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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1955-March 1958

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Sunday Herald" dated October 23, 1955. The article is titled "'Delacroix in New England'; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts" and is written by Robert Taylor.

The article reviews an exhibition titled "Delacroix in New England Collections," which is being held at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition features works by the 19th-century French artist Eugène Delacroix, showcasing his drawings, watercolors, paintings, and assemblies. The review highlights Delacroix's energetic talent and his influence on other artists like Gautier, Hugo, and Baudelaire. The exhibition aims to provide a glimpse into Delacroix's artistic process and his impact on the art world.

The article also mentions a 90-year-old friend of Delacroix, Louise, who is showing her portraits. Her work is described as calm, sensitive, and true, with a focus on her early contacts and her rendering of children.

The reviewer notes that Delacroix's work is characterized by a vigorous and passionate style, evident in pieces like "Arab Attacking a Panther" and portraits of Baron Schwiter. The article emphasizes Delacroix's love for literature and his ability to create highly personal and imaginative fantasies. The reviewer is particularly impressed with Delacroix's lithographs, such as those inspired by Goethe's "Faust" and an album of Durer's prints.

Overall, the article praises the exhibition for its thorough engagement with Delacroix's work and its ability to convey the spirit of the artist.

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BOSTON SUNDAY HERALD, OCTOBER 23, 1955

Events in Art

'Delacroix in New England'; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts

By ROBERT TAYLOR

"Delacroix in New England Collections," igniting the season at the Fogg Museum, Cambridge, is a concise but exhilarating glimpse of one of the 19th century's most energetic talents. The show is designed to reveal how rich this area is in Delacroix drawings, watercolors and paintings and assembles 40—exactly right to give us a further idea of the master's manifold gifts.

Few great artists are as easily assimilated at first sight as Delacroix. Here we see how deeply he was involved in the romantic revolt of his era, with the new and exciting discoveries being made by Gautier, Hugo and Baudelaire; how, in a sense, he was making possible the flowering of modern art at the end of the century by clearing out some of the musty deadwood of an academic past.

The contemporaneity of such a drawing as "Mounted Arab Attacking a Panther," in which a vigorous, taut line indicates action with a few passionate strokes, is still strong. The handsome reds and greens of "Arab With His Steed," and the wonderfully Stendhalian portrait of Baron Schwitzer foreshadow Impressionism. Although I suspect his love for literature led him into some illustrative cul-de-sacs, the stimulus this gave to his imagination presages the highly personal, interior fantasies of the 20th century painter.

In short, his boundless vitality is thoroughly engaging, and the show has the air of that enormous zest for experience we find in some of Balzac's provincial heroes newly arrived in Paris. The exotic settings of revolutionary Greece and Africa, the classic studies a la Flaxman, the reports of riots and of theatrical events, all assume immediacy. I was particularly impressed with his fascination with photography as shown by his album of Durer prints and by Lafcadio Hearn's translation, in manuscript, of Baudelaire's "Curiosités Esthétiques," which relate to the spirit of the display.

Lewis, a remarkable woman of 90, friend of the Impressionist giants, is showing portraits. Her work discloses the influence of her famous friends, not unnaturally, and her rendering of children, in particular, is calm and sensitive and true.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Herald dated October 23, 1955. The article, titled "Events in Art," discusses two art exhibitions.

  1. Delacroix in New England:

    • The article reviews an exhibition titled "Delacroix in New England" held at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. Author Robert Taylor describes the show as revealing the depth and breadth of 19th-century artist Eugène Delacroix's work, particularly in drawings, watercolors, and paintings. Delacroix's influence and impact on the romantic and modern art movements are highlighted, with specific examples such as his dynamic compositions and his role in clearing the way for modern art.

    • Taylor notes that Delacroix's works are engaging and showcase his boundless vitality. The show includes pieces that exhibit his fascination with exotic settings, revolutionary Greece, Africa, and dramatic theatrical events, all captured with immediacy.

  2. Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts:

    • The second part of the article briefly mentions George Grosz's satirical work, presumably a new exhibit, and another debut artist's work.

The article includes a mention of Lewis, a 90-year-old Impressionist friend, whose portraits are displayed, emphasizing their natural and sensitive quality.

The newspaper article overall provides insight into the artistic events and discussions happening in New England during that period.

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The image is a clipping from the "Boston Sunday Herald" dated October 23, 1955. The article is titled "Delacroix in New England; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts" and was written by Robert Taylor.

The article discusses two exhibitions:

  1. "Delacroix in New England Collections":

    • This exhibition is at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, showcasing the works of Eugène Delacroix.
    • The show highlights Delacroix's significant contributions to 19th-century art, particularly his involvement in the romantic movement and his role in influencing the flowering of modern art.
    • The article praises Delacroix's vibrant and dynamic artworks, mentioning specific pieces such as "Mounted Arab Attacking a Panther" and "Arab With His Steed."
    • It notes Delacroix's fascination with literature and how it influenced his work, leading to highly personal and imaginative pieces.
    • The display includes a variety of drawings, watercolors, and paintings, giving an extensive view of Delacroix's artistic prowess and versatility.
  2. Mention of other exhibitions:

    • There is a brief mention of a woman artist, a remarkable 90-year-old named Lewis, who is showing portraits influenced by her early life contacts, noted for her sensitive and true renderings of children.

The article highlights the significance and impact of Delacroix's work, emphasizing the energy and diversity of his contributions to the art world. It also hints at other notable artistic events happening at the time.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Herald, dated October 23, 1955. The article, titled "Events in Art: 'Delacroix in New England'; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts," is written by Robert Taylor.

