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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

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The image depicts a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left: "Rembrandt Exhibition"

    • This clipping discusses an exhibition of seventy-five Rembrandt drawings from the Albertina Museum in Vienna. The exhibition is set to be displayed at the Fogg Museum for three weeks, sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Russell Allen and Mr. and Mrs. John L. Loeb. The purpose of the exhibition is to showcase what American and Canadian collectors have acquired in the past two years.
  2. Top Middle: "New Tapestry Hangs in Eliot Dining Room"

    • This article reports on a new tapestry hanging in the Eliot House dining room. The tapestry, an early sixteenth-century Flemish piece, depicts the "Triumph of Mars" and has replaced the "Triumph of Washington." It was donated by Washington alumni and will be part of the Fogg's current exhibition of American art from 1800 to 1900.
  3. Top Right: "Greek Sculpture Topic at County AAOW Farey"

    • This clipping covers a discussion on Greek sculpture at the Franklin County AAOW (American Association of University Women). Dr. Cornelius C. Vermeule III, a curator at the Museum of Fine Arts, spoke about the influence of Greek art on modern sculpture.
  4. Bottom Left: "Collett to Be Feted at Boston Dinner"

    • This article announces a dinner in Boston to honor A. Collett, the British Government's first cultural attaché to the United States. The dinner is hosted by the British-American Society and will take place at the Harvard Club. Notable attendees include the president of the British-American Society and other dignitaries.
  5. Bottom Middle: "Medieval Art Seminar Nears"

    • This clipping from the Times-Picayune of New Orleans reports on an upcoming seminar on medieval art at Tulane University. The seminar will feature lectures by Dr. Sumner McKnight Crosby, an authority on medieval art, and will include discussions on the "Medieval Style" and the "Gothic Style."
  6. Bottom Right: "Authority on Wedgwood Will Close Program"

    • This article from the Evening Eagle-Tribune discusses a program featuring Dr. Bernard Rackham, an authority on Wedgwood pottery. Dr. Rackham will speak at the North Andover Historical Society, covering the history and significance of Wedgwood's contributions to ceramic art.

The clippings are arranged neatly on the scrapbook page, with each one providing insights into various art-related events and exhibitions from the early 1960s.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings, each mounted on a dark background. The articles are from various sources, including the New York Times, Evening Eagle, Lawrence, and other local newspapers. They are dated between March 8, 1960, and March 21, 1960. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Rembrandt Exhibition: This article, dated March 1960, reports that 75 paintings by Rembrandt, the largest exhibition of his works ever to leave the Netherlands, will be on display at the Fogg Museum. The collection, valued at $20 million, includes self-portraits and other notable works. The exhibition aims to foster appreciation for Rembrandt and Dutch art.

  2. New Tapestry Hangs in Eliot Dining Room: This clipping, from the same period, describes the installation of a 16th-century Flemish tapestry, "The Chase," in the Eliot House dining room at Harvard University. The tapestry, which replaced an earlier one, is part of the Fogg Museum's collection and is displayed alongside a painting by Gilbert Stuart.

  3. Coletto to Be Feted at Boston Dinner: This article, dated March 21, 1960, announces a dinner honoring Joseph A. Coletto, Italian Consul General in Boston. The event, held at the Italian Government’s Fieri Palace, celebrated Coletto's contributions to Italian-American relations.

  4. Medieval Art Seminar Nears: This clipping, dated March 21, 1960, from the Times-Picayune, reports on an upcoming seminar on "Rome in the Middle Ages," to be held at the Newcomb Art School. The seminar, led by Dr. Richard Krautheimer, will explore the city’s medieval architecture and urban development.

  5. Greek Sculpture Topic at County AAUW Parley: This article, dated March 13, 1960, discusses a meeting of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), where Dr. Christine Mitchell lectured on Greek sculpture. Mitchell, an authority on Greek art, also discussed the significance of the Venus de Milo.

