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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805082

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, likely from an art-related publication or section. Here is a detailed summary of the visible content:

  1. Top Clipping (Spanish)

    • Title: "El Mundo Deportivo"
    • Subtitle: "Barcelona"
    • Date: December 8, 1954
    • The article is in Spanish and discusses an art exhibition featuring Joan Miró.
  2. Left Clipping (English)

    • Title: "The Galleries"
    • Subtitle: "Handsome Trio"
    • The article is from the New-England Newspaper Union, Inc., and is dated December 5, 1954.
    • It discusses an art exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, featuring a trio of artists. The article mentions a collector named Norbert Schimmel and highlights a piece called "Beauty of Ancient Art."
  3. Right Clipping (Spanish)

    • Title: "Arte"
    • Subtitle: "Expo I-Jones de la Semana: Joan Miró, en tres galerías barcelonesas; Obras Maestras de la Pintura Antigua, en Sala Parés y Otras Exposiciones"
    • The article is from a publication called "Hoje en Día" and is dated December 9, 1954.
    • It discusses an international art competition called "El Primer Concurso Internacional 'El Deporte en las Bellas Artes'," organized by the National Delegation of Physical Education and Sports.
  4. Bottom Clipping (English)

    • Title: "Art of Primitive Peoples Gain Recognition"
    • The article discusses the growing recognition of primitive art, mentioning a recent exhibition at the Museum of Primitive Art in New York.

The clippings are arranged in a scrapbook or album, suggesting they were collected for their relevance to art exhibitions and reviews. The articles cover various art-related topics, including exhibitions, competitions, and the recognition of different art forms.

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The image shows an open book or magazine with two visible pages. The left page features an article titled "The Galleries: Handsome Triumvirate" by Jane Kay. The article discusses an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on a display of 25 items from the Norbert Schimmel collection. The review mentions specific pieces, including a limestone relief from the First Dynasty, a marble head from the Early Archaic period, and a black-figure vase. The article praises the curation and the quality of the artworks, highlighting the museum's role in providing a comprehensive view of ancient art.

The right page is from a different publication, written in Spanish. It features an article about an art exhibition at the Museo Deportivo in Barcelona, focusing on works by the artist Joan Miró. The text describes several of Miró’s ceramic works, including "El Carnerol i la Dona" and "La Dona i l'Ocell," and mentions an upcoming international competition for physical education and sports. There are also announcements about other cultural events and exhibitions taking place in Barcelona.

The pages are slightly discolored, indicating age, and there are some handwritten notes and markings on the right page.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from the 1960s or 1970s. The primary focus appears to be on art exhibitions and cultural events.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • The clipping is from the New England News-Lip Service dated June 6, 1969.
    • The article is titled "The Galleries: Handsome Tribes."
    • It describes a royal procession in the Norbert Schimmel collection at the Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, focusing on ancient Egyptian artifacts and their historical significance.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • The clipping is from "Al Mundo Deportivo" dated an unknown day, but it is in Spanish.
    • The headline reads: "Expo Iciones de la Semana: Joan Miró, en tres galerías barcelonesas."
    • It discusses the exhibition of Joan Miró’s works in Barcelona, highlighting masterpieces of painting, ceramics, and sculptures in various galleries. It mentions an international competition for "El Deporte en las Bellas Artes" organized by the Delegación Nacional de Educación Física y Deportes.
  3. Bottom Left Section:

    • This article is titled "A Royal Procession" and is from the same New England News-Lip Service dated June 6, 1969.
    • It elaborates on the beauty of ancient Egyptian art, describing the objects like vases, and their significance in the Norbert Schimmel collection. It also mentions the detailed and intricate artwork and the historical context of the pieces.
  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • This section includes a variety of smaller articles and ads:
      • One mentions "Exposición Internacional del Deporte en las Bellas Artes" and its organization by the Delegación Nacional de Educación Física y Deportes.
      • There is a mention of "Hijas Balcells" and their activities.
      • An advertisement for an art museum figure die in Cambridge, D.C., including details about the museum's history and the significance of the exhibit.

