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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a newspaper clipping archive. The page includes several articles and a photograph. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Photograph:

    • The photograph at the top of the page depicts a scene from a cricket match. The caption under the image reads "RUN CAY, BERMUDA" and mentions that the famous work is by Winslow Homer.
  2. Articles:

    • Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery:
      • This article, written by Walter Abell, discusses the acquisition of a painting by Vincent Van Gogh titled "The Potato Eaters" by the Yale University Art Gallery. The painting was purchased from a private collection and is described as one of Van Gogh's most important works.
    • A Dali Exhibition:
      • This article discusses an exhibition of works by Salvador Dali at the South College Museum of Art. The exhibition includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures by Dali, showcasing his surrealist style.
    • Gallery Grit:
      • This article seems to be a review or commentary on the art scene, possibly discussing the grit and determination of artists and galleries in presenting and preserving art.
    • At Long Last:
      • This article discusses the long-awaited display of a significant artwork, possibly a Van Gogh painting, in a museum or gallery. It highlights the importance of the artwork and the public's anticipation to see it.
    • At National Gallery:
      • This article mentions an exhibition or event at the National Gallery, possibly discussing new acquisitions or a special exhibition.
  3. Stamp:

    • There is a stamp on the top left corner of the page that reads "WORCESTER, MASS. DEC 10 1959" and "DEC 12 1959," indicating the date when the page or the clippings were processed or archived.

The page is part of a larger collection, as indicated by the binding on the left side, suggesting it is from a scrapbook or an archive of newspaper clippings related to art and artists.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, the Sunday Telegram, dated December 21, 1958, from Worcester, Massachusetts. The main article on the page is titled "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery," written by Walter Scher. The article discusses the acquisition of a Vincent van Gogh painting by the Yale University Art Gallery. There is also a photograph at the top of the page, credited to Winslow Hunter, showing two men, one holding a camera, with the caption "RUM CAY, BERMUDA."

Other articles on the page include "A Dali Exhibition," which mentions an exhibition of works by Salvador Dali at the Gallery Grist, and "At Long Last," which discusses an art exhibition at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, featuring works by American artists. Additionally, there is an article about the Connecticut Watercolor Society holding its 25th annual exhibition at the Terrain Gallery in Hartford.

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The image is of a newspaper clipping from the "Worcester Telegram" dated December 21, 1958. The headline of the article is "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery."

Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Main Article:

    • Title: "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery"
    • Author: Walter Merrell
    • Location: The article mentions that the work was acquired by Yale University's Art Gallery.
    • Artwork: The clipping features an image of a painting by Vincent van Gogh titled "Rum Cay, Bermuda" (also known as "Bermuda Sea").
    • Context: The piece discusses the historical significance and the rarity of acquiring a piece by Van Gogh. It notes that the painting was acquired from the estate of the artist’s friend and collector, Theo van Gogh.
    • Details: It highlights the acquisition as the first Van Gogh painting to be permanently displayed at Yale's gallery.
  2. Additional Sections:

    • Gallery Grist: This section discusses an exhibition at the Dartmouth College Museum of Art titled "At Long Last." It includes a brief description of the exhibition and mentions that it showcases a variety of modern artworks.
    • Dail Exhibition: This segment describes a show at the Dartmouth College Museum of Art featuring works by various modern artists, with a specific focus on the "Corners in the Pack" by Henry Moore and other works.
  3. Other Articles:

    • National Gallery: Describes the exhibition of paintings by American artists at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., highlighting works by artists such as Winslow Homer and others.
    • The Connected Watercolor: This smaller section briefly discusses the Connected Watercolor exhibit, which appears to be a collection of works by a specific artist or a thematically connected series.

The newspaper clipping provides a historical snapshot of art acquisitions and exhibitions from that era, focusing particularly on significant works by Vincent van Gogh and other modern artists.

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper, specifically the "New England Traveler" dated December 21, 1958. The article is titled "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery" and is written by Walter Merkel. The article discusses the acquisition of a Vincent van Gogh painting by Yale University's gallery.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Acquisition by Yale: Yale University has acquired a Van Gogh painting, specifically "Corner in the Park," which was previously owned by Harry F. Guggenheim.
  2. Significance: This is the first Van Gogh painting to be acquired by Yale.
  3. Exhibition: The painting was part of a traveling exhibition that included works by other artists like Renoir, Cézanne, and Gauguin. The exhibition was shown at the South College Museum of Art in New Haven through January 18.
  4. Dall Exhibition: The article also mentions a "Dall Exhibition" at Gallery Grist in Worcester, which includes works by modern artists such as Picasso, Matisse, and others, and runs through January 6.
  5. Other Galleries: The article notes other exhibitions at places like the Worcester Art Museum, which features works by Winslow Homer, and the Long Last Gallery, which includes works by artists such as Hopper, Klee, and others.
  6. Historical Context: The article provides some historical context about Van Gogh's life and struggles, particularly his financial difficulties and the critical reception of his work during his lifetime.

Additionally, there is a small photograph of a horse in mid-jump, likely related to a separate article or advertisement within the newspaper. The clipping is pasted into a scrapbook or notebook.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "New England Traveler Agency, Inc." section of the Sunday Telegram, published in Worcester, Massachusetts, on December 21, 1958.

The article is titled "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery" and is written by Walter Meeker. The article discusses the acquisition of a Van Gogh painting by the Yale University Art Gallery. The painting, "Corners at a Table," was purchased by Yale's Paul Mellon Fund and is the first Van Gogh work to be added to the Yale collection.

