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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1955-March 1958

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The image is a page from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated Monday, February 24, 1958. It features an article titled "Drawings in Cambridge" under the section "Art—Music—Theater." The article is written by Dorothy Adlow and discusses a collection of drawings owned by Mr. and Mrs. Curtis O. Baer, which will be exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum starting February 25.

The collection includes sketches from the 15th century to modern times, and it is noted for its historical significance and artistic value. The article highlights the educational value of the drawings for students and visitors, emphasizing how they reveal the artist's process and techniques. It mentions that some drawings are unfinished, while others are preparatory sketches for larger works.

Agnes Mongan, the curator at the Fogg, has prepared a catalogue for the exhibition, which includes items such as works by Guercino, Canaletto, and Rembrandt. The article also mentions specific drawings, such as a landscape by Guercino and a portrait by Holbein.

Additionally, there is a smaller article titled "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub," which announces a seminar on Wedgwood to be held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston on April 18 and 19. The seminar will feature lectures, exhibitions, and private collections, and is open to anyone interested in Wedgwood. The article mentions that the seminar will include a tour of the Fogg Art Museum's Wedgwood collection and private collections in the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Bertram K. Little and Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Chellis.

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The image is a page from "The Christian Science Monitor," featuring two main articles related to art.

Main Article: "Drawings in Cambridge"

Title: Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg
Author: Dorothy Adlow

This article discusses an exhibition of drawings at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, spanning from the 15th century to modern times. Here are the key points:

  1. Exhibition Overview:

    • The collection, assembled by Mr. and Mrs. William H. Schab, offers a comprehensive view of the art of drawing.
    • The exhibition runs until February 25.
  2. Educational Value:

    • The drawings are noted for their instructional value, particularly for art students.
    • They often serve as preliminary studies for paintings and reveal the artist's thought process.
  3. Characteristics of Drawings:

    • Drawings are generally small and unsigned, often coming from notebooks.
    • They reveal the artist's grasp of form, intensity, and vision.
    • The immediacy and spontaneity of drawings offer unique insights into the creative process.
  4. Artists and Works:

    • The collection includes works from various periods and styles, such as:
      • A Florentine drawing from 1460.
      • Works by artists like Lorenzo di Credi, Guercino, Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, Peter Bruegel, and more.
      • Modern works by artists like Picasso, Matisse, and Kokoschka.
  5. Personal Insights by Miss Morgan:

    • Miss Morgan, an expert, highlights the importance of understanding the quality and context of drawings.
    • She emphasizes the continuity between foreground and background, and how the vision of an artist is revealed through their sketches.

Side Article: "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub"

This smaller article announces an upcoming seminar on Wedgwood, scheduled for April 18 and 19 at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Key details include:

  1. Event Details:

    • The seminar will focus on the study of Wedgwood ceramics, featuring lectures and exhibitions.
  2. Participants:

    • Leading figures in the study of Wedgwood will be present, including curators and writers from various museums.
    • Notable participants include Mrs. G. Homer (a collector), Dr. E. Barringer, Dr. T. Rothenstein, and others.
  3. Activities:

    • The seminar will include private viewings of Wedgwood collections and a reception at the home of Mrs. Ernst L. Rautenberg.

Overall, the page covers both historical and educational aspects of art through exhibitions and seminars.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, specifically "The Christian Science Monitor," dated April 1958. The page features two articles under the "Art-Music-Theater" section.

The main article is titled "Drawings in Cambridge: Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg." Authored by Dorothy Allison, the article discusses an exhibition of drawings from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. O. Baer at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition includes works from the 15th century to modern times, featuring drawings by various artists such as Titian, Guercino, Rembrandt, and others.

Key points mentioned in the article:

  • The drawings are preparatory studies for paintings, often small and sometimes unsigned.
  • The collection includes notable works like "Esther and Ahasuerus" by Guercino, "The Young Christ" by Murillo, and studies by artists such as Claude, Watteau, Delacroix, and Ingres.
  • Modern drawings include a landscape by Pissarro, sketches by Manet, and works by Picasso, Marcks, Barlach, and Kokoschka.
  • Miss Mongan, a curator, highlights the different characteristics of mastery in the drawings, noting that they can be more appealing to those with a studious interest in art and its history.

