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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805014

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This image shows an open scrapbook page, displaying a collection of newspaper clippings from April 1963, primarily focused on art events and figures in New England. The page is mounted on aged, yellowed paper and is bound in a dark, possibly leather, scrapbook.

The most prominent article, titled “Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II”, is by Celia T. Hubbard and features Frederick Franck. It details his exhibition of drawings from the first session of the Second Vatican Council, praising his ability to capture the “inner meaning and impression” of key figures like Pope Paul VI and Cardinal Richelme. The article notes the drawings were displayed at the Botolph Center in Boston and would be shown later in New York, Florida, Chicago, and Rome.

Below this, a smaller clipping on the left, dated April 18, 1963, announces a “Smith College Show April 23 Features Contemporary Art” at the college’s Museum of Art in Northampton, MA. It lists featured artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Rolf Appel, and Jackson Pollock.

On the right side, another major article, dated April 1, 1963, is titled “Beverly College Club To Hear Art Professor”. It profiles Mervin Jules, associate professor of art at Smith College and chairman of its art department. The article includes a small, black-and-white headshot of Jules and details his upcoming lecture at the Beverly College Club, his awards (including the purchase prize at the Baltimore Museum of Art in 1941), his publications, and his extensive career, which included teaching at the Baltimore Educational Alliance and the Museum of Modern Art school. His work is noted as being in prestigious collections such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum.

All clippings are dated from early April 1963 and bear the masthead of the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., indicating they were likely collected for press or archival purposes. Several clippings have handwritten notes or underlines, suggesting active curation or personal interest.

The overall impression is of a curated historical document capturing the art world’s activity in New England during a significant time—the early 1960s—highlighting both contemporary American artists and major international events like the Vatican Council.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper or a collection of clippings related to art events and exhibitions. The page contains several articles and announcements about various art-related topics, such as an artist's drawings on the second Vatican Council, an art professor speaking to a college club, and an exhibition featuring contemporary art at Smith College.

The articles are from different newspapers, as indicated by the newspaper names and dates at the top of each article snippet, such as "The Pilot," "Union," and "Times." The text is typed in a clean, readable font, and the articles are neatly arranged on the page.

There is also a photograph of a man, identified as Mervin Jules, who is mentioned in one of the articles as an art professor and speaker at the Beverly College Club. The photograph is a black-and-white portrait, and the article provides details about his career and achievements in the art world.

The page also includes a few handwritten notes in red ink, which seem to be annotations or highlights related to the content of the articles, possibly for personal or organizational reference. Overall, the page is a collection of historical news articles and clippings related to art exhibitions and events.

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This image shows an open scrapbook containing newspaper clippings from 1963. The clippings are from various newspapers and are held in place with tape. There are three main clippings visible:

  1. The top clipping is from "The Pilot," Boston, Mass., dated March 30, 1963. It is titled "Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II" by Celia T. Hubbard. The article discusses artist Frederick Franck's drawings of the first session of the Second Vatican Council.

  2. The middle clipping is from "Union (m)," Springfield, Mass., dated April 18, 1963. It is titled "Smith College Show April 23 Features Contemporary Art." The article discusses an exhibition of contemporary painting at the Smith College Museum of Art.

  3. The bottom clipping is from "Times (e)," Beverly, Mass., dated April 1, 1963. It is titled "Beverly College Club To Hear Art Professor." The article discusses Mervin Jules, an associate professor of art at Smith College, who will speak at the Beverly College Club. There is a black and white photograph of Mervin Jules accompanying this article.

The scrapbook itself appears to be made of brown cardboard and is bound with a black cloth spine. The clippings are neatly arranged and taped down, with some handwritten annotations and markings.

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The image is a photograph of an open scrapbook page. The scrapbook page contains several newspaper clippings, all of which are related to art exhibitions and events. The clippings are arranged in a collage format, with some overlapping each other. The clippings are from different newspapers, as indicated by the different fonts and styles of the text. The clippings are from various dates, ranging from the 1960s to the 1980s.

The top clipping is from "The Pilot" newspaper, dated March 9, 1969. It features an article titled "Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II" by Celia T. Hubbard. The article discusses an exhibition by artist Frederick Franck, who created drawings inspired by the Second Vatican Council. The exhibition was held at the Roth Center in Newbury St., Boston, and featured a collection of drawings that captured the spirit of the council and its impact on the church.

The second clipping is from "The Times" newspaper, dated April 1, 1969. It features an article titled "Beverly College Club To Hear Art Professor" by Mervin Jules. The article announces an upcoming lecture by Mervin Jules, a professor of art at Beverly College, who will speak on the topic of "How To Draw and Paint." The lecture is part of a series of events organized by the college's art club.

The third clipping is from "The Union" newspaper, dated April 18, 1969. It features an article titled "Smith College Show April 23 Features Contemporary Art" by Springfield, Mass. The article announces an upcoming art exhibition at Smith College, which will feature contemporary art by various artists, including Rico Lefman, Andrew Wyeth, and others. The exhibition will run from April 26 to May 1.

The fourth clipping is from "The Times" newspaper, dated April 1, 1969. It features an article titled "Beverly College Club To Hear Art Professor" by Mervin Jules. The article announces an upcoming lecture by Mervin Jules, a professor of art at Beverly College, who will speak on the topic of "How To Draw and Paint." The lecture is part of a series of events organized by the college's art club.

