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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805220

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a collection of newspaper clippings or a scrapbook. The page contains several cutout articles and images, likely related to art and cultural events. Here are the details of the articles displayed:

  1. Top Left Corner (July 22, 1966):

    • Title: "Edna Hibel to Display Work at North Truro"
    • This article discusses Edna Hibel, a prominent Boston artist, who is to have a one-man show of her paintings and drawings at the North Truro Art Gallery. The article includes details about her background and the reception of her work.
  2. Top Center (Sept 21, 1966):

    • Title: "David Smith sculpture at Fogg"
    • This article announces a retrospective exhibit of David Smith's sculptures at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard. It mentions the dates of the exhibit and provides a brief overview of Smith's career and works.
  3. Top Right Corner (Sept 21, 1966):

    • Title: "Der Harootian to Speak for Boston NAASR Oct. 7"
    • This article announces a lecture by Der Harootian, a sculptor and painter, for the Greater Boston Chapter of the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research. The lecture is scheduled for October 7.

The articles are affixed to a light-colored page, possibly a notebook or a scrapbook page, with some visible staple marks. The images and text are slightly faded, suggesting the age of the materials.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a page. The clippings are from various newspapers and are dated between July and September 1966. The clippings cover different topics related to art exhibitions and events:

  1. The top left clipping is from the "Cape Cod Standard Times" and announces that Edna Hibel will be displaying her work at the North Truro Art Gallery beginning on July 25, 1966. It mentions her prominence as a Boston artist and her upcoming one-man show.

  2. The top right clipping is from the "Armenian Mirror-Spectator" and mentions an event where Der Harootian will speak at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University on October 7, 1966. It includes details about the event and the people involved in organizing it.

  3. The bottom right clipping is from the "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." and discusses a retrospective exhibit of David Smith's sculpture at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard. The exhibit will open on September 28, 1966, and will continue through November 15, 1966. It includes details about the sculptures and Smith's career.

There are also some other clippings and notes attached to the page, including one in Spanish and another with a date of September 21, 1966. The overall theme of the page seems to be art-related events and exhibitions in the Boston area during the late 1960s.

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This image shows a collection of aged, yellowed newspaper clippings and articles, carefully mounted onto the pages of a large, brown scrapbook. The clippings are from various newspapers and cover events and personalities in the art and cultural scenes, primarily centered in Boston and its surroundings, dated from 1966 to 1968.

Key Articles and Content:

  1. Main Article: "Edna Hibel to Display Work at North Truro" (July 22, 1966)

    • This is the largest and most prominent article on the left-hand page.
    • It announces a one-woman show for Boston artist Edna Hibel at the North Truro Art Gallery.
    • The article highlights her international acclaim, including her work being shown in museums like the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and mentions her recent purchase by the Boston Museum. It notes she is "the youngest artist to have a painting purchased" by the institution.
    • It describes her as an "impressionist" and a "mother of three boys" who has played a leading role in New England art, founding the famous Boston Arts Festival.
    • The article includes a small advertisement for "Cape Cod Standard Times (e) HYANNIS, Mass. Circ. 22,802".
  2. Article: "David Smith sculpture at Fogg" (September 28, 1966)

    • Located on the right-hand page, this article announces a retrospective exhibit of sculptor David Smith's work (1906-1965) at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard, running from September 28 through November 7.
    • It mentions the exhibit includes twenty-three pieces from 1933 to 1965 and that Smith had a five-year painting training before turning to sculpture in 1933. It notes his knowledge of forging and welding from his time at the Studebaker plant and his work as a welder during WWII.
    • The article states he was killed in an automobile accident the previous year.
    • Accompanying the article is a photograph of one of Smith's abstract, angular metal sculptures set against a backdrop of trees.
  3. Article: "Der Harootian to Speak for Boston NAASR Oct. 7" (September 24, 1966)

    • Found on the left-hand page, below the Edna Hibel article.
    • It announces that sculptor and painter Kero Der Harootian will give a lecture for the New England Chapter of the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) at the Fogg Art Museum on October 7.
    • The agenda for the year is being prepared by a new executive committee.
  4. Smaller Clippings and Annotations:

    • There is a smaller clipping in the center, titled "Viene de la 1ª página," which references a list of galleries including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, likely from a Spanish-language publication.
    • A small clipping from the "Armenian Mirror-Spectator" of Watertown, Mass., dated September 24, 1966, is also visible.
    • A clipping from "The Boston Globe" is partially visible at the top, dated "SEP 27 1966".
    • Several handwritten or typed dates, such as "SEP 28 1966," are written on or near the clippings.

