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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 804087

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This image displays an open scrapbook page, filled with a collage of newspaper clippings and a photograph, primarily focused on art and artists, dated from January 1958.

Central Focus:
The largest and most prominent item is a clipping from the Worcester, Mass. Republican dated January 5, 1958. It features a photograph titled "A BRAHMAN BULL," a bronze sculpture by Tex Schiwetz, which was on display at the Worcester Art Museum. Below the photo is the main article headline: "Fogg Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer", written by Walter Merkell. The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum's plans to exhibit a private collection of drawings by Curtis O. Baer, collected over 40 years, which included works by prominent 20th-century artists.

Other Clippings:
Surrounding the central article are several smaller clippings:

  • Top Right: A clipping from the Whiston Press Clipping Service, Buffalo, N.Y., dated December 31, 1957, from the New York Times. It reports on an "EXPEDITION TO DIG AT ANCIENT SARDIS", led by Harvard University, Cornell University, and the American Schools of Oriental Research. The clipping is stamped with a date of "DEC 31 1957" and has a note "For a Museum" at the top.
  • Middle Right: A clipping from the American Press Clipping Service, Inc., New York (address 119 Nassau Street) with a handwritten "Tel. Worth 2-3797" and a date of January 17, 1958. It's from the Times-Herald, Dallas, Texas, with the headline: "Shahn To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen", featuring advice from artist Ben Shahn, then on faculty at Harvard University.
  • Middle Left: Another clipping from the Free Press (m) Burlington, Vt. Independent Republican, dated January 17, 1958, with the headline "Artist Advises Hard Work First", echoing the theme of Shahn's advice.

Overall Layout & Context:

  • The clippings are mounted on the yellowed pages of an old scrapbook, showing signs of age with some discoloration and creases.
  • The content is clearly curated around the theme of art, art education, and cultural events in early 1958, with a particular focus on institutions and figures associated with Harvard (Fogg Art Museum, Baer's collection, Ben Shahn, the Sardis expedition).
  • The presence of press clipping service labels indicates these were professionally collected, likely by an individual interested in tracking these specific topics or by the institutions involved themselves.
  • The scrapbook page itself functions as a historical artifact, documenting the media coverage of art and academia during that specific time period.

In summary, the image shows a curated collection of early 1958 newspaper clippings centered on significant art news, prominently featuring an exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum and advice for aspiring artists, all preserved in a vintage scrapbook.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a vintage scrapbook or a newspaper clipping album. It contains several cut-out newspaper clippings and articles, each with distinct headlines and information, presumably related to art, museums, and historical events. The pages are aged, with a yellowed appearance, indicating they are from an older publication, possibly from the mid-20th century.

Here are some key details from the visible articles:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "A BRAHMAN BULL"
    • Caption: "Bronze sculpture by Tex Schiwetz on display at the Worcester Art Museum."
    • The image accompanying this clipping shows a black and white photograph of a bull sculpture.
  2. Middle Left Article:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer"
    • By Walter Merkel
    • This article discusses the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and an upcoming exhibit featuring the collection of artist Curtis O. Baer, which includes drawings by 54 artists.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Artist Advises: Hard Work First"
    • This article quotes an artist named Ber Shahn, advising young artists to work hard, read, talk, and listen.
  4. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "WHISTON PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE"
    • It mentions an expedition to dig at ancient Sardis in Turkey.
  5. Middle Right Article:

    • Headline: "Shahn To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen"
    • This is another clipping from the same article as the bottom left, reinforcing the advice given by Ber Shahn.

The clippings are pinned or adhered to the page, suggesting they were collected for reference or preservation. The visible dates on the clippings are from 1958, which aligns with the vintage appearance of the page.

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This image shows a collage of newspaper clippings and other documents related to art and artists. The central focus is on a newspaper article from the Sunday Telegram of Worcester, Massachusetts, dated January 5, 1958, which announces that the Fogg Art Museum will display a collection of Curtis O. Baer. The article is written by Walter Merkel and describes the collection of drawings by 54 artists, ranging from a Florentine drawing of circa 1460 to contemporary works.

To the left of the main article, there is a photograph of a bronze sculpture titled "A Brahman Bull" by Tex Schiwetz, which is on display at the Worcester Art Museum. Below the main article, there is another clipping titled "Artist Advises Hard Work First," featuring advice from artist Ben Shahn about becoming an artist.

To the right, there are additional clippings and notes. One is from the Whiston Press Clipping Service in Buffalo, New York, dated December 31, 1957, discussing an expedition to dig at ancient Sardis. Another clipping is from the Free Press in Burlington, Vermont, dated January 17, 1958, and also features advice from Ben Shahn to young artists. There is also a note from the American Press Clipping Service Inc. in New York, dated January 28, 1958, and a final clipping titled "Shahn To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen," which reiterates the advice given by Ben Shahn.

