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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 807087

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The image is a scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings and images related to an exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Source: The Boston Daily Globe, dated Tuesday, July 12, 1966.
    • Headline: "Rembrandt's 'Old Man' is among his drawings at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum."
    • Image: A brown ink sketch by Rembrandt titled "Old Man."
    • Article: The article discusses a Rembrandt exhibit at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, featuring 77 drawings by the artist. The exhibition is part of a series promoted jointly by the ITO and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Source: The Montreal Gazette, dated Friday, May 27, 1966.
    • Headline: "Drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn."
    • Image: A drawing by Rembrandt titled "A Woman and Two Children."
    • Caption: The drawing is noted to be part of an exhibition at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29."
    • Author: Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.
    • Content: The article discusses the upcoming exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. It highlights that this is one of the largest and most comprehensive exhibitions of Rembrandt's drawings, featuring works from various museums and private collections. The article mentions the rarity and significance of the drawings and the extensive research and preparation that went into the exhibition.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Rembrandt's drawings on view at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts."
    • Content: This article discusses the exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, highlighting the significance and rarity of the works. It mentions that the drawings are on loan from various institutions and private collections and that the exhibition provides a unique opportunity to see a wide range of Rembrandt's graphic works.

Overall, the scrapbook page is a collection of news articles and images related to exhibitions of Rembrandt's drawings at various museums, highlighting the significance and rarity of these works.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Tuesday, July 12, 1960. The main article is titled "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29" and is written by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.

Summary of the Article:

Headline and Introduction:

  • The article announces an important Rembrandt exhibit scheduled to open at Harvard University on April 29, which was one of the most comprehensive collections of Rembrandt drawings ever shown in the United States.

Details of the Exhibit:

  • The exhibit includes 77 drawings by the 17th-century artist Rembrandt van Rijn.
  • These works come from prominent public and private collections, including the Fogg Museum at Harvard, the Pierpont Morgan Library, the British Museum, and several other notable institutions.
  • The exhibit will cover various aspects of Rembrandt's art, showcasing his development from his early years in Leiden to his mature period in Amsterdam.
  • It includes works illustrating his skills in landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, biblical and mythological subjects, and animal studies.

Notable Pieces:

  • The article highlights several significant pieces, including a drawing from the Fogg Museum depicting a child seated on the ground with two small children.
  • This particular drawing had an interesting history, being created during Rembrandt’s first Amsterdam period, and was eventually recovered from a sketchbook.

Exhibition Details:

  • The exhibit was a collaboration of many institutions, including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.
  • Admission to the exhibit was free.

Additional Information:

  • There are two images of Rembrandt's drawings in the article:
    • One on the top left corner, showing an elderly man's profile.
    • Another on the right side, depicting a child with two smaller children.

The article emphasizes the significance of the exhibit as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view a vast collection of Rembrandt's works gathered in one place.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the year 1960, specifically from April and May, detailing an exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings at Harvard University.

  1. Left Clipping (Boston Daily Globe, Tuesday, April 12, 1960):

    • The headline reads "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29".
    • The article by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. discusses a significant exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings, which will be held at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibition is described as the most important collection of Rembrandt drawings ever assembled in the United States.
    • It features 71 drawings from the 17th-century Dutch master, including some of his most famous works.
    • The article mentions that the exhibit is a collaboration among eight museums and institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Pierpont Morgan Library, and the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibit will be open from April 29 to June 12.
  2. Right Clipping (Christian Science Monitor, Friday, May 27, 1960):

    • The article is titled "Drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn".
    • It discusses a specific drawing from the exhibit titled "Two Small Children", which is approximately four inches square.
    • The drawing is noted for its delicate lines and subtle shading.
    • The drawing depicts two children, and the article highlights its significance in the context of Rembrandt's works.
    • The drawing is part of the Fogg Art Museum's collection and is on loan to the exhibition.
    • The article also mentions that the exhibit is the first major exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings in the United States in many years.

Both clippings emphasize the historical significance and rarity of the exhibition, showcasing some of Rembrandt's finest works and offering viewers a chance to see them together in one place.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe," dated Tuesday, April 12, 1960. The main article is titled "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29," written by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.

