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The image is a newspaper page from "The Harvard Crimson" dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The main article on the page is titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard" and subtitled "Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness." The article is written by Paul W. Schwartz.
The overall tone of the article is critical yet informative, providing insights into the art education methods at Harvard during that time.
By Paul W. Schwartz
A New York artist, lamenting the foibles of American museum hierarchy, declared, not long ago, that in order to attain a museum directorship, one must first go to Cambridge to get "defrocked." Whether the comment was intended as compliment or befoulement, the essential idea holds true. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., the Art Institute of Chicago, the Philadelphia Museum, and others have all been headed by Fogg alumni who bring to their posts the strength and weakness of the Department of Fine Arts.
The institutional approach to art, whether predicated upon the university's tradition of scholarship or the museum's tradition of connoisseurship, is not necessarily the best way to understand the visual arts. The dichotomy of the artist and the academic, the "creator" and the "critic," has long been a source of friction in the art world. The Fogg, in its effort to maintain a position of leadership, has often been caught in the crossfire.
The present chairman of the department, Professor George P. Hanfmann, has been a strong advocate of the museum approach to art history. His own work, which has been largely in the field of classical archaeology, has been characterized by a concern for the physical remains of the past and their stylistic evolution. This approach, which has been very influential at the Fogg, is not without its limitations. It tends to emphasize the art of the past at the expense of the present, and to relegate the artist to a position of relative unimportance.
One of the most serious deficiencies in the Fogg's approach to art is its failure to recognize the importance of the artist's own ideas about his work. This failure is particularly evident in the teaching of contemporary art. The Fogg's emphasis on the historical and social context of art has led to a neglect of the aesthetic and technical problems that confront the artist. As a result, the student is often left with a distorted view of the artistic process.
This is not to say that the Fogg is without its strong points. The museum course, which is required of all undergraduates, is an excellent introduction to the history of art. The department also offers a wide range of courses in the history of architecture, which is an important aspect of the visual arts. In addition, the Fogg has a distinguished faculty, many of whom are recognized authorities in their fields.
But the Fogg's failure to provide a more balanced approach to the study of art is a serious defect. The department should make a greater effort to understand and communicate the artist's point of view. It should also place more emphasis on the aesthetic and technical aspects of art, and less on the historical and social context. Only in this way can the Fogg hope to provide a truly comprehensive education in the visual arts.
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The image is a newspaper page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The main article is titled "Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness" by Paul W. Schwartz.
The article discusses the criticisms and views on the Fine Arts Department at Harvard, particularly focusing on the teaching approach and the perception of art by students. It highlights the challenges in understanding and appreciating art, emphasizing that art should be taught with a more balanced and critical perspective.
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In the lower right corner of the page, there is an advertisement for Gulf Oil Corporation, listing positions available for chemists, physicists, mathematicians, chemical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and business administration majors, with interview dates and locations specified.
Additionally, there is an advertisement for a tea and crumpets open house event at the Morris Building in Washington, D.C., scheduled for February 22nd.
The image is a page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 15, 1958. The main article is titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard," with a subtitle "Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness" by Paul W. Schwartz.
The article discusses the philosophy of art education at Harvard University, particularly focusing on the Fine Arts Department and its approach to teaching art. The author critiques the department's emphasis on "creativity" and its neglect of the practical and intellectual skills needed to articulate and understand art. The criticism is rooted in the idea that the department's methods are outdated and fail to adequately prepare students for the complexities of the art world.
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Additionally, the page includes a small advertisement for a "Tea and Crumpets" event on February 22 at Washington's Birthday, organized by the Morris Society at 6:30 p.m. and another advertisement for Jay Motors. The page also lists job openings at Gulf Oil Corporation for various positions, including Chemists, Physicists, Mathematicians, Chemical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and Business Administration Majors. The positions are available in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, PA.
The image is a page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The main article on the page is titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard" and is authored by Paul W. Schwartz. The article critiques the philosophy of art pedagogy at Harvard's Fine Arts Department, focusing on the ideas of Professor Simon Sliv, who is described as having a "neglectful" approach towards artists and their art.
Key points of the article include:
Additionally, there are advertisements on the page:
The page is labeled as Page Three, and the article continues on Page Four.
The image is a page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. It contains several articles and advertisements related to Harvard University.
Title: The Fine Arts Department at Harvard: Fogg’s Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists’ Articulateness
Author: Paul W. Schweikher
Summary:
The article critiques the Fine Arts Department at Harvard, particularly the Fogg Art Museum, for its approach to art education. The author, a New York artist, argues that the department's method of teaching art history and theory lacks engagement with the practical and creative aspects of making art.
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TEA and CRUMPETS:
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Gulf Oil Corporation Recruitment:
Overall, the page combines a critical examination of Harvard’s Fine Arts Department with community announcements and corporate recruitment ads.
The image shows an old newspaper page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The headline reads:
"The Fine Arts Department at Harvard
Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness
by Paul W. Schwartz."
The article discusses the philosophy of art education at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, critiquing it for neglecting the role and expressiveness of artists. There is a black-and-white photo in the upper right corner of the page featuring a man looking at some artwork or an exhibit.
Below the main article, there is a smaller advertisement for "TEA and CRUMPETS" at Morris, noting an event open house on February 22nd from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a note that the event is celebrating Washington's Birthday.
On the bottom right side, there is a separate advertisement for the "Gulf Oil Corporation," announcing that representatives will be available for interviews on February 17, 1958, for research financial organizations positions including chemists, physicists, mathematicians, chemical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and business administration majors, specifying locations in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, PA.
The newspaper shows some signs of aging with yellowing and rough edges.
This is an image of a vintage newspaper page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 1, 1951. The page features a prominent headline "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard," which discusses the philosophy of art pedagogy at the Fogg Art Museum. There's an article column next to the headline, beneath which is a small advertisement for "TEA and CRUMPETS" at an open house event by the Morris Hall Adams House Athletic Committee.
On the right side of the page, there's an advertisement for "Gulf Oil Corporation" recruiting Chemists, Physicists, Mathematicians, Chemical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and Business Administration Majors for research, financial organizations, and development roles. The ad mentions interview dates and locations in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
At the bottom left, there's another small advertisement for "JAY MOTORS," featuring an illustration of a car with a tagline inviting readers to attend an auto show. The newspaper shows signs of age with slightly discolored, faded paper, which adds to the vintage feel of the image.
The image depicts a scanned page from The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958, specifically Page Three. The page features a prominent article titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard: Fogg's Philosophy of Art Pedagogy Neglects Artists' Articulateness", authored by Paul W. Schwartz. The article discusses critiques of the Fine Arts Department at Harvard, focusing on the perceived shortcomings in how art education is approached, particularly regarding the articulation and expression of artists.
This page provides a snapshot of campus discourse in 1958, highlighting debates about art education and the intersection of academic and commercial life at Harvard.
The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring an article titled "The Fine Arts Department at Harvard" by Paul W. Schwartz. The article discusses the philosophy of art pedagogy at Harvard University, focusing on the views of Professor Fogg, who advocates for a non-institutional approach to art education. The article critiques Fogg's philosophy, suggesting that it neglects the importance of artists' articulateness and the role of the university in providing a structured framework for art education. The article also includes a photograph of Professor Fogg and a student, as well as advertisements for Gulf Oil Corporation and Jay Motors.