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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 806926

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings and documents. The page is divided into two main sections:

  1. Upper Section:

    • There is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Art Institute Jobs" from "Burrelle's" Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York.
    • Below the headline, there are three images of men, identified as Harold Joachim, Alan Sawyer, and Hans Huth.
    • The text mentions that Huth, Joachim, and Sawyer have received promotions at the Art Institute. It provides details about each individual's background and role at the institute, mentioning their curatorial positions and educational background.
  2. Lower Section:

    • This section contains a newspaper clipping from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated September 12, 1958.
    • The headline is partially visible, with the words "lincoln—'World of" visible.
    • The main focus of this section is an image of a black-and-white photograph titled "Le Couple Chantant" by Honoré Daumier. The text indicates that this is a recent gift to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

The page seems to be part of a collection of historical news articles or clippings, possibly related to the Art Institute of Chicago and its curators, as well as a notable donation to the Fogg Art Museum. The aged appearance of the paper and the method of clipping and framing suggest that this is a historical artifact preserved for reference or display.

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This image shows an open scrapbook with two newspaper clippings pasted on the right page. The scrapbook has a teal binding and appears to be well-preserved, containing aged, slightly yellowed pages.

Details of the Clippings:

  1. Top Clipping:

    • Title: "Art Institute Jobs"
    • Date: May 12, 1958
    • Content: This clipping from the "Chicago, Ill. American" newspaper announces the promotion of three individuals—Hans Huth, Harold Joachim, and Alan Sawyer—to new roles at the Art Institute. It includes black-and-white photos of the three men and a brief paragraph detailing their new positions and backgrounds.
    • Specific roles mentioned:
      • Hans Huth: Acting curator of decorative arts.
      • Harold Joachim: Curator of prints and drawings.
      • Alan Sawyer: Curator of primitive art.
  2. Bottom Clipping:

    • Source: "Christian Science Monitor," Boston, dated Friday, September 12, 1958.
    • Title: "Lincoln—'World of'"
    • Content: This clipping features a black-and-white image of a drawing titled "Le Couple Chantant" by Honoré Daumier. The caption under the image states that it is a recent gift to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The drawing depicts two people, likely a man and a woman, in an intimate pose.

The clippings appear to be related to art and cultural news, focusing on appointments at the Art Institute and a recent acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum. The scrapbook seems to have been used to collect articles of interest related to these topics.

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The image shows a book that appears to be a clipping book. The book has a brown cover and a blue spine. It is open to a page that contains several newspaper clippings and articles. The clippings are arranged in a grid-like pattern and are of different sizes and shapes. The articles are about various topics, including art, history, and science. The clippings are glued to the pages of the book, and some of them have been torn or cut from their original sources. The book appears to be a collection of articles and clippings that have been gathered and organized by someone for reference or research purposes.

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The image shows a clipping from the Christian Science Monitor newspaper from September 12, 1958. The clipping announces the appointments of three new curators at the Art Institute of Chicago: Harold Joachim, Alan Sawyer, and Jacob Rosenberg. It provides brief biographical information about each of the new curators and their previous experience in the field of art history and curation. The clipping also includes a photograph of the three curators.

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The image depicts an open book or scrapbook, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a collection of clippings and articles. The left page shows a header titled "Art Institute Jobs" with a subheading "Huth, Joachim and Sawyer Win Promotions." This section includes a photograph of three men—Harold Joachim, Alan Sawyer, and John Ruth—alongside a brief description of their appointments at the Art Institute. The text highlights their roles and achievements, such as Joachim becoming the curator of prints and drawings, and Sawyer assuming the position of assistant curator.

The right page contains a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, September 12, 1958, from Boston. The headline reads "Lincoln — 'World of...'" and includes a black-and-white photograph of two individuals, presumably Abraham Lincoln and another person, engaged in a conversation. Below the image, there is a caption mentioning "Le Couple Chanson" by Honoré Daumier, noting that it is a recent gift to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The book itself has a worn, aged appearance, with visible spine and edges, suggesting it is part of an archive or collection. The overall layout and content indicate it is a curated scrapbook or reference material, possibly used for historical or professional documentation related to art institutions and notable figures.

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The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or photo album, featuring a newspaper clipping about the Art Institute of Chicago.

