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This image shows a single page from an old, bound book, opened to reveal a newspaper clipping pasted onto its right-hand page. The clipping is from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Thursday, April 11, 1957.

The article, titled “Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries” and written by Emily Genauer, announces the public opening of an exhibition. It details a collection of paintings, drawings, and sculpture assembled by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer Jr., which is being displayed at the Knoedler Galleries as a benefit for the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.

The article notes that the collection is primarily 20th-century, with some late 19th-century works, and reflects Mr. Pulitzer’s intellectual and disciplined taste. It highlights artists represented, including major figures like Cezanne, Monet, Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and also less-known names gaining professional esteem such as Afro, Diebenkorn, and Minguzzi. Specific works mentioned include:

• Modigliani’s “Head of a Woman”
• Klee’s “Anchored,” “Protected Children,” and “Earth Spirits”
• Braque’s “Still Life, 1925”
• Pasararo’s “The Hermitage”
• Two works by Vlara and Max Beckmann’s “Portrait of Zerewell”

The exhibition was scheduled to run through May 4, 1957, before moving to the Fogg Museum.

The clipping shows signs of age, with some browning along the edges. The surrounding page is a pale ivory color and has faint stains or discoloration, particularly a large, irregularly shaped stain below the clipping. The book’s binding is visible on the left, showing reddish-brown cloth covers and the white edges of the pages. The physical presentation, with the clipping mounted inside a book, suggests it was preserved as a memento or for archival purposes.

This image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the New York Herald Tribune, dated Thursday, April 11, 1957. The page includes a headline and article about the opening of the Pulitzer Art Collection at the Knoedler Galleries. The article is written by Emily Genauer and discusses the importance of the Pulitzer Art Collection and its display at the Knoedler Galleries. The page has a yellowish tint, possibly due to aging or the quality of the paper used at the time. There is a noticeable stain on the left page, which appears to be a rectangular shape, possibly from a book or another object resting on the page. The rest of the page contains a column of text, providing information about the exhibition and the collection. The overall condition of the paper suggests it is from an older publication.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from the "New York Herald Tribune," dated Thursday, April 11, 1957. The article is titled "Open to Public Today Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries" and is written by Emily Genauer. The article discusses the opening of an art exhibition featuring the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer Jr. at the Knoedler Galleries. The collection includes works by various renowned artists such as Cézanne, Monet, Picasso, Braque, and Matisse, as well as lesser-known artists who have gained recognition in professional art circles. The exhibition is described as a benefit for the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The article also mentions specific artworks on display, such as Modigliani's "Head of a Woman," Klee's "Anchored," and Max Beckmann's "Portrait of Zeretelli." The exhibition is scheduled to remain open until May 4, after which it will move to the Fogg Museum. The clipping appears to be pasted into a book or notebook, and there is a visible stain on the page.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune on Thursday, April 11, 1957. The clipping is about the Pulitzer Art Collection, which is open to the public at the Knoedler Galleries. The collection is described as one of the most distinguished of the New York art scene, featuring works by Monet, Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and other notable artists. The collection is open to the public and is considered a significant event in the world of art.

The image shows a page from a newspaper, the New York Herald Tribune, dated April 11, 1957. The page features a headline that reads "Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries," indicating that the article is about the Pulitzer Art Collection being exhibited at the Knoedler Galleries. The article is written by Emily Genauer and discusses the collection's significance, its exhibition, and the artists represented in it. The collection includes works by renowned artists such as Cezanne, Monet, Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and others, and it is described as a twentieth-century collection with a focus on modern art. The exhibition is open to the public, and admission is 60 cents. The article also mentions that the collection will eventually move to the Fogg Museum.