The fifth clipping is from "The Times" newspaper, dated April 1, 1969. It features an article titled "Beverly College Club To Hear Art Professor" by Mervin Jules. The article announces an upcoming lecture by Mervin Jules, a professor of art at Beverly College, who will speak on the topic of "How To Draw and Paint." The lecture is part of a series of events organized by the college's art club.

The scrapbook page also includes a small photograph of Mervin Jules, who is wearing glasses and a suit. The photograph is placed in the bottom right corner of the page.

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The image shows an open book with newspaper clippings pasted on its pages. The clippings appear to be from the 1960s, as indicated by the dates on the clippings. The book is titled "The Pilot" and is published by the Boston Weekly. The clippings cover various topics, including art exhibitions, historical events, and cultural news. One clipping features an article about artist Frederick Franck's drawings from the Vatican Council II. Another clipping highlights an exhibition of Val-Marin Jules' art at the Boston Museum of Modern Art. The clippings also include a photograph of Jules, who is described as a renowned artist and educator. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to art, history, and culture from the 1960s.

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The image shows an open newspaper or magazine page from the Boston Pilot, dated March 30, 1968. The page features several articles and sections, including:

  1. Headline Article: The main article is titled "Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II" by Celia T. Hubbard. It discusses an exhibition of drawings by artist Frederick Frank, who documented the second session of the Vatican Council II. The article highlights the artist's unique perspective on the council, noting his sensitivity and the diverse themes depicted in his work, such as racial equality, poverty, and the role of women.

  2. Other News Sections:

    • Beverly College Club: A section titled "To Hear Art Professor" mentions an event at Beverly College Club, featuring a talk by Professor Marvin Jules. The article provides details about Jules' background, including his education and notable achievements, such as winning awards for his graphic art.
    • Smith College Show: A brief article titled "Smith College Show April 23 Features Contemporary Art" announces an upcoming exhibition at Smith College, featuring contemporary art works by various artists. The article lists some of the featured artists and provides event details, such as dates and times.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • On the right side of the page, there is a photograph of Marvin Jules, the art professor mentioned in the Beverly College Club section. The photo shows him wearing glasses and a suit, with a neutral expression.
    • The layout includes multiple columns of text, typical of newspaper design, with headlines, bylines, and subheadings clearly marked.
  4. Publication Details:

    • The top of the page includes the newspaper's header: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., with the publication name Boston Pilot, volume and issue number (Vol. 20, No. 16), and the date (March 30, 1968).
    • Additional circulation and subscription information is visible at the top, including the circulation figure (85,877) and the price (Cinc. $0.50).

The overall design and content suggest a mix of cultural, artistic, and academic news, reflecting the interests of the publication's readership in the late 1960s.

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This image features a scrapbook-like collection of newspaper clippings on a beige background. The articles include typewritten text and a printed photograph, which is partially obscured or altered. A black border is seen on the right-hand side. The clippings appear to discuss art-related topics, including various exhibitions, artists, and events. The text mentions Vatican Council II and focuses on Frederick Franck, contemporary art, and art education. Red markings underline or highlight certain portions of the text, suggesting emphasis or annotation.

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This image depicts a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings and articles mounted on a brown paper page. On the left side, a prominent article titled "Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II" is featured with subheadings and body text. Various other articles are neatly arranged on the rest of the page, each with their own headlines and snippets of text, pertaining to different themes likely related to art and cultural events.

Some of the visible article titles include "Beverly College Club To Hear Art Professor" and "Smith College Show April 23 Features Contemporary Art." The edges and corners of the newspaper clippings are distinctly cut and pasted onto the paper. A black border is visible on the right edge of the image, which could be part of the book or album where the page is attached. The paper and clippings appear aged, indicating that these are historical documents or records.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with three newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are news articles dated in 1963.

  1. The largest clipping on the left is titled "Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II" by Celia T. Hubbard. It discusses artist Frederick Franck's documentation of the second Vatican Council through drawings. The article mentions Franck's work being shown in various U.S. cities and his focus on church history and figures of the council.

  2. The clipping on the right is titled "Beverly College Club To Hear Art Prof." It talks about Mervin Jules, an associate professor of art at Smith College and chairman of the department of art. He was scheduled to speak at a meeting of the Beverly College Club. The article highlights his background, exhibitions, and achievements in art, including his work recognized in various museums.

  3. The clipping in the bottom left corner is titled "Smith College Show April 23 Features Contemporary Art." It covers an exhibition organized by the Smith College Museum of Art featuring works by contemporary painters and sculptors such as Jasper Johns, Robert Motherwell, and Mark Tobey. The exhibit was part of the Smith students' Arts Festival and ran from April 23 to May 1.

The scrapbook page is yellowed with age, and there is a handwritten number "115" at the top of the page.

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A scrapbook page set in a black binder. The page is a light tan color with several small newspaper clippings arranged in a collage. The main article at the top left is headlined “Artist Draws Impressions On Vatican Council II” by Celia T. Hubbard. Other clippings around it discuss art events and an art professor (one shows a small portrait photo). The clips are black-and-white, with some pink/red marks around their edges, giving the impression of a mid-20th-century press collage. The overall look is aged, with irregular torn edges.