The clippings are arranged on a brown paper page, and there are various stamps and labels indicating the sources and dates of the articles.

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The image is a photograph of a scrapbook page that has been filled with various newspaper clippings and articles. The clippings are from different newspapers and cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, press clipping services, and advice for young artists.

At the top left of the page, there is a clipping from the "New England Telegraph" dated January 5, 1958, with a headline that reads "Fogg Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer." This clipping features a photograph of a bronze sculpture by Tex Schwitzer, titled "A Brahman Bull," which is on display at the Worcester Art Museum. The article describes the exhibition of Baer's collection, which includes drawings and paintings.

Below this clipping, there is another article from the "Free Press" dated January 17, 1958, with the headline "Artist Advises Hard Work First." This article includes advice from an artist, emphasizing the importance of hard work and dedication in pursuing a career in the arts.

To the right of these clippings, there is a clipping from the "Whistion Press Clipping Service" dated December 31, 1957, with the headline "Expedition To Dig At Ancient Sardis." This article discusses an archaeological expedition planned for the ancient city of Sardis in Turkey.

Below this clipping, there is another article from the "American Press Clipping Service" with the headline "Shahn To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen." This article features advice from artist Ben Shahn, who encourages young artists to work diligently, read widely, engage in conversations, and listen to others.

The scrapbook page also includes other clippings and articles, but they are not as clearly legible or prominent as the ones described above. The overall theme of the page seems to be centered around art, artists, and the pursuit of artistic endeavors, with a mix of exhibition announcements, advice, and historical or archaeological content.

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The image is of a clipping book with various newspaper articles and clippings. The book has a brown cover and is open to a page with several articles and clippings. The articles are about art, including a bronze sculpture by Tex Schultz on display at the Worcester Art Museum and a collection of drawings by Curtis O. Baer. The clippings include a notice from the New England News Agency and a clipping service from the American Press Clipping Service.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping or scrapbook, dated January 5, 1958, from the Worcester Telegram, a newspaper based in Worcester, Massachusetts. The page features a mix of headlines, articles, and visual elements, providing a snapshot of cultural and artistic events from that time.

Key Elements in the Image:

Top Left Section:

  • Headline: "Fog Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer"

    • This article discusses the display of a private art collection at the Worcester Art Museum. It mentions that the collection includes works by Curtis O. Baer, a notable artist. The article highlights the significance of the collection, noting that it contains over 34 drawings and paintings, including portraits, landscapes, and sketches from the 20th century. It also describes Baer's artistic style and influence.
  • Image: A black-and-white photograph of a bronze sculpture of a bull, titled "A Brahman Bull" by Tex Schweitzer. The sculpture is displayed at the Worcester Art Museum. The caption beneath the image identifies the artist and the museum.

Top Right Section:

  • Headline: "EXPEDITION TO DIG AT ANCIENT SARIS"
    • This article reports on an archaeological expedition to the ancient city of Sardis in Turkey. It describes the discovery of a planned excavation by Dr. A. R. Miller, a professor from Cornell University, and mentions the involvement of the American Schools of Classical Studies in Athens. The article discusses the historical significance of Sardis and the potential findings from the dig.

Bottom Left Section:

  • Headline: "Artist Advises"
    • This section appears to be a column or advisory piece aimed at artists, offering practical advice or guidance. The content is not fully visible, but it seems to provide tips or insights for aspiring or practicing artists.

Bottom Right Section:

  • Headline: "Shahn, To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen"
    • This article features a quote or advice from Ben Shahn, a prominent American artist known for his social realism and murals. The headline suggests that Shahn is offering guidance to young artists, emphasizing the importance of hard work, reading, talking, and listening as part of their artistic development.

Additional Details:

  • Newspaper Information: The top of the page includes the newspaper's name, Worcester Telegram, along with its publication details: "Sunday Telegram," "Worcester, Mass.," "Republican," and a circulation figure of 106,947.
  • Date: The date is clearly marked as January 5, 1958.
  • Clipping Service: The page includes a stamp from the Whiston Press Clipping Service, indicating that this clipping was part of a collection or archive. The stamp shows the date December 31, 1967, suggesting the clipping was archived or cataloged several years after its original publication.
  • Visual Layout: The page is formatted with multiple columns of text, typical of newspaper design, and includes both textual content and an illustrative image.

Summary:

The image captures a page from a 1958 newspaper clipping that highlights various cultural and artistic events. The central focus is on the display of Curtis O. Baer's art collection at the Worcester Art Museum, accompanied by a striking bronze sculpture of a bull. Additional articles cover an archaeological expedition to Sardis and advice for young artists, including a notable quote from Ben Shahn. The page also includes metadata about the newspaper and the clipping service that preserved it.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with multiple clipped newspaper articles carefully attached to a beige-toned background. Each article is pasted in an orderly manner, and some clippings include handwritten annotations or stamps showing their source and date.