  6. Authority On Wedgewood Will Give Program: This clipping, dated March 8, 1960, announces a talk by Mrs. Joshua Montgomery Sears, an authority on Wedgewood, at the Wedgwood Club of Boston. The event, held at the Belmont Hills, included a display of Wedgewood pieces from local collections.

The articles cover a range of cultural and artistic topics, including exhibitions, historical art pieces, and lectures on art and history, highlighting the cultural activities and events of the time.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various sources, likely gathered for a specific event or period in history, possibly related to art and cultural activities in the early 1960s.

Here is a detailed description of each clipping:

  1. Top Left (Rembrandt Exhibition):

    • Title: "Rembrandt Exhibition"
    • Details: A Sovereign Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Baha'i Knights is showcasing a collection of Rembrandt paintings from the United States and Canada. The exhibition will be at the Fogg Museum in Boston, starting April 1 and continuing for a month. It includes works valued at over $20,000.
  2. Top Center (New Tapestry Hangs in Elliot Dining Room):

    • Title: "New Tapestry Hangs In Elliot Dining Room"
    • Details: An Olympic tapestry is being displayed in the Elliot House dining room, which had previously hung an American oil painting called "In the Chase." The new tapestry is part of a collection of Olympic art.
  3. Top Right (Greek Sculpture Topic At County AAUW Parley):

    • Title: "Greek Sculpture Topic At County AAUW Parley"
    • Details: A meeting of Franklin County AAUW features a talk on Greek sculpture. Dr. Christine Mitchell is the speaker, who is recognized for her work in Greek art. The talk is part of a seminar series on Medieval Art.
  4. Middle Left (Coletti to Be Feted at Boston Dinner):

    • Title: "Coletti to Be Feted at Boston Dinner"
    • Details: Joseph A. Coletti, a first American to graduate from Harvard, is being honored at a dinner. He is also known for his work in the Orpheum and the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
  5. Middle Center (American Press Clipping Service):

    • Title: "Medieval Art Seminar Nears"
    • Details: A seminar on "Rome in the North in Medieval Art" is approaching. Dr. David Wright will speak on "Hiberno-Saxon Gemstones," and Mr. Buddenwill on "Carolingian Ivory" at Newcomb Art Building on March 7.
  6. Bottom Left (Authority On Wedgwood Will Give Program):

    • Title: "Authority On Wedgwood Will Give Program"
    • Details: Mrs. Corby, the founder of the Wedgwood Club, will give a talk on Wedgwood. This event is organized by the American Home and Garden Club and includes a committee of speakers.
  7. Bottom Right (Newspaper Headlines):

    • Miscellaneous clippings include:
      • "New England News Agency" with several dates (March 8, 21, and 13, 1960) and various details related to press releases, events, and local news.

Overall, these clippings cover various cultural and educational events centered around art and history, particularly focusing on exhibitions, lectures, and local community activities in the early 1960s.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the early 1960s. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left (Rembrandt Exhibition):

    • Title: "Rembrandt Exhibition"
    • The article discusses an upcoming exhibition of Rembrandt's works at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This exhibition is part of a tour of the United States and Canada, starting in April 1960. The exhibition includes over 100 works and is valued at $20,000. The Fogg Museum is collaborating with the Pierpont Morgan Museum of New York City.
  2. Top Center (New Tapestry Hangs in Eliot Dining Room):

    • Title: "New Tapestry Hangs In Eliot Dining Room"
    • This clipping describes the hanging of an early 16th-century Flemish tapestry in the Eliot House dining room at Harvard University. The tapestry, titled "Diana in the Chase," was previously in Washington, D.C., and is now displayed in the dining room of the Eliot House, a historic building on campus.
  3. Top Right (Greek Sculpture Topic at County AAUW Parley):

