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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 803932

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or an archival collection, featuring several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events at Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Main Article (Top Left)

    • Title: "Shires—Summer Art Show at Harvard"
    • Date: Monday, July 14, 1952
    • Description: The article discusses a summer art show at Harvard, specifically at the Fogg Museum. It mentions various artworks on loan, including paintings, prints, and textiles. The article highlights the diversity of the collection, which includes works from different periods and regions, such as paintings by Rembrandt and textiles from various cultures.
  2. Image (Top Left)

    • A black-and-white photograph of an elderly man, identified as Rembrandt, accompanied by a caption that reads, "Head of an Old Man," a painting by Rembrandt on view at the Fogg Museum of Art.
  3. Second Article (Top Right)

    • Title: "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum"
    • Description: This article provides more details about the artworks on loan at the Fogg Museum. It mentions the variety of items, including paintings, prints, and textiles, and highlights the historical and cultural significance of the collection.
  4. Third Article (Bottom Left)

    • Title: "Art in Cambridge"
    • Subtitle: "Fogg Museum Shows Works By Colonists"
    • Description: This article discusses an exhibition of colonial art at the Fogg Museum. It mentions the inclusion of works by artists such as John Singleton Copley and highlights the historical importance of the exhibition.
  5. Fourth Article (Bottom Center)

    • Title: "Primary School Stained Glass Loaned To Harvard"
    • Date: August 1, 1952
    • Description: This article reports on the loan of stained glass from a primary school to Harvard. It mentions the historical significance of the stained glass and its temporary display at the university.
  6. Handwritten Note (Top Center)

    • Date: July 28, 1952
    • Description: A handwritten note with the date, possibly indicating when the clippings were collected or the event took place.

The clippings are arranged on a large, aged paper, suggesting they have been preserved for historical or archival purposes. The articles provide a snapshot of the cultural and artistic events at Harvard University during the summer of 1952.

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The image displays a newspaper page from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated Monday, July 14, 1952. The main feature on the page is an article titled "Shires—Summer Art Show at Harvard" with a subheading "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum," written by Dorothy Adlow. The article discusses an art exhibition at Harvard, featuring items from the Fogg Museum, including paintings, prints, and textiles, with a focus on works by American artists from the colonial period. There is also a black and white photograph accompanying the article, showing a portrait of an unidentified man. Additionally, the page includes other articles and advertisements, such as one about the Fogg Museum showing works by colonists and another about stained glass loaned to Harvard. There are handwritten notes and a date, "July 28, 1952," marked on the page.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping dated July 14, 1952, from the Boston newspaper. The main focus is on the Fogg Museum at Harvard University and its summer art show.

Here are the key details:

  1. Title and Headline:

    • The headline reads "Shires—Summer Art Show at Harvard."
    • Below it, there is a subheadline mentioning "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum."
  2. Main Article:

    • The article by Dorothy Adams discusses the Fogg Museum's summer exhibition featuring artworks from the 18th century.
    • The piece highlights several notable pieces including "Head of a Man" by Rembrandt, which is on loan from the Fogg Museum's collection.
    • Adams describes the historical significance of the artworks and how they are displayed, focusing on their aesthetic and cultural value.
    • The article also mentions works by artists such as John Singleton Copley, Gilbert Stuart, and John Trumbull.
  3. Additional Articles:

    • On the left, another article titled "Art in Cambridge" by Dorothy Adams discusses the Fogg Museum showing works by colonists.

    • It includes a description of an exhibit of colonial art, including portraits and other items, emphasizing the historical and artistic significance of these works.

    • A smaller section titled "Priory School Stained Glass Loaned To Harvard" describes stained glass from the Priory School, which is on loan to Harvard’s Fogg Museum.

  4. Visuals:

    • There is a portrait of an individual, likely Rembrandt, included in the article.
  5. Other Sections:

    • The lower part of the newspaper page also includes a few other smaller articles related to art exhibitions and theater, indicating a focus on arts and culture in Cambridge and Boston.

The newspaper clipping provides a snapshot of cultural and artistic activities at Harvard University and the broader Boston area in the mid-20th century.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated Monday, July 14, 1952. The article is titled "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum" and focuses on an art exhibition at Harvard University's Fogg Museum.

