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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803871

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the Post-Gazette Daily Magazine, dated Thursday Morning, October 18, 1951, carefully preserved and mounted on a brittle, aged, tan-colored paper or folder. The clipping is the main focus, with the folder’s edges visible around it, suggesting it's part of a collection or scrapbook.

The headline reads: “Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens”. The article announces a major exhibition of French paintings spanning eight centuries at the Carnegie Institute, organized by Gordon Bailey Wash.

The page features five black-and-white photographic reproductions of paintings, each labeled with its title, artist, and sometimes dates:

  1. Top Left: “Le Tricheur (The Cheat)” by Georges de La Tour (1593–1652). The image depicts a dimly lit scene of several figures, likely around a card game, rendered in dramatic chiaroscuro.
  2. Top Right: “Madame de Prieux” by Francois Clouet. This is a formal portrait of a woman in an ornate, dark gown and a prominent white ruff collar, looking directly at the viewer.
  3. Middle Left: “The Toilet of Venus” by Francois Boucher (1703–1770). This painting shows a reclining Venus with cherubs beside her, in a soft, Rococo style.
  4. Middle Right: “Mise au Tombeau” — a work by the North French School (17th–18th century). This depicts a religious scene, likely the entombment of Christ, with several figures gathered around a draped body.
  5. Bottom Left: “Monsieur Boucher” by J. Auguste Ingres. This is a portrait of a man with dark hair and a high white collar, looking off to the side.
  6. Bottom Right: “La Morte du Cochon (The Death of the Pig)” by Jean Francois Millet (1814–1875). This rustic scene shows several figures outdoors working with a large pig.

Accompanying text, though partially obscured, provides context, noting this is the first major show of French art organized by Gordon Bailey Wash at the Carnegie, and it will be open to the public through December 2. It also mentions that the exhibit occupies four galleries of the institute.

The overall impression is of a historical artifact—preserved press coverage of a significant cultural event from over 70 years ago.

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This image appears to be a scanned copy of a section from the Daily Magazine, a publication from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, dated Thursday, October 18, 1951. The page features a series of black-and-white newspaper clippings, each depicting various French paintings. The clippings are arranged in two columns, showcasing a mix of religious, historical, and portrait paintings. Each painting is accompanied by a title and the artist's name, along with a brief description of the exhibition.

At the top of the page, there is a headline that reads, "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens," indicating that these paintings are part of an exhibition at the Carnegie Institute in Pittsburgh. Below the title, there is a description of the exhibition, mentioning it is the first large-scale exhibition organized by Gordon Bailey Washburn, who became the director of the Carnegie Fine Arts department at that time.

The paintings include:

  1. "Le Tricheur (The Cheat)" by Georges de la Tour (1593-1652).
  2. "Madame de Pienne" by Francois Clouet.
  3. "The Toilet of Venus" by Francois Boucher (1703-1770).
  4. "Mise au Tombeau" (North French School, 1450-1460).
  5. "Monsieur Bochet" by J. Auguste Ingres.
  6. "La Morte du Cochon" by Jean Francois Millet (1814-1875).

The clippings are neatly arranged, and the page shows signs of age, with some discoloration and slight wear, indicating that this is an old document. The image also includes a small portion of a plastic sheet at the bottom right corner, possibly meant for protection or storage purposes.

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This image shows an old newspaper clipping from the Post-Gazette Daily Magazine, dated Thursday, October 18, 1951. The article is titled "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens," and it discusses an exhibition of French paintings spanning eight centuries, from 1100 to 1900, at the Carnegie Institute.

The article features black-and-white reproductions of five French paintings:

  1. "Le Tricheur (The Cheat)" by Georges de la Tour (1593-1652).
  2. "Madame de Pienne" by François Clouet.
  3. "The Toilet of Venus" by François Boucher (1703-1770).
  4. "Mise au Tombeau" by the North French School (1450-1460).
  5. "Monsieur Bochet" by J. Auguste Ingres.
  6. "La Morte du Cochon" by Jean François Millet (1814-1875).

The article mentions that the exhibition fills the third-floor galleries of the institute and is the first large-scale exhibition organized by Gordon Bailey Washburn since becoming the director of the Carnegie Fine Arts department. The exhibit is open to the public and will continue through December 2. The article invites readers to see the story on Page 1, Section One for more details.

The newspaper clipping appears to be folded and placed in a protective sleeve, likely for preservation.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping, possibly from the early 20th century, featuring an article about the Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings. The article is printed on a page of a newspaper, which is folded in half, and is placed on top of a brown envelope. The article has a headline that reads "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens." There are several images of paintings, including portraits of women and men, as well as scenes of people in various settings.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings that have been preserved in a book. The clippings are from the Post-Gazette Daily Magazine and feature various black-and-white photographs of French paintings. The paintings depicted in the clippings include "Le Tricheur" by Georges de la Tour, "La Madeleine de Piene" by François Clouet, "The Toilet of Venus" by François Boucher, and "La Mort du Cochon" by Jean-François Millet. The clippings also include text that provides information about the paintings and the artists.