    • Title: "Greek Sculpture Topic At County AAUW Parley"
    • The article reports on a meeting of the Franklin County branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) where Dr. Christine Mitchell discussed Greek sculpture. Mitchell is an authority on ancient Greek art and her lecture focused on the subject of Greek sculptures.
  4. Middle Left (Coletti to be Feted at Boston Dinner):

    • Title: "Coletti to be Feted At Boston Dinner"
    • This clipping announces an upcoming dinner honoring Joseph A. Coletti, who is being feted by the Italian-American community in Boston. Coletti is noted for his contributions to the Boston area and his work in the field of architecture.
  5. Middle Center (American Press Clipping Service):

    • Title: "American Press Clipping Service"
    • The clipping provides contact information for the American Press Clipping Service, which is located at 119 Nassau Street in New York City, with a telephone number of WOrth 2-3597.
  6. Middle Right (Medieval Art Seminar Nears):

    • Title: "Medieval Art Seminar Nears"
    • This article discusses a seminar on "Rome in the North: Medieval Art" to be held at the Newcomb Art Building at Tulane University. The seminar includes lectures on various aspects of medieval art and is scheduled for March 7.
  7. Bottom Left (Authority on Wedgwood Will Give Program):

    • Title: "Authority On Wedgwood Will Give Program"
    • The clipping describes a lecture by Mrs. Gwendolyn C. Fairchild on Wedgwood porcelain, which will be part of a program organized by the Lawrence Historical Society. Mrs. Fairchild is noted for her extensive knowledge of Wedgwood and her collection of Wedgwood pieces.

Each article provides historical context and details about cultural and educational events from the early 1960s.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various issues and dates, primarily from March 1960. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Rembrandt Exhibition:

    • Location: Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • Dates: April 26 to June 12, 1960.
    • Description: The exhibition features 100 Rembrandt drawings and watercolors from the Pierpont Morgan Museum of Art in New York City. The exhibit is part of a national tour and will include works from the Fogg Museum’s own collection.
  2. New Tapestry Hangs in Eliot Dining Room:

    • Location: Eliot House, Harvard University.
    • Description: An early 17th-century Flemish tapestry, depicting a scene from "Dido and Aeneas," has been hung in the Eliot House dining room. The tapestry was previously displayed in Washington Allston’s "Diana in the Chase."
  3. Greek Sculpture Topic at County AAUW Parley:

    • Location: Franklin County, Massachusetts.
    • Speaker: Dr. Christine Mitchell.
    • Topic: Greek sculpture.
    • Description: Dr. Mitchell discussed Greek sculpture, focusing on the Wedgwood collection. She is an authority on the subject and a recognized art historian.
  4. Coleti to Be Feted at Boston Dinner:

    • Location: Boston.
    • Event: Dinner in honor of Joseph A. Coleti, president of the Italian Government’s Fulbright Commission.
    • Description: The dinner is hosted by the Boston chapter of the Italian-American Society and will be held at the Statler Hotel.
  5. Medieval Art Seminar Near:

    • Location: Newcomb College, New Orleans, Louisiana.
    • Event: Seminar on "Rome in the North: Medieval Art and Architecture."
    • Speakers: Dr. David Wright and Dr. John Buddensieg.
    • Description: The seminar will cover various aspects of medieval art and architecture in northern Europe.
  6. Authority on Wedgwood Will Give Program:

    • Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts.
    • Speaker: Mrs. George J. Wedgwood.
    • Topic: Authority on Wedgwood.
    • Description: Mrs. Wedgwood will speak on her family's history and connection with Josiah Wedgwood, the renowned potter. The program is hosted by the Wedgwood Club of Lawrence.

The clippings are from different newspapers, including the New England Newspaper Agency, the Boston Standard-Times, the Times-Picayune, and the Evening Eagle-Tribune. Each clipping is dated March 1960 and seems to be related to cultural events and notable speakers from that time period.