The article discusses an upcoming exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. This is described as one of the most significant displays of Rembrandt's works ever seen in the United States, featuring 71 drawings, including some rarely seen sketches. The exhibit is being jointly sponsored by the Fogg Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.

The article highlights the importance of the event, mentioning it is the second of its kind and includes works from various prestigious institutions. It also notes that the exhibit is part of a series of exhibitions that will tour across the United States.

Two illustrations from the exhibit are included in the clipping:

  1. A sketch titled "Old Man" by Rembrandt, shown on the left side.
  2. A drawing titled "Drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn" depicting two small children, shown on the right side.

The accompanying text describes the drawings and their historical significance, emphasizing that they were made from life and reflect Rembrandt's deep understanding of human subjects. The article mentions that the exhibit will feature a wide range of Rembrandt's works, from portraits to landscapes, showing his versatility and mastery. Admission to the exhibit is free.

Additionally, there is a smaller article from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated May 27, 1960, which elaborates on the significance of one of the drawings, "Two Small Children," highlighting its emotional depth and historical context.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from the Boston Daily Globe dated Tuesday, March 12, 1960, and Friday, May 27, 1960. These clippings are related to an exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings.

  1. Left Clipping (March 12, 1960):

    • Headline: "Rembrandt's 'Old Man' is among his drawings from American collections which will be shown at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum."
    • Content: The article discusses a record Rembrandt exhibit opening at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum on April 29, 1960. It highlights the importance of the drawings, which include sketches from the 17th century, and mentions that these are among the most extensive collections of Rembrandt's work ever seen in the United States. The exhibit includes 71 drawings and is organized by several museums and institutions. The text also notes that admission will be free.
  2. Right Clipping (May 27, 1960):

    • Headline: "The Christian Science Monitor, Friday, May 27, 1960".
    • Content: This clipping shows a drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn, reproduced in the article. The accompanying text is brief and focuses on the exhibition held at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that a small drawing, "Two Small Children," is part of the exhibit. The drawing was acquired by the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. The photograph is credited to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Included in both clippings are images of the sketches by Rembrandt, which are featured in the exhibitions. The newspaper articles provide context and details about the significance and the scope of the Rembrandt exhibit at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings and articles related to Rembrandt, carefully arranged and preserved in what appears to be a scrapbook or album. The pages are held open by a black ribbon bookmark.

  1. Top Left Clipping (The Boston Daily Globe, Tuesday, April 12, 1960):

    • This article, titled "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29," is by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. It discusses an important exhibition of Rembrandt's drawings opening at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibit includes a series of 71 drawings, with some pieces on loan from various institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Morgan Library in New York. The article highlights the significance of the drawings, which span the artist’s career, and notes that this is the most extensive display of Rembrandt’s works on paper in the United States. The clipping also includes an illustration of one of Rembrandt’s drawings, titled "Old Man."
  2. Top Right Clipping (The Christian Science Monitor, Friday, May 27, 1960):

    • This article, titled "Drawing by Rembrandt Van Rijn," features a photograph of a drawing titled "The Little Children on the Ground, with Two Small Dogs." The drawing, from approximately 1635-1640, is described as an example of Rembrandt’s skill in capturing spontaneous, everyday scenes. The article provides context about the drawing, which is part of the Fogg Art Museum’s collection at Harvard University. The clipping includes a black-and-white reproduction of the drawing, showing two children and two small dogs.
  3. Bottom Clipping (Unknown Source, Possibly The Washington Post, Monday, May 9, 1960):

    • This article, titled "Rembrandt, the Man, is Seen in Drawings," discusses an exhibition at the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., which focuses on Rembrandt’s drawings. The author, Donaldus, explores the personal and artistic insights revealed through Rembrandt’s sketches. The clipping includes a photograph of another Rembrandt drawing, "Portrait of a Young Man," from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. The article emphasizes the emotional depth and humanity evident in Rembrandt’s works.

The clippings collectively focus on various aspects of Rembrandt’s life and work, highlighting exhibitions, the significance of his drawings, and the emotional depth he brought to his art. The articles provide context and visual references, enhancing the understanding and appreciation of Rembrandt’s contributions to art.

