke group, on display at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge.

The clippings are arranged on the brown paper with some overlapping, and there are handwritten notes and dates on the paper as well. The overall appearance suggests that this is a scrapbook or collection of articles related to art exhibitions and collections from the early 1950s.

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The image shows a collage of various pieces of paper, including newspaper clippings, on a brown cardboard sheet. The cardboard sheet has a hole punch on the top left corner and a small hole in the middle, probably for binding purposes. The newspaper clippings are from different sources, such as the "Boston News Clip" and "Art-Music-Theater." The clippings contain text and images related to art, music, and theater. The image also has a red circle highlighting a specific section of text.

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This image is of a collection of newspaper clippings about an art museum and its collection. The clippings are pasted on a beige background. The clippings include an article about the Fogg Art Museum's collection of silver from the 1500s and 1820s. The article mentions the collection's importance as a valuable document of the period's style and craftsmanship. Another clipping is about the Busch-Reisinger Museum's collection of works by Kirchner, a German artist. The clipping discusses the exhibition's focus on Kirchner's use of color and his exploration of various art movements.

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The image depicts a scanned document that appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely from the early 20th century, based on the style of typography and layout. The document is organized into multiple sections, each containing different articles or excerpts.

Key Observations:

  1. Header Information:

    • At the top left, there is a header indicating "San Francisco, Cal. Examiner" with a date stamp of "CD. D. ZELOT 3-10-1953." This suggests the document is a clipping from the San Francisco Examiner dated March 10, 1953.
    • The document is labeled as "Susan Smith Says," which might be the name of a column or section.
  2. Main Article:

    • The central portion of the document features a prominent article titled "Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here."
    • The article discusses the bequest of Archibald Alexander Hutchinson of New York, who bequeathed his collection of silver to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The collection is noted for its historical and artistic significance, spanning centuries and including rare and valuable pieces.
    • Key details from the article include:
      • The collection includes 357 pieces, including trays, platters, and other silverware.
      • The collection is described as being of particular interest due to its historical and artistic value.
      • The article mentions that the collection was bequeathed in memory of Mr. Hutchinson's niece, Florence Ellsworth Wilson.
  3. Additional Articles:

    • To the right of the main article, there are other clippings or excerpts:
      • "Boston News Clip": This section includes a dated post from Boston, Massachusetts, dated November 12, 1950. It references a "Three-Day Exhibition" and mentions an artist named Paul Klee, noting his work displayed at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • "Christmas at the Fogg": This excerpt discusses a Christmas-themed exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring works by artists such as John Singer Sargent and others.
      • "Art—Music—Theater": This section mentions an article titled "tings in Cambridge" and another titled "Collection in American Debut At Busch-Reisinger Museum" by DuBose Allen. It discusses art exhibitions and possibly performances in Cambridge.
  4. Layout and Formatting:

    • The document has a newspaper-like layout with columns of text, typical of early to mid-20th-century newspapers.
    • The text is printed in a serif font, and the articles are separated by horizontal lines and headings.
    • There are visible stamps or markings, such as "Post Nov 12, 1950" and "Boston, Mass.," indicating the origin and date of some of the clippings.
  5. Stamps and Annotations:

    • There are stamps and annotations on the document, including a red underline and handwritten notes, suggesting it may have been part of an archive or research collection.
    • The stamps and markings indicate that the document was processed or cataloged at some point, possibly for archival purposes.

Overall Impression:

The document is a curated collection of newspaper clippings focused on art, particularly the Fogg Art Museum and its exhibitions, as well as notable bequests and events related to art and culture. The inclusion of dates, locations, and specific details suggests it was compiled for historical or research purposes, possibly by an archivist or collector interested in art history and museum collections. The layout and content reflect the style and focus of mid-20th-century art journalism.

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The image shows an assemblage of newspaper articles that appear to be affixed to a larger, tan-colored paper backing. At the top left, there is a label with typed text "San Francisco, Cal. [California]" along with a date that reads "Dec. 2, 1930." The main article under this label has a headline "Susan Smith Says: Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here," indicating some subject matter related to a bequeathed silver collection and its significance.

