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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing various newspaper clippings and articles. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Title: "Dog Standing, Drawn by Jack Coughlin of the University, Receives E.R. Shone Purchase Award."
    • Content: This article discusses a drawing titled "Dog Standing" by Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor of art at the University of Massachusetts. The drawing received the E.R. Shone Purchase Award for the best drawing. The article mentions that Coughlin's drawing was included in the 1965 Annual Exhibition of Contemporary American Prints at the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences. It also provides details about Coughlin's background and his artistic achievements.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Title: "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues."
    • Content: This article reports on an exhibit of African statues and graphics at Lawrence University. The exhibit includes works by various artists and highlights the cultural significance of the statues.
  3. Middle Left Article:

    • Title: "Extract from The Boston Times."
    • Content: This is a brief extract from The Boston Times, dated February 11, 1965. It provides a quick guide or summary of the day's events or news.
  4. Bottom Right Article:

    • Title: "A Masked Mask of Fantasy Travels on Exhibit Touring the African Statues at the Worcester University."
    • Content: This article discusses an exhibit of African statues and masks at Worcester University. It mentions specific pieces, such as a masked mask of fantasy, and provides details about the exhibit's tour and the cultural significance of the artifacts.

The scrapbook page is neatly organized with the articles pasted onto the pages, and it appears to be a collection of news clippings related to art exhibitions and awards from the mid-1960s.

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The image displays an open scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and photographs. The page is divided into two main sections.

On the left side, there is a prominent photograph of an abstract or expressionist drawing titled "Dog Standing" by Jack Coughlin. Below this photograph, there is a clipping with the headline "Jack Coughlin's Drawing, 'Dog Standing,' Receives Award," which provides details about the artist, Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor of art at the University of Massachusetts, and the award his drawing received. The drawing has been selected for the permanent collection of the Museum of Art at the University of New Mexico.

On the right side, several smaller clippings are visible. One clipping, titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," details an exhibition featuring the work of Jack Coughlin and African statues, to be displayed at the Worcester Art Museum. Another clipping, titled "Quick Guide," appears to list sculptures of the temporary period at the same museum.

Additionally, there is an extract from The Times, dated February 11, 1965, about the international press-cutting bureau. Another photograph at the bottom shows an African mask, titled "Maskhead of a Dog," from the Congo, displayed at the Worcester Art Museum.

The clippings are dated around February 1965 and appear to be related to art exhibitions, awards, and events, with a specific focus on the contributions of Jack Coughlin.

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The image shows a collection of clippings from various newspapers and magazines, arranged in what appears to be a scrapbook or a file.

  1. Left Section:

    • Top Clipping: This clipping is from the New York Herald Tribune dated February 4, 1965. It features a drawing titled "Dog Standing" by Jack Coughlin from the University of Massachusetts. The drawing received the E.K. Stone Purchase Award.
    • The accompanying text describes how Jack Coughlin's artwork has been recognized and will be included in an upcoming exhibition at the Norfolk Museum of Art and Science. Coughlin is also noted for his contributions to drawing and printmaking courses at the University of Massachusetts.
  2. Center Clipping:

    • Middle Section: There is a small clipping from the International Press-Cutting Bureau dated February 11, 1965. It includes a brief mention of the "Quick Guide" and lists some names and institutions related to a specific event or awards, likely in the arts.
  3. Right Section:

    • Top Clipping: This is an article from the Western Press Clipping Exchange, mentioning a "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues." It highlights that a renowned artist, Baskin, has a high-profile exhibit at Lawrence University, including African sculptures. The article emphasizes the significance of the exhibit and mentions the artist’s notable achievements.
    • Bottom Clipping: This clipping shows an image of an African statue and is accompanied by a caption describing a mask of Bongo from the African Art Center at Lawrence University. The text mentions that the mask is part of a significant collection and highlights the contributions of the African Art Center in Worcester, Massachusetts.

The overall theme of these clippings revolves around art exhibitions, awards, and notable artworks, focusing on both contemporary American artists and significant African artifacts.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or clipping book, containing various news articles and clippings from newspapers and magazines. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • A black-and-white illustration titled "Dog Standing," drawn by Jack Coughlin of the University of Massachusetts.
    • The accompanying text announces that Jack Coughlin has received the E.K. Stone Purchase Award for his drawing, "Dog Standing."
    • The article notes that Coughlin's drawing will be included in the University's permanent collection at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach, Florida.
    • The drawing is part of a larger exhibition at the University of Massachusetts.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • A clipping from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange" in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
    • The article, titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," mentions an exhibit by Much-Praised Baskin at the Worcester Art Museum.
    • The exhibit features an equal number of African sculptures and graphics, with the African pieces being displayed during a special "African Art" week.
    • The text also includes a mention of a sculpture, "A Manhood Mask of Congo," and other notable African artifacts.
  3. Center Section:

    • A smaller clipping from "The Times," dated February 11, 1965, titled "Quick Guide."
    • The guide outlines the "Important Sculptures of the Tempra Period" at the Worcester Art Museum and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
    • It lists specific sculptures and their locations, providing a brief overview of each.
  4. Bottom Section:

    • Another detailed article from "The Times" dated February 1965.
    • This article describes the "Manhood Mask of Congo" from the African Art collection at the Worcester Art Museum.
    • It mentions the mask's historical significance and its display in the museum, along with other African artifacts.

The overall content focuses on art exhibitions, particularly highlighting works by Jack Coughlin and African artifacts on display at various museums. The articles also provide background on the artists and the historical context of the artworks.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted into a scrapbook or album. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Headline: "Jack Coughlin's Drawing, 'Dog Standing,' Receives Award"
    • Content: The article discusses Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts, who won the E.K. Shone Purchase Award for his drawing titled "Dog Standing." This drawing is part of the permanent collection at the Norfolk Museum of Art and Sciences. The article mentions that Coughlin's work is also part of a traveling exhibition.
  2. Image:

    • A black and white photograph of the drawing "Dog Standing" by Jack Coughlin is included in the clipping.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues"
    • Content: This article is about an exhibit at the Worcester Art Museum featuring African sculptures. It highlights a mask from Congo, which is part of a larger exhibit of African art. The exhibit includes works from various African regions, emphasizing the diversity and richness of African art.
  4. Center Clipping:

    • Headline: "Quick Guide"
    • Source: Extract from "The Times"
    • Content: This clipping is a quick guide to an exhibit titled "Sculptors of the Tempio Period" held at the Courtauld Institute Gallery in London. It lists notable artists and their works featured in the exhibit.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "A Masquerade Mask of Congo"
    • Content: This article provides details about a specific Congo mask displayed at the Worcester Art Museum. It describes the mask's significance and cultural background, and mentions the museum's collection of African art.
  6. General Details:

    • The clippings are from various dates, primarily February 1965, as indicated by the dates on the articles.
    • The scrapbook appears to focus on art exhibitions and awards, particularly those related to African art and contemporary artists.

This collection provides a snapshot of art news and exhibitions from mid-1965, highlighting notable artists and their contributions to the art world.

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The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings, announcements, and articles related to art and exhibitions.

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Title: "Jack Coughlin's Drawing, 'Dog Standing,' Receives Award"
    • Content: The article discusses an award given to Jack Coughlin for his drawing titled "Dog Standing" at the University of Massachusetts. The drawing won the E.K. Strouse Purchase Award. This piece is part of a collection of Coughlin's work that was displayed at various institutions, including Rhode Island School of Design, the University of Missouri, and the Newark Public Library.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Title: "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues"
    • Content: This article highlights an art exhibition in Worcester featuring graphics and African statues. It mentions a display of prints by various artists, including works by Picasso, and an exhibition of African tribal art at the Worcester Art Museum.
  3. Middle Clipping:

    • Extract from The New York Times:
    • Date: February 11, 1965
    • Content: This is a brief extract from The New York Times, mentioning an international press cutting bureau. The exact content of the clipping is not fully visible.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Quick Guide"
    • Content: The "Quick Guide" provides an overview of an art exhibit at the Temple Gallery, showcasing works by various artists, including Agnes Saunders. The exhibition includes paintings, prints, and drawings.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Content: This article discusses an African art exhibit, specifically mentioning a carved wooden mask from the Congo. The piece is part of a collection displayed at the Worcester Art Museum and includes various African artifacts like masks, statues, and ceremonial objects.

Additionally, there are some images included:

  • A large illustration of a dog standing, which is the drawing by Jack Coughlin that received the award.
  • A small photograph of an African statue, likely part of the African art exhibition mentioned in the articles.

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The image shows a scrapbook page featuring multiple newspaper clippings and articles from the 1960s.

On the left side, there is an article titled "Jack Coughlin's Drawing, 'Dog Standing,' Receives Award," accompanied by an illustration of a dog in a standing pose. The article discusses Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor of art at the University of Massachusetts, who has been awarded the E.K. Sloane Purchase Award for his drawing "Dog Standing." It provides some background on Coughlin’s career and accolades.