  • The page is yellowed and worn, with a green cover visible on the left side.
    • The clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, September 12, 1958.
    • It features a headline that reads "Art Institute Jobs" and includes a photo of three men: Harold Joachim, Alan Sawyer, and Hans Huth.
    • Below the photo, there is a subheading that reads "Huth, Joachim and Sawyer Win Promotions."
    • The article discusses the appointments of these three men to new positions at the Art Institute of Chicago.
    • The clipping also includes a photo of a woman holding a book, with the caption "Le Couple Chantant" by Honore Daumier, a recent gift to the Fine Art Museum, Harvard University.
    • The background of the page is a light gray color, suggesting that it may be a digital scan or reproduction of the original page.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of the Art Institute of Chicago and its staff, as well as the art world of the 1950s.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with newspaper clippings. The page is yellowed and has a few tears, indicating that it is old. The clippings are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping each other.

The top-left clipping features a headline that reads "Art Institute Jobs" and includes three photos of men. The middle-left clipping has a headline that reads "Huth, Joachim and Sawyer Win Promotions." The bottom-right clipping shows a painting of two people and has a headline that reads "Lincoln - World of Art."

The background of the page is a light brown color, which suggests that it may be made of paper or cardboard. Overall, the image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to art and culture, possibly from the mid-20th century.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page featuring two newspaper clippings.

The left clipping is from the "Chicago American" dated May 19, 1958. The headline reads "Art Institute Jobs" and includes a subheading that states "Huth, Joachim and Sawyer Win Promotions." The article is accompanied by three black-and-white photographs of men with dark hair, showcasing their upper torsos and faces. The text below the headline provides details about the promotions.

The right clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor, Boston," dated September 12 (the year is partially obscured). The headline reads "Lincoln - 'World of'" and features a black-and-white image of a sculpture depicting two people embracing. The caption beneath the image identifies the artwork as "'La Couple Chantant' by Honore Daumier, a recent gift to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University."

Both clippings are affixed to a yellowed page within a blue scrapbook, which is set against a gray background.

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The image presents a vintage scrapbook page, featuring two newspaper clippings and a photograph. The page is yellowed with age, secured by clear tape to a gray background.

  • Newspaper Clippings:
    • Top Clipping:
      • From the "Chicago American" dated May 19, 1958
      • Headline: "Art Institute Jobs"
      • Subheading: "Huth, Joachim and Sawyer Win Promotions"
      • Features a black-and-white photograph of three men
    • Bottom Clipping:
      • From the "Christian Science Monitor" dated September 12, 1958
      • Headline: "incoln - 'World of"
      • Features a black-and-white photograph of two men
  • Photograph:
    • A black-and-white photo of three men, likely related to the top newspaper clipping

The scrapbook page appears to be a collection of news articles and photographs from the 1950s, possibly related to art or cultural events. The use of clear tape to secure the clippings suggests that the page was carefully curated and preserved. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing historical news and cultural artifacts.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • The top left corner has a clipping from the "Burelles Press Clipping Bureau," which is based in Chicago, Illinois. The clipping has the name "Frank" and a date (likely a month and year) written in handwriting.
  2. Top Middle Section:

    • There is a newspaper clipping titled "Art Institute Jobs." It includes photographs of three individuals: Hans Huth, Joachim, and Alan Sawyer.
  3. Top Right Section:

    • This section is blank.
  4. Middle Left Section:

    • There is another newspaper clipping with the headline "Huth, Joachim and Sawyer Win Promotions." The article discusses the promotions of three individuals at the Art Institute of Chicago:
      • Hans Huth is promoted to the new position of associate curator of painting and sculpture.
      • Joachim is promoted to assistant curator of painting and sculpture.
      • Alan Sawyer is promoted to assistant curator of prints and drawings.
    • The article mentions that Hans Huth studied art history at Harvard and received his Ph.D. degree in 1957.
  5. Middle Right Section:

    • There is a clipping from the "Christian Science Monitor" dated Friday, September 12. The headline reads "incoln — 'World o..." (the rest of the headline is cut off).
    • The clipping includes a photograph of two individuals, one of whom is identified as Honore Champion, a recent gift to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
  6. Bottom Left Section:

    • There is a smaller clipping titled "Curator in Munich." It discusses the appointment of Hans Huth as a curator at the Art Institute of Chicago. The article mentions his background and experience.
    • Below this, there is another small clipping titled "Also From Germany," which provides additional information about Hans Huth's background and his move to the United States.
    • There is also a clipping titled "Bates Begins," which discusses the beginning of a new position for someone named Bates at the Art Institute.

The clippings are arranged neatly on the page, with some overlapping, and are likely part of a larger collection documenting events and individuals related to the Art Institute of Chicago.