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This image displays a single, aged, yellowed page from a newspaper or clipping album, likely from April 10, 1952, as indicated by the handwritten note “Herald. 4/10/52” in the top-left corner.

The page contains three pasted-in newspaper clippings, all reporting on the same event: the theft of an artwork by the French Impressionist artist Edgar Degas from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Virginia.

Here is a description of each clipping:

• Left Clipping (Headline: “Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition”):

  • This article reports that an original drawing by Edgar Degas, portraying a jockey on a horse, was stolen from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The drawing was part of a temporary exhibition loaned by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.
  • John Coolidge, director of the Fogg Art Museum, stated the drawing was worth “several thousand dollars.”
  • He noted that few well-known works are stolen successfully for profit due to modern methods of detection, but the fact that this was a temporary loan makes it more likely to disappear permanently.
  • A night watchman was present but did not see the theft.

• Middle Clipping (Headline: “DEGAS DRAWING STOLEN”):

  • This article gives the title of the stolen work as “‘The Mounted Jockey,’” valued at least $3,500.
  • It confirms the theft occurred at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, VA, and that the artwork was on loan from the Fogg Museum of Harvard University.
  • The article describes the method of the theft: the picture was apparently taken off its hanger by someone visiting the museum, who then removed it from its frame in a washroom and secreted it under clothing.
  • The drawing, done in the 1880s, measures 12 and a half by 5 and one-eighth inches.
  • It was part of the Paul J. Sachs collection at the Fogg Museum.

• Right Clipping (Headline: “HARVARD ART TREASURE GONE”):

  • This Associated Press (A.P.) report from Richmond, VA, describes the stolen Degas drawing as “very valuable.”
  • It was part of a temporary exhibition loaned to the museum by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard College.
  • Museum officials would not disclose the amount of insurance on the drawing.
  • The article notes the drawing is a brush drawing on brown paper, done in the 1880s, depicting a jockey on a horse, a subject Degas frequently painted due to his interest in race tracks and jockeys.
  • The bottom of this clipping is partially cut off, showing the word “CAPTAIN” above what appears to be “CARDINAL?”.

The clippings are arranged on a large, blank, yellowed page, typical of a scrapbook or archive. The paper has visible signs of aging, including foxing (brown spots) and slight wear along the right edge. In the top left corner, a small, handwritten note reads “Herald. 4/10/52”, likely indicating the source newspaper is the “Herald” and the date of the clipping.

The image appears to be a page from a newspaper with clippings of articles printed on it. The articles are about the theft of a painting from the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which was part of a temporary exhibition at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Virginia. The title of the article mentions "Herald 4/10/52," indicating the date of publication.

The clippings discuss the theft of a Degas brush drawing titled "The Mounted Jockey," described as being worth at least $3,500. The article mentions that the picture was apparently taken off its hanger by someone visiting the museum, who then removed it from its frame in a washroom and secreted it under clothing. The size of the picture is described as 10 and a half by five and one-eighth inches.

The page has a yellowed, aged appearance, suggesting it is from an older newspaper. There is also a visible note on the top left corner that reads "52," possibly indicating the page number or a reference number.

This image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection of articles, likely from a newspaper. The page contains three separate clippings, all related to the theft of an Edgar Degas drawing titled "The Mounted Jockey" from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Virginia. The clippings are dated April 10, 1952, as indicated by the handwritten note in the top left corner of the page.

1. The leftmost clipping is titled "Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition." It provides details about the theft of the Degas drawing, which was part of a temporary exhibition loaned by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The article mentions that the drawing was worth several thousand dollars and was stolen by someone who removed it from the wall and secreted it under their clothing. The frame was found in the washroom.

2. The middle clipping is titled "DEGAS DRAWING STOLEN." It reiterates the information about the theft, emphasizing the value of the drawing at $3,500. It also mentions that the drawing was part of the Paul J. Sachs collection in the Fogg Museum.

3. The rightmost clipping is titled "HARVARD ART TREASURE GONE." This article provides additional context about the theft, noting that the drawing was stolen while it was on loan from the Fogg Museum. It also describes the drawing as "very valuable" and mentions that it was a brush drawing on brown paper, depicting a jockey on a horse.

The page itself is made of aged, brownish paper, and the clippings are glued or taped to it. The overall condition of the page suggests that it is an old document, consistent with the date of the articles.

The image shows a newspaper clipping that is placed on a piece of cardboard. The clipping is torn from the newspaper, and it has some text written on it. The clipping has three columns of text, and the text is in different fonts. The clipping is placed on the cardboard, and the cardboard is placed on a surface. The clipping is torn from the newspaper, and it has some text written on it.

The image is of a newspaper page with a collection of articles. The first article is titled "Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition." It reports that an original Edgar Degas painting was stolen from the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The painting was part of a temporary exhibition loaned by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The museum received an insurance report that the painting was stolen. The second article is titled "Degas Drawing Stolen." It reports that a Degas drawing was stolen from the Virginia Museum of Fine Art in Richmond, Virginia. The drawing was worth at least $3,500. The third article is titled "Harvard Art Treasure Gone." It reports that a valuable drawing by Edgar Degas was stolen from the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The drawing was part of a temporary exhibition.

