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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

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The image is a page from a document or scrapbook related to the Fogg Art Museum in the summer of 1952. The page contains several sections of text and newspaper clippings.

Top Section:

Fogg Art Museum Summer 1952

  • Operating Hours: The museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
  • Purpose: The museum is designed for students to visit the galleries and use the study collections and library.

Summer School Courses:

  • Ancient Art: Taught by Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann from Harvard University.
  • Italian Art of the Early Renaissance: Taught by Professor Horst W. Janson from Washington Square College, New York University.
  • Modern Painting: Taught by Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr. from Harvard University.
  • Painting in the United States: Taught by Mr. Alfred V. Frankenstein, Music and Art Critic from the San Francisco Chronicle.

Contact Information: For more details, write to Harvard Summer School, 2 Weld Hall, Cambridge 38, Massachusetts.

Exhibitions:

  • The museum will exhibit a wide selection from its collection of French 18th Century Paintings and a representative selection from the collection of English and American Silver.

Bottom Section:

Newspaper Clippings:

  1. Stained Glass Collective: An article from the Providence Journal dated July 27, 1952, discussing an extensive collection of stained glass loaned by Charles H. Taylor to the Fogg Museum.
  2. French Drawings at Fogg Museum: An article from the Springfield Union dated July 27, 1952, highlighting an exhibition of French drawings from the 15th to the 19th century, loaned by the Pierpont Morgan Library.
  3. Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums: Another article from the Springfield Union dated July 27, 1952, about an exhibition of medieval stained glass at the Fogg Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  4. Stained Glass Show Set: An article from The New York Times discussing the arrangement and display of the stained glass collection at the Fogg Museum.

The clippings provide additional details about the exhibitions and events happening at the Fogg Art Museum during the summer of 1952.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a document from the Fogg Art Museum, dated to the summer of 1952.

  1. Fogg Art Museum Document:

    • The document provides information about the Fogg Art Museum's summer hours (open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5) and encourages visitors to explore its galleries and collections.
    • It lists summer school courses available:
      • Ancient Art by Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann from Harvard University.
      • Italian Art of the Early Renaissance by Professor Horst W. Janson from Washington Square College, New York University.
      • Modern Painting by Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., from Harvard University.
      • Painting in the United States by Mr. Alfred V. Frankenstein, a music and art critic from the San Francisco Chronicle.
    • Contact information for further details on these courses is provided as Harvard Summer School, 2 Weld Hall, Cambridge 38, Massachusetts.
    • It mentions that in addition to permanent collections, the museum will feature a selection from its own collection of French 19th-century paintings and drawings, and a representative selection from its collection of English and American silver.
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Stained Glass Collection:

      • A clipping from the "Portsmouth Priory School" announces a loan of stained glass to Harvard University. The glass, collected by Clarence Mackay, is being installed in the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard. The glass dates back to the 16th century and includes panels from northern France, England, and Germany. The collection is displayed in the United States for the first time.
    • French Drawings at Fogg Museum:

      • A clipping from the "Springfield Republican" describes an exhibition of French drawings at the Fogg Museum, including works from the 17th to the 19th century. The exhibition includes drawings by artists such as Boucher, Fragonard, and Degas.
    • Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums:

      • Another clipping from the "Springfield Republican" and "The New York Times" reports on the display of medieval stained glass at the Fogg Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The glass, collected by Clarence Mackay, includes pieces from northern France and Germany, dating from the 15th to the 16th centuries, showcasing the art of medieval glassmaking.

The combined content highlights the educational and cultural activities at the Fogg Art Museum during the summer of 1952, emphasizing its exhibitions and educational programs.

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The image depicts a section of a document from the Fogg Art Museum for the summer of 1952.

Summary:

  1. Museum Hours and Access:

    • The Fogg Art Museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 AM to 5 PM.
    • The public is invited to visit the galleries and use the study collections and library.
  2. Summer School Courses:

    • Ancient Art: Taught by Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann from Harvard University.
    • Italian Art of the Early Renaissance: Led by Professor Horst W. Janson from Washington Square College, New York University.
    • Modern Painting: Conducted by Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., also from Harvard University.
    • Painting in the United States: Given by Alfred V. Frankenstein, a music and art critic from the San Francisco Chronicle.