The clipping also includes a smaller article titled "At Long Last" about an exhibition at the Worcester Art Museum, featuring works by Winslow Homer. The exhibition includes Homer's famous work "Rum Cay, Bermuda."

The newspaper clipping is pasted into a book, suggesting it might be part of a collection or archive. The page also features a photograph of the painting "Corners at a Table" by Vincent Van Gogh, depicting a scene of a room with a table and chairs. The article mentions that the painting was previously in a private collection in Switzerland.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Sunday Telegraph, dated December 2, 1956. The headline article is titled "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery," written by Walter Mirkil.

Summary of Articles:

  1. Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery:

    • Yale University has acquired its first painting by Vincent Van Gogh, "The Night Café," purchased from the Stephen C. Clark collection.
    • The painting was bought with funds donated by Henry R. and Raymond J. Horowitz.
    • This acquisition is notable as it marks Yale's first work by Van Gogh.
    • The article mentions the significance of "The Night Café" in Van Gogh’s oeuvre, depicting a scene from Arles, France.
  2. A Dali Exhibition:

    • An exhibition of works by Salvador Dalí is currently on display at the Gallery of Modern Art in New York.
    • The exhibition features 27 paintings, including "The Temptation of St. Anthony," "Christ of Gala," and "Comet of a Girl’s Back."
    • The collection showcases Dalí’s diverse and imaginative style, with works spanning from 1918 to 1956.
  3. Laidly Worm in Belfast Long Last:

    • The article discusses a significant cultural artifact, the Laidly Worm, a figure from a Northumbrian fairy tale, which is now on display at the Ulster Museum in Belfast.
    • This artifact, carved from bog oak, was once part of a local tradition and is now a rare surviving example of such pieces.
  4. Art at National Gallery:

    • The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. has acquired a new painting, "The Adoration of the Magi" by Fra Angelico and Filippo Lippi.
    • This acquisition is part of the Chester Dale collection and has been unveiled to the public.
    • The article highlights the importance of this piece, which had been in private collections for many years.
  5. Famous Work by Winslow Homer:

    • The image at the top of the clipping shows a scene from Bermuda painted by Winslow Homer, titled "Rum Cay, Bermuda."

Other Notes:

  • The newspaper page includes a Western Union telegram form at the top, indicating the publication is the Sunday edition.
  • The articles emphasize the significance of the acquisitions and exhibitions for art history and cultural heritage.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Telegram WORCESTER, Mass. Republican" dated December 21, 1958. The clipping features a black and white reproduction of a painting titled "Rum Cay, Bermuda," a famous work by Winslow Homer. The artwork depicts a person running or jumping on a beach with a sea turtle in the foreground.

Below the image, the article's headline reads: "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery." The text under the heading "Art and Artists" by Walter Merkel discusses Yale University Art Gallery acquiring a Van Gogh painting called "Corner in the Park." The article provides details about various art exhibitions and galleries, including mentions of Winslow Homer, Salvador Dali, and other art events in different museums and galleries. There is an emphasis on the significance of the acquisitions and exhibitions, highlighting art appreciation and cultural importance during that period.

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This image shows an open book or journal with a newspaper clipping pasted on the right-hand side page. The newspaper clipping is from the "Sunday Telegram, Worcester, Mass" dated December 21, 1958, as indicated by the stamp in the upper right corner of the clipping.

The headline of the article in the clipping reads "Art and Artists Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery," which suggests the content of the article is about a work by the artist Vincent van Gogh being acquired by the Yale University Art Gallery. The article continues beneath with various paragraphs, but the text is too small to read in detail.

Above the article, there is a black and white illustration or photograph, titled "RUM CAY, BERMUDA, Famous work by Winslow Homer," which appears to showcase an art piece by Winslow Homer.

The left page of the book appears to be blank, and it is orange in color. The cover of the book or journal is orange, and the pages are of a creamy yellow tone, indicating either the original color or some degree of age-related discoloration. The overall scene evokes a historical or archival atmosphere, suggesting research or study of past articles and events related to art history.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The left page is predominantly filled with text, formatted as a newspaper or magazine article. The headline at the top reads "Van Gogh Acquired by Yale Gallery", indicating the main topic of the article. The article is attributed to Walter Meisel and is dated December 21, 1938, with the source identified as the Worcester Telegram from Worcester, Mass. The content discusses the acquisition of a Vincent van Gogh painting by the Yale Gallery, detailing the circumstances, significance, and context of the acquisition.

The right page features a smaller photograph at the top, depicting a dynamic scene of a man running on a beach, with a turtle in the foreground. Below the photograph, there is a caption or title that reads "RUM CAY, BERMUDA", suggesting the location or subject of the image. The rest of the right page continues with additional text, likely related to art, exhibitions, or cultural events, as indicated by headings such as "A Doll Exhibition" and "Gallery Grist". The layout and typography suggest a vintage publication, consistent with the 1938 date mentioned on the left page.

The book itself has aged pages with a slightly worn appearance, indicative of historical or archival material. The spine of the book is visible on the left edge, showing a green binding. The overall presentation conveys a sense of historical documentation, likely from a newspaper or art-related publication.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook, which has been neatly cut and pasted with various newspaper clippings and photographs. The page is from a newspaper dated December 21, 1958, as indicated by the date at the top of the page. The scrapbook page features an article about art and artists, specifically focusing on the acquisition of Van Gogh's works by the Yale Gallery. The article discusses the significance of Van Gogh's art and its impact on the art world. Additionally, there is a photograph of a man running on a beach, which seems unrelated to the main theme of the page. The scrapbook page also includes other clippings and photographs, showcasing a diverse range of topics and interests.