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The image shows a corkboard with several newspaper clippings and announcements pinned to it. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left - Rembrandt Exhibition:

    • This article discusses a Rembrandt exhibition featuring both paintings and drawings from American and Canadian collections. The exhibition is scheduled to be on display at the Pierpont Morgan Museum in New York City for a month starting March 15. The collection includes 100 works, with some valued at as much as $20,000.
  2. Top Center - New Tapestry Hangs in Eliot Dining Room:

    • An article about a newly acquired Flemish tapestry from the 16th century, which is displayed in the Eliot House dining room at an elite university. The tapestry, titled "Diana in the Chase," is an early American oil painting previously owned by Washington Allston.
  3. Top Right - Greek Sculpture Topic at County AAUW Parley:

    • An announcement about a discussion on Greek relief sculpture, led by Dr. Mitchell during the Wednesday meeting of the Franklin County branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) in Greenfield. Dr. Mitchell is noted for his extensive background in archaeology and teaching.
  4. Middle Left - Coletti to Be Feted at Boston Dinner:

    • This article announces a testimonial dinner in honor of Mr. Joseph A. Coletti, a noted sculptor, at the Statler Hotel in Boston. The event is organized by friends and colleagues to celebrate his contributions to art and education.
  5. Middle Center - Press Clipping Service Advertisement:

    • An advertisement for the American Press Clipping Service Inc., located in New York. It mentions that their services include clippings from various publications, including TIMES-Picayune.
  6. Middle Right - Medieval Art Neared:

    • An announcement about a seminar on "Rose in the North" focusing on medieval art, starting March 7 at the Fogg Museum. The seminar will be led by Dr. David Talbot Rice and is part of a series sponsored by the Society of Fellows at Harvard.
  7. Bottom Right - Authority on Wedgwood Will Give Program:

    • An article about an upcoming lecture by Mrs. Chandler C. Gere, an authority on Wedgwood pottery, who will speak at a meeting of the Wednesday Club. She will discuss the history and significance of Wedgwood, accompanied by a display of various pieces. The meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Charles P. Greenough in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

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The image appears to be a photograph of a scrapbook page or a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a black page. These clippings are likely from various issues and cover different subjects, predominantly related to arts and culture, including exhibitions, lectures, and events.

Starting from the left column, the topmost clipping is titled "Rembrandt Exhibition" and seems to describe an exhibition featuring prints by Rembrandt at a public museum. Below that, a second clipping refers to an event honoring an individual named Coleiti, entitled "Coleiti to Be Feted At Boston Dinner," dated March 21, 1960.

In the middle column, a clipping at the top is about "New Tapestry Hangs In Eliot Dining Room," discussing a new tapestry hanging at an address on Nassau Street from February 28 to March 3, 1960. Directly below it, a service offered by 'Dawn Mayer' with a telephone number is advertised. Below that, another clipping titled "Authority On Wedgwood Will Give Program" by Mrs. Charles F. Glore, Jr. is visible.

On the far right, the top clipping titled "Greek Sculpture Topic At County AAUW Parley" seems to be about a speech on Greek sculpture scheduled at a county event with Dr. Mitchell as a guest speaker, dated March 1, 1960. The clipping beneath it details a lecture event discussing medieval art and Arthurian legend.

It is important to note that while these clippings give an indication of events and interests related to arts and culture during the time they were published, the specific details such as dates, individuals, and organizations should be verified from other sources for accuracy if used for research or reference.

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The image shows the interior pages of a scrapbook or archive containing a collection of newspaper clippings, each marked with handwritten notes and annotations. The clippings are neatly arranged and appear to be organized chronologically or thematically. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Format:

    • The pages are part of a bound book or scrapbook, with visible spine and edges.
    • Each clipping is mounted on a page, and there are handwritten notes and markings on some of the clippings.
  2. Clippings:

    • The clippings are from various newspapers, as indicated by the headers and bylines.
    • Each clipping is labeled with a date and sometimes additional handwritten notes, suggesting they are being cataloged or reviewed for specific purposes.

