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This is page three of The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958, focusing on the Fine Arts Department at Harvard.
The main article, titled “Fogg’s Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists’ Articulateness” by Paul W. Schwartz, critiques the pedagogical approach of Harvard’s Fogg Museum and Fine Arts Department. Schwartz, a New York artist and self-described “fugitive” from America’s “museum hierarchy,” argues that the department’s focus on historical analysis and scholarly interpretation of art — especially under Professor Seymour Slive and Professor John Coolidge — has led to an “unfortunate reputation” for neglecting art’s creative and expressive dimensions. He contends that Harvard’s emphasis on “art as a thing of the past” and its reliance on “academic circles” has alienated students and artists, who often find the curriculum uninspiring and disconnected from the process of making art.
Schwartz references Professor Leo Steinberg’s critique in the 1956 “Report of the Committee on the Arts” and contrasts it with the view of Professor George W.A.D. who believes art history should be taught with “sensitive instinct, considerable knowledge, and, by no means least, a large dose of common sense.” He concludes that the department’s failure to value the “artist’s primary mode of expression — his own views” is a significant shortcoming.
The page includes a photograph captioned “That philosophy of art which has been played down at Fogg was summed up by Picasso in two sentences: ‘To me there is no past or future in art. If a work of art cannot live always in the present it must not be considered at all.’ Too often students go to Fogg merely to look at pictures in their historical perspective.” The photo shows two men — one seated at a typewriter, the other standing — in what appears to be an office or studio, with paintings resting on easels or leaning against the wall.
In a sidebar, Schwartz writes: “Some time ago a Midwestern newspaper ran a short item...” quoting an anonymous critic who finds Harvard-trained artists “excellent, ‘good,’” but lacking “detailed execution.” The writer laments the “preponderance of dull, lifeless, and unimaginative” art produced under this philosophy.
The article concludes with a teaser: “(Continued on page four).”
Also featured on the page are two advertisements:
“TEA and CRUMPETS at our OPEN HOUSE — FEB. 22nd — 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY” hosted by the “MORRIS” & “JAY MOTORS” dealerships. The ad invites the public to “Join us for a spot of tea and crumpets, free to all who visit us during our open house.” It also references “Antis-Healey,” “Old Boy” (a reference to a British car), and provides the address “21 Prospect St., Cambridge, EL 6-8388.”
“Gulf Oil Corporation” is recruiting at Harvard University on February 17, 1958, for positions in Research, Financial Organizations, and Development. The ad seeks candidates in the following majors:
Overall, this newspaper page provides a snapshot of artistic debate and student life at Harvard in the late 1950s, juxtaposing a critical cultural commentary with practical student resources and local advertising.
The image is a scanned page from "The Harvard Crimson" newspaper, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958, and it is Page Three of the publication. The main headline is "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard: Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness" by Paul W. Schwartz. The article discusses the approach to art education at Harvard's Fine Arts Department, particularly the philosophy advocated by Professor Simon Slive, who suggests that students should not take notes and that enthusiasm for the concept in academic circles is hard to find. The article also mentions essays on the philosophy of art by Picasso and Andre Gide.
Below the main article, there is a sidebar with text about a Midwestern newspaper chart rating the departments at Harvard. The page features a photograph of two individuals looking at a painting, presumably in a museum setting. The bottom left corner includes an advertisement for a tea and crumpets open house on February 22nd, and the bottom right corner contains an advertisement for the Gulf Oil Corporation, which will be interviewing candidates for positions in research, financial organizations, and development. The advertisement lists several job positions and specifies locations in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
This image is a page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The page is titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard" and discusses Fogg's philosophy of art pedagogy and how it neglects artists' articulateness. The article is written by Paul W. Schwartz.
The page includes a large photograph on the right side showing three people looking at paintings. The caption under the photo mentions a philosophy of art expressed by Picasso.
At the bottom of the page, there are two advertisements. The left advertisement is from Jay Motors, promoting an open house with tea and crumpets on February 22nd, featuring the latest models of MG, Austin Healey, Morris Minor, and Austin cars. The right advertisement is from Gulf Oil Corporation, announcing that their representatives will be at Harvard University on February 17, 1958, to interview candidates for positions in research, financial organizations, and development. The positions listed include chemists, physicists, mathematicians, chemical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and business administration majors. The locations for the interviews are Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, PA.
The image is a black-and-white photograph of a newspaper page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The page is titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard" and features an article by Paul W. Schwartz titled "Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness." The article discusses the pedagogical approach of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, particularly focusing on its neglect of artists' articulateness.
The page layout includes a large headline at the top, followed by the article text. The article is divided into several paragraphs, with the first paragraph introducing the topic and the subsequent paragraphs delving into the details of the author's argument. The article is accompanied by a photograph of a man standing in front of a painting, with a woman standing behind him, possibly in a museum setting.
