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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805072

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with two newspaper clippings pasted on the left page. The page is a light brown color, and there is some text visible on the left edge from an adjacent page or the book's binding.

The two clippings are both from "L'INTERNATIONAL PRESE" and have handwritten annotations. The first clipping, located on the left, is titled "Graf van koning Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" (The tomb of King Gyges discovered in Turkey) and is dated "10.XI.1959." The text below the title appears to be in Dutch, and the clipping is marked with the letter "A" in red.

The second clipping, located on the right, is titled "Werken van Toulouse-Lautrec" (Works of Toulouse-Lautrec) and is dated "11.XI.1959." This text also appears to be in Dutch. The clipping is marked with the letter "B" in red.

Both clippings seem to be related to significant historical and cultural discoveries or events, and the annotations may indicate their importance or help in organizing the information.

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The image shows a page from a collection of newspaper clippings, specifically from the "Gazet van Antwerpen" (Antwerp Gazette). The clippings are pasted onto a piece of yellowed paper, which is part of an old archive or scrapbook.

Here are the details of the two newspaper articles:

  1. The first clipping on the left is titled "Graf van koning Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" (The Grave of King Gyges Discovered in Turkey). The date of the clipping is marked as 10. XI. 1959 (November 10, 1959). The article discusses the discovery of an archaeological find in Turkey, specifically mentioning an ancient tomb belonging to the Lydian dynasty, believed to be that of King Gyges.

  2. The second clipping on the right is titled "Werken van Louloose-Lautrec" (Works of Louloose-Lautrec). The date noted is 10. XI. 1959 (November 10, 1959), but the clipping itself is from a different newspaper, the "Gazet van Antwerpen". It mentions an exhibition of paintings by the artist Lautrec (Louise-Lautrec), focusing on her works from the 19th century. The article notes that these paintings were part of a collection that had been shown in New York.

The clippings include handwritten notes and annotations, indicating that they were likely collected for further study or archival purposes. The text is in Dutch. The clippings are marked with labels indicating they are cutouts from the newspapers.

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The image shows an open page from what appears to be a scrapbook or clipping book, containing press cuttings from newspapers. The page is titled "Art" and has two main sections with newspaper clippings:

  1. The left section contains a clipping from "Gazet van Antwerpen" dated November 10, 1959. The headline reads "Graf van koning Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" which translates to "Tomb of King Gyges discovered in Turkey." The article describes an American archaeological expedition led by Dr. George M. A. Hanfmann and Dr. Cornell. It mentions the discovery of a tomb in Turkey, believed to be that of King Gyges, who ruled over the Lydian Dynasty, and the excavation details.

  2. The right section contains a clipping from the same newspaper, "Gazet van Antwerpen," dated November 11, 1959. The headline reads "Werken van Louloose-Lautrec" which translates to "Works of Louloose-Lautrec." The article discusses an exhibition of paintings by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec that were being held in New York. It mentions a collection of 190 works by Lautrec, including a portrait of Agnes Morgenthaler, and the importance of these works in the history of art.

Both clippings are marked with the label "OUTTING" and are organized under the heading "Coupeures de presse du monde entier" and "Kranten uit de gehele wereld," indicating that they are international press clippings. The page also has a section labeled "National Press" with additional clippings at the top. The page is dated 1959 and the clippings are from the newspaper dated November 10 and 11, 1959.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or scrapbook, specifically from a publication titled "Gazet van Antwerpen" dated November 10, 1959. The page contains two cut-out articles, each labeled with a small sticker.

  1. The first article, labeled "Graf van koning Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" (Translation: "Tomb of King Gyges discovered in Turkey"), discusses the discovery of the tomb of King Gyges, a historical figure from Lydia, a region in ancient Anatolia (modern-day Turkey). The article mentions that an American archaeological team, led by Professor George M. A. Hanfmann from Harvard University, made the discovery. It describes the tomb as containing a sarcophagus and various artifacts, including a gold crown and a golden bowl.

  2. The second article, labeled "Werken van Loulooze-Lautrec" (Translation: "Works of Toulouse-Lautrec"), focuses on an exhibition of paintings by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It notes that a significant collection of Lautrec's works was being displayed in New York. The article highlights that this collection includes some of Lautrec's most famous pieces, such as "Au Moulin Rouge" and "La Goulue."

Both articles are clipped from the newspaper and placed on a larger page, possibly for reference or preservation purposes. The edges of the newspaper page are brownish, suggesting that it might be an older or preserved document. There are also some faint prints of other articles visible on the left and bottom edges of the page.

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The image depicts two press clippings from newspapers, mounted on a display board, likely part of an art exhibition section.

  1. Left Clipping:

    • Newspaper: De Tijd / De Maasbode
    • Date: October 31, 1936
    • Title: "Graf van koning Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" (Tomb of King Gyges discovered in Turkey)
    • Content: The article reports on an American archaeological discovery in Turkey. According to the Cornell Expedition, the tomb of King Gyges, a historical ruler from ancient Lydia, has been found. The discovery is significant as it confirms historical accounts from Greek historian Herodotus. The tomb's dimensions are described as massive, with a diameter of 200 feet and a height of 150 feet, and it was found near the ancient city of Sardis.
  2. Right Clipping:

    • Newspaper: Het Vaderland
    • Date: November 1, 1936
    • Title: "Werken van Toulouse-Lautrec" (Works of Toulouse-Lautrec)
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition of works by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, which includes several paintings and a significant number of posters. Specifically, it mentions that 106 posters will be shown, which is noted to be the largest collection ever exhibited. The exhibition is held at the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam.