The image shows two pages from a newspaper or periodical, dated Herald, 7/10/52, featuring headlines and articles about art thefts. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

• Headline: "Painting Stolen at Fogg Art Museum"
• Subheadline: "An original drawing by Edouard Degas, French Impressionist, has been stolen from the Fogg Art Museum in Richmond."
• Content: The article discusses the theft of a drawing by Edouard Degas, titled "The Mounted Jockey," valued at $35,000. The drawing was part of a temporary exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Richmond, Virginia. It was described as a "very valuable" piece, part of the museum's permanent collection. The theft occurred sometime between 9 p.m. and midnight, and the drawing was discovered missing the next morning. The article mentions that the drawing was part of the Paul J. Sachs collection at the Fogg Art Museum.

Right Page:

• Headline: "HARVARD ART TREASURE GONE"
• Subheadline: "RICHMOND, VA. (AP) — An original drawing by Edgar Degas, French Impressionist, has been stolen from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts."
• Content: This article reports the theft of another Degas drawing, "The Mounted Jockey," from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond. The drawing was valued at $35,000 and was part of a temporary exhibition. The theft occurred sometime between 9 p.m. and midnight, similar to the Fogg Art Museum incident. The article notes that the drawing was part of the Paul J. Sachs collection at the Fogg Art Museum and was on loan to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. It also mentions that the drawing was part of a temporary exhibition and was described as "very valuable."

Visual Details:

• Layout: The pages are formatted in a typical newspaper style, with headlines in bold and subheadings providing additional context.
• Date: The date "Herald, 7/10/52" is visible at the top of the left page.
• Text: The articles are written in a dense, columned format typical of newspapers from the mid-20th century.
• Condition: The pages appear aged, with visible wear, creases, and slight discoloration, indicating they are historical documents.

Key Themes:

• Art Theft: Both articles focus on the theft of the same Degas drawing, "The Mounted Jockey," from two different museums in Richmond, Virginia.
• Value: The drawing is valued at $35,000, highlighting its significance and the impact of the theft.
• Exhibition Context: The drawing was part of a temporary exhibition, suggesting it was on loan and not permanently housed at either museum.
• Timeline: The theft occurred between 9 p.m. and midnight, indicating a targeted and possibly coordinated crime.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical news report detailing the theft of a valuable artwork, "The Mounted Jockey" by Edouard Degas, from two prominent art institutions in Richmond, Virginia, in 1952. The articles provide context about the drawing's value, its exhibition status, and the circumstances of the theft, reflecting the significance of the event at the time.

The image shows an aged paper article pasted into a scrapbook. There are two newspaper clippings visible on the page, which seem to discuss the theft of artwork from a museum. The clipping on the left is titled "Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition," and the clipping on the right shares a similar topic with the title "DEGAS DRAWING STOLEN - 'The Mounted Jockey,' Worth $8,500, Was in Richmond, Va." Above the clippings, there's handwriting that reads "Herald. 4/10/52," likely indicating the source and date of the articles. The text within the clippings themselves details the theft of Edgar Degas drawings and possibly provides information about the events surrounding the theft and the descriptions of the stolen items. The page itself is somewhat worn with a frayed right edge, suggesting the scrapbook's age and use over time.

This image shows a scrapbook or archival page from a newspaper clippings collection. The clippings are pasted on aged, yellowed paper, and the page itself appears old and weathered. There are three distinct newspaper clippings on the page, discussing the theft of a painting by Edgar Degas, entitled "The Mounted Jockey." The headings include "Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition," "Degas Drawing Stolen," and "Harvard Art Treasure Gone." The articles outline details about the artwork, its theft from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and its estimated value of $35,000. Handwritten text at the top of the page reads "Herald 4/10/52," possibly indicating the publication and date of one clipping. Overall, the page appears to be part of a record or journal documenting news of notable art thefts.

• A vintage scrapbook page with a plain tan/brown background.
• At the very top are three small newspaper clippings taped side-by-side.
• Each clipping has a headline about art theft:
  • Left: “Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition”
  • Center: “Degas Drawing Stolen”
  • Right: “Harvard Art Treasure Gone”
• The clippings appear to be old, with ragged, perforated edges and some faint handwriting noting a date (appears to say “Herald 4/10/57”).
• The page is otherwise empty, suggesting it’s a collector’s or student’s scrapbook page documenting art-theft stories.

This image shows a scrapbook page with three newspaper clippings attached to the top section of the page. The rest of the page is blank.

1. The clipping on the left is titled "Fogg Art Museum Painting Stolen at Virginia Exhibition" and is dated 4/10/52. It reports the theft of an Edgar Degas painting from an exhibition at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond. It mentions that the painting was part of a temporary exhibition borrowed by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard.

2. The clipping in the middle is titled "DEGAS DRAWING STOLEN" and states that a Degas brush drawing worth at least $3,500 was stolen in Richmond, Virginia. It details the circumstances of the theft, noting that the drawing was taken from the Virginia Museum of Fine Art in Richmond during a report received by the Fogg Museum of Harvard. It describes the drawing and its value.

3. The clipping on the right is titled "HARVARD ART TREASURE GONE" and also reports the theft of an original drawing by Edgar Degas from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The article highlights the significance of the drawing and gives some background on the stolen artwork, mentioning it depicted a jockey on a horse and was part of the Degas collection.

The entries all relate to the same event: the theft of a Degas artwork from an exhibition in Virginia in 1952. Handwritten text at the top of the page in pencil reads "Herald 4/10/52," referencing the date of one of the articles.