The article by Dorothy Adams discusses the summer art show at Harvard, which features numerous works on loan from various sources. The loans include paintings, prints, and textiles from the 18th century, with a focus on American art from the Colonial period to the mid-19th century. The exhibition includes notable works such as a portrait of "Head of an Old Man" by Rembrandt, and a variety of other pieces from artists like Winslow Homer and John Singer Sargent.

The text highlights the diversity of the collection, including works from the Knapp Collection, which features pieces by artists like John Singleton Copley and Gilbert Stuart. Additionally, it mentions the loan of medieval stained glass from the Priory School, which is on display at Harvard, and other notable artworks from the Harvard Summer School collection.

The clipping also includes a smaller section titled "Art in Cambridge" and mentions various art exhibits and cultural events happening around Cambridge, including a show at the Fogg Museum and a portrait from the Rembrandt School. The section provides a brief overview of these exhibits, emphasizing the rich cultural offerings in the area.

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The image is a page from the Boston Herald, dated Monday, July 14, 1952. It features two articles related to art exhibitions at Harvard University.

The larger article, titled "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum," is by Dorothy Alden. It discusses a summer art show at Harvard, featuring works on loan from various institutions. The show includes a wide range of art from the 17th to the 19th century, including paintings, prints, and textiles. Notable pieces mentioned include works by artists like Rembrandt, Rubens, and others. The article highlights the variety and richness of the collection, emphasizing the historical and artistic value of the pieces.

The second article, "Fogg Museum Shows Works by Colonists," also by Dorothy Alden, focuses on an exhibition of colonial art at the Fogg Museum. It describes the significance of the artworks by early American colonists, including a portrait by Joseph Blackburn and works by other colonial artists. The article mentions the unique opportunity to view these pieces together, highlighting their historical importance and artistic merit.

Additionally, there is a smaller article titled "Art in Cambridge," detailing a loan of stained glass from the Memorial Church at Harvard to the Fogg Museum. The stained glass is part of a window designed by Charles Connick, and the article explains the historical context and artistic significance of these pieces.

The page also includes a photo of a painting by Rembrandt, titled "Head of an Old Man," which is part of the exhibition.

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The image is a page from a newspaper dated Monday, July 14, 1952. The newspaper appears to be "The Boston Globe." The main focus of the page is on various art-related news and exhibitions, particularly those in the Boston and Cambridge areas.

Key Sections and Articles:

  1. Summer Art Show at Harvard (Main Article)

    • Title: "Shires—Summer Art Show at Harvard"
    • Subtitle: "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum"
    • Author: By Dorothy Adlow
    • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The exhibition features a variety of works, including paintings, prints, textiles, and other art pieces on loan. It mentions specific works such as a portrait by Rembrandt, a painting by Tintoretto, and textiles from various periods and regions including Chinese, Persian, and European pieces. The article also highlights some individual pieces and their historical significance.
  2. Art-Music-Theater Section

    • Art in Cambridge:
      • Fogg Museum Shows Works By Colonists
        • This section notes that the Fogg Museum is displaying a collection of early American art, including works by colonial artists such as John Singleton Copley, and others. The exhibit aims to show the development and richness of early American art.
  3. Priory School Stained Glass Loaned To Harvard

    • This brief article discusses stained glass from the Priory School being loaned to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. The glass pieces are noted for their medieval style and craftsmanship.
  4. From Rembrandt School

    • A short piece detailing the loan of a portrait attributed to the school of Rembrandt. It mentions the piece's characteristics and the circumstances of its loan.
  5. Art Exhibitions Listings

    • This section lists various ongoing and upcoming art exhibitions in the area, including those at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, galleries, and other institutions. The listings include details on the type of art, dates, and locations.

Other Elements:

  • There is a photograph of a drawing by Rembrandt, titled "Man in a Soft Hat," which is part of the Fogg Museum exhibit.
  • The page also includes a small calendar noting events for July 28, 1952, under the "Art-Music-Theater" section.
  • An advertisement for the New England Academy dance is also visible.

Overall, the page is dedicated to the arts, providing information on exhibitions, historical artworks, and cultural events in the Boston and Cambridge regions.

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The image shows a scrapbook or scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events, mostly involving the Fogg Museum at Harvard and art in Cambridge. The clippings are dated around July and August 1952.