In the center and slightly to the right, there are smaller clippings, including one labeled "Extract from The Times" dated 11th February 1965, and a "Quick Guide" discussing Japanese sculpture of the Tempo period, including masks and image-making.

On the far right, there is a vertically aligned article titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," which highlights an exhibit at Lawrence University featuring African sculptures and a mask from the Batshioko tribe in the Congo. The article mentions various museums where these African artifacts have been shown, including locations in the U.S., Europe, and Africa, and briefly discusses the exhibit’s significance.

All items are glued to a slightly yellowed, aged page, suggesting the scrapbook is a collection of artistic and cultural press clippings from the mid-1960s.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or journal with several newspaper clippings adhered to the pages. The left page prominently features an article with a headline, "Jack Coughlin's Drawing, 'Dog Standing,' Receives Award." Beneath the headline is a reproduced image of the referred drawing, which appears to be in a loose, sketchy style depicting a dog. The text discusses Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor at that time, who received an award for this drawing.

There are other clipped articles and snippets visible in the image as well. On the right page, an excerpt from a different publication can be seen with the title "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," referring to an exhibition that took place at Lawrence University. An additional clipping, titled "Quick Guide," is dated "11 FEB 1965" from the 'International Press-Cutting Bureau.'

At the bottom right corner, there's a small excerpt detailing "A Manhood Mask of Batschooto tribe in the Congo" currently on display at that time.

Finally, there are various other small clippings and parts of articles, but they are either cut off or not fully readable in the image. The content suggests a focus on the art scene, including exhibitions, awards, and notable artwork. The scrapbook is lying on a gray surface, and the edges of the pages have a tanned, slightly worn look, indicating they may be from an older publication or have aged over time.

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The image depicts an open book or scrapbook page filled with a collection of newspaper clippings and related materials. The page is dated February 11, 1965, as indicated by a handwritten note at the bottom right corner. The content appears to focus on an artist named Jack Coughlin, whose drawing titled "Dog Standing" has received recognition.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Main Article (Left Side):

    • The central article is titled "Jack Coughlin’s Drawing, ‘Dog Standing,’ Receives Award".
    • It highlights that Jack Coughlin, an artist and assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts, was awarded the E.K. Shreve Purchase Award for his drawing "Dog Standing."
    • The article mentions that the drawing was included in the Small American Drawing Exhibition at the Norfolk Museum of Art and was later added to the museum’s permanent collection.
    • The drawing was also part of an exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution and was reviewed by Henry K. Shreve in The Boston Globe.
  2. Visual Elements:

    • An illustration of a dog is prominently displayed above the article, likely representing the subject of Coughlin’s award-winning drawing.
    • The illustration is labeled "DOG STANDING, drawn by Jack Coughlin of the University, receives E.K. Shreve Purchase Award."
  3. Additional Clippings (Right Side):

    • Several smaller newspaper clippings are attached to the right side of the page, each with its own headline and content.
    • One clipping is titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues", mentioning an exhibition featuring African art and graphics.
    • Another clipping discusses a "Maskbook Mask of Congo", highlighting an artifact displayed at the Lawrence Art Center.
    • There is also a "Quick Guide" section at the bottom right, which appears to be a printed insert or note, possibly related to an exhibition or event.
  4. Annotations and Labels:

    • Handwritten notes and labels are visible throughout the page, such as "WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE" and "INTERNATIONAL PRESS-CUTTING BUREAU", indicating that these clippings were collected and organized for archival or research purposes.
    • A note at the top left references the New England Newspaper Agency, suggesting the source of the clippings.
  5. Design and Layout:

    • The page has a brown, aged appearance, typical of old newspapers or archival materials.
    • The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard but organized manner, with some overlapping or layered sections.
    • The overall layout suggests this is part of a scrapbook or archival collection, possibly maintained by an institution or individual interested in art, exhibitions, or press coverage.

Summary:

The image showcases a curated page from a scrapbook or archive, focusing on the recognition of artist Jack Coughlin for his drawing "Dog Standing." The page includes a main article detailing the award, accompanied by visual illustrations and additional clippings about art exhibitions, African artifacts, and related cultural events. The annotations and labels indicate that this collection was systematically gathered and preserved, likely for historical or research purposes.

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A scrapbook containing clippings of newspaper articles and drawings is open to a page with a drawing of a dog standing on the left and a newspaper clipping on the right. The drawing is titled "Dog Standing" and was created by Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor of art at the University of Massachusetts. The newspaper clipping is titled "Jack Coughlin's Drawing, 'Dog Standing,' Receives Award" and discusses the award that Coughlin received for his drawing. The scrapbook also contains other clippings and drawings related to art and exhibitions.