    Further information on these courses can be obtained by writing to Harvard Summer School at 2 Weld Hall, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

  3. Exhibitions:

    • Permanent exhibitions include a wide selection of French 19th Century Paintings and Drawings.
    • There will also be a selection from the museum’s collection of English and American Silver.

Newspaper Clippings:

Several newspaper clippings are included in the image, detailing specific art-related news:

  • New England Newspaper Agency Clippings:

    • Stained Glass Collection at Portsmouth Priory School: Highlights a loan from Harvard University to Portsmouth Priory School for a stained glass collection.
    • French Drawings at Fogg Museum: Describes an exhibition of French drawings from the 16th century at the Fogg Museum.
    • Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums: Discusses an exhibit of stained glass from the 12th to 16th centuries at Harvard museums.
  • New York Times Clipping:

    • Stained Glass Show Set at Fogg Museum: Details the arrangement of a large loan collection of medieval stained glass for an exhibition.

These clippings emphasize the historical and cultural significance of the art collections being shared and displayed, showcasing the museum's extensive resources and collaborative efforts with other educational institutions.

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The image shows a document from the Fogg Art Museum dated Summer 1952. The document outlines the museum's opening hours, which are daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5. It also details several summer school courses, including:

  1. ANCIENT ART by Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann, Harvard University
  2. ITALIAN ART OF THE EARLY RENAISSANCE by Professor Horst W. Janson, Washington Square College, New York University
  3. MODERN PAINTING by Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., Harvard University
  4. PAINTING IN THE UNITED STATES by Mr. Alfred V. Frankenstein, Music and Art Critic, San Francisco Chronicle

Contact information for further details on these courses is provided, directing interested parties to write to Harvard Summer School, 2 Weld Hall, Cambridge 38, Massachusetts.

The document also mentions exhibitions at the museum, including a selection of French 19th Century Paintings and Drawings, as well as a collection of English and American Silver.

Additionally, there are several newspaper clippings attached to the document, dated July 27, 1952, from the New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., and an article from The New York Times dated July 27, 1952. These clippings discuss an exhibition of stained glass, including a loan from the Fogg Museum, and French drawings at the Fogg Museum. The stained glass collection, assembled by Charles E. Mackay, is noted to be on display at the Fogg Museum and other institutions. The articles provide details about the significance and history of the stained glass collection and the French drawings exhibition.

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The image displays a document from the Fogg Art Museum, dated Summer 1952. It provides information about the museum's operations, summer school courses, and exhibitions.

Museum Hours:

  • The Fogg Museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5.
  • The public is welcome to visit its galleries and use its study collections and library.

Summer School Courses:
The document lists several courses offered during the summer school:

  1. Ancient Art
    • Instructor: Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann, Harvard University.
  2. Italian Art of the Early Renaissance
    • Instructor: Professor Horst W. Janson, Washington Square College, New York University.
  3. Modern Painting
    • Instructor: Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., Harvard University.
  4. Painting in the United States
    • Instructor: Mr. Alfred V. Frankenstein, Music and Art Critic, San Francisco Chronicle.

For more information about the courses, readers are directed to write to Harvard Summer School, 2 Weld Hall, Cambridge 38, Massachusetts.

Exhibitions:

  • During the summer, the museum will exhibit a wide selection of French 19th Century Paintings and Drawings from its own collection.
  • There will also be a representative selection from the Museum's collection of English and American Silver.

Additionally, there are clippings from newspapers about various exhibitions and collections:

  1. Stained Glass Collection (from the Boston Post):

    • Describes a collection of medieval stained glass at Harvard University, collected by Charles J. Connick. The glass dates from the 12th to the 17th century and was acquired from various European locations.
  2. French Drawings at Fogg Museum (from an unidentified source):

    • Announces an exhibition of French drawings from private collectors that will be on display at the Fogg Museum.
  3. Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums (from The New York Times):

    • Describes an exhibition of medieval stained glass, detailing its historical significance and the notable pieces on display, collected by John Nicholas Brown and Charles J. Connick.