Key elements include:

  1. A headline clipping titled "Summer Art Show at Harvard" with a subheading "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum" by Dorothy Adlow. It discusses various exhibits on loan, including works by Arnold Knapp and Rembrandt, and mentions artists like Edouard Vuillard and Vincent Van Gogh.

  2. A black-and-white photograph of a man identified as "Head of an Old Man," a pupil of Rembrandt, which is on view at the Fogg Museum.

  3. Another clipping titled "Art in Cambridge" dated July 28, 1952, which talks about the Fogg Museum showing works by colonists and various art exhibitions.

  4. Small clippings about a stained glass piece from the Priory School loaned to Harvard and a note from the New England Newsclip Agency dated August 1, 1952.

  5. A piece titled "From Rembrandt School" further elaborating on the "Head of an Old Man" painting and the characteristics of Rembrandt's work.

The page is yellowed with age, showing some wear, tape marks, and staples holding the clippings in place. The overall theme is art exhibitions around Harvard, highlighting the involvement of the Fogg Museum and notable art pieces and artists.

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The image displays an old newspaper page featuring several articles about art exhibitions, with a focus on the Fogg Museum at Harvard. The headline "Summer Art Show at Harvard" is prominent at the top, followed by sub-headers discussing paintings, prints, and textiles on loan at the Fogg Museum. One of the articles titled "Art in Cambridge" discusses the Fogg Museum showcasing works by colonists. There are mentions of specific artwork exhibitions and details about the pieces on display.

Near the bottom of the page, there's another heading "Priory School Stained Glass Loaned To Harvard," discussing a particular stained glass piece. The page is from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Monday, July 14, 1952, as indicated by the newspaper's masthead at the top of the page. The paper is aged, with some discoloration and yellowing characteristic of vintage paper materials. Various elements, such as article layouts, typesetting, and the physical condition of the paper, reflect the era of its publication.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or publication dated Monday, July 14, 1952, from Boston. The page is titled "hres—Summer Art Show at Harvard" and features a detailed article about an art exhibition hosted by the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The article is authored by Dorothy Adler and discusses a summer art show featuring paintings, prints, and textiles on loan to the Fogg Museum.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Headline and Subheadings:

    • The main headline reads: "hires—Summer Art Show at Harvard".
    • A subheading states: "Paintings, Prints, Textiles On Loan at the Fogg Museum By Dorothy Adler".
  2. Visual Content:

    • On the left side of the page, there is a black-and-white photograph of an elderly man with a long beard and mustache. The caption beneath the photo reads: "Head of an Old Man," by a pupil of Rembrandt, on view at the Fogg Museum of Art.
    • The photograph is labeled as part of the exhibition.
  3. Article Content:

    • The article discusses the Fogg Museum's Summer Art Show, highlighting various artworks on display, including pieces by Rembrandt and other notable artists.
    • It mentions a collection of portraits, prints, and textiles, with a focus on works from the Rembrandt school and other European masters.
    • The article also references stained glass from the Priory School, loaned to Harvard, and provides details about the exhibition's scope and significance.
  4. Additional Text:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller section titled "Art in Cambridge", which appears to be a separate article or advertisement. It mentions an exhibition titled "Fogg Museum Shows Works By Colonialists", also by Dorothy Adler, and includes details about the exhibition dates (August 7–19, 1952) and location (New England Newspaper Agency, Inc.).
    • The text includes a reference to "Mercery & Weekly Independent" with an address in Newport, R.I..
  5. Annotations:

    • There is handwritten text on the page, including a signature or note dated "July 28, 1952" and labeled "Art-Music-Theater". The phrase "Art in Cambridge" is circled, indicating emphasis or interest in that particular section.

Overall Context:

The image captures a historical snapshot of an art exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Museum in 1952. It highlights the museum's role in showcasing significant artworks, including pieces by Rembrandt and colonial artists, as well as stained glass from the Priory School. The page also reflects the cultural and artistic activities in Cambridge during that era, with mentions of related events and exhibitions. The handwritten annotations suggest that someone reviewed or marked the article for personal interest or research purposes.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and articles from the mid-20th century, focusing on art exhibitions and shows in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The collage includes several headlines and excerpts from articles, some of which are related to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The articles discuss various art exhibitions, including works by colonial artists, Rembrandt's students, and medieval stained glass. The clippings also mention the loan of objects from the Fogg Museum to Harvard and the importance of preserving and showcasing art.