Overall Context:

The scrapbook appears to be a curated collection of press clippings, likely assembled by a museum, gallery, or an individual interested in the art scene of New England in the mid-1960s. The clippings document exhibitions, artist biographies, and cultural events. The presence of articles about Edna Hibel, a local favorite, and David Smith, a nationally significant artist, alongside a lecture by Kero Der Harootian for a specific cultural organization, suggests an interest in both local talent and broader art world figures. The aged paper, faded ink, and hand-written annotations lend the scrapbook a historical and personal feel.

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The image shows a page of a scrapbook with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are from various newspapers and magazines, and they are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner. The clippings are about different artists and their works, including Edna Hibel, David Smith, and Der Harootian. The clippings have different fonts, sizes, and colors, and some of them have been cut in half. The page also has a few handwritten notes and annotations.

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The image shows a close-up of a page from a newspaper or magazine. The page features several articles, clippings, and advertisements. The articles cover various topics, including art exhibitions, museum events, and local news. The clippings include images and text related to the articles. The advertisements are for various products and services, such as a museum membership and a newspaper subscription. The page has a vintage look, with a slightly faded and worn appearance.

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The image depicts an open newspaper or magazine spread featuring several articles and a photograph. Here is a detailed description:

Overall Layout

  • The image shows two pages of a newspaper or magazine, with the left page predominantly filled with text and the right page containing both text and an embedded photograph.
  • The pages appear slightly worn, with visible creases, smudges, and some discoloration, suggesting age or handling.

Left Page

  • Headline: The most prominent article on the left page is titled "Edna Hibel to Display Work at North Truro", dated July 22, 1968.
  • Content: The article discusses the artist Edna Hibel, highlighting her upcoming exhibition at the North Truro Art Gallery. It mentions her background, achievements, and the significance of her work, which includes paintings and illustrations. The text is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with columns of dense text and some subheadings.
  • Additional Articles: Below the main article, there are smaller headlines and snippets of other news items, such as:
    • "Armenise WaterTown, Mass. Weekly Circ. 3,000" (likely a local newspaper title).
    • "Der Harootian to Speak for Oct. 7 NAASR Boston", which appears to be an announcement about a public speaking event.

Right Page

  • Headline: The most prominent article on the right page is titled "David Smith sculpture at Fogg", dated September 21, 1966.
  • Content: This article discusses a retrospective exhibition of David Smith’s sculptures at the Fogg Art Museum in Harvard. It provides details about the exhibition, including the dates (September 28 to November 16), the types of sculptures on display (twenty-three pieces from the 1930s to 1960s), and a brief biography of David Smith, noting his training as a painter and his transition to sculpture. The article also mentions Smith’s death in a car accident the previous year.
  • Photograph: Below the article, there is a black-and-white photograph of a modern abstract sculpture. The sculpture appears to be made of metal and has a geometric, angular design, consistent with David Smith’s style. The photograph is placed within the article layout, integrating visual and textual information.

Visual Elements

  • Text Formatting: The text is typeset in a classic newspaper font, with clear headlines, subheadings, and body text. The layout includes columns and justified alignment, typical of mid-20th-century print media.
  • Photograph: The photograph of the sculpture is centered and occupies a significant portion of the right page. It is sharp and well-composed, showcasing the artwork’s form and texture.
  • Page Condition: The pages show signs of age, with visible creases, slight discoloration, and some smudging, indicating that the document is likely from the 1960s.

Contextual Clues

  • The dates (July 22, 1968, and September 21, 1966) suggest that this is a historical document, likely from a regional or local newspaper.
  • The content focuses on art exhibitions and cultural events, indicating that the publication may have an interest in arts and culture.

Summary

The image captures a spread from a newspaper or magazine featuring articles about two distinct art-related events: an exhibition of Edna Hibel’s work at the North Truro Art Gallery and a retrospective exhibition of David Smith’s sculptures at the Fogg Art Museum. The right page includes a photograph of one of Smith’s abstract metal sculptures, enhancing the visual appeal of the article. The overall presentation reflects mid-20th-century print media design and content.

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This image appears to show a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a scrapbook page or a board. The clippings are of varying sizes and are from different publications as indicated by the various headings and fonts.

Starting from the top left, there is an article with the heading "Edna Hibel to Display Work at North Truro" from a publication dated July 22, with the year not completely visible, though the last digit appears to be a 7. This article discusses an art exhibition.