Overall, the document provides a comprehensive overview of the museum's offerings and activities for the summer of 1952.

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The image shows a page from a document related to the Fogg Art Museum from the summer of 1952. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Header Information:

    • The document is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and dated "Summer 1952."
  2. Operating Hours:

    • The museum is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
    • The public is welcome to visit its galleries and use its study collections and library.
  3. Summer School Courses:

    • Ancient Art: Taught by Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann, Harvard University.
    • Italian Art of the Early Renaissance: Taught by Professor Horst W. Janson, Washington Square College, New York University.
    • Modern Painting: Taught by Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., Harvard University.
    • Painting in the United States: Taught by Mr. Alfred V. Frankenstein, Music and Art Critic, San Francisco Chronicle.

    For further information on these courses, one is directed to write to Harvard Summer School, 2 Weid Hall, Cambridge 38, Massachusetts.

  4. Exhibitions:

    • The museum will have a selection of French 19th Century Paintings and Drawings from its permanent collection.
    • There will also be a representative selection from the Museum's Collection of English and American Silver.
  5. Newspaper Clippings:

    • The bottom of the page features three clippings from the New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., dated July 27, 1952:
      • The first clipping is from the Portsmouth Herald and is titled "Stained Glass Collection."
        • It mentions a loan of stained glass from the Fogg Art Museum to the Portsmouth Priory School, curated by Clarence Mackay and presented by the Frick Collection. The glass is from the 16th century and includes works from the Fogg Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
      • The second clipping is from the Springfield Republican and is titled "French Drawings at Fogg Museum."
        • It announces an exhibition of French drawings from the 16th to the 19th centuries, including works from the Louvre and the National Gallery of Art.
      • The third clipping is also from the Springfield Republican and is titled "Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums."
        • It describes a collection of medieval stained glass, including works from the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, displayed at Harvard's Memorial Hall.

The clippings highlight the museum's special exhibitions and the collaborative efforts with other institutions to showcase significant artworks.

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The image contains a scanned page from a booklet or program related to the Fogg Art Museum for the summer of 1952. The text at the top of the page provides information about the Fogg Museum, including its opening hours and an invitation for the public to visit its galleries and use its study collections and library.

Below this header are lists of summer school courses offered in different subjects, such as Ancient Art, Italian Art of the Early Renaissance, Modern Painting, and Painting in the United States. The courses are taught by instructors from various institutions, including Harvard University, Washington Square College, New York University, and a music and art critic from the San Francisco Chronicle.

There is also information on exhibitions that are or will be on display at the museum during the summer, including selections of French 19th-century paintings and drawings, English and American silver, stained glass, and more.

The page also shows clippings of newspaper or magazine articles that are pasted onto it. These clippings are from different sources as indicated by the letterheads, and they refer to events or exhibitions such as "French Drawings at Fogg Museum" and "Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums." The dates on the newspaper clippings are from July 1952.

There are handwritten notes added to the page in the form of dates on the newspaper clippings, suggesting personal annotations by the owner of the document. The general appearance of the scanned page indicates it is from an old, possibly archival, source with some yellowing of the paper and frayed edges.

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The image is of a document, likely a brochure or a pamphlet, from the Fogg Art Museum. The document is dated Summer 1952 and provides information about the museum's opening hours, summer school courses, and exhibitions. The brochure also includes clippings from newspapers, such as the Sunday Journal, Providence, R. I., and the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., which cover topics related to the museum and its collections. The clippings mention the museum's loan of medieval stained glass from Harvard University to the Fogg Art Museum and the installation of the glass in the museum's galleries.

