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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 806924

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This image shows a single, aged, yellowed page from what appears to be a scrapbook or clipping file, bound inside a book with a dark green spine visible on the left.

The page contains a newspaper clipping from the Whiston Press Clipping Service in Buffalo, N.Y., dated FEB 28 1958, and addressed to Utica, N.Y.

The headline of the article is:

Horticulturist’s Engravings To Be Displayed at Library

The article announces that the Utica Public Library will exhibit engravings by the noted horticulturist Warren Mack. It details the international acclaim Mack received for his work “Eagles Mere,” which was shown in Europe, Canada, and the United States before being hidden in a safe place during World War II. Post-war, it was returned along with other American artworks.

The article highlights two specific engravings in the exhibit:

  • “Willows on the Water” – previously shown at the Metropolitan Museum, New York, and sent on a 18-month Rotary Tour through the British Empire.
  • “Cabbages” – displayed at the New York World’s Fair, which earned Mack widespread acclaim and awards.

The article also provides biographical details about Warren Mack, noting he had recently died. He was:

  • The department head of agriculture at Pennsylvania State College.
  • Educated at Lafayette College, Pennsylvania State College, and Johns Hopkins University.
  • An associate of the National Academy of Design and member of the Society of American Graphic Artists.
  • Awarded prizes by the Library of Congress.
  • His works are represented in the collections of major institutions including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, New York Public Library, Fogg Art Museum of Harvard, and Glasgow University, Scotland.
  • A well-known lecturer on woodcut printing and graphic arts.

The clipping is affixed to the page with tape, which has discolored and stained the paper over time. There is some handwritten text (possibly a signature or annotation) on the clipping service label above the article, and some handwritten markings are also visible on the page itself, particularly along the left edge of the clipping and near the top.

The overall impression is of a preserved piece of historical documentation, likely collected for its biographical and cultural significance.

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The image shows a page from a book or a scrapbook, which appears to be old, with slightly yellowed pages. The page contains a cut-out news clipping from the "Whiston Press Clipping Service," dated February 28, 1958. The clipping is titled "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library" and discusses an exhibition of engravings by Warren Mack at the Utica Public Library. The article mentions that Mack's works have won many prizes or citations and have been shown in various places, including Europe, Canada, the United States, and the British Empire. It also notes that Mack was the department head of agriculture at Pennsylvania State College and had affiliations with several art societies. The clipping provides a detailed account of the exhibition, the artist's background, and his contributions to the field of engraving. The page is held in place by a clear plastic clip at the top and bottom.

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This image shows a page from an old book or document, possibly a scrapbook or a compilation of clippings. The page is made of aged, yellowed paper with visible wear along the edges, indicating its age and frequent use. The binding on the left side suggests it is part of a larger book or binder.

On the page, there is a newspaper clipping titled "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library." The clipping is from the "Observer-Dispatch," dated February 28, 1958, and is sourced from the "Whiston Press Clipping Service" in Buffalo, N.Y. The article discusses an exhibition of engravings by Warren Mack, a noted horticulturist, at the Utica Public Library. It mentions several of Mack's notable works, including "Eagles Mere" and "Willows on the Water," and highlights his achievements and affiliations in the field of art and horticulture.

The clipping is affixed to the page with tape, and there are two clear plastic fasteners at the top and bottom of the page, likely to keep the page in place within the binder. The overall appearance of the page and the condition of the paper suggest that this is a preserved historical document.

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The image shows a stack of papers, probably a book, with a clipping of a newspaper article attached to it. The book has a blue border on the left side and is placed on a gray surface. The clipping has a black border and has a label on the top left corner that reads "WHITSON PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE" with the date "FEB 28 1958". The clipping is about a horticulturist's engravings that will be displayed at the library.

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An open book with a clipping attached to the page. The clipping is a news article titled "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library" from the Utica Dispatch-Observer, dated February 28, 1958. The article discusses the Utica Public Library's plan to exhibit engravings by Warren Mack, a horticulturist who had won numerous awards and prizes for his work. The article mentions that Mack's prints had been shown in various galleries and exhibitions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the New York World's Fair, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

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The image shows an open book with a page dated February 28, 1958, clipped from the Whiston Press Clipping Service in Buffalo, N.Y. The page is titled "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library" and appears to be a news article or announcement.

