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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 806895

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper, specifically "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Friday, March 28, 1930. The page contains a photograph and a caption.

The photograph shows two women standing in what seems to be an art gallery or a room with artworks on display. One woman is looking at a piece of art on an easel, while the other is standing next to her, possibly discussing the artwork.

The caption below the photograph reads:

"For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art
At Cambridge yesterday, prizes of art, all proceeds went to A. Prescott Warren Memorial prize of art. All proceeds went to A. Prescott Warren Memorial Fund. The activity at Fogg Museum marked a day of interest for both visitors and students.

Credit: W. Parker, Staff Photographer

Caption for the College: "Making last-minute preparations for the auction of art works, which was held yesterday at the Fogg Museum, are Miss Edith Greene, instructor, and Anne V. Innis, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group."

The photograph and caption indicate that the event was related to an art auction held at the Fogg Museum at Harvard, with proceeds going to the A. Prescott Warren Memorial Fund. The women in the photograph are identified as Miss Edith Greene, an instructor, and Anne V. Innis, a secretary to the Friends of Fogg group, making final preparations for the auction.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook. The page is beige with a green border along the left side. At the top, there is a clipped newspaper headline from "The Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Friday, March 28, 1958." Below the headline, there is a black and white photograph of two women standing next to a painting on an easel. One woman appears to be pointing to or discussing the artwork with the other. The photograph has a caption that reads, "For Harvard's Day Auctioned Art."

Below the photograph, there is a clipped article with the title "For Harvard's Day Auctioned Art." The article mentions that at the Harvard Club, many pieces of art were bought at auction, with the proceeds going to Harvard. It further details that the art pieces were promised to the lender's fund-raising organization. The article also mentions that the artworks can be kept for a year if desired, and highlights the presence of a Rembrandt self-portrait, a painting by John Singer Sargent, and a work by John Quidor, among others. The article also names some individuals involved, including Mrs. William H. Burgess, Mrs. Russell E. Smith, and Anna V. Durb, and mentions that the art was to be displayed at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image is a page from a newspaper titled "The Christian Science Monitor," dated March 28, 1958, and published in Boston. The page contains a news article with a photograph.

The headline of the article is "For Harvard's Day Auctioned Art." The article discusses the sale of various artworks at an auction organized by Harvard University. The text mentions that Harvard's Day auctioned art event raised significant funds for a particular organization.

In the photograph accompanying the article, three individuals are standing in front of an art display. They appear to be engaged in the activity of looking at or discussing the artwork. The photo is labeled with "Lyman W. Fisher, Staff Photographer" in the bottom right corner.

The article details how Harvard's Day auctions have become a notable event, drawing interest from both students and the community. The auction includes pieces from various artists, and the proceeds are directed towards supporting the Harvard community's charitable causes. The event also includes other activities like a panel discussion and a movie showing. Key participants mentioned include the Harvard president, the rector, and Anna V. Duri, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group.

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The image is a page from a newspaper titled "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Friday, March 28, 1958. The page contains a newspaper article with the headline "For Harvard's Day! Auctioned Art."

The article reports on an auction held at the Harvard University Divinity School on Harvard's Day. The event raised funds for the school's fund-raising organization, the Friends of Fogg Museum. The auction included many pieces of art, and the proceeds from the sale of these artworks were intended to support the museum and other related activities.

The image includes a black-and-white photograph showing a few individuals, possibly involved in the auction process. One person appears to be holding a painting or a framed artwork, while another person stands nearby. The caption of the photograph indicates it was taken by W. Piper, a staff photographer.

The article also mentions the names of some key figures involved in the event, including the rector, Mr. Rumford, and Miss Anna V. Duri, the secretary to the Friends of Fogg group. The text is clipped into the page, indicating it may have been saved or preserved from the original newspaper.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "The Christian Science Monitor," published in Boston on Friday, March 28, 1958. The page features a photograph and an article related to an auction event at Harvard University.

The headline of the article reads: "For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art."

The photograph shows a scene of a few people in a room where artworks are being displayed and presumably auctioned. The caption under the photo states: "Lizaman W. Fisher, Staff Photographer."

The article text beneath the photo mentions that Harvard's Day was marked by the auction of many pieces of art. These artworks were bought at auction by various Harvard Day whirlers, and the proceeds from the auction were intended for a fund-raising organization. The article notes that the artworks were kept by the Friends of Harvard Square, a group dedicated to preserving the historic and cultural aspects of Harvard Square.