The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge titled "Delacroix in New England Collections." It highlights Eugène Delacroix's influence and importance as an artist during the 19th century. The exhibition showcases his drawings, watercolors, and paintings, aiming to reveal the depth and variety of his talents and the rich artistic heritage of New England.

The article notes that Delacroix's works are easily assimilated and offers insight into his involvement in the romantic movement, his interaction with contemporaries like Géricault, Hugo, and Baudelaire, and his contributions to modern art by breaking away from academic traditions.

Specific works mentioned include "Mounted Arab Attacking a Panther," "Arab With His Steed," and the Stendhalian portrait of Baron Schwitzer, which foreshadows Impressionism. The article also mentions Delacroix's fascination with photography and his manuscript translations of works by Baudelaire.

The second part of the article mentions an exhibition of Grosz's satire and two debuts, including a show by a 90-year-old woman named Lewis, known for her Impressionist portraits and her work depicting children, described as "calm and sensitive and true."

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The image is a clipping from the "Boston Sunday Herald," dated October 23, 1955. It features an art review column titled "Events in Art," written by Robert Taylor. The main articles highlighted in this section are:

  1. "Delacroix in New England":

    • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, focusing on the works of Eugène Delacroix, a prominent 19th-century artist.
    • The exhibition aims to showcase Delacroix's extensive talents through 40 drawings, watercolors, and paintings.
    • Delacroix is noted for his deep involvement in the Romantic movement, influencing modern art by moving away from the academic conventions of his time.
    • The review mentions how Delacroix's art connects with the works of other notable figures such as Gautier, Hugo, and Baudelaire.
    • One specific piece, "Mounted Arab Attacking a Panther," is highlighted for its vigorous action and strong use of color.
  2. Grosz's Satire:

    • This part of the article likely discusses the satirical works of George Grosz, although the specific details are not fully visible in the provided image.
  3. Two Debuts:

    • The review also covers the debut works of other artists, notably Lewis and Flaxman.
    • Lewis: A friend of the Impressionists, Lewis's work portrays scenes from revolutionary Greece and Africa, classical studies, and interior fantasies. The review praises his precise and sensitive rendering of children and his photographic approach, influenced by Dürer prints and Baudelaire's aesthetics.
    • The debut works seem to reflect a blend of personal and historical themes, showing the artists' individual styles and influences.

The column provides a rich overview of these exhibitions and artistic debuts, emphasizing the historical and stylistic significance of the works on display.

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the "Boston Sunday Herald," dated October 23, 1955. The article is titled "'Delacroix in New England'; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts" and is written by Robert Taylor. It discusses an art exhibition called "Delacroix in New England Collections" at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.

The article highlights the significance of Eugène Delacroix’s work, noting his involvement in the romantic revolt of his era and how his art bridges traditional and modern influences. It mentions specific works such as "Mounted Arab Attacking a Panther" and "Arab With His Steed," and touches on themes like the artist’s vitality, use of color, and impact on modern art.

Additionally, the article briefly mentions a woman named Lewis, described as a remarkable 90-year-old friend of the Impressionist giants, who is exhibiting portraits. Her work is praised for its calmness, sensitivity, and truthful rendering, particularly of children.

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This image displays a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Sunday Herald," dated October 23, 1955. The article, labeled "Events in Art," is titled "Delacroix in New England; Grosz’s Satire, Two Debuts" and is authored by Robert Taylor. The visible portion of the article discusses an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge revolving around the works of Delacroix, mentioning that it provides a "concise but exhilarating glimpse of one of the 19th century's most energetic talents." It also highlights watercolors and paintings that seem to represent Delacroix's gifts. The article goes on to mention an artist named Lewis, who, at the age of 90, is displaying portraits. This artist is noted for deep connections with Impressionist giants and the influence of her early contacts in her work, especially her portraits of children.

The rest of the text is cut off and not fully readable, but it appears to describe various artistic styles and works, referencing notable figures like Balzac and artistic elements like "flamboyant personal interiors and fantastical scenarios."

The newspaper cutting appears to be yellowed with age and has a torn bottom corner and frayed edges. The top part is folded over, obscuring a small part of the text.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Herald dated October 23, 1955. The clipping is titled "Events in Art" and features an article by Robert Taylor. The headline reads "'Delacroix in New England'; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts." The article discusses an exhibition titled "Delacroix in New England Collections," which is taking place at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition aims to showcase the rich collection of Delacroix's watercolors, paintings, and approximately 40 drawings, providing insight into the artist's manifold gifts.

The article highlights Delacroix's involvement in the romantic revolution of his era, influenced by artists like Géricault, Hugo, and Baudelaire. It also mentions his fascination with the flowering of modern art at the end of the 19th century, which is evident in his clear-cut drawings. The exhibition includes exotic settings from revolutionary Greece and Africa, studies of riots, and theatrical events, all assumed to be immediate. The article concludes by mentioning Delacroix's fascination with photography, as evidenced by his album of Durie prints and Lafcadio Hearn's manuscript of Baudelaire's "Curiosities Esthetiques," which relate to the spirit of the display.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Herald, dated October 23, 1955. The clipping features an article titled "Delacroix in New England; Grosz's Satire, Two Debuts" written by Robert Taylor. The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, showcasing works by the 19th-century French artist Eugène Delacroix. The exhibition includes 40 drawings, watercolors, and paintings, highlighting Delacroix's involvement in the romantic revolt of his era. The article also mentions the debut of works by the German artist George Grosz, known for his satirical art. The clipping provides a glimpse into the art scene of the 1950s, focusing on the influence of Delacroix and the emergence of new artists.