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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 807104

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or an album containing several newspaper clippings and photographs. The clippings are from various dates and publications, primarily from the New York Times and New York Herald Tribune. Here is a detailed summary of each item on the page:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Date: August 7, 1960
    • Headline: "2600-YEAR-OLD 'PARIS' IS SLOWLY COMING TO LIGHT"
    • Content: This article discusses archaeological excavations in Paris that uncovered a 2600-year-old structure. It mentions the historical significance and the efforts to preserve and study the ancient remains.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Date: July 31, 1960
    • Headline: "AT CAMBRIDGE—Crowning Angel, marble, c. 1300, by Arnolfo di Cambio, presented to the Fogg Museum in 1941 by Theodore Chase"
    • Content: This article features a photograph of a marble sculpture titled "Crowning Angel" by Arnolfo di Cambio, dated around 1300. The sculpture was donated to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University in 1941.
  3. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "A COLLEGE MUSEUM'S COLLECTIONS"
    • Author: Stuart Preston
    • Content: This article discusses the collections of a college museum, highlighting the diversity and historical significance of the items. It mentions various artworks and artifacts, including paintings and sculptures, and their importance in educational settings.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Date: August 9, 1960
    • Headline: "TWO ON THE AISLE"
    • Subheadline: "Selected Shorts"
    • Content: This article appears to be a review or commentary on a theatrical performance or film. It includes a humorous anecdote about a man named Harold L. Gale and his experiences in a theater.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Filling the Gaps"
    • Content: This article discusses the efforts to fill gaps in a museum's collection. It mentions the acquisition of various artworks, including paintings and sculptures, and the significance of these additions to the museum's holdings.

The clippings are arranged neatly on the page, with some overlapping, and are affixed with tape or glue. The page itself is part of a larger album or scrapbook, as indicated by the visible binding on the right side.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings, primarily from the New England Newspaper Agency, dated August 7, 1960, and a few from July 31, 1960. The clippings are pasted on a page, with some overlapping each other. The main articles and illustrations can be summarized as follows:

  1. 2600-Years-Old Paris is Slowly Coming to Light:

    • This article discusses the excavation of the ancient city of Sardis, which reveals the Paris of 2600 years ago. The article details the discovery of a marble statue of a bearded man, identified as King Croesus, ruler of Lydia. The excavations are led by Professor George M. A. Hanfmann from Harvard University, with support from the American Schools of Oriental Research. The article provides historical context about the wealthy kingdom of Lydia and its eventual fall to the Persians.
  2. Illustration of a Statue:

    • The clipping includes an illustration titled "SHOWN AT CAMBRIDGE—Creasing Angel, marble, c. 1560, by Alessandro di Marco, presented to the Fogg Museum by Mrs. A. Kingsley Porter in memory of her husband." This illustrates the type of artifacts that might be similar to those mentioned in the article.
  3. A College Museum's Collections:

    • This article, authored by Stuart Preston, discusses the unique character of college museums, using the Fogg Museum at Harvard as an example. It highlights how these museums, often built from private collections, offer a different experience compared to municipal museums. The article mentions specific art pieces and the historical and artistic significance they hold, focusing on the Fogg Museum's holdings.
  4. Two on the Aisle:

    • A shorter clipping, possibly a review or announcement related to theater or performance, is partially visible. It mentions "Two on the Aisle" and could be discussing a play or event at the Wilbur Theatre in Boston.

The clippings reflect a mix of historical reporting, art, and cultural events, providing insights into the academic and cultural activities of the time.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from the Sunday Republican in Springfield, Massachusetts, dated August 7, 1960. The front section of the page includes several articles and advertisements.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The article titled "2600-Years-Old Paris Is Slowly Coming to Light" by King Croesus discusses excavations in Turkey where ancient ruins are being uncovered. The article describes the efforts of archaeologists working in Sardis, which is part of the ancient city of Troy. It highlights the restoration of the ancient city of Sardis and the significant findings at the site, including a temple and fortifications.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • There is a news item about an exhibition at Cambridge. The title mentions "Shown at Cambridge" and highlights works by famous artists such as Arnolfo di Cambio, Théodore Chassériau, and works by various French artists.
  3. Middle Section:

    • The main article titled "A College Preston's Collections" by Stuart Preston is about the collections held in American colleges, focusing on their importance and preservation. It mentions the Cambridge, Massachusetts area specifically, with detailed descriptions of some notable art pieces.
  4. Left Column, Bottom:

    • A brief news segment titled "Two on the Asisle" and "Selected Shorts" is included. The first part seems to be a humorous or light-hearted piece, possibly a fictional story or a short article, and the second is a short news item or caption.
  5. Right Column, Bottom:

    • An article titled "Portland" is partially visible, detailing an event or story related to Portland, Maine.

The newspaper page is part of an extensive historical archive and includes various advertisements and headlines, emphasizing cultural and historical news from the early 1960s. The visual elements include illustrations and photographs, particularly those related to the archaeological digs and art exhibitions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various publications, specifically from the New England Newspaper Agency and dated between August 7, 1960, and July 31, 1960. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left (August 7, 1960):

    • Headline: "2600 YEARS-OLD PARIS IS SLOWLY COMING TO LIGHT"
    • Content: The article discusses excavations in Turkey where an ancient city, referred to as the "Paris of the ancient world," is being uncovered. The city, known as Sardis, was once the capital of Lydia and is now being restored by archaeologists. The article highlights the significance of the findings, including ancient structures and artifacts.
  2. Top Middle (August 9, 1960):

    • Headline: "TWO ON THE ISLE"
    • Content: This section seems to be a continuation of a series of short articles, titled "Selected Shorts." It focuses on a couple, Mr. and Mrs. John, who are living on an island and the quaint, somewhat humorous details of their life.
  3. Top Right (August 9, 1960):

    • Headline: "A COLLEGE MUSEUM'S COLLECTIONS"
    • Author: Stuart Preston
    • Content: This article discusses the art collections of a college museum, focusing on a painting by Arnoldo di Cambio, a marble bust of Admiral De Grasse, and other works. It highlights the importance of these artworks in the context of the museum's collection, mentioning specific pieces like a drawing by Arnoldo di Cambio and other historical artifacts.
  4. Middle Left (August 7, 1960):

    • Headline: "SHOWN AT CAMBRIDGE"
    • Content: The article mentions an exhibition of artworks at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, including a marble bust by Arnoldo di Cambio and a drawing by Theodore Chassériau.
  5. Middle Center:

    • Headline: "TWO ON THE ISLE"
    • Content: Another segment of the "Selected Shorts" series, focusing on the same couple living on the island, providing more anecdotes and insights into their life.
  6. Bottom Left:

    • Headline: "Selected Shorts" (cont.)
    • Content: The segment continues with a focus on a character, possibly a medical doctor, named Dr. John, who lives on an island and faces various challenges and humorous situations.
  7. Bottom Right:

    • Headline: "FINE ARTS COMMITTEE"
    • Content: The article discusses the Fine Arts Committee at Dartmouth, mentioning a member, Mr. Belvedere, and his involvement in various activities, including the selection of artworks and the management of the department.
  8. Additional Details:

    • Museum Exhibits: The images of the artworks (marble busts and drawings) shown in the clippings are labeled with specific titles and artists, adding to the historical and cultural context of the articles.
    • Dates and Locations: The articles are sourced from different newspapers, including the Springfield Republican, Boston Herald, and Portland Press Herald, indicating a broad regional coverage.

The clippings provide a snapshot of cultural, historical, and social stories from the early 1960s, focusing on archaeology, art, and personal anecdotes.