Both clippings are presented with their headlines and some content in Dutch, focusing on significant cultural and historical discoveries and events. The board itself seems to be part of an art or history exhibit.

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The image shows an open page from a book or catalog, likely related to art exhibitions or collections. The page contains two small, pasted cutouts, each with a description of an artwork and its provenance.

  1. Left Cutout:

    • Title: "Graf van koning Gyges" (Count of King Gyges)
    • Artist: Unknown
    • Description: The artwork is described as a drawing discovered in Turkey. The text mentions that it is an American painting from the 19th century, which was acquired by the artist Corneille during his travels in Turkey. The drawing is said to depict a scene from the story of King Gyges. It is noted that the drawing was purchased by the artist for 200 francs in 1937 and is now part of a private collection.
  2. Right Cutout:

    • Title: "Werken van Loulouce-Lautrec" (Works of Loulouce-Lautrec)
    • Artist: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
    • Description: The text mentions that these are paintings by the French painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, which were sold in New York in 1950. The works are described as being part of a private collection and are noted for their artistic value.

Both cutouts include handwritten dates and numbers, possibly indicating when they were added to the catalog or book. The page itself is aged, with a yellowish tint, suggesting it is from an older publication. The spine of the book is visible on the left side, showing part of the title and some text related to art exhibitions or collections.

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This is an image of an open book or scrapbook page with pasted newspaper clippings on the top left and top right sides. The rest of the page appears to be blank. The clippings contain text and seem to be in Dutch. They're likely from a publication called "Gazet van Antwerpen," as seen on the top of each clipping. The dates and reference numbers written on them suggest they may have been collected or cataloged at some point.

The left clipping has a headline that translates to "Tomb of King Gyges discovered in Turkey," while the right clipping appears to mention "Works of Lautrec," possibly referring to art by the famous French painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. There are handwritten notes and stamps on the clippings suggesting they have been archived or processed by a library or another institution. The paper appears aged and the book's binding is visible on the right edge, indicating it's an older volume and possibly a personal or institutional collection of articles of interest.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album featuring two small newspaper clippings pasted onto a blank page with an orange-brownish tint. Each clipping has a small paper header with printed text and handwritten annotations in blue and black ink. The clippings appear to be in Dutch and are about historical and art-related topics.

The left clipping discusses the "Graf van koning Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" (Tomb of King Gyges discovered in Turkey) and mentions an American archaeological mission from Harvard and Cornell universities excavating in Turkey. It details the tomb dimensions and location near old Lydia, Sardis.

The right clipping is titled "Werken van Loulouse-Lautrec" (Works of Toulouse-Lautrec) and talks about paintings by the French artist Henri Toulouse-Lautrec being exhibited in New York for his 100th birthday. The work was discovered by Agnes Mongan of Harvard University while researching at Chateau du Bosc, where Toulouse-Lautrec spent his youth.

Both clippings show some red marks and stamps indicating dates and places of origin, specifically from Antwerp, along with handwritten dates and numerical notations. The scrapbook page overall has a vintage look and feel.

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The image shows an open book with two pages displaying some text. The text is written in a foreign language, possibly Dutch. The pages have some clippings attached to them, with some text written on them. The clippings have some text written in black and red fonts. The book has a brown cover with some text written on it. The book is placed on a white surface.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages, each containing a printed newspaper clipping or excerpt. The pages are part of a larger collection, likely an archive or scrapbook, as indicated by the handwritten notes and stamps on the pages.

Details of the Left Page:

  • Title: "Graf Gyges ontdekt in Turkije" (translated: "King Gyges discovered in Turkey").
  • Source: "Coupure de presse du monde entier" (translated: "Press clipping from the whole world").
  • Publication: "Antwerpen" (Antwerp), dated "10 XI 1938."
  • Content: The article discusses the discovery of King Gyges, a ruler from the Luwian dynasty in Turkey. It mentions that the discovery was made by Professor George Arthur Plimpton of Harvard University. The article describes the tomb as containing a large, solid gold crown and other artifacts, including a gold sarcophagus. The discovery was made near Sardis.

Details of the Right Page:

  • Title: "Werken van Louloose-Lautree" (translated: "Works of Louloose-Lautree").
  • Source: "Coupure de presse du monde entier" (Press clipping from the whole world).
  • Publication: "Antwerpen," dated "11 XI 1938."
  • Content: The article discusses the works of French sculptor Henri Louloose-Lautree. It mentions that he was a student of the renowned sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux and that his works were exhibited at the 1900 Paris World's Fair. The article also notes that Louloose-Lautree was born in New York and died in Paris.

Additional Observations:

  • Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten annotations on both pages, including dates and markings such as "Foss" and "Chignard." These annotations suggest that the pages were part of a curated collection, possibly by an individual interested in historical or archaeological discoveries.
  • Stamps: Each page has a stamp indicating the date and location of the clipping ("Antwerpen" and the respective dates).
  • Condition: The pages appear aged, with a slightly worn and yellowish tone, typical of old printed materials.

Context:

The book appears to be a scrapbook or archive of press clippings, likely collected by someone with an interest in historical discoveries, archaeology, or art. The inclusion of both archaeological news (King Gyges) and artistic news (Louloose-Lautree) suggests a broad interest in cultural and historical events from the early 20th century. The handwritten notes and stamps indicate active engagement with the material, possibly for research or personal interest.