The image also includes the names of individuals involved in the preparations for the auction, such as Ruth M. Thayer, secretary of the Harvard Day Committee, and Anna V. Duri, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group. The article suggests that the event was a lively and bustling occasion, with various activities and preparations taking place.

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The image is of a newspaper clipping from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958. The main feature of the clipping is an article titled "For Harvard's Days Auctioned Art."

The article discusses an auction held at the Fogg Museum where many pieces of art were sold to a private collector from Providence. The collection included a wide range of art pieces such as paintings, drawings, and sculptures.

The text mentions that the auctioned works can be viewed by the public for a few more days, with special exhibits and discussions planned. Among the events, there is a Columbia Broadcasting System television program featuring an interview with Jakob Rosenberg, an art historian. Additionally, there is a noted symposium on modern art preparations involving Rudolf M. Riefstahl, and a lecture by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy scheduled for the following Tuesday, dedicated to the Friends of Fogg group.

There is also a photograph accompanying the article showing two women looking at artwork in what appears to be an exhibition or museum setting. The photo is credited to Edwin W. Piper, Staff Photographer.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping pasted on it. The clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Friday, March 28, 1958." It includes a black and white photo of two people, a man and a woman, standing and looking at a framed piece of art displayed on an easel. The caption beneath the photo reads:

"For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art
At Cambridge's Fogg Museum today, Harvard's Day visitors bought at auction many pieces of art. All proceeds went to a program for Harvard College, the school's fund-raising organization. The art work can be kept by the buyers for five years only. The activity at Fogg Museum sparked a day of panel discussions, movies, and a Columbia Broadcasting System radiocast of 'The Case for the College.' Making last-minute preparations for the auction are Rudolph M. Kierstahl, assistant to the museum's director, and Anne V. Dort, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group."

The photograph was taken by Lyman W. Fisher, Staff Photographer.

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The image shows an open page from what appears to be an old newspaper or magazine, specifically The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958. On the right side of the page, there's a black-and-white photograph of an individual standing next to an easel with a painting secured on it. The person in the photograph seems to be examining the painting or perhaps even painting it. There are also several columns of text accompanying the photograph, but the resolution is not clear enough to read the details. The page is age-toned, indicating it may have some historical significance or simply be of considerable age. The physical condition of the paper shows some wear, with minor tears and creases along the edges. The surrounding border around the opened page has a blue-green tone, suggesting it may be part of a bound collection or archive.

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The image depicts a page from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958, from the Boston edition. The page features a black-and-white photograph and accompanying text.

Photograph Description:

  • The photograph shows two individuals, a man and a woman, standing in what appears to be an art gallery or museum setting.
  • They are positioned in front of an easel displaying a framed artwork. The artwork is partially visible, showing a dark, abstract or figurative composition.
  • The man is dressed in a suit and tie, while the woman is wearing a light-colored blouse and a dark skirt, typical of mid-20th-century formal attire.
  • The setting includes museum-like elements such as wooden paneling, framed artworks on the walls, and a calm, well-lit environment.

Text Description:

  • At the top of the page, the headline reads: "For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art."
  • Below the headline, a subheading states: "Al Cambridge's Fogg Museum today, Harvard's Day Valliers bought for Harvard many pieces of art, all 'proven' in a Program for Harvard College art school buyers for five years. The art work can be kept or sold; a fund-raising organization. The session as a whole sparked lively panel discussions. Classes are a Columbia Broadcasting System followup of 'The Case for the Negro.' Making last-minute preparations for the auction are Rudolf M. Bertschi, assistant in the museum's director, and Anne J. Vert, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group."
  • The text provides context about an art auction held at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the acquisition of artworks for Harvard's art school and mentioning related events and individuals involved.

Additional Details:

  • The page has a clean, vintage design typical of mid-20th-century newspapers, with a light beige background and dark text.
  • The photograph is credited to "L. W. Fisher, Staff Photog." at the bottom of the image.
  • The overall tone and layout suggest this is a news article covering cultural and educational events, specifically focusing on art and its role in academic institutions.

This page captures a moment of cultural significance, emphasizing the intersection of art, education, and fundraising in the context of Harvard University in 1958.

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An open book is placed on a gray surface. The book has a blue border on the sides. The book is opened to a page with a newspaper clipping pasted on it. The clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor" and is dated Friday, March 25, 1938. The clipping features a photograph of two people standing in front of a painting on a stand. The clipping also includes a caption and text.