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The image shows pages from a newspaper, specifically the New-England Newspaper Agency, Inc. The articles are from August 1960. Here's a detailed summary of the visible sections:

  1. Top Left Section (August 7, 1960)

    • Headline: "2600-Year-Old Paris Is Slowly Coming to Light"
    • Content: This article discusses the excavation efforts in Turkey, where the ancient city of Sarissa, also known as "Paris of the ancients," is being uncovered. The excavations are led by King Cresus Cambridge. The city is being restored by archaeologists who have uncovered fortifications, baths, and other structures. The article mentions the work of archaeologists and the significance of the findings.
  2. Top Right Section (August 7, 1960)

    • Headline: "Shown at Cambridge - Cresling Angel, marble, c. 1300 by Arnolfo di Cambio"
    • Content: This article describes an art exhibit at the Fogg Museum at Harvard. It features a marble sculpture, "Cresling Angel," created by Arnolfo di Cambio around 1300. The sculpture is part of a collection loaned by the Fogg Museum and is significant for its historical and artistic value.
  3. Bottom Left Section (August 9, 1960)

    • Headline: "Two on the Asile"
    • Content: This article mentions a play titled "Two on the Asile" by L. C. Waddell. It seems to be a short review or notice related to a theatrical performance.
  4. Bottom Right Section (August 9, 1960)

    • Headline: "A College Museum's Collections"
    • Content: This article, written by Stuart Preston, discusses the collections at the Fogg Museum at Harvard. It highlights the importance of the museum's holdings, including a variety of artworks and artifacts. The article mentions the significance of the collections in the context of art history and education, and it describes the diversity of the museum's pieces, ranging from ancient to modern times.
  5. Additional Sections:

    • The pages also include a section labeled "Selected Shorts," which likely contains brief news snippets or summaries of other articles.
    • There is a mention of a political cartoon or illustration titled "Two on the Asile," featuring a drawing with the caption "Hear ye, hear ye."

The newspaper articles provide a snapshot of cultural, historical, and educational events from August 1960, focusing on archaeological discoveries, art exhibitions, and theater performances.

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The image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings from various dates, spanning from July 31, 1960, to August 9, 1960. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left (New England Newspaper, August 7, 1960)

    • Headline: "2600-Years-Old 'Paris' Is Slowly Coming to Light"
    • Content: The article discusses excavations in Turkey near the ancient city of Sardis, the capital of the ancient kingdom of Lydia. King Croesus, famous for his wealth, ruled here. The article mentions that archaeologists have uncovered a small portion of the ancient city, revealing various artifacts and structures, including parts of a temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. The discoveries are providing insights into the ancient city's layout and history.
  2. Top Center (New York Times, July 31, 1960)

    • Headline/Image: "Shown at Cambridge"
    • Content: This piece features an image of a sculpture titled "Crusading Angel" created by Mrs. A. Kingsbury Porter in memory of her husband, Arthur Kingsley Porter. The statue was presented to the Fogg Museum by Theodore Rousseau Jr. and is described as a Madonna-esque figure.
  3. Top Right (Unclear Newspaper)

    • Content: An article featuring a portrait of a man, discussing the collections of a college museum. It mentions various important donations, such as those from Lessing J. Rosenwald, and details the museum's acquisitions, including prints, drawings, and rare books.
  4. Bottom Left (New England Newspaper, August 9, 1960)

    • Headline: "Two on the Aisle"
    • Content: This section, titled "Selected Shorts," recounts an amusing anecdote involving the famous composer Richard Wagner. It describes an incident where Wagner was late for a performance due to being absorbed in creative work and his subsequent rush to the theater. The piece is humorous and highlights Wagner’s dedication to his art.

Overall, the clippings cover a range of topics including archaeology, art, and historical anecdotes, reflecting events and stories from the summer of 1960.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings and an illustration. The clippings are mostly related to art, archaeology, and museum collections.

Notable details include:

  1. A headline from the Sunday Republican in Springfield, Massachusetts, dated August 7, 1960, which reads: "2600-YEARS-OLD 'PARIS' IS SLOWLY COMING TO LIGHT." It discusses excavations in Turkey and the discovery of an ancient "Paris" city ruled by King Croesus.

  2. A clipping from the New York Times dated July 31, 1960, featuring two black-and-white images:

    • One of a marble statue titled "Censuring Angel" from around 1300, by Arnolfo di Cambio, displayed at the Fogg Museum.
    • The other is a drawing of a seated man, attributed to Théodore Chassériau, dated 1842, also from the Fogg Museum.
  3. A longer article titled "A COLLEGE MUSEUM'S COLLECTIONS" by Stuart Preston, discussing American college museums, focusing on the Fogg Museum at Harvard, its collections, and how it compares to other institutions.