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This image features a page from a scrapbook where newspaper clippings have been pasted. The prominent header "THE BOSTON DAILY GLOBE—TUESDAY" suggests the articles are from the Boston Daily Globe, dated March 18, 1940. Two clippings display black and white images of art sketches, possibly representing works attributed to Rembrandt and Rossiter van Rijn, as hinted by the captions underneath them. Another large headline on the page reads "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29" followed by a byline for "By EDGAR J. DRISCOLL JR.". This suggests an informational piece about an upcoming art exhibition. Additional columns of text provide context and details related to the exhibition and probably elements of Rembrandt’s work, the significance of the exhibit, and other aspects of the event. The scrapbook page includes additional pieces of text to the right, probably containing more literature about the exhibit and related topics, but these are partially obscured by the placement of the clippings.

The overall condition of the page and the way it is mounted suggests a carefully curated collection of related articles, which might be of historic or personal interest to the owner of the scrapbook.

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The image is a photograph of a page from a scrapbook. The scrapbook page is filled with various newspaper clippings, photographs, and text, all of which appear to be related to an art exhibition. The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, suggesting that the page was created by someone who was collecting information about the exhibition.

The top of the page features two photographs of artworks. The photograph on the left depicts an old man with a long beard and a hat, while the photograph on the right shows a seated figure with a hat and a child standing next to them. Both photographs are labeled with the name "Rembrandt van Rijn," indicating that they are reproductions of works by the famous Dutch artist.

Below the photographs, there are several newspaper clippings with headlines and text. One of the clippings announces that a record Rembrandt exhibition will open at Harvard on April 29. Another clipping provides details about the exhibition, including the number of drawings on display and the institutions that have loaned works to the show. The clippings also mention the breadth and depth of Rembrandt's work, including his landscapes, portraits, and religious scenes.

There are also several smaller clippings and notes on the page, some of which appear to be handwritten. These additional pieces of information provide context and background about the exhibition and the artist.

Overall, the scrapbook page appears to be a collection of materials related to a major Rembrandt exhibition that took place at Harvard in 1960. The page includes photographs of Rembrandt's works, newspaper clippings with details about the exhibition, and additional notes and information that provide context and background about the artist and the show.

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The image is of a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, primarily featuring articles and sketches related to Rembrandt, a Dutch painter. The scrapbook is open to a page with a title, "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29," indicating that it contains clippings from the Boston Daily Globe and possibly other sources, all related to an upcoming Rembrandt exhibition at Harvard University in 1969.

The page includes a clipping from the Boston Daily Globe with the date "Mar. 12, 1969," featuring an article about the exhibition. There are two sketches of Rembrandt's work, one of a bearded man and another of a seated woman with a child, both labeled as "Drawing by Rembrandt Van Rijn."

Additionally, there is a clipping with a title "Approximately four inches square," which provides information about a drawing by Rembrandt Van Rijn, describing it as a "Woman Seated on the Ground, with Two Small Children." The clipping also includes details about the drawing's dimensions, its appearance, and its exhibition history.

The scrapbook contains multiple clippings, each with a date and title, showcasing various aspects of Rembrandt's work and exhibitions, including information about the artist's technique, the significance of his drawings, and the locations where his works were displayed.

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The image presents a black scrapbook page featuring newspaper clippings and sketches, with the page open to reveal two columns of text and images.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • The top-left clipping is from "THE BOSTON DAILY GLOBE—TUESDAY" dated April 12, 1960.
    • Features a sketch of an old man.
    • Headline: "Record Rembrandt Exhibit To Open at Harvard Apr. 29"
    • Article discusses the upcoming exhibit of Rembrandt drawings at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.
  • The top-right clipping is from "THE CHRISTOPHER MORGAN MUSEUM, Friday, May 27, 1960".
    • Features a sketch of two people.
    • Text describes the drawing as "Woman seated on the Ground, with her Small Children" by Rembrandt van Rijn.

Additional Clippings:

  • A smaller clipping below the top-right clipping provides additional information about the drawing.
  • Two other clippings are partially visible beneath the main articles.

Scrapbook Page:

  • The scrapbook page is black and has a dark gray background.
  • The page is open, with the left side featuring a binding.
  • The overall appearance suggests that the scrapbook is old and well-used.