Top Row (Left to Right):

  • First Clipping:

    • Title: "Rembrandt Exhibition"
    • Content: Discusses an exhibition of Rembrandt drawings and prints, highlighting its significance and the institutions involved (Fogg Museum and the Museum of Modern Art).
    • Handwritten Note: "CRIMSON 3/7/60" — likely indicating the date the clipping was added or reviewed.
  • Second Clipping:

    • Title: "New Tapestry Hangs In Eliot Dining Room"
    • Content: Describes the installation of a new tapestry in the Eliot Dining Room at Harvard University, detailing its history and significance.
    • Handwritten Note: "CRIMSON 3/5/60" — indicating the date of entry or review.
  • Third Clipping:

    • Title: "Recorder-Gazette (c) GREENFIELD, Mass."
    • Content: Reports on a meeting of the Franklin County AAUW (American Association of University Women), focusing on a discussion of Greek sculpture.
    • Handwritten Note: "Anne Wolfert MAR 13 1960" — likely noting the person who clipped or reviewed it and the date.

Bottom Row (Left to Right):

  • First Clipping:

    • Title: "NEW BEDFORD, Mass."
    • Content: Refers to a local newspaper clipping, possibly related to a local event or news story.
    • Handwritten Note: "Anne Wolfert MAR 21 1960" — indicating the person and date of review.
  • Second Clipping:

    • Title: "American Clipping Service Press clipping"
    • Content: Appears to be a press release or announcement, possibly related to a seminar or event.
    • Handwritten Note: "LB 28 1960" — likely a code or identifier for the clipping.
  • Third Clipping:

    • Title: "Evening Eagle-Tribune LAWRENCE, Mass."
    • Content: Reports on a meeting or announcement regarding the Wedgwood Will Give Program, involving the American Home Woman's Club and other organizations.
    • Handwritten Note: "MAR 8 1960" — indicating the date of review or entry.

Handwritten Annotations:

  • Several clippings have handwritten notes, such as dates ("MAR 13 1960," "MAR 21 1960," etc.) and initials ("Anne Wolfert," "LB").
  • These annotations suggest the clippings are being cataloged or reviewed systematically, possibly for research, archival purposes, or personal interest.

Visual Details:

  • The clippings are typed in standard newspaper columns, with headlines, bylines, and body text clearly visible.
  • The handwritten notes are in black ink and are neatly placed in the margins or corners of the clippings.
  • The pages are clean and well-preserved, indicating careful handling and storage.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a curated collection of newspaper clippings, likely assembled for historical, research, or personal archival purposes. The handwritten notes and organized layout suggest a methodical approach to documenting and categorizing the information contained in the clippings. The variety of topics—art exhibitions, local news, cultural events, and organizational meetings—indicates a broad interest in current events and cultural activities from the early 1960s.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings arranged on a black background. The clippings appear to be from various newspapers, as indicated by the different fonts and styles. The clippings are attached to the background with a white adhesive strip.

The clippings cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, lectures, and events. Some of the clippings feature images, such as photographs of artworks or event posters. The clippings are dated, with dates ranging from the 1960s to the 1980s.

The arrangement of the clippings suggests that they were carefully curated and organized, possibly for a specific purpose or project. The use of a black background and white adhesive strips creates a visually striking contrast, drawing attention to the content of the clippings.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of nostalgia and historical significance, as it captures a glimpse of past events and cultural happenings. The clippings serve as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and the importance of preserving and documenting our collective history.

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The image shows a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings and articles. The clippings are arranged on a black background and are pinned or glued in place. The clippings cover a variety of topics, including art exhibitions, sculptures, and seminars. Some of the clippings are from local newspapers, while others are from larger publications. The clippings are from different years, with some dating back to the 1960s. The scrapbook appears to be a personal collection of articles and clippings related to art and culture.