On the right side, there is a heading "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" followed by an address and the city name, "Boston, Mass." The article beneath refers to "Christmas at the Fogg" and discusses something about a Christmas story in a graphic art exhibition. Below this article, there is a small handwritten note that includes "12-8-'30," possibly denoting the date of December 8, 1930.

Below the San Francisco article on the left side of the image, part of another article can be seen that has been cut off. It is difficult to make out its content as only the far right edge is visible.

At the bottom right, there is another article with the subtitle "Art — Music — Theater" discussing "tings in Cambridge" [the 'Pain' is cut off, likely intended to read 'Paintings in Cambridge'] and mentions the American debut of a collection at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

This image illustrates an example of archival materials or someone's personal collection of clippings, often used for research, memory keeping, or as historical reference. The articles are yellowed with age, and you can see holes from where it was possibly bound or posted, indicating that these materials have been preserved over time.

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This image depicts a scrapbook or archival page containing several newspaper clippings about artistic and cultural events. The clippings include articles, columns, and excerpts titled:

  1. "Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here" - Discusses a collection of silver bequeathed by Archibald Alexander Hutchinson to the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The collection includes historic silver pieces and details on their significance.

  2. A smaller clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated November 12, 1950, titled "Christmas at the Fogg" - Likely discussing a seasonal event at the Fogg Museum.

  3. "Collection in American Debut At Busch-Reisinger Museum" (by Dorothy Abbe) - Describes the American debut of a collection at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, focusing on works like those of artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.

The clippings are affixed to aged paper with visible hole punches, potentially for a binder. One newspaper source is identified as the "San Francisco Examiner," and there are handwritten notes that mark some dates (e.g., "12/8/50"). The layout suggests historical documentation or a curated archive.

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  • A vintage scrapbook page made of light brown/ kraft paper, with holes on the left edge for a binder.
  • Several old newspaper clippings are pasted onto the page in a collage style.
  • The largest clipping, near the top left, has a bold headline: “Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here,” with smaller text surrounding it (it looks like a museum/art-collection story).
  • In the upper right there is a small clipping labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” with a date (looks like 1950s).
  • At the lower right, another clipping features a headline that appears to read something like “Paintings in Cambridge” (about an American debut at the Busch-Reisinger Museum) and a byline (Dorothy Adlow or similar).
  • A narrow, vertical clipping sits lower left, and there is a short note or annotation near the top of the main clipping.
  • Overall, it’s a vintage collage of art/museum news clippings glued onto a scrap page.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings mounted on a piece of yellowed paper with two punched holes on the left side. The page contains several newspaper clippings related to art and museums, all dated around the mid-20th century.

  1. The largest clipping in the top left is titled "Famed Silver Bequest Holds Interest Here" and discusses a bequest of silver from Archibald Alexander Hutchinson of New York to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It mentions the historical significance of the collection and its connection to various family members. The clipping is from the "San Francisco Examiner" and dated November 13, 1950.

  2. To the right, there is a smaller clipping labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," from the "Post" in Boston, Mass., dated November 12, 1950. It includes a brief note about the Fogg Art Museum and a section titled "Christmas at the Fogg," describing an exhibit of graphic art related to Christmas and the New Year.

  3. Below that, a longer clipping appears to be a review or article about an art exhibition titled "Paintings in Cambridge," which discusses a collection in American debut at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. It highlights the work of various artists, such as Kirchner, and discusses different styles, themes, and techniques used in the exhibition. The article is somewhat lengthy and detailed, published under the section "Art - Music - Theater," and written by Dorothy Adlow.

  4. Additional smaller clippings overlap the main ones, including commentary or excerpts from the articles, some handwritten notes, and possible continuation markers referring to other sections or pages.

Overall, the page reflects a historical record of art exhibitions, museum collections, and cultural events from around 1950, with a focus on silverware and paintings in prominent Boston-area museums.