  4. Smaller clipped sections including a piece titled "Selected Shorts" with a cartoon called "TWO ON THE AISLE© HAROLD L. CAIL," and a brief article about a man named Joseph A. Hazen and his role with the Fine Arts department at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page is a historical archive, likely focused on art and archaeology news and commentary from the year 1960.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or album with newspaper clippings of various sizes pasted onto the pages. On the left side page, the top clipping is titled "2600-YEARS-OLD 'PARIS' IS SLOWLY COMING TO LIGHT," referring to archaeological excavations in Turkey. Below it is a clipping from the Portland Express with the date "AUG 9 - 1960". On the right side page, the top clipping features a statue with the headline "SHOW AT CAMBRIDGE." It describes an artwork by the French draughtsman Antoine Caron. Below that is an article titled "A COLLEGE MUSEUM'S COLLECTIONS" about Covering student life from various aspects along with their collections.

Near the bottom of the right page is a section with a decorative header "TWO ON THE AISLE" by Harold P. Call, with a subheader "Selected Shorts" and a block of text discussing what seems to be a commentary or review. Other visible text on the clippings refers to events, narratives, and cultural subjects, reflecting the eclectic nature of the contents typically found in personal scrapbooks from the mid-twentieth century.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely preserved within a scrapbook or archive. The clippings are dated from the early 1960s, as indicated by the visible dates on the top edges of the pages, such as "JUL 31 1960" and "AUG 7 1960." The articles are from various newspapers, including the New England Newspaper Agency and the Sunday Republican from Springfield, Mass.

Key Features of the Image:

  1. Layout and Organization:

    • The clippings are arranged in a grid-like format, with multiple articles visible on each page.
    • The articles are cut and pasted onto the pages, suggesting they were compiled for reference or archival purposes.
  2. Content:

    • The articles cover a variety of topics, including historical, cultural, and artistic subjects.
    • One prominent article is titled "2600-YEARS-OLD 'PARIS' IS SLOWLY COMING TO LIGHT", discussing archaeological discoveries in Turkey, specifically at the site of Sardis, where ancient ruins are being uncovered.
    • Another article is titled "A COLLEGE MUSEUM'S COLLECTIONS", which appears to focus on the collections of a college museum, possibly the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, as referenced in the text.
    • There is also a smaller article titled "TWO ON THE AISLE", which seems to be a review or commentary, possibly related to theater or entertainment.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • The articles include illustrations and photographs. For example:
      • A black-and-white photograph of a marble statue labeled "CRUSHING ANGEL, marble, c. 1600, by Arsenio di Cimbri, presented to the Fogg Museum by Mrs. A. Kingsley Porter in memory of her father, Admiral Duperé, in a shipwreck off the coast of Sicily in 1812, by Théodore Chassériau, among the French drawings owned by the Museum."
      • Another photograph shows a portrait of a man, possibly a historical figure or artist.
    • The text is printed in a typewriter or similar font, typical of newspaper articles from the era.
  4. Contextual Clues:

    • The presence of dates, newspaper names, and article titles suggests these clippings were collected for research, personal interest, or historical documentation.
    • The inclusion of both historical and contemporary topics (e.g., archaeological discoveries and museum collections) indicates a broad range of interests.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a curated collection of newspaper articles, likely from the early 1960s, focusing on historical, cultural, and artistic themes. The arrangement and content suggest it could be part of a personal archive, research project, or historical documentation effort. The inclusion of photographs and detailed illustrations adds visual interest and depth to the collection.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and photographs. The clippings are from different newspapers, including the New England News Agency, Sunday Republican Springfield, and others. The clippings cover a range of topics, including historical events, art exhibitions, and personal stories. The photographs include a statue of a woman and a portrait of a man. The page is filled with text and images, creating a collage-like effect. The scrapbook appears to be a collection of clippings and photographs that were important to the person who created it.