Below the article, there is a small advertisement for "TEA and CRUMPETS OPEN HOUSE - FEB. 22ND - 6 a.m. - 9 p.m." hosted by Morris Austin-Healey. The advertisement includes a small illustration of a car and the text "JAY MOTORS."
On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "Gulf Oil Corporation Representatives will be at Harvard University to INTERVIEW candidates for positions in RESEARCH, FINANCIAL ORGANIZATIONS, DEVELOPMENT, Chemists, Physicists, Mathematicians, Chemical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Business Administration Majors." This section includes a list of locations and contact information for interested candidates.
The page also includes a small advertisement for "PITTSBURGH and PHILADELPHIA, PA. LOCATIONS: For additional information and to apply for an interview, see Mr. David Huntington, Asst. Director, Office of Student Placement."
The image is a page from an old newspaper. The top left corner of the page reads "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard," indicating that the article is about the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University. The main headline reads "Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness." The article discusses the philosophy of art pedagogy at the Fogg Museum, which is part of the Fine Arts Department at Harvard, and how it neglects the articulateness of artists. The article also includes a black and white photograph of a man and a woman standing in front of a painting, possibly related to the topic of the article. On the bottom right corner of the page, there is an advertisement for Gulf Oil Corporation, which is offering positions in research, financial organizations, and development.
The image shows a page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958, on Page Three. The page is divided into several sections, each addressing different topics.
Gulf Oil Corporation Advertisement:
Tea and Crumpets Event Announcement:
The page reflects the intellectual and cultural climate of Harvard in 1958, showcasing a critique of art education, a corporate recruitment effort, and a social event. The inclusion of diverse content—academic critique, job advertisement, and social announcement—demonstrates the multifaceted nature of campus life and media during that era.
This is a newspaper page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. It appears to be an article discussing the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University, particularly critiquing Fogg’s philosophy of art instruction, suggesting that it neglects the articulation of artists themselves. The article's title is prominent: "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard - Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness" by Paul W. Schwartz.
The page is divided into sections:
The Main Article: It critiques the methodology employed in teaching art at the Fogg Museum, highlighting tensions between theoretical and practical learning in the arts. A photo alongside the article shows two individuals observing paintings in what appears to be a gallery setting.
Advertisements:
The overall layout and content of the page suggest it reflects academic and professional priorities of the late 1950s. The physical condition of the paper shows signs of age, including discoloration and minor tearing along the edges.
The image shown is of a vintage newspaper page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 1, 1935. The page is numbered as page three. The main headline reads, "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard," followed by a subheadline: "Fogg’s Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists’ Articulateness" and is credited to Paul M. Schwartz. The newspaper column is flanked by two ads: a large one on the right side for the "Gulf Oil Corporation" advertising job opportunities for various engineering and science majors, and a smaller one at the bottom left for "TEA and CRUMPETS" mentioning an open house with refreshments on Washington's Birthday hosted by Morriss at Jay Motors.
The newspaper is evidently from the time period, indicated by the typeface, layout, and style of the ads. The article seems to be a critique or discussion regarding the approach to art pedagogy at Harvard's Fogg Museum at that time, though the full content of the article is not fully visible. The Gulf Oil Corporation ad suggests a campus recruitment effort at Harvard for roles including chemists, physicists, mathematicians, chemical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and business administration majors. The locations listed for application are Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The TEA and CRUMPETS ad is a quaint embodiment of the social gatherings and community events during that era.
The image shows a newspaper page titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard" from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The main headline reads "Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness" by Paul W. Schwartz.
The page includes a lengthy article discussing the philosophy of art pedagogy at Harvard, specifically criticizing the approach of the Fogg Art Museum. The article debates issues like art education, the role of museum curators, and the communication of artistic concepts.
There is a black-and-white photograph on the right side of the page showing a man looking at framed artwork on a wall, likely inside an art gallery or museum. The photo caption explains that the philosophy of art which has been played down at Fogg is described at large in the article.
At the bottom left of the page, there is an advertisement for a "TEA and CRUMPETS" open house event on February 22nd, celebrating Washington's birthday, hosted by Jay Motors.
On the lower right side, there is another advertisement for the Gulf Oil Corporation seeking candidates for research financial organizations in February 17, 1958. They are looking to hire chemists, physicists, mathematicians, chemical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and business administration majors.
Overall, the page focuses on a critical examination of the philosophy and teaching methods in Harvard's Fine Arts Department, alongside ads for local events and job opportunities.
This is a scanned, aged page from The Harvard Crimson newspaper (The Fine Arts Department at Harvard), dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The main headline reads “The Fine Arts Department at Harvard” with a subhead “Fogg’s Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists’ Articulateness,” written by Paul W. Schwartz. A photo on the right shows a man viewing artwork in a gallery. The article text begins beneath the large headline.
At the bottom are two advertisements:
The page is yellowed, with creases and a torn edge on the right side.