The overall theme of these clippings is centered around art exhibitions, ancient artifacts, and cultural and educational events related to sports and the arts.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings and articles from the 1960s, featuring art and cultural news.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "The Galleries: Handsome Tribes"
    • Content: This article, written by Jane Kay, discusses an art exhibition titled "A Royal Procession" at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. The exhibition showcases 25 pieces from the Norbert Schimmel collection, including ancient artifacts and artworks from various cultures and time periods. The description highlights a variety of objects, such as Egyptian and Greek artifacts, and mentions the diversity and beauty of the collection.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Exposiciones de la Semana"
    • Content: This article is from "Al Mundo Deportivo," a Barcelona-based newspaper. It lists several exhibitions happening in Barcelona, including works by Joan Miró in three galleries, an exhibition of ancient artworks in Sala Parés, and an international sports art competition organized by the National Delegation of Physical Education and Sports.
  3. Middle Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Handsome Tribes"
    • Content: This appears to be a continuation or another segment of the "The Galleries" article, providing additional details on the ancient artifacts and their historical and cultural significance. The piece emphasizes the quality and historical depth of the collection, discussing specific artifacts and their artistic value.
  4. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Content: This clipping is from "Al Mundo Deportivo" as well, detailing the international sports art competition "El Deporte en las Bellas Artes." It mentions the inclusion of various artworks related to sports and physical education, and highlights the participation of different artists and galleries.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "ART-MUSEUM FIGURE DIED"
    • Content: This is a brief article from the New York Times, dated 1964, reporting the death of a figure named George B. Noyes, who was associated with the Fogg Museum at Harvard. The article provides a brief biography and mentions his significant contributions to the museum.

Overall, these clippings cover a range of art exhibitions and cultural events, including both historical and contemporary artworks, and notable figures in the art world.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles from various sources, primarily focusing on art exhibitions and related news.

  1. Top Left (Newspaper Clipping - English)

    • Headline: "The Galleries"
    • Article Title: "Handsome Triumvirate"
    • Subheading: "A Royal Procession"
    • Content: The article by Jane Kay discusses the "Beauty of Ancient Art" exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. It highlights a group of 25 limestone pieces from the Norbert Schimmel collection, including a notable piece called "Beauty." The article also describes a procession of Greek vases, a "modern" tomb of a child, and a piece of art by the artist Tel el Amarna. The article is rich in descriptive details of the artwork and the museum's exhibits.
  2. Top Right (Newspaper Clipping - Spanish)

    • Headline: "El Mundo Deportivo" from Barcelona
    • Article Title: "EXPO ICONS OF THE WEEK"
    • Content: This article discusses Joan Miró's ceramic works on display in several galleries in Barcelona. It mentions an upcoming international exhibition titled "El Deporte en las Bellas Artes" (Sports in the Fine Arts), organized by the National Delegation of Physical Education and Sports. The article highlights Miró's work and its significance within the context of the exhibition.
  3. Middle Right (Newspaper Clipping - Spanish)

    • Headline: "OBRA MAESTRA DE PINTURA EN LA SALA PARES"
    • Content: This piece focuses on the exhibition of masterpieces in the Sala Parés. It describes the works of Joan Miró and other artists, emphasizing the unique and artistic quality of the pieces. The article also touches on the broader context of the exhibition, including the involvement of the National Delegation of Physical Education and Sports.
  4. Bottom Left (Newspaper Clipping - English)

    • Headline: "ART-MUSEUM FIGURE DIE IN CAMBRIDGE"
    • Content: This brief article mentions the death of Douglas E. Allen, a former director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, who died in Providence, Rhode Island.

The clippings are dated from the early 1960s, with the articles providing a snapshot of art exhibitions and cultural events from that period. The articles are from both English and Spanish newspapers, indicating an international perspective on art and culture.

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The image is a page from the newspaper "El Mundo Deportivo" published in Barcelona. The layout includes several sections and articles, both in Spanish and English.

Left Side (English Section):

Headline: Handsome Tri

  1. Article: A Royal Procession

    • Author: Jane Kay
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum featuring a 15th-century Flemish tapestry. This tapestry, depicting a royal procession, is part of the Norbert Schimmel collection. The author delves into the historical and artistic significance of the tapestry, describing its intricate details and the story it tells about the period's culture and society.
  2. Ramp Classic is Thou Art

    • Content: This part mentions Greek vases, specifically black-figure and red-figure styles, and their importance in the history of art. The text highlights the Fogg Museum's exhibition featuring these ancient artifacts and their influence on understanding Greek painting remains.

Right Side (Spanish Section):

Headline: Expo y Liones de la Semana (Exhibitions and Events of the Week)

  1. Joan Miró Exhibitions:

    • Locations: Antiga, en Sala Parés, and Otras Exposiciones.
    • Content: The article describes various exhibitions featuring the works of Joan Miró, a prominent Catalan painter. It highlights three different galleries in Barcelona showcasing his art.
  2. V International Congress "Art, Deporte en las Bellas Artes":

    • Organization: Delegación Nacional de Educación Física y Deportes.
    • Content: This section announces an international congress focused on the intersection of art and sports in fine arts. It mentions the event's organization, the themes it will cover, and its significance. The article also lists notable attendees and the topics of discussion, including various forms of art depicting sports.
  3. Obras Maestras de la Pintura en Sala Pares:

    • Content: It describes the masterpieces on display at Sala Pares, focusing on the historical importance and artistic value of the exhibited works.
  4. Continuación Exposición Internacional de Filatelia:

    • Content: Information about the continuation of an international philately (stamp collecting) exhibition, detailing the participants and the significance of the event.