The second article is titled "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub." This article discusses an upcoming seminar on Wedgwood pottery, organized by Wedgwood enthusiasts from across the United States and England. The event will feature lectures and exhibitions of Wedgwood collections, including a rare Portland vase. The seminar is scheduled for April 19 and 20, with special exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and the Harvard Semitic Museum.

The page also includes a note in the bottom right corner indicating that the clipping is dated April 24, 1958, with the name "Morita, Tan" written next to it.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically "The Christian Science Monitor," featuring an article titled "Drawings in Cambridge: Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg."

The article, written by Dorothy Adler, discusses an exhibit of drawings from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis O. Baer, which was on display at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge starting February 25. The collection spans from the 15th century to modern times, showcasing various styles and techniques.

The text highlights the nature of drawings as preparatory studies for paintings, often showing the artist's exploration and development of ideas. The article mentions the descriptive catalogue prepared by Agnes Mongan, which provides insight into the artistic process and the evolution of artistic techniques over time. Notable drawings included in the collection are attributed to artists such as Titian, Guercino, and Rembrandt, among others.

Additionally, there is a brief mention of an "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub," indicating a separate event related to Wedgwood ceramics at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The seminar is scheduled to feature lectures and special exhibitions, with participants from across the United States and England.

The newspaper page is dated 1958, as indicated by the date stamp on the lower right corner.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated 1958. The article is titled "Drawings in Cambridge: Sketches From 15th Century to Modern Times at Fogg."

The article by Dorothy Aldow discusses an exhibition of drawings at Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The exhibition includes sketches spanning from the 15th century to modern times, showcasing a wide range of artistic styles and techniques. Key points include:

  1. The collection is from Mr. and Mrs. Curtis O. Baer, who have made significant acquisitions for the museum.
  2. The exhibition runs until February 25, with an expo by trade to acquire more examples.
  3. The drawings are displayed in two galleries, and each piece is annotated with descriptive information for students and visitors.
  4. The sketches are primarily used as preparatory studies for paintings, some of which are unsigned, and many come from notebooks.
  5. The article highlights the value of these drawings for understanding the evolution of art, emphasizing how an artist’s methods and vision can be revealed through these preparatory works.
  6. Agnes Monagan, an expert in the field, is noted for her detailed descriptions and insights into each drawing.
  7. The article mentions notable pieces, including works by Tiziano (Tizian), Guercino, and several others, ranging from early Renaissance to modern artists like Pissarro, Manet, and others.

Additionally, there is an advertisement for an "April Seminar on Wedgwood Slated in Hub," suggesting a focus on Wedgwood ceramics, with events including lectures, special exhibitions, and meetings to study Wedgwood artifacts. The seminar is held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, and private collections from the United States and England are featured. Contact information for those interested in attending is provided.

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The image displays an open page from a publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, dated Tuesday, April 24, 1956. The page is divided into two main articles.

The left side of the page features an article titled "Drawings in Cambridge: Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg." The article discusses an exhibit at the Fogg Museum, highlighting a collection of drawings from the 15th century to modern times, assembled by Mr. and Mrs. Curtis G. Bailey. The exhibit includes works by artists such as Titian, Guercino, and Rembrandt, as well as modern artists like Picasso and Matisse. The article emphasizes the educational value of drawings, which often reveal an artist's thought processes and techniques more intimately than other forms of art.

The right side of the page contains an article titled "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub." This article announces a seminar on Wedgwood, a type of pottery, to be held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The event, organized by the Boston chapter of the American Ceramic Circle, will be held on Friday, April 27, and Saturday, April 28. The seminar will include lectures, exhibitions, and a visit to the home of Mrs. Ernest L. Hutton. Notable speakers include Mr. and Mrs. Arthur T. Rathbone and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Van R., who will present on various aspects of Wedgwood.