Notable features of the page:

  1. Top Left: A large clipping featuring a photograph of a bronze sculpture of a bull, titled "A Brahman Bull," by Tex Schiwetz. The article is titled "Art and Artists: Fogg Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer." The article seems to describe highlights of an art display.

  2. Top Right: A smaller clipping, stamped with a date (Dec 31, 1957), discusses an "Expedition to Dig at Ancient Sardis," mentioning archaeological work.

  3. Center: A mix of clippings with varied titles. One mentions "Artist Advises Hard Work First," offering advice for aspiring artists. Another is titled "Shahn to Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen," discussing career and personal development for artists.

  4. Additional Information: Stamps indicate inclusion of dates and origins of clippings, including locations like Worcester, Burlington, and Dallas. Some prominent names and institutions related to art and archaeology are referenced throughout.

This archived collection reflects a keen interest in art, artists, and cultural exploration.

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You are looking at an image of a scrapbook page or an archival collection of newspaper clippings related to art and artists. The page contains several articles, each with its own heading and contents. Here is a description of what's visible:

  1. At the top left, a portion of an article titled "Art and Artists," with a date stamp indicating "JAN 5 1958." Below the title, there's a clipping of an image of a sculpture with the caption "A BRAHMAN BULL. Bronze sculpture by Tex Schiwetz on display at the Worcester Art Museum."

  2. Below the Brahman bull image, there's an article about the Fogg Art Museum displaying the "Collection of Curtis O. Baer." This article is authored by Walter Merkel.

  3. To the right of the "Art and Artists" headline, there's a smaller, partially visible article with a stamp from the "WHISTON PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE," dated "DEC 31 1967."

  4. Below the stamp, there's an article snippet about an expedition to dig at ancient Sardis.

  5. Below the Fogg Art Museum article, there's another column with a headline "Artist Advises Hard Work First." This article suggests that young artists, writers, and musicians should focus on hard work.

  6. On the bottom right corner of the page, there's an article titled "Shahn To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen." The article emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and engagement in your chosen field.

  7. There are also fragments of other articles and some text that is cut off and continuation of other mentioned articles.

  8. The page seems well-preserved, with some discoloration typical of paper aging. Some of the articles have library or archival service tags, suggesting that they've been systematically collected and cataloged.

The overall impression is that this is a record of historical discussions and opinions on art and artist culture, providing insights into the attitudes and events related to the art world during the time of the clippings.

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This image shows a scrapbook page filled with various newspaper clippings related to art and archaeology, primarily focusing on the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

  • The largest clipping is a Sunday Telegram article from January 5, 1958, titled "Fogg Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer," featuring a black-and-white photograph of a bronze sculpture titled "A Brahman Bull" by Tex Schiwetz on display at the Worcester Art Museum. The article describes a new exhibition of art by 54 artists from a private collection, including drawings ranging from the 15th century to modern works.

  • There are several smaller clippings from different press services:

    • A short piece from January 17, 1958, advising artists to work hard, including a note about artist Ben Shahn.
    • An article from the American Press Clipping Service, Dallas, titled "Shahn To Young Artists: Work, Read, Talk, Listen," quoting artist Ben Shahn's advice for aspiring artists, emphasizing hard work, education, and broad intellectual engagement.
    • A clipping from December 3, 1957, titled "Expedition to Dig at Ancient Sardis," about an archaeological expedition planned for ancient Sardis in Turkey, with involvement from Harvard University faculty and the Fogg Museum.

The page features typed and handwritten notes indicating the dates and sources of the clippings, highlighting the common theme of art, artists' development, and archaeological research. The overall tone is educational, aimed at informing readers about upcoming exhibitions, artist advice, and scientific exploration.

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  • A vintage scrapbook page or collage on brown, aged paper. The page is filled with small newspaper clippings taped or glued around a central image.
  • The central piece shows a black-and-white photo of a Brahman bull sculpture, with the caption noting it’s a bronze sculpture by Tex Schiwetz on display at the Worcester Art Museum.
  • The main headline reads: “Fogg Art Museum To Display Collection of Curtis O. Baer,” with a byline “By Walter Merkel.”
  • Surrounding clippings include various art and museum notes, plus several small clippings and clipping-service notices (e.g., American Press Clipping Service, Whiston Press Clipping Service). One corner has a small card with a date (JAN 5, 1958) and city information (Worcester, Mass.).
  • The page shows signs of aging: yellowed, torn edges, and binder holes on the left side. The overall color is sepia-tinted, with black-and-white text and images.