The image shows an open book displaying a newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Thursday, April 11, 1957. The article is titled "Open to Public Today: Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries" and is authored by Emily Knauer.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Event: The article announces the public opening of a distinguished art collection at the Knoedler Galleries in New York.
2. Collection: The collection belongs to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer Jr., and it includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures from the 20th century.
3. Exhibition Details:
   • The exhibition is open to the public today.
   • Admission costs 60 cents.
   • It is a benefit for the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.
4. Pulitzer Background:
   • Mr. Pulitzer is noted as the publisher of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch and a graduate of Harvard.
   • The collection is described as a twentieth-century collection, organized with intensity and uniformity.
5. Artworks Highlighted:
   • The article mentions several notable artists and works, including:
     • Cezzane, Matisse, Picasso, Braque, Maillol.
     • Works by Klee, such as "Woman," "Anchored," "Spirits," "Children," and "Life Protected."
     • Modigliani's "Head of a Woman."
     • Beckmann's "Portrait of Zermele."
   • The collection is praised for its high quality and includes around seventy items, representing about half of the entire Pulitzer collection.
6. Exhibition Duration:
   • The exhibition will remain at Knoedler Galleries before moving to the Fogg Museum.

Visual Context:

• The book appears to have aged pages with a slightly yellowed tone, typical of older printed materials.
• The spine of the book is visible on the left side, featuring a dark red or maroon binding.
• The article is neatly clipped and preserved within the book, suggesting it may be part of an archive or collection of historical newspaper clippings.

This image captures a historical moment in art exhibition history, highlighting the significance of the Pulitzer Art Collection and its presentation to the public in 1957.

This image displays an open book or newspaper clipping laid flat, showing a page with text on it. The text on the page is from the "New York Herald Tribune, Thursday, April 11, 1957." The article is headlined "Open to Public Today" and talks about the "Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries." The text underneath corresponds to an article written by Emily Genauer, discussing the significance of the Pulitzer Art Collection, mentioning various artists such as Monet, Picasso, Braque, and El Greco, among others. The article also references admission fees and mentions that the collection was part of the Pulitzer School of Journalism and includes a famous work, the "Portrait of Zélie," which evidently was expected to attract attention at the exhibition. The page shows signs of age with discoloration spots and the binding of the book or folder is visible on the left side.

This image shows a page from an old scrapbook or album with a newspaper clipping pasted on it. The clipping is from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Thursday, April 11, 1957. The headline of the article is "Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries," and the article is written by Emily Genauer.

The article announces the opening of an exhibition featuring the Pulitzer art collection at the Knoedler Galleries in New York. It highlights the significance of this event, mentioning that the collection includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures from Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer Jr.'s collection. The exhibition is noted for its focus on twentieth-century art with an emphasis on late nineteenth-century works.

The article details some of the featured artists and artworks, mentioning names like Cézanne, Monet, Picasso, Braque, Modigliani, Klee, Miro, and Max Beckmann. It also indicates that the exhibition would remain on view through May 4 before moving to the Fogg Museum.

Overall, the clipping reflects a mid-20th-century cultural event showcasing an important private art collection to the public.

An open vintage scrapbook page containing a small newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Thursday, April 11, 1957, and features a headline reading “Pulitzer Art Collection At Knoedler Galleries” with a subheading “Open to Public Today.” The byline says “By Emily Genauer.” The article is laid out in two columns in black type on aged newsprint. The page itself is yellowed with age, and there are glue or staining marks around the clipping. The book binding is red and the surrounding pages are visible. Overall, it’s a preserved archival page showing a mid-century art exhibition notice.

This image shows a newspaper clipping preserved in a scrapbook or book. The clipping is from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Thursday, April 11, 1957, and the headline reads "Pulitzer Art Collection at Knoedler Galleries" by Emily Genauer.

The article discusses the Pulitzer art collection being opened to the public at the Knoedler Galleries, showcasing distinguished works by notable artists such as Cézanne, Picasso, Braque, Miró, and Modigliani. The piece highlights the collector's interests, the scope of the exhibition, and its focus on formal and disciplined qualities in art. The exhibit was scheduled to remain at the gallery through May 4, 1957.

The clipping appears glued onto a page, with time-induced discoloration visible in the form of shadowing from the newsprint. The edges of the page and bookbinding reveal it's part of an archival volume or bound collection.