Key Details:

  1. Date and Source:

    • The clipping is dated February 28, 1958, and is from the Observer-Dispatch, as indicated at the top of the page.
  2. Content Summary:

    • The article discusses an exhibit of engravings by Warren Mack, a noted horticulturist, to be displayed at the Utica Public Library.
    • Mack's work is highlighted for its artistic and horticultural significance, with mentions of awards and recognition in Europe, Canada, and the United States.
    • His engravings, including "Willow Water," have been exhibited in notable locations such as the Metropolitan Museum in New York and have traveled on a Rotary Tour through the British Empire.
    • Mack is described as a distinguished artist, having won numerous prizes and citations, and he is associated with institutions like the National Academy of Design and the American Graphic Artists Guild.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • The page has a slightly aged, sepia-toned appearance, typical of newspaper clippings from the mid-20th century.
    • The text is printed in a standard serif font, and the layout is typical of news articles of the era, with a headline followed by several paragraphs of descriptive text.
    • The left margin shows the spine of the book, indicating that this is part of a larger collection or archive.
  4. Contextual Clues:

    • The mention of Warren Mack's work being displayed at the Utica Public Library suggests a local cultural event, likely aimed at showcasing the intersection of art and horticulture.
    • The article emphasizes Mack's international acclaim, noting his participation in major exhibitions and his association with prestigious institutions.

Overall, the image captures a historical news clipping documenting an art exhibition featuring the works of Warren Mack, a celebrated horticulturist and artist, at the Utica Public Library in 1958.

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The image shows an aged scrapbook or book page, possibly yellowed with time, containing a clipped newspaper article adhered to its surface. The article is headlined "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library" and is dated February 28, 1958. Above the article is a label from Whiston Press Clipping Service, indicating it was curated or cut from a publication.

The article appears to discuss an exhibit of engravings by a well-known horticulturist's works that will be displayed at the Utica Public Library. Mentioned in the text are the titles of the engravings and references to prizes and accolades received by the artist. The text describes the artist's notable achievements, their works featured in international and university collections, and their role in the field of horticulture and art. The text is neatly clipped and attached flat to the page.

The page features a clip near the edge, likely for holding or displaying. The entire layout gives the impression of a carefully compiled archival or historical collection.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or a collection of clipped articles, with a distinct focus on one particular newspaper clipping attached to a manila-colored page on the right side. The clipping header reads "WHISTON PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE, Canastota, N.Y. Oneida, N.Y." The date stamped on the clipping is "FEB 28 1958". The article's headline below is "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library."

The article seems to discuss an exhibition of engraving works by a horticulturist that will be displayed at the Utica Public Library. It references the artist's notable presence in Europe, Canada, and the United States. Furthermore, the article appears to provide some biographical details about the engraver, mentioning various locations and institutions such as Harvard and Glasgow University. The article ends abruptly, indicating it is likely part of a longer piece.

The left side of the image shows multiple pages bound together on the left edge, with the top one partly translucent and folded back to reveal the newspaper clipping below. Pieces of tape and some wear on the edges of the pages suggest that the materials have been handled or are of considerable age. The top of the image is marked by a metallic clip securing the pages together.

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The image shows an old scrapbook or album page with a single newspaper clipping pasted on it. The clipping is titled "Horticulturist's Engravings To Be Displayed at Library" and is from the Whiston Press Clipping Service in Buffalo, N.Y., with a handwritten annotation of "Utica, N.Y. Observer-Dispatch" and stamped with the date "FEB 28 1958."

The article mentions that the Utica Public Library will exhibit engravings by the horticulturist Warren Mack in its art gallery through March. It highlights that Mack's prints have won many prizes or citations and have been displayed internationally, including in Europe, Canada, the United States, and at the New York World's Fair.

The article details Mack's background, including his education at Pennsylvania State College, Lafayette College, Massachusetts State College, and Johns Hopkins University. It notes his association with various art and horticultural societies and his work being represented in multiple museums such as the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the New York Public Library. It also mentions that he was well known as a lecturer on woodblock printing and graphic arts. The clipping is somewhat worn and aged, consistent with its publication date from 1958.

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The image shows an old scrapbook page with a single small newspaper clipping attached to a blank tan sheet. The clipping is narrow and vertical, taped near the top. At the top of the clipping you can see a header that reads something like “WHISTON PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE” and a date (February 28, 1958). The headline in the clipping appears to be “Horticulturist’s Engravings To Be Displayed at Library,” followed by a few lines of article text about an exhibition at a library (likely Utica Public Library). The page itself is aged and slightly browned, with rounded corners and a teal cover edge visible on the side. The overall look is that of a vintage archival item.