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The image shows an open book or catalog from the Fogg Art Museum, dated Summer 1952. The book appears to be a program or informational guide for the museum, detailing its offerings and exhibitions for that season. Here is a detailed description of its contents:

Top Section:

  • Header: The top of the page prominently displays the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold, capital letters.
  • Date: Below the title, it specifies "Summer 1952", indicating the time period covered by this guide.
  • Opening Hours: The museum's operating hours are listed: open daily except Sundays and holidays from 9 to 5 p.m. Visitors are welcomed to explore the galleries, study collections, and library.
  • Summer School Courses: A section titled "SUMMER SCHOOL COURSES" lists several art history courses offered during the summer, including:
    • Ancient Art: Taught by Associate Professor George M. A. Hanfmann, Harvard University.
    • Italian Art of the Early Renaissance: Taught by Professor Horst W. Janson, Renaissance Square College, New York University.
    • Modern Painting: Taught by Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., Harvard University.
    • Painting in the United States: Taught by Mr. Alfred V. Frankenstein, Music and Art Critic, San Francisco Chronicle.
    • Contact information is provided for further inquiries: Harvard Summer School, 2 Weld Hall, Cambridge 38, Massachusetts.

Middle Section:

  • Exhibitions: This section highlights special exhibitions and collections available during the summer:
    • Permanent Collection: Works of art permanently on display.
    • Special Exhibitions:
      • A wide selection from the Museum’s own Collection of French 19th Century Paintings and Drawings.
      • A representative selection from the Museum’s Collection of English and American Silver.

Lower Section:

  • Clippings and Articles: The bottom portion of the page contains several newspaper clippings or printed excerpts, likely from publications such as The New York Times and New England Newspaper Agency. These clippings provide details about specific exhibitions and collections:
    • Stained Glass Collection: An article discusses a stained glass collection on loan to the Fogg Museum from Clarence John Mackey, a noted collector. The collection includes 150 pieces of 16th-century stained glass, primarily from the northern France region. The article notes that the glass dates from the 16th century and was probably made in the Portsmouth Priory School in England.
    • French Drawings at Fogg Museum: Another article highlights an exhibition of French Drawings at the Fogg Museum, featuring works from the 16th to the 19th century. The exhibition includes drawings by artists such as Claude Lorrain, François Boucher, Jacques Callot, and others.
    • Medieval Stained Glass at Two Harvard Museums: A third article mentions a collection of medieval stained glass on loan to the Fogg Museum and the Harvard University Art Museums. The glass is described as being from the Portsmouth Priory School and includes examples of 16th-century Dutch glass.

Visual Details:

  • Condition: The book appears aged, with visible wear such as creases, discoloration, and slight damage along the edges. There are handwritten annotations or markings, including a red underline and a date ("July 27, 1952") in the bottom right corner.
  • Layout: The text is typed, with clear headings and subheadings. The clippings are neatly arranged, suggesting they were compiled for reference or display purposes.

Overall Context:

This document serves as a historical record of the Fogg Art Museum’s programming and exhibitions in the summer of 1952. It reflects the museum's educational role, offering courses and showcasing diverse collections, including stained glass, French drawings, and silver. The inclusion of newspaper clippings indicates efforts to promote these exhibitions to the public. The aged appearance of the book underscores its historical value as a primary source for understanding museum activities and public engagement in the mid-20th century.

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The image shows a page from a book or a brochure that contains information about the Fogg Art Museum and its summer school courses and exhibitions. The page has a brown background and several pieces of paper with black text pasted on it. The text on the top of the page reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM Summer 1952" and provides information about the museum's opening hours and the availability of its study collections and library to the public. Below that, there is a section titled "SUMMER SCHOOL COURSES" that lists the courses offered by the museum during the summer, including Ancient Art, Italian Art of the Early Renaissance, Modern Painting, and Painting in the United States. The names of the professors who will be teaching these courses are also mentioned. Further down, there is a section titled "EXHIBITIONS" that lists the exhibitions that will be on display during the summer, including a selection of French 19th-century paintings and drawings, as well as a representative selection from the museum's collection of English and American silver. The page also includes some newspaper clippings with information about the museum's stained glass collection and its loan to Harvard.