General Features:

  • Advertisements:
    • Bottom right: An advertisement for a figure from Cambridgeshire, likely a collectible or art piece, priced at 66,819 (currency not specified).
    • Left side: An advertisement for a company named New England Newspaper Advertising Inc.

The page combines detailed articles on art exhibitions and cultural events with promotional content, providing a broad perspective on the cultural landscape.

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This image shows an open scrapbook with various newspaper clippings pasted onto its pages. The left page of the scrapbook has a dusty pink color and features an article titled "The Galleries" with the subheading "Handsome Trio" along with a black and white photograph illustrating the content. The date "DEC. 1951" is stamped near the bottom corner of the page.

The right page has a more yellowed tone and is filled with several clippings in Spanish, which suggest a focus on art and, possibly, sports. The largest section is headed with "ARTE" and discusses Joan Miró's exhibitions in Barcelona, as indicated by the text "Joan Miró, en tres galerías barcelonesas." There are additional articles and notices about exhibitions and art-related content with references to locations such as Barcelona. One of the clippings contains a rough sketch or a small abstract drawing. At the top of this page, there's a small cutout from "El Mundo Deportivo" (The Sporting World), suggesting a reference to a sports newspaper from Barcelona.

In the upper right corner of the right page, handwriting in blue ink indicates the year "1951." It seems the scrapbook is used to compile news on themes of personal interest to the creator, potentially with a focus on art and culture from the mid-20th century.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with multiple clippings of newspaper and magazine articles arranged and pasted on it. The clippings vary in size and language; some are in English and others in Spanish.

  • On the left, there is a large English article titled "Handsome Tri..." from "The Galleries" section. It features a photograph of a limestone relief showing horses and riders, described as part of the Norbert Schimmel collection now on view at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.
  • In the center and right parts of the page, there are several Spanish clippings. One prominent article is titled "EXPOSICIONES DE LA SEMANA" from "El Mundo Deportivo," a Barcelona publication. The article discusses exhibitions, including works by Joan Miró displayed in three Barcelona galleries and other artistic exhibitions related to classical painting and sports in fine arts. There is a black and white illustration or ceramic artwork by Joan Miró included in this article.
  • There are various stamps and markings on some clippings, like date stamps (e.g., 21 OCT 1964) and circulation marks.
  • Another small clipping near the bottom right mentions the death of "Ray Gilman," a former director of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the page is a collage of art and museum-related articles from the mid-20th century, focusing on art exhibitions, museum collections, and related cultural news.

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The image shows an open book with multiple pages displaying various articles and advertisements. The top left corner has a label from the "New England News Service Agency, Inc." The pages feature a mix of Spanish and English text. One article titled "Arte" discusses an exhibition featuring Joan Miró's work, along with other art exhibitions. Another article titled "A Royal Procession" describes a limestone relief from the Ancient Egyptian collection at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The articles are accompanied by photographs, including images of art pieces and advertisements for various products and services.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page is from a publication titled "The Galleries", featuring an article titled "Handsome Tri" by Jane Rhys. The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, highlighting a limestone relief depicting a "Royal Procession" from ancient Egypt. The text describes the piece as part of the Norbert Schimmel collection, showcasing a scene with figures, including a woman and children, and mentions the intricate craftsmanship and historical significance of the artifact. The article also references other items in the exhibition, such as jewelry, vases, and other ancient artifacts, emphasizing their beauty and cultural importance.

The right page is a newspaper clipping from "El Mundo Deportivo", dated Barcelona, featuring an article about an art exhibition titled "EXPO JONES DE LA SEMANA". The exhibition includes works by Joan Miró, described as one of the most significant galleries of the 20th century. The article highlights Miró's unique style and the impact of his art, noting his participation in an international competition organized by the National Delegation of Physical and Sports Education. The page includes a small illustration or sketch, presumably representing Miró's work, and text in Spanish discussing the exhibition and its significance.

The overall layout combines an art-focused article from a museum publication with a news report on a contemporary art exhibition, showcasing a blend of historical and modern art contexts. The book appears to be a collection or archive, possibly related to art history or museum studies, given the mix of content and the formal presentation of the pages.