The page also includes a small, unobtrusive note at the bottom, possibly an annotation, which reads: "Monitor, Jan 24, 1958." This might indicate a related follow-up or an editor's note.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping page titled "Drawings in Cambridge" under the section Art–Music–Theater. The main article is headlined "Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg" by Dorothy Adlow. It discusses an exhibition of drawings from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis O. Baer, on view at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge until February 25. The article highlights the importance of the drawings as preparatory studies for paintings, their historical significance, and includes references to artists such as Titian, Guercino, Brueghel, Rembrandt, Claude, Watteau, Delacroix, Ingres, Corot, Gauguin, Manet, Matisse, Picasso, Marcks, Barlach, and Kokoschka.

There is also a smaller clipping on the right side titled "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub," announcing a seminar for Wedgwood enthusiasts at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston on April 18 and 19. The seminar includes lectures, discussions, exhibitions, and private collections on Wedgwood ceramics, with contact details for interested attendees. The date "Jan 24, 1958" is handwritten at the bottom of this clipping.

Both clippings are taped or pasted onto a larger sheet with slight yellowing, suggesting the age of the paper. The top right corner shows part of the newspaper's title "THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONIT..." indicating the source of these articles.

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The image is of an open book or magazine showing two pages with printed text and articles. The left page has a title "Drawings in Cambridge" and subheading "Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg" by Dorothy Adlow. It appears to be an article discussing a group of drawings from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Cutter at the Fogg Museum, Cambridge, dated between the 15th to 20th centuries. The right page is headed with "Art—Music—Theater THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONIT" suggesting that this could be a page from The Christian Science Monitor newspaper.

The right-page features a smaller article titled "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub," which mentions a seminar on Wedgwood taking place in April at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Both articles seem to be discussing cultural events or exhibitions related to art and ceramics. The page on the right is dated at the bottom with "Morrison Tenny '58," possibly indicating a signature, a name, or an annotation by an individual who interacted with the document in 1958.

The pages have yellowed with age, and there are some discolorations and spots, which indicate that the document is old. The upper right corner of the right page has suffered some damage as well. The book or newspaper is resting on a flat surface, and the bottom of the right page has curled up slightly.

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The image depicts an open book with a page that contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor" and is titled "Drawings in Cambridge: Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg." The article is written by Dorothy Adlow and discusses an exhibition of drawings at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, organized by Miss Agnes Mongan.

The article highlights the significance of drawings in the study of art and mentions the diverse range of works on display, from the 15th century to modern times. It emphasizes the importance of drawings as a means of artistic exploration and experimentation. The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Guercino, Paul Brill, Rembrandt, and Delacroix, as well as modern drawings by Matisse, Picasso, and Kokoschka.

The clipping also mentions an upcoming seminar on Wedgwood, a type of fine pottery, which will be held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The seminar will feature lectures, discussions, and exhibitions of Wedgwood wares, including special displays at the Fogg Art Museum and the Grenville Lindall Winthrop collection.

The book appears to be a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, as evidenced by the presence of other clippings on the opposite page. The clippings are glued onto the pages, and some have handwritten notes or annotations. The book is open to a page with a red border, suggesting that it may be a scrapbook or a collection of articles related to art and culture.

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The image is a double-page spread from a newspaper or magazine. The left page features an article titled "Drawings in Cambridge: Sketches From 15th Century To Modern Times at Fogg." It describes an exhibition of drawings from the 15th century to modern times, curated by Agnes Mongan, which is on view at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge until February 25. The article highlights the collection's diversity, including sketches, preparatory studies, and works from various artists.

The right page contains an article titled "April Seminar On Wedgwood Slated in Hub." It announces a two-day seminar on Wedgwood ceramics, to be held at the Portland Museum of Fine Arts. The seminar will feature lectures, discussions, and special exhibitions of Wedgwood pieces. The event is open to anyone interested in the study of Wedgwood ware.

Both articles are part of a larger publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, with a focus on art, culture, and exhibitions. The articles provide detailed information about the exhibitions and seminars, including dates, locations, and highlights of the events.