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The image depicts a page from the Post-Gazette Daily Magazine, dated Thursday Morning, October 18, 1951. The page is titled "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens" and features a collection of illustrations and text related to an exhibition of French art at the Carnegie Institute.

Layout and Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the title, "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens," indicating that the article is about an art exhibition.
  2. Illustrations:

    • The page includes several black-and-white illustrations of paintings, each accompanied by captions identifying the artwork and the artists.
    • Top Row:
      • Left Illustration: "La Tribou" (The Charity) - by Georges de La Tour (c. 1695-1752).
      • Right Illustration: "Madone de Piérony" - by François Clouet.
    • Middle Row:
      • Left Illustration: "The Toilet of Venus" - by François Boucher (1748-1750).
      • Right Illustration: "Marie au Vanneau" - North French School (c. 1650).
    • Bottom Row:
      • Left Illustration: "Monneur Boucher" - by J. August Ingres.
      • Right Illustration: "La Mort de Caliban" - by Jean François Millet (1814-1875).
  3. Text:

    • Below the illustrations, there is a brief descriptive text that provides context about the exhibition. It mentions:
      • The exhibition features works by notable French painters.
      • The exhibition is open to the public and will continue through December 1.
      • It highlights the diversity of styles and periods represented in the collection.
  4. Design:

    • The page has a clean, organized layout with clear headings and captions for each illustration.
    • The illustrations are arranged in a grid format, making it easy to view and compare the artworks.
    • The text is concise and informative, focusing on the exhibition details.

Overall Impression:

The page serves as a promotional or informational piece for an art exhibition, showcasing a selection of French paintings from different periods and artists. The inclusion of detailed captions and high-quality illustrations suggests an effort to engage readers and highlight the significance of the exhibition. The design is professional and visually appealing, typical of mid-20th-century magazine layouts.

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This image is a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from the Post-Gazette Daily Magazine, dated Thursday Morning, October 18, 1951. The headline reads: "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens." The article features multiple photographs and descriptions of French paintings that were showcased at the Carnegie Exhibit.

At the top, there is an artwork titled "Le Tricheur (The Cheat)" by Georges de La Tour (1593-1652), depicting a group of figures playing a game. Adjacent to it is the painting "Madame de Pompadour" by François Clouet. Other artworks included in the clipping are "The Toilet of Venus" by François Boucher (1703-1770), "The Adoration" by Jean François Ribera, and "La Mort du Cochon" by Jean François Millet (1814-1875).

There are blurred sections in the faces of some images, possibly to obscure identifiable details. Comments on artistic features and layout suggest the exhibit emphasizes notable French artists and historical pieces. There is additional text about the exhibit and its opening to the public, with a focus on French 18th-century art.

The newspaper is mounted on aged paperboard, showing discoloration and wear. A small clipped article and additional caption at the bottom right mention the "French Art Show Opens."

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The image shows an old newspaper clipping from the Post-Gazette Daily Magazine dated Thursday morning, October 18, 1951. The headline reads "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens." The clipping features several black-and-white images of classical French paintings:

  1. Top-left: "Le Tricheur (The Cheat)" by Georges de la Tour (1593-1652), depicting several people in historical attire around a table.
  2. Top-right: "Madame de Piennes" by Francois Clouet.
  3. Middle-left: "The Toilet of Venus" by Francois Boucher (1703-1770), showing a woman and a cherub.
  4. Middle-right: A religious-themed painting titled "Mise au Tombeau" from a North French School (circa 1450-1475).
  5. Bottom-left: "Monsieur Hector" by J. Auguste Ingres.
  6. Bottom-right: "La Morue du Cochon" by Jean Francois Millet (1814-1875), depicting peasants working outdoors.

There is a column of text on the left side, likely describing the exhibit, and a vertical label on the right saying "French Art Show Opens." Some faces in the images appear to be obscured or pixelated in this photograph. The newspaper is yellowed with age and is part of a bound volume or scrapbook.

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This is an image of an age-toned newspaper spread titled "Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens." The spread is part of the "Post-Gazette Daily Magazine" from Thursday Morning, October 18, 1951. The visible portions of the page feature black and white reproductions of various French paintings, accompanied by titles and brief descriptions or notes. The paper is slightly wrinkled, and there are a few areas where pieces of the page have been obscured. The context suggests that the article and images are discussing an exhibition of French art that was happening at the time. The overall look gives us a glimpse into an art-related event and historical media reporting from the early 1950s.

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The image shows a vintage scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping mounted on it. The clipping is from a Post-Guardian Daily Magazine, dated Thursday morning, October 18, 1951. The main headline reads “Carnegie Exhibit of French Paintings Opens.” The page includes several black-and-white photos of people at the exhibition and of artworks, with small caption lines beneath each image. Some faces in the photos are obscured by white rectangles. The photos appear to feature classical French paintings (one caption mentions “The Toilet of Venus” by François Boucher). The overall page is yellowed and worn, with folded edges and additional small newspaper fragments pasted around the main clipping.