Below that is a small clipped article in a foreign language titled "Viene de la 1ª página". To the right, there are several English language articles. The most prominent one towards the top right is headed "David Smith sculpture at Fogg". It mentions a retrospective exhibit of David Smith's sculptures at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard, running through November 7th. The date on the clipping says "SEP 2 1966," indicating that it is from September 2, 1966.

Directly below the David Smith article, another small clipping in a foreign language discusses an event, but the text isn't fully visible.

On the lower left, a clipping titled "Armenian Mirror-Spectator" from September mentions a circulation of about 3,000.

The clipping in the bottom middle is different from the rest, featuring a headline in German: "Der Harootian to Speak for Boston NAASR Oct. 7". This article is about an upcoming talk hosted by the New England Chapter of the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research.

Finally, toward the bottom right corner, there is another scrap of an English language newspaper that talks about the David Smith exhibition and mentions its opening on September 18 at the Fogg Art Museum.

The overall impression is that of an artist's or art enthusiast's personal collection of newspaper clippings related to various art exhibits and cultural events, possibly used for reference or inspiration. The exact personal significance of these articles to the owner of the scrapbook or board is not evident from the image alone.

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The image shows a scrapbook or journal page with multiple newspaper clippings affixed to it. The clippings include articles from 1966 discussing various artistic and cultural events. They are arranged neatly on the page, and their content pertains to exhibits, speakers, and sculptural art. There is a mix of text and an accompanying black-and-white photograph depicting a sculpture in one of the articles.

  1. Edna Hibel exhibit: A clipping dated July 22, 1966 announces Edna Hibel's work being displayed in North Truro. It provides information about her recognition and previous exhibits.

  2. David Smith sculpture exhibit: A clipping dated September 21, 1966 highlights a posthumous exhibit of David Smith's sculptures at the Fogg Art Museum. It features a photo of the artist's work alongside details about his career and tragic death.

  3. Der Harootian speech for NAASR: A third clipping dated September 24, 1966 discusses Der Harootian's scheduled speech at the Greater Boston Chapter of the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR).

Additionally, there are handwritten annotations on certain clippings, and the scrapbook background is a muted green.

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A scrapbook page filled with vintage newspaper clippings about art exhibitions in New England from the 1960s.

  • The page is a brown/gray backing with several rectangular clippings arranged in a collage, some slightly overlapping.
  • Top has a folded newspaper piece hanging over the edge.
  • Left column features a large headline: “Edna Hibel to Display Work at North Truro,” with dense text beneath.
  • Center has smaller clipped articles, including a piece headed in another language fragment and a short notice about a speaker (Der Harootian to Speak for Boston NAARS Oct. 7).
  • Right side includes a prominent clipping titled “David Smith sculpture at Fogg,” describing a posthumous exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard, with a black-and-white photo of a geometric sculpture (crossed, abstract beams).
  • There are other small clippings: a brief Armenian Mirror-Spectator item, and additional notes about exhibitions or lectures.
  • The overall look is aged, with yellowed paper edges and a collage-like arrangement typical of a 1960s scrapbook.

In short, it’s a page documenting art news and exhibitions (Edna Hibel, David Smith, and related events) from mid-1960s New England.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and cultural events, dated mostly from 1966 and 1968. There are five main clippings arranged on the page, with a few small date stamps and handwritten numbers.

  1. The largest clipping on the left is titled "Edna Hibel to Display Work at North Truro" from the Cape Cod Standard Times dated July 22, 1968. It details artist Edna Hibel's upcoming exhibition at the North Truro Art Gallery and her accomplishments and background.

  2. To the right, there is a clipping titled "David Smith sculpture at Fogg" dated September 27, 1966. It announces a retrospective exhibit of sculptor David Smith's works at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard, running from September 28 through November 7. It includes a photograph of one of Smith’s abstract outdoor sculptures and mentions his biography and career.

  3. Above the David Smith article, a small folded newspaper clipping with Spanish text is partially visible but difficult to fully read.

  4. Below the Edna Hibel article, a clipping from the Armenian Mirror-Spectator, Watertown, Mass., dated September 24, 1966, announces "Der Harootian to Speak for Boston NAASR Oct. 7," detailing a lecture by sculptor and painter Koren Der Harootian at Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum.

  5. There is a small, mostly unreadable clipping in Spanish or another language tucked above the Der Harootian announcement.

The pages are aged with a slightly yellowed tone, and the edges of the newspaper clippings show wear consistent with their age. The overall theme of the page centers around art exhibitions, artists, and cultural lectures in the Boston and Massachusetts area in the mid-1960s.